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Brewster Madrid

Spain, Madrid

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €6,365 - 23,705
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 2023
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Brewster Madrid is an American international school in Madrid that offers an American High School Diploma with AP courses and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). Instruction is in English, with Spanish language classes required for K3–12 and immersion options. The school operates across two Madrid campuses: Chamberí Main Campus (K1–10) in central Madrid and La Moraleja Campus (K1–11) in Alcobendas, connected by a Pre-University Hub for grades 11–12. Brewster Madrid is authorized by the Spanish Ministry of Education and accredited as an American school by NEASC, with IB authorization granted in 2024; Chamberí is the IB DP site, while La Moraleja is a Candidate School for IB DP. With about 250 students across 34 nationalities and an average class size of 15, the program emphasizes student-centered, experiential learning. It includes over 130 Learning Expeditions, 20+ after-school activities, and a broad range of clubs, sports, and service opportunities globally.

C. de Eloy Gonzalo, 5, Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain

The Essentials

Brewster Madrid has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location

The school has two Madrid campuses: Chamberí (Main Campus) at Calle Eloy Gonzalo, 3-5, Madrid 28010, and La Moraleja Campus at P. Conde de los Gaitanes, 23, Alcobendas 28109. The Chamberí Main Campus serves Grades K1–10, and the Chamberí Pre-University Hub serves Grades 11–12. The La Moraleja Campus is in Alcobendas and offers a greener, more spacious setting for students who thrive in a quieter, nature-connected learning environment. Two campuses provide a shared American international program across a central and a suburban Madrid setting.

Stages

Kindergarten through 12 (K1–12). Chamberí Main Campus serves Grades K1-10; Chamberí Pre-University Hub serves Grades 11-12.

Type

American international school located in Madrid, authorized by the Spanish Ministry of Education and accredited as an American school by NEASC and the IBDP Programme.

Pupil Nationality Mix

45+ countries represented; a global community.

Additional learning support

Instructional support and resources are integrated into learning to support individual student needs.

Country affiliation

Spain; authorized by the Spanish Ministry of Education.

Fees

Annual tuition at Brewster Madrid ranges from EUR 6,365 to EUR 23,705 for 2026/27.

Application / One-time Enrollment Fees

- One-time enrollment fee (first year): EUR 4,500 per student.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term)

- The amounts below are the published annual tuition for the school year and the equivalent per term (school operates on an academic trimester / three-term calendar). Annual ÷ 3 is used to show the per-term figure.

- Kindergarten 1 (age 3): EUR 6,365 per year — EUR 2,122 per term.
- Kindergarten 2 (age 4): EUR 7,692 per year — EUR 2,564 per term.
- Kindergarten 3 (age 5): EUR 10,823 per year — EUR 3,608 per term.
- Grade 1 (age 6): EUR 14,611 per year — EUR 4,870 per term.
- Grade 2 (age 7): EUR 15,507 per year — EUR 5,169 per term.
- Grade 3 (age 8): EUR 16,403 per year — EUR 5,468 per term.
- Grade 4 (age 9): EUR 18,260 per year — EUR 6,087 per term.
- Grade 5 (age 10): EUR 20,118 per year — EUR 6,706 per term.
- Grade 6 (age 11): EUR 21,977 per year — EUR 7,326 per term.
- Grade 7 (age 12): EUR 22,264 per year — EUR 7,421 per term.
- Grade 8 (age 13): EUR 22,552 per year — EUR 7,517 per term.
- Grade 9 (age 14): EUR 22,839 per year — EUR 7,613 per term.
- Grade 10 (age 15): EUR 23,127 per year — EUR 7,709 per term.
- Grade 11 (age 16): EUR 23,414 per year — EUR 7,805 per term.
- Grade 12 (age 17): EUR 23,705 per year — EUR 7,902 per term.



Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing options include paying the full tuition in one annual payment (eligible for a published discount for one-time annual payment) or spreading payments over multiple instalments; monthly instalment plans are offered (examples in earlier schedules show tuition spread over a multi-month plan). Specific available payment plans, instalment counts and any administrative fees for payment plans are set at billing.

- The school applies an annual-payment discount for families who choose a one-time payment (a 4% reduction off base tuition is published in the tuition materials).



Boarding fees (where applicable)

- Boarding is offered for qualified Upper School students (grades 9–12) and for certain study-abroad / gap-year options. Boarding fees are charged separately from day-student tuition and are published as a separate boarding fee schedule. Parents should expect the boarding cost to be additional to the annual tuition.



Other compulsory and typical additional costs

- Technology fee (required): amounts vary by division (examples from recent fee schedules show separate technology fees for Lower, Middle and Upper School).
- Book / materials fee (required): amounts vary by division (recent schedules show lower/middle/upper book fees).
- Meals: compulsory for lower and middle school students in recent published schedules; an annual meals charge is shown in recent materials.
- Transportation (school bus): optional, charged separately; examples in published schedules show a range dependent on route and service level.
- Extended-day programs / before- and after-school care: optional charges apply (recent schedules show fixed fees for early arrival / late pick-up options).
- IB program fees (Upper School): additional grade‑specific IB or senior-program fees have been published for the IB years (example figures were listed in the school's fee brochure).
- Uniforms: Brewster Madrid requires school uniform items; uniform purchase is an additional family cost (prices vary by supplier and items selected).
- Sibling discounts and early-payment discounts: the published fee structure includes sibling discounts (for example: 2nd child 10%, 3rd child 20%, 4th child 40%) and an annual-payment discount as noted above.



Refunds and withdrawals

- Enrollment and billing terms, including refund or cancellation rules for deposits, enrollment fees and tuition, are governed by the school's enrolment / financial agreement. Families should note that one-time enrollment charges and deposits are treated separately from annual tuition and that withdrawal/refund terms are specified in the signed financial agreement and invoice terms.

Fee payment options

- Families use the school's Parent Portal (accounts.veracross.eu) for billing and payments. Accepted payment methods commonly available through Veracross parent portals include bank transfer (wire/SEPA), ACH/direct debit where available, and major credit/debit cards; convenience or card-processing fees may apply for card payments depending on the payment method selected.
Academics

Brewster Madrid teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

Brewster Madrid offers an American High School Diploma with AP course offerings. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is available, with Chamberí as the IB DP site and La Moraleja designated as a Candidate School for IB DP. All instruction is delivered in English. There are two Madrid campuses: Chamberí Main Campus (Grades K1-10) and La Moraleja Campus (Grades K1-11), with a Pre-University Hub for Grades 11-12. AP courses are taught across all subject areas, with 13 AP courses currently offered. The program aligns with the Brewster Model, emphasizing student-centered, experiential learning and global education.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size is 15 students across Brewster Madrid's two Madrid campuses.

Higher Education Progression

University Counseling provides individualized guidance, university fairs, and campus visits; the 2026 University Fair is scheduled for February 11, 2026. The School Profile lists universities where Brewster Madrid and Brewster Academy students have enrolled, including New York University, Princeton University, Stanford University, University of California, Berkeley, University of Chicago, IE University Madrid, and Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. The profile notes this represents a snapshot of recent matriculation across institutions.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Brewster Madrid provides a full-time School Counselor on campus to support students' mental and emotional health. Wellbeing counseling offers a safe, welcoming space to discuss stress, friendships, or personal issues, using a solution-focused approach. The program helps students develop resilience, emotional intelligence, and social skills to thrive in and out of the classroom. Each student is paired with an advisor who serves as mentor, coach, and parent liaison, meeting regularly with teachers to monitor progress and support goals. The advisor-student relationship is central to Brewster Madrid's learning experience, with regular advisory meetings built on trust and collaboration. The school also partners with families and, when needed, external professionals to tailor support while respecting student privacy.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Academic Support is part of the Brewster Madrid learning model. An Academic Support lead is identified among the school's In Focus team. The Brewster Model uses team-based, collaborative teaching and learning with instructional support designed to meet diverse needs. The framework emphasizes meeting each student where they are, through focused instructional support and an expanding range of course offerings. The approach aims to ensure every student is known, supported, and able to access learning opportunities that fit their strengths and goals.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the primary language of instruction. Students benefit from immersion in English while living in Spain, in a multilingual and culturally diverse city. The school offers the American High School Diploma with AP courses and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, providing pathways to universities worldwide. The two Madrid campuses host students from 45+ countries, reinforcing an international language and cultural environment. This English-language emphasis supports mobility and global opportunities for graduates.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is a core focus at Brewster Madrid, with a full-time School Counselor on campus to support mental and emotional health. Wellbeing counseling provides a safe, welcoming space for discussing challenges—from stress to friendships to personal issues—and uses a solution-focused approach. The program supports emotional intelligence and social skills while helping students build resilience for ongoing growth. Every student works with an advisor who is a mentor, coach, and family liaison, with advisors meeting regularly with teachers to monitor progress and goals. The advisory system fosters trust, belonging, and a personalized approach to wellbeing, with families and external professionals engaged when needed while respecting privacy.

Safeguarding

There is an Ethics Channel for reporting safeguarding concerns. The school is authorized by the Spanish Ministry of Education and accredited as an American school by NEASC and the IBDP Program. The safeguarding framework includes privacy protections and collaboration with families to ensure appropriate handling of concerns.

Admissions

Admissions

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The admissions process has three steps: Inquire, Connect, Apply. Inquire by submitting an inquiry to learn about Brewster Madrid; you will receive a welcome email and can meet online or in-person. After you apply, an application checklist is available to view the required items and deadlines by grade level. Submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment. Admissions decisions are provided within two weeks of submission. If you already created a Portal account, you can access your application through the Admissions Portal.

Scholarships

Discounts are available for families; a 30% enrollment fee discount is offered for the third child. There are tuition discounts for U.S. military families.

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