Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
230 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
More than 20 |
| Most common nationality |
20% British, 20% German, 30% Spanish, 30% from all around the world. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1 to 3 |
| Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
German for native speakers
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| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, for EYFS |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Via ICT classes with robotics and coding lessons as well as computing |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No, but we welcome and respect all religions and ethnic backgrounds. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, and from September 2025 we are offering International Cambridge A-LEVELS and Spanish Bachillerato convalidation |
| Results in these examinations |
Under the guidance of our specialist teaching team, Escola Global International School students have achieved a 100% pass rate at IGCSE, with their 81% A*-C (or equivalent) average year-on-year performance significantly above both the UK national average of 71% and Cambridge International Examinations global average, which was under 80% in the same examination periods (Figures based on officially published statistics) |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It depends on the project and the lesson |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
All of them |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We support students with dyslexia by providing assistance during exams, access to specialised library resources, and the potential for dedicated support groups in the future. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We support gifted, able, and talented students on a case-by-case basis, ensuring they remain challenged, engaged, and motivated in their learning. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, we have our own in house SFL team, and have also a partnership with Miinta so that our students have access to certified therapists and coaches, that offer chat-based emotional support, mindfulness exercises, and tools for managing stress and anxiety. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, for students from Year 3 onwards |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
English and Maths level. |
| Waiting list |
Yes, for some years |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No, there is not |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, preferably after half term breaks or holidays |
| School start time |
08:50 |
| School finish time |
16:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, Escola Global International School offers morning school from 8am, as well as after school care, alongside extracurricular activities and sports clubs. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, they are included in the monthly fees as part of our healthy and balanced approach to nutrition |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we prepare regular, vegetarian, and vegan menus daily and accommodate allergies, intolerances, religious dietary requirements, and personal preferences. |
| Uniform required |
No, just a PE top |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Cooking, chess, football, capoeira, flamenco dance, music, crochet, craft, Spanish for parents and Spanish playgroup... |
| Sports activities included |
As well as a regular sports such as athletics, swimming and football, our students do indoor wall climbing, golf, sailing, gymnastics acrobatics, tennis, paddle and rugby to name a few |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we are part of the International Schools Football League in Palma |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science Lab, School Garden, Outdoor Learning spaces, Art Room, Music Room, ICT Room
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| Sports facilities at the school |
We make the most of our surrounding open countryside fostering a strong connection to nature, but also have access to state-of-the-art sporting facilities on the nearby UIB University Sports Campus |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are an international school in Mallorca with a holistic approach to education, offering education to students from 2 to 18 years old, culminating in advanced studies at the EG6 Sixth Form Centre. We follow the British curriculum, integrated with subjects from the Spanish educational system, allowing students to obtain qualifications in both systems. With just one class per year group, we provide a highly personalised learning experience, supporting each student’s development through Project-Based Learning (PBL) and a unique an innovative enrichment programme. Escola Global International School offers a culturally rich and dynamic environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and passions, with our dedicated teaching team guiding them through this journey, fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do: personal, social, and environmental. We prioritise creative and critical thinking alongside academic excellence, shaping responsible global citizens. This commitment influences our teaching, our environment, and our school community. Our privileged location in Palma’s Parc Bit, near the University of the Balearic Islands and surrounded by open countryside, provides outstanding outdoor learning opportunities, a strong connection to nature, and access to state-of-the-art sporting facilities on the nearby UIB University Sports Campus. As an Eco-School, a Blue School, and a Duke of Edinburgh International Award centre, we are committed to fostering leadership, sustainability, and global awareness in every student. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At Escola Global International School we pride ourselves on following the British curriculum, but what truly sets us apart is our unique approach to learning. Central to our educational philosophy are Holistic Teaching, Project-Based Learning (PBL), and our exclusive Enrichment Programme. We believe that learning should be engaging and relevant, so we introduce these methods right from Early Years through playful activities, gradually increasing their complexity as our students grow.
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