Looking for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Málaga? Discover Another Globally Recognised Option

There are other qualifications that are equally recognised by universities around the world, such as the British Sixth Form and A Levels.

International schools in Málaga

Within Málaga's educational landscape, belonging to an international group such as ISP Schools makes a real difference in how this pre-university stage is experienced. Each school adapts this excellence to its own environment.

The British School of Málaga

Located in the capital, The British School of Málaga offers an international educational model based on the British curriculum from the earliest years, culminating in Sixth Form. Students receive full immersion in English from the earliest stages, accompanied by personalised academic monitoring. During Sixth Form, the teaching and guidance team supports each student in choosing their A Levels and throughout the entire university application process, both in Spain and in other countries.

Students at The British School of Málaga achieve excellent academic results in their A Level exams and in the Spanish university entrance exams: over 90% pass rate in A Levels, more than 60% of students achieving grades between A* and C in A Levels, and students achieving scores between 9 and 10 in the Spanish university entrance exams.

It is an ideal option for students seeking an open mindset, impeccable native-level language preparation, and personalised support to guide their global university applications, both in Europe and America.

Laude San Pedro International School

Located in San Pedro de Alcántara (Marbella), Laude San Pedro International School stands out for its deeply multicultural environment, with students from more than 50 nationalities.

Laude San Pedro's great differentiating advantage is its versatility. This international school in Marbella allows two distinct educational pathways to coexist under the same roof: the international Sixth Form route with British A Levels, and its own fully accredited Spanish Bachillerato track geared towards the Spanish university entrance exams, allowing each family to choose the pathway that best suits their needs.

Students at Laude San Pedro achieve excellent academic results, enabling them to access leading universities around the world: 96% pass rate in A Levels, 67% of grades between A* and C in A Levels, and over 30% of students achieving scores between 7 and 9 in their (I)GCSE results.

Why do so many families choose the British Sixth Form model?

The British Sixth Form system is based on absolute academic specialisation and student independence. During these two years prior to university, students generally choose between three and four subjects, known as A Levels, in which they fully immerse themselves.

This practical approach suits a young person with a clear academic vocation. In this way, compulsory subjects from other branches unrelated to their future career are eliminated, optimising study time, fostering critical thinking, and enabling a much more competitive academic average. Classes are conducted in English, in an environment of constant debate and research, closely mirroring the dynamic that students will later encounter in universities anywhere in the world.

This approach encourages deeper learning, develops students' analytical skills, fosters research, and prepares students to succeed in their university studies.

Preparation for international universities

One of the main reasons for choosing an international educational model is its recognition by universities in numerous countries.

Just like the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, the British Sixth Form is also a widely recognised educational pathway among universities around the world.

Students who obtain A Levels can access universities in the United Kingdom, Spain, and numerous countries around the world, always subject to the specific admission requirements set by each institution.

In addition to academic preparation, both educational models support students throughout the entire university guidance process, helping them choose subjects, define their goals, and prepare their university applications.

The Future Pathways programme is designed to guide ISP students and their families in making well-informed decisions about their academic and professional future.

The advantages of studying at an ISP Schools network school

Being part of International Schools Partnership - ISP means that the schools in Málaga do not work in isolation, but are connected to a global educational community made up of 120 schools in more than 26 countries. This means that students actively take part in international educational experiences that broaden their learning far beyond the classroom.

Unlike other education groups, ISP integrates real programmes in which students collaborate with peers from other countries, develop joint projects, and take part in global initiatives designed to boost both academic performance and personal skills.

This global network allows students to take part in international educational experiences that enrich their learning far beyond the curriculum. In fact, 93% of ISP students achieve the destination of their choice.

Real international experiences for ISP students

Students at both Laude San Pedro and The British School of Málaga enjoy global learning experiences through International School Partnership programmes.

These programmes connect students from these schools with peers from around the world, allow them to take part in international exchanges, and involve them in initiatives such as:

• ISP Model United Nations, where students take on the role of diplomats in realistic UN simulations, developing research techniques, eloquence, public speaking, and negotiation skills, and sharpening their critical thinking as they address global geopolitical issues and defend positions that do not always align with their own.
• ISP Filmmakers, through festivals and sessions with professionals, young people learn about screenwriting, cinematography, and editing, exploring possible career paths in the industry.
• TEDx events, where students take on the role of speakers.
• ISP Chess Masters, an international programme and chess tournament organised by ISP for its students, connecting thousands of students from dozens of countries, allowing them to interact and forge global friendships through their shared passion for chess.

ISP learning pillars

The Learning.First™ methodology is built on five pillars that ensure students not only achieve excellent academic results, but also develop the skills needed to thrive in a globalised world:

• Academic achievement: personalised learning to maximise each student's potential.
• Life skills: development of critical thinking, resilience, leadership, and social-emotional skills.
• Multilingualism: mastery of English and other languages within an international environment.
• International experiences (ILOS): global experiences with students from all 118 ISP schools, such as TEDx, Chess Masters, Filmmakers, or Model United Nations.
• Future Pathways: personalised university and career guidance to help each student achieve their vision for the future.

These learning pillars are also put into practice by Laude San Pedro and The British School of Málaga. While Laude San Pedro stands out for its methodological flexibility in successfully blending the British and Spanish systems, The British School of Málaga excels through its rigorous immersion in the British curriculum and its strong focus on students' self-leadership.

Both schools successfully bring the ISP group's Learning.First philosophy to life: they transform classrooms into laboratories of real-world skills, connect students with a global community of more than 118 schools, and personalise academic success.

Studying at either of these two leading international schools on the Costa del Sol not only prepares students to access prestigious universities around the world, but also shapes resilient, multilingual citizens ready to lead the future. Because being part of ISP means much more than studying an international curriculum. It means learning within a global educational community that prepares students to thrive in an increasingly connected world.

Discover the best pathway for your child

The best way to find out whether the British Sixth Form is the most suitable pathway for your child is to visit our schools, get to know the school and the teachers, and speak with the admissions team.

During a personalised visit, you will be able to learn about each school's educational project in Málaga, discover how we work, and get answers to all your questions about the British curriculum, Sixth Form, A Levels, as well as the different options for accessing international universities.

The admissions process remains open throughout the year, so you can request information and arrange a visit whenever best suits your family's schedule.