Canterbury School
Secular, Founded 1972
Updated July 2026
Accreditations
Languages
Canterbury School is a British international school in the Canary Islands that has provided education since 1972 for students aged 18 months to 18 years. It aims to foster a bilingual environment that develops the whole child, encouraging academic excellence, social responsibility, and global citizenship.
Programmes
The school provides a 21st-century curriculum with an emphasis on English language immersion, alongside the study of Spanish language, literature, and Canarian culture. Students begin studying a third language at age 11. The school is an authorized IB World School, offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and prepares students for external IGCSE examinations in the secondary years.
Student support
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Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Canterbury School offer?
- Canterbury School offers National Curriculum (England), IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Canterbury School?
- Annual tuition at Canterbury School is €5.6K–€6.6K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does Canterbury School hold?
- Canterbury School holds accreditations including IB and Cambridge International.
- Where is Canterbury School located?
- Canterbury School is an international school in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025/2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery – Year 6 | 1–11 | €5.6K |
| Year 7 – Year 9 | 11–14 | €6K |
| Year 10 – Year 11 | 14–16 | €6.2K |
| Year 12 – Year 13 | 16–18 | €6.6K |
Source:PDFCALENDARIO-2025-2026_confirmado.pdfPDFCALENDARIO-2025-2026-MASPALOMAS_confirmado.pdfPDFSchool-Fees-2025-2026.pdfPDF3.-Documents-New-Students-2025-2026.pdf
Other fees(7)
| Enrolment fee· For Pre-Nursery to Year 6 (paid in June or at enrolment) | €561 |
|---|---|
| Enrolment fee· For Year 7 to Year 9 (paid in June or at enrolment) | €595 |
| Enrolment fee· For Year 10 to Year 11 (paid in June or at enrolment) | €615 |
| Enrolment fee· For Year 12 to Year 13 (paid in June or at enrolment) | €655 |
| Deposit· Per family, refundable when the last enrolled child leaves the school | €2.5K |
| Mealsyear· Pre-Nursery to Year 6 (1 or 2 siblings). Monthly is 157.00 EUR except Dec and Apr which are 125.00 EUR | €1.5K |
| Mealsyear· Year 7 to Year 13 (1 or 2 siblings). Monthly is 164.00 EUR except Dec and Apr which are 132.00 EUR | €1.6K |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: Varies
Admissions
The school is non-selective and accepts students from any area of residence, provided places are available. The admissions process involves a guided tour of the school, followed by a meeting between the student and the relevant department head for applicants from Year 2 to Year 13. Once a place is confirmed, families must complete the required documentation and pay a family deposit to secure enrolment.
Calendar
The school operates with distinct calendars for its Las Palmas (Milton House and San Lorenzo) and Maspalomas locations. The academic year typically runs from September to June, with specific term dates and holidays outlined in the respective calendars for each campus.
Facilities
About the campus
The school operates across three locations: the Milton House building in Ciudad Jardín for infants, a campus in Maspalomas for infant and primary students, and a main campus in San Lorenzo. The San Lorenzo site spans over 60,000m² and houses primary, secondary, and sixth-form departments, alongside specialized facilities including a theatre and a sports hall.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of extracurricular activities organised on a termly basis. A notable feature is the school's renowned basketball programme, which allows students to balance high-level athletic training with their academic studies. Additionally, the school organises an Infant Summer Camp featuring classes in English.




Beryl PritchardFounder and Honorary PrincipalFounder and Honorary Principal of Canterbury School, she has seen the school grow from a small kindergarten in 1972 into a large organization with over a thousand students.
Pamela AinsworthHead of Infants (Milton House)
Lindsay GaleHead of Primary (San Lorenzo)- David O'KaneHead of Secondary and VI Form (San Lorenzo)
- Kirsty MallinsonHead of Maspalomas (Infants & Primary)
More international schools in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
- Canterbury School of Gran CanariaNational Curriculum (England), IGCSE, IB Diploma
- The British School of Gran CanariaNational Curriculum (England), IGCSE, Cambridge A-Level
- Oakley CollegeNational Curriculum (England), IGCSE, Cambridge A-Level
- Colegio ArenasIB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma
- Colegio Brains Maria LombilloIB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma
- Colegio Arenas AtlánticoIB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma
National Curriculum (England)
IGCSE
IB Diploma