Highlands School Los Fresnos

Catholic

Updated July 2026

Non-profitOwnership

Languages

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Highlands School Los Fresnos is a private, Catholic, and bilingual international school in Boadilla del Monte, Madrid, serving students from age 4 months through to university. It is an accredited Cambridge International School known for its innovative educational model and focus on academic excellence.

Teaching approach

As a Catholic institution belonging to the Regnum Christi network, the school focuses on the integral formation of students, promoting personal encounters with the love of God and the practice of virtues. The educational model emphasizes active methodologies, experiential learning, and the development of global citizens. It prioritizes a welcoming environment where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of social responsibility.

Programmes

The school offers a comprehensive academic path spanning Early Years (Infantil), Primary, Secondary, and Baccalaureate. The curriculum is bilingual, featuring authentic language immersion from the first year and an international curriculum endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education starting at age 5. The academic program integrates digital competence, computational thinking—using tools like BeeBots and LEGO Education—and specialized development programs such as 'Brain in action' and neuromotor training.

Outcomes

Highlands School Los Fresnos is recognized as a Microsoft Showcase School and is ranked among the top 100 schools in Spain by Forbes. The school reports a 100% pass rate in the PAU university entrance exams for six consecutive years, with an average access grade of 8.2 in 2026. Students frequently participate in prestigious programs, such as the 'Jóvenes por la Medicina' initiative and the 'Becas Europa' scholarship program.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support
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Learning support

The school maintains a dedicated guidance department led by a psychopedagogical coordinator to support student development. It implements the Botín Foundation’s 'Responsible Education' program to foster emotional intelligence, self-control, and social skills. Furthermore, the teaching staff participates in continuous professional development focused on neuroeducation and emotional support to meet individual student needs.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does Highlands School Los Fresnos offer?
Highlands School Los Fresnos offers Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
How much is tuition at Highlands School Los Fresnos?
Annual tuition at Highlands School Los Fresnos is €4.1K–€7.2K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What accreditations does Highlands School Los Fresnos hold?
Highlands School Los Fresnos holds accreditations including Cambridge International.
Where is Highlands School Los Fresnos located?
Highlands School Los Fresnos is an international school in Madrid, Spain.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2025-2026
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Ed. Infantil 0 a 2 años0–2€5.2K
Ed. Infantil 0 a 2 años (Media jornada)0–2€4.1K
Ed. Infantil 3 a 5 años3–5€5.5K
Ed. Primaria 1º a 6º6–11€5.8K
Ed. Secundaria 1º a 4º12–15€6K
Bachillerato 1º16–16€7.2K
Bachillerato 2º17–17€6.4K

Source:PDF04032026_Politica-S.l.I.-1.pdf

Other fees(7)
Other fees
Registration fee· Matrícula obligatoria para reserva de plaza. No reembolsable.€425
Mealsmonthly· Comedor Normal (10 mensualidades). Ticket diario: 11€.€152
Mealsmonthly· Comedor Bachillerato (3 días/semana, 10 mensualidades).€96
Bus / transportmonthly· Transporte Normal (10 mensualidades). Ticket por trayecto: 11€.€155.5
Bus / transportmonthly· Transporte Media Ruta (10 mensualidades).€110
Materialsmonthly· Cuota Anual Servicios para Ed. Infantil 3 a 5 años (10 mensualidades). Incluye material escolar, seguro escolar, gabinete psicopedagógico.€47
Materialsmonthly· Cuota Anual Servicios para Primaria, Secundaria y Bachillerato 1º (10 mensualidades). Incluye material escolar, seguro escolar, salidas culturales, gabinete psicopedagógico.€72

Discounts

  • Full-payment discount: 5%
  • Sibling discount: 50%
  • Sibling discount: 100%

Admissions

The admissions process begins with a parent interview to discuss the educational project, followed by a student interview involving psychopedagogical tests to evaluate learning abilities. Once these stages are complete, families finalize the process through a digital portal to submit documentation and sign the enrolment form. Prospective families may contact the admissions team directly via phone, WhatsApp, or email for further information.

Facilities

Swimming poolSports fieldTennis courtsGymnasium

About the campus

Located on a 16,500m2 campus in Boadilla del Monte, the school features modern classrooms equipped with advanced technology to support interactive learning. Sports facilities include a soccer field, padel courts, multi-sport tracks, and an on-site swimming pool used for aquatic psychomotor development. The campus also includes specialized creative spaces such as 'L’Atelier' for artistic expression.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports such as padel, soccer, and multi-sport sessions. Students also participate in specialized programs like the 'Speaking Corner' for oral English development, and various social action projects. Additionally, the school organizes events such as family ski trips and international volunteer-led English immersion programs.

  • Francisco LoroDirector / Headmaster
  • Mercedes SolísGerente / Deputy Headmistress
  • Irene LópezCoordinadora infantil / Infant Coordination
  • Vanessa VicenteCoordinadora primaria / Primary Coordination
  • Marta García-MargalloCoordinadora secundaria / Secondary Coordination
  • Marta LluchCoordinadora de Bachillerato / Baccalaureate Coordination
  • Manuel LuqueResponsable de Formación Humada de Ed. Primaria / Head of Human Formation for Primary Education