
Imagine Montessori School
Secular, Founded 2016
Updated July 2026
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Imagine Montessori School is a private, secular British Montessori school in Valencia educating children from 20 months to 18 years of age. It combines the British curriculum with Montessori pedagogy in a sustainable, nature-integrated environment.
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school integrates the Montessori methodology with the British curriculum, underpinned by principles of neuroscience to support the cognitive, emotional, and social development of each child. It emphasizes personalized learning, intrinsic motivation, and self-discipline, fostering values such as integrity, responsibility, compassion, and environmental sustainability. The educational model seeks to spark natural curiosity and respect individual learning paces, encouraging students to become independent thinkers capable of contributing to a fair and tolerant society.
Programmes
The school provides a continuous educational pathway from the Infant Community (20 months to 3 years) and Children’s House (3 to 6 years) through Primary (6 to 12 years) and Secondary/Pre-University (12 to 18 years). The curriculum is delivered through personalized lesson plans and Montessori-prepared environments, with Secondary students working toward iGCSE and A-Level qualifications. The academic programme is complemented by an Enrichment Programme and specialized sessions for families.
Outcomes
As a Cambridge International School, the institution prepares students for internationally recognized qualifications, including iGCSEs and A-Levels. These academic pathways are designed to facilitate entry into universities in the United Kingdom, Spain, and globally. The school focuses on developing intellectual, social, and emotional abilities, aiming to produce resilient, compassionate, and responsible global citizens.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and an educational psychologist to support student development. The team includes specialized support assistants who work alongside guides to provide individualized attention and address specific learning needs within the classroom environment.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Imagine Montessori School offer?
- Imagine Montessori School offers National Curriculum (England), Montessori, IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- How much is tuition at Imagine Montessori School?
- Annual tuition at Imagine Montessori School is €5.9K–€9.6K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Imagine Montessori School teach?
- Imagine Montessori School enrolls students aged 1 to 18.
- What accreditations does Imagine Montessori School hold?
- Imagine Montessori School holds accreditations including Cambridge International.
- Is Imagine Montessori School co-educational?
- Imagine Montessori School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Imagine Montessori School located?
- Imagine Montessori School is an international school in Valencia, Spain.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Community - Full or Reduced day (9:00h to 16:40h / 15:00h) | 1–3 | €8.3K |
| Infant Community - Morning sessions (9:00h to 12:00h) | 2–2 | €5.9K |
| Children's House - Full or Reduced day (9:00h to 16:40h / 15:00h) | 3–6 | €8.3K |
| Primary - Full day (9:00h to 16:40h) | 6–12 | €8.9K |
| Secondary - Year 7 to 9 (9:00h to 16:40h) | 11–14 | €9.5K |
| Secondary - Year 10 to 11 (9:00h to 16:40h) | 14–16 | €9.5K |
| Secondary - Year 12 to 13 (9:00h to 16:40h) | 16–18 | €9.6K |
Other fees(9)
| Registration fee· Admission fee 26-27 (first year) | €2.1K |
|---|---|
| Enrolment fee· Enrolment fee - First child | €630 |
| Enrolment fee· Enrolment fee - Second child | €420 |
| Enrolment fee· Re-enrolment fee - First child | €395 |
| Enrolment fee· Re-enrolment fee - Second child | €361 |
| Enrolment fee· Re-enrolment fee - Third child | €316 |
| Bus / transportmonthly· School transport services - Return trip | €175 |
| Bus / transportmonthly· School transport services - One Way trip | €110 |
| Materialsyearly· Nap materials (includes individual cot with fitted bed sheet and cleaning) | €95 |
Discounts
- Full-payment discount: 2%
- Sibling discount: 8.5%
- Sibling discount: 20%
Admissions
The school follows a four-step admission process: an initial inquiry regarding place availability, a scheduled online or in-person visit, a classroom observation for students entering Year 1 (age 5) and above, and a final assessment by the pedagogical team based on academic level, English proficiency, and potential for group adaptation. Families may register their interest through the school's online portal. Admission is subject to availability and the school's pedagogical recommendation.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is designed with sustainable architecture and human-centred environments that integrate with the surrounding pine forest. Facilities include light-filled classrooms (each over 100 m²) organized into five learning areas, private outdoor terraces, sensory-focused playgrounds, and a dedicated forest area for nature-based learning. Specialized spaces include an art studio, performing arts rooms for music and dance, a science laboratory, a library (Learning Resource Centre), a Makers Lab, and a multimedia room. Sports facilities feature a heated swimming pool, a certified athletics field, two full-size football pitches, an indoor sports hall, and an outdoor basketball court.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an extensive Enrichment Programme featuring activities such as music (Senior and Junior bands, individual instrument lessons), sports (football, padel, judo, kenpo karate, mixed gymnastics, freestyle skating), and creative arts (ballet, theatre, art). Additional offerings include STEAM and robotics, chess, and language academy lessons. Seasonal camps, including Summer, Winter, and Spring sessions, are also available to students.






- Mariano PontónDirector Ejecutivo y Co-fundador
Co-founder of the school who serves as the Executive Director. He is a parent and entrepreneur with experience in education who helped establish the school in 2016.
- Iker MarcaideCo-Fundador
Co-founder of the school. He is one of the three parents who established the school in 2016 with the goal of providing an education that maximizes children's potential.
- Sheila OrtizDirección Pedagógica de Infantil y Primaria
Responsible for the pedagogical direction of the Infant and Primary levels.
- Daniel AlexanderDirección Pedagógica de Secundaria
Responsible for the pedagogical direction of the Secondary level.
- Sandra P.Responsable de Operaciones y Programa de Enriquecimiento
Responsible for school operations and the enrichment program.
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