
Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus
Part of Orbital Education
Updated July 2026
Baleares International College, Sa Porrassa, is an all-through British international school for students aged 5 to 18, part of the Orbital Education group. It is the only British-owned school on the island, delivering education based on the English National Curriculum.
Teaching approach
The school is committed to values of respect, compassion, independence, integrity, and resilience. It aims to provide a challenging environment where students are stretched, engaged, and encouraged to fulfil their potential. The school prides itself on being a truly international community, welcoming over 40 nationalities to prepare students for global challenges.
Programmes
The school follows the English National Curriculum from primary through to Sixth Form. Students sit for externally assessed IGCSE examinations in Key Stage 4 and A-Level examinations in the Sixth Form. The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring sequential learning that builds on prior knowledge across all subjects.
Outcomes
The school reports strong academic results, with over a third of GCSE and IGCSE results and over half of A Level results achieving top A and A* grades. Students consistently make better progress in core subjects than the global average. Upon graduation, many students continue their studies at prestigious universities around the world.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a dedicated learning support team as part of its staff structure to assist students. The pastoral approach focuses on ensuring students feel safe, secure, and confident, with a dedicated Leader of Wellbeing overseeing these efforts.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus offer?
- Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus offers National Curriculum (England), IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- What ages does Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus teach?
- Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus enrolls students aged 5 to 18.
- Where is Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus located?
- Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus is an international school in Palma, Spain.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through an enquiry process, which can be initiated via an online form on the school's website. Prospective families are encouraged to book a school visit to experience the campus environment firsthand. Admissions offices are open Monday to Friday, 8:30–16:30.
Calendar
The school operates Monday to Friday. Primary school hours are 08.45 to 15.50, and secondary school hours are 08.45 to 16.00. Parent consultations are held twice a year and can be booked through the SchoolCloud app.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features an indoor sports centre, a swimming pool, and all-weather courts for basketball, football, and volleyball. It includes a brand-new Astro-Turf pitch and running track, specialist science laboratories, an ICT suite, a library, and a spacious dining room. The learning environment is supported by specialist facilities for art, drama, and music, with classrooms that are air-conditioned and heated.
Co-curriculars
Students have access to a range of opportunities in music, sport, drama, and art. The school participates in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. Facilities such as the sports pitches and track are available for student use during breaks, lunchtimes, and for after-school clubs and sports teams.




Alison ColwellPrincipal – BIC Sa Porrassa SchoolAlison Colwell serves as the Principal of BIC Sa Porrassa School, where she aims to build on the school's foundations to make it the number one school of choice on the island. She emphasizes the importance of inspiring teachers, student wellbeing, and fostering values of independence, integrity, and resilience.
Stuart CadmanDeputy Head of Secondary Teacher of ScienceStuart Cadman serves as the Deputy Head of Secondary and is also a Teacher of Science.
Laura HodgsonDeputy Head of Primary Primary Teacher - Year 4Laura Hodgson serves as the Deputy Head of Primary and is also a Primary Teacher for Year 4.
Claire TurleyDeputy Head of Sixth Form Teacher of ScienceClaire Turley serves as the Deputy Head of Sixth Form and is also a Teacher of Science.
- Adam FairlessHead of Primary
Adam Fairless serves as the Head of Primary.
Philip BrownHead of SecondaryPhilip Brown serves as the Head of Secondary.
- Gordon BrownHead of Sixth Form Teacher of Business and Economics
Gordon Brown serves as the Head of Sixth Form and is also a Teacher of Business and Economics.
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National Curriculum (England)
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