Spain for schools · A term in Madrid
For individual studentsSix weeks as one of the class
Six weeks to three months in a Spanish private school, in class with Spanish pupils of the same age, living with a carefully matched host family. For longer stays, ask us.
Free, no obligation · We reply the same dayReal Spanish, every day
For individual students who want real Spanish: full school days in their year group with Spanish pupils, a host family with full board, and after-school clubs where friendships really happen. Very popular with Irish Transition Year students.
Updated: November 2026 · Planned and supervised in Madrid by Sonia Rodríguez, Director for Spain, and Irene Mata, teacher.
Before they arrive
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1 | Interview with Sonia and with Susana, our child psychologist |
| 2 | Review of school reports and Spanish level |
| 3 | Placement in the right year group, confirmed by the school |
| 4 | Video call with the host family |
| 5 | Airport welcome and orientation |
A typical week
- Full school days in their year group, with Spanish pupils
- Daily Spanish support at school
- After-school clubs: sport, music, drama, art, chess, robotics
- Weekends with the host family
- A cultural outing in Madrid with BSA
- Weekly check-in with BSA; Susana available throughout
Life in Madrid
Weekends in Madrid
What will they study?
A familiar foundation, a fresh perspective: the usual subjects of each stage of Spanish secondary school, in class with Spanish pupils.
Typical subject outline. School options and the individual timetable are confirmed at placement. Six-week students receive one hour of Spanish support per school day, and a Chromebook on loan. In Germany, year names can vary by state and type of school.
Where does your year fit?
| Usual age | Spain | England and Wales | USA | Germany | France |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13–14 | 2.º ESO | Year 9 | Grade 8 | 8. Klasse | 4e |
| 14–15 | 3.º ESO | Year 10 | Grade 9 | 9. Klasse | 3e |
| 15–16 | 4.º ESO | Year 11 | Grade 10 | 10. Klasse | Seconde |
| 16–17 | 1.º Bachillerato | Year 12 | Grade 11 | 11. Klasse | Première |
| 17–18 | 2.º Bachillerato | Year 13 | Grade 12 | 12. Klasse | Terminale |
After school: clubs and activities
Six weeks is long enough to join a team, a choir or a club, and that is where friendships with Spanish pupils really happen.
- SportVolleyball, football and basketball with the school club, which plays in the municipal leagues; judo, multisport, skateboarding and rhythmic gymnastics.
- Performing artsModern dance, a different style each term, and drama by age groups.
- MusicChoir, and individual piano and drums lessons.
- Chess, art and technologyChess, drawing and art workshops, and coding and robotics with LEGO Education–certified teachers.
- Outside schoolPadel, swimming or climbing in a local club, arranged by BSA, and weekends with the host family.
Activities and timetables depend on the term and the student’s age. After-school activities are paid separately; we tell you the cost before you choose.
Included
- Private-school tuition and enrolment
- Learning materials and school lunch
- Daily Spanish support
- Host family with full board
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Student insurance and orientation
- BSA coordination and 24-hour emergency line
- Academic and wellbeing follow-up, and a certificate for university applications and CVs
Not included
- Flights
- Personal spending
- Sports clubs and optional activities
- Local transport
Questions about this programme
Can my child stay longer than three months?
Yes, ask us about longer stays.
Will the stay count back home?
Recognition depends on your home school and country; we provide the reports and documents they ask for.
How are clubs paid?
After-school activities are paid separately; we tell you the cost before you choose.
Other programmes in Madrid
Shall we start with a conversation?
Tell us your dates, your group and what you have in mind. Sonia replies personally and sends you one written proposal.
Free, no obligation · We reply the same day