If you’re relocating to Mallorca, two decisions tend to shape the first year more than most: where you live, and where your children go to school.
Mallorca’s international community is well established, and the island offers a strong selection of private international schools across British, IB, and American pathways. Many teach primarily in English while integrating Spanish, which helps children settle in quickly both academically and socially.
Below, we highlight our top choices for international schools in Mallorca’s most recognised international schools, along with nearby areas that suit family life, daily logistics, and long-term value.
Key Takeaways: The Best Mallorcan International Schools
- Mallorca has a thriving international school network offering British, IB, and American curricula, making it easy for expat families to find the right fit.
- Baleares International College – Two campuses in Calvià and Palma, British curriculum, diverse community, no entrance exams.
- Agora Portals International School – Prestigious IB school in Portals Nous, with a holistic approach and strong arts, science, and music programmes.
- King Richard III College – British and Spanish curriculum in Portals Nous, small classes, and strong extracurricular focus (Duke of Edinburgh, Model UN).
- Queen’s College – Palma’s Bonanova district, British curriculum with Selectividad option, family-like atmosphere, excellent academic reputation.
- Bellver College, Palma, established 1950, one of Mallorca’s longest-standing British schools, known for small class sizes and a close community.
- Rafa Nadal Academy – Manacor, the only American school in Mallorca, combines world-class education with elite sports training.
- Where to Live: Palma and the southwest (Calvià / Portals) sit among the island’s priciest family bases, with 2024 average asking prices typically ranging from €500k–€1.1m+ for apartments and €1.5m–€4.5m+ for houses, depending on the micro-area and finish. The northeast around Manacor / Porto Cristo tends to price below the southwest at the top end, while still offering premium pockets and strong lifestyle pull.
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Top 6 Mallorca Private Schools
| School | Age Range | Location | Curriculum | Fees | Average Number of Students |
| Baleares International College | 3-18 Years Old | Sa Porrassa & Sant Agustí | British | €7,955 to €13,990 Annually | 550 |
| Agora Portals International School | 1-18 Years Old | Agora Portals | Middle Years Programme & International Baccalaureate | €7,750 to €13,400 Annually | 1100 |
| King Richard III College | 3-18 Years Old | Portals Nous | British & Spanish Curriculum | €7,000 to €14,880 | 350 |
| Queen’s College | 3-18 Years Old | Bonanova | British | €7,350 to €13,031 | 400 |
| Bellver College | 3–18 Years Old | Palma | British (Cambridge & Pearson Edexcel) | Upon Enquiry | Small cohorts |
| Rafa Nadal Academy | 12-18 Years Old | Manacor | American | Upon Enquiry | 400 |
1: Baleares International College
Baleares International College (BIC) is a popular choice for US expats in Mallorca. The College is made up of two campuses catering to different age ranges.
While the Santa Porrassa campus is for children aged 3-18, the Sant Agustí campus provides dedicated learning experiences for children between 3 and 11.
While the school follows the British curriculum, it has a diverse student body, with learners from over 40 countries.
Why Choose Baleares International College?
BIC is a long-standing member of the Orbital Education Group, renowned for its pioneering approach to international education. Every teacher in the school was trained in the UK, and must prove that they have extensive experience.
Plus, students can benefit from small classrooms and a supportive team of 6th form teachers who will help learners prepare for higher education or studying abroad.
You can arrange a free tour if you want to register your children at one of the BIC campuses. Plus, there are no entrance exams.
Where to Live
Calvià and Palma are excellent options near BIC’s two campuses. In the southwest / Calvià corridor, asking prices commonly sit around €500k–€1.1m+ for apartments and €1.5m–€3.0m+ for houses, with prime pockets pushing higher. Palma offers a broader spread, from €450k–€900k+ apartments in strong neighbourhoods to €1.7m–€2.5m+ houses in established residential areas, with top-tier homes well above that.
2: Agora Portals International School
Agora Portals is well-regarded as one of the best private schools in Mallorca, and it appeared in FORBES magazine as one of Spain’s 50 best schools.
With around 1100 students, it’s one of the larger schools owned and regulated by the Globeducate Group.
Students can access a tailored education journey that encompasses an International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Why Choose Agora Portals International School?
While many schools focus on delivering an academic curriculum, Agora Portals provides holistic learning experiences, including character building and a dedicated Arts, Science & Music Programme.
As a certified academy for music, children can benefit from the opportunity to access professional-grade qualifications in a variety of instruments. Other extracurricular activities include business, language, and robotics clubs.
Where to Live
In Portals and the wider southwest, asking prices commonly range from €500k–€1.1m+ for apartments and €1.5m–€3.0m+ for houses, with the most prime properties and sea-view stock pushing into significantly higher brackets.
3: King Richard III College
King Richard III College provides children from nursery age to A Levels, following the British curriculum. With over 40 nationalities attending the school, there’s a strong focus on diversity while aligning the curriculum with strict Edexcel standards.
As one of the most popular education institutes in Southwest Mallorca, the school offers small classroom sizes and promotes a holistic learning experience.
Why Choose King Richard III College?
Students can benefit from activities designed to enhance the learning experience and prepare them for higher education.
Residential trip options include excursions to the Pyrenees and London, but the school also strongly focuses on sports and artistic activities. Additional learning experiences include participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards and Model UN events.
Where to Live
Portals and the southwest remain a premium family base. Asking prices typically sit around €500k–€1.1m+ for apartments and €1.5m–€3.0m+ for houses, with top-end homes in the most coveted pockets trading well above those ranges.
4: Queen’s College
Queen’s College is a small school that delivers the British Curriculum. It supports children aged 3-18 with all their educational needs, offering top-rated GCSE and A-Level programmes.
Students can also opt for a different learning route and take the Spanish Selectividad, a university admissions exam. With small classrooms and regular inspections from official British inspectors, the College has a stellar reputation throughout Mallorca.
Why Choose Queen’s College?
Some children get lost in larger schools – especially if they’re naturally quiet. However, Queen’s College creates a family-like atmosphere for students, supporting their academic and social skills.
Busy parents can also opt for nutritional and well-balanced lunches, ensuring their children remain healthy. There are many extracurricular activities, including art groups and homework clubs.
Where to Live
Queen’s College sits in Palma’s prestigious and peaceful Bonanova district. Palma offers a diverse selection of homes, including modern apartments and classic houses, within minutes of the school and the city’s cultural heart.
5: Bellver College
Bellver College is one of Mallorca’s longest-established British schools, founded in 1950. Based in Palma, it serves families looking for a British-style education in a smaller, community-led setting.
The school highlights personal attention as part of its model, with class sizes capped at fifteen students, which can suit children who do best with steady teacher support and a more individual pace.
Why choose Bellver College?
Bellver is an official Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel examination centre, which brings a clear academic framework and familiar exam routes for many international families. The school also places emphasis on personal development alongside results, with a focus on confidence, curiosity, and character.
Families who value continuity often appreciate the school’s long history on the island and the culture that tends to come with a smaller institution, where children are genuinely known day to day.
Where to live
Palma’s western neighbourhoods, including Cala Major, Cas Català, and Bendinat, work well for Bellver families who want city access without living in the centre. These areas offer international services, beach access, and a short commute into Palma’s cultural and commercial core.
Neighbourhood fit matters here. Some families prioritise walkability and a compact daily routine, while others prefer more privacy with a short drive or bus ride to school.
Cala Major suits families who value walkable living and proximity to Palma, with apartments typically ranging from €450,000 to €900,000+, and limited house stock pushing above €1.5m.
Cas Català and Bendinat appeal to those seeking quieter, more residential settings. Apartments generally sit between €600,000 and €1.1m+, while houses and villas commonly range from €1.8m to €4m+, reflecting larger plots, privacy, and long-term demand close to Palma and the southwest coast.
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6: Rafa Nadal School
The Rafa Nadal School is a unique institute that aims to provide a world-class education while coaching young athletes and preparing them to become future tennis professionals.
While many private schools in Mallorca follow a British, Spanish, or Baccalaureate curriculum, the Rafa Nadal Academy teaches the American curriculum.
With world-class teachers and an expert team of tennis coaches led by Toni Nadal, students attending the school can focus on academics or apply to join the Rafa Nadal Academy.
Why Choose the Rafa Nadal School?
US expats can ensure that their children continue with the American curriculum and prepare for the future, while the Rafa Nadal Academy provides expert coaching for young players with an aptitude for tennis.
By following the American curriculum, students also have a strong chance of securing future sports scholarships to US colleges.
Where to Live
Manacor and the northeast generally price below the southwest’s prime stretch, while still offering a quality coastal lifestyle nearby. In 2024, asking prices in the northeast commonly sit around <€320k–€460k+ for apartments (top locations higher) and <€1.6m up to €2.3m+ for houses, with Porto Cristo among the more desirable coastal bases in the area.
Choosing the Right School, and the Right Home Base
Each of Mallorca’s international schools has a different rhythm, academics, languages, class sizes, and daily logistics. The “best” choice is the one that suits your child and the life you want to build on the island.
The same applies to property. Palma offers city energy and convenience. Calvià and the southwest are more residential, with easy access to international communities. Portals Nous is coastal and well-connected, while Manacor and the east can suit families who prefer more space and a quieter pace.
At Reiderstad Invest, we help families connect the dots between schooling and lifestyle. That means identifying neighbourhoods that work for the school run, screening properties with build quality in mind, and guiding the process with clarity from first viewing to completion.
If you’d like a short, practical shortlist based on your children’s ages, preferred curriculum, and day-to-day priorities, reach out and we’ll structure the next steps.
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FAQs
Is there an American school in Mallorca?
While most Mallorca international schools offer the IB or British curricula, the Rafa Nadal School follows the American curriculum.
Many US expats find it easier to transition their children to an American school in Mallorca, as the children already understand the curriculum.
How many hours do kids go to school in Spain?
An average school day in Spain starts at 8:55 AM and finishes at around 4 PM. However, some private schools in Mallorca have a split schedule, where students will begin at 9-12, then have a two-hour break and attend afternoon lessons between 3-5 PM.
When does the Spanish school year start and end?
The Spanish school year usually starts in the first two weeks of September and finishes in late June. However, some Mallorca international schools might have different term dates, so checking before registering your child is essential.
