ADMISSIONS
Your family's journey starts here
Open year-round for families worldwide.
Open year-round for families worldwide.
Our admissions process is personal, not exam-driven. For Early Childhood and Grade 1, we conduct a readiness evaluation. From Grade 2 onwards, an academic assessment is required - particularly for students who are not native English speakers or not coming from a CIS or IB school.
Fill in our short form or email us. We'll reply personally within 48 hours.
Submit an EnquiryWe plan your child's transition together, including buddy programs.
Or contact us directly: admissions@asob.es · +34 946 68 08 60
Moving to a new country is a big step. Many of our families arrived in exactly the same position you're in now - and they'll tell you it was worth it.
The Basque Country consistently ranks among Spain's safest, greenest, and most family-friendly regions. Mountains, beaches, and world-class gastronomy - all within 30 minutes.
Bilbao airport has direct flights to London, Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and other major European hubs. Well connected by road to the rest of Spain and France.
Our parent community is incredibly friendly. We connect new families with current ones who've been through the same transition - they'll be your first friends in Bilbao.
ASB is a non-profit school. Tuition covers your child's education including IB materials and standard activities. Transparent pricing - everything you need to know is listed here.
| Program / Grade | Annual Tuition | Registration Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years | ||
| Preschool (Age 2–3) | €7,160 | €3,518 |
| Nursery (Age 3–4) | €7,923 | €3,518 |
| Pre-Kinder (Age 4–5) | €7,923 | €3,518 |
| Kindergarten (Age 5–6) | €7,923 | €3,518 |
| Primary - IB PYP | ||
| Grade 1 | €8,770 | €3,518 |
| Grade 2 | €9,234 | €3,518 |
| Grades 3–5 | €9,985 | €3,518 |
| Middle School - IB MYP | ||
| Grades 6–7 | €9,985 | €4,725 |
| Grade 8 | €10,341 | €4,725 |
| Grades 9–10 | €10,922 | €4,725 |
| IB Diploma Program | ||
| Grades 11–12 (current ASB students) | €11,980 | €6,300 |
| Grades 11–12 (new students entering DP) | €15,246 | €6,300 |
There is a €300 pre-registration fee for all new admission applications. If admitted, it is deducted from the Registration Fee. If the student is not admitted, the fee is refunded.
One-time fee paid upon admission as a contribution to the school's Social Fund. It is non-refundable and only charged once. The Registration Fee is paid in two installments: €1,500 in April, with the remainder due in May.
For the third child enrolled simultaneously, there is a 15% discount on the Registration Fee. For the fourth child, 20%, and for the fifth and successive children, 25%. Tuition discounts: 20% off for the third child enrolled simultaneously, and 25% off for the fourth child and any additional children.
A €275 supplies fee for books and materials is charged in September. An additional €33 (Preschool) or €11 (rest of Kinder) is applied for water clothing and sleeping bag replacement.
| Service | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Bus - Getxo route | €1,466 |
| Bus - Bilbao route | €1,622 |
| Bus - Laukiz route | €1,642 |
| Bus - Castro route | €1,642 |
| Lunch Service | €1,252 |
Bus and lunch services are optional and charged in 10 monthly installments (September–June). Lunch is prepared fresh on campus daily by our catering partner, with balanced Mediterranean-inspired menus, allergy-friendly options, and international dishes.
Additional language support or learning support is available when needed. Fees range from €82 to €246 per month depending on the level of support. Contact Admissions for details.
Tuition is charged in 10 monthly installments (September–June). Alternatively, families may pay the full annual tuition in a single payment and receive a 1.25% discount. Single-payment requests must be submitted before July 15.
Enrollment Reservation: A €500 enrollment reservation fee is charged in February/March for the upcoming school year. This is a prepayment and is deducted from the September bill.
Our admissions process is personal, not exam-driven. For Early Childhood and Grade 1, we conduct a holistic readiness evaluation. From Grade 2 onwards, we use standard, adaptive academic assessments (such as NWEA MAP) to understand a student's current learning profile and English language proficiency, unless they are coming directly from another IB World School. We use these tools to ensure we can fully support your child's academic journey, because we're interested in them as a person, not a test score.
Yes. We have rolling admissions and welcome families throughout the year. We understand relocations don't follow the school calendar.
To get started, we require school reports from the last two years, a student passport copy, immunization records, and basic school consents. We'll walk you through everything after your initial inquiry.
Yes. For the third child enrolled simultaneously, there is a 15% discount on the Registration Fee (20% for the fourth, 25% for the fifth and beyond). Tuition discounts also apply: 20% off for the third child and 25% off for the fourth and any additional children. Contact Admissions for full details.