Opening its doors in 2024, Yago School Málaga offers an elite boarding education experience to students aged 13-18 with its campus blending technology and tradition. The institution, which is included in the Forbes 2025 "Best Schools" list, educates its students as global leaders of the future.

Prominent Features

• Academic Diversity (IB World School): Students; It achieves its goals with its completely English IB Diploma, Spanish Baccalaureate or Bilingual (Mixed) program options that combine both.
• Modern Boarding Life: The 100-capacity dormitory building offers comfortable double rooms and a homely community atmosphere. Annual fees include full board accommodation and airport transfers.
• Schools of Knowledge: Academic development is supported with social skills through robotics, drone technologies, ABRSM-approved music education and professional sports academies.
• Advanced Technology Integration: With digital devices and modern laboratories fully integrated into the education process, students gain the competencies of the digital world.
• Language and Global Vision: The curriculum targeting high proficiency (B2-C1) in English and Spanish languages opens the doors of world citizenship to students. opens.

Yago School Málaga offers three main high school programs (Baccalaureate) customized according to students' academic goals and language proficiency:

• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme: It is the most globally valid international diploma program conducted entirely in English. Ideal for students with a global university vision.
• Spanish Baccalaureate (Lomloe): This program, where the language of instruction is entirely Spanish, prepares students directly for the Spanish university system and local exams.
• Bilingual (Mixed) Program: It is the option that combines the advantages of both systems, where students take IB Diploma courses and prepare for the Spanish university entrance exams (PEvAU/Selectividad).

Additional Education Programs and "Knowledge Schools" (Schools of Knowledge): In addition to the academic curriculum, the school also offers training in the following specific areas to develop students' abilities:

• Technology and Innovation: Drone use and advanced Robotics training.
• Music and Arts: ABRSM-approved professional music education, dance and visual arts.
• Official Exam Preparations: Preparation for international certification exams such as Cambridge (English), YCT/HSK (Chinese) and Trinity College.
• Sports Academies: Professional Various sports activities accompanied by coaches.

These programs are supported by boarding accommodation for students aged 13-18 (MYP 3 to DP 2).

Registration and Application Fees (One-Time)

• Enrollment Fee: €1,850 (Non-refundable)
• Deposit: €2,000 (Refundable upon leaving the school)

Activity Fund (Mandatory)
In addition to tuition, an annual activity fund must be paid for each student:

• Per Term: €850
• Annual Total: €2,550

Important Information:

• Payment Schedule: The tuition fee and activity fund payment for each term must be made at least 60 days before the start of the term.
• What Does It Include? These fees include annual tuition, accommodation in a double room, all meals, school materials, digital devices and insurance, university counseling, laundry services, and airport transfers at the beginning and end of each term.
• Additional Costs: For students whose native language is not English or Spanish and who require reinforcement classes, additional paid classes may be assigned at the teacher's discretion.

Academic Requirements

• Transcripts: The student's academic transcripts (trace sheets) for the last 2 years are examined.
• Reference Letter: A reference letter from the previous school documenting the student's academic and attitudinal history must be submitted.
• Achievement Record: The student is expected to have no serious disciplinary offenses and a positive learning attitude.

Language Proficiency

• IB Diploma or Bilingual Program: Candidates whose native language is not English must present a certificate at B2-C1 level or pass the school's own placement exams.
• Spanish Program: Candidates whose native language is not Spanish are required to document their Spanish proficiency at B2-C1 level.
• Support Process: Students with insufficient knowledge of English or Spanish can be accepted conditionally by agreeing to take language support courses at the school with the approval of the school administration and for an additional fee.

Personal and Social Criteria

• Motivation Letter: The student is asked to write a letter of intent explaining why he/she chose Yago School and his/her goals.
• Personal Interview: The prospective student participates in an interview with the admissions team or the Head of the IB Department (Head of DP).
• Social Participation: The student's proactive participation and leadership qualities in social, cultural or sports group activities are considered as plus points in the admission process.

Admission Process Steps

• Application: Filling out the form and required documents.
• Assessment: Language proficiency tests and transcript review.
• Interview: Online or face-to-face interview.

• Sports & Physical Health: * High-performance sports academies and regular physical education.
  The campus facilities are designed to promote a balanced, active lifestyle.

• Music & Arts: * ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music): Preparation for official music exams.
  Dance, visual arts, and drama are core parts of the extracurricular life.

• Technology & ICT: * Drones & Robotics: Specialized training in cutting-edge technologies.
  Digital integration is a pillar of the school, with all students using digital devices for learning.

• Global Awareness & Languages: * Preparation for official language exams: Cambridge (English) and YCT/HSK (Chinese).
  International trips and cultural exchange programs to prepare students for "Global Citizenship."

• University & Career Counselling: * Students use the Maia Learning platform starting in the last year of Secondary School.
  The school provides a comprehensive counseling program to help students prepare for their professional futures.

Daily Schedule (Timetable)

• Monday to Friday: 8:55 AM – 5:00 PM.
• DP Students: Finish at 3:00 PM twice a week to allow for more focused study or university preparation.
• Boarding Options: The school offers both Full Boarding (living on campus 7 days a week) and Flexi Boarding options.

• Capacity and Suitability: The school dormitory has a capacity of more than 100 students and is specifically reserved for students between the ages of 13 - 18 (MYP 3 to DP 2).
   
• Room Layout: Students stay in double rooms designed with a focus on comfort and study.
   
• Food Options: Homemade meals prepared with fresh products are offered every day within the scope of catering service.
   
• Support Services: Laundry: Weekly laundry service is provided.
  Transportation: Airport transfers at the beginning and end of each term are included in the fees.
  Guidance: The Guidance Unit, consisting of expert psychologists, offers personalized attention and support to boarding students.