International Schools in Madrid, Spain | Scholae

Madrid

Name: Madrid
Address: Madrid, Spain

Spain

75 schools26 curricula

Madrid offers expat families a vibrant cultural experience with excellent international schools and a growing English-speaking community. The city combines rich Spanish heritage with modern amenities, featuring world-class museums, parks, and dining. Cost of living is reasonable compared to other European capitals, and the healthcare system is highly regarded. The central location provides easy access to other Spanish cities and Europe. Madrid's international business presence creates opportunities and a supportive expat network. Public transportation is efficient and affordable. The Spanish lifestyle emphasizes family time and outdoor activities. While Spanish knowledge enhances the experience, international schools and expat services accommodate English-speaking families well.

4/5

Safety

4/5

Quality of Life

4/5

Expat Friendly

$2,100

Avg Rent/mo

☀️ Climate & Weather

Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions

34°C

Hottest (Jul)

3°C

Coolest (Dec)

Sunny days/mo avg

380mm

Annual rainfall

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💰 Cost of Living

Monthly family budget estimates (USD)

At a Glance

$2,100

Avg. rent /mo

$14

Budget meal

$45

Mid-range dinner (2 ppl)

Dining & Drinks

Cappuccino$1.80

Domestic beer$2.50

Imported beer$3.50

Water (1.5L)$0.65

Groceries

Loaf of bread$1.20

Milk (1L)$1.05

Dozen eggs$2.50

Chicken (1 kg)$5.20

Transport

Taxi flag-drop$3.10

Taxi per km$1.15

Monthly transit pass$54.6

Gasoline (per liter)$1.72

Monthly Bills

Internet$32 /mo

Utilities (avg.)$120 /mo

Gym membership$38 /mo

Domestic help$900 /mo

Preschool / nursery$550 /mo

Comfortable

Apartment in Chamberi or Tetuan, mix of home cooking and neighborhood restaurants, Metro pass, mid-tier international school. A comfortable family lifestyle leveraging Madrid value.

$5,000/mo

Rent$1,700

Groceries$550

Lifestyle & leisure$420

Transport$110

Utilities$170

Dining out$350

Healthcare$200

School fees (per child)$1,100

Domestic help$400

Established

Modern 3-bedroom apartment in Salamanca or Retiro, regular restaurant dining, taxi and Metro mix, established international school, gym membership, weekend trips to Toledo and the Sierras.

$8,500/mo

Rent$2,700

Groceries$850

Lifestyle & leisure$800

Transport$280

Utilities$210

Dining out$700

Healthcare$350

School fees (per child)$1,700

Domestic help$910

Premium

Luxury apartment in La Moraleja or Barrio de Salamanca, premium international school (ASM, ISM, BSM), private driver or car, fine dining, private health insurance, country club, regular European travel.

$15,000/mo

Rent$4,800

Groceries$1,200

Lifestyle & leisure$1,500

Transport$700

Utilities$280

Dining out$1,300

Healthcare$600

School fees (per child)$3,100

Domestic help$1,520

Estimates for a family of four in the Madrid metropolitan area. Rent assumes a 2-3 bedroom apartment; groceries mix local markets and supermarkets (Mercadona, El Corte Ingles). School fees reflect a single child at a mid-tier international school. Madrid is slightly cheaper than Barcelona for rent but comparable for dining and lifestyle. Southern European cost structure — much cheaper than London, Paris, or Zurich. All figures in USD at approximately 1 USD = 0.92 EUR.