Best boarding schools in Marbella: find options near you

A truly unforgettable experience, graduating with my Executive Master’s degree from the Les Roches Marbella campus. 🎓 It was an incredible learning journey, supported by an amazing and dedicated university team. The graduation ceremony was exceptionally well organised, making this milestone even more memorable. 🏆 Thank you to everyone who made this journey so special.

Les Roches has truly shaped me, both personally and professionally. Coming here was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The environment pushes you to grow, the professors genuinely care, and every project feels connected to the real luxury hospitality world. As a Les Roches Ambassador, I’m proud to represent a community that values creativity, discipline, and authenticity. From industry events to group projects that challenge me daily, I feel constantly inspired to become the best version of myself. It’s a place where ambition is encouraged, friendships feel like family, and opportunities are endless.

It only has been a couple of months since the start of my journey with Les Roche, I have joined the ambassador program and it has been a blast! Being able to meet and connect with more then just peers, but with people that are like family. The school offers many different things, but the ambassador program is truly one of the best!

Les Roches Marbella was a major disappointment for me. The program feels more like paying for a lifestyle than pursuing a real education. Classes are short—around three hours per day—and the academic standards are extremely low. There is very little intellectual challenge, yet tuition costs €30,000 per year, which feels completely disproportionate to what you actually receive. Retaking exams requires paying the full price again, which shows that revenue is clearly prioritized over student learning. While the school promotes diversity and inclusivity in its marketing, the reality on campus is very different. Prestige, lifestyle, and networking are sold more than academic rigor. If you are looking for a serious, demanding education with real value, this is not the place to go.

As a student at Les Roches Marbella, I’ve had an amazing experience that has truly shaped my career in hospitality. The professors, who are industry professionals, bring real-world insight into the classroom, making our learning dynamic and impactful. The curriculum offers a perfect blend of theory and hands-on training, greatly enhancing our skills. I’ve also had the pleasure of meeting classmates from diverse backgrounds, enriching my perspective and teamwork abilities. The campus is good and provides a great environment for both learning and relaxation. Overall, Les Roches Marbella is not just an educational institution but a launchpad for success in the hospitality industry. I recommend it to anyone pursuing this field!

Les Roches Marbella has been one of my life’s best decisions and experiences. I’m currently on BBA3 and I’ve had the opportunity to travel, meet new people, immerse myself in the hospitality industry, and become part of the amazing community of Les Roches. I’ve had the opportunity to join the Ambassadors team and the SGA (Student Government Association), which has widened my world.

The Les Roches Global Hospitality Education campus has a truly distinctive vibe, offering an immersive luxury hospitality experience during the visit. Its location makes it even more stunning and unforgettable.

I spent one year at this school and overall had a positive experience. The teachers were generally supportive and tried their best to help students succeed, and I made many great memories and friendships during my time there. Like any school, it had its challenges, but it provided a solid learning environment and opportunities to grow both academically and personally. I’m grateful for the experiences and lessons I gained here.

I was given the opportunity of doing the GED program at the American College in Spain! I must say the teachers made the whole program way easier and better, without them it would not have possible! I met some good people while attending and I am very grateful to Ms. Butler and the whole staff team for everything they have done for me! The American College in Spain is a great school and university and I recommend it very highly! Thank you very much again to the American College staff and teachers!

We really enjoy the American college in Marbella. Everything is working out very well for the students and for the parents. The teaching of entrepreneurship is a very important factor to me, and since I have changed my children from the british system to the american one, I can see a shift in thinking and awareness. My daughter has graduated and studies in Madrid in an american university now. The communication with the office is perfect and they are very solution oriented when it comes to solving a situation. We feel very supported from the team. I can highly recommend the school!

Great school. Studied here for 2 years, I speak from experience when I say that the teachers and the staff are amazing. They’re great people and it can be felt that they truly care about a student’s success.

Very lovely school. Great atmosphere which doesn’t stress you out. I like that the classes are small. Teachers are nice and try to help you with whatever they can. Big thank you to Ms. Tere and Ms. Gayle for resolving any questions I had.

For us, for my Hanna it is the best school in Marbella, it helped her to make her dreams come true. She is studying Psychology in Madrid now. She is very happy and we are thankful for the The American College❤️

I moved here hoping to find a school for my kid, and my kid got severely bullied!!!! The teachers or the director did absolutely nothing. The education here is horrible, and everything is online!!! The fees are way too expensive for the school to be too small!!!!!!!

It is a fantastic school. They have an excellent environment where the kids get the chance to learn and evolve in their own time. The establishment itself is lovely, with big classrooms where more students have their spaces and can work in peace, and big areas with fauna and vegetation; palm trees and olive trees surround the play areas, which many other schools lack, which is very appreciated. The school has a big pool that the students use and love. It’s the most inhabited area throughout the Summer and autumn and helps combat Marbellas most sunny days. As a past student of this school, I can stand for its outstanding education and the support they have offered me during my 15 years in their care. I could not be more happy to have finished my high school years at this school. The environment of the school is lovely. There are no social groups; all classes mingle and enjoy outside and inside activities together. The teachers are absolutely fantastic and very caring. They’re all very educated individuals, and it shows in their teaching techniques. The school has come a long way since I joined in 2008, and I’ve had the privilege to see how it’s grown and expanded to accommodate more students and how they’ve managed to constantly improve the environment and quality of life for the children.

This is an environment where my kids are happy and safe to grow in, they don’t want to go home when the day is finished.

Good school

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Our daughter spent her first three years at this school and we couldn’t be happier! As newcomers to a new country, it was important to find a community and a sense of belonging, and we found that here. Many wonderful friends who were in the same situation and friendships that have been forged forever. The teachers are lovely, the premises are fantastic, bright and fresh, and the pool 💦 which is used frequently is absolutely wonderful! I can do nothing more than recommend trying life on the sunny coast and then having your child/children at this gem of a school, it truly becomes a memory for life! Vamos! Come and see! 😍Vår dotter gick sina tre första år i den här skolan och vi kunde inte vara nöjdare! Som nya i nytt land var det viktigt att hitta en gemenskap 🙌🏻 och ett sammanhang och det gjorde vi här. Många fina kompisar som var i samma situation och Vänskapsband som knutits för alltid. Lärarna är härliga, Lokalerna är fantastiska, ljusa och fräscha och poolen 💦 som används flitigt är helt underbar! Jag kan inte mer än att rekommendera att prova på livet på solkusten och att då få ha sitt/sina barn på den här pärlan till skola blir verkligen ett minne för livet! Vamos! Kom vetja! 😍Translated commentShow original

The Swedish school in Marbella is absolutely fantastic. All three of our daughters attended there and they thrived in every way. Everything from the teaching and the teachers to the environment itself. The children felt safe and inspired, which laid the foundation for effective learning. The school also managed the feat of combining the Swedish curriculum with the Spanish culture and setting. It became a perfect balance for the children to develop in. We are super satisfied and warmly recommend the school! Olof, Faisa, Anisa (08), Nadine (11), and Aliya (15).Svenska skolan i Marbella är helt fantastisk. Alla våra tre döttrar har gått där och de stortrivdes på alla sätt. Allt från undervisningen och lärare till själva miljön. Barnen kände sig trygga och inspirerade och därmed var grunden lagd för effektiv inlärning. Skolan lyckades dessutom med konststycket att kombinera den svenska läroplanen med den spanska kulturen och inramningen. Det blev en perfekt balans för barnen att utvecklas i. Vi är supernöjda och vill varmt rekommendera skolan! Olof, Faisa, Anisa (08), Nadine (11) och Aliya (15).Translated commentShow original

Svenska Skolan Marbella exceeded my expectations with its exceptional teachers. My children enjoy it and think they are great teachers and a fun schooling experience because it is abroad with a pool and lots of other fun things to do! I really recommend other parents to have their children here!Svenska Skolan Marbella överträffade mina förväntningar med sina exceptionella lärare. Mina barn trivs och tycker att det är bra lärare och en rolig skolgång eftersom det är utomlands med pool och massa andra roliga grejer som finns att göra! Rekommenderar verkligen andra föräldrar till att ha sina barn här!Translated commentShow original

The academy really took care of us. They offer a combination of IGCSE and A Level courses to suit. The teachers are lovely and couldn’t ask for a more central location.

With small groups and dedicated teachers the Academy has every chance of gaining excellent results for their students. The working environment is excellent.

Amazing school with heart for their students