Colegio Liceo Europeo

What Colegio Liceo Europeo does

Colegio Liceo Europeo is a family-owned international private school founded in 1982 by Arsenio Incl\u00e1n Alonso and currently led by second-generation directors Gonzalo and Natalia Incl\u00e1n. The institution operates from a 30,000 m\u00b2 campus in La Moraleja, Madrid, serving more than 1,300 students aged 1 to 18 across four core educational stages: Infantil Internacional (MSA-accredited American nursery), Primary (IB PEP), Secondary (IB PAI or American program), and Bachillerato (Spanish National, IB Diploma, or American High School via Vermont Academy). It holds a distinctive combination of three international accreditations: IB Continuum authorization, MSA-ESS, and NEASC, plus ISO 9001:2015 quality certification.

The school's educational technology integrates digital tools (electronic whiteboards, tablets, robotics, programming, digital design, smart classrooms, digital library) within an active-learning pedagogy inspired by the Instituci\u00f3n Libre de Ense\u00f1anza, with true multilingual immersion in English, Spanish, Chinese, French, and German. Supporting infrastructure includes 11 school bus routes, an on-site kitchen, medical service, and over 30 extracurricular options across sports, arts, technology, and languages. The school also operates Liceo TV/Radio, The Liceo Times student magazine, and the Fundaci\u00f3n Liceo Europeo charitable foundation.

The revenue model is primarily subscription/recurring annual tuition, ranging from €4,120 (Pre-K half day) to €20,170 (Vermont Academy Grades 11-12), plus monthly transportation fees (€114-€155), quarterly materials and digital resource fees, and annual insurance. Ancillary revenue streams include fee-based extracurricular activities and summer camps offered in Spain, Europe, and the United States. The school employs 397 staff and serves four primary customer segments: families in northern Madrid seeking premium international education, international relocating families, university-oriented families targeting IB/American credentials, and values-driven families aligned with the school's humanistic pedagogical philosophy. Go-to-market relies on year-round direct admissions with personalized visits, Open Days, virtual tours, and a multilingual admissions team providing 24-hour response.

Name

Colegio Liceo Europeo

Legal name

Colegio Liceo Europeo

Website

https://liceo-europeo.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Colegio Liceo Europeo is a family-owned international private school in La Moraleja, Madrid, founded in 1982, serving 1,300+ students aged 1-18 through IB Continuum, NEASC-accredited American, and Spanish national curricula with multilingual immersion.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private International Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK), Overseas Summer School Programs (Secondary) (EDAIAHAC)

Keywords

• Private international education
• Bilingual primary education
• International baccalaureate programs
• American high school diploma
• Private school madrid

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Annual tuition fees charged for educational services across all stages from Pre-K to Bachillerato. Fees vary by educational level and program type, with American programs (Vermont Academy) commanding premium pricing. Additional fees apply for materials, insurance, and digital resources.
2. Transportation Services: Monthly bus routes serving students across Madrid and surrounding areas, with full and half-route options available.
3. Extracurricular Activities: Fee-based sports teams, language enrichment, and specialized activities including swimming school, diving, martial arts, and performing arts.
4. Summer Camps: Summer programs offered in Spain, Europe, and the United States, including School & Sports camps at the school facilities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Colegio Liceo Europeo is a family-owned private international school in La Moraleja, Madrid, offering multilingual education (English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German) for students aged 1-18. It delivers a complete educational pathway through four core stages—Infantil Internacional (American MSA-accredited nursery), Educación Primaria (IB Primary Years Programme), Educación Secundaria (IB Middle Years or Vermont Academy American program), and Bachillerato (Spanish National, IB Diploma, or Vermont Academy U.S. High School Diploma). It is one of the few Spanish schools holding MSA-ESS, full IB Continuum, and NEASC accreditations simultaneously. Supporting services include extracurricular activities, summer camps, school dining, and bus transportation.

Product overview

Colegio Liceo Europeo is a family-owned international private school founded in 1982, offering education from ages 1 to 18 in La Moraleja, Madrid. The institution provides a comprehensive educational portfolio comprising four core programs: Infantil Internacional (American nursery program MSA-accredited), Educación Primaria (IB Primary Years Programme), Educación Secundaria (IB Middle Years Programme or American program), and Bachillerato (Spanish National, IB Diploma, or American High School through Vermont Academy). Supporting programs include extracurricular activities (sports, languages, technology, arts), summer camps, school dining with own kitchen, and transportation services. The school maintains partnerships with Vermont Academy for American High School credentials and is authorized by the International Baccalaureate for its complete continuum. The institution also operates The Liceo Times student magazine, Liceo TV/Radio media platforms, and is supported by the Fundación Liceo Europeo foundation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Students achieve Proficiency level (CPE) in languages by graduation
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• UNESCO RedPEAflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 November 2025Member of UNESCO Associated Schools Network (Red de Escuelas Asociadas), connecting the school with 182 countries committed to education in human rights, equality, sustainability, and peace. Aligns school projects with global educational goals.
• Vermont AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEASC-accredited American high school partnership offering U.S. College Preparatory School Diploma for Grades 9-12. The program follows American academic standards and methodology, preparing students for U.S. and international universities. Over 100 students currently enrolled. Also includes Vermont Academy Online Program for Grades 6-12.
• European School of Sports (ESS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner for Vermont Academy Online Program, enabling virtual American high school education for students in Spain without requiring physical attendance.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized IB World School offering the complete IB Continuum: Primary Years Programme (ages 3-12), Middle Years Programme (ages 11-16), and Diploma Programme (ages 16-19). Center authorized to prepare students for all IB assessments and university access.
• Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-ESS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccreditation body providing authorization for American Nursery School curriculum (International Nursery School) for Early Childhood education, ensuring quality standards and international recognition.
• Fundación Pablo HorstmannflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership supporting educational projects in Uganda. The annual Carrera Solidaria (Solidarity Race) raises funds entirely destined to build and maintain schools in Dokolo, Uganda. More than 400 students currently benefiting from these initiatives.
• Ayuntamiento de AlcobendasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal government partnership for Carrera Solidaria event and various school activities, supporting community engagement initiatives.
• Club CorredoresminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial organizer of the Carrera Solidaria charity race, supporting sports events and community fundraising activities.
• Castellana Nueva CFminorOthersFederated football team partnership for older students (above Infantil), providing competitive sports opportunities.
• E2E ValleyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Liceo Emprende entrepreneurship club, providing students with tools to learn the most demanded future skills through collaboration with entrepreneurship ecosystem.
• 30+ NGOscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership network with over 30 non-governmental organizations supporting CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programs, volunteering initiatives, and social responsibility projects throughout the school year.
• Teatro RealminorGTM or Marketing PartnerColegio Amigo (Friend School) designation with Teatro Real, supporting cultural education and artistic programs.
• Real Club de CampominorOthersPartnership for student access to golf course facilities as part of sports and physical education activities.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Cognita Spain: Global operator of premium international and bilingual schools with multiple campuses in Spain; broader incumbent that competes for similar expat and affluent local families seeking international curricula.
• Colegio SEK-El Castillo / SEK International Schools: Network of international schools across Spain operating IB and other international programs; an established, multi-campus group competing in the same premium international education segment as Liceo Europeo.

Direct peers

• Runnymede College Madrid: British international, IB-examined co-ed school in Madrid covering ages 3-18; closest peer in size, IB/American-style continuum, and premium northern Madrid catchment.
• British Council School Madrid: British international K-12 in Madrid following the English national curriculum with strong Spanish language immersion; directly competes for bilingual/trilingual families seeking premium international credentials.
• King's College Madrid: British-curriculum international school in Madrid offering K-12 with similar bilingual premium positioning; competes directly with Liceo Europeo for La Moraleja and northern Madrid families across international pathways.
• American School of Madrid: American international school in Madrid offering US-style K-12 with college preparatory focus; overlaps directly with Liceo Europeo's Vermont Academy/American High School track and IB diploma offerings.
• Colegio Brains International School: Well-established Madrid-based private school group with bilingual programs and an international track; overlaps with Liceo Europeo's premium private K-12 audience across multiple Madrid campuses.
• St. George's British School Madrid: British international school serving early years through secondary in Madrid; comparable in international curriculum positioning, bilingual education, and premium private-market target segment.

Emerging players

• European International School of Madrid: Madrid-based international school offering multi-language education; relevant emerging peer competing for the same international-family segment with overlapping curriculum frameworks.

Regional players

• Montessori School La Moraleja: Direct-area competitor in La Moraleja for early childhood and primary international families; smaller and more narrowly focused, but targets the same hyper-local premium catchment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LiceoEuropeo
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ColegioLiceoEuropeo
• Facebookfacebook.com/liceoeuropeo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/liceoeuropeo
• Instagraminstagram.com/liceoeuropeo

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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