Colegio Arturo Soria

What Colegio Arturo Soria does

Colegio Arturo Soria is a private, parent-owned cooperative school (Sociedad Cooperativa Madrileña de Enseñanza Arturo Soria) located at Calle Duque de Tamames 4 in Madrid's Ciudad Lineal district, founded in 1978. It delivers a continuous educational pathway from age 2 (Aula de 2 Años) through Educacion Infantil, Primaria, ESO, and Bachillerato, serving families seeking premium, bilingual, internationally-oriented private education. The school is authorized as an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PEP/PYP), Middle Years Programme (PAI/MYP), and Diploma Programme.

The school's core product is its in-person educational service, organized around small class sizes (maximum 15 students in Infant education) with 25% of instructional time dedicated to English at the Infant stage. Pedagogical differentiation is delivered through proprietary methodologies including Método Fernández Bravo (mathematics), LOVA (opera-based interdisciplinary learning), Ubuntu (orchestra project), Psicomotricidad Vivenciada (experiential psychomotor programme), and structured oratory/debate classes. Operations run on standard third-party education platforms — Alexia for student information, ManageBac for IB curriculum management, IMT Lazarus for access control, and Sophia for library services — with no proprietary technology stack.

The business model is B2C tuition-based subscription revenue billed annually, augmented by seasonal summer camp programming (Campamentos de Verano 2026) and fee-based extracurricular activities. The school markets directly to families through a website with virtual tours, scheduled campus visits, and active social media channels (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube) plus a network of department-level content blogs. The customer base is fully domestic (Madrid), with no expansion beyond a single campus, and the institution is ranked #1 in Madrid for university entrance exam (PAU/EvAU) results per El Español, with 50.6% of students achieving access grades above 12/14 and an average of 11.25/14 in June 2025.

Name

Colegio Arturo Soria

Legal name

SOCIEDAD COOPERATIVA MADRILEÑA DE ENSEÑANZA ARTURO SORIA

Website

https://colegioarturosoria.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Colegio Arturo Soria is a private parent-owned cooperative school in Madrid delivering bilingual education from age 2 through Baccalaureate, including authorized IB programmes, to families seeking premium academic and international preparation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAJABAG

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

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/Private & Independent K–12 Schools

SECONDARYEDACADAG

Bilingual & Language-Immersion Early Learning Academies

Education/Early Childhood Education/Early Learning Academies & Montessori/Reggio/Steiner Programs

SECONDARYEDAJAGAB

English Learner (EL/ESL/ELL) & Bilingual Education Programs

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/K–12 Special Programs (Gifted, ESL/ELL, Remedial, RTI/MTSS)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• International baccalaureate programs
• Bilingual education services
• Cooperative school
• Early childhood to baccalaureate

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Educational Services: The school operates as a private cooperative (Sociedad Cooperativa Madrileña de Enseñanza Arturo Soria), providing educational services from ages 2 through Baccalaureate. Tuition fees are collected, likely on an annual basis with the cooperative structure enabling parent participation in governance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Colegio Arturo Soria is a private parent-owned cooperative school in Madrid delivering full-time educational services to students from age 2 through Baccalaureate. The school offers a structured academic pathway (Educación Infantil, Primaria, ESO, and Bachillerato) augmented by authorized International Baccalaureate programmes (Primary Years and Diploma), bilingual English/Spanish instruction, and specialized teaching methodologies such as Método Fernández Bravo for mathematics and LOVA for interdisciplinary arts-based learning.

Product overview

Colegio Arturo Soria is a private cooperative school in Madrid offering a comprehensive educational pathway from early childhood (2 years) through secondary education and IB programs. The school operates a multi-level structure comprising core academic programs (Infantil, Primaria, ESO, and Bachillerato) enhanced by authorized International Baccalaureate programs (PAI and Diploma). Key differentiating offerings include specialized methodologies like the Fernández Bravo mathematics method, international exchange programs with schools in Germany, France, and the USA, and distinctive extracurricular initiatives such as MUNA (Model UN), LOVA (opera-based learning), UBUNTU (orchestra project), and Diamond Challenge (entrepreneurship). The school emphasizes bilingual education with 25% English instruction in Infant education, strong academic outcomes (50.6% of students scoring above 12/14 on university entrance exams), and holistic development through guidance services, speech therapy, and emotional intelligence programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Educación Infantil (Early Childhood Education, including Aula de 2 Años) Early childhood education program for children from 2 to 5 years old, emphasizing learning through play, emotion, motivation, observation, manipulation, and investigation. Includes the Aula de 2 Años classroom and full Infantil stage.
• Educación Primaria (Primary Education) Primary education program covering grades 1 through 6, implementing IB Primary Years Programme (PEP/PYP) frameworks with inquiry-based learning, digital competency, creativity development, and Cambridge English external examinations.
• ESO y Bachillerato (Secondary & Upper Secondary Education) Secondary education comprising ESO (4 years) and Bachillerato (2 years), preparing students for Spanish university entrance exams (PAU/EvAU) with strong academic outcomes averaging 11.25 out of 14 in June 2025.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Authorized full International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme available to students in 1º and 2º de Bachillerato, recognized for developing critical thinking and international-mindedness.
• International Student Exchange Programmes Annual cultural exchange programmes with partner schools including Goethe Gymnasium (Germany), Notre Dame des Minimes (Lyon, France), and Glastonbury/Westford High Schools (USA), providing linguistic immersion and family-stay experiences.
• Campamentos de Verano (Summer Camps) Seasonal summer camp program offering educational and recreational activities during school breaks, available to enrolled and prospective students.
• Servicio de Logopedia (Speech Therapy Service) Dedicated speech therapy service for students requiring language and communication support, provided by the school's specialist department.
• Actividades Extraescolares (After-School Activities) Range of after-school activities spanning sports, arts, sciences, and cultural programmes, including oratory and debate classes, rhythmic gymnastics, basketball, swimming, and entrepreneurship activities (Diamond Challenge, Chiquiempresas).

Quantifiable outcome

• 50.6% of students achieved university access grades above 12 out of 14 in 2025 PAU exams
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BBVA, Barclays, Citybank (TUS FINANZAS, TU FUTURO Programme)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2014Pioneer implementation of the 'Tus Finanzas, Tu Futuro' financial education programme. Volunteers from BBVA, Barclays, and Citybank along with the Spanish Banking Association taught students about personal budgeting, credit, savings, investments, credit/debit cards, and stock market fundamentals.
• Goethe Gymnasium (Germany)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual student exchange programme with Goethe Gymnasium in Germany. Students from 4º de ESO participate in cultural and linguistic immersion activities, staying with host families and attending the partner school.
• Notre Dame des Minimes (Lyon, France)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual exchange programme with the French school Notre Dame des Minimes in Lyon. Students experience French family life, attend classes, and participate in cultural activities including visits to Toledo, Prado Museum, Royal Palace, and Bernabéu Stadium.
• Glastonbury High School and Westford High School (USA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual exchange programme with two American high schools in Glastonbury, Connecticut and Westford, Massachusetts. Students experience American family life, attend school, and participate in cultural activities during their stay.
• Alfrink College (Netherlands)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual MUNA (Model United Nations Alfrink) conference participation. Students from 1º de Bachillerato simulate the United Nations General Assembly model at Alfrink College in the Netherlands, developing diplomatic, negotiation, and public speaking skills.
• EY (Ernst & Young)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEconomics students from 4º de ESO and Entrepreneurship students from 1º de Bachillerato visited EY offices to learn about professional careers, international work, and skills needed for success in professional services.
• Junior Achievement SpaincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipation in national entrepreneurship competitions including the XX Competición Nacional de Miniempresas. Students develop viable business ideas and complete business plans, with teams winning the 'Premio Emprendimiento Innovador' from Madrid City Council.
• Universidad de Cambridge (Cambridge Assessment English)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartnership for external English proficiency examinations. All students in 2º, 4º, and 6º de Primaria take Cambridge English exams (Starters, Movers, Flyers) as part of the English language programme, with excellent results achieved.
• International Baccalaureate (IB)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAuthorized school to deliver the Primary Years Programme (PEP/PAI) and Diploma Programme. The school follows IB methodologies emphasizing inquiry-based learning, dialogue, and collaborative interaction. The school recently received official verification to offer the PAI programme.
• Psicólogos Sin FronterasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerImplementation of the NOA programme (prevention of aggressive conduct) by specialized psychologists from this NGO. The programme promotes positive, non-aggressive, and assertive behaviors among secondary school students.
• Alcohol y SociedadminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization that conducts alcohol awareness workshops for 3º de ESO students, teaching about responsible consumption, alcohol types, standard drink units (UBE), and groups who should avoid alcohol consumption.
• Banco de Alimentos de MadridminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual participation in the Gran Recogida (Great Collection) food bank drive. Students actively collaborate in this solidarity initiative organized by the Madrid Food Bank.
• Cuétara FactoryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational factory visit for 3º de PEP students as part of their inquiry unit 'How the world works.' Students learned about industrial processes, automation, and how technology helps people in daily life.
• Universidad Autónoma de MadridminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecognition from UAM for achieving among the 100 best university entrance exam scores in 2016. The university acknowledges the school's consistently high academic performance.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hastings School Madrid: British-curriculum private school in Madrid with multiple campuses serving students from infant through secondary. Comparable bilingual offering and overlapping admissions market in Madrid's premium private segment.
• King's College Madrid: British-curriculum private school in Madrid offering premium education through Baccalaureate. Competes for the same international and bilingual families in Madrid, with overlapping extracurricular and IB-equivalent offerings.
• International College Spain: IB World School in Madrid operated by the Globeducate network, offering the full IB continuum from Primary through Diploma. Directly comparable in target market (affluent international and bilingual families) and curriculum (IB continuum vs. IB+Bachillerato mix).
• Colegio Brains: Madrid private K-12 school with strong academic reputation and bilingual curriculum. Directly competes with Arturo Soria in the same Madrid premium segment, with overlapping IB-style and bilingual programs and similar parent-cooperative or family-driven governance structures.
• Lycée Français de Madrid: French-lycée institution in Madrid offering the French national curriculum and baccalauréat. Targets the same affluent Madrid families seeking international exposure and bilingual pathways, with comparable premium positioning.
• British Council School Madrid: Long-established British-curriculum private school in Madrid delivering education from early years through secondary. Comparable in serving bilingual Madrid families seeking international curricula and competing for the same premium segment.
• Colegio San Patricio (Madrid): Leading private K-12 school in Madrid serving affluent Spanish families across all educational levels. Highly comparable in terms of target market, premium positioning, and bilingual/international curriculum offerings, and competes directly for the same high-achieving Madrid families.
• Colegio Estudio: Historic Madrid private K-12 school with a cooperative parent ownership model highly analogous to Arturo Soria. Both are parent-owned cooperatives with progressive pedagogy, similar student demographics, and a shared positioning around holistic education in Madrid.

Regional players

• Colegio Base: Madrid-based private K-12 school with a cooperative family ownership model. Less directly comparable in academic results ranking but highly relevant as a regional cooperative-school competitor with similar governance and target families.
• Colegio Santa María la Blanca (Madrid): Madrid private K-12 school with a cooperative parent ownership structure closely matching Arturo Soria's cooperative model. Reaches a similar Madrid-area middle-to-upper-middle-class demographic in the same premium private segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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