Welcome to
The English Montessori School (TEMS)
We are a vibrant British private school based in Madrid, offering a tailor-made, holistic education for children aged 1 to 18.
At The English Montessori School, we foster a love for learning, celebrating the unique potential of every student and guiding them on a journey of exploration, growth, and personal development. With a rich legacy in Montessori education and a nurturing environment, we provide the support and inspiration students need to thrive at every stage, so they become caring, independent and confident individuals.
In Pre-University, we proudly offer three distinct academic pathways— the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), the Spanish Bachillerato, and A Levels—empowering students to choose the route that best aligns with their strengths and future aspirations.
Join our warm and welcoming community of passionate educators, supportive families, and engaged learners. We look forward to walking alongside your child as they shape their own path to success at The English Montessori School—where curiosity is encouraged, and dreams are nurtured.
Meet our Headteacher, Jonathan Gunzi
With a visionary and inclusive leadership style, Jonathan inspires a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring every student thrives academically and personally.
Holistic Excellence
The British Curriculum sparks academic brilliance and a global mindset, while Montessori nurtures individuality, creativity, and a love for learning.
World-Class Outcomes
Proficient in three languages, our graduates possess exceptional skills in English, Spanish, and French, giving them a competitive edge in a globalised world.
TEMS Transforms!
We’re thrilled to announce that our new Explorer campus is now open! A vibrant educational community for students in Year 3 to Year 11 has come to life, surrounded by nature to inspire learning and a deeper connection with the environment
Step into the enchanting world of Discovery House
A purposefully designed haven for our youngest learners, aged 3 to 6.
The architectural marvel seamlessly intertwines indoor and outdoor spaces, forming a sanctuary that fosters a deep connection with nature. This uniquely crafted building is where the magic of Montessori education comes to life.
Where values of caring, independence, and confidence breathe life into our community
At TEMS, we nurture a culture of respect, curiosity, and compassion, fostering an environment where each child’s potential is cultivated with integrity and kindness.
Caring
Promote a caring community, where respect for each other and the environment is tangible.
Confident
Develop our students' self-confidence through practical life skills, aiming to equip them to face a rapidly changing future.
Independent
Encourage our students to be independent thinkers who feel confident enough to make mistakes and learn from them.
Join us for a Private Tour
Explore our vibrant classrooms, meet our dedicated teachers, and experience the nurturing space we've created for your child's learning experience.
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26/11/2025
Children have an innate desire to do things for themselves. Whether it’s pouring a drink, sweeping the floor or helping prepare a meal, they are drawn to...
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16/11/2025
At TEMS, education is about more than preparing for exams — it’s about preparing for life. The world our students are growing into is changing rapidly, shaped...
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03/11/2025
At TEMS, we recognise that technology is now an essential part of everyday life. Tablets for entertainment, video games for fun, televisions in the background, and mobile...
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10/09/2025
Mathematics is one of the subjects that often generates the most anxiety and resistance among students. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. When taught through...
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28/08/2025
The start of a new school year is an exciting time filled with opportunity, growth, and new beginnings. For children and young people aged 3 to 18,...
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04/08/2025
Choosing the right academic pathway before university is one of the most important decisions a student, and their family, will make. At TEMS, we offer a distinctive and...
Thank you to all the families who joined our Diploma Programme meeting. It was a pleasure to share key information about the IBDP pathway and the steps we are taking to support students throughout their journey.
Over coffee and breakfast ☕🥐, we reviewed how students choose their six subjects, the role of the Core (TOK, CAS and the Extended Essay), what a typical week looks like, and how we guide them in study habits, deadlines, academic honesty and university preparation.
A valuable morning that strengthens our shared commitment to helping students grow with confidence and purpose. 🌟
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Gracias a todas las familias que asistieron a nuestra reunión del Diploma Programme. Fue un placer compartir información clave sobre el programa y las acciones que llevamos a cabo para apoyar a los estudiantes en este camino.
Entre café y desayuno ☕🥐, repasamos la elección de asignaturas, el Core (TOK, CAS y Extended Essay), una semana típica, y cómo les guiamos en hábitos de estudio, gestión de plazos, honestidad académica y preparación universitaria.
Una mañana muy valiosa que refuerza nuestro compromiso conjunto con el crecimiento y la confianza de nuestros alumnos. 🌟
Our Nursery and Reception children enjoyed a fun surprise with the visit of the Chameleon Theatre group at Discovery House. Doctor Silly —the world’s most confused doctor 🤪🩺— tried to teach healthy habits but kept getting everything hilariously wrong: brushing teeth with ice cream 🍦🪥 or washing hands with ketchup 🍅👐!
The students quickly became the real health experts, helping him learn while laughing, interacting and enjoying a playful experience full of creativity and joyful learning. 💛✨
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Nuestros alumnos de Nursery y Reception disfrutaron de una divertida sorpresa con la visita del grupo de Teatro Chameleon a Discovery House. Doctor Silly —el doctor más despistado 🤪🩺— quiso enseñar hábitos saludables, pero ¡todo lo hacía al revés!: cepillarse con helado 🍦🪥 o lavarse las manos con kétchup 🍅👐.
Los niños se convirtieron en los verdaderos expertos en salud, ayudándole mientras reían, participaban y vivían una experiencia llena de creatividad y aprendizaje. 💛✨
We would like to share a brief recap of Music Day with one of our students` musical performances. Thank you to everyone who participated and filled the school with talent! 🎙️🌟
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Compartimos un pequeño resumen del Día de la Música con una de las interpretaciones musicales de nuestros estudiantes. ¡Gracias a todos los que participaron llenando el colegio de talento!🎙️🌟
Friday was a joyful day across school as our Music Academy filled Explorer Campus with sound and energy. Students performed everywhere — from intimate solos and small ensembles to a show-stopping performance by our 80-strong samba band 🥁✨. The day ended on a high with two uplifting concerts: one for our Junior pupils and one for Seniors.
Huge thanks to the whole music team for their dedication — our Music Academy continues to grow stronger every term. 🎼🧠🤝.
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El viernes vivimos una jornada llena de alegría en todo el colegio, cuando nuestra Music Academy inundó el Explorer Campus de música y energía. Hubo actuaciones por todas partes: desde solos íntimos y pequeños conjuntos, hasta la actuación estelar de nuestra banda de samba de 80 integrantes 🥁✨. La jornada concluyó con dos conciertos emocionantes: uno para los alumnos Junior y otro para Seniors.
Un agradecimiento enorme a todo el equipo de música por su dedicación — nuestra Music Academy no para de crecer 🎼🧠🤝
At Discovery House, curiosity takes centre stage. 🌱
Designed for children aged 3–6, this Montessori-inspired environment encourages hands-on learning, independence, and a natural love for exploration.
Bright classrooms, open shelving, and nature-connected spaces allow children to move freely between indoor and outdoor areas — discovering, questioning, and learning at their own pace. 🍃
Here, sustainability, creativity, and emotional wellbeing grow together every day. 🌟
📍 Discovery House – Calle Ganimedes, 7, Aravaca
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En Discovery House, la curiosidad es el motor del aprendizaje. 🌱
Diseñado para niños de 3 a 6 años, este entorno inspirado en la filosofía Montessori fomenta el aprendizaje activo, la independencia y el deseo natural de explorar.
Aulas luminosas, estanterías abiertas y espacios conectados con la naturaleza permiten que los niños se muevan libremente entre interior y exterior — descubriendo, preguntando y aprendiendo a su propio ritmo. 🍃
Aquí, la sostenibilidad, la creatividad y el bienestar emocional crecen de la mano cada día. 🌟
📍 Discovery House – Calle Ganimedes, 7, Aravaca
Our Seniors students travelled back thousands of years 🌍⏳ during their History lesson as they explored Mesopotamian cuneiform, one of the world’s earliest writing systems.
Through a hands-on clay modelling activity 👐🧱, pupils discovered how ancient scribes recorded ideas, trade, and stories—experiencing firsthand the precision, creativity, and cultural significance behind these iconic wedge-shaped symbols ✍️📜.
Learning history in a practical way allows students to deeply connect with the past 💡📚, strengthening understanding, memory, and curiosity.
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Nuestros alumnos de Seniors viajaron miles de años atrás 🌍⏳ en su clase de Historia para explorar la escritura cuneiforme mesopotámica, uno de los sistemas de escritura más antiguos del mundo.
Gracias a una actividad práctica modelando arcilla 👐🧱, descubrieron cómo los antiguos escribas registraban ideas, comercio e historias, experimentando de primera mano la precisión, creatividad y relevancia cultural de estos símbolos en forma de cuña ✍️📜.
Aprender Historia de manera práctica permite a los estudiantes conectar profundamente con el pasado 💡📚, reforzando la comprensión, la memoria y la curiosidad.
Our afternoon structured play sessions have been refreshed with exciting new resources that spark imagination and collaboration. From construction zones to role-play kitchens, baby care, and dress-up corners, children now have even more opportunities to explore, create, and learn through play.🧑🍳🦺
These new spaces are helping our pupils engage with confidence and curiosity—building independence, teamwork, and joyful learning moments along the way.
It’s been wonderful to watch their creativity flourish as they dive into these enhanced play experiences. 🤗✨
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Nuestras sesiones de juego estructurado por la tarde se han renovado con recursos llenos de inspiración. Desde zonas de construcción hasta cocinitas de rol, cuidado de bebés y disfraces, ahora los niños cuentan con más oportunidades para explorar, crear y aprender a través del juego.🧑🍳🦺
Estos nuevos espacios están ayudando a nuestros alumnos a participar con confianza y curiosidad, desarrollando independencia, trabajo en equipo y momentos de aprendizaje llenos de alegría.
Ha sido maravilloso ver cómo su creatividad florece mientras disfrutan de estas experiencias de juego mejoradas. 🤗✨
At Voyager House, every stage of early learning is designed to nurture curiosity, confidence, and independence. 🌱
Our Montessori-inspired Pre-Nursery (1–3 years) offers a safe, sensory-rich space where exploration, movement, and discovery come naturally. Known as the Nest or Infant Community in Montessori, it’s a space created for our youngest learners to thrive.
Low shelves, child-sized furniture, and hands-on materials encourage independence from the start — as children engage in meaningful activities, music, storytelling, and outdoor play in a warm, English-speaking environment. 🌈
📍 Voyager House – Calle Motrico, 3, Aravaca
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En Voyager House, cada etapa del aprendizaje temprano está diseñada para fomentar la curiosidad, la confianza y la independencia. 🌱
Nuestra etapa de Pre-Nursery (1–3 años), inspirada en la filosofía Montessori, ofrece un entorno seguro y sensorial donde la exploración y el descubrimiento surgen de forma natural.
Conocida en Montessori como Nest o Infants Community, es un espacio creado para que los más pequeños crezcan y florezcan.
Con estantes bajos, mobiliario adaptado y materiales manipulativos, los niños desarrollan autonomía desde el principio a través del juego, la música, los cuentos y las actividades al aire libre, en un entorno cálido y completamente en inglés. 🌈
📍 Voyager House – Calle Motrico, 3, Aravaca
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Discover the enriching educational journey that awaits your child across the various stages at The English Montessori School (TEMS).
1 - 6 years old
7 - 10 years old
11 - 15 years old
16 - 18 years old
FAQs
A Montessori school follows the educational philosophy developed by María Montessori, which promotes self-directed learning and independence in an environment designed to meet each child's individual needs.
The English Montessori School combines the British curriculum with Montessori principles, providing a well-rounded and personalized education that prepares students for a globalized world.
The Montessori method is integrated into our British curriculum through activities and projects that encourage exploration, hands-on learning, and the development of social and emotional skills.
The admission requirements include an online application, an interview with the parents and student, and an evaluation of the student's previous academic history.
Our combination of the British curriculum and Montessori philosophy in a trilingual environment, along with our commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of each student, makes us unique.
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