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
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16/11/2025
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03/11/2025
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10/09/2025
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28/08/2025
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04/08/2025
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TEMS woke up today to the start of the Christmas season! 🎄✨
A big thank you to our staff for setting up the Christmas tree, and to our students who have already begun decorating it with ornaments brought from home. Each decoration adds a personal touch, making our tree a wonderful mix of memories and traditions.
We invite any students who haven’t brought their decoration yet to join in. There’s still time to add your touch!
And yes… all our campuses will have their own Christmas tree to celebrate the season together. 💛🎄
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¡Hoy TEMS ha amanecido con la llegada de la época navideña! 🎄✨
Muchas gracias a nuestro staff por montar el árbol de Navidad, y a nuestros estudiantes, que ya han empezado a decorarlo con adornos traídos desde casa. Cada detalle aporta un toque personal, creando una mezcla preciosa de recuerdos y tradiciones.
Invitamos a los estudiantes aún no han traído su adorno a hacerlo. ¡Todavía estáis a tiempo de añadir vuestro toque!
Y sí… ¡todos nuestros campus tendrán su propio arbolito para celebrar la Navidad juntos! 💛🎄
Thank you to everyone who visited our Book Fair across our TEMS campuses. 📚
We enjoyed seeing students discover new titles and choose books that inspire their reading. With the holidays approaching, it’s a great moment to enjoy some family reading time at home.
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Gracias a todos por visitar nuestra Feria del Libro en nuestros campus de TEMS. 📚
Ha sido un placer ver a los alumnos descubrir nuevos títulos y llevarse lecturas que les motivan. Con las vacaciones a la vuelta de la esquina, es un buen momento para disfrutar de la lectura en familia.
🎄✨ Join us for our annual Christmas Charity Market in support of Cirugía en Turkana!
🗓 Saturday, 13th December
⏰ 10:30–14:30
📍 Calle de Sopelana 11 – La Florida
Enjoy a festive morning with stalls full of gifts, books, clothes and handmade items, plus live music and delicious food. All proceeds support vital medical care for communities in Turkana, Kenya.
A wonderful opportunity to celebrate together and make a meaningful impact. ❤️🎄
We hope to see you there!
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🎄✨ ¡Os invitamos a nuestro Mercado Solidario de Navidad a favor de Cirugía en Turkana!
🗓 Sábado, 13 de diciembre
⏰ 10:30–14:30
📍 Calle de Sopelana 11 – La Florida
Disfrutad de una mañana festiva con puestos de regalos, libros, ropa y productos artesanales, además de música en directo y comida deliciosa. Todo lo recaudado apoyará atención médica esencial en Turkana, Kenia.
Una gran oportunidad para celebrar juntos y contribuir a una causa muy especial. ❤️🎄
¡Os esperamos!
Our Year 3 & 4 students visited a special mini museum created by their teachers to bring their Great Lesson, The Coming of Humans, into context 🏺✨.
The space was filled with artifacts, models, timelines and visual displays that helped students explore early human history in an immersive and engaging way. .🌍💡
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Los alumnos de Year 3 y 4 visitaron un mini museo especial creado por sus profesores para poner en contexto su Great Lesson, The Coming of Humans 🏺✨.
El espacio estaba lleno de “artefactos”, maquetas, líneas del tiempo y paneles visuales que permitieron a los estudiantes explorar la historia de los primeros seres humanos de una forma inmersiva y motivadora. 🌍💡
The new Explorer Campus is a world-class space designed for students in Year 3 to Year 11 — where learning truly flourishes. 🌟
With over 11,000 m² of modern facilities, students enjoy bright classrooms, open collaborative areas, fully equipped laboratories, and outdoor spaces that inspire creativity and focus.
Every corner encourages exploration, innovation, and a balanced approach to learning — blending academic challenge with wellbeing and real-world connection. 💡🍃
📍 Explorer Campus – Calle Sopelana, 11, Aravaca
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El nuevo Explorer Campus es un espacio de vanguardia diseñado para alumnos de Year 3 a Year 11 — un lugar donde el aprendizaje realmente florece. 🌟
Con más de 11.000 m² de instalaciones modernas, los estudiantes disfrutan de aulas luminosas, zonas abiertas de colaboración, laboratorios completamente equipados y espacios exteriores que inspiran creatividad y concentración.
Cada rincón impulsa la exploración, la innovación y un enfoque equilibrado del aprendizaje — combinando el reto académico con el bienestar y la conexión con el mundo real. 💡🍃
📍 Explorer Campus – Calle Sopelana, 11, Aravaca
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!🎙️🌟
Start a unique learning experience
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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