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 relocation project is well underway. An exciting educational future is coming to life for students aged 7 to 17, nestled amidst greenery to foster a deeper connection with nature.
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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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...
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30/06/2025
In any successful educational environment, academic success must go hand-in-hand with emotional wellbeing. At TEMS, this belief is deeply embedded in every corner of school life. But...
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24/06/2025
The International Baccalaureate (IB) programme is renowned for its holistic and rigorous approach to education. At TEMS, students who follow the IB pathway from our three options...
We know that your school days at TEMS were some of the best of your life — filled with memories, friendships, and experiences that shaped who you are today. And now, we’d love to hear where life has taken you! Whether you graduated fifty, twenty, or just two years ago… your story matters to us.💚❤️
TEMS Alumni is more than a network — it’s a community built on connection, support and lifelong belonging. As a TEMS graduate, you are already part of it, but we want to take this bond to the next level.
📩 To stay in touch and help us shape activities that truly add value, write to us at alumni@tems.es.
Your participation will make our Alumni network a vibrant space to reconnect with old classmates and build valuable social and professional connections.
And this is just the beginning… very soon we will be sharing exciting news and new initiatives designed for our Alumni community. Stay tuned — you won’t want to miss it! 👀
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Sabemos que tus años en TEMS fueron algunos de los mejores de tu vida, llenos de recuerdos, amistades y experiencias que han ayudado a formar quién eres hoy. Y ahora, ¡nos encantaría saber adónde te ha llevado la vida! Haya pasado medio siglo, veinte años o tan solo dos desde que te graduaste… tu historia nos importa.💚❤️
TEMS Alumni es más que una red: es una comunidad construida sobre la conexión, el apoyo y el sentido de pertenencia para toda la vida. Como antiguo alumno de TEMS, ya formas parte de ella, pero queremos llevar este vínculo al siguiente nivel.
📩 Para mantener el contacto y ayudarnos a diseñar actividades que aporten un valor real, escríbenos a alumni@tems.es.
Tu participación hará que nuestra red Alumni sea un espacio dinámico para reconectar con antiguos compañeros y crear contactos sociales y profesionales de gran valor.
Y esto es solo el comienzo… muy pronto compartiremos noticias e iniciativas especialmente diseñadas para nuestra comunidad Alumni. ¡Permanece atento, no te lo querrás perder! 👀
Our IB students started their new Chemistry project — and the first step is all about brainstorming. They explored concepts, shared ideas and began shaping the questions that will guide their investigation.🧪💡
This process not only strengthens scientific thinking, but also teaches students how to design and manage their own projects — a key skill that will empower them in their future university journey and beyond. 🎓🚀
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En el programa IB, nuestros alumnos comenzaron un nuevo proyecto de Química, y el primer paso es el brainstorming: explorar conceptos, compartir ideas y dar forma a las preguntas que guiarán su investigación.🧪💡
Este proceso no solo desarrolla el pensamiento científico, sino que también les enseña a crear y gestionar sus propios proyectos, una habilidad esencial que les preparará para su etapa universitaria y para cualquier reto que venga después. 🎓🚀
🎨🤹♂️Extracurricular activities at TEMS 🎸🏊♀️
This year our After School Programme is full of new and exciting experiences! From creativity and performing arts to sports and hands-on workshops — students will have the chance to explore new passions, boost their confidence and have lots of fun after school. 🌟
🔗 Sign up now through the link in our bio!
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Este año, nuestro Programa de Extraescolares llega cargado de experiencias nuevas y muy emocionantes. Desde actividades creativas y artísticas hasta deporte y talleres prácticos, nuestros estudiantes podrán descubrir nuevas pasiones, ganar confianza y divertirse aún más en el colegio. 🌟
🔗 ¡Apúntate ya en el link de la bio!
At TEMS, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. That’s why we open our doors once again to families with a new edition of Parent School — a space to learn, share, and grow together.
This term’s talks will explore key topics such as nurturing independence, the science of sleep, reading, AI, and more!
👩🏫 Don’t miss it!
🔗 Sign up through the link in our bio.
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En TEMS creemos que la educación va más allá del aula. Por eso abrimos nuestras puertas una vez más a las familias con una nueva edición de Escuela de Padres, un espacio para aprender, compartir y crecer juntos.
En este trimestre trataremos temas tan relevantes como la independencia infantil, la ciencia del sueño, la lectura, la inteligencia artificial ¡y mucho más!
👩🏫 ¡No te lo pierdas!
🔗 Apúntate en el link de la bio.
🎃👻 From our youngest explorers to our oldest students, everyone came dressed in their most frightening costumes today! The school was filled with spooky decorations, laughter, and Halloween spirit.
Students enjoyed a day full of fun — from a thrilling dodgeball match against the teachers 🏐😱 to exploring the local streets for some good old trick or treating! 🍬
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🎃👻 Desde nuestros explorers más pequeños hasta los estudiantes más mayores, todos vinieron hoy con sus disfraces más terroríficos. El colegio se llenó de risas, decoración espeluznante y mucho espíritu de Halloween.
Disfrutamos de un día lleno de diversión: ¡partidos de balón prisionero contra los profes 🏐😱 y un recorrido por las calles de la zona para hacer el clásico truco o trato! 🍬
🎃 Get ready for a spooky adventure! 👻
We’re excited to invite all students from Nest to Year 9 to join our Halloween Camp! 🕸️
Organised along with @senseisactividades team, this camp will be packed with games, crafts, spooky surprises, and plenty of Halloween spirit! ✨
For more details and to sign up, please visit Cognita Connect Hub, where you’ll find the full brochure and registration form.
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🎃 ¡Prepárate para una aventura espeluznante! 👻
¡Queremos animar a todos los estudiantes desde Nest hasta Year 9 a participar en nuestro campamento de Halloween! 🕸️
Organizado junto con el equipo de @senseisactividades, este campamento estará repleto de juegos, manualidades, sorpresas espeluznantes y mucho espíritu de Halloween. ✨
Para obtener más información y apuntarte, visita Cognita Connect Hub, donde encontrarás el folleto completo y el formulario de inscripción.
🌱 Learning through nature! Our Juniors have started planting in our new outdoor classrooms — spaces designed to learn, explore, and connect with the environment. ☀️💧
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🌱 ¡Aprendiendo a través de la naturaleza! Nuestros alumnos de Juniors han comenzado a plantar en las nuevas aulas al aire libre — espacios pensados para aprender, explorar y conectar con el entorno. ☀️💧
✨ Last Wednesday, we had an inspiring visit from Dr. Mengmeng Wang-Purcell, Lead for International Programmes at @downingcollegeinternational — one of the colleges that make up the University of Cambridge.
She shared insights about their Summer School Programme 🌞 and valuable tips on how to apply to elite universities like Cambridge 🎓.
At TEMS, we’re always looking to open doors to the best academic futures for our students. Events like this — and our upcoming University Applications Information Evening — help guide our families and students through every step of their university journey. 💫
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✨ El pasado miércoles recibimos la inspiradora visita de la Dra. Mengmeng Wang-Purcell, responsable de Programas Internacionales en @downingcollegeinternational , uno de los colleges que forman parte de la Universidad de Cambridge.
Compartió información sobre su Summer School Programme 🌞 y ofreció valiosos consejos sobre cómo acceder a universidades de élite como Cambridge 🎓.
En TEMS trabajamos cada día para abrir las puertas al mejor futuro académico de nuestros alumnos. Eventos como este — y el próximo University Applications Information Evening — acompañan a nuestras familias y estudiantes en cada paso del camino hacia la universidad. 💫
Start a unique learning experience
Discover the enriching educational journey that awaits your child across the various stages at The English Montessori School (TEMS).
3 - 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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