
José Ignacio Fito / Head of School
José Ignacio Fito /
Head of School
Welcome to
Willoughby International School
At our School, we understand education as a profoundly human experience: a space where academic rigor, close relationships, and personalized support coexist naturally so that each student can fully develop, discover their talents, and freely and responsibly build their own life project.
The school’s recent affiliation with the International Education System (IES) opens a new chapter of growth and international reach, based on a clear conviction: to preserve what has given identity and value to this educational community, while simultaneously strengthening its capabilities and future opportunities.
We believe in a demanding, serious, and person-centered education. A model where each student is known, supported, and challenged in their academic, personal, and human development; where autonomy, critical thinking, a sense of responsibility, and the value of a job well done are fostered; and where coexistence is built on respect and appreciation for each person in their individuality.
We also understand that education is a shared responsibility with families, who are primarily responsible for their children’s development. Therefore, we strive to build a close relationship with them, based on mutual trust, consistency, and ongoing collaboration.
Our commitment is to consolidate an educational project open to the world and to innovation, maintaining its core values while continuing to grow with stability, an international perspective, and fidelity to the values that inspire the Institution’s educational work: respect, freedom, responsibility, solidarity, and a sense of community.
We invite you to learn more about Willoughby International School and to become part of a community that looks to the future without losing sight of what makes it unique.
International School in Madrid
A leading pioneer in true bilingual education in Madrid, distinguished by its academic excellence and its status as an official Cambridge examination centre.
A leading pioneer in true bilingual education in Madrid, distinguished by its academic excellence and its status as an official Cambridge examination centre.
We also understand that education is a shared responsibility with families, who are primarily responsible for their children’s development. Therefore, we strive to build a close relationship with them, based on mutual trust, consistency, and ongoing collaboration.
Our commitment is to consolidate an educational project open to the world and to innovation, maintaining its core values while continuing to grow with stability, an international perspective, and fidelity to the values that inspire the Institution’s educational work: respect, freedom, responsibility, solidarity, and a sense of community.
We invite you to learn more about Willoughby International School and to become part of a community that looks to the future without losing sight of what makes it unique.
IES and SEK schools belong to a globally recognized
educational institution committed to excellence
IES and SEK schools belong to a globally recognized educational institution committed to excellence




What do our students’
parents say about us?
What do our students’ parents say about us?
A nurturing, small-class environment and dedicated teachers who help their children thrive academically and emotionally.









