The British International School of Marbella (BISM) is an

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located in the Spanish city of

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. The school was opened in 2010 and is part of the

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(BSF). BISM follows the

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and provides education for children in Early Years, Primary School and Secondary School.

Location and facilities

BISM is located close to the centre of a Marbella.

Administration

BISM is governed by the British Schools Foundation, a UK non-profit organisation. The day-to-day operation is overseen by the headteacher. The school is also an affiliate of the

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