Benahavís is a delightful village situated just a short drive inland from the town of San Pedro Alcántara and the famous marina of Puerto Banús. Known on the Costa del Sol for having a remarkable number of good quality restaurants and quaint cobbled streets, the municipality has many other appealing aspects that make it the perfect place to live.
Benahavís is considered a prime residential location due to its natural setting, proximity to the coast, and the great amenities available in its historic centre, neighbouring towns, and surrounding countryside. Families with children can access numerous sports and leisure attractions, and schools in the area have a reputation for providing a good standard of education from nursery up to secondary and senior classes.
Education facilities in Benahavís:
Escuela Infantil Benahavís Escuela Infantil Benahavís is an educational centre for infants and primary schoolchildren. Now providing bilingual classes at every level, the facility also runs a varied and fun sports and extracurricular activities schedule.
Address: Avenida Andalucía 22, 29679 Benahavís, Málaga. Nursery Tel: 952 855 122 Primary Tel: 952 856 140
CEIP Daidín CEIP Daidín is an exceptional state institution situated in the heart of Benahavís village. It provides education for children from three to 12 years old. Due to a productive collaboration with the Benahavís town hall, Daidín has also implemented an outstanding out-of-school activities programme.
Address: Avenida Moraleda, 0 S N ( Urb Montemar ), 29679 Benahavís, Málaga Tel: 951 27 07 32
Colegio Atalaya Since the fairly recent establishment of the private Atalaya College in the area, senior pupils no longer need to journey to a neighbouring town to continue their learning. Previously, children over the age of 13 would travel to San Pedro Alcántara, Marbella, or further afield to access classes for higher education.
Colegio Atalaya, or Atalaya College, is a bilingual educational facility that offers infant, primary, secondary, and senior classes to young people in and around the Benahavís area. The school combines the best aspects of Spanish and English learning while incorporating a modern methodology to allow students to develop to their full potential within a healthy, safe, and happy environment.
Address: Urbanización El Marqués, Calle Pico Alcazaba, 24-28, 29680, Málaga Tel: 952 00 31 71
Creators International School Creators International School is the first tech-focused school in Málaga and the Costa del Sol, opening in September 2025 in the beautiful village of Benahavís, close to Marbella. This school teaches using a British curriculum centred on STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering, and math—with a special emphasis on maths, physics, and computer sciences. It’s designed for students from Year 3 to Year 13, aiming to spark a deep interest in technology and innovation. Creators School offers a supportive environment with small class sizes that help each student grow and excel. Flexible boarding options are available.
Address: Avenida Huerta De Rufino, S/N, 29679 Benahavís, Málaga Tel:655 255 779
Originally published in December 2009, updated by Adam Neale in May 2024.
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