The verdict in three sentences
In Gibraltar, a private or international school website built by an agency on the Rock costs, as a 2026 ballpark, between 5 000 and 18 000 GBP, while agencies in the Campo de Gibraltar and on the Costa del Sol often quote 3 000 to 12 000 EUR. Kolonell builds the stage pages, the admissions journey and visit booking for a fixed price of 2 300, 3 900 or 6 900 GBP, delivered in 3 to 4 weeks on Starter and Growth. The real question is the 3-year total cost, how the Spanish version many families expect is handled, and how each quote deals with pupil photos and children's data.
What do agencies on the Rock, in Spain and Kolonell charge?
The local market is small: a few agencies and freelancers on the Rock, and many providers based in La Línea, Sotogrande, Marbella or Málaga who work for Gibraltar clients. The ranges below are prudent ballparks, not official figures. They rest on public rate cards of agencies in the region, minimum project sizes on Clutch.co profiles, published hourly rates (often 60 to 100 GBP per hour in Gibraltar, 40 to 70 EUR on the Spanish side) and rates visible on Upwork or Malt.
| Criterion | Gibraltar agency | Agency on the Spanish side | Freelancer | Kolonell |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Build cost, 2026 ballpark | 5 000 to 18 000 GBP | 3 000 to 12 000 EUR, about 2 600 to 10 300 GBP | 1 500 to 5 000 GBP | 2 300 / 3 900 / 6 900 GBP, fixed |
| Changes outside scope | 60 to 100 GBP per hour | 40 to 70 EUR per hour | 35 to 60 GBP per hour | Quoted before any work |
| Usual timeline | 8 to 14 weeks | 6 to 12 weeks | 4 to 10 weeks | 3 to 4 weeks, Premium usually 4 to 6 |
| Spanish version | Often offered | Often native | Varies | Supplied by the school or quoted separately |
| English copy | Often billed separately | Quality varies | Rarely included | Native English or French included |
| On-site photos | Often offered | Often offered | Sometimes | Not included |
| Support after launch | Separate contract | Separate contract | Case by case | 3 months, 6 on Premium |
An honest note: a serious Spanish agency can be as affordable as Kolonell and write native Spanish. Kolonell stands out on native English copy, a fixed price and a single project manager, not on an unbeatable price.
Payment is by bank transfer or Wise, 50 % to start, 50 % at delivery. The project manager offers Google Meet calls at a time that suits the school and a written update every week. The team is based in Senegal (GMT), one hour behind Gibraltar in winter and two in summer. Details are on our international website offer.
What budget should you plan over 3 years?
Beyond the build, a school pays for maintenance, the updates each September intake brings, photos and, in Gibraltar, often a Spanish version. The table uses the same maintenance assumption on both sides, since Kolonell maintenance after support is quoted on request.
| Item over 36 months | Gibraltar agency (mid range) | Kolonell Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Website build | 10 000 GBP | 3 900 GBP |
| Maintenance (same assumption) | 100 GBP per month over 33 months, 3 300 GBP | 3 300 GBP, maintenance quoted on request |
| Spanish version of 12 key pages | 900 GBP | Translation supplied or quoted, assumption 900 GBP |
| Half-day photo shoot | 700 GBP | Local photographer booked separately, 700 GBP |
| New school year updates over 3 years | 12 hours at 80 GBP, 960 GBP | Quoted beforehand, assumption 600 GBP |
| Indicative total | 15 860 GBP | 9 400 GBP |
These amounts frame the comparison; they do not predict your invoice. Have every supplier you consult fill in this table.
What does each tier include for a Gibraltar school?
| Item | Starter 2 300 GBP | Growth 3 900 GBP | Premium 6 900 GBP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage pages | Early years and primary grouped | One page per stage and age group | Full structure with detailed curriculum approach |
| Tuition fees | Simple page | Table per stage or fee schedule request | Table, bursaries, sibling discounts |
| Visits and open days | Form | Embedded calendar | Calendar and virtual tour if supplied |
| Admissions software | Link | Integration of the chosen tool | Polished integration; bespoke parent portal quoted on request |
| Bilingual FR/EN site | No | No | Included |
| Support after launch | 3 months | 3 months | 6 months |
What does a school website in Gibraltar need?
Gibraltar has few private schools and strong demand from expatriate families: staff of online gaming, insurance and finance firms, British military and civil service families. Many live on the Spanish side and cross the border every morning; others arrive from the UK mid-year. The site has to answer their practical questions fast.
- The curriculum actually followed: the English national curriculum, a bilingual English and Spanish approach or something else. The site shows only what the school teaches.
- Border logistics: hours, early drop-off, after-school care, practical tips for families living in Spain.
- The calendar: September start, holidays aligned or not with the local calendar, mid-year arrivals.
- A Spanish page for Spanish-speaking families, at least on admissions and fees.
- Teacher recruitment, with practical information on housing and life on the Rock.
On compliance, the facts. Gibraltar applies its own data protection framework (the Gibraltar GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2004 as amended), overseen by the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority. Children's data calls for a minimal form and identified hosting. Every pupil photo requires written parental consent. WCAG 2.2 AA is the reference for accessibility. This is not legal advice.
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Which questions should you ask before signing?
- Who writes the English and Spanish copy, and how many review rounds are planned?
- Will the domain and hosting be in the school's name?
- Are new school year updates quoted in advance or billed by the hour?
- Is the admissions software integrated, or will each enquiry be keyed in again?
- Red flag: a quote that promises numbered enrolment results without knowing the school.
Mini case study
Illustrative example. Elena P., head of a bilingual nursery and primary school of about 180 pupils in Gibraltar, compares three quotes. An agency on the Rock proposes 9 800 GBP, Spanish version included, delivered in 12 weeks. A Sotogrande agency proposes 7 500 EUR, about 6 400 GBP. Kolonell proposes Growth at 3 900 GBP, plus a professional Spanish translation quoted at 800 GBP, so 4 700 GBP.
The gap is 5 100 GBP against the Gibraltar agency and 1 700 GBP against the Spanish agency. Elena picks Kolonell for admissions copy written in native English, while acknowledging the Spanish offer was credible.
FAQ
How much does a private school website cost in Gibraltar in 2026?
Expect a ballpark of 5 000 to 18 000 GBP with a Gibraltar agency and 3 000 to 12 000 EUR with an agency on the Spanish side. Kolonell charges a fixed 2 300, 3 900 or 6 900 GBP.
Is the Spanish version included?
No. It is supplied by the school or quoted separately, often 600 to 1 000 GBP for about ten pages based on translators' published rates. The bilingual FR/EN site is included in Premium.
Can you come and photograph the school?
No, Kolonell does not shoot on site. A local photographer often costs 500 to 900 GBP for a half day.
How quickly is the site live?
In 3 to 4 weeks on Starter and Growth. For a September intake, starting the project before the end of June leaves a comfortable margin.
How do we pay?
By bank transfer or Wise, 50 % at kickoff and 50 % at delivery, so two payments of 1 150 GBP on Starter.
Let's scope your project. Send us your school stages, your fees and the languages your families expect, and we come back with a fixed-price tier and a 3 to 4 week timeline. Request your free quote or see the international offer.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
