Barcelona has one of Europe’s deepest international-school networks, spanning the British, IB, American, French, German, Swiss, Italian and Japanese systems. The directory below lists the main international, bilingual and national-system schools across the city and its metropolitan area.
School directory
- American School of Barcelona
- Benjamin Franklin International School
- St Paul’s School
- St Peter’s School
- St George’s School Barcelona
- St Patrick’s International School
- Kensington School
- Oak House School
- Princess Margaret School
- English School of Barcelona
- Highlands School Barcelona
- Agora Barcelona International School
- Aula Escola Europea
- Colegio Montserrat
- Institut Moisès Broggi
- John Talabot School
- Salesians Sarrià
- Santa Clara International School
- Emilio Sánchez American School
- Lycée Français de Barcelone
- École Française Ferdinand de Lesseps
- Deutsche Schule Barcelona
- Swiss School of Barcelona
- Zürich Schule Barcelona
- Scuola Italiana di Barcellona
- Colegio Japonés de Barcelona
- Colegio Hatikva (Sant Cugat del Vallès)
- Xaloc (l’Hospitalet de Llobregat)
- European International School of Barcelona (Sant Cugat)
- CreaNova School (Sant Cugat)
- Gresol International-American School (Terrassa)
- ISCAT La Garriga
- SEK International School of Catalunya (La Garriga)
- Akua School Barcelona
- Anne Sullivan International School
- Montessori Village Sarrià
- Montessori Kinder Barcelona
- English Academy Santa Claus
- Santa Clara English Kinder
- The Learn Academy (sixth form)
- iCollege Life (online / hybrid)
Looking nearer the coast? See our guides to international schools near Sitges, the Maresme and Girona.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best international schools in Barcelona?
Barcelona has a deep international-school network covering the British curriculum (St Paul’s, St Peter’s, St George’s, Kensington, Oak House), American/IB (American School of Barcelona, Benjamin Franklin International School), and national-system schools (Lycée Français de Barcelone, Deutsche Schule Barcelona, Swiss School of Barcelona, Scuola Italiana). The right choice depends on your preferred curriculum, the languages of instruction and your neighbourhood.
Which curricula are available in Barcelona?
You will find the British curriculum (IGCSE, A-Levels), the International Baccalaureate, the American curriculum, and the French, German, Swiss, Italian and Japanese national systems, alongside bilingual Spanish–English schools.
How do I choose a school in Barcelona?
Check that the school is accredited for your chosen curriculum, the main language of instruction, the commute from your neighbourhood, class sizes and fees, and availability for your child’s year group. Apply early, as the most sought-after schools have waiting lists.
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Curricula, fees and availability vary; confirm details with each school directly.