Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
60 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
| Most common nationality |
Spanish students make up the largest group, comprising approximately 20% of the student body. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
The ratio is around 1:5, with international students making up the majority of the student population. |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Our school offers language courses in both Spanish and Catalan. |
| Max. number of students per class |
10 |
| Average number of students per class |
8 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Students use our online campus to access learning materials and submit assignments, while professors make use of our digital facilities to deliver presentations and enhance classroom instruction. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Our school welcomes students of all religious and non-religious backgrounds. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
While some students choose to take standardized exams such as the SAT, AP, or TOEFL, all of our students graduate with an accredited U.S. High School Diploma. |
| Results in these examinations |
Our students consistently achieve above-average results. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, but the workload is generally light and manageable. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
There’s no fixed time requirement. Students can manage it at their own pace, but it typically doesn’t take long to complete. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
About 95% of our students go on to pursue higher education, while others choose alternative paths such as professional careers in sports. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes. |
| Learning support offered |
Our faculty members are specially trained to support students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences. Each student receives personalized guidance through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) tailored to their unique needs. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our school offers students the opportunity to take Honors-level core courses, and we collaborate with universities to provide access to dual credit classes, allowing students to earn college credit while still in high school. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
All candidates must complete an admissions process that includes submitting an application form and participating in an interview with the School Director. Non-native English speakers may also be required to take an English proficiency test to ensure readiness for our academic program. |
| Waiting list |
Yes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We offer rolling admissions. Students are welcome to apply at any time throughout the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
| School start time |
The school day begins at 9:00. |
| School finish time |
The school day ends at 14:30. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No. |
| School bus service available |
No. |
| School provided lunches |
No. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No. |
| Uniform required |
No. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer a Cultural Quarter, where each week a student presents their culture and leads an activity to promote global awareness and cross-cultural understanding. Additionally, we have a Book Club that meets weekly to discuss a selected book, encouraging thoughtful dialogue and a fondness for reading. |
| Sports activities included |
Health and Nutrition are offered as elective courses, both of which incorporate physical activity to promote overall well-being and healthy lifestyle habits. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
While we do not have traditional school sports teams, our school partners with elite athletic organizations, and many of our students are dedicated athletes actively pursuing professional careers in their respective sports. |
| Facilities at the school |
Our school features a library accessible to all students. Additionally, our flexible room facilities can be adapted into science labs, theater spaces, or other setups depending on the activity or event. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
While we do not have dedicated sports facilities on campus, we collaborate with several elite sports academies across the Barcelona metropolitan area to support our student-athletes. For leisure, we also offer a table tennis table on campus. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
AESA Prep Academy of Barcelona is an international, American high school that offers grades 9 to 12. Our campus forms part of the AESA International School System, with schools in Texas and online. Our school is accredited worldwide by Cognia (formerly known as AdvancED/SACS) and our core curriculum is approved by the NCAA. Also, the Genralitat of Catalonia has recognized AESA as an international school. The student body at our Barcelona campus is extremely multi-cultural. Students come from all over the globe, creating a truly unique learning environment where our students learn from each other, as well as how to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We maintain a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Our small classes enable faculty to provide individual attention to students and adapt to their needs. Our educational model allows for additional flexibility in the academic schedule of student athletes and performing artists. AESA’s rigorous academics prepare students for success at the university level, whether they plan to go to the USA, Europe, or anywhere around the world. Many of our student athletes seek scholarship opportunities to universities in the US, and we have extensive experience helping students follow this path. |
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