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Below, we have compiled the top 10 British international schools in Barcelona according to our users. However, there are another 9 British schools to choose from in the city (and 56 total international schools.) You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in Barcelona based on your requirements.

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The Olive Tree School

We see that high expectations breed academic excellence. We give all of our pupils a strong sense of independence, optimism and encourage critical thinking. And above all, we inspire an excitement about the world of ideas!
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €9,300
to: €13,600
Reviews
(40 reviews)

St. George Barcelona

We are a private British school in the upper area of Barcelona, offering education for students aged 2 to 18. Our community includes over 60 nationalities, and from day one, students learn in English with highly qualified English teachers in an immersive environment.
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €11,350
to: €21,340
Reviews
(8 reviews)

Best 10 British International Schools in Barcelona

Out of a total of 19 British International Schools in Barcelona (and 56 total International Schools in Barcelona)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

ISCAT International School of Catalunya

The International School of Catalunya (ISCAT), founded in 2007 in La Garriga, Barcelona, is an accredited British International School offering the National Curriculum of England and Wales from Nursery through to Year 13.
Learning at ISCAT, following the British Curriculum with IGCSE at the end of Year 11, and A Levels in Year 13, opens a world of opportunities to study across the UK, Europe and the rest of the world. Integrity, respect and responsibility are the cornerstones on which our students build a future as tolerant, open-minded world citizens and independent thinkers.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €8,436
to: €15,665
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Highlands School Barcelona

Highlands School Barcelona is a private, bilingual, Catholic school with the mission of educating leaders of the future through academic excellence and integral formation, accompanied by personal guidance. It offers Spanish and British education. From early months up to university.
Curriculum
British, Spanish, Catholic
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €7,000
to: €10,000

International School Maresme

International School Maresme is the only British international school in the Maresme region, offering education from Nursery to Year 11. We are a family-oriented school that provides personalized learning, tailored to each student's unique needs. Our exclusive Forest School program promotes holistic development through nature-based learning. We empower every student to reach their full potential.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 16
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €5,115
to: €8,020

The British School of Barcelona

The British School of Barcelona has a well-established and proud reputation for providing great education. Our students leave with excellent academic results, ready to live successful lives.
We achieve this through a combination of academic excellence, giving students more say in their curriculum, our focus on the skills and habits they will need to thrive after BSB, and the best possible personal, social and academic support for every one of our students.
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €8,600
to: €19,650

Oak House School

In the Primary years Oak House is a British School, where the majority of subjects are taught in English. In the Secondary years pupils receive a trilingual education with subjects taught in English, Catalan and Spanish, plus an optional fourth language.
Teaching and learning is stimulating, active and participative. Oak House employs a variety of teaching approaches, including the use of a range of new technologies. Through group work Oak' pupils learn to work cooperatively and use their individual strengths to help them achieve a common goal.
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €10,995
to: €13,409

St. George Barcelona

We are a private British school in the upper area of Barcelona, offering education for students aged 2 to 18. Our community includes over 60 nationalities, and from day one, students learn in English with highly qualified English teachers in an immersive environment.
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €11,350
to: €21,340
Reviews
(8 reviews)

The Olive Tree School

We see that high expectations breed academic excellence. We give all of our pupils a strong sense of independence, optimism and encourage critical thinking. And above all, we inspire an excitement about the world of ideas!
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €9,300
to: €13,600
Reviews
(40 reviews)

English Academy Santa Claus

English Academy Santa Claus is a private family school, with a basis of personalised education. It offers a superior quality of teaching and individualised attention. English Academy Santa Claus follows the evolution of each student personally, keeping track of both their personal and academic development.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 12
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €7,428
to: €9,128

St. Patrick's International School

St. Patrick's International School aims to offer a high-quality level and rigorous teaching system following the British Curriculum in order to challenge each child's potential with a variety of the best methodologies and educational programs in the world and respecting each child's development, character and abilities.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 14
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €9,350
to: €10,450
Reviews
(1 review)

Kensington School

Kensington School is one of the oldest British curriculum schools in the whole of Spain, being founded in 1966, and the values and ethos have changed little in almost fifty years. Kensington School follows a ‘pure’ British curriculum and is able to dedicate all of its curriculum time to subjects within the National Curriculum for England and Wales. Kensington remains very much a family run school, with the founder´s sons – all of whom were educated at Kensington – now ensuring it continues to thrive as a happy, purposeful and dynamic community.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €14,346
to: €19,350
Reviews
(3 reviews)
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Summary

What are the best British international schools in Barcelona?

  1. ISCAT International School of Catalunya
  2. Highlands School Barcelona
  3. International School Maresme
  4. The British School of Barcelona
  5. Oak House School
  6. St. George Barcelona
  7. The Olive Tree School
  8. English Academy Santa Claus
  9. St. Patrick's International School
  10. Kensington School

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56 International Schools in Barcelona

How Many International Schools are there in Barcelona?

There are 56 international schools in Barcelona. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Barcelona?
Curriculum International schools
Spanish 20  
British 19  
IB 18  
American 12  
French 5  
Other 23  

Additionally, there are 4 boarding schools in Barcelona.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 46  
Spanish 22  
Catalan 9  
French 5  
German 3  
Other 3  

Among these, there are 22 bilingual schools in Barcelona.

How Much do International Schools cost in Barcelona?

The average price of international schools in Barcelona is €12,590. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price €5,230
Avg. price €12,590
Max. price €23,212
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
€5,000 to €9,499 8  
€9,500 to €13,999 14  
€14,000 to €18,499 5  
€18,500 to €22,999 4  
€23,000 to €27,499 1  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in Barcelona?

The average class size of international schools in Barcelona is 18.0 students.

Class size
Min. size 6 students
Avg. size 18.0 students
Max. size 25 students
Class Size Number of international schools
5 to 9 5  
10 to 14 3  
15 to 19 10  
20 to 24 12  
25 to 29 4  

How big are the schools in Barcelona (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Barcelona is 669 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 500 22  
501 to 1,000 8  
1,001 to 1,500 6  
1,501 to 2,000 4  
2,001 to 2,500 0  
2,501 to 3,000 1  

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