Agora Sant Cugat International School vs Hamelin-Laie International School

	A Agora Sant Cugat International School Barcelona, Spain	H Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €6,415 - 12,900	Fees / year €11,186 - 15,493
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum)
Pupils	Pupils 862	Pupils 1,300
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1972	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain. The school operates across three campuses in Sant Cugat. Address: Carrer Ferrer i Guàrdia, s/n, Sant Cugat del Vallès, 08174, Barcelona, Spain. Phone: +34 93 590 26 00.	Location The school is located in Montgat, a coastal town just north of Barcelona, Spain. The campus address is 178-180, Ronda 8 de Març, 08390 Montgat, Barcelona. Montgat is about 20 minutes from central Barcelona by road. The campus sits by the Mediterranean Sea with views of the surrounding mountains.
Stages	Stages Infant Education; Primary Education; Secondary Education; National Baccalaureate; International Baccalaureate; International Baccalaureate specialised in Performing Arts; High-performance sport	Stages Early Years 1–5; Primary 6–11; Secondary 12–15; International Baccalaureate 16–18; Nacional Bachillerato 16–18
School type	School type Private international school	School type Private international school with a premium boarding programme
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Over 45 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Guidance and Educational Psychology Department with two child psychologists, two educational psychologists and a speech therapist; personalised attention; Attention to Diversity; psycho-diagnostic assessment; coordination with families and tutors.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Regular day for Infant Education, Primary Education and Secondary Education (1st–3rd): 8:50 a.m. to 4:50 p.m.; Baccalaureate: 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Student care and extended hours available: 07:20–08:20 (paid) and 08:20–08:50 (free); 16:30–17:00 (free) and 17:00–18:00 (paid).	School day structure A typical day includes wellbeing activities and language immersion. Students learn mainly in English, with Spanish and Catalan also taught; up to four languages are studied weekly, including English, Spanish, Catalan, plus French, Chinese, or German.
Bus service details	Bus service details School transport with 11 routes; a dedicated bus monitor for safety.	Bus service details Yes, several bus routes throughout Barcelona to and from the school.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - One-time admission fee (paid at enrolment): Infant 1 & 2: € 400; Infant 3: € 600; Infant 4 through Baccalaureate: € 1,150. - Annual place reservation fee (for 2026–27): € 235 per year. Tuition fees (annual amounts; billed as an annual fee paid in 10 monthly payments) - Infant 1 & 2: € 4,000 per year. - Infant 3 to 5: € 7,250 per year. - Primary: € 9,100 per year. - Secondary 1 & 2: € 10,500 per year. - Secondary 3 & 4: € 11,200 per year. - National Baccalaureate: € 11,650 per year. - International Baccalaureate (Diploma Programme): € 12,900 per year. School lunch (annual project; billed in 10 monthly payments) - Infant 1 & 2 (includes afternoon snack): € 2,180 per year. - Infant 3 to Primary 2 (includes afternoon snack): € 2,490 per year. - Primary 3 to Secondary 3: € 2,390 per year. - Secondary 4 (4 days/week): € 1,920 per year. - Individual day (single lunch): € 16 per day. The School Lunch Service is compulsory from Infant 3 to Secondary 4. Morning & Afternoon student care (billing and rates) - 30 min/day: € 45 per month. - 1 h/day: € 55 per month. - 1.5 h/day: € 65 per month. - 2 h/day: € 78 per month. - Individual hour (ad-hoc): € 13 per hour. Sibling discounts and other discounts - 3rd sibling enrolled: 20% discount on tuition. - 4th sibling enrolled: 50% discount on tuition. - 5th sibling enrolled: 100% discount (no tuition charge). - Early payment discount (prepayment): 2% discount. What the annual tuition fee includes - Official international programme registration (PYP, MYP, DP) — registration fee shown but examination fees are not included. - Educational psychologist and university career guidance services. - Speech therapy evaluation where applicable. - Swimming lessons (Infant I2 to Primary 6) and the music project. - Summer colonies (2 nights) for Infant 3 to Secondary 4, one-day cultural excursions, and school accident insurance. - Morning & afternoon Student Care Service (hours indicated above) and a free afternoon school bus service from Agora Sant Cugat to the two infant campuses for siblings only. Other costs and optional fees - International Home Room (3 sessions/week) is optional; costs are not listed in the published fee schedule and must be confirmed with administration. - Costs for extracurricular activities, extracurricular programmes, specific routes/transport (except for the free sibling afternoon bus noted above), school uniform, special programmes, and certain optional services are not itemised in the published fee schedule and must be confirmed with administration. Boarding - Boarding is available through the Agora Andorra International School programme for international students aged 9–18 (options: full academic year, term, or semester). Specific boarding fees are not included in the Agora Sant Cugat fee schedule and must be confirmed with the boarding provider (Agora Andorra). Billing schedule and payment terms (summary) - Tuition fees and the School Lunch Service are presented as annual amounts and are billed as an annual fee payable in 10 monthly instalments. A small early-payment discount is available (2% for early payment). Monthly rates are shown for the morning & afternoon care service. All stated prices exclude taxes. Refund information - The published tuition fee schedule does not state an explicit refund or cancellation policy for admission, reservation or tuition fees. Refund terms are not itemised in the available fee document and should be confirmed directly with the school administration. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule does not list accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, direct debit). Payment methods and billing instructions are not itemised in the fee document and should be confirmed with the school administration. Note on taxes: all stated prices do not include taxes. Brief summary of missing details found in the published fee material: - The published fee schedule provides precise amounts for admission, annual tuition by year group, lunch fees, student-care rates, sibling discounts and the billing frequency (10 monthly payments), but it does not itemise school uniform costs, specific extracurricular or transport route charges, the school's refund/cancellation terms, or the accepted payment methods. Boarding is offered through Agora Andorra but boarding fees are not included in the Agora Sant Cugat fee schedule. These items are not specified in the published fee document and require direct confirmation with school administration.	Fee details Application / Registration fees - A registration fee (called Registration or Re‑enrolment fee) applies for each student. Amounts by year group: Pre‑Nursery & Maternal: EUR 696; Early Years (Nursery / Reception / Year 1): EUR 696; Primary (Year 2–7): EUR 840; Secondary (Year 8–11): EUR 960; National Bachillerato Year 12 & Year 13: EUR 1,064; IBDP Year 12 & Year 13: EUR 1,291. Registration/renewal for boarding: EUR 2,290. Tuition fees by year group (annual totals and instalments) - Pre‑Nursery 1 & 2 / Maternal 1 & 2 - Monthly instalment option: 11 monthly payments (September–July) of EUR 779 for tuition & afternoon snack (no lunch). - Optional lunch: EUR 199 per month (11 months). - Annual tuition with lunch (total): EUR 11,454. - Early Years (Nursery / Reception / Year 1 / Infantil I3–I5) - Monthly instalment option: 10 monthly payments (September–June) of EUR 850 for tuition & afternoon snack (no lunch). - Optional lunch: EUR 199 per month (10 months). - Annual tuition with lunch (total): EUR 11,186. - Primary (Year 2 to Year 7 / 1º–6º EP) - Monthly instalment option: 10 monthly payments (September–June) of EUR 1,009 tuition. - Lunch & afternoon snack: EUR 199 per month (10 months). - Annual tuition with lunch (total): EUR 12,920. - Secondary (Year 8 to Year 11 / 1º–4º ESO) - Monthly instalment option: 10 monthly payments (September–June) of EUR 1,142 tuition. - Lunch: EUR 199 per month (10 months). - Annual tuition with lunch (total): EUR 14,370. - National Baccalaureate / Bachillerato Nacional - Year 12 (1º): Registration fee EUR 1,064; 10 monthly payments (September–June) of EUR 1,170; annual tuition EUR 12,764. - Year 13 (2º): Registration fee EUR 1,064; 9 monthly payments (September–May) of EUR 1,300; annual tuition EUR 12,764. - International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) - Year 12 (1º IBDP): Registration fee EUR 1,291; 10 monthly payments (September–June) of EUR 1,217 tuition plus EUR 203 per month IBDP complement (10 months); annual tuition EUR 15,491. - Year 13 (2º IBDP): Registration fee EUR 1,291; 9 monthly payments (September–May) of EUR 1,352 tuition plus EUR 226 per month IBDP complement (9 months); annual tuition EUR 15,493. (Exam entry fees are not included in these figures.) Boarding fees (ages 14–18) - Annual boarding charge (September–June, school fees included): EUR 46,982. - Registration / annual registration renewal fee for boarding: EUR 2,290. - Annual total for boarding (including registration/renewal): EUR 49,272. - Boarding security deposit: EUR 3,000 (refundable when a student leaves the boarding programme). Billing schedule and payment terms - Two payment options for tuition: - Annual: single full payment for the year. A 3% discount applies if the full yearly tuition is paid in one single payment before 31 July of the relevant year. - Monthly: instalments due at the beginning of each month (school uses 9, 10 or 11 monthly schedules depending on year group and programme; amounts shown above reflect those options). - Short‑term enrolments (one or two trimesters) require full payment in advance. - Students studying abroad temporarily: registration renewal fee plus a reservation hold of EUR 150 per month while abroad. - Families newly resident in Spain: first year requires payment of the full academic year in advance. Students joining during a calendar month pay the full monthly tuition for that month. Other costs and additional charges - Education & Day Trips Fee: an annual charge (covers educational materials, resources, licences and school day trips); this charge is billed in October. - Exam fees: IBDP examination entry fees are not included in the published IBDP tuition figures and are charged separately when applicable. - Language acquisition classes and Learning Support: supplementary charges may apply where the school requires additional classes for a student. - Before and after school care (monthly): examples — 30 minutes: EUR 44; 1 hr: EUR 79; 1.5 hrs: EUR 91; 2 hrs: EUR 103; 2.5 hrs: EUR 110; drop‑in fee EUR 12 per hour. Before/after school care is charged monthly and covers care from 08:00 to 18:30 where used. - Additional lunch service (individual days): EUR 16 per midday lunch. - School bus service: multiple routes operate with monthly one‑way and return fares; example route prices include EUR 150 one‑way / EUR 205 return for central Barcelona routes (other routes and prices vary by route). Single ride fare example: EUR 15. Sibling discounts - Sibling discounts apply to the monthly tuition fee only: 3 siblings enrolled = 10% discount; 4 siblings = 15%; 5 or more = 20%. Refund information - Boarding security deposit of EUR 3,000 is refundable when the student is no longer enrolled in the boarding programme. Other refundable conditions or refund rules for registration or tuition are not detailed in the published fee schedule; additional charges such as exam fees, uniform, off‑campus activities, or athletic equipment are charged separately and may not be refundable. Fee payment options (scheduling and discounts) - The published fees are organised around two payment schedules: a single annual payment (with a 3% early‑payment discount if paid before 31 July) or monthly instalments (due at the beginning of each month). Specific accepted payment instruments (for example, bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) are not specified in the published tuition document. For planning, fees should be treated as payable either as a single annual sum or as the stated monthly instalments.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is offered through Agora Andorra International School in Andorra for ages 9–18, with options for a full academic year, a term or a semester. The international residence houses up to 50 students and is staffed by school personnel who live with the boarding students and are available 24 hours a day. It sits at an altitude of 1,250 m, about 10 minutes from the ski slopes, and provides multilingual immersion in Spanish, English and French with opportunities to obtain official language certifications. The residence includes a study room, cleaning and laundry services, and meals with lunch and dinner at the school and breakfast and snacks at the residence. It also provides access to high‑performance sports programmes.	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available for 14–18-year-olds and includes 24/7 care with house parents and staff, on-site meals prepared by an in-house chef, single bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, weekly cleaning and laundry, and weekend trips; the boarding house is located near the beach in Montgat.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are compulsory for all pupils; the school runs a shop where uniforms, books and sportswear are sold.	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform; all students wear a uniform daily, except Baccalaureate students. Uniforms are purchased at the school shop.
Food options	Food options Agora Sant Cugat has on‑site canteens with their own kitchens and a gastronomy advisor to support special diets. Three canteens serve the Sant Cugat campuses (with on‑site kitchens for Agora Patufet and Agora Pipo) and menus can be adapted to different ages and dietary needs; the dining programme follows nutritionist guidance and the school holds an Allergy Protection Certificate.	Food options The school cafeteria prepares healthy, freshly cooked lunches on-site with daily vegetarian options. The menu accommodates dairy-free, gluten-free, allergies, and vegetarian/vegan needs, and nutritional information is available.
House system	House system —	House system The school has a House system. Every primary student belongs to one of four Houses – Earth, Wind, Fire, or Water – and participates in inter-house competitions.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a private international school and is part of Globeducate, a network of international schools.	Governance and ownership The school is part of Nord Anglia Education; it joined the Nord Anglia family in 2022.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) authorised; broad and balanced international curriculum; multilingual with English, Spanish and Catalan as working languages; Mandarin Chinese studied until 4th Primary; in 5th Primary students may choose French or German or continue Chinese through to Year 4 of secondary; lessons delivered in English, Spanish and Catalan across stages; IB PYP used as part of the continuum IB World School.	Curriculum details IPC-based Primary Curriculum. Learning is mainly in English with integrated Spanish and Catalan, and students may study French, German, or Chinese. Core subjects include English Language and Literature, Geography, History, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Physical Education and Health, and The Arts. The IPC fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through cross-curricular, theme-based units and project-based teamwork. Secondary education offers two pathways: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or Nacional Bachillerato.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Average class size: Early Years 20; Primary 22; Secondary 24; IBDP and Nacional Bachillerato 15.
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma Programme: 96% of Diploma Programme students pass the examinations; DP average 32/45. The Diploma Programme average is 5.19, equivalent to 8.3 in the PAU General Phase. National Baccalaureate: 100% pass the Selectividad examinations at first sitting; average 7.12/10 in the first call.	Exam results IB Diploma Programme: average score 30 points, with one student reaching 43 points; IBDP pass rate increased by 16% year over year. Nacional Bachillerato: 100% pass rate in 2025; average score 11.024 out of 14; highest score 12.842 out of 14.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Most students opt for the IB Diploma Programme to access universities in Spain and abroad.	Higher education progression IBDP graduates go on to universities including University College London (UCL), University of Edinburgh, Durham University, King's College London, University of Warwick, University of Amsterdam, ESADE, IE University, and La Salle. Nacional Bachillerato graduates also pursue higher education at universities in Spain and internationally.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a Guidance and Educational Psychology Department made up of two child psychologists, two educational psychologists, and a speech therapist. The department guides and advises parents, pupils, and teachers. It provides personalised attention for pupils, with close, individualised monitoring to design plans that support each pupil's growth, including academic and professional guidance and help with study and homework planning. For new pupils, the department supports teachers, families, and pupils during the transition, aiming for wellbeing and a smooth adaptation. Attention to Diversity prevents, identifies, and responds to the main difficulties that pupils may face, including learning difficulties, emotional difficulties, and high abilities, coordinating with families to support each pupil's development. The department collaborates with families to deliver information through Parents' School conferences, debates, and workshops to contribute to the children's comprehensive development.	Social & emotional learning The school focuses on personal, social and emotional growth from the early years. Students become increasingly aware of others, take responsibility for their actions, and share their feelings. They learn to cooperate and build empathy. The bespoke programme is built on six core pillars to support holistic development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school offers a dedicated Attention to Diversity service through the Psycho-pedagogy Department. The service aims to prevent, identify, and respond to the main difficulties pupils may show during their learning. These difficulties include learning difficulties (attention, laterality, reading and writing), emotional difficulties (peer relationships and classroom behaviour), and high abilities (giftedness and precocity). The Psycho-pedagogy Department conducts psycho-diagnostic assessments and coordinates action and monitoring plans with families and tutors. For high-ability pupils, there is a collaboration with the Javier Berché Foundation, providing support and teacher training to optimise skills. The department works with families and teachers to enhance each pupil's skills and monitors progress to ensure individualised support.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The curriculum is multilingual, focusing on achieving complete fluency in English and official languages, and offering Chinese, French and German at various stages. Lessons are delivered in English, Castellano and Catalan at every stage of the curriculum. Language immersion begins in Preschool with English from 0-2 years; from ages 3-5, more English vocabulary and oral comprehension are introduced as part of pre-reading. From P4 to Year 4, pupils study Mandarin Chinese, which can be continued as an extracurricular activity, and in Year 5 pupils choose between French or German. The school is an authorised examinations centre for Trinity College London and the University of Cambridge English Language qualifications, the Goethe Institute for German, the Confucius Institute for Mandarin Chinese, and the DELF for French.	English as an additional language The school teaches primarily in English, with learning opportunities available in Spanish and Catalan.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The natural environment around the campuses supports the practice of sporting activities, helping students develop perseverance, self-improvement, teamwork and cooperation, and enhancing social skills. Sport is an integral part of the curriculum, fostering healthy habits and an active lifestyle to help students become physically and emotionally balanced adults. The psychomotor development of children in the early years supports progress in cognitive, linguistic and social development, and is encouraged through sensory exploration in the infant schools. The school provides weekly swimming sessions for Infant and Primary stages and participates in leagues and events, promoting a broad range of physical activity. The canteen follows nutritionist guidance and can adapt menus for allergies or special diets, with the Allergy Protection Certificate validating food-safety protocols. Outdoor and experiential learning are also promoted as contributors to mental health and wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing During tutor time, students participate in mindfulness activities that boost wellbeing and help them connect with one another.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The three campuses have the S+ Child Safety Certificate, the highest international distinction for infant schools. The Guidance and Educational Psychology Department provides safeguarding-oriented support, guiding and advising parents, pupils and teachers. The department collaborates with families through Parents' School conferences and workshops to contribute to safeguarding and the comprehensive development of pupils. All three campuses hold the S+ Child Safety Certificate, reflecting strong safeguarding standards across facilities and operations.	Safeguarding The school focuses on personal growth and wellbeing, with daily opportunities to grow academically, socially, and emotionally within a safe, inclusive environment.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Agora Sant Cugat sites, together with Agora Patufet Infant School and Agora Pipo Infant School, have educational buildings adapted to the needs of each age group and discipline. The facilities promote a positive atmosphere and help pupils develop holistically, with modern, bright spaces including spacious classrooms, laboratories, computer rooms, playgrounds and a sports centre. The complex includes classrooms and laboratories, sports facilities, the Josep Carreras Auditorium, a library and unique spaces. A new Baccalaureate building opened in September 2025, a 1,959 m² four-storey campus with interactive classrooms, a library, a café and study areas, plus solar panels and climate control.	Facilities overview The school has a campus designed for the future of learning. Completed in 2015 after seven years of planning, the campus offers expansive, bright facilities across four floors with views across the Mediterranean. The school has bespoke music, art, and dance studios and state-of-the-art science, design, and technology labs. The school has a beautiful library and a dedicated chess room. Outdoor spaces include an AstroTurf pitch and a forest garden for active, outdoor learning. The seaside Greek amphitheatre provides a venue for performances and public speaking.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school's facilities cover 13,715 m², enabling a wide range of sporting activities in attractive surroundings. All spaces are equipped for the sports on offer and adapted to pupils' needs. The main objective is to encourage pupils to develop sporting habits, follow the rules and learn the ins-and-outs of each sport, with the help of teachers who specialise in each sport. There are agreements with outside facilities such as CN Rubí swimming pool for swimming and competitions.	Sports facilities The school has an AstroTurf field that supports a range of athletic activities. Outdoor play spaces and a forest garden supplement physical education and wellbeing. There are indoor and outdoor spaces for early years students, designed to build motor skills. The campus provides dedicated spaces for sport and active learning.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Classrooms and laboratories: Infant Education classrooms and dedicated spaces for psychomotricity, music, computer, psycho-pedagogy, unfolding or art; ICT classrooms with digital boards, tablets and netbooks; Technology and Robotics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology laboratories. Josep Carreras Auditorium: a large auditorium with modern technology used for music, conferences, theatre performances and educational events, seating 380 with dressing rooms, a grand piano, projector and sound system. Library: a resource fostering knowledge, reading and curiosity. Unique spaces: a vegetable garden and a weather station for environmental study. A new Baccalaureate building opened in September 2025, a 1,959 m² four-storey facility with interactive classrooms, a library, a café and study areas, plus solar panels and climate control.	Academic facilities The school has a dedicated design and technology lab built to encourage critical thinking through hands-on STEAM learning. The space is equipped with robotics, 3D printers, and interactive screens. The school has biology, chemistry, and physics labs with up-to-date equipment. Interactive technology is integrated into every classroom. The school has a library and dedicated spaces to support research.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Languages: Multilingualism is a distinctive element; Primary to Baccalaureate students can choose from English, German, French, Chinese and Portuguese. Music: a complete programme including musical language, orchestra, band, chamber music, choir, instrument classes, and individual or group singing. Sports: judo, athletics, chess, tennis, indoor football, football, paddle tennis, basketball, rhythmic gymnastics, dance, multi-sports, swimming, ballet in English, volleyball, handball, roller skating and figure skating. Visual and scenic arts: theatre and art in English. Science and technology: robotics, drones and videogames design, Fun science, Kids Brain and Lego Creative Space. Cooking: cooking classes. Academic support: individual and small-group classes, reinforcement, learning-to-learn, reading motivation, reading and writing reinforcement and the use of technology in learning.	Extra curricular facilities The school has a focus on creative and performing arts as a key part of the curriculum. The school has a vibrant music room and art and dance studios for student expression. The seaside Greek amphitheatre is used for performances and public speaking. The school has a dedicated chess room that supports concentration and strategic thinking.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Agora Sant Cugat International School is a private international school with three campuses in Sant Cugat. The first campus, Agora Patufet Infant School, was founded in 1972 in the centre of Sant Cugat del Vallès. In 1989, the second campus Agora Sant Cugat International School opened to provide education from Infant Education to Baccalaureate. The three campuses share the objective of offering quality educational services and promoting ongoing improvement to reach each pupil's maximum potential. It is the second school in Catalonia to offer the International Baccalaureate Continuum (PYP, MYP and DP).	History Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona opened its doors in 1989. It was the first private school in Barcelona to offer learning in English, Spanish, and Catalan. The school is authorised by the Ministry of Education and Culture (MEC) and the International Baccalaureate, and in 2022 joined the Nord Anglia Education family.
Community	Community Agora Sant Cugat International School fosters a family-based community across its campuses, valuing the partnership between families, pupils and teachers. Families are the cornerstone of the pupils' learning process and there is a three-way relationship designed to keep families informed about decisions involving their children. The school hosts community-oriented events such as the II Agora Sant Cugat Solidarity Winter Fair, a charity event that brings families and students together, and participates in Eco-Schools initiatives that have earned a Green Flag for sustainability.	Community Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona is a thriving international community of over 45 nationalities, with students learning in English as well as Spanish and Catalan. The community focuses on personal growth and achievement across age groups and aims to shape open-minded global citizens. As part of Nord Anglia Education, the Hamelin-Laie family connects students with a global network; the school uses a House system (Earth, Wind, Fire, Water) to bring the community together and offers opportunities to exchange with peers and participate in global events. Parents participate in school life, with events such as the annual International Food Fair and Hamelin Diada Day, and opportunities to engage through the Parent Academy; Open Mind Week also involves parents and community members.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association Parents are an active part of school life and contribute to the community through events throughout the year, including the annual International Potluck and Open Mind Week volunteering; the school also hosts the Parent Academy to provide sessions on parenting, education, and supporting children's growth.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Robotics and science activities introduce programming and hands-on inquiry as part of the STEAM offer. In Creative Technology, students explore drones and videogames design; Fun Science covers scientific concepts, and Kids Brain teaches Maths and English using an abacus with Primary pupils. Lego Creative Space introduces the youngest children to these disciplines. The Academic Support service offers individual and small‑group classes, reinforcement in reading and writing, and learning‑to‑learn strategies with technology integration.	Academic & intellectual The school primarily teaches in English, with Spanish and Catalan taught through dedicated classes. A fourth language is offered from primary school. The curriculum blends the Spanish National Curriculum with international elements, and in the upper years students may pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or Nacional Bachillerato. In early years, children learn in an international environment with activities in English, Spanish, and Catalan.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school has a Music School offering a full programme: musical language, orchestra, band, chamber music, combo, choir, instrument classes, and singing. Through arts and performing arts activities, pupils gain sensibility and growth; theatre and art in English are among the options. A broad range of visual and scenic arts activities is offered.	Arts & creative The school provides a music program and a broad range of arts activities. Students learn to play instruments as part of the curriculum, and music features in after-school options such as musical theatre and dance. Primary school offers a rich variety of clubs and activities to pursue creative interests in art and music.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school reinforces multilingualism with a Language School that strengthens the curricular language project. Pupils from Primary to Baccalaureate can study English, German, French, Chinese and Portuguese. International events and exchanges foster intercultural understanding, with activities such as Model United Nations, Academic Olympics, and Global Olympics, and partnerships through Erasmus+ and European Youth Parliament.	Cultural & language Language of instruction is primarily English, with English, Spanish, and Catalan studied across the curriculum. From early years, English, Spanish, and Catalan are taught; from primary onward a fourth language is offered. The IBDP is taught in English, and Nacional Bachillerato is offered in upper secondary.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school offers cooking as an extracurricular activity to develop creativity and nutritional awareness. A broad range of hobbies is available within the programme, including music, sports, languages, robotics, theatre and art. These activities complete the school schedule and help pupils explore personal interests.	Social & hobbies Primary students have access to a rich variety of clubs and activities, including chess from age five. The school hosts student-initiated clubs like HeforShe and Immediate Change, fostering leadership and social involvement. Mindfulness and wellbeing are integrated into tutor time, with weekly personal time and outdoor activities.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Special guests and authors regularly visit to lead talks and workshops that inspire students. Open Mind Week brings parent and community speakers to share experiences and careers, enriching the school community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The International Events programme provides leadership and professional skills development. Student Leadership Summit develops public speaking, communication, and problem‑solving abilities. GYLC, Erasmus+, European Youth Parliament, Model United Nations and MIT Global Teaching Lab projects offer international leadership and collaboration opportunities.	Leadership & professional Secondary students lead morning assemblies in English, Spanish, and Catalan. The school fosters leadership through student-initiated clubs and projects, such as HeforShe and Immediate Change. Specialist teachers support students in developing knowledge across subjects and in leadership and career skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport is an integral part of the curriculum, promoting healthy habits and social skills. The school has extensive facilities and offers weekly swimming and a range of sports and events, including skiing and snowboarding trips, the Bicycle Race against Hunger, and a Sports Day. The canteen provides balanced menus across all campuses and holds an Allergy Protection Certificate to protect pupils with allergies.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is a daily focus, starting with a wellbeing emphasis and activities like Tai-Chi. Physical activity is an important part of the everyday programme, with opportunities for sport and outdoor play. Mindfulness activities are part of tutor time, and weekly personal time gives students space to pursue interests.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Curriculum is multilingual, focusing on achieving complete fluency in English and official languages, and also offering Mandarin Chinese, French and German at various stages. Lessons are delivered in English, Castellano and Catalan at every stage. The school is an authorised examinations centre for Trinity College London and University of Cambridge English Language qualifications, the Goethe Institute for German, the Confucius Institute for Mandarin Chinese, and the “Diplôme d'études in langue française” (DELF) for French. Cultural exchanges and stays complement the language programme with overseas exchanges in England, Wales, Ireland, France, Portugal, Austria, Norway and the USA.	Language provision Languages of instruction are primarily English, with regular use of Spanish and Catalan. Early years languages taught are English, Spanish, and Catalan. Primary and secondary programs teach English, Spanish, Catalan, and additional languages such as French, Chinese, and German. IBDP and Nacional Bachillerato include English, Spanish, Russian, and Chinese.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers a multilingual curriculum with lessons delivered equally in English, Castellano and Catalan at every stage; Mandarin Chinese, French and German are offered at various stages.	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English as the main language of instruction, with Spanish and Catalan used regularly. Early years students learn in English, Spanish, and Catalan. From primary onwards, a fourth language is introduced (French, Chinese, or German). In secondary, languages taught include English, Spanish, Catalan, French, Chinese, and German; in the IBDP and Nacional Bachillerato, English, Spanish, Russian, and Chinese are taught.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English Language Linguistic Immersion begins in Preschool at 0-2 years; from 3-5 years we introduce more vocabulary and oral comprehension in English as part of the pre-reading preparation process (P4 and P5). From P4 until Year 4 of Primary school, pupils study Mandarin Chinese, which can later be continued as an extracurricular activity, and in Year 5 pupils are offered the option of studying either French or German.	Immersion programs Students are exposed to up to four languages each week, with English as the primary language of instruction. They immerse in English while some subjects are taught in Spanish and Catalan. From primary onwards, they can begin study of French, Chinese, or German.
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Admissions	Admissions The school's admission process consists of three steps: Contact, Visit, and Registration. Contact: Families interested in Agora Sant Cugat International School, Agora Pipo Infant School or Agora Patufet Infant School can request information using the form or by calling +34 93 590 26 00 from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Visit: An on-site or virtual visit presents in depth the educational project, the curricular and teaching aspects, and the buildings and facilities of any centre in Sant Cugat. This is the best time to resolve any doubts. Registration: After the formal application for admission, students can take the admission tests according to their stage. Once the tests have been passed, the admissions form is completed and all documentation required for enrolment is received. Complete the application form. Further information includes: brochure, tuition fees, uniforms, school transport, admissions document.	Admissions Step 1 Make an enquiry. Submit our online enquiry form, email, or call us. The admissions team will respond with information about next steps. You can reach us via the enquiry options on the site to begin the process. Step 2 Discover our school. We'd love to show you around our campus. You'll explore our facilities, meet our teachers, and get a feel for our inspiring learning environment. If you can't visit in person, a one-to-one virtual discovery meeting is available. English is the primary language of instruction, with opportunities to learn Spanish and Catalan. Step 3 Submit your application. Next, submit your online application form and supporting documents. If your child is in secondary school, they'll have a personal interview. You'll hear back from our team about the outcome of your application. Step 4 Accept your place. If you've been offered a spot, you'll secure it by paying the registration fee appropriate to your child's grade. You'll receive a notification with the offer details. The admissions team is available to explain how the process will work for you.
Scholarships	Scholarships Sibling Grants exist for Agora Sant Cugat, Patufet and Pipo. The annual fees document lists discounts for additional siblings and an Early Payment Discount of 2%. The table shows discounts for 3rd, 4th and 5th siblings. The Annual Tuition Fee includes Morning and Afternoon Student Care, and a Free Afternoon School Bus Service is available for siblings between Agora Sant Cugat and Agora Pipo & Agora Patufet.	Scholarships —
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