Benjamin Franklin International School vs European International School of Barcelona

	B Benjamin Franklin International School Barcelona, Spain	E European International School of Barcelona Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €14,050 - 22,820	Fees / year €6,830 - 14,230
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 6 months - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 720	Pupils 1,500
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1986	Opened 1996
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location BFIS Barcelona is located in Barcelona, Spain, at Martorell i Peña, 9, 08017 Barcelona. The school serves Nursery through Grade 12. It provides a comprehensive American curriculum complemented by the IB MYP and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). Over 63 nationalities are represented at BFIS.	Location Located just 15 km from the centre of Barcelona, EISB is nestled within the Collserola Natural Park. The 14,000 m² campus comprises classrooms, laboratories, dining rooms, an auditorium, a sports hall with pools and a kitchen.
Stages	Stages Nursery through Grade 12 (PK-12)	Stages Nursery & Infant School; Primary School; Secondary School. Post-16 options include National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate (100% English, 100% Spanish, or bilingual) and the American High School Diploma.
School type	School type non-profit International American school in Barcelona	School type Private international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Over 63 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support A learning support team helps students with mild to moderate learning differences. BML Specialists provide targeted English language instruction for bilingual/multilingual learners.	Additional learning support Language & Support Academy
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Three private bus routes serve Primary and Secondary students: Route 1 Puerto Olímpico – Gràcia – Sarrià; Route 2 Plaça Universitat – Les Corts – Sarrià; Route 3 Sant Cugat – Sarrià.	Bus service details The school offers a six-route, free transport service for Infant pupils with Route 1 Sabadell; Route 2 Sant Cugat (Mirasol – Valldoreix – Sant Cugat); Route 3 Terrassa; Route 4 Barcelona; Route 5 Vallès Oriental; Route 6 Barcelona Mar; timetables and routes are designed for comfort, punctuality and safety and are available for regular or occasional use.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Enrollment Fees - Application fee (all grades): EUR 250 (non-refundable). - Matriculation (re-enrollment) fee (individual billing): EUR 1,100 for first child; EUR 1,000 for each additional child (each year; non-refundable). - Matriculation fee (corporate billing): EUR 1,300 for first child; EUR 1,200 for each additional child (each year; non-refundable). - Entrance fee (one-time, new students): Individual billing: EUR 6,000 (non-refundable). For Nursery entrants this Entrance Fee may be paid over two years (50% + 50%). Corporate billing: EUR 6,700 (non-refundable). Entrance Fee payment may be split 50% with Matriculation on acceptance and remaining 50% before the start of the school year. Tuition Fees — Annual and Per-Term (by year group) Note: Annual tuition rates are published below. Per-term amounts shown are calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three (the school calendar for 2026–2027 indicates an academic year running from September to June with the school year arranged across three main parts); per-term figures are rounded to the nearest euro. - Individual billing — Annual / Per term: - Early Childhood (Nursery and Pre-K): Annual EUR 12,950 → Per term EUR 4,317. - Elementary School (Kinder–Grade 5): Annual EUR 17,000 → Per term EUR 5,667. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Annual EUR 18,240 → Per term EUR 6,080. - High School (Grades 9–12): Annual EUR 21,720 → Per term EUR 7,240. - Corporate billing — Annual / Per term: - Early Childhood (Nursery and Pre-K): Annual EUR 16,400 → Per term EUR 5,467. - Elementary School (Kinder–Grade 5): Annual EUR 20,000 → Per term EUR 6,667. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Annual EUR 21,350 → Per term EUR 7,117. - High School (Grades 9–12): Annual EUR 25,430 → Per term EUR 8,477. Optional Services and Other Fees - Lunch (optional): Full-year payment EUR 1,780; monthly payment EUR 188; single lunch ticket EUR 12. (These lunch amounts are listed on the fees information as the previous-year figures and the school indicates 2026–27 prices are to be confirmed.) - School bus (optional): Sample route pricing listed (2025–26 amounts shown; 2026–27 prices TBC): - Routes 1 & 2 Barcelona (round trip): EUR 2,200; one way EUR 1,350. - Route 3 Sant Cugat (round trip): EUR 2,650; one way EUR 1,600. - One-way ticket Barcelona: EUR 8.80; Sant Cugat: EUR 15.50. - IBDP diploma/course/subject fees: Billed directly to families of students enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme. Additional charges for field trips, optional parties, extra-curricular activities, tutoring, and special programs are billed as appropriate. - Tuition insurance (optional): An AXA-offered tuition insurance program is available for an annual premium; premium depends on number and ages of students covered. - Uniform: No school uniform is required. Billing Schedule & Payment Terms - Pre-payment required: Matriculation fees (annual) and Entrance Fees (one-time) must be prepaid for enrollment and re-enrollment; these fees are non-refundable. - Payment frequency: Tuition, lunch, and bus fees may be paid either annually (single payment) or monthly. Monthly payments are due on the 5th of each month. - Late payment handling: The school issues a written notice 30 calendar days after a missed due date; interest/service charges are applied beginning 60 days after the due date and every 30 days thereafter (service charge determined by Banco de España). The school may suspend the student for unpaid fees and may refer uncollected debt to legal counsel. Final confirmation of a space for the following year is subject to settlement of all outstanding financial obligations. Refunds, Penalties & Discounts - Non-refundable fees: Application fee, Matriculation fee, and Entrance fee are non-refundable. - Early departure penalty: Any change of enrollment/length of stay must be communicated in writing before June 1 for the next school year. Changes communicated after May 31 incur an Early Departure Penalty equal to three months' tuition. Matriculation and Entrance Fees remain non-refundable regardless of departure notification. - Discounts: - Early annual tuition payment: 1.5% discount on tuition when paid in full annually. - Sibling discounts on tuition: third child receives 10% reduction; fourth child and thereafter receive 20% reduction. - Entrance fee discounts: 50% for the fourth child and thereafter; 50% for children of BFIS graduates. Application fee discount: BFIS graduate's children receive 100% waiving of the application fee. Boarding - Boarding: BFIS does not operate boarding facilities; students must reside full-time with at least one parent or legal guardian while enrolled. Accepted Payment Methods & Practical Notes - Payment methods for Entrance Fee and first-time Matriculation Fee: online by credit or debit card, or by wire transfer. All other fees (including re-enrollment Matriculation Fee) require direct debit (SEPA). A SEPA direct-debit form is used for recurring payments. - Currency: All published fees are quoted in euros (EUR). (End of fee overview.)	Fee details Application & Registration fees - Enrolment fee (one‑time, payable at first enrolment): EUR 1,000. - Registration / annual renewal of place (charged each year): EUR 390. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term) - The published annual tuition totals by year group are listed below. Per‑term amounts shown are the published annual fee divided by three school terms and rounded to the nearest euro (per‑term figures are a calculation based on the school's annual fee schedule and the school calendar). - Nursery 1 (Nurs.1 / age 1): Annual EUR 6,830 — Per term EUR 2,277. - Nursery 2 (Nurs.2 / age 2): Annual EUR 6,830 — Per term EUR 2,277. - Kindergarten 1 (Kindg.1 / age 3): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983. - Kindergarten 2 (Kindg.2 / age 4): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983. - Kindergarten 3 (Kindg.3 / age 5): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983. - Grade 1: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563. - Grade 2: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563. - Grade 3: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563. - Grade 4: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633. - Grade 5: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633. - Grade 6: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633. - Grade 7: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 8: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 9: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 10: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 11: Annual EUR 14,230 — Per term EUR 4,743. - Grade 12: Annual EUR 14,230 — Per term EUR 4,743. Sibling discounts and concessions - Third sibling: 20% discount off the total fee for that child. - Fourth sibling: 75% discount off the total fee for that child. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's published fee summary shows a one‑time enrolment charge and an annual registration/renewal charge in addition to the annual tuition figures above; the tuition figures are presented as annual totals by year group. The school calendar identifies the academic year structure used when calculating term amounts. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's public programme and campus information; the school operates as a day school on the Sant Cugat campus. Other costs and typical additional charges - The published fee schedule highlights the enrolment and annual registration charges and the annual tuition per year group. Families should expect that some optional or ancillary services (examples commonly found at international schools) — such as school transport, specific extracurricular activities, school books or course materials, exam/assessment fees, or specialised camps — may be charged separately from the annual tuition and registration items. The school lists dedicated pages for school transport and school books as separate services. Refund information - The school's public fee summary distinguishes one‑time enrolment and annual registration items from annual tuition amounts. Specific refund terms for enrolment, registration or tuition (including conditions, deadlines and any refundable portions) are set in the school's enrolment and finance policy documents and the family's enrolment contract. The school's published fee summary identifies the fee lines but the detailed refund and cancellation clauses are defined in the school's contractual paperwork. Fee payment options - The school uses standard admissions and billing platforms (the school lists an OpenApply admissions portal and a ClickEdu parent portal) and provides banking and contact details for administrative queries; accepted payment methods and precise payment channels (for example, bank transfer, card payment, or online payment portals) are specified in the school's finance / enrolment paperwork and invoices. Parents should follow the school's invoicing and payment instructions provided at registration. If you require the figures above presented in a different currency or in a different per‑period breakdown, they were calculated from the school's published annual fee schedule and the school calendar.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements No boarding facilities are available.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement No uniform is required.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The school has a cafeteria, and dietary restrictions are monitored by the nurse and kitchen team.	Food options An in-house kitchen prepares fresh, healthy meals daily, with menus designed by nutritionists and approved by the school nurse. The monthly menu can be accessed via the ClickEdu app, and more than 14 different diets are accommodated to meet individual needs, with a focus on organic, seasonal and local produce. Family meals are available a couple of times per year.
House system	House system —	House system The school has a House Points Programme.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by The Benjamin Franklin Foundation, a not-for-profit educational foundation.	Governance and ownership The school is an independent school. It operates as a private international school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details BFIS provides a comprehensive American curriculum from Nursery to Grade 12, complemented by the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 and the Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades 11–12. The IBDP is a two-year program for Grades 11–12 that emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and intercultural understanding. Students in the IBDP select six courses from Groups 1–6, with at least three at Higher Level, and complete the DP Core (Creativity, Activity and Service; Theory of Knowledge; Extended Essay). BFIS offers college counseling to support local and international university applications. In 2025, IBDP results show 58 total graduates, 57 diploma candidates, a 98% pass rate, and an average score of 35 (highest 45). BFIS is IB-accredited and located in Barcelona (Martorell i Peña, 9, 08017 Barcelona).	Curriculum details Education runs from Nursery through Baccalaureate. A five-language immersion programme features teachers who are native speakers of the languages they teach and covers English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese; language learning is integrated across the years. In Nursery, the curriculum is 50% English, 25% Catalan, and 25% Spanish. In Infant School, English instruction is 80%, with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish. In Primary Year 1, 65% of the curriculum is in English, with French introduced from Primary Year 3; in Secondary Year 1, students choose German or Chinese, completing the five-language immersion by graduation. The upper school offers National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate (100% English, 100% Spanish, or bilingual), and the American High School Diploma. The International Homeroom supports language adaptation for new arrivals and fosters a multicultural environment with students from over 60 countries.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Class size is 20–22 students.	Student teacher ratio 8:1
Exam results	Exam results 2025 IBDP results: 58 total graduates; 57 diploma candidates; 98% pass rate; 81% world pass rate; average DP score 35; highest score 45.	Exam results 100% pass rate
Higher education progression	Higher education progression University acceptances for 2025 include institutions across the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, Ireland, and beyond, with examples such as American University, Boston University, Columbia University, Georgetown University, Loyola Marymount University, Northeastern University, Tufts University, University of Pennsylvania, University of San Diego, Villanova University, Virginia Tech, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, University of Sussex, Imperial College London, University College London, IE University, ESADE, Universidad de Barcelona, Leiden University, Maastricht University, and many others.	Higher education progression —
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 BFIS has Social Emotional Counselors who support students in developing self-awareness, child protection, self-advocacy, self-regulation, communication and conflict resolution. They work with students individually and in small groups and teach age-appropriate SEL and comprehensive sexuality health and wellbeing content. Students are connected with an Advisor or Teacher they meet with daily to support their overall wellbeing. The school runs initiatives such as Child Protection Training, a Peer Mediation Program, a Transitions Program, and Healthy Choices Awareness for Grades 6-12. The Camino mental health walking route and events like Kindness Week, R U OK? Day, Pink Shirt Day, and Mental Health Awareness Month support mental wellbeing.	Social & emotional learning The school focuses on academic, social, and emotional development and has an Educational Psychology Department that provides support to students, families and teachers. The team includes four psychologists and a speech therapist, and there is emphasis on social skills and emotional intelligence as part of the educational approach.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) BFIS is an inclusive school that values diversity and positive responses to every student's learning needs. Learning support helps students with mild to moderate learning differences thrive by providing strategies and extra help. Specialists join classes to assist individual students and small groups and work with teachers to set learning goals. If more specialized assistance is needed, BFIS connects families with outside experts.	Special educational needs (SEN) Special educational needs are supported through the Educational Psychology Department, which provides personalised learning plans and programmes for high abilities and SEN, with tailored curriculum adaptations and ongoing academic, emotional, and social support.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The language of instruction is English. Other language courses are offered, including Spanish, Catalan, and French. BFIS provides targeted English language instruction for students learning English, with BML Specialists co-planning lessons with teachers and providing materials and data-driven support to help learners reach their language goals.	English as an additional language A multilingual curriculum where students learn five languages: English, Spanish, Catalan, French, and German or Chinese. An International Homeroom offers language-adaptation support for newly arrived students who require additional language proficiency in English, Spanish, or Catalan, delivered within school hours in small groups.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing BFIS supports mental wellbeing through a dedicated counseling program that provides SEL/CSHW education and personal support. The counseling team offers individual and group support to promote resilience and coping skills. BFIS Camino provides a walking route for mindfulness and reflection. School-wide initiatives such as Kindness Week, R U OK? Day, Pink Shirt Day, and Mental Health Awareness Month promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma.	Mental wellbeing A dedicated team of four psychologists and a school nurse supports mental wellbeing and provides guidance to families and teachers. Health and wellbeing initiatives include PE4Life and programmes addressing sleep, nutrition, emotional intelligence, relationships, healthy habits, and anxiety regulation.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding BFIS provides safeguarding through Child Protection Training for all students and staff. All students learn how to protect themselves from harm and how to report concerns, and staff are trained in child protection protocols to ensure safe reporting and response.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview BFIS is located in the Sarrià neighborhood of Barcelona and comprises an Elementary School building (inaugurated in 2016) and a Secondary School building (inaugurated in January 2021) that support a student-centered learning environment. In 2026 BFIS will open a new signature Center for Creativity and Innovation, a LEED-certified building that unites Creative Arts, Science, Design, Engineering and Sports. Among its spaces, the center will include a robotics studio, visual art and performance spaces (including a recording studio), an Olympic-sized gymnasium, an outdoor amphitheater, a dedicated playspace, and an additional outdoor court.	Facilities overview Located 15km from the centre of Barcelona, EISB sits within the Collserola Natural Park. The campus spans 14,000m² and includes classrooms, laboratories, dining rooms, an auditorium, a sports hall with pools, and a kitchen. Nursery & Infant School, Primary School and Secondary School operate on the same site. The facilities include a 500-seat theatre and outdoor spaces with playgrounds and outdoor basketball courts. The facilities are climatized with aerothermal energy.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The new Center for Creativity and Innovation includes an Olympic-sized gymnasium, an outdoor amphitheater, a playspace, and an additional outdoor court to support athletic and outdoor activities. The Elementary School grounds feature a sports court for learning and play, complementing the campus's athletic facilities. A rooftop recreational area is part of the Secondary School building, expanding outdoor activity options for students.	Sports facilities The campus includes a football pitch. There is an exclusive indoor sports hall, adapted to the different educational stages. A theatre with 500 seats is on site. Two heated swimming pools are available. Playgrounds and outdoor basketball courts are on the grounds. The extra-curricular offer includes more than 35 different sports and artistic activities, including basketball, football, rhythmic gymnastics, ballet, judo, synchronised swimming, mountain biking, theatre, instrumental music and singing.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Secondary School building (inaugurated January 2021) accommodates more than 440 students in Grades 6 to 12 and features 15 spacious classrooms, two fully-equipped science laboratories, a design lab and makerspace, and a large library media center. The Elementary School building (inaugurated 2016) has 12 classrooms, with the ground floor housing Early Childhood classrooms and the lower level housing the kitchen and cafeteria; it also includes a rooftop patio and three additional patio spaces adjacent to a sports court.	Academic facilities Classrooms and laboratories are on site. Dining rooms, an auditorium, and a kitchen support daily academic life. The campus spans 14,000 m² of built space. Nursery & Infant School, Primary School, and Secondary School operate on the same site.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The Center for Creativity and Innovation provides spaces that support extracurricular activities, including a robotics studio and a recording studio within visual arts and performance spaces, as well as a design lab and makerspace. A rooftop recreational area, outdoor amphitheater, playspace, and library media center contribute to opportunities for arts, design, science, engineering and sports-related activities outside the classroom.	Extra curricular facilities The extra-curricular offer includes more than 35 different sports and artistic activities. Sports clubs include football, basketball, rhythmic gymnastics, judo, pre-deporte, MTB, chess, golf, and a running club. The Swimming Sports Club offers swimming courses and a team, plus artistic swimming and Penguins Academy. The Dance School includes ballet, funky, theatre and musicals, as well as Dance & Cheerleading. The Music School covers initiation and music awareness, instruments, and ukulele and band skills.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History BFIS originated in 1985 when ten Barcelona families envisioned an international American school. In September 1986, BFIS opened with 23 teachers and 150 students spanning PK–12. By 1991 enrollment growth led the Foundation Board to pursue larger facilities. In 2001, long-term Elementary and Middle School modules were added. The school introduced the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in 2011. The first purpose-built Elementary building opened in 2016, and BFIS reached a maximum capacity of 700 students in 2019. The Secondary building opened in 2021, and the Middle Years Programme was introduced in 2023. A rebranding occurred in 2025, and a New Center for Creativity and Innovation is planned for 2026.	History Founded in 1996 by a group of teaching professionals led by the Herranz-Frías family, European International School of Barcelona is an independent, humanist, ecological and international school. It was established to develop a unique, comprehensive and holistic educational project designed for students to grow in all dimensions. The school emphasizes values-based education and aims to educate with and for harmony, coexistence, love, and respect, promoting Europe Without Borders. The campus spans 8,922 m² in Sant Cugat del Vallés and includes a football pitch, a sports hall, indoor practice spaces, a 500-seat theatre, two heated pools, and outdoor basketball facilities, with more than 35 extracurricular activities offered.
Community	Community BFIS emphasizes a caring, interconnected community that includes families, faculty, and alumni. The school hosts a range of events and programs that bring the community together, including seasonal activities and the International Food Fair, as well as maintaining an Alumni network as part of school life.	Community Celebrating diversity: the school thrives as a vibrant, diverse community with students, teachers and families from more than 60 nationalities. Alumni networks and a Families EISB community keep strong ties with the school and one another, reflecting an active, involved culture. The school hosts numerous community events and cultural activities, including Welcome Day, quarterly coffee mornings for new families, Halloween and Carnival celebrations, the Solidarity Concert in December, Infant and Primary festivals, the Baccalaureate graduation, Family Fun Day, and the International Family Fair.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The BFIS Parent and Teacher Association (PTA) is primarily run by parents with input from the school leadership, faculty, and students. The PTA's vision is to create an interconnected community that fosters joy, excellence, lifelong learning, service and school spirit at BFIS. The core goals are to enrich the educational experience, create a welcoming environment for all families, and support BFIS staff. Involvement opportunities include Event Volunteer, Grade Representative, Committee Member, and Board Member. New Families are supported through a Welcome Program with Making Barcelona and BFIS Home seminars, PTA Welcome Coffee, Barcelona Tours, and New Families Whatsapp Chat, along with Country Representatives Chats. The PTA maintains a sample calendar of events, including the International Food Fair and various family activities throughout the year.	Parent teacher association An active families community participates in school life through the Families EISB network. Parents, grandparents, and other relatives are encouraged to engage in events. Throughout the year, the school hosts or supports many activities organized by families. Examples include Welcome Day, quarterly coffee mornings for new families, Halloween and Carnival celebrations, the Solidarity Concert in December, Infant and Primary festivals, the Baccalaureate graduation, Family Fun Day, and the International Family Fair. Alumni stay connected through the growing EISB Alumni network, reinforcing links with the school and families. Family involvement is welcomed and ideas for new activities are encouraged.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Coding & Robotics is offered as an Elementary School after-school activity. Middle School and High School include Robotics as part of their after-school offerings. Co-curricular activities include the High School First Robotics Competition and Middle School First Lego League. In High School, Start-Up Academy and AI & Machine Learning provide advanced opportunities in technology and entrepreneurship.	Academic & intellectual The school is independent with a humanistic, ecological and international approach. It fosters academic and personal growth in an international, family‑oriented environment, preparing students for a globalized world. Academic excellence is supported by Linguistic Immersion, the European Engagement Programme, International Homeroom, and Explore Your Future, along with House Points and the University Acceptances pathway. Inclusionemos and a Community Service Programme underpin inclusive education and social responsibility.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative BFIS offers co-curricular arts after school, including Elementary Musical Theater and Middle School/High School Theater Production. Elementary School provides Performance Art and Musical Theater, while Middle and High School stage Theater Production. Instrumental music is offered after school with options such as piano, guitar, drums, and violin.	Arts & creative Extracurricular activities include Arts & Crafts, Comic Workshop, and Theatre Club. Dance School offers Ballet, Funky, Great Musicals, and Dance & Cheerleading. Music School provides Initiation and music awareness, Instruments, and Ukulele & Band Skills. The Arts also encompass various visual and performing arts through the Art School and Theatre initiatives.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Model United Nations through BFISMUN is a student diplomacy program. BFISMUN holds annual conferences, including BFISMUN 2026. Committees include the Security Council, UNHRC, DISC, ECOSOC, with a middle school General Assembly committee. All committees are conducted in English.	Cultural & language Linguistic immersion supports multilingual learning and the school teaches six languages. The European Engagement Programme broadens cultural exposure and language competencies. International Homeroom and related language initiatives foster cross‑cultural communication.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Elementary after-school activities include Cooking, Chess, and Little Makers, along with instrument lessons in Piano, Guitar, Drums, and Violin. Middle School adds Dungeons & Dragons, Fitness, Swimming, Fencing, and Cheer. High School includes Robotics, Musical Theater, Fencing, and instruments as after-school options.	Social & hobbies Extracurricular activities include football, basketball, rhythmic gymnastics, judo, pre‑deporte, MTB, chess, golf, and running club. Swimming is offered through a dedicated Swimming Sports Club with courses, equipment, and artistic swimming. There are 35+ extracurricular activities available to students.
Community & service	Community & service Eco School initiatives are led by the Going Green Club. The Going Green Club began in 2018 and has about 40 members, mainly from Middle and High School. BFIS earned the Green Flag award from Eco-Schools for environmental work and promotes sustainability through initiatives such as reducing single-use plastics, reducing cafeteria waste, creating rooftop gardens, and promoting recycling.	Community & service Community service is a core element of the school's ethos, with a Community Service Programme guiding student involvement in service activities. The school maintains a broader EISB Community that emphasizes social responsibility and engagement.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Start-Up Academy and AI & Machine Learning are High School co-curricular options that develop technology and entrepreneurial skills.	Leadership & professional Talent Workshops include Leaders of Tomorrow, STEAM, Cooking, and Saturday English Kids Club. The school also offers Explore Your Future and University Acceptances to help students plan their next steps and pathways after graduation.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing BFIS offers team sports across Elementary, Middle School, and High School, including volleyball, basketball, and soccer/futsal. Interscholastic competition includes El Consell, Iberia League, and BISA League, with participation in local and international school leagues.	Lifestyle & wellbeing EISB provides comprehensive support tailored to each student and promotes well‑being through personalised programmes, supported by an Educational Psychology Department. The PE4Life Programme focuses on physical health, while the school vegetable garden and Green School projects emphasize environmental and personal well‑being. The Nutritional Programme and Nurse's Office ensure daily health and wellness support on campus.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the primary language of instruction; Spanish is taught as an additional language, and Hispanic Individuals and Societies is taught in Spanish; all other classes are taught in English. Spanish Language Acquisition Program (SLAC) supports non-native Spanish speakers, with placement based on an initial assessment. Spanish is mandatory for all students, with various levels for Spanish acquisition, and Catalan is offered as a native language but not mandatory for non-Spanish students.	Language provision English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German and Chinese are taught as part of a five-language immersion programme. In Nursery, 50% of instruction is English, 25% Catalan and 25% Spanish; in Infant School, 80% is English with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish; in Primary Year 1, 65% of instruction is English with French introduced from Primary Year 3; in Secondary Year 1, students choose German or Chinese. The International Homeroom Language Adaptation Department provides tailored language support for newly arrived students during school hours in small groups.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the primary language of instruction; Spanish is taught as an additional language, and Hispanic Individuals and Societies is taught in Spanish; all other classes are taught in English.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Linguistic Immersion is a distinctive feature at EISB, with teachers who are native speakers of the languages they teach. Students study up to five languages across their education, culminating in the Baccalaureate. Nursery uses 50% English, 25% Catalan and 25% Spanish; Infant School uses 80% English with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish; Primary Year 1 uses 65% English with French introduced from Primary Year 3; Secondary Year 1 offers a choice of German or Chinese. The International Homeroom Language Adaptation Department provides tailored language support for newly arrived students in small groups during school hours.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations CIS-member; IB; GOA Proud Member; ECIS; MSA-CESS; Ministerio de Educación; Generalitat de Catalunya	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions BFIS has a flexible, rolling admissions process for students aged 3–17 (Early Childhood–IBDP), year-round; siblings are accommodated. The four-step process is: 1. Online Application; 2) Assessments; 3) Review of Application; 4) Enrollment. Step 1: Applications are submitted through OpenApply; a non-refundable 250 Euro fee applies; documents must be original copies with English translations in PDF. Step 1 documents depend on grade; typical items include the Application Form, Health Form, Vaccination Records, Student Passport, Parents' Passports, Student Photo, School Report Cards, and Teacher Questionnaires. Step 2: Assessments vary by grade: Early Childhood includes an in-person observation (30–40 minutes) or video samples; Elementary can include in-person observation or video/work samples; Middle/High requires MAP Math and English and a writing sample; ESL considerations may apply. Assessments do not guarantee a place. Step 3: Admissions decisions are communicated within two weeks after completion of Step 1–2; outcomes include Qualified - Acceptance (space offered on a rolling basis) and Qualified - Waiting List (space offered when available; waitlist positions change). Step 4: Enrollment occurs when space is available; enrollment paperwork includes Enrollment Contracts, SEPA Direct Debit, updated Vaccination/Immunization Records, Doctor Health Form, Parent Health Form, Data Protection Consent, and guardian documentation as required; documents must be PDFs. BFIS may require a legal guardian residing in Spain and related documents (powers of attorney, BFIS Legal Guardian Form).	Admissions 1. Request a visit to learn about EISB's programs. A visit can be requested via the 'Solicitar una visita' button on the Admissions page, which links to the OpenApply portal. This initial step introduces families to the school's environment and offerings. 2. Arrange a personalized interview with the admissions team. A personalized interview is offered to discuss the child's profile and the family's needs; the option to request it appears on the Admissions page. 3. Submit the application for review. Revisión de las solicitudes is part of the admissions process, and the Admissions Team reviews applications. 4. Access the Dossier Informativo for detailed program information. The Dossier Informativo is linked in the Admissions area to provide school details. 5. Review fees and enrollment details. The Cuotas Curso Escolar 2026-2027 section publishes the school's fees and related enrollment information.
Scholarships	Scholarships No scholarships or financial aid are offered at BFIS currently.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist BFIS uses a waiting list when a grade is full. A prioritization sequence determines which qualified students on the waitlist are offered space, and a candidate's position on the waitlist changes as others are added. When a place becomes available, the Admissions Office contacts the family by email.	Waitlist —
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