European International School of Barcelona and La Miranda International School are both in Barcelona, about 9 km apart. Both schools offer American programmes, and La Miranda International School also offers IB. Published annual fees are €6,830 - 14,230 at European International School of Barcelona and €9,750 - 18,790 at La Miranda International School, which puts La Miranda International School roughly 36% higher. European International School of Barcelona takes pupils from 0.5 to 18, and La Miranda International School from 1 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 1,500 and 1,210 pupils. Both keep typical class sizes around 25.
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European International School of Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
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La Miranda International School
Barcelona, Spain
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €6,830 - 14,230 | Fees / year €9,750 - 18,790 |
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Age range
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Age range 6 months - 18 years | Age range 1 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum American Curriculum | Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 1,500 | Pupils 1,210 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 25 | Typical class size 25 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Spanish | Instruction language English, Spanish |
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Opened
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Opened 1996 | Opened 1967 |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service Yes |
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Location
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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. | Location Carrer del Canigó, 15, Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona 08960, Spain. The campus is five minutes from Diagonal and the Rondas and is well-connected to local amenities. A large car park area is available for parents who do not use the school Bus Service, which operates within Barcelona and the surrounding areas. |
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Stages
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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. | Stages Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary divisions, with National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Baccalaureate pathways. |
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School type
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School type Private international school | School type International school offering IB and Spanish National Baccalaureate. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support Language & Support Academy | Additional learning support — |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Spain | Country affiliation Spain |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure — | School day structure The school operates from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. |
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Bus service details
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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. | Bus service details Bus Service operates within Barcelona and the surrounding areas. |
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Fee details
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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. | Fee details Application / enrolment fee (Matrícula anual) - I1 (Infant 1): EUR 990. - I2, I3, I4, I5 (Infant levels): EUR 990 each. - PRI1–PRI6 (Primary): EUR 1,025 each. - PAI2–PAI5 (MYP): EUR 1,155 each. - BAC (Bachillerato national): EUR 1,120. - IB (IB Diploma Programme): EUR 1,790. Tuition fees by year group (monthly and academic-year billing) La Miranda invoices tuition as one annual enrolment fee (matrícula) plus monthly tuition/meal instalments. The published monthly totals (which combine tuition and, where applicable, school meals) for the 2025–26 academic year are: - I1 (Infants): EUR 876 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 8,760 (plus the matrícula). - I2–I5 (Infants): EUR 990 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 9,900 (plus the matrícula). - PRI1–PRI6 (Primary): EUR 1,025 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 10,250 (plus the matrícula). - PAI2–PAI5 (MYP): EUR 1,155 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 11,550 (plus the matrícula). - BAC (Baccalaureate, school meals included): EUR 1,295 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 12,950 (plus the matrícula). - IB (IB Diploma, school meals included): EUR 1,700 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 17,000 (plus the matrícula). Note: the school's published billing structure is one annual enrolment fee plus ten monthly instalments for tuition and meals; the monthly figures above are the published monthly charges and the academic-year totals above are the monthly charge multiplied by ten (the school issues ten monthly instalments). Billing schedule and payment terms - There are a total of eleven instalments per academic year: one enrolment fee (matrícula) and ten monthly tuition/meal instalments. Payments are collected monthly in advance from September to June (receipts are due between the 1st and 5th of each month). - Monthly payments are domiciled to a bank account (direct debit). A charge of EUR 15 is applied for each returned direct debit. - New students pay the full enrolment fee at the time of formalising registration (this payment is non‑refundable). Returning students pay the enrolment fee in two instalments (a reservation payment in April and a second instalment in July); once charged these payments are non‑refundable. - If a family withdraws a student, written notice of three months to the administration is required and fees remain payable during this three‑month notice period. Failure to keep payments current may lead to restriction of re‑registration, withholding of official documents and, after the second unpaid instalment, suspension of the student's enrolment. Boarding / residential provision - Boarding is not applicable. La Miranda operates as a day school; no boarding/residential fees are published. Transport, host service and additional routine charges - School bus service (monthly): Round trip EUR 262; One‑way EUR 180. - Host service (before/after school care) (monthly): Morning & Afternoon EUR 48; Morning or Afternoon EUR 36. The optional extra “+30 min morning” is listed as EUR 58 for round‑trip users and EUR 45 for one‑way users in the published fees table. - Additional paid items that are charged separately (and may be subject to outstanding‑balance restrictions) include official examination fees, excursions/trips, residential camps/colonies, and extracurricular activities. Families with unpaid balances cannot register for these extra paid activities until the account is settled. Uniform, devices and other school‑supplied items - No compulsory uniform fee is listed in the school's published fee sheet for 2025–26. The school's administrative agreement references an iPad policy that families must sign; no device purchase price or compulsory uniform cost is shown on the published fee schedule. Any costs for personal devices, recommended materials or optional school kit would be advised separately by the school. Refund information - The annual enrolment fee (matrícula) is non‑refundable for new entrants once paid. For continuing students the reservation and second instalments of the matrícula are non‑refundable once charged. When a student leaves, three months' written notice is required and fees remain payable for that notice period. These refund and notice rules apply to the published administrative agreements. Fee payment options - The school's administrative agreement specifies that recurring tuition payments are domiciled to a bank account (direct debit). The agreement sets out a EUR 15 charge for each returned direct debit. No credit‑card or alternative online payment methods are specified in the published administrative agreement or the fees sheet. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement — | Uniform requirement All students wear the school uniform from Pre-School to 4th Secondary Education. Uniforms vary by level and include items such as tracksuits, polo shirts, navy skirts or trousers, cardigans, coats, swimsuits, and caps. Uniforms can be purchased through El Corte Inglés (Diagonal and Cornellà) and Rosa García Confecciones. |
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Food options
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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. | Food options Food is prepared on-site and meals are sugar-free, using fresh ingredients. A nutritionist designs balanced menus and accommodates dietary needs, including allergies and intolerances. |
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House system
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House system The school has a House Points Programme. | House system — |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The school is an independent school. It operates as a private international school. | Governance and ownership La Miranda is part of Inspired Education, a global network of premium schools, and is referred to as an Inspired school. Headteacher Debra Gregory joined La Miranda in January 2024. |
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Curriculum details
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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. | Curriculum details La Miranda is an IB World School authorized to deliver the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 11- to 16-year-olds and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) for 16- to 18-year-olds. The DP includes six subject groups and the core components Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay. The DP is taught in Spanish and English. National Baccalaureate is offered with tracks in Science and Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Arts. A Dual Diploma programme provides two simultaneous qualifications: the Community Diploma and the American High School Diploma. La Miranda emphasises multilingualism, offering seven languages including English, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian, with Russian and German integrated through short sessions. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio 8:1 | Student teacher ratio — |
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Exam results
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Exam results 100% pass rate | Exam results PAU 2025 results show a 100% pass rate; the reported average mark is 7.60/10, with a highest mark of 10.14/14 and an overall average of 9.58/10. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression — | Higher education progression One in three Inspired students continues their education at Russell Group and Ivy League universities. Inspired partners with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door to provide university admissions counselling, with preferential rates for Inspired students. The school notes access to universities worldwide, including Cambridge, Institut Français, and the Fundación Instituto Confucio. |
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Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented — | Gifted and talented The Nsouli Scholars Programme provides full scholarships for 50 extraordinary students at Inspired schools. Inspired also partners with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door to support university admissions with preferential rates for Inspired students. |
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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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. | Social & emotional learning The four pillars are Intellectual, Social, Emotional, and Physical. The social pillar recognises that interactions between students play a vital role in personal and emotional development. Inter-personal interactions occur in multiple school settings, including in the classroom and outdoors during sports and extra-curricular activities, to promote cooperation, happiness, and teamwork. During their time at La Miranda, students will learn to hone their mediation, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills to cultivate a harmonious school environment. The emotional pillar supports emotional well-being through age-appropriate methods; mime, mindfulness practices, and the teaching of core values (Esteem, Enthusiasm, and Example). The physical pillar prioritises health and well-being with a varied sports programme and on-site meals that form a menu with organic ingredients. The Pastoral Team and educators provide guidance to meet socio-emotional needs and ensure students feel safe, supported, and accepted. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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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. | Special educational needs (SEN) — |
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English as an additional language
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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. | English as an additional language The multilingual environment is at the heart of our methodology. Since the founding of the school, seven languages are offered to Nursery and Infant School learners. English, Spanish and Catalan are the main languages taught, with French and Mandarin Chinese introduced as second languages. Russian and German are integrated into the curriculum through short sessions. In Primary School, learners prepare for international programmes and undertake language examinations at various stages, including Cambridge Young Learners (CYL), KET, PET, and DELF. In Secondary/Baccalaureate, examinations include PET, CAE, DELF, YCT, and HSK. |
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Mental wellbeing
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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. | Mental wellbeing We believe in supporting the emotional well-being of our students. The emotional pillar provides age-appropriate methods to help students recognise and regulate their emotions. Mime, mindfulness practices, and the teaching of core values (Esteem, Enthusiasm, and Example) are used to foster emotional health. Inter-personal interactions contribute to social and emotional development in classroom, sport, and extracurricular settings. The school prioritises health and well-being with a varied physical education programme and on-site meals. The Pastoral Team and link teachers provide daily guidance to support student well-being. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding Pastoral Team and educators empower students to make the right decisions while feeling safe, supported, and accepted. Link teachers provide ongoing welfare support to students. A dedicated team of psychologists supports student well-being. La Miranda's safeguarding and welfare approach is integrated within its holistic four-pillar model—Intellectual, Social, Emotional, and Physical. The school maintains a nurturing environment with a clear commitment to student safety and well-being. Daily interactions with staff ensure students' socio-emotional needs are addressed. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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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. | Facilities overview The campus comprises 11 buildings on a single site of over 13,500 m², set in an expansive natural landscape with magnificent views. The school is five minutes from Diagonal and the Rondas, with a large car park and a school bus service. There are playground areas for all divisions and modern learning spaces across the campus. Modern facilities include a temperature-controlled pool, a 900 m² sports centre, a 300 m² gymnasium, a psychomotricity gymnasium, a football pitch with artificial turf, a basketball court, natural science laboratories, a technology laboratory, a robotics room, an Atelier (art studio), a music room, and an auditorium with a piano and 360-seat capacity. The campus also houses a video recording room and a library, with a kitchen and canteen to support daily life. |
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Sports facilities
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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. | Sports facilities The school features a temperature-controlled pool (25x12.5 m), a 900 m² sports centre, and a 300 m² gymnasium. A psychomotricity gymnasium supports motor development. Outdoor facilities include a football pitch with artificial turf and a basketball court. |
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Academic facilities
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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. | Academic facilities Natural Science Laboratories and a Technology Laboratory support science and design learning. A Robotics room enables hands-on work in STEM. An Atelier (Art Studio) and a Music room provide spaces for the arts. An Auditorium with piano and 360-seat capacity, a Video recording room, and a Library support performances, media production, research, and study. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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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. | Extra curricular facilities A programme of extra-curricular activities is available, with pursuits ranging from sports and water activities to music, languages, robotics, and more. The Liceu Programme offers music lessons in partnership with the Liceu Conservatory of Music. An extracurricular coordination team—Glen Albó, Juan Carlos Lomeña, and Oscar Lemos—handles activities (beyond@lamiranda.eu). Further details about our extra-curricular provision are available. |
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History
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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. | History The school has almost 60 years of experience in first-class global education. It is located in Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona, on a campus that comprises 11 buildings. It is an Inspired school, part of Inspired Education Group, a global network of premium schools. Inspired was founded by Nadim M. Nsouli. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as part of an IB World School. |
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Community
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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. | Community The school requires a uniform from P1 to 4th Secondary Education to promote equality and a sense of belonging. La Miranda offers a morning and afternoon bus service with fixed routes. The canteen provides on-site meals designed by a nutritionist, with a sugar-free policy and accommodations for allergies and dietary needs. Extra-curricular activities include sports, water activities, music and languages, robotics, and the Liceu Programme in partnership with the Liceu Conservatory of Music, plus a Community Project where Year 6 publish a book to support charity. |
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Parent teacher association
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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. | Parent teacher association — |
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Academic & intellectual
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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. | Academic & intellectual La Miranda is an official IB World School delivering the International Baccalaureate curricula, including the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16 to 18. In Primary School, learners are prepared for study in international programmes, where they obtain accredited diplomas, enabling access to universities worldwide, including Cambridge, Institut Français, and the Confucius Institute Foundation. La Miranda was the first school in Catalonia and Spain to incorporate multilingualism into its methodology as a primary element of its educational approach. Apple has recognised La Miranda as a Distinguished School for adopting a continuous innovative approach to learning, and technology is integrated across the school, including robotics and programming. |
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Arts & creative
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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. | Arts & creative Performing and creative arts are one of the three pillars of Inspired education. The curriculum emphasises innovation across STEAM, including robotics and programming, supported by technology in the Primary, Secondary, and IB divisions. Apple has recognised La Miranda as a Distinguished School for its ongoing innovative approach to learning, which reinforces creativity and the arts. |
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Cultural & language
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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. | Cultural & language Seven languages are offered, including English, Mandarin Chinese and Russian. Three vehicular languages are Castilian (Spanish), Catalan, and English. In Nursery and Infant School, English, Spanish and Catalan are the main languages; French and Mandarin Chinese are introduced as second languages; Russian and German are integrated through short sessions. Primary language programme features Catalan, Spanish, and English, while the secondary language programme features French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian; language examinations include Cambridge Young Learners (CYL), KET, PET, DELF, and YCT in Primary, and PET, CAE, DELF, YCT, and HSK in Secondary. |
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Social & hobbies
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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. | Social & hobbies Inter-personal interactions occur in multiple school settings, including the classroom and outdoors during sports and extra-curricular activities. The function of the social pillar is to acknowledge and encourage projects and opportunities that promote cooperation, happiness, and teamwork. During their time at La Miranda, students will learn to hone mediation, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills to cultivate a harmonious school environment and learn strategies that will benefit them in adulthood. |
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Community & service
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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. | Community & service Community Project: Multi-disciplinary project. Year 6 designed, illustrated, written, edited, published, marketed, and sold a Choose Your Own Adventure book, What's your story?. As an interdisciplinary project, learning areas such as Mathematics, Art & Design, Digital Technology, and languages were integrated. Technology used includes FaceTime, Sketches, Pages and Keynote, GarageBand, Showbie, iMovie, and more. All proceeds from book sales are donated to charity: Ghanas de Vivir. |
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Leadership & professional
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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. | Leadership & professional — |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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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. | Lifestyle & wellbeing The school campus features bespoke, state-of-the-art sports facilities, including a gymnasium and a basketball court, and all students are encouraged to participate in sporting activities. On-site meals are freshly prepared with age-appropriate menus, including accommodations for dietary intolerances and allergies, with menus designed for each age range. |
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Language provision
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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. | Language provision Seven languages are offered: Castilian Spanish, Catalan, English, French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian. The primary language programme features Catalan, Spanish, and English, while the secondary language programme features French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching — | Bilingual teaching The school uses three vehicular languages: Castilian Spanish, Catalan, and English. Students can learn up to seven languages in Infants. The primary language programme features Catalan, Spanish, and English, while the secondary language programme features French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian. |
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Immersion programs
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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. | Immersion programs — |
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Awards
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Awards — | Awards Apple Distinguished School; Inspired School membership (part of Inspired Education Group). |
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Accreditations
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Accreditations — | Accreditations La Miranda is described as an Apple Distinguished School and as part of Inspired Education Group (An Inspired School). The school advertises seven languages in its multilingual environment and its status as an IB World School offering National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Baccalaureate. The campus is located in Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona, with 11 buildings. |
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Admissions
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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. | Admissions Step 1: Submit your contact form and reserve a campus visit. Submit your contact form and reserve a campus visit to begin the admissions process. Admissions are open throughout the academic year. The three-step admissions process ensures that all candidates are treated the same and meet academic and personal requirements. Register now at lamiranda.openapply.com. Step 2: Visit the school to learn about La Miranda and have an interview with our admissions team. Visit the school to learn more about La Miranda and to have an interview with the admissions team. The interview provides an opportunity for mutual discussion of the applicant's background and goals. A campus visit and interview are integral parts of the admissions process. Step 3: Complete the form to finalize the admissions process. Complete the form to finalize the admissions process. This completes the three-step admissions process and ensures the applicant's submission is finalized. The process is designed to ensure consistent evaluation and that academic and personal requirements are met. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships — | Scholarships Nsouli Scholarships: The Nsouli Scholarship Program is a global initiative that makes it possible for 50 extraordinary students to attend any Inspired member school with a full scholarship throughout their schooling. The program aims to empower students academically, athletically, artistically and in extracurricular activities. This generous legacy honors Nadim Nsouli, founder of Inspired in 2013, and scholarships are awarded to students of Lebanese origin. |
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Waitlist
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