Hamelin-Laie International School vs St. Peter's School Barcelona

	H Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona, Spain	S St. Peter's School Barcelona Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €11,186 - 15,493	Fees / year €11,250 - 22,250
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,300	Pupils 600
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 7
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1964
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	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.	Location The school is located at Eduard Toldrà, 18, 08034 Barcelona, Spain. It is in the city of Barcelona. A safe and dependable bus service operates in partnership with Alianza Travi, with stops across Barcelona city, Sant Cugat and Castelldefels. The service is available from 2 years old, with supervisors on board.
Stages	Stages Early Years 1–5; Primary 6–11; Secondary 12–15; International Baccalaureate 16–18; Nacional Bachillerato 16–18	Stages Nursery; Primary Years Program; Middle Years Program; Diploma Program.
School type	School type Private international school with a premium boarding programme	School type The school is an international IB Continuum school. It offers the IB programs in English across Nursery to Diploma.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Over 45 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, tailoring individual plans and coordinating with teachers and families. It supports emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress. Language Reception offers targeted language support for students who do not have a good knowledge of Spanish, Catalan or English in their first year, helping them join the regular groups.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	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.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Yes, several bus routes throughout Barcelona to and from the school.	Bus service details The School Bus service is run by Alianza Travi and covers the city of Barcelona, Sant Cugat, and Castelldefels. The service is offered from 2 years old onwards, with supervisors on board. Alianza Travi will examine itineraries before the start of each school year to create the finest service for families.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Enrollment fees - EUR 4,500.00 — Enrolment Fee (Standard; non-refundable, one-time). - EUR 7,500.00 — Enrolment Fee (Adaptation; non-refundable, one-time; applied when the school requires an adaptation programme for language or other needs). Annual registration fees and tuition by year group (main academic fees for the 2026/27 school year) - Foundation F1 – F2: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 1,800.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 9,450.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 1,181.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 11,250.00. - Foundation F3 – F5: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 2,320.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 12,180.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 1,522.50 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 14,500.00. - Primary Years Y1 – Y5: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,080.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 16,170.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,021.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 19,250.00. - Middle Years Y6 – Y9: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,400.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 17,850.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,231.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 21,250.00. - PreU / Diploma Y10 – Y12: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,560.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 18,690.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,336.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 22,250.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Initial payment upon acceptance (newly admitted students): payment includes the Enrolment Fee (Standard or Adaptation as applicable) plus 16% of the annual School Fee. - From the second year onwards the annual fee is scheduled as follows: - February (of the previous academic year): 6% of the annual fee. - May (of the previous academic year): 10% of the annual fee. - September to April: the remaining balance is split into 8 monthly instalments (the published tuition figures are presented as an 8-month split). - Tuition is presented as an annual amount and also shown split into 8 monthly instalments; there are no per-term figures published (the school uses the instalment schedule above for invoicing). Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed among the school's services or fee items. School services published include day-school services such as school bus and dining room; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published. Other costs and fees (billed separately or handled by external providers) - Daily meals (lunch and a snack), standard classroom stationery and day trips (non-overnight) are included in the published school fees. - The following are explicitly billed separately or provided by external suppliers and are not included in the annual tuition total: - Overnight travel and annual residential trips. - School uniform (handled by external provider). - Transport services (school bus may be an extra service with its own charge). - Official examination fees (e.g., Cambridge ESOL, DELF, and final IBDP examination fees). - Learning resources and equipment: laptops (required from Year 3 onwards), reading books from Middle Years onwards, and Diploma Programme books. - Official school photos and occasional extra materials for special STEM projects. Refund information - The Enrolment Fee is stated as non-refundable and payable once in a lifetime. - No separate public refund policy for tuition or registration payments is published on the fees page; detailed refund terms for tuition instalments or withdrawals are not listed on the publicly published fee schedule. Fee payment options - The publicly published fee information and schedule do not specify accepted payment methods (e.g., bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) or the exact billing/invoice payment channels on the fee page.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	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.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform; all students wear a uniform daily, except Baccalaureate students. Uniforms are purchased at the school shop.	Uniform requirement The school uniform is required for Nursery to Year 9. Year 10 and Diploma Program students do not wear a uniform. Uniforms can be purchased at Uniformes de Colegio SL, and a Recicole Initiative coordinates uniform exchange fairs throughout the year.
Food options	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.	Food options The school has its own kitchen facilities with menus prepared and supervised by dieticians. Dietary needs can be accommodated with a doctor's note for allergy or illness; the kitchen is run by Saned. Menu options include Nursery Menu, F3–Y5 Menu, F3–Y5 Lact ovo-vegetarian Menu, and Y6–Y12 Menu.
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.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of Nord Anglia Education; it joined the Nord Anglia family in 2022.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details St PETER'S offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum in English from ages 1 to 18, including Pre-IB (ages 1–3), Primary Years Programme (PYP, 3–11), Middle Years Programme (MYP, 11–16), and Diploma Programme (DP, 16–18). The DP is structured around six subject groups and three core components, including Theory of Knowledge, and the Continuum is taught through inquiry-based and concept-based learning with a multilingual approach (English as the main language of instruction; Spanish and Catalan integrated; French also included). In Spain, the IB Diploma is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education as a pathway to university access, and the school provides guidance on converting IB results for Spanish universities when required. The IB Continuum is designed as a coherent pathway from age 1 to 18, beginning with Pre-IB and flowing into PYP, MYP, and DP. The school is the only authorized Barcelona school to offer the IB Continuum in English across all stages.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Average class size: Early Years 20; Primary 22; Secondary 24; IBDP and Nacional Bachillerato 15.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	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.	Exam results In the most recent IB Diploma examination session, the average score was 35.3 points out of 45, the highest score was 44 out of 45, and the pass rate was 100%. Additionally, 75% of students achieved two or more points from the Core components, and 28% were awarded a bilingual diploma; the cohort consisted of 40 students.
Higher education progression	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.	Higher education progression Graduates are admitted to leading universities in Spain and internationally, including Universitat de Barcelona, ESADE Business School, IE University, IQS, La Salle, and, internationally, McGill University, University of Toronto, University of York, King's College London, and other top institutions as listed in the school's university acceptances documentation.
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 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.	Social & emotional learning The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, tailoring individual plans for those who may need it, and making referrals to trusted external services when deemed necessary. In coordination with the Heads of each stage and the school's team of teachers, the department cares for the emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress of our students. It is a priority to support our students, helping them develop as individuals, taking into account their individual educational needs. Begoña Vilar coordinates the Wellbeing Department, leading follow-up of the students in collaboration with the whole team of teachers and families. .
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Psycho-pedagogical support is provided and individual plans are tailored for pupils who may need it, with referrals to trusted external services when necessary. Language Support offers special tuition in smaller groups for students who do not have a high level of Spanish, Catalan or English on arrival, enabling access to regular classes. Learning Support for Language differentiates activities in coordination with the Support Centre, which may provide learning plans and additional support in class or by withdrawing students or groups as required. .
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school teaches primarily in English, with learning opportunities available in Spanish and Catalan.	English as an additional language The main language of instruction is English, but Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages. Chinese is taught as an extracurricular language. Students arriving with lower levels of Spanish, Catalan or English receive special tuition in smaller groups to prepare them for regular classes. .
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing During tutor time, students participate in mindfulness activities that boost wellbeing and help them connect with one another.	Mental wellbeing The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, focusing on emotional well-being and mental health as part of the school's overall support for academic progress. It coordinates with the Heads of each stage and the teaching team to monitor and support students. Begoña Vilar coordinates the Wellbeing Department and leads follow-up with families and teachers. .
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school focuses on personal growth and wellbeing, with daily opportunities to grow academically, socially, and emotionally within a safe, inclusive environment.	Safeguarding Prevention of Bullying is a priority at St Peter's School. There is a zero-tolerance anti-bullying policy and any member of the school community can report suspected bullying via an anonymous form. The Safe and Supportive Environment Policy outlines the anti-bullying protocol, and all reported cases are investigated carefully and confidentially. .
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview St PETER'S SCHOOL Barcelona offers a comprehensive set of facilities across sport, academics, health and student life. The campus features dedicated spaces for science and technology, including Science Labs, Lab06 and a Tech Lab, along with a PYP library and a Resource Centre. Health facilities include a Nurse room and a Multisensorial room. Play spaces include the New Nursery Playground, Middle Playground, a Boat area and the Front Playground. Additional facilities include a School Theatre, Meetings rooms and a Reception, plus a Dining Room to support daily meals. The school is the only one in Catalonia with a science laboratory for children aged 0 to 6 years and the only school in Barcelona to offer the IB Continuum in English across Nursery to Diploma.
Sports facilities	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.	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a volleyball court, a soccer court, a basketball court and an indoor gym.
Academic facilities	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.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a PYP library, a Resource Centre, Lab06, Science Labs, a Tech Lab and a Dining Room.
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities Our Afterschool Hub offers activities designed for students and families to thrive, discover talents and passions, play sport, develop new skills and enjoy themselves. We have also included some activities for adults.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History Founded in 1964, St PETER'S School was the first international school in Barcelona to use English as a first language, to embrace coeducation, and to introduce an innovative curriculum. Today it remains a benchmark in education due to its innovative program, the excellence of its students, the quality of its teachers, and the commitment of its international community. It is the only school in Catalonia offering the full IB Continuum in English across Nursery, Primary, Middle Years and Diploma Program. Forbes magazine ranked St PETER'S as the number 1 school in Spain in its latest ranking. Celebrations marked the school's 60th anniversary, as reported in April 2025.
Community	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.	Community St PETER'S community features ambassadors and class representatives to welcome and integrate families. Parents can volunteer in reading groups and in class activities; there are opportunities to participate in International Day, the Christmas fair, Halloween, and a book fair. Parenting workshops and webinars are offered to support families. Social and cultural events for parents are organized throughout the year to help connect within the community.
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.	Parent teacher association Ambassadors and class representatives support family integration. Volunteer opportunities include involvement in reading groups and classroom activities. Social and cultural events for parents are organized throughout the year to foster engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual Afterschool Hub includes Thinkers Hub providing academic enrichment and problem-solving activities. Examples include chess and robotics. The program is designed to help students develop new skills beyond the classroom.
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative Afterschool Hub offers a Creative Hub with activities in music and the performing arts, including piano and choir, as well as drama and other creative pursuits.
Cultural & language	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.	Cultural & language Language Hub offers Spanish and English for adults, supporting language development within the afterschool program.
Social & hobbies	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.	Social & hobbies Sports Hub and Creative Hub offer sports and recreational activities; examples include basketball, football and judo.
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.	Community & service Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) is part of the Diploma Programme; students undertake volunteering through NGO partnerships and organize non-profit fundraising with teachers and the community.
Leadership & professional	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.	Leadership & professional Career Advising and University Placement are provided through PreU Programs; the Unifrog app helps students explore interests, and university information sessions support college planning. Diploma students may undertake a week-long work placement as part of CAS.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to tailor individual plans and coordinate with teachers and families to promote emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress. Prevention of Bullying emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy with an anonymous reporting channel. Language Reception provides targeted language support for students new to Spanish, Catalan or English.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision English is the instruction language; Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages. Students pursue official language certifications: Cambridge certificates in English; Catalan Level C; Spanish Level C; and DELF B2 in French. The school offers the full IB Continuum in English across all stages, from Nursery to Diploma.
Bilingual teaching	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.	Bilingual teaching The school uses English as the language of instruction across all stages from Nursery to Diploma. A bilingual programme in Spanish and English is offered. Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages, helping students become multilingual.
Immersion programs	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.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions The school has a policy of continuous enrolment, accepting applications and enrolling students throughout the year depending on available seats and the applicant profile. In February and March, the school holds in-person and virtual Open Days. For September admissions, apply by February. The three phases of the admissions procedure are: 1. Personal Interview with the family, where the admissions team interviews the family and student candidate to explain the school philosophy and programs (virtual interviews are available if the family is abroad). 2. Candidate Assessment, based on a personal interview with the candidate, an academic transcript from the previous school and references from the previous school; when necessary, the candidate undertakes an entrance test; learning difficulties or other specific needs should be communicated at the start of the application; fulfilment of these points is required for acceptance. 3. Acceptance and Enrolment, where accepted students complete additional documentation and pay tuition and other payments; if there is no place after acceptance, the admissions team will work to resolve the situation; preference is given to families already at the school and to students with strong references. For inquiries, contact +34 93 204 36 12.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Maria Rosa Culell Scholarship provides scholarships to students who wish to enrol in the IB Diploma Program and complete their baccalaureate at St PETER'S SCHOOL each year. These grants are merit-based and support students with excellent academic and non-academic achievements to ensure access to the two-year IB Diploma Program at St PETER'S SCHOOL. The application period for scholarships begins in November and ends in February.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist —
	View full profile →	View full profile →