Highlands School Barcelona vs International School Maresme

	H Highlands School Barcelona Barcelona, Spain	I International School Maresme Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €6,450 - 9,700	Fees / year €7,178 - 11,576
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 572	Pupils 140
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 14
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2019
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Highlands School Barcelona is located in Esplugues de Llobregat, near Barcelona. The address is Carrer de Manuel Florentín, 26, 08950 Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona. The campus comprises about 19,000 m² of facilities with dedicated spaces for each school stage, including a chapel, dining room, library and extensive sports facilities. The surrounding area is a residential neighbourhood with convenient access to the city of Barcelona.	Location Carrer Carles Flotats 14, 08360 Canet de Mar, Barcelona. The school is located in Canet de Mar. The campus sits amid Canet de Mar's natural landscape.
Stages	Stages Infant, Primary, Secondary, and Baccalaureate	Stages MiNi ISM (Foundation Stage); Early Years; Primary (Key Stage 1 and 2); Secondary (Key Stage 3 and 4) with IGCSE; Spanish Curriculum Validation.
School type	School type The school is private, Catholic and international; it is a Cambridge International School with trilingual instruction.	School type British international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 140+ students representing more than 25 nationalities. About 50% international students. Most common nationalities: American, Russian, British, Chinese and Spanish.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning Support is led by qualified SEND practitioners who tailor the curriculum and learning journeys to meet each student's needs. Language support helps students acquire English, with targeted small-group instruction during the initial year. Special needs education is provided in partnership with families and external professionals to maximise inclusion.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation British; follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Catholic	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School day runs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school offers a bus route service with monitors, including full and half routes (morning and/or afternoon). Full route costs 182€ per child per month; half route costs 132€ per child per month; occasional journeys are 10€ per day. Registration is via the route forms and the school provides stops and itineraries.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admission fee - One-time admission/enrolment charge applies in the first year of entry. Example published amount: EUR 1,800 (shown as the one‑time admission fee added to first‑year costs). Tuition fees — annual and instalment detail by year group - Nursery (Nurs.1 and Nurs.2): Annual tuition EUR 6,450. Example instalment breakdown published for Nursery 1: EUR 645 × 10 months (i.e., billed as ten monthly instalments). - Kindergarten (Kindg. 1–3): Annual tuition EUR 8,900. (Annual total shown in published fee schedule.) - Primary (Grades 1–6): Annual tuition EUR 8,930. (Annual total shown in published fee schedule.) - Lower Secondary / Early Secondary (Grades 7–10): Annual tuition EUR 9,250. (Annual total shown in published fee schedule.) - Upper Secondary / Baccalaureate (Grades 11–12): Annual tuition EUR 9,700. (Annual total shown in published fee schedule.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Published examples show tuition presented as an annual fee with the school using instalment billing in practice; the published Nursery example is shown as ten monthly instalments (×10). The fee summaries for other year groups are shown as annual totals in the published schedule. - The school operates a digital admissions/billing portal for registration and invoicing; specific invoice timing and contractual payment terms are set through the school's admissions/billing process. Sibling discounts and additional admission adjustments - Published sibling/discount rules in the fee summary: reduced charges for additional children (examples published include a reduced admission amount for a second/third child and percentage discounts for third/fourth children in schooling). Specific published items: second child/third child admission adjustments and third‑child 30% tuition discount / fourth‑child 100% tuition discount (as shown in the fee summary). Boarding fees (if applicable) - Highlands School Barcelona is operated as a day school with services such as on‑site dining, school transport and extracurricular programmes; no boarding (residential) provision or boarding fees are published. Other costs and routine extras - School transport: Full route (monthly) EUR 182 per child; Half route (monthly) EUR 132 per child; occasional single journey EUR 10/day. These transport fees are shown as monthly charges. - School dining (canteen) is an on‑site paid service; menus and arrangements are operated through the school's catering partner. (Meal plans and costs are managed as a separate service charge.) - Uniforms: Uniforms are supplied via the school's official supplier (Minimum Uniforms); uniform items are purchased separately and prices vary by item/size. - Books, materials and licences: The school publishes a detailed materials and books list with itemised prices for each year (example: Book4All maintenance fee shown as EUR 18; individual book and materials line items listed for 2025–2026). These material/book charges are additional to tuition and are billed per the school's materials programme. - Summer school / holiday programmes and extracurricular activities have separate fees (weekly and per‑activity prices are published where applicable). Refund information - The published fee information shows a one‑time admission/enrolment charge added to first‑year costs. A specific public refund policy for tuition or the enrolment/admission charge is not published in the school's publicly posted admissions summaries and legal notice; contractual refund/withdrawal terms are set out in the school's enrolment/fee agreement. Fee payment options - The school uses a digital admissions/enrolment portal for registration and billing. The school's public pages do not list a definitive, itemised list of accepted payment methods (e.g., exact card types or bank account details). Payment instructions and accepted methods are provided to families through the school's admissions/billing process and invoices. Quick summary (amounts shown as annual tuition totals unless an instalment format is given): - Admission / one‑time enrolment charge (example): EUR 1,800 (first year addition). - Nursery (Nurs.1 / Nurs.2): EUR 6,450 per year — example instalment EUR 645 × 10. - Kindergarten (K1–K3): EUR 8,900 per year. - Primary (Grades 1–6): EUR 8,930 per year. - Lower Secondary (Grades 7–10): EUR 9,250 per year. - Upper Secondary / Baccalaureate (Grades 11–12): EUR 9,700 per year. - Transport: EUR 182/month (full) or EUR 132/month (half); occasional trips EUR 10/day. - Books & materials: itemised lists and prices published for 2025–2026 (examples include specific book and kit prices and a Book4All maintenance fee of EUR 18). If you need the exact instalment amount for a specific year group or the full PDF materials list itemised by course, those are available in the school's published materials and fees documents.	Fee details Application / enrolment fees - Enrolment (one-off at first registration): EUR 650 per student. - Enrolment renewal (annual family fee): EUR 450 per family (charged in March). Tuition fees by year group (annual, per-term and per-month breakdowns) - Early Years (Pre‑Nursery / Nursery): Annual EUR 7,717.50. Monthly (10 payments, September–June): EUR 771.75. Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 2,572.50. - Key Stage 1 (Primary): Annual EUR 8,268.75. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 826.88. Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 2,756.25. - Key Stage 2 (Primary): Annual EUR 9,371.25. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 937.13. Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 3,123.75. - Key Stage 3 (Lower Secondary): Annual EUR 11,576.25. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,157.63. Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 3,858.75. - Key Stage 4 (IGCSE / Upper Secondary): Annual EUR 11,576.25. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,157.63. Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 3,858.75. (Note: the school divides the annual tuition into 10 monthly instalments (September–June) for billing; the per-term figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three to provide a standard per‑term view. This per‑term figure is an arithmetic conversion, not a separately published instalment in the welcome pack.) Billing schedule and payment terms - The published annual tuition is structured for payment as 10 monthly instalments covering September through June (no charge for July and August). Early‑payment discounts are available: a 5% discount when the full annual fee is paid before the end of the previous academic year, or a 3% discount if paid during the summer holidays before the new academic year begins. A 20% sibling discount applies from the third child onwards when siblings are enrolled simultaneously. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school (published school hours: 08:30–16:00). Additional / optional charges and regular ancillary fees - Lunch / catering: - School lunch (catered service): EUR 155 per month (charged over 10 months). - Packed-home lunch option: EUR 25 per month (10 months). - Occasional one‑day menu: EUR 12 per day. - Additional SEN (1:1) support: EUR 350 per month for temporary or permanent individual support (charged monthly). - After‑school care (occasional use, example 4:15–5:15pm): EUR 10 per hour. - Uniform, books and materials: the school lists uniform and books/materials as chargeable items; specific prices vary by item and new‑student packs are referenced in the welcome pack. (Uniform and materials are billed separately to tuition.) - Discounts: 20% discount for the third child onwards (when siblings are simultaneously enrolled). Early‑payment discounts of 5% (paid before the end of the previous academic year) or 3% (paid during the summer before the new year) apply to the annual fee. Refunds and cancellations - The school's welcome pack sets out terms for enrolment, renewals, and other financial conditions. Specific refund and cancellation rules (including any non‑refundability of enrolment or renewal fees and conditions for partial refunds of tuition) are governed by the school's published terms and conditions in the welcome pack. The welcome pack should be consulted for the definitive refund and withdrawal timetable and any associated penalties. Fee payment options - The welcome pack and admissions documentation describe the school's invoicing and instalment structure (10 monthly instalments) and the discount incentives for full annual prepayment. Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, credit/debit card) and any bank details or surcharges are provided in the school's enrolment paperwork and invoice instructions. For billing, the school issues invoices consistent with the 10‑month schedule and with the published early‑payment discount rules. Short note on completeness - The figures above are taken from the school's ISM Welcome Pack for the current academic materials; the welcome pack lists the annual tuition by Key Stage, the enrolment/renewal fees, discounts, and the ancillary charges quoted here. The welcome pack provides full terms and numerical detail; where a per‑term figure was required it has been calculated from the published annual fee (annual ÷ 3) and the published 10‑month monthly instalment (annual ÷ 10) was used for monthly values. The welcome pack contains the school's formal refund and payment‑method details and should be consulted directly for the exact contractual wording and for any itemised charges not reproduced in full above.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Formal uniform requires a long-sleeved polo shirt; lower garments are optional unless chosen, in which case black or dark blue bottoms must be worn. PE/Forest days use ISM t-shirts (long- or short-sleeve) with black or dark blue bottoms; Forest School days allow non-uniform active wear. Beginning February 2025, all students from Early Years to Year 6 must bring an apron for art and other activities, and Nursery to Year 2 will wear the apron at lunchtime.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Dining room serves nutritious, fresh, home-cooked meals. Lunch menus are nutritionally balanced and seasonally varied, with water available throughout the day; the school actively promotes healthy eating.
House system	House system The school has a House System with House Days and friendly competitions to earn points.	House system Each pupil belongs to a House. The House system fosters pride, responsibility, and respect; House Points recognize pupil achievements.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership ISM is a British International School delivering the English National Curriculum. It is recognised by the Generalitat de Catalunya, undergoes regular inspections by competent authorities, is certified by Pearson Edexcel as an Associate Centre enabling iGCSE and A-level examinations, and is a member of EPIC.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Highlands combines the national curriculum with the Cambridge International curriculum from age 3. It is the only Catholic Cambridge International School in Barcelona. English is used from infancy, with the Cambridge curriculum integrated across age groups. The academic offer includes Infant, Primary, Secondary, and Baccalaureate stages. The school holds official language accreditations from Oxford, Cambridge, and DELF. The student–teacher ratio is 7 students per trainer.	Curriculum details ISM's curriculum is organized in five stages: MiNi ISM (Foundation Stage), Early Years, Primary (Key Stage 1–2), and Secondary (Key Stage 3–4). MiNi ISM follows a play-based approach in line with the EYFS framework, with English immersion and weekly storytelling sessions in Catalan and Spanish. The Early Years follow the Early Years Framework, focusing on the seven areas of Learning and Development and promoting social, language and personal development through play. Primary uses the National Curriculum for England; all students study Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Geography, Information Technology, Physical Education, Music, Art, Forest School and Personal, Health and Social Education, with Spanish from Year 1 and Spanish, Catalan and French from Year 2. Secondary offers Key Stage 3 and 4; core subjects include English, Mathematics, Sciences, Geography, History, Art, Music, Computer Studies, Spanish, Catalan, French and Physical Education, with Year 10–11 following the International General Certificate in Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the option to pursue A-levels after IGCSE. There is a Spanish Curriculum Validation path allowing students who complete Years 8–11 and achieve four passes at IGCSE to apply for the Spanish ESO certificate.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 7 students per trainer.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results 100% passed the 2024 PAU. 60% of subjects are taught in English. The school holds three official language accreditations: Oxford, Cambridge, and DELF.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates have been admitted to universities in Spain, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Chile. Spain destinations include Blanquerna – Ramón Llul (La Salle), CEU San Pablo, ESADE, EU Business School Barcelona, Institut Químic de Sarrià, International University of Catalonia (UIC), CEU – Cardenal Herrera, CEU Abat Oliba University, Francisco de Vitoria University, Universidad de Navarra, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, and Pompeu Fabra University. United Kingdom destinations include Lancaster University, University for the Creative Arts in London, and Saint Andrew's University in Edinburgh. United States destinations include Harvard University (Summer Programs). Chile destinations include Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Trips abroad for cultural and curricular enrichment include France, Lisbon, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Visiting lecturers and debating competitions enrich learning. International experiences at prestigious schools in the United States, Ireland, and Switzerland are offered.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Highlands School Barcelona provides comprehensive personal support to students' social and emotional development. Coaching forms a key part of the approach, offering a relationship of mutual support between teacher and student built on respect, dialogue and communication. The motto Know yourself, Accept yourself and Improve yourself guides personal growth, with staff helping students reach their full potential and discover their vocation and life project. Staff accompany students in their growth, supporting talents and addressing difficulties with a student-centered, holistic approach. The wellbeing and personal development provisions are integrated with Catholic formation and the Regnum Christi educational network to nurture responsible, empathetic global citizens.	Social & emotional learning The school prioritizes social and emotional wellbeing as a core part of learning. It fosters a close-knit community where students feel seen, heard, and supported. A Star of the Week award and School Captain roles promote effort, kindness, and respect, reinforcing positive behaviours. Anti-bullying policies are robust, with regular workshops and clear reporting channels, and the Forest School programme supports wellbeing through outdoor learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) ISM's Learning Support department is led by qualified SEND practitioners who shadow the progress of all students from entry. We tailor and design the curriculum and learning journeys so every student can reach their potential. The team collaborates with families, teachers and external professionals to ensure all angles affecting development are addressed. Parents and significant family members participate in interventions to ensure optimum support, inclusion, and development.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school uses English from infancy and follows the Cambridge Curriculum (Cambridge International School). English language development is integrated with the Cambridge framework to support international education. Language learning is a core pillar of the school's international model, with Cambridge Curriculum and global experiences underpinning its approach.	English as an additional language The medium of instruction is English in all year groups. Language support is provided by the Learning Support department and specialist practitioners. Upon arrival, teachers assess each student's language proficiency to determine placement. Students who do not have a strong grasp of English receive targeted attention in small groups during their first year to help catch up and access the curriculum.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through comprehensive personal development. Coaching provides a supportive relationship between staff and students, based on respect and dialogue. The motto Know yourself, Accept yourself and Improve yourself anchors personal growth and vocation development. Staff accompany students in growth, addressing talents and difficulties to foster resilience and self-esteem. The approach is integrated with Catholic formation and Regnum Christi's educational framework to nurture well-rounded, responsible individuals.	Mental wellbeing Student emotional wellbeing is fundamental to academic achievement. UNICEF recognition as a Rights-Respecting Centre reinforces commitment to children's wellbeing. Inclusion & wellbeing covers language support and anti-bullying measures that nurture self-esteem, emotional resilience, positive social relationships and independence. The Forest School programme and other wellbeing initiatives support holistic development.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is addressed through Highlands' Code of Conduct and its risk-prevention framework. There is a Channel of Communication and Complaints for reporting concerns, managed by the Committee of Prevention of Risks Penales. Reports can be submitted by email to compliance.highlands.ba@serviciosrc.es or by mail to the school address, with confidentiality guaranteed and retaliation prohibited. The Code applies to employees, representatives and third parties, and includes health and safety at work, human rights, data protection, and reporting obligations.	Safeguarding ISM is committed to child protection and safeguarding; a Designated Safeguarding Lead oversees safeguarding practices. Anti-bullying policies and reporting channels are in place to protect students. UNICEF recognition as a reference centre for children's rights reinforces the school's safeguarding ethos. The school maintains robust safeguarding policies as part of everyday school life.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Highlands School Barcelona has 19,000 m² of modern facilities for comprehensive education, with separate areas for each school stage. It has 10,000 m² of sports facilities and green areas. The facilities include classrooms with technological equipment, laboratories, an audiovisual room, a library, paddle tennis courts, ping pong tables, a chapel, a dining room and an orchard. The fourth phase of construction will add 1,170 m², including 6 base classrooms, an art classroom, a science lab, and more sports and common spaces. This project will increase the total surface area to 7,500 m², improving classroom integration and the functionality of the educational environment, with sustainability improvements such as efficient HVAC, LED lighting, and photovoltaic panels.	Facilities overview International School Maresme has spaces for learning and outdoor education. The campus includes a library, sensory room, science lab, art room, dining room, and outdoors learning spaces. Sport facilities include a forest area with a treehouse, an outdoor gym, a volleyball field, a football field, and a swimming pool. There are dedicated playgrounds for Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, and Secondary. Additional on-site spaces include a chicken's farm, a Meeting room, and a Teachers' room.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sports facilities cover 10,000 m² of the campus and green areas. Paddle tennis courts and ping pong tables are among the dedicated sport spaces on site.	Sports facilities Sport facilities include a volleyball field, football field, forest area, treehouse, outdoor gym, and swimming pool.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Facilities include classrooms with technological equipment, laboratories, an audiovisual room, and a library. The fourth phase adds an art classroom and a science lab.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a library, sensory room, science lab, art room, and dining room, plus outdoor learning spaces.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities include sports activities, artistic activities, and intellectual activities. Highlands School Barcelona has paddle tennis tournaments and skiing trips; RC Camps and Summer Activities are available. An Extracurricular Activities Catalog and Schedule are provided for signups.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Highlands School Barcelona is a private, Catholic and international school in Esplugues de Llobregat serving students from 1 to 18 years old. It has more than 20 years of experience. It combines a solid academic education with a deep Christian orientation and is a Cambridge International School and an examination centre for English and French. The school is part of Regnum Christi, the Catholic Church's educational work that has promoted schools in 13 countries for 70 years. The fourth phase of construction added 1,170 m² to the campus, and Phase IV was inaugurated on September 23, 2025, expanding facilities such as six base classrooms, an art classroom, a science lab and enhanced sports spaces.	History Established in 2019, International School Maresme is a British international school located in Canet de Mar, Barcelona. It delivers the National Curriculum of England and Wales from Pre-Nursery through Year 11, with all classes taught in English. The campus includes an on-site woodland and a Forest School programme that supports outdoor learning. The school serves a diverse community with over 25 nationalities and around 170 students, and maintains small class sizes with an average of about 12 pupils. The school is UNICEF Rights-Respecting Centre accredited for 2022–2026.
Community	Community Highlands Barcelona fosters a connected community of students, families and alumni and runs an active events programme. RC Camps 2026 are offered for the school community. The school organizes Family Day and celebrates events such as Star of the Week, Father's Day, Mother's Day and Grandparents Day where families, students and teachers share experiences. The House System promotes community and healthy competition, while Show & Tell develops communication and public-speaking skills. Open days invite prospective families to visit and learn about Highlands.	Community ISM fosters a close-knit community with small classes: each year group has a single class averaging 11 pupils (never more than 18), enabling strong teacher–pupil relationships and regular, personalized feedback. The Forest School programme on the on-site woodland supports wellbeing and practical learning, complemented by a values-led, wellbeing-focused environment. The UNICEF Rights-Respecting Centre accreditation (2022–2026) underpins safeguarding and holistic development, while collaboration among teachers, parents and students forms a core aspect of school life.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The PTA plays a vital role in fostering a strong and supportive educational community. Its primary goal is to create a collaborative environment where parents, teachers, and the school administration work together to enrich the educational journey of students.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school emphasizes comprehensive development across knowledge, skills and attitudes for a full life and good coexistence. It encourages creativity, critical thinking and autonomy across scientific, humanistic, physical and artistic areas to support strong academic results and future professional success. This approach underpins students' ability to engage with complex problems and contribute to society.	Academic & intellectual The school delivers the British National Curriculum of England and Wales across all year groups from Early Years to Secondary. Learning by doing is central, with hands-on learning, practical investigations, project‑based work and real‑world applications. Small classes enable personalised education, with an average of about 11 pupils per year group. Critical thinking, communication and emotional education underpin the approach.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative After-school clubs include Arts & Crafts (Year 1 to Year 6), Cooking (Reception to Year 6) and Drama (Year 1 to Year 7). Irish dance and Jiu jitsu are also offered, with Multisports as another option. Cambridge Exam Prep is included as part of the club program. Clubs run from 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm Monday through Thursday and may be led by our teachers or by external providers.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language learning is central to developing global citizens and competitive professionals. The school works with Cambridge International School and supports the internationalization of the center. It offers Experiences Abroad to provide immersive international experiences.	Cultural & language Our multicultural and multilingual environment includes more than 25 nationalities and over 140 students, with international students making up about half the community. The medium of instruction from Early Years to Secondary is English. Multiculturalism and diversity are promoted, fostering respect for different languages and backgrounds. UNICEF recognition as a reference centre for children's rights demonstrates the school's commitment to rights‑respecting practices.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Weekly assemblies celebrate students' achievements and help build a sense of community. The Student Council empowers student ownership and civic engagement. Each House fosters pride, responsibility and respect, contributing to a supportive school culture. After‑school clubs provide hands‑on opportunities in Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Multisports, Drama, Irish dance and Jiu-jitsu.
Community & service	Community & service The school is part of Regnum Christi, a Catholic educational network. Transformation of society is a goal of Highlands Barcelona, guided by a Christian vision of reality where faith and reason are integrated so that students give the best of themselves. The school aims for students to experience God's love and be inspired to transform society according to Gospel values.	Community & service Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) fosters collaboration between families and staff. UNICEF recognition as a reference centre for children's rights underscores the commitment to children's rights. Inclusion and wellbeing are supported through language support and anti-bullying measures.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Coaching provides a mutually supportive relationship between teachers and students to help them reach their full potential. It emphasizes respect, dialogue and communication as a basis for growth and the development of talents. It supports students in discovering their vocation and developing their life project.	Leadership & professional The Student Council provides leadership opportunities for students. The school is led by a Head teacher and Deputy Headteacher, supported by specialist teachers and teaching assistants.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Comprehensive personal support helps students grow in all aspects of life and fosters wellbeing and personal development. The program encourages students to give their best and to cultivate attitudes and skills for a full life in a values-based community. Catholic Formation provides a Christian vision of reality that shapes daily life and learning.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Forest School programme is delivered on-site in the school woodland, supporting wellbeing through outdoor learning. UNICEF recognition and wellbeing initiatives, along with language support, contribute to a safe, inclusive environment. Anti-bullying measures and safeguarding practices support students' overall wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction in many subjects within the Cambridge curriculum, with subjects taught in English at 60%, Spanish at 30% and Catalan at 10%. French is offered as an optional subject from the first year of secondary education, with the DEFL certification available.	Language provision English, Spanish, Catalan and French are taught. English is the language of instruction under the National Curriculum for England and Wales. Spanish is learned from Year 1, and from Year 2 students study Spanish, Catalan and French. In Secondary, students study English, Spanish, Catalan and French as core and additional language subjects, and the school provides a Spanish Curriculum Validation pathway, including the ESO certificate.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school is private, Catholic and trilingual, serving students from 1 to 18 years old. It is a Cambridge International School and an examination centre for English and French. The educational model integrates English, Spanish and Catalan within the Cambridge framework.	Bilingual teaching English is the language of instruction across the curriculum. MiNi ISM is immersed in English all day, with two weekly storytelling sessions in Catalan and Spanish. From Year 1, students learn Spanish; from Year 2, they learn Spanish, Catalan and French. The National Curriculum for England and Wales is delivered across all stages, underpinning English-language instruction throughout the program.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English immersion begins at 50% at age 1, increases to 100% by age 2, and remains at 60% from ages 3 to 5. In primary, 60% of subjects are taught in English, and the same 60% English share continues in secondary. The curriculum includes a Public Speech Programme, theatre and debates to develop language skills.	Immersion programs MiNi ISM is English-immersion all day. Two weekly storytelling sessions are conducted in Catalan and Spanish. From Year 1, students learn Spanish; from Year 2, they study Spanish, Catalan and French. In Secondary, English remains the instruction language, with English, Spanish, Catalan and French taught as language subjects.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 01 First interview with the Family. To learn about the educational project and visit the facilities. This is the first step in Highlands Barcelona's admissions process. 02 Second interview with the Candidate. Interview and tests to get to know the future student and assess his or her school abilities. 03 Registration. Access our digital portal to complete the information, upload the documentation, and digitally sign the enrolment form quickly and securely.	Admissions 1. Personal Interview with the family. The admissions team interviews the family and the student candidate to introduce the school's philosophy and programs and to assess whether the school model fits the student's needs. If the family is abroad, virtual interviews are available. 2. Candidate Assessment. The assessment includes a personal interview with the candidate, an academic transcript or report, and references from the previous school. An entrance test is used when necessary. A trial day or period is recommended to support the transition. If the student has learning difficulties, social-emotional or other specific needs, communicate this to the admissions team at the time of initiating the application. 3. Acceptance and Enrolment. Accepted students must complete additional documentation and pay tuition and other charges before starting. If there is no place after acceptance, the admissions team will work to resolve the situation promptly. Preference will be given to families who already are at school.
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