Institució La Farga vs International School Maresme

	I Institució La Farga Barcelona, Spain	I International School Maresme Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €4,000 - 12,900	Fees / year €7,178 - 11,576
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Boys School	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 1,530	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 Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain. It is situated on Camí de Sant Cugat al Papiol, 36-46. The school is part of the Institució Familiar d'Educació network.	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 Early Childhood Education; Primary Education; Secondary Education; 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 Private school.	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 (Catalonia).	Country affiliation British; follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	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 —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration (matrícula) - Guardería (early years): EUR 375 one-off registration fee. - Infantil, Primaria, ESO (compulsory stages covered under concertado arrangements): no separate registration fee listed (EUR 0). - Bachillerato (upper secondary): EUR 410 one-off registration fee. Tuition (regular school fees) — by year group - Guardería (nursery/early years): EUR 350 per month; equivalent annual figure given as EUR 3,875. Per-term equivalent (three-term academic division) = EUR 1,292 (annual ÷ 3). Per 10-month billing equivalent = EUR 387.50 per month. - Infantil (pre-primary) / Primaria (primary) / ESO (lower secondary): EUR 220 per month; equivalent annual figure given as EUR 2,200. Per-term equivalent (three-term academic division) = EUR 733.33. Per 10-month billing equivalent = EUR 220 per month. - Bachillerato (upper secondary): EUR 650 per month; equivalent annual figure given as EUR 6,910. Per-term equivalent (three-term academic division) = EUR 2,303.33. Per 10-month billing equivalent = EUR 691.00 per month (annual ÷ 10). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's standard practice for spreading the annual charge is to prorate costs into 10 monthly payments across the academic year (commonly used format for academic billing). Use of the 10-month proration is how monthly equivalents above are presented. Late-payment terms, specific instalment due dates, and any applicable administrative late fees are handled under the school's payment policy. Boarding / Residence - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school (no boarding fees apply). Other costs and recurring extras - School lunch (comedor): typical range indicated between EUR 120 and EUR 172 per month depending on options selected; an institutional cost line for La Farga shows EUR 172 per month for lunch in one comparative study. - Material escolar (school materials): an annual cost of approximately EUR 220 is shown as a typical annual materials expense. - Transport (school bus): a typical monthly transport charge is shown around EUR 150 per month. - iPad / new-technology kit (when applicable): an annual technology fee/item is shown in the comparative breakdown at EUR 492 (one-off or annual depending on the provision model). - Insurance and small annual items: typical entries include school insurance and pastoral/psychopedagogical support fees (examples in the school-comparison breakdown include small annual charges such as EUR 73 for insurance). - Uniform / clothing: a specific single annual uniform amount is listed as part of the comprehensive cost breakdown where applicable; the comparative breakdown includes a clothing/uniform line in its totals. Individual uniform prices vary by item and are charged separately. Refunds and cancellations - No centrally published, itemised refund schedule for tuition or registration fees was found in the public fee summaries consulted; refunds and cancellation terms are managed under the school's enrollment and payment policy and typically depend on timing of withdrawal and which specific fees or services were paid. Parents should expect that one-off registration fees and specific service charges (e.g., ordered technology kits, uniform suppliers) may be non-refundable once purchased. Fee payment options - Common payment methods in the documents reviewed include bank transfer and recurring monthly instalments (prorated payments). Credit-card acceptance and direct-debit arrangements are commonly available at similar schools; specific accepted methods (credit card, direct debit, bank transfer, on-line payment portal) are applied according to the school's finance office procedures. Summary of key numbers (examples for quick reference) - Guardería: EUR 350 / month (annual EUR 3,875); registration EUR 375. - Infantil / Primaria / ESO: EUR 220 / month (annual EUR 2,200); registration EUR 0. - Bachillerato: EUR 650 / month (annual EUR 6,910); registration EUR 410. - Comedor (lunch): typical EUR 120–172 / month. Transport: EUR ~150 / month. Material: EUR ~220 / year. Technology kit: EUR ~492 / year. Brief note on coverage: the figures above are extracted from recent comparative fee breakdowns and school-fee summaries for La Farga and present the regular tuition, registration, common ancillary services (lunch, transport, materials, technology) and the standard billing format (10 monthly instalments). Some specific items (exact instalment due dates, precise refund conditions, optional extracurricular pricing, and any targeted discounts or sibling reductions) are determined by the school's current payment policy and enrolment contract and are handled administratively by the school's finance office.	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 policy: School uniform for cycles Initial through Baccalaureate includes a navy blue blazer, medium gray trousers (primary students wear shorts), blue Oxford shirt, navy blue jumper with a pointed collar, navy long socks when wearing shorts, and black dress shoes. If a coat is worn, it should match the blazer and be dark in color. A navy blue LF logo hoodie is available to students and is not part of the sports uniform. Sports uniform includes white socks, athletic shoes, La Farga technical T-shirt, shorts, and a sports bag.	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 —	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 The school is privately owned by Institució Familiar d'Educació and promoted with a cooperative spirit by parents to provide integral education. In September 2001 the centre joined the concert regime established by LODE and LOMCE.	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 Offers Educació Infantil (early childhood), Educació Primària (primary), Educació Secundària (secondary), and Batxillerat (baccalaureate). The teachings imparted at the centre adjust to current legislation and to the curricula of the educational stages the school provides. The centre's mission is to place its pedagogical knowledge and educational experience at the service of families, so that students become integral persons, solidary citizens, and competent professionals, through personalized attention and the promotion of academic excellence in diversity, the pursuit of truth, and the practice of Christian virtues. The vision is to become a humanist and innovative educational institution that contributes to the improvement of society through the comprehensive formation of many families and education professionals. The values are based on Christian humanism: respect for every person, personal integrity with autonomy, responsible use of freedom, and a climate of optimism, trust and collaboration. General objectives include promoting coexistence, educational equity, helping each student relate to themselves, others and the world, and ensuring a firm yet flexible application of norms.	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.
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Exam results	Exam results Batxillerat results in PAU exceed 100% pass rate. In recent years PAU results have surpassed the standard pass rate, indicating strong academic performance.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school accompanies students from early years through to university. Graduates progress to higher education, and PAU results indicate success in university admissions. The centre emphasizes personalized attention to prepare students for higher education.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school recognizes five dimensions in the development of the whole person: physical, intellectual, transcendent, emotional, and social. A prevention-focused Plan for convivencia is central to the educational project, with specific actions addressing all aspects of convivencia. A proactive Convivència Commission leads the plan and ensures regular meetings to monitor progress and share decisions. The general objectives include promoting educational equity and respect for diversity, helping each student relate to themselves, to others, and to the world, and fostering a culture of dialogue and non-violence. A Personal & Family Project and tutor programs support holistic development, with objective setting and reflection involving both students and families, while most activities use thinking routines and cooperative groups to develop emotional and social competencies.	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 Reading activities and materials may be approached in Catalan, Spanish, or English. For example, a class mural or a topic can be treated in knowledge of the environment or a reading can be undertaken in Catalan, Spanish, or English. English is included as one of the language options for classroom reading and discussion.	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 Mediation is used as a preventive strategy in conflict management, with trained mediators involved as needed. There are protocols for serious incidents and for safety, including a bullying prevention and action protocol. The center emphasizes wellbeing through the Convivència plan and explicit routines that promote respect, dialogue, and social-emotional development. Decisions and actions are communicated to families and staff, with visible documentation and regular meetings to support ongoing wellbeing efforts.	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 The school has safeguarding and child-protection procedures, including a protocol for prevention, detection, notification, referral, and coordination of situations of child and adolescent maltreatment with social welfare and the education department. Protocols cover serious incidents and abuse cases, with a disciplinary framework for student behavior and clear steps for interdepartmental coordination to protect students.	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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located in Mira-sol, Sant Cugat del Vallès, at Camí de Sant Cugat al Papiol, 36. It is a private school owned by Institució Familiar d'Educació. It has been promoted with a cooperative spirit by parents to provide students with a comprehensive education. The school offers Infant Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education, and Bachillerato. Since September 2001, the center has been under a government concert regime. The school's mission emphasizes personalized attention to each student and family.	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 Sport facilities include a volleyball field, football field, forest area, treehouse, outdoor gym, and swimming pool.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school offers Educació Infantil (Early Childhood Education), Educació Primària (Primary Education), Educació Secundària (Secondary Education), and Batxillerat (Bachillerato). It is a private center owned by Institució Familiar d'Educació. The curriculum aligns with current Catalan and national legislation and the decrees that establish the curricula. The center has been under a concert regime since September 2001. The school emphasizes personalized attention to students and families as part of its educational model.	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 The convivencia plan promotes participation in complementary activities, extracurricular activities, and educational leisure activities in the surrounding community. It establishes and energizes a convivencia commission to oversee convivencia. It includes safety-oriented protocols such as a protocol for serious incidents with minors, a protocol of prudence and safety for staff, and a protocol for bullying. It outlines annual convivencia objectives and related actions. It provides for weekly communication with families, including meetings with the teaching staff, parent meetings, periodic interviews, and coordination meetings.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Institució La Farga is a private school in Sant Cugat del Vallès. It is owned by the Institució Familiar d'Educació and was established with a cooperative spirit by parents to provide students with an integral education within the law. The center offers Educación Infantil, Educación Primària, Educación Secundària and Batxillerat and has legal personality recognized by law. In September 2001, the school entered the regime of public-concert funding established by the LODE and LOMCE. Approximately 800 families are part of the center, corresponding to about 1,530 students who come from nearby towns and travel to the center with their families, by public transport or school transport.	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 La Farga forms a close educational community in which families, students and staff share a mission of integral education with Christian humanism and personalized attention. The student body comprises about 1,530 students from nearby towns who travel to the center with their families or by public or school transport. There is a strong sense of belonging, evidenced by many alumni enrolling their children and by former staff who continue to work at the school. The community emphasizes convivencia and values aligned with its educational approach.	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 The school has a School Council (Consell Escolar) and an AMPA (Parent Association). The Plan de Convivència outlines family and student involvement through class assemblies, Team Leader meetings, assemblies, celebrations and sports competitions. Parents participate in Reunions de pares and interact with teaching staff, with information channels including a weekly newsletter and email communications. The document describes roles and responsibilities for family participation and coordination to support convivencia. The school promotes a culture of dialogue, peace and non-violence, in line with its values.	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 offers early childhood education, primary education, secondary education, and the baccalaureate program. The school is owned by the Institució Familiar d'Educació and was promoted with a cooperative spirit by parents to provide students with comprehensive education, in line with current legislation and the school's own character. As of September 2001, the center entered the regime of concerts (public funding) established by LODE and LOMCE. Teaching at the center aligns with current legislation and its internal regulations; it has been duly authorized (DOGC 723) and carries code A08025885 in the Department of Education's register, and enjoys legal personality conferred by law.	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 The plan for coexistence and the school's values emphasize a culture of peace and non-violence. It promotes dialogue and mediation as key tools for managing conflicts. It supports inclusion and respect for diversity, fostering a climate of optimism, trust, and collaboration. The center engages all members of the school community in promoting coexistence and the school's climate.	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 used as a daily language of communication across the school, integrated into the curriculum and day-to-day activities. La Farga uses a plurilingual approach to language education. English is not confined to language classes but is used in various contexts, including presentations and conferences.	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 English must be a friendly language and present in daily life. Therefore, at La Farga we have stopped viewing English as a subject and have established English as the natural vehicle for daily communication in the school, across other subjects, in presentations, and in conferences.	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 —	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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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	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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