ISCAT International School of Catalunya vs Oak House School

	I ISCAT International School of Catalunya Barcelona, Spain	O Oak House School Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €8,925 - 13,650	Fees / year €10,995 - 14,495
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 150	Pupils 1,118
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 2007	Opened 1968
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location La Garriga campus in La Garriga, Barcelona, Spain. The main address is Manuel Raspall, 8, 08530 La Garriga, Barcelona. The campus comprises four buildings (Blancafort, Manuel Raspall, Xavier Calls and Caselles) and can accommodate up to 300 students from Nursery to Year 13. It is about 30 minutes from Barcelona city centre and from the Costa Brava beaches; La Garriga is green and safe with a train station nearby for easy access to Barcelona.	Location Sant Pere Claver 12-18, 08017 Barcelona. The school is located in the Sarrià neighbourhood of Barcelona and sits next to the Collserola natural park, facing the Mediterranean.
Stages	Stages From 3 to 18 years (Nursery through Year 13).	Stages Early Years (3-4 years); Primary School (5-11 years); Secondary School (12-16 years); Bachillerato + / International Baccalaureate (16-18 years).
School type	School type British international day school.	School type Private, non-profit school in Barcelona offering British, local and International Baccalaureate education.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is led by qualified SEN practitioners who shadow progress, liaise between students, teachers and parents, and plan and deliver the Emotional Education programme. When ongoing specialised attention is required, ISCAT collaborates with external professionals and a visiting psychologist is available weekly; parents are involved in interventions.	Additional learning support Inclusion & Wellbeing with a dedicated team; safeguarding; inclusive teaching; PSHE; exam accommodations and support for students with additional needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British international school following the National Curriculum of England and Wales.	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Morning: 7.30–8.15 am (Early Morning); 8.30 am start with flexible arrival for Early Years until 9.00 am. Lunch: 12.45–2.00 pm for Early Years; 1.00–2.00 pm for Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 5. Afternoon: 2.00 pm start; 4.00 pm end; after‑school activities until 5.15 pm; after‑school care until 6.00 pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details ISCAT offers school transport with two routes: Mataró Parc Shopping Centre (Mataró) for families on the Maresme coast (about 30 minutes) and Barcelona (Plaza de Alfonso Comín, exit 6, Ronda de Dalt). Public transport options include Renfe Rodalies line R3 to La Garriga (La Garriga train station is about a two‑minute walk from campus) and Sagales bus service from Granollers to La Garriga.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Enrolment Fees - Enrolment fee (one-off): EUR 2,200. - Entrance test fee (for Secondary and A‑Level candidates only): EUR 50. - Sibling discount: third child onward receives 20% discount when siblings are enrolled simultaneously; the third child's enrolment can be free in the enrolment-fee line described. Tuition fees — annual (by age / year group) and termly (calculated) - Early Years (Nursery / Reception, ages 3–5): Annual EUR 8,436. Termly (annual ÷ 3) EUR 2,812.00 (calculated). - Key Stage 1 / Primary (Years 1–6, ages 5–11): Annual EUR 9,039. Termly (annual ÷ 3) EUR 3,013.00 (calculated). - Key Stage 3 (Secondary, Years 7–9, ages 11–14): Annual EUR 10,393. Termly (annual ÷ 3) EUR 3,464.33 (calculated). - Key Stage 4 (GCSE stage, Years 10–11, ages 14–16): Annual EUR 12,803. Termly (annual ÷ 3) EUR 4,267.67 (calculated). - Key Stage 5 (A‑Levels, Years 12–13, ages 16–18): Annual EUR 15,665. Termly (annual ÷ 3) EUR 5,221.67 (calculated). Notes on what the annual tuition includes: - Tuition, school materials, books and school insurance are included in the annual fee for the listed stages; re‑enrolment/pre‑inscription is also listed as included in the fee for the relevant stages. PE activities are specifically listed under some secondary stages. Other recurring costs and optional services - School lunch (monthly): Regular use EUR 200 per month; Occasional use EUR 14 per meal; Packed lunch option EUR 35 (monthly). - Early Morning Care (7:30–8:00): Regular use EUR 65 per month; Occasional use EUR 7 per day. - After‑School Care (16:15–18:00): Regular use EUR 75 per month; Occasional use charged at EUR 6 per 30 minutes. - School transport (monthly by route): typical full monthly charges shown are EUR 180–205 depending on route; occasional single‑journey price EUR 15. Transport must be paid termly, in advance, for full‑service users. Examination and exam‑related charges - GCSE (Year 11) exam fee: EUR 150 per subject. - AS Level (Year 12) exam fee: EUR 195 per subject. - A Level (Year 13) exam fee: EUR 315 per subject. - Additional exam charges: Special access arrangements EUR 35 per subject; re‑mark / re‑sit fees follow the same subject rates above and late entries incur double fees as noted. Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding fees appear in the current school fees document for the fees schedule provided. A historical boarding schedule (Academic Year 2019–20) exists showing examples of boarding charges (for reference only): Registration EUR 1,000; Full boarding (7‑day) EUR 39,500; Weekly boarding (Mon–Fri) EUR 30,000; one‑term option EUR 16,000; refundable deposit EUR 3,000. The current fees document does not list boarding charges. Refund information - The current fees document does not specify any general refund policy for tuition or enrolment. The historical boarding schedule (2019–20) explicitly listed a refundable boarding deposit (EUR 3,000) in that older boarding schedule. No refundable‑fee rules for current tuition or enrolment are specified in the current fees document. Billing schedule and payment terms - The fees document explicitly states that the school transport tariff for regular users must be paid termly, in advance. The fees document does not provide detailed general tuition billing dates, payment‑deadline schedule, or standard late‑payment penalties within the fees pages provided. Fee payment options - The current fees document does not list accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, direct debit, credit card) or specific bank details. Short summary of missing items in the published fees document - The published fees material lists annual tuition by stage, the one‑off enrolment fee, ancillary monthly charges (meals, care, transport) and examination charges, and it specifies that transport is paid termly in advance. The published fees material does not state a detailed tuition billing schedule (specific payment dates or term‑dates for tuition), does not list accepted payment methods, and does not include a general refund policy for tuition/enrolment. Historical boarding fees are available in an older boarding schedule but boarding is not listed in the current fees document.	Fee details Admission / Application fee - One-time admission process fee: EUR 3,500. This fee is paid only when a place is offered and is non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (annual) and instalment amount - Kindergarten (Age 3 – K1): Annual tuition EUR 10,995. Total for the first year of enrolment for a K1 pupil including the one‑time admission fee: EUR 14,495. - Kindergarten (Age 4 – K2): Annual tuition EUR 10,995. - Kindergarten (Age 5 – K3): Annual tuition EUR 10,995. - Grade 1 (Age 6): Annual tuition EUR 11,054. - Grade 2 (Age 7): Annual tuition EUR 11,054. - Grade 3 (Age 8): Annual tuition EUR 11,054. - Grade 4 (Age 9): Annual tuition EUR 11,054. - Grade 5 (Age 10): Annual tuition EUR 11,054. - Grade 6 (Age 11): Annual tuition EUR 11,054. - Grade 7 (Age 12): Annual tuition EUR 11,567. - Grade 8 (Age 13): Annual tuition EUR 11,567. - Grade 9 (Age 14): Annual tuition EUR 11,272. - Grade 10 (Age 15): Annual tuition EUR 11,272. - Grade 11 (Age 16): Annual tuition EUR 13,409. - Grade 12 (Age 17): Annual tuition EUR 13,409. - Instalment (billing) detail: Tuition fees are annual and are normally paid in 11 equal instalments. The first instalment is taken in July and the remaining ten instalments are taken from September through June. To calculate the typical monthly instalment, divide the annual tuition above by 11 (for example, Kindergarten annual tuition EUR 10,995 ÷ 11 = EUR 999.55 per instalment). Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing schedule: Annual fees are invoiced on an 11‑instalment schedule (first payment in July; subsequent payments September–June). There is a prompt annual payment discount when the annual tuition is paid by bank transfer before the start of the academic year. - Payment terms: The school requires the admission process fee to be paid when a place is offered. Annual insurance is included in the July instalment. Specific invoice due dates follow the 11‑instalment calendar above. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. Oak House School operates as a day school for ages 3–18. No boarding fees apply. Other costs and recurring charges - Mandatory annual school insurance: charged annually and included in the July instalment. Typical options shown are for insurance covering one parent (EUR 165.95) or both parents (EUR 272.65). - Included in tuition (no extra charge): lunch service (compulsory), wrap‑around care from 08:00–09:00 and 16:20–18:15, day trips and excursions (not overnight), and official first‑sitting exam fees (Cambridge, Instituto Francés, Goethe Institut, IGCSE, IB DP, EBAU within established timing). - Not included (additional costs billed separately or paid directly by families): uniforms; bus service; extracurricular activities; AFA annual membership (EUR 15 per year, per family); yearbook (EUR 38 per year, per family); school materials (varies by year group); overnight excursions and trips; certain university application services. The school lists the annual insurance amounts above separately (EUR 165.95 or EUR 272.65). Refund information - The one‑time admission process fee (EUR 3,500) is non‑refundable. No full public refund schedule for tuition instalments or other fees is published alongside the fee summary. Fee payment options - Bank transfer is used for prompt annual payments (a prompt‑payment discount is offered for payments received by bank transfer before the start of the academic year). Specific additional payment channels (for example, credit card acceptance) are not specified in the published fee summary. Summary of material not published in the fee statements reviewed - The school's published fee information does not include a separate three‑term (Autumn/Spring/Summer) fee breakdown; fees are presented as annual amounts with an 11‑instalment billing schedule. The published materials do not include a detailed, public refund policy for tuition beyond the stated non‑refundability of the admission process fee, nor do they list all accepted payment methods beyond bank transfer for prompt payment.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is offered with the following options (Academic Year 2019-2020): 7-day week boarding 39,500 €, Weekly Boarding (Mon–Fri) 30,000 €, and a 1-term option 16,000 €. Registration 1,000 €, Deposit 3,000 €. Extras are not included (excursions, extracurricular activities and afternoon & weekend clubs).	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement ISCAT has implemented a dress code. All students up to Key Stage 3 must wear school uniform. Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 do not have to wear a uniform but must follow the dress code. The uniform is supplied by Minime Uniformes.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The school dining room service is available to all students. There are two dining rooms: one for Early Years and Key Stage 1, and another for Primary and Secondary. Students may use the school catered lunch service or bring a packed lunch. Menus are prepared by a local La Garriga catering company and supervised by a dietician; special menus are available for dietary requirements. Lunchtime supervision is provided by staff. The monthly menu is available on the intranet. Use of the dining room is charged monthly and is not included in tuition; occasional lunches may be paid on the day; a small charge may apply for those bringing packed lunches.	Food options Lunch service is provided and compulsory for all students.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Oak House School is a private non-profit Foundation. The Board of Governors consists of seven parents elected for five years by the whole-school parent body. The Board performs the governance functions for the Foundation, actively participating in strategic planning and school management.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The International School of Catalunya follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales from Early Years through to A-Levels. Year 10 Secondary students (aged about 15-16) take IGCSE examinations. A-Levels are a two-year programme preparing students for university. Official exams include SATs, I/GCSE, and International A-Levels. The Early Years Foundation Stage begins in Reception (3-5 years) and Primary education starts in Key Stage 1; Secondary begins in Key Stage 3 (Year 7-9) and continues to Key Stage 4 (Year 10-11).	Curriculum details Primary is taught in English, Spanish and Catalan; the primary curriculum covers sciences, computer science, history, geography, drama, arts, music, PSHE and physical education. It meets the English National Curriculum standards and prepares pupils to transition to the Secondary's tri-lingual system. Secondary is officially a Catalan school with a tri-lingual system; in 1st ESO a fourth language is introduced (French or German) and a fifth language is coding. The aim is to master English, Spanish and Catalan at native level, and at age 16 students sit Cambridge IGCSE/GCSE exams. Post-16 options include Bachillerato Nacional and the International Diploma Programme (IB). The Enriched Curriculum includes An Oracy School, Library & Literature, Mathematics; Arts (Music, Art, Drama); Duke of Edinburgh; CAS (for IB students); Debate and MUN; Work Experience.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IB Diploma Programme results 2024-2025: 44/45 points; 97% pass rate; average IB Diploma score 36 points; Diploma Subject Grade average 5.7/7. Bachillerato (2024-2025): 100% pass rate; average 7.21/10; 33% of students scored above 8/10; two students achieved 13.72/14 and 13.28/14; one student received the Premi Generalitat.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression 100% of Oak House School students go to Russell Group universities. Destinations include King's College London, Warwick, Bath and Manchester.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented The Inclusion & Wellbeing team identifies students with exceptional abilities and provides opportunities to nurture their talents; exam accommodations are offered based on individual profiles.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Emotional Education is provided throughout Primary and Secondary. The school aims to create independent learners and thinkers within a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive and develop positive academic, life and interpersonal skills.	Social & emotional learning Oak House School prioritises social and emotional development through a strong pastoral care framework and inclusive teaching. PSHE is embedded across the curriculum; in Early Years and Primary the Jigsaw scheme emphasises emotional literacy, positive relationships and mental health with themes such as Being Me in the World, Celebrating Difference and Healthy Me. The school focuses on emotional and social welfare alongside academic learning, helping all students access the curriculum and participate fully. The Inclusion & Wellbeing team leads strategies and provides psychological support as needed, including anti-bullying initiatives. Termly progress meetings with tutors help monitor wellbeing and progress.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Early identification of specific learning needs is a priority, achieved through teacher observations, parental input, and ongoing progress monitoring. Timely recognition and intervention safeguard students' self-esteem and maximise the effectiveness of support measures. Formal assessments by external specialists are used to tailor provision, with collaboration between specialists, the Inclusion & Wellbeing team, and class teachers to ensure appropriate accommodations. The school offers Additional Intervention in Early Years & Primary (Morning Groups, 1-1 tuition, and external specialist intervention) and in Secondary (Morning Groups and external specialist intervention). Access arrangements for exams are available where appropriate.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Entry to Early Years requires no prior knowledge of English, while entry to Secondary and A-Levels requires an adequate level of spoken English.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Emotional Education is embedded across Primary and Secondary. The school offers Forest School Education and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and is a UNICEF Rights Respecting School with Gold Award.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is a central focus; Oak House School fosters a supportive and caring environment where students feel secure, valued and connected. PSHE is integrated into the curriculum to promote health and wellbeing, with weekly lessons and focus weeks on topics such as relationships and healthy living. The school emphasises social welfare and emotional development through pastoral support and a broad range of extracurricular activities and residential trips that strengthen belonging. The Inclusion & Wellbeing team, including psychologists, provides individualised wellbeing support as needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding measures are rigorously implemented to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. A dedicated Safeguarding team oversees child protection matters within the school, and all staff undergo appropriate safeguarding and police checks.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has its main La Garriga campus, comprising four buildings—Blancafort, Manuel Raspall, Xavier Calls and Caselles—that host up to 300 students from Nursery to Year 13. The school has a safe play area for younger children and a park with a football field and basketball hoops used by older students. The campus is positioned about 30 minutes from Barcelona city centre and from the beaches of the Costa Brava, with the Pyrenees about 1.5 hours away. The town of La Garriga has shops, restaurants, sport clubs, a cinema and a train station within a short walk, and the nearest airports are in Barcelona and Girona.	Facilities overview The school has eight buildings, each with its own character, providing a diverse range of learning environments. The campus has four playgrounds for outdoor play and exploration. The original tower, built in 1968, stands on site as a historic symbol of the school's heritage. The school provides a wide range of services including nursing care, dining options, and reliable bus services. Bus routes start in Villa Olímpica, Gran Vía/Pza. España, and Sant Cugat to serve the upper area of Barcelona.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a safe play area for younger children and a park featuring a football field and basketball hoops for older students.	Sports facilities The campus includes a basketball court on the roof of the Primary building and a large soccer field beside the Early Years building, with another soccer field beside the Secondary building. A basketball court is located next to the auditorium for additional activities. The school also offers an indoor swimming pool for physical education and aquatic activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school has four buildings—Blancafort, Manuel Raspall, Xavier Calls and Caselles—that host classrooms for Nursery to Year 13. A library is used by Year 1 for reading and learning activities. The school follows the British National Curriculum and supports small class sizes to enable personalised learning. Forest School pedagogy provides weekly outdoor learning sessions in local forests.	Academic facilities The school has three well-equipped laboratories to support scientific inquiry across age groups. There is a Technology Room to support computing and practical technology projects. An Arts area and a dedicated Music area foster creativity, and the Auditorium hosts performances, assemblies, and major school events. The Bachillerato and IB facilities, opened in 2015, focus on eco-conscious design and modern learning spaces for senior students.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school has a wide after-school program including Dance, Chess, Cooking Club, Multi-sports, Arts & Crafts, Football Club, Pre-robotics & Robotics, Martial Arts, Little Explorers, Maths Club, Tennis and Homework Club. Activities run Monday to Thursday from 16:10 to 17:10 and are organised by ISCAT staff and other qualified professionals, with further information available on the intranet or at the school office. Forest School sessions take place weekly, led by Forest School teachers in natural settings. The school has a Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award program for Secondary students, including volunteering, physical, skills and an expedition.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular Activities at Oak House School cover sports, music, swimming, and an Enriched Learning Programme. The Sports section describes a wide range of clubs and teams to build teamwork and fitness. Music offers co-curricular small-group instrumental lessons for younger students, with opportunities to progress toward external examinations. Swimming classes emphasize confidence, endurance, and technique under expert guidance. Enriched Learning includes cooking, virtual reality, 3D design, study skills workshops, chess, and other engaging activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Founded in 2007, The International School of Catalunya (ISCAT) is a British school located in La Garriga, Barcelona. It offers formal British education to students aged 3 to 18, from Early Years to A Levels, with the National Curriculum of England and Wales; GCSE is taken around age 16, followed by A Levels, all of which are recognised and convalidated by local Generalitat and international institutions. ISCAT complements the core curriculum with Forest School and the UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools programme. In 2012, ISCAT became the first school in Spain to offer Forest School under the guidance of Forest Leader Emma Montgomery. It is an accredited UNICEF Rights Respecting School with a Gold Award, and the articles of the Rights of the Child underpin the learning programme and day-to-day governance.	History The school first opened on September 19, 1968 on No.12, Sant Pere Claver Street in the upper part of Sarrià, Barcelona. In September 1989, Oak House School S.A. became the Oak House School Private Foundation, a non-profit organisation. In 2018, Oak House School celebrated its 50th anniversary. Today, Oak House School has developed into a prestigious institution, while the original mission of providing each pupil with an excellent education and strong personal values remains.
Community	Community ISCAT fosters a friendly, family atmosphere and actively involves parents and carers in the early years. Forest School sessions are a core part of the learning experience, with weekly visits to the local forest. The UNICEF Rights Respecting School programme reinforces school values and governance, with elected class representatives forming student councils and collaboration with families and local businesses. Recent News highlights ongoing outdoor learning, climate action projects, and student activities within the ISCAT community.	Community The school is a private non-profit Foundation. The Board of Governors consists of seven parents elected for five-year terms by the whole-school parent body, and the Board performs governance, participates in strategic planning, and oversees school management. The school has an active AFA (Oak House School Parents Association) with committees for Social Action, Good Practices, Culture, and Sport, which coordinates charitable activities and events, including the Charity Christmas Market 2025. The Oak House Alumni network fosters lifelong connections, offering networking, events, and mentoring opportunities, including IB-Bachillerato Career Talks.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The school has an active AFA (Oak House School Parents Association) with committees for Social Action, Good Practices, Culture, and Sport; it coordinates charitable activities and events, such as the Christmas Market and donations, and it holds assemblies to involve families.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ISCAT offers formal British education to students aged 3 to 18, from Kindergarten to High School. The program is based on the British National Curriculum. The school emphasises small class sizes to foster stronger teacher–student relationships and personalised learning. The school aims to create independent learners and thinkers and to develop positive academic, life and interpersonal skills.	Academic & intellectual The school provides British, local, and International Baccalaureate programmes in an open, modern learning space near the Collserola park. It promotes oracy, creativity, STEM projects, teamwork, sustainability and education in values. The journey to academic excellence emphasizes nurturing the intellectual growth of students and a culture of achievement. The school supports multilingualism and international-mindedness as core elements of learning.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative ISCAT offers after-school activities including Dance and Arts & Crafts. The program also includes Chess, Cooking Club, Multi-sports, Football Club, and Pre-robotics & Robotics, along with Martial Arts, Little Explorers, Maths Club and Tennis. Activities are run Monday to Thursday from 16:10 to 17:10 by ISCAT staff and other suitably qualified professionals.	Arts & creative The campus includes 7 music rooms, supporting music education. An enrichment programme extends learning beyond the classroom, encouraging creativity and personal development. The combination of music facilities and enrichment activities fosters students' artistic and creative pursuits.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language ISCAT has a multicultural environment. The school uses the British National Curriculum. The school has native teachers.	Cultural & language The school teaches three curricula: the British national curriculum, the Spanish local curriculum, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, taught in English. This approach promotes fluency in English, Spanish, and Catalan.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies At ISCAT we offer a range of after-school activities designed to complement your child's learning and development. Activities take place Monday to Thursday from 16:10 until 17:10 and are organised and run by ISCAT staff and other suitably qualified professionals. The following activities are offered this year: Dance, Chess, Cooking Club, Multi-sports, Arts & Crafts, Football Club, Pre-robotics & Robotics, Martial Arts, Little Explorers, Maths Club, Tennis and Homework Club.	Social & hobbies The enrichment programme emphasizes oracy, creativity, STEM projects, teamwork, sustainability and education in values.
Community & service	Community & service ISCAT is a UNICEF Rights Respecting School Programme. The school has earned UNICEF's Rights Respecting Schools Gold Award and is one of the first schools to pioneer the project outside of the UK. These values are embedded throughout the culture of the school, with class representatives forming part of a student council or steering group and collaboration with families, local businesses and UNICEF UK and Catalunya through fundraisers and awareness events.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award is offered to ISCAT Secondary students. Year 10 students prepare for the Bronze Award each year by completing a personal programme of activities in four sections: Volunteering, Physical, Skills and Expedition. The award is a natural progression from Forest School activities in Primary and helps students develop important life skills and independence, with experiences and friendships that stay with them.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing ISCAT follows Forest School pedagogy, a learning approach that uses outdoor environments to teach and inspire. Forest School sessions occur weekly in settings such as forests, mountains or the beach, led by Forest School teachers. Outdoor learning fosters personal relationships, self-esteem, self-knowledge and environmental awareness.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The quality of teaching and the individual attention given to each student are the defining factors of Oak House School. The focus is on developing students' social and emotional skills to the maximum. The school promotes values such as integrity, honesty, respect for others, self-respect, empathy, social responsibility, and self-confidence, and learner dispositions like intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, effort and resilience, and personal responsibility. The campus offers facilities to support wellbeing and activity including 2 basketball courts, 2 football courts, 2 indoor gyms, an indoor swimming pool, a climbing wall, 7 music rooms and 3 science labs.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction with native English teachers. Spanish is a compulsory subject in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Catalan is offered as a subject and is optional for international students; Catalan classes are required from Year 8 to Year 11 for those wishing to convalidate their studies locally.	Language provision The curriculum is taught in English, Spanish and Catalan; it aligns with the English National Curriculum and equips students to transition into a Secondary program taught in all three languages.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching ISCAT teaches in English as the language of instruction, with native English teachers supporting learning. Spanish is a compulsory subject in Key Stage 3 and 4. Catalan is offered as a subject and is optional for international students; for those wishing to convalidate their studies in Spain, Catalan classes are required from Year 8 to Year 11.	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in three languages: English, Spanish and Catalan, preparing students for a trilingual Secondary curriculum.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs English language learning is delivered through immersion, aiding students in acquiring English from an early stage.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Gold UNICEF Rights Respecting School Award	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations UNICEF Rights Respecting School Gold Award; NABSS member; British Council oversees inspections; Edexcel centre; AQA recognised; Generalitat of Catalunya registers ISCAT as a private foreign centre.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Book a private visit. The admissions process is designed to be enjoyable and straightforward. Meet the admissions team at the school for an initial interview with our director to view facilities, meet teachers and students, and ask all questions regarding our educational programme. Submit enrolment forms and all required documentation. Early years: Families aspiring to enter Early Years will have an initial interview with the school director, and subsequently complete and submit the enrolment form and other documentation as outlined in the enrolment pack. Reception: Families aspiring to enter Reception, should there be places available in this year group, complete and submit the enrolment form and other documentation as outlined in the enrolment pack including, where applicable, a copy of the child's last school report. No knowledge of English is required for entry to the Early Years programme. Primary: Families aspiring to enter Primary, should there be places available, will be asked to complete and submit relevant enrollment documentation on offer of a place. These students are usually required, as part of the admissions process and without any further obligation, to spend at least half a day in their prospective class. This replaces the traditional 'entrance test' and allows our teachers to evaluate the level of English and social disposition in a natural and holistic way, at the same time giving the child the opportunity to experience a day at ISCAT. For students entering Key Stage 1 (Year 1 and Year 2) no previous knowledge of English is required, although this would be a distinct advantage. Students entering Key Stage 2 (from Year 3 to Year 6) are required to have some knowledge of English. Secondary & A-Levels: Students aspiring to enter Year 7 and above will be asked to attend an initial interview with a member of the secondary teaching team. Should a place be available, candidates are then required, as part of the admissions process and without any further obligation, to spend at least half a day with their prospective class. This replaces the traditional ‘entrance test' and allows our teachers to evaluate the level of English and social disposition in a natural and holistic way, at the same time giving the child the opportunity to experience a day at ISCAT first-hand. If ISCAT deems the student to have the necessary competencies and level of English to join the group, the enrolment form and other documentation as outlined in the enrolment pack should be completed and submitted to the school office, together with copies of the child's school reports for the previous two academic years. Please note that all students wishing to enter the school in Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 (Year 7 and above) must have an adequate level of spoken English. Open enrolment: Get to know in-person our school! We will accompany you personally and answer any questions you may have about the school, our learning spaces and the different educational stages.	Admissions The school provides online admissions. After submitting an application, a confirmation email is issued by the admissions department. Getting to know Oak House School includes online information sessions for each educational stage and group guided tours of the campus. Admissions Process: apply online; the admissions department will confirm whether a place is available or the application will be included on the waiting list. From Year 3 onwards, candidates take three entry tests (English, Spanish and Mathematics); tests can be completed online if the candidate lives abroad. A personal interview with the Inclusion & Wellbeing department occurs during the entry tests session. A formal offer follows a successful outcome to secure enrolment. Specific requirements for admissions include submitting academic reports and demonstrating knowledge of English and Spanish; good academic performance; commitment to studies; and a positive attitude toward learning. Booklets for Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Bachillerato/IB, and Inclusion & Wellbeing are available to read online.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If there are no places available, the admissions department confirms receipt of the application and the application is placed on the waiting list until a place becomes available.
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