La Miranda International School vs Learnlife

	L La Miranda International School Barcelona, Spain	L Learnlife Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €9,750 - 18,790	Fees / year €9,300 - 13,600
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 6 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,210	Pupils 200
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1967	Opened 2017
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Carrer del Canigó, 15, Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona 08960, Spain. The campus is five minutes from Diagonal and the Rondas and is well-connected to local amenities. A large car park area is available for parents who do not use the school Bus Service, which operates within Barcelona and the surrounding areas.	Location Learnlife operates hubs in the Barcelona area: Urban Hub at Carrer d'Enric Granados 7, 08007 Barcelona; Eco Hub at Passeig Marítim 139, 08860 Castelldefels; and Village Hub at Rambla del Garraf 48, Local 1G, 08812 Les Roquetes. These hubs are accessible by public transport or car, with carpools common for travel from Barcelona, Castelldefels and Sitges.
Stages	Stages Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary divisions, with National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Baccalaureate pathways.	Stages Primary Programme for ages 6-12; Secondary Programme for ages 12-18 at two locations: Urban Hub Barcelona (ages 12-18) and Village Hub Sitges/Sant Pere de Ribes (ages 10-16) opened in 2024.
School type	School type International school offering IB and Spanish National Baccalaureate.	School type International school network with hub-based learning across Learnlife Urban Hub, Eco Hub and Village Hub.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix The Learnlife community is globally diverse with families from 32 nationalities; the most common nationalities are Spain (25%), the USA (19%), the UK (9%), and Germany (6%).
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning support is provided through a Learning Support Lead, Learning Guides and Assistants, and coordination with external specialists; personalised plans include language acquisition for non-native speakers, executive functioning, literacy and numeracy, social-emotional growth, and pathways for gifted learners. The number of high-support learners per Hub is limited.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school operates from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus Service operates within Barcelona and the surrounding areas.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / enrolment fee (Matrícula anual) - I1 (Infant 1): EUR 990. - I2, I3, I4, I5 (Infant levels): EUR 990 each. - PRI1–PRI6 (Primary): EUR 1,025 each. - PAI2–PAI5 (MYP): EUR 1,155 each. - BAC (Bachillerato national): EUR 1,120. - IB (IB Diploma Programme): EUR 1,790. Tuition fees by year group (monthly and academic-year billing) La Miranda invoices tuition as one annual enrolment fee (matrícula) plus monthly tuition/meal instalments. The published monthly totals (which combine tuition and, where applicable, school meals) for the 2025–26 academic year are: - I1 (Infants): EUR 876 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 8,760 (plus the matrícula). - I2–I5 (Infants): EUR 990 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 9,900 (plus the matrícula). - PRI1–PRI6 (Primary): EUR 1,025 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 10,250 (plus the matrícula). - PAI2–PAI5 (MYP): EUR 1,155 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 11,550 (plus the matrícula). - BAC (Baccalaureate, school meals included): EUR 1,295 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 12,950 (plus the matrícula). - IB (IB Diploma, school meals included): EUR 1,700 per month. Annual tuition charged as ten monthly instalments = EUR 17,000 (plus the matrícula). Note: the school's published billing structure is one annual enrolment fee plus ten monthly instalments for tuition and meals; the monthly figures above are the published monthly charges and the academic-year totals above are the monthly charge multiplied by ten (the school issues ten monthly instalments). Billing schedule and payment terms - There are a total of eleven instalments per academic year: one enrolment fee (matrícula) and ten monthly tuition/meal instalments. Payments are collected monthly in advance from September to June (receipts are due between the 1st and 5th of each month). - Monthly payments are domiciled to a bank account (direct debit). A charge of EUR 15 is applied for each returned direct debit. - New students pay the full enrolment fee at the time of formalising registration (this payment is non‑refundable). Returning students pay the enrolment fee in two instalments (a reservation payment in April and a second instalment in July); once charged these payments are non‑refundable. - If a family withdraws a student, written notice of three months to the administration is required and fees remain payable during this three‑month notice period. Failure to keep payments current may lead to restriction of re‑registration, withholding of official documents and, after the second unpaid instalment, suspension of the student's enrolment. Boarding / residential provision - Boarding is not applicable. La Miranda operates as a day school; no boarding/residential fees are published. Transport, host service and additional routine charges - School bus service (monthly): Round trip EUR 262; One‑way EUR 180. - Host service (before/after school care) (monthly): Morning & Afternoon EUR 48; Morning or Afternoon EUR 36. The optional extra “+30 min morning” is listed as EUR 58 for round‑trip users and EUR 45 for one‑way users in the published fees table. - Additional paid items that are charged separately (and may be subject to outstanding‑balance restrictions) include official examination fees, excursions/trips, residential camps/colonies, and extracurricular activities. Families with unpaid balances cannot register for these extra paid activities until the account is settled. Uniform, devices and other school‑supplied items - No compulsory uniform fee is listed in the school's published fee sheet for 2025–26. The school's administrative agreement references an iPad policy that families must sign; no device purchase price or compulsory uniform cost is shown on the published fee schedule. Any costs for personal devices, recommended materials or optional school kit would be advised separately by the school. Refund information - The annual enrolment fee (matrícula) is non‑refundable for new entrants once paid. For continuing students the reservation and second instalments of the matrícula are non‑refundable once charged. When a student leaves, three months' written notice is required and fees remain payable for that notice period. These refund and notice rules apply to the published administrative agreements. Fee payment options - The school's administrative agreement specifies that recurring tuition payments are domiciled to a bank account (direct debit). The agreement sets out a EUR 15 charge for each returned direct debit. No credit‑card or alternative online payment methods are specified in the published administrative agreement or the fees sheet.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application fee: EUR 95. - Enrolment (one-off) fee: EUR 800. Tuition and annual programme fees (by Hub and year group) - Urban Hub (Barcelona): - Explorers & Creators (ages 12–16): Annual programme fee EUR 10,500. Payment option shown as 10 monthly instalments of EUR 1,050. Annual (administrative) fee EUR 1,050. - Changemakers (ages 16–18): Annual programme fee EUR 11,350. Payment option shown as 10 monthly instalments of EUR 1,135. Annual (administrative) fee EUR 1,135. - Eco Hub (Castelldefels, Primary ages 6–12): Annual programme fee EUR 11,500. Payment option shown as 10 monthly instalments of EUR 1,150. Annual (administrative) fee EUR 1,150. - Village Hub (Sant Pere de Ribes / Sitges): - Pioneers (ages 10–12): Annual programme fee EUR 10,500. Payment option shown as 10 monthly instalments of EUR 1,050. Annual (administrative) fee EUR 1,050. - Explorers & Creators (ages 12–16): Annual programme fee EUR 11,350. Payment option shown as 10 monthly instalments of EUR 1,135. Annual (administrative) fee EUR 1,135. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing structure: Tuition may be paid as a single annual payment or as 10 monthly instalments. A 5% discount is applied when the full annual programme fee is paid in one payment prior to enrolment. A 5% sibling discount applies to the second and subsequent children. - Monthly payment timing: instalment option is presented as 10 monthly payments (the published instalment amounts correspond to 10 monthly payments). Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed for the Urban, Eco, or Village Hubs. No boarding fees are published for these Hubs. Learnlife's Hubs operate as day programmes. Other costs and additional charges - Annual (administrative/programme) fee: each Hub and year group includes a separately listed annual fee (amounts shown above). - Uniform and kit: no compulsory school uniform fee or uniform kit charge is published for the Urban, Eco, or Village Hubs; uniform costs are not specified alongside the published programme fees. - Extra-curricular, meals, transport, exam or specialist activity charges: specific additional service fees (for example external exam entry fees, transport, daily meals, optional after-school clubs or specialist tuition) are not listed together with the published programme fees; families should expect that optional services or external costs may be invoiced separately where applicable. Refund information - Refund and withdrawal terms are not published alongside the headline application, enrolment and programme fees on the public Admissions & Fees summary. Specific refund, cancellation or withdrawal conditions for deposits, enrolment fees or tuition instalments are not listed in the admissions summary. Fee payment options - Payment formats shown in the published fee information include a single annual payment or 10 monthly instalments for tuition; the admissions summary also notes the 5% annual-payment discount. Specific payment methods (for example card, direct debit, or bank transfer) are not detailed on the public Admissions & Fees summary. Contact details are published for arranging enrolment and payments. Discounts and concessions - Sibling discount: 5% discount on programme fees for the second and subsequent children enrolled. - Annual-payment discount: 5% discount on the programme fee when paid as a single annual payment prior to enrolment. If you need this text in a different currency or formatted for your database, convert the EUR amounts accordingly.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement All students wear the school uniform from Pre-School to 4th Secondary Education. Uniforms vary by level and include items such as tracksuits, polo shirts, navy skirts or trousers, cardigans, coats, swimsuits, and caps. Uniforms can be purchased through El Corte Inglés (Diagonal and Cornellà) and Rosa García Confecciones.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Food is prepared on-site and meals are sugar-free, using fresh ingredients. A nutritionist designs balanced menus and accommodates dietary needs, including allergies and intolerances.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system Learners are grouped into Adventurers (ages 6–8), Discoverers (ages 8–10) and Pioneers (ages 10–12).
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership La Miranda is part of Inspired Education, a global network of premium schools, and is referred to as an Inspired school. Headteacher Debra Gregory joined La Miranda in January 2024.	Governance and ownership Learnlife operates Eco Hub in Castelldefels and Village Hub in Sitges/Sant Pere de Ribes; the site footer references Our Dream School SL as the entity.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details La Miranda is an IB World School authorized to deliver the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 11- to 16-year-olds and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) for 16- to 18-year-olds. The DP includes six subject groups and the core components Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay. The DP is taught in Spanish and English. National Baccalaureate is offered with tracks in Science and Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Arts. A Dual Diploma programme provides two simultaneous qualifications: the Community Diploma and the American High School Diploma. La Miranda emphasises multilingualism, offering seven languages including English, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian, with Russian and German integrated through short sessions.	Curriculum details Curriculum is the Learnlife Competency Model, a framework built on years of research and best practices from pioneering educators. It aligns with the local Ministry of Education and centers on five learning domains—Learning to Be, Learning to Think, Learning to Learn, Learning to Relate, and Learning to Act—delivered through Building Blocks. Learning experiences promote agency, real-world relevance, and a mix of project-based, design-thinking, play-based, and nature-based methods. Academic foundations in English, literacy, numeracy, science, humanities and languages are developed through an interdisciplinary approach with real-world application. Assessment is ongoing and competency-based, using Learning Vitae, 360 assessments, showcases and portfolios rather than traditional exams; languages are taught in English, with opportunities to learn Spanish and Catalan, and multilingual learning guides support the programme.
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Exam results	Exam results PAU 2025 results show a 100% pass rate; the reported average mark is 7.60/10, with a highest mark of 10.14/14 and an overall average of 9.58/10.	Exam results Exams may be required for pathways. If learners need to pass an exam to reach their chosen pathway, schedules can be adapted and learners are supported to prepare; several learners have done this, and their exam results are well above national benchmarks.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression One in three Inspired students continues their education at Russell Group and Ivy League universities. Inspired partners with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door to provide university admissions counselling, with preferential rates for Inspired students. The school notes access to universities worldwide, including Cambridge, Institut Français, and the Fundación Instituto Confucio.	Higher education progression Graduates design their own next steps through the Pathways Programme, with guidance and structure to reach their goals. Urban Hub learners who meet the criteria can obtain an American High School Diploma and may qualify for the Spanish ESO Certificate, opening doors to top global universities.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The Nsouli Scholars Programme provides full scholarships for 50 extraordinary students at Inspired schools. Inspired also partners with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door to support university admissions with preferential rates for Inspired students.	Gifted and talented Pathways for gifted learners exist, with personalised plans and access to Learning Guides; support may include coordination with external specialists and additional learning plans.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The four pillars are Intellectual, Social, Emotional, and Physical. The social pillar recognises that interactions between students play a vital role in personal and emotional development. Inter-personal interactions occur in multiple school settings, including in the classroom and outdoors during sports and extra-curricular activities, to promote cooperation, happiness, and teamwork. During their time at La Miranda, students will learn to hone their mediation, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills to cultivate a harmonious school environment. The emotional pillar supports emotional well-being through age-appropriate methods; mime, mindfulness practices, and the teaching of core values (Esteem, Enthusiasm, and Example). The physical pillar prioritises health and well-being with a varied sports programme and on-site meals that form a menu with organic ingredients. The Pastoral Team and educators provide guidance to meet socio-emotional needs and ensure students feel safe, supported, and accepted.	Social & emotional learning Learnlife supports social-emotional learning through personal mentoring and supportive relationships, fostering a sense of belonging in a diverse community. The programme sparks curiosity and makes learning meaningful and hands-on, with learners taking charge of their learning. Learners build confidence through mentoring and by pursuing real-world projects with guidance from teachers and mentors. A Pathways Programme helps learners translate interests into concrete next steps with guidance and structure. When additional support is needed, the team co-creates individualized plans, with explicit focus on social-emotional growth and wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Learnlife provides learning support led by a Learning Support Lead, with Learning Guides and Assistants. Personalised plans are co-created with families and may involve coordination with external specialists such as psychologists and speech therapists. Areas of support include language acquisition for non-native speakers; executive functioning, literacy and numeracy; social-emotional growth and wellbeing; and pathways for gifted learners. Support is delivered by Learning Guides and Assistants with options for external specialist involvement to meet individual goals.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The multilingual environment is at the heart of our methodology. Since the founding of the school, seven languages are offered to Nursery and Infant School learners. English, Spanish and Catalan are the main languages taught, with French and Mandarin Chinese introduced as second languages. Russian and German are integrated into the curriculum through short sessions. In Primary School, learners prepare for international programmes and undertake language examinations at various stages, including Cambridge Young Learners (CYL), KET, PET, and DELF. In Secondary/Baccalaureate, examinations include PET, CAE, DELF, YCT, and HSK.	English as an additional language Our programmes are delivered in English. We offer Spanish and Catalan to develop language skills, and Learning Guides are multilingual and speak English, Spanish and Catalan.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing We believe in supporting the emotional well-being of our students. The emotional pillar provides age-appropriate methods to help students recognise and regulate their emotions. Mime, mindfulness practices, and the teaching of core values (Esteem, Enthusiasm, and Example) are used to foster emotional health. Inter-personal interactions contribute to social and emotional development in classroom, sport, and extracurricular settings. The school prioritises health and well-being with a varied physical education programme and on-site meals. The Pastoral Team and link teachers provide daily guidance to support student well-being.	Mental wellbeing There is a clear focus on social-emotional growth and wellbeing as part of learner support. Learners receive mentoring to support personal development, and progress is tracked through the Learning Vitae and 360 assessments. Pathways for future planning and showcases provide opportunities to reflect on growth and plan next steps.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Pastoral Team and educators empower students to make the right decisions while feeling safe, supported, and accepted. Link teachers provide ongoing welfare support to students. A dedicated team of psychologists supports student well-being. La Miranda's safeguarding and welfare approach is integrated within its holistic four-pillar model—Intellectual, Social, Emotional, and Physical. The school maintains a nurturing environment with a clear commitment to student safety and well-being. Daily interactions with staff ensure students' socio-emotional needs are addressed.	Safeguarding The Learnlife Child Protection Policy prioritises the safety of learners. The policy outlines roles such as a Hub Child Protection Officer and a Child Protection Response Team, mandatory annual professional development for staff, and reporting obligations by law. It covers disclosures, investigations, and communications, and provides resources for staff and parents. In certain cases, external child protection investigators may be engaged. The policy aligns with international human rights standards and applicable national laws.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus comprises 11 buildings on a single site of over 13,500 m², set in an expansive natural landscape with magnificent views. The school is five minutes from Diagonal and the Rondas, with a large car park and a school bus service. There are playground areas for all divisions and modern learning spaces across the campus. Modern facilities include a temperature-controlled pool, a 900 m² sports centre, a 300 m² gymnasium, a psychomotricity gymnasium, a football pitch with artificial turf, a basketball court, natural science laboratories, a technology laboratory, a robotics room, an Atelier (art studio), a music room, and an auditorium with a piano and 360-seat capacity. The campus also houses a video recording room and a library, with a kitchen and canteen to support daily life.	Facilities overview Learnlife Urban Hub Barcelona is an international secondary school and education innovation hub in the heart of Barcelona. It uses hands-on learning with no rows of desks, featuring expert studios and open spaces where learners collaborate on projects. The space is designed to foster self-discovery, creativity and lifelong learning through real-world inquiry. Visuals of the space show dedicated spaces such as a music studio and other project-focused environments that support active learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school features a temperature-controlled pool (25x12.5 m), a 900 m² sports centre, and a 300 m² gymnasium. A psychomotricity gymnasium supports motor development. Outdoor facilities include a football pitch with artificial turf and a basketball court.	Sports facilities Rooftop sports court provides outdoor space for physical activity. The campus environment includes spaces that support active learning and collaboration as part of the Learnlife approach.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Natural Science Laboratories and a Technology Laboratory support science and design learning. A Robotics room enables hands-on work in STEM. An Atelier (Art Studio) and a Music room provide spaces for the arts. An Auditorium with piano and 360-seat capacity, a Video recording room, and a Library support performances, media production, research, and study.	Academic facilities Programmes are delivered in English, with Spanish and Catalan offered to develop language skills. The curriculum is the Learnlife Competency Model, built on five learning domains—Learning to Be, Learning to Think, Learning to Learn, Learning to Relate, and Learning to Act—and delivered through Building Blocks. Learning experiences are agency-driven, with authentic, real-world projects and a diverse mix of methodologies such as project-based learning and design thinking. Assessment is competency-based via the Learning Vitae, with Showcases and 360 Assessments; graduates can earn an American High School Diploma and/or the Spanish ESO certificate as pathways. The secondary day is structured around Explorers (ages 12-14), Creators (ages 14-16), and Changemakers (ages 16-18), and multilingual Learning Guides support language development and inclusion.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities A programme of extra-curricular activities is available, with pursuits ranging from sports and water activities to music, languages, robotics, and more. The Liceu Programme offers music lessons in partnership with the Liceu Conservatory of Music. An extracurricular coordination team—Glen Albó, Juan Carlos Lomeña, and Oscar Lemos—handles activities (beyond@lamiranda.eu). Further details about our extra-curricular provision are available.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular spaces include a music studio and project-oriented studios that accompany hands-on learning. A Rooftop sports court supports physical activity as part of the daily rhythm. Learners showcase their work in Showcases once per cycle, with 360 Assessments and the Learning Vitae providing ongoing evidence of growth.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school has almost 60 years of experience in first-class global education. It is located in Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona, on a campus that comprises 11 buildings. It is an Inspired school, part of Inspired Education Group, a global network of premium schools. Inspired was founded by Nadim M. Nsouli. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as part of an IB World School.	History Learnlife was founded in 2017 with the mission to positively transform education worldwide. It built a learning innovation framework that empowers hundreds of learners and educators on programmes and training, and provides a roadmap for transformational change. It created a global community uniting 27,000+ educators and learning innovators on a transformational journey. It has inspired public and private schools worldwide, activating over 500 education leaders to transform their learning communities.
Community	Community The school requires a uniform from P1 to 4th Secondary Education to promote equality and a sense of belonging. La Miranda offers a morning and afternoon bus service with fixed routes. The canteen provides on-site meals designed by a nutritionist, with a sugar-free policy and accommodations for allergies and dietary needs. Extra-curricular activities include sports, water activities, music and languages, robotics, and the Liceu Programme in partnership with the Liceu Conservatory of Music, plus a Community Project where Year 6 publish a book to support charity.	Community Learnhubs are lighthouses for learning innovation and the starting point to build an ecosystem around Personal Learning. In Barcelona, two Learnhubs—the Urban Hub and the Eco Hub—have hosted over 170 full-time learners aged 6-18. The learning spaces are open and welcoming, with a community host at entry; there are no classrooms with closed doors, no principal's office, and spaces are flexible for collaboration and independent study. Learnlife Urban Hub in Barcelona and Eco Hub in Castelldefels are predominantly English-speaking environments, with conversations that can occur in Spanish, English, and Catalan across the Centre.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual La Miranda is an official IB World School delivering the International Baccalaureate curricula, including the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16 to 18. In Primary School, learners are prepared for study in international programmes, where they obtain accredited diplomas, enabling access to universities worldwide, including Cambridge, Institut Français, and the Confucius Institute Foundation. La Miranda was the first school in Catalonia and Spain to incorporate multilingualism into its methodology as a primary element of its educational approach. Apple has recognised La Miranda as a Distinguished School for adopting a continuous innovative approach to learning, and technology is integrated across the school, including robotics and programming.	Academic & intellectual The secondary day is project-based, with teens learning through studios and solving real-world problems. Explorers (ages 12-14), Creators (ages 14-16) and Changemakers (ages 16-18) form the core learning groups. The curriculum uses an interdisciplinary approach that integrates literacy, numeracy, science and other key domains, and places emphasis on critical thinking, collaboration and creativity. Assessments are authentic and ongoing, including showcases and 360 assessments, rather than traditional exams.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Performing and creative arts are one of the three pillars of Inspired education. The curriculum emphasises innovation across STEAM, including robotics and programming, supported by technology in the Primary, Secondary, and IB divisions. Apple has recognised La Miranda as a Distinguished School for its ongoing innovative approach to learning, which reinforces creativity and the arts.	Arts & creative Expressive Arts is a Learnlife community programme at Learnlife Barcelona Eco Hub in Castelldefels. Art therapy builds self-esteem and enables learners to create and explore different materials, all from the perspective of planetary awareness and care for the environment and others. The activity runs in small groups (maximum seven) with materials provided. Sessions occur Mondays 16:30 to 17:30 and are suitable for ages 6 to 12.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Seven languages are offered, including English, Mandarin Chinese and Russian. Three vehicular languages are Castilian (Spanish), Catalan, and English. In Nursery and Infant School, English, Spanish and Catalan are the main languages; French and Mandarin Chinese are introduced as second languages; Russian and German are integrated through short sessions. Primary language programme features Catalan, Spanish, and English, while the secondary language programme features French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian; language examinations include Cambridge Young Learners (CYL), KET, PET, DELF, and YCT in Primary, and PET, CAE, DELF, YCT, and HSK in Secondary.	Cultural & language Learnlife programmes are delivered in English, with Spanish and Catalan offered to develop language skills. The Learnlife community celebrates diversity and multilingualism and provides many opportunities to develop language skills and engage with local culture. Learning Guides are multilingual and speak English, Spanish and Catalan. The multilingual approach helps learners develop language proficiency across contexts and cultures.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Inter-personal interactions occur in multiple school settings, including the classroom and outdoors during sports and extra-curricular activities. The function of the social pillar is to acknowledge and encourage projects and opportunities that promote cooperation, happiness, and teamwork. During their time at La Miranda, students will learn to hone mediation, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills to cultivate a harmonious school environment and learn strategies that will benefit them in adulthood.	Social & hobbies Teens learn through collaboration on projects in studios rather than rows of desks. Passion-based studios include coding, music, sport, woodworking, cooking, art, multimedia and fashion. Learnlife balances freedom and routine in daily life to support autonomous learning. Community activities and events, such as family vision board workshops and other social gatherings, help learners connect with peers and families.
Community & service	Community & service Community Project: Multi-disciplinary project. Year 6 designed, illustrated, written, edited, published, marketed, and sold a Choose Your Own Adventure book, What's your story?. As an interdisciplinary project, learning areas such as Mathematics, Art & Design, Digital Technology, and languages were integrated. Technology used includes FaceTime, Sketches, Pages and Keynote, GarageBand, Showbie, iMovie, and more. All proceeds from book sales are donated to charity: Ghanas de Vivir.	Community & service Service-based learning combines learning objectives with community service to enrich the learning experience and strengthen communities. It is one of the 25 learning methodologies in the Learnlife toolkit. Learners engage in Impact Studios and community-driven events such as sustainability initiatives, including Sustain: Circular Economy workshops and upcycling exhibitions.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The Pathways Programme provides guidance and structure to help learners design a personal pathway that matches their interests and goals. Mentors and Learning Guides coach and support learners throughout their journeys. Pathways include Showcases and 360 Assessments to capture progress and inform next steps. Graduates leave with clarity on their next steps and multiple possible futures.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school campus features bespoke, state-of-the-art sports facilities, including a gymnasium and a basketball court, and all students are encouraged to participate in sporting activities. On-site meals are freshly prepared with age-appropriate menus, including accommodations for dietary intolerances and allergies, with menus designed for each age range.	Lifestyle & wellbeing A wellbeing check-in is part of the secondary day. A wellbeing framework covers cognitive, physical, social, emotional, spiritual and digital well-being, and actions promote a healthy lifestyle with physical activity, safe practices, healthy eating, adequate sleep, deliberate quiet and stress management.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Seven languages are offered: Castilian Spanish, Catalan, English, French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian. The primary language programme features Catalan, Spanish, and English, while the secondary language programme features French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian.	Language provision English, Spanish and Catalan are taught. Learnlife Urban Hub in Barcelona and Eco Hub in Castelldefels are predominantly English-speaking environments, with opportunities for activities in other languages.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school uses three vehicular languages: Castilian Spanish, Catalan, and English. Students can learn up to seven languages in Infants. The primary language programme features Catalan, Spanish, and English, while the secondary language programme features French, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Russian.	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Spanish, with conversations that may take place simultaneously in Spanish, English and Catalan at different points in the Centre.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Language groups and multi-language conversations create immersion-style learning across English, Spanish and Catalan.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Apple Distinguished School; Inspired School membership (part of Inspired Education Group).	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations La Miranda is described as an Apple Distinguished School and as part of Inspired Education Group (An Inspired School). The school advertises seven languages in its multilingual environment and its status as an IB World School offering National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Baccalaureate. The campus is located in Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona, with 11 buildings.	Accreditations The New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC) accredits Learnlife in full, and the Urban Hub secondary programme is officially recognised as an accredited international secondary school.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1: Submit your contact form and reserve a campus visit. Submit your contact form and reserve a campus visit to begin the admissions process. Admissions are open throughout the academic year. The three-step admissions process ensures that all candidates are treated the same and meet academic and personal requirements. Register now at lamiranda.openapply.com. Step 2: Visit the school to learn about La Miranda and have an interview with our admissions team. Visit the school to learn more about La Miranda and to have an interview with the admissions team. The interview provides an opportunity for mutual discussion of the applicant's background and goals. A campus visit and interview are integral parts of the admissions process. Step 3: Complete the form to finalize the admissions process. Complete the form to finalize the admissions process. This completes the three-step admissions process and ensures the applicant's submission is finalized. The process is designed to ensure consistent evaluation and that academic and personal requirements are met.	Admissions Who should apply: Learnlife welcomes families seeking a school where positive relationships, passion and purpose, and self-discovery are at the heart of learning; learners gain the confidence and skills to thrive in life, not just exams. The community includes families from Spain and around the world, with 32 nationalities represented. How and when to apply: Applications are open all year round; Learnlife has grown quickly and had waiting lists in 2025 and expect them again in 2026. Fees and discounts: Application €95; Enrolment €800. Urban Hub Barcelona: Explorers & Creators (12–16) €1,050 annual fee; €10,500 annual programme (or 10 monthly payments of €1,050). Changemakers (16–18) €1,135 annual fee; €11,350 annual programme (or 10 monthly payments of €1,135). Eco Hub Castelldefels: €1,150 annual fee; €11,500 annual programme (or 10 monthly payments of €1,150). Village Hub Sant Pere de Ribes/Sitges: Pioneers (10–12) €1,050; Explorers & Creators (12–16) €1,135. Discounts: 5% sibling discount; 5% annual payment discount. Start your application: Schedule a call with the admissions team using the calendar below.
Scholarships	Scholarships Nsouli Scholarships: The Nsouli Scholarship Program is a global initiative that makes it possible for 50 extraordinary students to attend any Inspired member school with a full scholarship throughout their schooling. The program aims to empower students academically, athletically, artistically and in extracurricular activities. This generous legacy honors Nadim Nsouli, founder of Inspired in 2013, and scholarships are awarded to students of Lebanese origin.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Applications are open all year round. There were waiting lists in 2025 and expect them again in 2026.
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