La Miranda International School and St. Peter's School Barcelona are both in Barcelona, about 2 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and La Miranda International School also offers American. Published annual fees are €9,750 - 18,790 at La Miranda International School and €11,250 - 22,250 at St. Peter's School Barcelona, which puts St. Peter's School Barcelona roughly 17% higher. Both take pupils from 1 to 18. La Miranda International School is the larger school, with around 1,210 pupils to St. Peter's School Barcelona's 600. Typical class sizes are 25 at La Miranda International School and 7 at St. Peter's School Barcelona.
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La Miranda International School
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €9,750 - 18,790 | Fees / year €11,250 - 22,250 |
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Age range
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Age range 1 - 18 years | Age range 1 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) |
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Pupils
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Pupils 1,210 | Pupils 600 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 25 | Typical class size 7 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Spanish | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 1967 | Opened 1964 |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service Yes |
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Location
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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 The school is located at Eduard Toldrà, 18, 08034 Barcelona, Spain. It is in the city of Barcelona. A safe and dependable bus service operates in partnership with Alianza Travi, with stops across Barcelona city, Sant Cugat and Castelldefels. The service is available from 2 years old, with supervisors on board. |
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Stages
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Stages Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary divisions, with National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Baccalaureate pathways. | Stages Nursery; Primary Years Program; Middle Years Program; Diploma Program. |
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School type
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School type International school offering IB and Spanish National Baccalaureate. | School type The school is an international IB Continuum school. It offers the IB programs in English across Nursery to Diploma. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support — | Additional learning support The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, tailoring individual plans and coordinating with teachers and families. It supports emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress. Language Reception offers targeted language support for students who do not have a good knowledge of Spanish, Catalan or English in their first year, helping them join the regular groups. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Spain | Country affiliation — |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school operates from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details Bus Service operates within Barcelona and the surrounding areas. | Bus service details The School Bus service is run by Alianza Travi and covers the city of Barcelona, Sant Cugat, and Castelldefels. The service is offered from 2 years old onwards, with supervisors on board. Alianza Travi will examine itineraries before the start of each school year to create the finest service for families. |
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Fee details
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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 Enrollment fees - EUR 4,500.00 — Enrolment Fee (Standard; non-refundable, one-time). - EUR 7,500.00 — Enrolment Fee (Adaptation; non-refundable, one-time; applied when the school requires an adaptation programme for language or other needs). Annual registration fees and tuition by year group (main academic fees for the 2026/27 school year) - Foundation F1 – F2: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 1,800.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 9,450.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 1,181.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 11,250.00. - Foundation F3 – F5: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 2,320.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 12,180.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 1,522.50 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 14,500.00. - Primary Years Y1 – Y5: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,080.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 16,170.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,021.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 19,250.00. - Middle Years Y6 – Y9: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,400.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 17,850.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,231.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 21,250.00. - PreU / Diploma Y10 – Y12: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,560.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 18,690.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,336.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 22,250.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Initial payment upon acceptance (newly admitted students): payment includes the Enrolment Fee (Standard or Adaptation as applicable) plus 16% of the annual School Fee. - From the second year onwards the annual fee is scheduled as follows: - February (of the previous academic year): 6% of the annual fee. - May (of the previous academic year): 10% of the annual fee. - September to April: the remaining balance is split into 8 monthly instalments (the published tuition figures are presented as an 8-month split). - Tuition is presented as an annual amount and also shown split into 8 monthly instalments; there are no per-term figures published (the school uses the instalment schedule above for invoicing). Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed among the school's services or fee items. School services published include day-school services such as school bus and dining room; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published. Other costs and fees (billed separately or handled by external providers) - Daily meals (lunch and a snack), standard classroom stationery and day trips (non-overnight) are included in the published school fees. - The following are explicitly billed separately or provided by external suppliers and are not included in the annual tuition total: - Overnight travel and annual residential trips. - School uniform (handled by external provider). - Transport services (school bus may be an extra service with its own charge). - Official examination fees (e.g., Cambridge ESOL, DELF, and final IBDP examination fees). - Learning resources and equipment: laptops (required from Year 3 onwards), reading books from Middle Years onwards, and Diploma Programme books. - Official school photos and occasional extra materials for special STEM projects. Refund information - The Enrolment Fee is stated as non-refundable and payable once in a lifetime. - No separate public refund policy for tuition or registration payments is published on the fees page; detailed refund terms for tuition instalments or withdrawals are not listed on the publicly published fee schedule. Fee payment options - The publicly published fee information and schedule do not specify accepted payment methods (e.g., bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) or the exact billing/invoice payment channels on the fee page. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
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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 The school uniform is required for Nursery to Year 9. Year 10 and Diploma Program students do not wear a uniform. Uniforms can be purchased at Uniformes de Colegio SL, and a Recicole Initiative coordinates uniform exchange fairs throughout the year. |
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Food options
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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 The school has its own kitchen facilities with menus prepared and supervised by dieticians. Dietary needs can be accommodated with a doctor's note for allergy or illness; the kitchen is run by Saned. Menu options include Nursery Menu, F3–Y5 Menu, F3–Y5 Lact ovo-vegetarian Menu, and Y6–Y12 Menu. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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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 — |
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Curriculum details
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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 St PETER'S offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum in English from ages 1 to 18, including Pre-IB (ages 1–3), Primary Years Programme (PYP, 3–11), Middle Years Programme (MYP, 11–16), and Diploma Programme (DP, 16–18). The DP is structured around six subject groups and three core components, including Theory of Knowledge, and the Continuum is taught through inquiry-based and concept-based learning with a multilingual approach (English as the main language of instruction; Spanish and Catalan integrated; French also included). In Spain, the IB Diploma is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education as a pathway to university access, and the school provides guidance on converting IB results for Spanish universities when required. The IB Continuum is designed as a coherent pathway from age 1 to 18, beginning with Pre-IB and flowing into PYP, MYP, and DP. The school is the only authorized Barcelona school to offer the IB Continuum in English across all stages. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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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 In the most recent IB Diploma examination session, the average score was 35.3 points out of 45, the highest score was 44 out of 45, and the pass rate was 100%. Additionally, 75% of students achieved two or more points from the Core components, and 28% were awarded a bilingual diploma; the cohort consisted of 40 students. |
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Higher education progression
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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 are admitted to leading universities in Spain and internationally, including Universitat de Barcelona, ESADE Business School, IE University, IQS, La Salle, and, internationally, McGill University, University of Toronto, University of York, King's College London, and other top institutions as listed in the school's university acceptances documentation. |
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Gifted and talented
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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 — |
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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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 The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, tailoring individual plans for those who may need it, and making referrals to trusted external services when deemed necessary. In coordination with the Heads of each stage and the school's team of teachers, the department cares for the emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress of our students. It is a priority to support our students, helping them develop as individuals, taking into account their individual educational needs. Begoña Vilar coordinates the Wellbeing Department, leading follow-up of the students in collaboration with the whole team of teachers and families. . |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) — | Special educational needs (SEN) Psycho-pedagogical support is provided and individual plans are tailored for pupils who may need it, with referrals to trusted external services when necessary. Language Support offers special tuition in smaller groups for students who do not have a high level of Spanish, Catalan or English on arrival, enabling access to regular classes. Learning Support for Language differentiates activities in coordination with the Support Centre, which may provide learning plans and additional support in class or by withdrawing students or groups as required. . |
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English as an additional language
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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 The main language of instruction is English, but Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages. Chinese is taught as an extracurricular language. Students arriving with lower levels of Spanish, Catalan or English receive special tuition in smaller groups to prepare them for regular classes. . |
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Mental wellbeing
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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 The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, focusing on emotional well-being and mental health as part of the school's overall support for academic progress. It coordinates with the Heads of each stage and the teaching team to monitor and support students. Begoña Vilar coordinates the Wellbeing Department and leads follow-up with families and teachers. . |
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Safeguarding
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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 Prevention of Bullying is a priority at St Peter's School. There is a zero-tolerance anti-bullying policy and any member of the school community can report suspected bullying via an anonymous form. The Safe and Supportive Environment Policy outlines the anti-bullying protocol, and all reported cases are investigated carefully and confidentially. . |
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Facilities overview
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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 St PETER'S SCHOOL Barcelona offers a comprehensive set of facilities across sport, academics, health and student life. The campus features dedicated spaces for science and technology, including Science Labs, Lab06 and a Tech Lab, along with a PYP library and a Resource Centre. Health facilities include a Nurse room and a Multisensorial room. Play spaces include the New Nursery Playground, Middle Playground, a Boat area and the Front Playground. Additional facilities include a School Theatre, Meetings rooms and a Reception, plus a Dining Room to support daily meals. The school is the only one in Catalonia with a science laboratory for children aged 0 to 6 years and the only school in Barcelona to offer the IB Continuum in English across Nursery to Diploma. |
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Sports facilities
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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 The sports facilities include a volleyball court, a soccer court, a basketball court and an indoor gym. |
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Academic facilities
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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 Academic facilities include a PYP library, a Resource Centre, Lab06, Science Labs, a Tech Lab and a Dining Room. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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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 Our Afterschool Hub offers activities designed for students and families to thrive, discover talents and passions, play sport, develop new skills and enjoy themselves. We have also included some activities for adults. |
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History
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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 Founded in 1964, St PETER'S School was the first international school in Barcelona to use English as a first language, to embrace coeducation, and to introduce an innovative curriculum. Today it remains a benchmark in education due to its innovative program, the excellence of its students, the quality of its teachers, and the commitment of its international community. It is the only school in Catalonia offering the full IB Continuum in English across Nursery, Primary, Middle Years and Diploma Program. Forbes magazine ranked St PETER'S as the number 1 school in Spain in its latest ranking. Celebrations marked the school's 60th anniversary, as reported in April 2025. |
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Community
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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 St PETER'S community features ambassadors and class representatives to welcome and integrate families. Parents can volunteer in reading groups and in class activities; there are opportunities to participate in International Day, the Christmas fair, Halloween, and a book fair. Parenting workshops and webinars are offered to support families. Social and cultural events for parents are organized throughout the year to help connect within the community. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association — | Parent teacher association Ambassadors and class representatives support family integration. Volunteer opportunities include involvement in reading groups and classroom activities. Social and cultural events for parents are organized throughout the year to foster engagement. |
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Academic & intellectual
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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 Afterschool Hub includes Thinkers Hub providing academic enrichment and problem-solving activities. Examples include chess and robotics. The program is designed to help students develop new skills beyond the classroom. |
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Arts & creative
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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 Afterschool Hub offers a Creative Hub with activities in music and the performing arts, including piano and choir, as well as drama and other creative pursuits. |
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Cultural & language
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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 Language Hub offers Spanish and English for adults, supporting language development within the afterschool program. |
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Social & hobbies
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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 Sports Hub and Creative Hub offer sports and recreational activities; examples include basketball, football and judo. |
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Community & service
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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 Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) is part of the Diploma Programme; students undertake volunteering through NGO partnerships and organize non-profit fundraising with teachers and the community. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional — | Leadership & professional Career Advising and University Placement are provided through PreU Programs; the Unifrog app helps students explore interests, and university information sessions support college planning. Diploma students may undertake a week-long work placement as part of CAS. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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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 Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to tailor individual plans and coordinate with teachers and families to promote emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress. Prevention of Bullying emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy with an anonymous reporting channel. Language Reception provides targeted language support for students new to Spanish, Catalan or English. |
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Language provision
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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 is the instruction language; Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages. Students pursue official language certifications: Cambridge certificates in English; Catalan Level C; Spanish Level C; and DELF B2 in French. The school offers the full IB Continuum in English across all stages, from Nursery to Diploma. |
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Bilingual teaching
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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 uses English as the language of instruction across all stages from Nursery to Diploma. A bilingual programme in Spanish and English is offered. Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages, helping students become multilingual. |
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Awards Apple Distinguished School; Inspired School membership (part of Inspired Education Group). | Awards — |
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Accreditations
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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 — |
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Admissions
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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 The school has a policy of continuous enrolment, accepting applications and enrolling students throughout the year depending on available seats and the applicant profile. In February and March, the school holds in-person and virtual Open Days. For September admissions, apply by February. The three phases of the admissions procedure are: 1. Personal Interview with the family, where the admissions team interviews the family and student candidate to explain the school philosophy and programs (virtual interviews are available if the family is abroad). 2. Candidate Assessment, based on a personal interview with the candidate, an academic transcript from the previous school and references from the previous school; when necessary, the candidate undertakes an entrance test; learning difficulties or other specific needs should be communicated at the start of the application; fulfilment of these points is required for acceptance. 3. Acceptance and Enrolment, where accepted students complete additional documentation and pay tuition and other payments; if there is no place after acceptance, the admissions team will work to resolve the situation; preference is given to families already at the school and to students with strong references. For inquiries, contact +34 93 204 36 12. |
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Scholarships
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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 Maria Rosa Culell Scholarship provides scholarships to students who wish to enrol in the IB Diploma Program and complete their baccalaureate at St PETER'S SCHOOL each year. These grants are merit-based and support students with excellent academic and non-academic achievements to ensure access to the two-year IB Diploma Program at St PETER'S SCHOOL. The application period for scholarships begins in November and ends in February. |
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