Richmond International School vs The British School of Barcelona - Castelldefels Campus

	R Richmond International School Barcelona, Spain	T The British School of Barcelona - Castelldefels Campus Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €13,100	Fees / year €11,200 - 20,250
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 163	Pupils 1,200
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2013	Opened 1958
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located at 14-16 Rambla del Garraf, Sant Pere de Ribes, 08810 Catalunya, Spain. It sits in the Sant Pere de Ribes area in the Barcelona region and is well-connected with good transport links. A Google Maps directions link is available on the contact page.	Location The school operates across three campuses in the Barcelona metropolitan area: City Campus in Barcelona, Castelldefels Campus, and Sitges Campus. City Campus is at Carrer de l'Esperança, 32, 08017 Barcelona. Castelldefels Campus is at Carrer Ginesta, 26, 08860 Castelldefels. Sitges Campus is at Passeig Isaac Albéniz, s/n, 08870 Sitges.
Stages	Stages Nursery to Year 13.	Stages City Campus and Castelldefels Campus serve ages 2-18; Sitges Campus serves ages 2-11.
School type	School type International multilingual school.	School type Private, co-educational international day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Many nationalities are represented, mainly European, including the United Kingdom and Spain; other nationalities include France, Lithuania, Russia, Poland, Latvia, Ukraine, and the Netherlands. There are also students from China, the United States, and South America. The main language of instruction is English, and most classes are taught in English.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school is fully inclusive, with personalized attention to each student and education grounded in values.	Additional learning support The school provides for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Authorized to offer British education to students of all nationalities; NABSS member.	Country affiliation UK curriculum; British international school in Spain.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs from 8:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details The Summer School 2024 bus route runs Barcelona to Castelldefels with morning and afternoon services; it stops at central Barcelona locations (e.g., Av. Marquès de l'Argentera, Passeig de Gràcia) and Castelldefels (Passeig de la Marina) with morning departures around 7:40–8:28 and returns around 17:15–18:25.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - The school does not publish a fixed public application or registration fee schedule. Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - Richmond International School does not make a detailed fee schedule (per year group, per term) publicly available. Published fee tables for specific year groups are not provided. - Independent press and school-directory summaries give ballpark figures used by parents and local guides: reported monthly fees in media coverage have been described in the region of approximately EUR 750 to EUR 1,100 per month; an average annual tuition figure is reported around EUR 13,100 in third‑party listings. These figures are estimates reported externally and do not replace a formal fee schedule from the school. Billing schedule and payment terms - A published billing schedule (for example: annual, per-term, or monthly instalments), payment deadlines, and standard contractual payment terms for tuition are not publicly posted. The school's formal policies address complaints and finance-related matters but do not set out a public timetable of fee instalments. Boarding fees (if applicable) - There is no published indication that Richmond International School operates boarding accommodation. The school is described as providing Early Years through Year 13 education (day provision). No boarding fees are listed. Other costs and fees (uniform, materials, extras) - The school operates a uniform shop with itemised prices for uniform pieces. Examples of current listed retail prices are: - Polo shirt: EUR 21.59. - Blazer (americana): EUR 39.95. - Bermuda shorts: EUR 42.99; blouse: EUR 12.99; jumper: EUR 49.19; sports trousers: EUR 17.59; full‑length uniform trousers: EUR 39.99. - The school runs educational trips and excursions as part of its programme; associated trip costs and charges for extra‑curricular activities, school meals (lunch/food service), transport, special programmes, exam fees, or learning resources are not published as a consolidated fees list. Additional charges for trips, meals and activities are customary but specific amounts are not made public. Refund information - There is no publicly posted, itemised refund policy for tuition and enrolment fees. The school's published complaints policy addresses dispute procedures but does not present a public fee‑refund schedule. Any refund rules would be set out in the school's admission/enrolment contract rather than in a public fee table. Fee payment options - Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, credit card) are not published in a public fees or admissions schedule. Parents should expect standard methods used by private schools, but the school has not posted a public list of payment options. Summary for parents - Richmond International School does not publish a full, public fee schedule broken down by year group and term. Published public information includes uniform item prices in the school shop and external estimates of typical tuition ranges used in local guidance and directories. For precise, student‑specific tuition and contractual billing details, the school provides formal figures directly through its admissions and enrolment process rather than in a public fee table.	Fee details Application fees and first-year joining fee - Matriculation (one-time, first-year) fee: EUR 3,200. Subsequent siblings' matriculation fee: EUR 1,600. Tuition fees by campus and year group (annual and per term) Note: where the school operates different campuses the published annual fees differ by campus. Per-term figures below are calculated as the published annual fee divided by three (Academic year split into three terms) and are shown for convenience; the school invoices on an annual basis and provides instalment options (see Billing schedule). - BSB Sitges / BSB Castelldefels / BSB Nexus (Academic year 2025–2026; annual fee — per term [annual ÷ 3]): - Pre-Nursery (3 full days): EUR 6,300 — Per term: EUR 2,100.00. - Pre-Nursery (4 full days): EUR 7,600 — Per term: EUR 2,533.33. - Pre-Nursery (5 half days): EUR 5,705 — Per term: EUR 1,901.67. - Pre-Nursery (full-time / 5 days): EUR 8,150 — Per term: EUR 2,716.67. - Nursery (3 full days): EUR 8,800 — Per term: EUR 2,933.33. - Nursery (4 full days): EUR 11,000 — Per term: EUR 3,666.67. - Nursery (5 half days): EUR 8,260 — Per term: EUR 2,753.33. - Nursery (full-time): EUR 11,800 — Per term: EUR 3,933.33. - Reception (full-time): EUR 11,800 — Per term: EUR 3,933.33. - Year 1 and Year 2: EUR 13,420 per year — Per term: EUR 4,473.33. - Year 3: EUR 15,900 per year — Per term: EUR 5,300.00. - Years 4–6: EUR 16,050 per year — Per term: EUR 5,350.00. - Years 7–8: EUR 17,700 per year — Per term: EUR 5,900.00. - Year 9: EUR 15,850 per year — Per term: EUR 5,283.33. - Years 10–11: EUR 16,650 per year — Per term: EUR 5,550.00. - Year 12 A-Levels: EUR 18,550 per year — Per term: EUR 6,183.33. - Year 12 IB: EUR 19,050 per year — Per term: EUR 6,350.00. - Year 13 A-Levels: EUR 18,550 per year — Per term: EUR 6,183.33. - Year 13 IB: EUR 19,050 per year — Per term: EUR 6,350.00. - BSB City (Esperança and Lucà campuses — Academic year 2025–2026; annual fee — per term [annual ÷ 3]): - Nursery and Reception: EUR 12,800 per year — Per term: EUR 4,266.67. - Year 1 and Year 2: EUR 14,700 per year — Per term: EUR 4,900.00. - Year 3: EUR 17,440 per year — Per term: EUR 5,813.33. - Years 4–6: EUR 17,540 per year — Per term: EUR 5,846.67. - Years 7–9: EUR 19,175 per year — Per term: EUR 6,391.67. - Years 10–11: EUR 20,250 per year — Per term: EUR 6,750.00. - Years 12–13 (Pre-University): EUR 20,000 per year — Per term: EUR 6,666.67. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are published as annual amounts. The school issues annual invoices and offers instalment options for payment; published guidance indicates fees are commonly paid across instalments during the school year (the school also publishes a prompt-payment discount deadline). A prompt-payment discount of 2% applies for payment by bank transfer made before the published date (example: before 1 September 2025 on the 2025–2026 schedule). - The school communicates instalment options on its fee documents; families should expect the annual fee to be broken into multiple invoices/instalments rather than a single one-off payment. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The British School of Barcelona is a day school operating multiple day campuses (Sitges, Castelldefels, City, Nexus); no boarding fees are published. Other costs and optional charges - School lunch (where optional or not included): BSB publishes cafeteria charges; examples from the published schedules for 2025–2026 show monthly lunch menus priced at approximately EUR 210–EUR 210 (varies by campus) and per-day lunch options (e.g., EUR 13–EUR 15/day depending on campus). - External examination fees (IGCSE, A-Level, IB) are not included in tuition and are charged separately. - School uniform: charged separately (uniform costs vary by item and year group). Uniform costs are listed as an additional expense and are not included in the published tuition. - After-school activities and extra-curricular clubs: charged separately (individual activity fees apply). - School transport (bus): charged separately; routes and fees vary by distance and campus. - Locker maintenance fee: EUR 20 per year (from Year 7 to Year 11) is published as not included in the tuition for the 2025–2026 documents. Refund information - The matriculation fee is published as a first-year joining fee; the school's published materials refer to the matriculation amount in the first-year joining section and third-party captures of the school's fee schedule describe it as non-refundable. For the 2025–2026 schedules the matriculation figure is EUR 3,200 (siblings EUR 1,600). Specific refund rules for tuition or deposits (for mid-year withdrawal or deferred entry) are handled under the school's formal terms and conditions; the published fee sheets state the matriculation amount and sibling rates but do not list general tuition-refund tables on the fee schedule itself. Fee concessions, sibling discounts, and reductions - Sibling concessions apply to tuition only. Published sibling tuition discounts for 2025–2026 are: 10% for the third child, 15% for the fourth child, and 20% for the fifth child and any subsequent children. The matriculation fee reduction for subsequent siblings is EUR 1,600 (i.e., a reduced matriculation figure). A prompt-payment discount of 2% is published for full-year payment by bank transfer before the deadline. Fee payment options - Bank transfer: accepted — a prompt-payment discount is specifically linked to payment by bank transfer in the published fee documents. - Instalments: the school issues annual fees with instalment options; the published guidance shows families commonly pay the annual amount across multiple instalments during the school year. Summary (what these fees cover) - Published tuition figures for each year group include core tuition plus the items specifically listed for that year group (examples: lunch & snack for Early Years and many Primary year groups, morning childcare/“guardería” from 8:30am for Early Years where indicated, school materials and books or licences for online textbooks, school insurance and education-continuity insurance). External exam fees, uniform, transport, after-school clubs, some lunches for older year groups, and specific extras are charged separately.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform; it can be purchased through the Store on the website or at El Corte Inglés in Diagonal.	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform. In Secondary, House PE T-shirts are used, with a different colour for each of the four houses. The uniform range includes a BSB Coat, BSB Fleece, BSB Waterproof, BSB Rucksack, BSB Gilet, and a Summer dress for Primary.
Food options	Food options Lunch is at 12:00; the school provides a catering service and eating at school is mandatory; the catering can accommodate most dietary needs.	Food options School Lunch is freshly cooked in our school kitchens, with dietary requirements accommodated; menus include vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options.
House system	House system —	House system There are four Houses in City Secondary: Baker (red), Downing (green), Electric (yellow), Fleet (blue).
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is authorized by the Ministry of Education and Culture to offer British education to students of all nationalities. It is a member of NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain).	Governance and ownership Cognita is the proprietor; governance oversight includes Germà Rigau as Governor for the school and Dr Simon Camby as Cognita board member for safeguarding and Group Chief Education Officer; a Regional Safeguarding Lead for Europe and the United States (Alison Barnett) supports safeguarding.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details We are a multilingual international school in Barcelona. The school emphasizes personalized attention to each student, values-based education, and academic excellence with a creative approach to learning. The curriculum reflects British values and uses the latest technologies, while actively promoting multilingualism in several languages. It aims to prepare students to contribute meaningfully to society as leaders in an increasingly complex world. The program fosters excellence across science, technology, the arts, sports, and music, and supports belonging within the school community.	Curriculum details The curriculum is firmly rooted in the English National Curriculum and is delivered across three campuses (Castelldefels, City, Sitges) with an inquiry-based approach. In Early Years, learning follows the Curiosity Approach, while primary uses a transdisciplinary model that connects core and foundation subjects. The secondary and sixth form offer 18 A Level programmes, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), and BTEC Music and BTEC Sport, with pathways designed to meet local university entrance requirements.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results GCSE results (2024) show an overall pass rate of 95%, with 98% achieving 5 or more passes; 60% of grades were 7-9 in 2024 and 98% were 4-9. In English Language, 59% of students achieved 7-9 in their first or second language, and 98% achieved 9-4. KS5 results are strong, with IB results consistently above the global average (average over 34 points; 19% achieving 40+), and both IB and A Level students achieving a 100% pass rate in 2024; A Level grades include 46% A*/A.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates from the 2021-2022 cohort are pursuing degrees at universities in Spain and across Europe, including Moscow State Institute of International Relations (International Business & Finance), University of Groningen (Artificial Intelligence), Universitat Pompeu Fabra (Medicine), Esade (Bachelor of Business Administration), Utrecht University (Business), Universitat de Barcelona (Architecture), and Rubika Montreal (Animation).	Higher education progression 29% of BSB graduates go on to UK universities and 65% access English-medium tertiary courses in other countries.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented A strong leadership programme is pervasive across all departments and phases, offering opportunities for students to lead and follow their passions; house captains and science ambassadors spoke of their roles with confidence. The Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award is available and used by students to develop leadership and project skills. From year 10, a career guidance programme with Unifrog helps high-achieving students explore careers, courses and university destinations.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a warm, caring, and inclusive community with personalized attention to each student. It emphasizes values-based education and the development of each child's talents, creativity and sense of belonging.	Social & emotional learning The British School of Barcelona places wellbeing at the heart of school life. There are designated pastoral and wellbeing leaders and a wellbeing room for KS3 and KS4, with students knowing who to talk to if they have concerns. Staff development includes mental health first aid training as part of Thinking Thursdays and other CPD to support mental health. The school uses a specialised software package to record concerns and support pupil welfare across sites. The overall approach emphasises a supportive, inclusive environment that promotes student resilience and positive relationships.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school is a fully inclusive international school with a family-friendly and welcoming environment and personalized attention to each student.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) policy. The Learning Support Lead has day‑to‑day responsibility for SEND and coordinates provision with staff, parents and external professionals. The school uses a graduated SEND approach with Wave 1 universal support, Wave 2 targeted support and Wave 3 specialist provision, and maintains a SEND Register. Early identification and ongoing assessment guide provision, including for pupils with EAL who may also have SEND. The Headteacher has overall responsibility for SEND and staff are supported to differentiate teaching and adjust provision, with information shared with receiving schools on transfer.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language From age 9, all students must have a high level of English or join the EFL program. The school accepts students with little or no English, and since 2015 has admitted children without English aged 3–6; there are a limited number of primary places for students without English aged 6–9 who have proven academic ability.	English as an additional language The school publishes an English as an Additional Language (EAL) policy. EAL is defined as a pupil whose first language is not English, encompassing those who are fully bilingual and those at varying stages of learning English. EAL pupils may be newly arrived from abroad or from different schooling contexts and will require varying levels of provision. An EAL Coordinator leads provision, with a central register and baseline assessments to guide support; provision is tracked and reviewed, and staff receive ongoing professional development to support language development. Provision may include withdrawal from lessons when appropriate, while ensuring full access to the curriculum, and parents are informed about the specifics of EAL support.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school promotes wellbeing by caring for the entire educational community and promoting healthy habits. It provides a safe, supportive learning environment and supports emotional and personal development; students feel safe, secure and happy.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a core focus; there are Wellbeing Leaders and a Wellbeing Room to support student welfare. Staff undertake mental health first aid training as part of ongoing professional development, including through Thinking Thursdays. The wellbeing approach is integrated with pastoral care to support emotional health and resilience, with systems to help students talk to trusted adults about concerns. Safeguarding and pastoral structures work together to monitor and promote mental wellbeing and early intervention when needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Policies set high expectations for student behavior and are based on the school's goals and values. Good relationships are central to all we do; if everyone acts with respect and understanding, a community where everyone feels included, safe, secure and happy is maintained. The environment is designed to be safe and engaging for learning.	Safeguarding A Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (September 2025) guides safeguarding and pupil welfare. The Child Protection Coordinator (CPC) leads safeguarding and online safety, with Deputy CPCs to support; the CPC coordinates referrals to external agencies and liaises with local authorities, case managers and staff. All staff receive safeguarding and online safety training, including an annual safeguarding refresher, and the policy is reviewed annually and made publicly available to parents. The policy sets out key contacts at each campus and outlines staff responsibilities, with Cognita's safeguarding reviews incorporated into the governance framework.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview We are a multilingual international school with modern facilities that meet the needs of each educational stage and support daily development in a first‑class environment. The facilities include open and bright classrooms and common areas such as a library, cinema room, and cafeteria, along with computer rooms, laboratories and art and music rooms. These spaces are equipped with the latest technology and the materials required for different ages, with a focus on practical, hands‑on learning.	Facilities overview BSB operates across three campuses: Castelldefels, Sitges, and City. The premises and accommodation are outstanding, with a robust focus on safety, comfort and well-being. Each campus features purpose-built outdoor learning areas that provide hands-on experiences. Classrooms across all campuses are spacious, well-resourced and designed to foster flexible and engaging learning. Dining areas provide welcoming spaces for hot lunches, and each campus has a fully equipped medical room with a nurse.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Each campus has sports pitches, swimming pools, and large open areas for physical activities. These facilities support physical education and a broad range of extracurricular activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school has computer rooms, laboratories, and rooms for drawing and music, all equipped with the latest technology and the materials required for the different ages. The computer rooms, laboratories, and art and music rooms are designed to support the curriculum with up‑to‑date resources. A focus on practical learning ensures students gain hands‑on experience across subjects.	Academic facilities BSB boasts exceptional specialist facilities that comprehensively support its curriculum across campuses. Each campus features purpose-built outdoor learning areas that enable hands-on experiences. Classrooms across all campuses are spacious and well-resourced to support flexible, project-based learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Families are encouraged to participate in excursions, cultural visits, and other events that strengthen the sense of community. Many social events are organized throughout the academic year, and parents are welcome and valued participants. The school also fosters artistic expression and the development of musical talents as part of its extracurricular activities.	Extra curricular facilities BSB offers a wide range of high-quality extra-curricular activities across all campuses. These activities complement the curriculum and support student well-being and development.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Richmond International School identifies itself as a multilingual international school and a leader in education inBarcelona. It offers a warm, welcoming environment built on personalized attention to each student and on education in values. The school attributes its progress to teamwork, collaboration, and respect for the roles of each member within the community. Its project emphasizes both academic and personal excellence, creativity, multilingualism, and the adoption of British values, while promoting healthy eating, community wellbeing, and the use of the latest technologies. It also seeks to foster artistic expression, participation in sports, and the development of musical talents.	History The British School of Barcelona was founded in 1958 in Castelldefels as The Anglo-American School. It moved to its present Castelldefels site in 1999 and was renamed The British School of Barcelona to reflect the education offered. It has been part of the Cognita group since 2007. The school now operates across three campuses—Castelldefels, Sitges, and City Campus in central Barcelona—with the City Campus opening in 2021. Cognita Group is the proprietor of the school.
Community	Community Richmond operates in Barcelona as a multilingual international school with a warm, caring community built on a shared vision. Teamwork, collaboration, and respect for each person's role strengthen the school's community. The mission is to prepare students to contribute meaningfully to society as leaders in a complex world. Families describe Richmond as well organized with small class sizes and a welcoming atmosphere, and prospective families are invited to visit for a tour and informal meeting to learn about the project.	Community The school follows UK-accredited curricula and emphasizes spiritual, moral, social and cultural development across all campuses. It maintains a house system and a strong pastoral program, and actively promotes diversity with Celebration Days to recognise different cultures. There is a wide range of after-school clubs, leadership opportunities and charitable work, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. A Wellbeing Centre and dedicated spaces support student welfare across the campuses.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual We pursue academic and personal excellence. We teach and use the latest technologies. We foster a love of science and knowledge.	Academic & intellectual The school teaches UK-accredited curricula and exam syllabuses in English, and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in years 12 and 13.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative We encourage and foster artistic expression. We develop musical talents and abilities. We promote the creativity of our students.	Arts & creative There is a rich programme of extra-curricular activities including drama and music, with annual school musical productions.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language We promote multilingualism in several languages. The main language of instruction is English. The school represents many nationalities, including British, French, Spanish, and others from across Europe and beyond.	Cultural & language The school promotes British cultural events aligned with the UK calendar and exchange visits, and it also celebrates Spanish and Catalan culture and traditions.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Students, families, and staff form a close-knit school community. Parents are kept informed of their children's progress and are encouraged to participate in the school's academic life and in excursions and cultural visits. Numerous social events are organized throughout the year, and parents are welcomed and valued.	Social & hobbies Student leadership and democratic participation are supported through student council elections and public speaking events; Black History Month, the Science Fair and Friday music performances foster collaboration.
Community & service	Community & service The school is authorized by the Ministry of Education and Culture to offer British education to students of all nationalities. It is a member of NABSS. The teachers are highly qualified and carefully selected for their expertise and personal qualities.	Community & service Year 12 and Year 13 students mentor younger pupils; the school maintains links with local organisations such as the Red Cross and has hosted workshops for Ukrainian refugees.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Our main objective is to prepare students to contribute significantly to society as leaders. We instill British values and principles in our students.	Leadership & professional The school has a pastoral system of houses and provides leadership opportunities through student elections and other roles.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing We promote healthy eating habits. We believe in the importance of practicing sport. We foster a love of science and knowledge.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school runs a wide range of extra-curricular activities including sport, and safeguarding and welfare procedures are outstanding, supporting student well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision We are a multilingual international school in Barcelona. The main language of instruction is English; most classes are taught in English and English is the language of interaction between students and teachers. Admission requires English proficiency for all students except Nursery, at a level appropriate to their age for both speaking and writing, with a pre-admission interview and potential language assessment. The school is authorized by the Ministry of Education and Culture to offer British education and is a member of NABSS.	Language provision The English National Curriculum is delivered in English, with the IBDP offered in Years 12 and 13. Spanish and Catalan are taught to native and non-native speakers; social studies in these languages and modern languages are taught in Spanish and Catalan. A few optional post-16 courses give access to Spanish universities. Core teaching is delivered in English, with language study in Spanish and Catalan accompanying the core curriculum.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Catalonia Awards 2021: Award for Academic Excellence and Learning Methodology (Premio a la Excelencia Académica y Metodología del Aprendizaje).	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Authorized by the Ministry of Education and Culture to offer British education; member of NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain).	Accreditations British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Schedule a visit. You can schedule a visit from the 'Schedule a visit' tab in the top menu. The visit marks the beginning of the admissions process. A personal interview and an English language assessment follow the visit. 2. Personal interview. During the visit to the center, we will conduct an interview with you and your child to ensure we are the right school for your child. The interview takes place during the visit. This step is part of the admissions process. 3. English language assessment. We will perform an English language proficiency assessment. The assessment is not conducted in Nursery, and it is not required if the student can already demonstrate proficiency. 4. Admission application. Once the three preceding steps are completed you may submit the admission application to Richmond. The application form can be in Spanish or in English. 5. Enrollment. When you receive the acceptance confirmation by email, your child may sit the entrance tests for their stage if required. After passing the tests, you must fill out the admission form. You will receive by email all the documents required to finalize your child's enrollment.	Admissions The British School of Barcelona is an independent day school for children aged 2 to 18. All enquiries and applications are handled by the Admissions Department. Prospective parents may attend regular open days or arrange a personal tour with Admissions. After a visit, interviews and entrance tests, and the Parent Contract with the Admissions Registration Form and the non-refundable Registration Fee, a place may be offered. If a year group is full, the child is placed on a waiting list; a place is confirmed only after a formal offer and payment of the deposit/registration fee. Taster Days are offered for prospective pupils. Admission to Pre-Nursery and Nursery at the Sitges campus is available for children who turn two by December of the same year for Pre-Nursery (no formal assessment required, but the child is met) and for Nursery, children are welcomed if they turn three by December. Admission to other year groups requires an English language assessment (interview and written test); a maths or other subject-specific assessment may be required for Nexus entry. Pupils must have a working knowledge of the language of instruction; EAL support can be arranged at the parent's expense. Allocation of places, offers and waiting lists occurs after a formal offer and deposit. If there are more applicants than places, priority is given in this order: returning students; siblings; alumnae; length of time registered; and references; Nursery places prioritize full-time over part-time when applying at the same time. The school reserves the right to withdraw an offer if information provided is false or misleading. There is no right to appeal a admission decision; the Headteacher's decision is final. The terms of education are set out in the Parent Contract; the school maintains an Admissions Register in accordance with data protection.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waiting lists apply when a year group is fully subscribed; a place is not guaranteed until a formal offer is made and the deposit/registration is received. The priority order used for allocating places on a waiting list is: returning students; siblings; alumnae; length of time registered; and references. Nursery places give priority to full-time placements over part-time when applications are made at the same time. Applicants are informed within about a week of enquiry whether a place is available, otherwise a place will be offered from the waiting list as it becomes available.
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