Compare Advanced-level SEN International Schools in Barcelona, Spain

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 650

Type Co-educational

St. Paul's School Barcelona is a trilingual, non‑profit foundation that educates students from Early Years to Bachillerato. It follows the Generalitat de Catalunya curriculum with English as a key language, while English, Spanish and Catalan are core languages and French is taught as a fourth language. The school combines a bilingual program with English immersion from the first year and offers an international project supported by native teachers to foster global understanding. Students have opportunities for exchanges and study‑abroad experiences in English‑ and French‑speaking countries, and can pursue the Bachillerato Dual along with the American High School Diploma through its Global Learning framework. Founded in 1968, the school remains committed to excellence, innovation and integrity within a non‑profit foundation. The campus spans four buildings and 12,000 m², housing facilities, libraries, music and art spaces, a STEM room, Greek theatre and outdoor areas. Extracurriculars include soccer, dance, swimming, judo and hockey.

Location

Av. Pearson, 41, 08034 Barcelona, Spain. Located at the foot of the Collserola natural park, the campus offers a privileged setting for learning.

Stages

Early Years to the end of Bachillerato; four educational stages: Early Years, Primaria, Secundaria, Bachillerato.

Type

concertado (semi-private) bilingual school; private non-profit foundation; tri-lingual program with English immersion from the first year of schooling.

Additional learning support

The Psychopedagogical Office provides prevention programs for mental health and bullying; offers individual and group interventions for emotional, behavioral and academic issues; specialists provide psychological, psychopedagogical and speech evaluations; designs enriched and accelerated programs for high-ability students; individualized plans (PAI) for students with special needs; supports autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, speech difficulties and dyscalculia; provides teacher guidance.

Bus service

The school runs three morning routes and three afternoon routes within Barcelona. Morning routes: Route 01 Av. Paral·lel to St. Paul's School; Route 02 Cartagena with Travessera de Gràcia; Route 03 Av. Diagonal with C/ de Badajoz. Afternoon routes: Route 01 Gran Via de les Corts-Farell; Route 02 Cartagena with Mallorca; Route 03 Av. Diagonal with C/ de Badajoz.

Application fees

- The school does not publish a public, itemised application or enrolment fee schedule for the current academic year on its publicly available materials.

Tuition fees by year group

- There is no publicly available, detailed tuition-rate table (by term or by year group) for the current academic year on the school's publicly accessible pages or published transparency documents. The school is a private–concertado centre: the infant, primary and compulsory-secondary stages are managed under public concert arrangements while Bachillerato (post‑compulsory years) is listed as non‑subsidised; the distinction in funding status is indicated in the school's transparency/legal documentation.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school does not publish a standard public billing schedule (term dates with corresponding instalments), payment-deadline policy or advertised penalty/late‑payment terms in its publicly available materials. Families should note that formal billing and payment terms are not listed in the documents and pages that are publicly available.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- St. Paul's School operates as a day school; no boarding or residential provision is listed among the school services. Accordingly, there are no boarding fees published because boarding is not offered. The school lists day services such as dining and transport.

Other costs and fees

- Dining (school meals / comedor): the school operates its own dining service and describes the catering team and menus, but no fixed per‑term or per‑meal price list for regular school meals is published in the school's public pages. Families should expect a separate charge for school meals when used.

- School transport: the school publishes organised bus routes and a transport service for families, but does not publish route pricing or per‑pupil transport tariffs in the school's public materials.

- Extracurricular activities and summer/sport camps: these services are offered with specific event pricing when scheduled. As an example, a recent Sport Camp listing shows published short‑program prices (examples: €195.00 and €240.00 for specific weekly options). These prices apply to the listed camp sessions and do not substitute for a published annual tuition schedule.

- Uniforms, books, supplies and school insurance: the school lists typical school services (including dining, activities and insurance in its foundation's activity list) but does not publish a public itemised cost schedule for uniform, textbooks, school insurance or materials. Families should expect separate, additional costs for uniforms, textbooks and consumable materials when required.

Refund information

- The school does not publish a public refund policy or a publicly available fee‑refund schedule for application, enrolment or tuition payments in the materials available online. No explicit, publicly posted rules for refunds, reimbursements or cancellation penalties are available in the school's public disclosures.

Fee-payment options (methods accepted)

- The school's publicly accessible pages and transparency documents do not publish a definitive list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card or direct debit). No public, itemised payment-method instructions are listed in the materials reviewed.

Short summary of the public information available

- St. Paul's School publishes its institutional, service and legal/transparency information, and it clearly lists day services such as the dining room, school transport and extracurricular programmes. The school's publicly available listings and transparency documents do not include an itemised, up‑to‑date tuition schedule, application fee, payment schedule, refund policy or a published list of accepted payment methods for the current academic year. A small number of specific event prices (for example, short sports-camp fees) are published when those events are advertised.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform. Uniform is listed among the school's services and forms part of the student dress code.

Food Options

The St. Paul's School kitchen consists of four chefs, twelve support staff, and a nutritionist who work together to prepare over 900 daily meals. The dining room service includes lunch and a snack for students from I3 to PRI2, and breakfast and lunch for students from PRI3 to BACH2. The menus feature over 150 eco-friendly ingredients, and the school provides special menus to meet dietary needs and offers nutrition workshops.

Governance and Ownership

The school is a private non-profit organization. It operates under a private foundation, St. Paul's Foundation.

Curriculum

St. Paul's School Barcelona is a trilingual institution that educates students from Early Years to Bachillerato. It follows the Generalitat de Catalunya curriculum with emphasis on English. English, Spanish and Catalan are core languages, with French taught as a fourth language. The school offers an international project with native teachers to support global development. Students have opportunities for exchanges and study abroad programmes in English- and French-speaking countries. The curriculum is complemented by international experiences and pathways to the American High School Diploma through its Global Learning framework.

Exam Results

In Secondary, the school promotes multilingual education and external examinations as indicators of success, including Cambridge First and Cambridge Advanced English exams and DELF French. The school reports outstanding results in these assessments.

Gifted and Talented

The school stimulates talent and high performance and provides support for learners with special educational needs through the Psycho-pedagogical Department.

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St. Peter's School Barcelona

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English

Ages 1 - 18 years

Fees €11,250 - 22,250

Pupils 600

Type Co-educational

St Peter's School Barcelona is an IB Continuum school delivering the IB across Nursery to Diploma in English. Pre-IB (ages 1–3) leads to PYP (3–11), MYP (11–16) and DP (16–18). Learning is inquiry‑ and concept‑based with a multilingual approach: English as the main language, with Spanish and Catalan integrated and French included. In Spain, the IB Diploma is recognized by the Ministry of Education for university access, and the school supports converting IB results for universities when required. Founded in 1964, St Peter's was Barcelona's first international school to adopt English as a primary language and to embrace coeducation. It is the only Barcelona school authorised to offer the full IB Continuum in English across Nursery to Diploma. Facilities include science labs (Lab06, Science Labs, Tech Lab), libraries, a nurse room, play spaces, a theatre, dining room, and sports courts. Afterschool Hub offers Thinkers Hub, Creative Hub and Language Hub.

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.

Stages

Nursery; Primary Years Program; Middle Years Program; Diploma Program.

Type

The school is an international IB Continuum school. It offers the IB programs in English across Nursery to Diploma.

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.

Bus service

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.

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.

Curriculum

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.

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.

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.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

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. .

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. .

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

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. .

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. .

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. .

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.

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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The British College of Gavà

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €8,190 - 15,360

Pupils 450

Type Co-educational

Located near Barcelona, The British College of Gavà is a British international school serving Nursery to Year 13 and part of Inspired Education Group since its founding in 2015. The campus sits on a large, green site among pine trees, with separate areas for Early Years, Primary and Secondary and a fully enclosed campus for safety. The school uses English-language instruction with EAL support, and languages include French from Year 3, plus Spanish and Catalan as foreign languages. In Primary, the curriculum follows the English National Curriculum up to GCSE (Year 11), before students transition to the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. The Diploma core includes Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay, with Education for Sustainable Development embedded through CAS. The school also offers the IB Career-related Programme with partner organisations in Performing Arts, Innovation in Sports and Entrepreneurship. Facilities include three science laboratories, a large sports hall, a multi-purpose auditorium, outdoor playing fields and Forest School, plus two IT suites with iMacs. The campus hosts music, drama and dance, an e-Athletes program, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Location

The British College of Gavà is located in Gavà, Catalonia, Spain. The campus sits among pine trees in lush gardens with modern, spacious premises about 20 minutes from Barcelona city. The school's address is Carrer de Josep Lluís Sert, 32, 08850 Gavà, Barcelona. The campus is completely enclosed for safety, and car drop-off happens on site.

Stages

Early Years Foundation Stage; Primary; Secondary; IB Diploma Programme (IBDP); IB Career-related Programme (IBCP).

Type

British international school offering IGCSE and IB programmes.

Country affiliation

United Kingdom

Bus service

BCG offers a daily bus transport service to and from the school, organized around families' needs. Modern buses are used and comply with safety rules, with a monitor supervising the route. Car drop-off can be completed within school premises.

Annual tuition fees by year group (2025/26 academic year)

- EYFS (Nursery and Reception, Ages 3–4): EUR 9,010 per year.
- Lower Primary (Key Stage 1, Years 1–2, Ages 5–6): EUR 11,140 per year.
- Upper Primary (Key Stage 2, Years 3–6, Ages 7–10): EUR 12,940 per year.
- Secondary (Key Stage 3, Years 7–9, Ages 11–13): EUR 14,140 per year.
- Secondary (Key Stage 4, Years 10–11, Ages 14–15): EUR 15,290 per year.
- Sixth Form (Years 12–13, Ages 16–17): EUR 15,360 per year.

Equivalent billing breakdowns (school billing practice and arithmetic conversions)

- The school bills annual tuition in 10 monthly instalments (September to June). Monthly instalment amounts (annual fee ÷ 10):
- EYFS: EUR 901.00 per month.
- Lower Primary: EUR 1,114.00 per month.
- Upper Primary: EUR 1,294.00 per month.
- Secondary KS3: EUR 1,414.00 per month.
- Secondary KS4: EUR 1,529.00 per month.
- Sixth Form: EUR 1,536.00 per month.

- For database display using a per-term equivalent (simple division by three):
- EYFS: EUR 3,003.33 per term.
- Lower Primary: EUR 3,713.33 per term.
- Upper Primary: EUR 4,313.33 per term.
- Secondary KS3: EUR 4,713.33 per term.
- Secondary KS4: EUR 5,096.67 per term.
- Sixth Form: EUR 5,120.00 per term.

Application, enrollment and annual charges

- Non-returnable admission fee (payable on acceptance of a place): EUR 2,900 per pupil. No reimbursement is made in case of cancellation of a place at any time.
- Annual re-enrolment fee (billed in February; includes materials, books, tech fee and insurance): EUR 680. This re-enrolment fee is non-refundable.
- A separate (one-off) assessment fee of EUR 30 is charged for certain admissions assessments (applies to assessments described in the admissions process).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is presented as a full-year figure corresponding to a 10-month school year; invoices are issued and collected by direct debit in advance during the first five days of each month (payments are required monthly, September–June).
- All fees, charges, residential trips, buses, excursions, extracurricular activities and similar items are charged by direct debit; extracurricular activities are charged termly.
- If direct debit is not possible, an exception request must be submitted by email to the financial director for consideration. A bank rejection charge of EUR 15 applies each time a payment is rejected.
- Advance (single) payment of the full annual tuition is eligible for a 1.25% discount if the full-year payment is made before July 15 (request must be made within the school's stated deadlines). Contact the school invoicing address for administration of advance payment.

Sibling discounts

- 3rd child: 10% discount. 4th child: 15% discount. 5th and subsequent children: 20% discount. Valid sibling accreditation must be presented where required.

Other costs and compulsory items

- School lunches are compulsory and are included in the tuition fee; packed lunches are not permitted.
- School uniform is compulsory and is required for all students; uniform costs are charged to families.
- Only students starting Year 7 are required to purchase a Chromebook (one-off cost borne by the family).
- External examination and National Curriculum Test charges are additional where applicable; these amounts are added to the billed invoices when relevant.
- School bus (transport) is optional and attracts a separate charge; transport registration is requested at enrolment and occasional or daily tickets may be available at a higher unit cost. Transport fees follow the school's payment and cancellation rules.
- Optional extracurricular activities, residential trips and special events are charged separately and billed by direct debit; invoices for these items are issued before the event takes place.

Refund and withdrawal rules (fee consequences)

- The admission fee (EUR 2,900) is non-returnable. The re-enrolment fee (EUR 680) is non-refundable. No reimbursement is made in case of cancellation of a place at any time once admission fees are paid.
- Parents of pupils intending to leave the school in June must provide written confirmation of departure before 28 February; no refund will be made if notice of departure is given after 15 April.
- For permanent withdrawal, the school requires at least three months' notice by email to the school's designated address; parents must pay the school's fees during the three-month notice period. If a student starts during an ongoing month, the full monthly tuition fee for that month is payable and no refund is issued for partial months or absences.

Fee payment options

- Primary payment method: direct debit from a bank account; all invoices are collected by direct debit and parents sign an authorization form for the school to collect payments. Exceptions to direct debit require an approved request to the financial director.
- The school administers advance/full-year payment discount requests and invoicing queries through the school invoicing contact (invoices@bcgava.com) and finance office channels.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; the published fee schedule and terms describe day-school tuition, compulsory lunches, optional transport and no boarding fees.

Uniform Requirement

BCG has a school uniform that all students wear daily, except those in Year 12 and Year 13. The uniform varies slightly by academic level, and there is a separate sports uniform for Physical Education.

Food Options

Lunch is freshly prepared on-site daily and served in multiple shifts from 12:00 to 14:00. Menus are designed to align with nutritional guidelines and the Mediterranean diet, and accommodate dietary needs including allergies, intolerances or health requirements.

House System

The school uses a house system with four houses: Red, Green, Blue, Yellow. Each pupil is allocated to a house; house points are awarded for altruistic acts, participation and academic success; the houses compete for the House Cup at the end of the academic year.

Governance and Ownership

The British College of Gavà operates as part of Education in Excellence, SL, and is a member of Inspired Education Group.

Curriculum

IB Diploma Programme is offered for students aged 16–18 and includes six subject groups (Studies in Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, The Arts) with a core comprising Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay. The Diploma Programme develops reflective, independent, globally minded learners and includes an Education for Sustainable Development project as part of CAS. The school also offers the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), a vocational pathway with partner organisations in Performing Arts, Innovation in Sports and Entrepreneurship. In Secondary, the curriculum runs English National Curriculum up to GCSE (Year 11) before students move into the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. Primary (Year 2–6) delivers English-language learning with EAL support; French begins in Year 3; Spanish and Catalan are taught as foreign languages, with emphasis on multilingual development and cultural understanding. Education for Sustainable Development is a fundamental thread throughout the school.

Higher Education Progression

The Diploma Programme is respected by leading universities worldwide and provides a rigorous pre-university pathway; The Career-related Programme equips students with a vocational pathway and partnerships with external organisations; DP/CP graduates typically progress to higher education at universities worldwide.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Daily PSHE sessions address social and emotional development; regular wellness sessions support mental health for students and staff; an extensive pastoral network includes tutors, pastoral leads, listening mentors and a peer-support programme.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Two SEND Coordinators, Laia Boix (EYFS & Primary) and Alba Rosas (Secondary & IB); two SEND Teaching Assistants; Wave-based provision (Wave 1: quality-first teaching; Wave 2: targeted small-group/individual interventions; Wave 3: personalised long-term support); inclusive access arrangements for assessments in line with JCQ and IB; an intervention teacher in the primary school coordinates Wave 2 with support from the secondary librarian; Parent involvement through IEPs and reviews.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school recognises that English as an Additional Language learners may show learning difficulties not related to SEND; a careful assessment approach distinguishes EAL-related language needs from SEND, with a graduated approach to language and learning support across the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing

Well-being is integrated with safeguarding. Daily PSHE sessions support social and emotional development; regular wellness sessions are available for students and staff; a comprehensive pastoral network provides mental health and wellbeing support.

Safeguarding

The school has a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy DSL. The DSL coordinates safeguarding and wellbeing, manages referrals to local authorities and relevant agencies; staff receive safeguarding and anti-discrimination training; online safety policies and procedures are in place.

Admissions

Submit an Inquiry: Complete the form at the bottom of the page so our admissions team can contact you. Schedule a Visit or Call: Book a visit to our campus or schedule a call with our team to learn more about our school and get your questions answered. Assessment and Requirements: Students from Year 4 onwards will be invited to English and CAT4 assessment at BCG; a non-refundable €30 admissions assessment fee applies. Secondary students will also need a reference letter from their current/previous school. Admission Confirmation: If the results are what is expected, your child's place will be reserved upon payment of the admission and matriculation fees. Enrollment Process: We will send further instructions to start submitting all required documents and complete the enrolment process.

Waitlist

Waiting List: If no place is available, parents may place their child's name on the waiting list for the school. The school cannot guarantee when a place may become available. There is no appeal process for admission to the school. The decision of the principal is final.

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The British School of Barcelona - Castelldefels Campus

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €11,200 - 20,250

Pupils 1200

Type Co-educational

The British School of Barcelona is a private, co-educational international day school for ages 2 to 18, delivering the English National Curriculum with an inquiry-based approach across three campuses: Castelldefels, Sitges and City Campus. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with BTEC Music and BTEC Sport, ensuring options aligned to entry requirements. In Early Years, learning follows the Curiosity Approach; primary uses a transdisciplinary model linking core and foundation subjects, while the secondary and sixth form provide 18 A Level courses alongside the IBDP. Founded in 1958 as The Anglo-American School, it moved to Castelldefels in 1999 and has been part of the Cognita group since 2007. Facilities span campuses with outdoor areas, spacious classrooms, dining areas and a medical room with a nurse. Extracurricular activities include drama and music, cultural and language activities, community service and student leadership, complemented by safeguarding and wellbeing.

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

City Campus and Castelldefels Campus serve ages 2-18; Sitges Campus serves ages 2-11.

Type

Private, co-educational international day school.

Additional learning support

The school provides for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

Country affiliation

UK curriculum; British international school in Spain.

Bus service

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.

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.

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

School Lunch is freshly cooked in our school kitchens, with dietary requirements accommodated; menus include vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options.

House System

There are four Houses in City Secondary: Baker (red), Downing (green), Electric (yellow), Fleet (blue).

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.

Curriculum

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.

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

29% of BSB graduates go on to UK universities and 65% access English-medium tertiary courses in other countries.

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.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

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)

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 (EAL)

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 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

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.

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.

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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The Olive Tree School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 16 years

Fees €9,300 - 13,600

Pupils 200

Type Co-educational

The Olive Tree School is a British international school for ages 3 to 16 that follows the British Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE. It is NABSS-regulated. The school uses pupil-centred learning with Montessori- and Waldorf-inspired pedagogy, placing thinking, exploration and creative problem solving at the heart of learning. The curriculum sits alongside the British framework, with pupils taking UK GCSE assessments at age 16. It is a Pearson Edexcel GCSE centre. Class sizes are small, about 20 pupils, and the total roll is around 200. English is the language of instruction, with around 30 nationalities represented. Facilities include a Science lab, ICT room, art studio, two libraries, a theatre, a music room, outdoor classrooms, vegetable plots, and a 1000-square-metre sports hall. The school offers Shakespeare productions, termly Theme Days, termly trips to nearby sites and Barcelona, and a range of enrichment programmes and clubs spanning science, arts, leadership and creativity worldwide.

Location

Carrer les Modistes 8, Sant Pere de Ribes, 08812 Barcelona

Stages

Nursery & Reception (Saplings); Primary School; Secondary School; ages 3–16

Type

British international school following the British Curriculum; NABSS-regulated

Pupil Nationality Mix

Pupils come from 30 nationalities; English is the common language

Additional learning support

Inclusive SEND policy; SEND specialists and classroom teachers ensure needs are understood and met; SENCo leads provision, coordinating universal and targeted support and PPPs; staff training and family involvement.

Country affiliation

United Kingdom affiliation; British International School following the British Curriculum; NABSS-regulated

Registration & Admissions Fees
- Registration fee: €2,830 payable on admission for pupils entering above Nursery/Reception; this fee is paid once and is non-returnable.
- Reduced registration fee for a second child: €1,830.
- Waiting-list fee: €300 per child to join the waiting list; this fee is non-refundable and is deducted from the registration fee if the child subsequently registers.

Tuition fees (annual amounts by year group)
- Nursery (age 3): €9,300 per year.
- Reception (age 4): €9,300 per year.
- Year 1 (age 5): €11,900 per year.
- Year 2 (age 6): €11,900 per year.
- Year 3 (age 7): €11,900 per year.
- Year 4 (age 8): €11,900 per year.
- Year 5 (age 9): €11,900 per year.
- Year 6 (age 10): €11,900 per year.
- Year 7 (age 11): €13,100 per year.
- Year 8 (age 12): €13,100 per year.
- Year 9 (age 13): €13,100 per year.
- Year 10 (age 14): €13,600 per year.
- Year 11 (age 15): €13,600 per year.
(Annual tuition figures as published for the current school fees schedule).

Sibling discounts
- A 30% discount in tuition is applied for a third child and any subsequent children from the same family.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The public fee materials list annual tuition amounts and registration/ waiting-list fees but do not publish a detailed billing schedule (for example: per-term invoice amounts, instalment deadlines, required deposits, or late-payment penalties). The school requires payment of the registration fee to secure a place.

Boarding
- Boarding fees: Not applicable. No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's publicly published admissions and fees materials; the school operates as a day school for ages 3–16.

Other costs and regular extras
- School lunches: Contracted school lunch price is €8.95 per day when taken every weekday of the month; occasional daily lunches are priced at €9.95 per day.
- Uniform, books, learning resources, exam fees, extracurricular clubs, individual music tuition, transportation, or other optional charges are not itemised in the published annual-fee graphic. Specific optional-cost items and their prices are not publicly listed.

Refund information
- Registration fee and waiting-list fee are explicitly stated as non-returnable/non-refundable. No public, detailed tuition-refund scale (for withdrawal part-way through the year, prorated refunds, or exceptional refunds) is published in the fee materials.

Fee payment options
- The school's publicly available fee pages and admissions information do not specify accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, direct debit) or invoicing methods. The registration fee is required to secure a place.

Brief summary of missing or unspecified items (for clarity)
- The published materials provide annual tuition amounts by year group, registration and waiting-list fees, sibling discount and lunch prices, but they do not publish: a full per-term breakdown or instalment schedule; payment deadlines or late-payment penalties; accepted payment methods; a detailed list of additional compulsory fees (uniform, learning resources, exam or activity fees) or their prices; nor a formal, detailed tuition-refund schedule for mid-year withdrawal. These items were not located in the school's publicly posted fees and admissions pages.

Curriculum

The Olive Tree School offers pupil-centred learning for 3-16 year olds. Montessori- and Waldorf-inspired pedagogy places thinking, exploration and creative problem solving at the heart of learning; the curriculum sits alongside the British framework, with pupils taking UK GCSE assessments at age 16. The Olive Tree School is a Pearson Edexcel GCSE centre. Class sizes are small, about 20 pupils, and the total pupil roll is around 200.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes around 20 pupils. The school has about 200 pupils.

Exam Results

GCSE results show strong progress across 2015-2025. 64% of pupils achieved grade 7 or above across all subjects and 94% achieved grade 5-6 or above. In English, 67% achieved grade 7+ and 100% achieved grade 4+; in Maths, 82% achieved grade 7+ and 100% achieved grade 4+; in Science, 43% achieved grade 7+ and 99% achieved grade 4+.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Welfare is a priority for pupils aged 11–16. A trusted tutor supports each pupil with a consistent daily tutor, and mentoring occurs every two weeks in a safe, private space. There is an open-door policy with the three heads for emotional support, and a school psychologist is available for private sessions when beneficial. A PSHE programme runs weekly to address identity, relationships, safety, health, and related topics. The school also offers a Girls' Talk Club for 11–16 year olds and an LGBTQ+ Club to explore gender, equality, and related issues.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Olive Tree School has an inclusive SEND policy with SEND specialists and classroom teachers who ensure that every child's needs are understood and met, aiming for each child to reach their full potential. The school has named SENCo leaders in primary and secondary, external SEND training for staff, and a structured approach (assessment, planning, provision, review) to identify and support pupils with SEND, with regular liaison with families. SEND staff include dedicated specialists and a Speech and Language Therapist, and there is a formal process for monitoring and adjusting provision.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through a robust welfare framework: a dedicated tutor for each pupil, regular mentoring, and an open-door policy with senior leaders. A school psychologist provides additional professional support, and PSHE is designed to create a safe space for discussion of health, relationships, and life choices. The welfare and mentoring programmes reinforce emotional and social development alongside academics.

Safeguarding

A designated safeguarding lead is in place, with safeguarding and pupil welfare embedded in the school's support structures. The SEND policy and welfare provisions include regular family liaison (at least every half-term) and ongoing staff training on SEND and safeguarding-related practices to ensure pupils are supported in a safe, inclusive environment.

Admissions

1. Express interest and initiate the admissions process: Families contact the admissions department to express interest in joining The Olive Tree School. Admissions staff pass the family's details to one of the four headteachers to arrange a visit and discuss the child's profile, including educational history and any needs. Previous school reports for the past two years and any educational psychologist's reports are requested to inform the assessment. The school provides English education for ages 3–16 and teaches the British National Curriculum.

2. Documentation review and language/SEND assessment: The headteachers consider the previous reports and any additional documentation provided by the family. They evaluate the child's level of English and any special educational needs. The process takes into account the child's age, educational history, and language needs. There is no formal exam or entry test.

3. Two-day taster and family visit: If the headteachers believe the school may meet the pupil's needs, a two-day taster visit is offered for the child in the classroom. The family is provided with a tour of the school and a meeting with a headteacher. The aim is for the class teachers to further evaluate the child's suitability to join the class and the school. The process ensures the family can experience the environment before a decision is made.

4. Two further taster days and pre-trial form: The two taster days take place; Parents complete a ‘pre-trial' form before or on the first day. Observations are made by the teacher and passed to the headteacher. The headteacher makes a decision regarding the child's admission.

5. Communicating the decision: The admission decision is communicated by the admissions department. If admission is denied, the family is given clear reasons why the school cannot meet the child's needs. The headteachers may offer detailed guidance in finding a more suitable school.

6. Registration and waiting list option: If admitted, the family is guided through the administrative process; registration forms are completed and the matriculation fee paid. If there are no spaces in the desired year group, the child may be added to a waiting list.

7. 8-week evaluation after joining: After joining, the pupil's progress is monitored for eight weeks. Any concerns are relayed to the headteachers and the SENCo, with transparent communication to the family. If no concerns arise, the child remains on the school roll.

8. Monitoring and potential withdrawal if concerns persist: If initial concerns arise, targets are set and monitored from weeks 2–4. By Week 8, headteachers decide whether the child can continue at The Olive Tree or whether the place should be withdrawn under the registration terms. If withdrawal is decided, the school offers support and guidance in finding an alternative school.

Waitlist

Joining the waiting list is possible when there are no spaces in the relevant class. Joining the waiting list does not guarantee a place for September 2026. The fee to join the waiting list is 300€ per child and is non-refundable; if you subsequently register your child with us, the fee is discounted from the registration fee. Places are allocated strictly in chronological order from the date the child entered the waiting list. From 1 April 2026, places that become available are assigned to waiting list children strictly in chronological order from their waiting list entry date.

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