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European International School of Barcelona

Spain, Barcelona

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees €6,830 - 14,230
Ages 6 months - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

European International School of Barcelona (EISB) is a private international school in Sant Cugat del Vallés, about 15 kilometres from central Barcelona. It serves ages 0–18 and offers Cambridge Primary and IGCSE, National and International Baccalaureates, and American High School Diploma. Education runs Nursery through Baccalaureate, with a five-language immersion programme taught by native speakers of English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German and Chinese. Language learning is integrated across the years. In Nursery the curriculum is 50% English, 25% Catalan and 25% Spanish; Infant School English is 80% with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish; Primary Year 1 is 65% English, with French from Primary 3; Secondary Year 1 offers German or Chinese, completing the immersion by graduation. The International Homeroom supports language adaptation for new arrivals in a multicultural community with students from over 60 countries. The 14,000 m² campus includes classrooms, laboratories, a 500-seat theatre, dining rooms and sports hall.

Avinguda del Pla del Vinyet, 110, 08172 Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain

The Essentials

European International School of Barcelona has 1,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Located just 15 km from the centre of Barcelona, EISB is nestled within the Collserola Natural Park. The 14,000 m² campus comprises classrooms, laboratories, dining rooms, an auditorium, a sports hall with pools and a kitchen.

Stages
Nursery & Infant School; Primary School; Secondary School. Post-16 options include National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate (100% English, 100% Spanish, or bilingual) and the American High School Diploma.

Type
Private international school

Additional learning support
Language & Support Academy

Country affiliation
Spain

Bus service
The school offers a six-route, free transport service for Infant pupils with Route 1 Sabadell; Route 2 Sant Cugat (Mirasol – Valldoreix – Sant Cugat); Route 3 Terrassa; Route 4 Barcelona; Route 5 Vallès Oriental; Route 6 Barcelona Mar; timetables and routes are designed for comfort, punctuality and safety and are available for regular or occasional use.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
An in-house kitchen prepares fresh, healthy meals daily, with menus designed by nutritionists and approved by the school nurse. The monthly menu can be accessed via the ClickEdu app, and more than 14 different diets are accommodated to meet individual needs, with a focus on organic, seasonal and local produce. Family meals are available a couple of times per year.

House System
The school has a House Points Programme.

Governance and Ownership
The school is an independent school. It operates as a private international school.
Fees

Annual tuition at European International School of Barcelona ranges from EUR 6,830 to EUR 14,230 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration fees

- Enrolment fee (one‑time, payable at first enrolment): EUR 1,000.
- Registration / annual renewal of place (charged each year): EUR 390.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term)

- The published annual tuition totals by year group are listed below. Per‑term amounts shown are the published annual fee divided by three school terms and rounded to the nearest euro (per‑term figures are a calculation based on the school's annual fee schedule and the school calendar).

- Nursery 1 (Nurs.1 / age 1): Annual EUR 6,830 — Per term EUR 2,277.
- Nursery 2 (Nurs.2 / age 2): Annual EUR 6,830 — Per term EUR 2,277.
- Kindergarten 1 (Kindg.1 / age 3): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983.
- Kindergarten 2 (Kindg.2 / age 4): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983.
- Kindergarten 3 (Kindg.3 / age 5): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983.
- Grade 1: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563.
- Grade 2: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563.
- Grade 3: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563.
- Grade 4: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633.
- Grade 5: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633.
- Grade 6: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633.
- Grade 7: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163.
- Grade 8: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163.
- Grade 9: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163.
- Grade 10: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163.
- Grade 11: Annual EUR 14,230 — Per term EUR 4,743.
- Grade 12: Annual EUR 14,230 — Per term EUR 4,743.

Sibling discounts and concessions

- Third sibling: 20% discount off the total fee for that child.
- Fourth sibling: 75% discount off the total fee for that child.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's published fee summary shows a one‑time enrolment charge and an annual registration/renewal charge in addition to the annual tuition figures above; the tuition figures are presented as annual totals by year group. The school calendar identifies the academic year structure used when calculating term amounts.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's public programme and campus information; the school operates as a day school on the Sant Cugat campus.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- The published fee schedule highlights the enrolment and annual registration charges and the annual tuition per year group. Families should expect that some optional or ancillary services (examples commonly found at international schools) — such as school transport, specific extracurricular activities, school books or course materials, exam/assessment fees, or specialised camps — may be charged separately from the annual tuition and registration items. The school lists dedicated pages for school transport and school books as separate services.

Refund information

- The school's public fee summary distinguishes one‑time enrolment and annual registration items from annual tuition amounts. Specific refund terms for enrolment, registration or tuition (including conditions, deadlines and any refundable portions) are set in the school's enrolment and finance policy documents and the family's enrolment contract. The school's published fee summary identifies the fee lines but the detailed refund and cancellation clauses are defined in the school's contractual paperwork.

Fee payment options

- The school uses standard admissions and billing platforms (the school lists an OpenApply admissions portal and a ClickEdu parent portal) and provides banking and contact details for administrative queries; accepted payment methods and precise payment channels (for example, bank transfer, card payment, or online payment portals) are specified in the school's finance / enrolment paperwork and invoices. Parents should follow the school's invoicing and payment instructions provided at registration.

If you require the figures above presented in a different currency or in a different per‑period breakdown, they were calculated from the school's published annual fee schedule and the school calendar.
Academics

European International School of Barcelona teaches American Curriculum for students aged 0.5 to 18.

Curriculum
Education runs from Nursery through Baccalaureate. A five-language immersion programme features teachers who are native speakers of the languages they teach and covers English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese; language learning is integrated across the years. In Nursery, the curriculum is 50% English, 25% Catalan, and 25% Spanish. In Infant School, English instruction is 80%, with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish. In Primary Year 1, 65% of the curriculum is in English, with French introduced from Primary Year 3; in Secondary Year 1, students choose German or Chinese, completing the five-language immersion by graduation. The upper school offers National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate (100% English, 100% Spanish, or bilingual), and the American High School Diploma. The International Homeroom supports language adaptation for new arrivals and fosters a multicultural environment with students from over 60 countries.

Student Teacher Ratio
8:1

Exam Results
100% pass rate
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school focuses on academic, social, and emotional development and has an Educational Psychology Department that provides support to students, families and teachers. The team includes four psychologists and a speech therapist, and there is emphasis on social skills and emotional intelligence as part of the educational approach.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special educational needs are supported through the Educational Psychology Department, which provides personalised learning plans and programmes for high abilities and SEN, with tailored curriculum adaptations and ongoing academic, emotional, and social support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
A multilingual curriculum where students learn five languages: English, Spanish, Catalan, French, and German or Chinese. An International Homeroom offers language-adaptation support for newly arrived students who require additional language proficiency in English, Spanish, or Catalan, delivered within school hours in small groups.

Mental Wellbeing
A dedicated team of four psychologists and a school nurse supports mental wellbeing and provides guidance to families and teachers. Health and wellbeing initiatives include PE4Life and programmes addressing sleep, nutrition, emotional intelligence, relationships, healthy habits, and anxiety regulation.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1996 by a group of teaching professionals led by the Herranz-Frías family, European International School of Barcelona is an independent, humanist, ecological and international school. It was established to develop a unique, comprehensive and holistic educational project designed for students to grow in all dimensions. The school emphasizes values-based education and aims to educate with and for harmony, coexistence, love, and respect, promoting Europe Without Borders. The campus spans 8,922 m² in Sant Cugat del Vallés and includes a football pitch, a sports hall, indoor practice spaces, a 500-seat theatre, two heated pools, and outdoor basketball facilities, with more than 35 extracurricular activities offered.

Community
Celebrating diversity: the school thrives as a vibrant, diverse community with students, teachers and families from more than 60 nationalities. Alumni networks and a Families EISB community keep strong ties with the school and one another, reflecting an active, involved culture. The school hosts numerous community events and cultural activities, including Welcome Day, quarterly coffee mornings for new families, Halloween and Carnival celebrations, the Solidarity Concert in December, Infant and Primary festivals, the Baccalaureate graduation, Family Fun Day, and the International Family Fair.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
An active families community participates in school life through the Families EISB network. Parents, grandparents, and other relatives are encouraged to engage in events. Throughout the year, the school hosts or supports many activities organized by families. Examples include Welcome Day, quarterly coffee mornings for new families, Halloween and Carnival celebrations, the Solidarity Concert in December, Infant and Primary festivals, the Baccalaureate graduation, Family Fun Day, and the International Family Fair. Alumni stay connected through the growing EISB Alumni network, reinforcing links with the school and families. Family involvement is welcomed and ideas for new activities are encouraged.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located 15km from the centre of Barcelona, EISB sits within the Collserola Natural Park. The campus spans 14,000m² and includes classrooms, laboratories, dining rooms, an auditorium, a sports hall with pools, and a kitchen. Nursery & Infant School, Primary School and Secondary School operate on the same site. The facilities include a 500-seat theatre and outdoor spaces with playgrounds and outdoor basketball courts. The facilities are climatized with aerothermal energy.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a football pitch. There is an exclusive indoor sports hall, adapted to the different educational stages. A theatre with 500 seats is on site. Two heated swimming pools are available. Playgrounds and outdoor basketball courts are on the grounds. The extra-curricular offer includes more than 35 different sports and artistic activities, including basketball, football, rhythmic gymnastics, ballet, judo, synchronised swimming, mountain biking, theatre, instrumental music and singing.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms and laboratories are on site. Dining rooms, an auditorium, and a kitchen support daily academic life. The campus spans 14,000 m² of built space. Nursery & Infant School, Primary School, and Secondary School operate on the same site.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The extra-curricular offer includes more than 35 different sports and artistic activities. Sports clubs include football, basketball, rhythmic gymnastics, judo, pre-deporte, MTB, chess, golf, and a running club. The Swimming Sports Club offers swimming courses and a team, plus artistic swimming and Penguins Academy. The Dance School includes ballet, funky, theatre and musicals, as well as Dance & Cheerleading. The Music School covers initiation and music awareness, instruments, and ukulele and band skills.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is independent with a humanistic, ecological and international approach. It fosters academic and personal growth in an international, family‑oriented environment, preparing students for a globalized world. Academic excellence is supported by Linguistic Immersion, the European Engagement Programme, International Homeroom, and Explore Your Future, along with House Points and the University Acceptances pathway. Inclusionemos and a Community Service Programme underpin inclusive education and social responsibility.

Arts & Creative
Extracurricular activities include Arts & Crafts, Comic Workshop, and Theatre Club. Dance School offers Ballet, Funky, Great Musicals, and Dance & Cheerleading. Music School provides Initiation and music awareness, Instruments, and Ukulele & Band Skills. The Arts also encompass various visual and performing arts through the Art School and Theatre initiatives.

Cultural & Language
Linguistic immersion supports multilingual learning and the school teaches six languages. The European Engagement Programme broadens cultural exposure and language competencies. International Homeroom and related language initiatives foster cross‑cultural communication.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities include football, basketball, rhythmic gymnastics, judo, pre‑deporte, MTB, chess, golf, and running club. Swimming is offered through a dedicated Swimming Sports Club with courses, equipment, and artistic swimming. There are 35+ extracurricular activities available to students.

Community & Service
Community service is a core element of the school's ethos, with a Community Service Programme guiding student involvement in service activities. The school maintains a broader EISB Community that emphasizes social responsibility and engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Talent Workshops include Leaders of Tomorrow, STEAM, Cooking, and Saturday English Kids Club. The school also offers Explore Your Future and University Acceptances to help students plan their next steps and pathways after graduation.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
EISB provides comprehensive support tailored to each student and promotes well‑being through personalised programmes, supported by an Educational Psychology Department. The PE4Life Programme focuses on physical health, while the school vegetable garden and Green School projects emphasize environmental and personal well‑being. The Nutritional Programme and Nurse's Office ensure daily health and wellness support on campus.
Languages

Language Provision
English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German and Chinese are taught as part of a five-language immersion programme. In Nursery, 50% of instruction is English, 25% Catalan and 25% Spanish; in Infant School, 80% is English with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish; in Primary Year 1, 65% of instruction is English with French introduced from Primary Year 3; in Secondary Year 1, students choose German or Chinese. The International Homeroom Language Adaptation Department provides tailored language support for newly arrived students during school hours in small groups.

Immersion Programs
Linguistic Immersion is a distinctive feature at EISB, with teachers who are native speakers of the languages they teach. Students study up to five languages across their education, culminating in the Baccalaureate. Nursery uses 50% English, 25% Catalan and 25% Spanish; Infant School uses 80% English with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish; Primary Year 1 uses 65% English with French introduced from Primary Year 3; Secondary Year 1 offers a choice of German or Chinese. The International Homeroom Language Adaptation Department provides tailored language support for newly arrived students in small groups during school hours.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Request a visit to learn about EISB's programs. A visit can be requested via the 'Solicitar una visita' button on the Admissions page, which links to the OpenApply portal. This initial step introduces families to the school's environment and offerings. 2. Arrange a personalized interview with the admissions team. A personalized interview is offered to discuss the child's profile and the family's needs; the option to request it appears on the Admissions page. 3. Submit the application for review. Revisión de las solicitudes is part of the admissions process, and the Admissions Team reviews applications. 4. Access the Dossier Informativo for detailed program information. The Dossier Informativo is linked in the Admissions area to provide school details. 5. Review fees and enrollment details. The Cuotas Curso Escolar 2026-2027 section publishes the school's fees and related enrollment information.
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