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Gresol International-American School

Spain, Barcelona

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 230
Type Co-educational
Opened 2016
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

GRESOL International-American School is a private day school near Terrassa, Barcelona, combining an international American curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme. Classes are taught in English with additional language options; Catalan and Spanish are core, French is introduced in primary, and German and Chinese are available. The school serves students from Early Years through secondary, ages 3 to 18, with an Elementary program aligned to the US Common Core. Students may pursue two diploma tracks: the IB Diploma Programme and a National Baccalaureate. The campus features light-filled classrooms, an Arts Zone, a Studio with a television set for English-language digital media, and a Knowledge Area multipurpose room for events. A covered inner courtyard supports year round collaboration, and spaces support wellbeing. Sports facilities include football fields, a baseball field, two basketball courts, a gym, a pool, and local club partnerships. Cognia and IB accreditations, plus a PennWest University cooperation, reinforce its international focus.

Ctra. Sabadell a, Ctra. Matadepera, km. 6, 08227 Terrassa, Barcelona, Spain

The Essentials

Gresol International-American School has 230 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Terrassa, near Barcelona (about 30 minutes from central Barcelona). The facilities are in a natural setting near La Mola, Terrassa, with mountain and forest views. The campus is located on the Ctra. Sabadell a Matadepera, km. 6.

Stages
Ages from 1 year old through Grade 12 (IB Diploma).

Type
Private day school; international American school; secular.

Religious affiliation
Secular
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Main uniform: From PK-3 to 4th ESO: White short sleeve polo shirt; Long sleeve white polo shirt; Blue Bermuda shorts; Blue pants; Blue skirt; Blue stocking and/or sock; School gown; School baseball bag; White Gresol slippers; Gresol backpack (optional). Sports uniform: From PK-3 to 4th ESO: PE tracksuit; White technical T-shirt with short sleeves PE; Navy PE technical shorts; Navy PE technical skirt; White sneakers. The gown is mandatory from PK-2 to G3 and from G4 to G6 in art.

Governance and Ownership
Authorized foreign private educational center (Diari Oficial de la Generalitat de Catalunya, codi 08077681). Part of an international platform of projects that expands our vision and internationalizes it. Cognia accreditation.
Fees

Annual tuition at Gresol International-American School ranges from EUR 0 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition at Gresol International-American School ranges from EUR 9,147 to EUR 9,897 depending on year group. That works out at roughly EUR 9,147 for the early years, EUR 9,647 to EUR 9,697 for primary, EUR 9,747 to EUR 9,897 for secondary, EUR 9,397 for sixth form. Expect an application fee of EUR 1,300 and an enrolment fee of EUR 1,000 on enrolment. Invoices are issued monthly over a 10-month billing period. Sibling tuition discounts exist; examples in older schedules include a 3rd-child discount around 30% off tuition and additional discounts for further children (up to about 40%).
Academics

Gresol International-American School teaches American Curriculum, IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
GRESOL International-American School offers an international and American curriculum with 100% English immersion. The school serves Early Years for ages 3–5, Primary for 6–11, Secondary for 12–15, and an International Baccalaureate program for ages 16–18. The Elementary curriculum is aligned with the US Common Core and covers English Language Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, Personal, Social, Emotional and Physical Education, Science, Social Science, and Mathematics. The school offers two diploma tracks: International Baccalaureate and National Baccalaureate. GRESOL is accredited by Cognia and the IB, has a cooperation agreement with PennWest Pennsylvania University, and instruction is in English with Catalan and Spanish taught, plus French and German available.

Student Teacher Ratio
Ratio 1:9. Classes are small; maximum 20 students per course.

Higher Education Progression
IB Diploma Programme provides direct access to most universities worldwide without the need for prior official entrance exams.
Parent Experience

History
The dream began in the summer of 2016 when GRESOL International American School was born. In July 2016 the former Gresol school was purchased by a private Spanish group with extensive experience in the education sector to convert a traditional school into one of the international private schools of reference. GRESOL International American School was born. In 2019 GRESOL became an authorized IB World School for the Diploma Program. Cognia accreditation followed on February 10, 2020, and in the same year GRESOL was accredited as an Oxford Center to administer the Oxford Test of English. In 2021 the first IB Diploma Program graduating class completed. In 2025 it was recognized as one of the best schools by Micole. The school is located in Terrassa, near Barcelona, at the Road from Sabadell to Matadepera, Km6, 08227 Terrassa, Barcelona.

Community
GRESOL's community life centers on music, sport and a broad after-school program. Music is valued, with instrumental study and preparation for Royal Schools of Music exams and ABRSM, with dedicated coaching. The sports program runs from PK3 to Grade 12 and includes baseball, soccer, volleyball, basketball, tennis, hockey, figure skating and artistic gymnastics, with regular practices and competitions; the GRESOL Rays baseball team competes under the Catalan Baseball Federation, and teams have earned regional championships and a national runner-up finish in volleyball. The extracurricular program covers languages, arts and technology and engages families, with events such as a Soccer for Parents program open to parents and alumni. The campus spans about 3 hectares in Terrassa, in a natural setting.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
GRESOL has first-class facilities in a privileged setting designed to support wellbeing and learning. The campus highlights include a sports area with multiple fields and courts, dynamic classrooms with natural light, and dedicated spaces for arts and media. There is an Arts Zone, a Studio with a television set for digital media in English, and a Knowledge Area multipurpose room for events and exhibitions. A covered inner courtyard provides year-round space for play and collaboration, and there are rest and reflection rooms for staff and students. The school is located between Terrassa and Sabadell, surrounded by nature and with on-site parking.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a seven-a-side soccer field, a five-a-side soccer field, a baseball field, two basketball courts, a gym, a fronton, and a ping-pong area. The swimming pool is part of the facilities, and the youngest children learn swimming at Atlètic Terrassa Hockey Club as a compulsory subject in the first years. GRESOL is surrounded by great sports clubs with which it has agreements.

Academic Facilities
Dynamic classrooms with natural light support the learning environment, and desks can be rearranged to suit group work. There is an Arts Zone and a Studio/ set with a television to develop creativity and digital media in English. The Knowledge Area is a multipurpose room in the center of the building for events, celebrations, exhibitions and large meetings. A covered inner courtyard provides an indoor space for play and collaboration, and there are rest and reflection rooms for teachers and students.

Extra Curricular Facilities
GRESOL offers an after-school program with a wide variety of activities during school hours, serving kindergarten to high school. Sports include Baseball, Field hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis, Figure skating, Artistic gymnastics. Music offerings include ABRSM Preparation, COMBO, and instrument classes (Piano, Viola, Violin). Languages: English, Spanish and Catalan during school years; French is introduced in the second cycle of primary, with German and Chinese options. Other activities include Space Techies (coding with LEGO robotics and SCRATCH JR), Reading Club for secondary and high school, and Theater Club for Primary, Secondary and High School. Is swimming an extracurricular activity? No; it is part of the physical education course.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Space Techies teaches coding with LEGO robotics and SCRATCH JR, developing creativity and problem-solving in a technology-rich environment. Reading Club (Secondary and High School) helps students improve reading skills, vocabulary and grammar while broadening cultural knowledge. The club fosters critical thinking and speaking through book discussions. The activities are taught by teachers of the school together with professional specialists.

Arts & Creative
Music program includes ABRSM preparation, COMBO, and instrument classes (Piano, Viola, Violin). ABRSM preparation trains ear, music theory and exam readiness for the Royal Schools of Music. COMBO offers a modern-music band experience, with instruments like electric guitar, drums, vocals and bass. Instrument classes are available for Piano, Viola and Violin, taught by experienced instructors.

Cultural & Language
All students work with English, Spanish and Catalan during their school years, with French introduced in the second cycle of primary school. German and Chinese are offered as additional languages for curious students. This language program supports multilingual communication and cultural awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Space Techies teaches coding; Book Club (Secondary and High School) enhances reading, vocabulary and grammar while expanding cultural horizons; Theater Club (Primary) develops acting, confidence, communication, language development and literacy.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The sports program includes Baseball, Field Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis, Figure Skating, Artistic Gymnastics and Ballet. Trainings are scheduled 1-2 times per week per activity, with games or competitions arranged through local leagues. The program focuses on motor skills, teamwork, discipline and physical wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the vehicular language for instruction. Catalan is taught as the language of Catalonia, and Spanish as the language of Spain. French and German are offered as additional languages. The elementary curriculum is aligned with US Common Core, and the school offers Primary and Secondary education with International Baccalaureate as an option.

Immersion Programs
English immersion is the central feature of the educational project, with 100% English language instruction for most subjects. The language of instruction for almost all subjects is English, with mathematics taught in English by a native teacher, and science taught in English. In addition to English, Catalan and Spanish are taught, and French and German are offered as fourth and fifth languages. The school offers the International Baccalaureate and US Common Core standards, and is accredited by COGNIA and IB.
Reputation

Accreditations
COGNIA and IB accreditation. The school is accredited by Cognia and by IB (IB World College).
Admissions

Admissions
1. Schedule a personalized visit. You can request a personalized visit any day of the year. A Schedule a visit option is available. The visit offers firsthand insight into GRESOL's English immersion, international focus, and campus environment.

2. Attend the visit to learn about the GRESOL program, including 100% English immersion and the International Baccalaureate and National Baccalaureate pathways. Classes are small with a ratio of 1:9 and a maximum of 20 students per course.

3. Complete the admissions inquiry form with student and guardian details. Fields include Student's name, Year of birth, Incorporation Course, School Year (2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028), Name of parent or guardian, Last name, Phone, Email, and Message. A consent to the privacy policy is required; places are limited and restricted according to the admission process and course.

4. After submitting, follow up via a phone call or online meeting to discuss enrollment. The school provides options to be contacted by phone, schedule a call, or arrange an online meeting for enrollment discussions.

5. Some classes have full seats; check availability urgently. Availability can vary by course and year; early inquiry is advised.

6. Enrollment years offered include 2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2027-2028.

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