American School of Barcelona vs St. Peter's School Barcelona

	A American School of Barcelona Barcelona, Spain	S St. Peter's School Barcelona Barcelona, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €9,404 - 32,534	Fees / year €11,250 - 22,250
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils 600
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 7
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1962	Opened 1964
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The American School of Barcelona is located just outside Barcelona, in Esplugues de Llobregat. It is about 10 kilometers from Plaza Catalunya, the city center of Barcelona. The campus offers extensive indoor and outdoor spaces for sports, performing arts, and classroom learning.	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	Stages ASB is organized into four divisions: Early Childhood (PK3–Kindergarten), Elementary School (1st–5th), Middle School (6th–8th), and High School (9th–12th).	Stages Nursery; Primary Years Program; Middle Years Program; Diploma Program.
School type	School type The school is a non-profit international school located just outside Barcelona, Spain.	School type The school is an international IB Continuum school. It offers the IB programs in English across Nursery to Diploma.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 60 nationalities are represented among 970 students.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, tailoring individual plans and coordinating with teachers and families. It supports emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress. Language Reception offers targeted language support for students who do not have a good knowledge of Spanish, Catalan or English in their first year, helping them join the regular groups.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details ASB provides transportation to Barcelona, Gavá, Castelldefels, Sitges, and Sant Cugat.	Bus service details The School Bus service is run by Alianza Travi and covers the city of Barcelona, Sant Cugat, and Castelldefels. The service is offered from 2 years old onwards, with supervisors on board. Alianza Travi will examine itineraries before the start of each school year to create the finest service for families.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application, Matriculation & Capital Levy Fees - Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 250 per new applicant. - Annual matriculation fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 975 (family rate) / EUR 1,170 (corporate rate). Due within one week of acceptance or before the student's first day of class. - Capital levy (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 3,000 (family) / EUR 3,450 (corporate) for PK3, PK4, K5; EUR 6,000 (family) / EUR 6,900 (corporate) for Grades 1–12. Due within four weeks of acceptance or before the student's first day of class. Annual Tuition Fees (by year group) - PK3 (Half-day): Annual tuition — EUR 9,404 (family) / EUR 11,630 (corporate). - Early Childhood (PK3, PK4, K5): Annual tuition — EUR 14,114 (family) / EUR 17,447 (corporate). - Elementary School (Grades 1–5): Annual tuition — EUR 19,407 (family) / EUR 23,327 (corporate). - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Annual tuition — EUR 22,237 (family) / EUR 26,766 (corporate). - High School (Grades 9–12): Annual tuition — EUR 27,062 (family) / EUR 32,534 (corporate). Per-term and monthly breakdown (calculated from the annual tuition to match the school's payment options) - Note: Semester and monthly figures below are calculated by dividing the stated annual tuition by 2 (semester) or 12 (monthly) to reflect the school's payment options; the annual amounts are listed above. These per-term and per-month figures are provided for billing clarity. Family rate (examples): - PK3 Half-day: Per semester EUR 4,702; Per month (12 installments) EUR 783.67. - Early Childhood (PK3–K5): Per semester EUR 7,057; Per month EUR 1,176.17. - Elementary (Grades 1–5): Per semester EUR 9,703.50; Per month EUR 1,617.25. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Per semester EUR 11,118.50; Per month EUR 1,853.08. - High School (Grades 9–12): Per semester EUR 13,531; Per month EUR 2,255.17. Corporate rate (examples): - PK3 Half-day: Per semester EUR 5,815; Per month EUR 969.17. - Early Childhood (PK3–K5): Per semester EUR 8,723.50; Per month EUR 1,453.92. - Elementary (Grades 1–5): Per semester EUR 11,663.50; Per month EUR 1,943.92. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Per semester EUR 13,383; Per month EUR 2,230.50. - High School (Grades 9–12): Per semester EUR 16,267; Per month EUR 2,711.17. Re-enrollment and other annual fees - Re-enrollment fee (paid annually) for each returning student: EUR 975 (family) / EUR 1,170 (corporate). Due January 20. If a family requests the school to hold the spot through May 31, the re-enrollment fee in that case is EUR 2,000 per student. All re-enrollment fees are non-refundable. Optional / Other Fees - Lunch: EUR 170 per month. - School bus (monthly): Barcelona round trip EUR 185 (one way EUR 135); Sant Cugat round trip EUR 195 (one way EUR 140); Sitges/Castelldefels round trip EUR 215 (one way EUR 160). - After-school activities and optional trips: fees vary by activity and are billed separately as applicable. - Uniforms: Not required; there is no compulsory uniform. Dress code rules apply. - Boarding: Not offered; boarding fees are not applicable. Billing schedule and payment terms - Matriculation fee: due within one week of acceptance or before the student's first day of class. Capital levy: due within four weeks of acceptance or before the student's first day of class. Both are non-refundable. - Payment options available: - Prepayment of the full year's tuition (by direct debit or bank transfer). - Prepayment of the semester's tuition (by direct debit or bank transfer); first semester payment due by July 1 and second semester payment due by January 1. Semester payments correspond to the proportional portion of the annual tuition. - Monthly tuition payments in 12 installments (July–June) by bank debit only (SEPA direct debit required). New students admitted after July 1 are billed in 10 monthly installments starting in September if choosing the monthly option. SEPA bank account details must be provided by the required deadline. - Payment methods accepted: direct debit (bank debit) and bank transfer. Cash, credit cards, and cryptocurrencies are not accepted. Discounts and sibling/alumni concessions - Prepayment discount: 3% discount on tuition for prepayment of the full year if paid by February 28. - Sibling discounts: 10% discount on tuition and capital levy for the third child (simultaneous enrollment); 20% discount on tuition and capital levy for each additional child beyond the third. Capital levy discount does not apply to Early Childhood enrollments. - Children of alumni: application fee waived and EUR 2,000 discount on the capital levy for children enrolling in Grades 1–12 (not applicable to Early Childhood). Refunds, early withdrawals and semester-only students - Once enrolled, tuition and all fees for the entire school year are due in full under the contractual payment terms chosen. Families must provide three months' written notice before a student's departure; tuition for those three months remains payable by the family. Matriculation fee and capital levy are always non-refundable. Written notification of withdrawal received by June 1 before the start of the school year qualifies for a full refund of any prepaid tuition or lunch fees. Notices received after June 1 incur a three-month tuition Early Departure Penalty. - Semester-only students: new students accepted for a single semester on or before June 30 are responsible for the full year's tuition; students accepted after June 30 pay proportional tuition for the semester attended (exceptions apply for current ASB secondary students on exchange). Contact timing and re-enrollment reminders - Re-enrollment fee due date (annual): January 20. SEPA enrollment and payment-option deadlines are specified in the payment terms.	Fee details Enrollment fees - EUR 4,500.00 — Enrolment Fee (Standard; non-refundable, one-time). - EUR 7,500.00 — Enrolment Fee (Adaptation; non-refundable, one-time; applied when the school requires an adaptation programme for language or other needs). Annual registration fees and tuition by year group (main academic fees for the 2026/27 school year) - Foundation F1 – F2: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 1,800.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 9,450.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 1,181.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 11,250.00. - Foundation F3 – F5: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 2,320.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 12,180.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 1,522.50 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 14,500.00. - Primary Years Y1 – Y5: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,080.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 16,170.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,021.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 19,250.00. - Middle Years Y6 – Y9: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,400.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 17,850.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,231.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 21,250.00. - PreU / Diploma Y10 – Y12: - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 3,560.00. - Tuition Fee (annual): EUR 18,690.00 (split into 8 monthly instalments of EUR 2,336.25 each). - Total Annual School Fee (Registration + Tuition): EUR 22,250.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Initial payment upon acceptance (newly admitted students): payment includes the Enrolment Fee (Standard or Adaptation as applicable) plus 16% of the annual School Fee. - From the second year onwards the annual fee is scheduled as follows: - February (of the previous academic year): 6% of the annual fee. - May (of the previous academic year): 10% of the annual fee. - September to April: the remaining balance is split into 8 monthly instalments (the published tuition figures are presented as an 8-month split). - Tuition is presented as an annual amount and also shown split into 8 monthly instalments; there are no per-term figures published (the school uses the instalment schedule above for invoicing). Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed among the school's services or fee items. School services published include day-school services such as school bus and dining room; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published. Other costs and fees (billed separately or handled by external providers) - Daily meals (lunch and a snack), standard classroom stationery and day trips (non-overnight) are included in the published school fees. - The following are explicitly billed separately or provided by external suppliers and are not included in the annual tuition total: - Overnight travel and annual residential trips. - School uniform (handled by external provider). - Transport services (school bus may be an extra service with its own charge). - Official examination fees (e.g., Cambridge ESOL, DELF, and final IBDP examination fees). - Learning resources and equipment: laptops (required from Year 3 onwards), reading books from Middle Years onwards, and Diploma Programme books. - Official school photos and occasional extra materials for special STEM projects. Refund information - The Enrolment Fee is stated as non-refundable and payable once in a lifetime. - No separate public refund policy for tuition or registration payments is published on the fees page; detailed refund terms for tuition instalments or withdrawals are not listed on the publicly published fee schedule. Fee payment options - The publicly published fee information and schedule do not specify accepted payment methods (e.g., bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) or the exact billing/invoice payment channels on the fee page.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements No boarding facilities are offered. Students must reside with at least one parent or legal guardian in the Barcelona area to attend ASB.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are not required; there are dress code rules.	Uniform requirement The school uniform is required for Nursery to Year 9. Year 10 and Diploma Program students do not wear a uniform. Uniforms can be purchased at Uniformes de Colegio SL, and a Recicole Initiative coordinates uniform exchange fairs throughout the year.
Food options	Food options Lunch is provided: Hot, healthy lunches are prepared daily in our kitchen by Hostesa in collaboration with Ametller Origen. Meals are served in the cafeteria; the health specialist supervises the lunch menu to ensure meals are healthy for students and staff.	Food options The school has its own kitchen facilities with menus prepared and supervised by dieticians. Dietary needs can be accommodated with a doctor's note for allergy or illness; the kitchen is run by Saned. Menu options include Nursery Menu, F3–Y5 Menu, F3–Y5 Lact ovo-vegetarian Menu, and Y6–Y12 Menu.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership ASB is a non-profit foundation, The American School of Barcelona, Fundación Privada. The Board of Trustees governs the school to support its long‑term sustainability. The Board is self‑perpetuating, with eight voting members plus the school director (non‑voting). Members serve three‑year terms (up to nine years) and include both parent and external members. The Board sets the vision and five‑year strategic plan, supervises the director, approves the annual budget and capital expenditures, and oversees legal, finance, and compensation matters; it does not directly manage the school staff or parent communication. Audited financial reports are published (e.g., 2023‑24, 2022‑23, 2021‑22).	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details English is the language of instruction. Elementary School uses a progressive American, international standards-based curriculum. Middle School uses an American educational program. High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Program, with the IB Diploma Program also awarding a US High School Diploma. Cambridge Exams are offered through ASB's English Programs.	Curriculum details St PETER'S offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum in English from ages 1 to 18, including Pre-IB (ages 1–3), Primary Years Programme (PYP, 3–11), Middle Years Programme (MYP, 11–16), and Diploma Programme (DP, 16–18). The DP is structured around six subject groups and three core components, including Theory of Knowledge, and the Continuum is taught through inquiry-based and concept-based learning with a multilingual approach (English as the main language of instruction; Spanish and Catalan integrated; French also included). In Spain, the IB Diploma is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education as a pathway to university access, and the school provides guidance on converting IB results for Spanish universities when required. The IB Continuum is designed as a coherent pathway from age 1 to 18, beginning with Pre-IB and flowing into PYP, MYP, and DP. The school is the only authorized Barcelona school to offer the IB Continuum in English across all stages.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 8:1	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Average IB score is 35 (2025). SAT results show 34 of 97 graduates took the SAT with an average total score of 1320 (652 reading and writing; 668 math). ASB is recognized by Education Advisers as a Top 10 IB School in Spain and Top 50 in Europe. Approximately 30% of graduates enroll in Spanish universities, with others attending universities around the world.	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	Higher education progression Approximately 30% of graduates enroll in Spanish universities, with others pursuing higher education at universities around the world.	Higher education progression Graduates are admitted to leading universities in Spain and internationally, including Universitat de Barcelona, ESADE Business School, IE University, IQS, La Salle, and, internationally, McGill University, University of Toronto, University of York, King's College London, and other top institutions as listed in the school's university acceptances documentation.
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school uses the Second Step Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program to teach children important skills for getting along with others, problem solving, and managing emotions, contributing to a safe and supportive learning environment. In K5, a Second Step Child Protection Unit is delivered by school counselors to strengthen safety awareness. Students learn Personal Safety, including safety around sharp tools, fire, and transportation. They learn Touching Safety, including safe, unsafe, and unwanted touches and how to respond. They learn Assertiveness, including asking a grown-up for help and speaking up in unsafe situations. The program also fosters respect for diverse family structures.	Social & emotional learning The Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to pupils, tailoring individual plans for those who may need it, and making referrals to trusted external services when deemed necessary. In coordination with the Heads of each stage and the school's team of teachers, the department cares for the emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress of our students. It is a priority to support our students, helping them develop as individuals, taking into account their individual educational needs. Begoña Vilar coordinates the Wellbeing Department, leading follow-up of the students in collaboration with the whole team of teachers and families. .
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support (LS) teachers and counselors provide support for struggling students across ECC, Elementary, and Middle School. They evaluate needs and coordinate appropriate supports, and an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) may be established for a student with classroom modifications or pull-out/in-class supports. When necessary, parents may provide intervention services from outside providers (psychologists, speech-language pathologists, learning specialists, occupational therapists) at their own expense; ASB can assist in locating services but does not guarantee provider credentials or outcomes. English Language Learners (ELL) and Spanish Language Learners (SLL) receive language support across ECC, Elementary, Middle, and High School. The Learning Support Team collaborates with families to tailor instruction to each student's strengths and needs. Students with learning differences or emotional challenges may require specialized learning support to meet academic demands; a paraprofessional or shadow can be arranged if necessary.	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	English as an additional language ASB's English Language Center (ELC) has offered English language instruction for over 35 years, with programs emphasizing creativity, active participation, and real-world learning. The ELC provides programs for all ages and proficiency levels and connects participants with ASB campus resources for engaging language practice. English Language Learners (ELL) and Spanish Language Learners (SLL) receive language support across ECC, Elementary, Middle, and High School. The ELC offers Summer, Weekday, and Saturday English Programs and Cambridge exam preparation. Cambridge exam prep is available through the Cambridge track.	English as an additional language The main language of instruction is English, but Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages. Chinese is taught as an extracurricular language. Students arriving with lower levels of Spanish, Catalan or English receive special tuition in smaller groups to prepare them for regular classes. .
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Second Step SEL supports emotional management and social skills. What matters most to ASB are student performance, growth and achievement: academically, socially and personally. Wellbeing is central to ASB's approach to education, with the learning framework recognizing and supporting social and personal growth alongside academics. Belonging at ASB emphasizes a safe, inclusive environment where diversity is valued and respected. The school hosts events and initiatives that focus on literacy and wellbeing as part of its broader educational program.	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	Safeguarding ASB delivers safeguarding through the K5 Second Step program and a dedicated Second Step Child Protection Unit taught by school counselors to strengthen safety awareness. Students learn Personal Safety, Touching Safety, and Assertiveness to stay safe from dangerous or abusive situations. The program teaches children to tell a grown-up if something unsafe occurs and to seek help when needed; it also covers diverse family structures with respect. A whistleblowing channel is available for reporting safeguarding concerns.	Safeguarding Prevention of Bullying is a priority at St Peter's School. There is a zero-tolerance anti-bullying policy and any member of the school community can report suspected bullying via an anonymous form. The Safe and Supportive Environment Policy outlines the anti-bullying protocol, and all reported cases are investigated carefully and confidentially. .
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located just outside Barcelona in Esplugues de Llobregat and offers one of the largest campuses in the area for sport, performances, and learning in dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces. All facilities have been built from the ground up or fully renovated within the past ten years. The campus features air conditioning in every classroom, lots of natural light, and flexible furniture options. The campus houses a library with books for all levels, dedicated art classrooms with a kiln for firing pottery, dedicated music classrooms for group and private lessons, and five science laboratories. The auditorium seats more than 700 spectators and the Maker Lab includes 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing machines, electric saws, and other tools for building prototypes. Expansive sports fields and a fitness center with cardio machines and weights support athletic programs.	Facilities overview St PETER'S SCHOOL Barcelona offers a comprehensive set of facilities across sport, academics, health and student life. The campus features dedicated spaces for science and technology, including Science Labs, Lab06 and a Tech Lab, along with a PYP library and a Resource Centre. Health facilities include a Nurse room and a Multisensorial room. Play spaces include the New Nursery Playground, Middle Playground, a Boat area and the Front Playground. Additional facilities include a School Theatre, Meetings rooms and a Reception, plus a Dining Room to support daily meals. The school is the only one in Catalonia with a science laboratory for children aged 0 to 6 years and the only school in Barcelona to offer the IB Continuum in English across Nursery to Diploma.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Expansive sports fields allow for girls' and boys' basketball, volleyball, soccer, and flag football teams to train on campus. The fitness center has cardio machines and weights for conditioning. On-site gym spaces support regular practices and athletic events. The facilities are designed to support a broad athletic program across multiple sports.	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a volleyball court, a soccer court, a basketball court and an indoor gym.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Five science laboratories support science instruction and experiments. Dedicated art classrooms include a kiln for firing pottery. Dedicated music classrooms accommodate group and private lessons. A Maker Lab provides access to 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing machines, and other prototyping tools. The library holds books for all levels and classrooms enjoy air conditioning and ample natural light.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a PYP library, a Resource Centre, Lab06, Science Labs, a Tech Lab and a Dining Room.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities ASB offers a diverse range of clubs and leadership opportunities across all grade levels. The program includes clubs such as Eco-School, Journalists Club, Ambassadors Club, and the Principal's Advisory Committee (PAC). Middle and high school students participate in Model United Nations (MUN) and the Speech, Debate, and Acting Club (NESDA), which compete in tournaments. Elementary students also participate in clubs such as the Journalists Club and Ambassadors Club, with leadership experiences through PAC. The Student Council (STUCO) and Link Crew Leaders provide student voice and mentoring roles.	Extra curricular facilities Our Afterschool Hub offers activities designed for students and families to thrive, discover talents and passions, play sport, develop new skills and enjoy themselves. We have also included some activities for adults.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The American School of Barcelona was founded in 1962 by Dr. José María Poal, a Barcelona-born physician who wanted to create an English-language American school in Barcelona; it opened in October 1962 in the Pedralbes neighbourhood with 100 students (Kindergarten through Grade 5). In the 1970s, enrollment grew and the school moved to a second Pedralbes building and then consolidated on its Esplugues campus, reuniting all students on one campus by the end of the decade. The 1980s saw expansion in academics and extracurricular programming, including service trips and international conferences, and the Model United Nations club was founded. The 1990s brought a major Esplugues building addition, a new cafeteria, and accreditation from the Middle States Association plus recognition from the Generalitat de Catalunya. In the 2000s, ASB added a mosaic at the entrance and, in 2007, became an authorized IB Diploma Program school; the 2010s saw further expansion with a new Early Childhood Center and Elementary School, followed by a new Middle School, a gymnasium-auditorium, and an outdoor amphitheatre. In the 2020s ASB celebrated 60 years, growing to nearly 1,000 students, with new construction plans underway.	History Founded in 1964, St PETER'S School was the first international school in Barcelona to use English as a first language, to embrace coeducation, and to introduce an innovative curriculum. Today it remains a benchmark in education due to its innovative program, the excellence of its students, the quality of its teachers, and the commitment of its international community. It is the only school in Catalonia offering the full IB Continuum in English across Nursery, Primary, Middle Years and Diploma Program. Forbes magazine ranked St PETER'S as the number 1 school in Spain in its latest ranking. Celebrations marked the school's 60th anniversary, as reported in April 2025.
Community	Community ASB is a non-profit international school located just outside Barcelona, Spain, with over 975 students from 60 countries, creating a multicultural environment. The ASB community includes students, staff, parents, and alumni who form lifelong connections and consider ASB a home. The school community hosts events such as International Day and other cultural activities, and Community Events describe a range of events and volunteer opportunities organized by the Parents Association. There are Neighborhood and Interest Groups, including Grade/class WhatsApp groups, neighborhood meetups, and clubs for activities like biking, running, and book clubs, plus on-campus celebrations of student learning.	Community St PETER'S community features ambassadors and class representatives to welcome and integrate families. Parents can volunteer in reading groups and in class activities; there are opportunities to participate in International Day, the Christmas fair, Halloween, and a book fair. Parenting workshops and webinars are offered to support families. Social and cultural events for parents are organized throughout the year to help connect within the community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association ASB has the ASB Parents Association (PA) representing all enrolled parents. The PA's mission is to bring joy to the school environment and foster close communication between ASB families and the school. All parents are represented by the PA when they enroll their children; the PA has an Executive Committee that organizes a number of memorable events, and leadership roles include Class Reps, Division Liaisons, and Welcome Ambassadors; all volunteer opportunities are communicated in The Lantern. The PA organizes events throughout the year, including Ice Cream Social, Fall Party (parents only), Halloween, Winter Bazaar, International Day, and Welcome Coffees for New Families. Neighborhood and Interest Groups include Grade and class-level WhatsApp groups, neighborhood meetups, and clubs for activities such as biking, running, and book clubs, plus Friday night soccer and coffee meetups at the ASB Café. Celebrations of Student Learning are supported by the PA, including end-of-unit celebrations, concerts and performances, sports games, and grade-level ceremonies.	Parent teacher association Ambassadors and class representatives support family integration. Volunteer opportunities include involvement in reading groups and classroom activities. Social and cultural events for parents are organized throughout the year to foster engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ASB offers a range of clubs that challenge students academically and foster intellectual growth. Model United Nations (MUN) engages 8th–12th graders in multiple conferences. Speech, Debate, and Acting Club (NESDA) competes in two tournaments each year, and Math Club trains for competitions such as Math Counts, Cangur, and ISMTF. Elementary Journalists Club and Ambassadors Club support student voice, while Middle/High School STUCO and Link Crew Leaders provide leadership and mentoring opportunities.	Academic & intellectual Afterschool Hub includes Thinkers Hub providing academic enrichment and problem-solving activities. Examples include chess and robotics. The program is designed to help students develop new skills beyond the classroom.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative ASB offers Theater, Music, and Visual Arts. Theater includes Musical Theater for 3rd–5th and 6th–12th grades, a Theater Elective for 6th–10th, and Theater Festivals. Music options include IB Music (11th–12th), Orchestra (4th–10th), Band (4th–10th), Music Festivals (6th–12th), Private Lessons, and Choir. Visual Arts includes PK3 to 8 curriculum with after-school art classes, and high school electives including IB Visual Art.	Arts & creative Afterschool Hub offers a Creative Hub with activities in music and the performing arts, including piano and choir, as well as drama and other creative pursuits.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Model United Nations (MUN) conferences are hosted by ASB and open to 8th–12th graders. International Day celebrates school diversity with over 20 country tables and student performances. Ambassadors Club helps welcome new families; Journalists Club serves elementary students; Link Crew Leaders mentor incoming students; STUCO provides student leadership.	Cultural & language Language Hub offers Spanish and English for adults, supporting language development within the afterschool program.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies ASB provides social clubs and leadership opportunities, including Journalists Club, Ambassadors Club, and STUCO. Link Crew Leaders mentor incoming students. After-school activities also include arts and sports alongside academics.	Social & hobbies Sports Hub and Creative Hub offer sports and recreational activities; examples include basketball, football and judo.
Community & service	Community & service Service Learning is a core part of ASB life, integrating meaningful service projects to affect positive change in the community. Opportunities are embedded in the curriculum and offered through after-school programs, overnight, and extended trips to develop empathy and organizational and communication skills.	Community & service Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) is part of the Diploma Programme; students undertake volunteering through NGO partnerships and organize non-profit fundraising with teachers and the community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student Council (STUCO) has middle school and high school bodies and serves as the student voice. Link Crew Leaders mentor incoming students, and Ambassadors Club fosters leadership and school involvement. The Elementary Principal's Advisory Committee (PAC) works with the elementary principal to plan assemblies and make recommendations for school improvement.	Leadership & professional Career Advising and University Placement are provided through PreU Programs; the Unifrog app helps students explore interests, and university information sessions support college planning. Diploma students may undertake a week-long work placement as part of CAS.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Athletics program includes Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis, Cross Country, Cheerleading & Dance, Gym & Move, Flag Football, and Fitness, all aimed at developing teamwork and life-long fitness. The program emphasizes effort, self-discipline, and teamwork as key life-skills. After-school activities run Monday–Friday from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, with some Middle/High School sports training extending later and after-school buses available to central Barcelona.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing Department provides psycho-pedagogical support to tailor individual plans and coordinate with teachers and families to promote emotional well-being, mental health and academic progress. Prevention of Bullying emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy with an anonymous reporting channel. Language Reception provides targeted language support for students new to Spanish, Catalan or English.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the main language of instruction and the vast majority of instruction and homework is conducted in English. Spanish is taught as part of the curriculum, beginning in Kindergarten. Catalan is included in the program as part of the International/American/Spanish/Catalan curriculum. Language learner classes are available in English, Spanish, and Catalan to provide guided practice.	Language provision English is the instruction language; Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages. Students pursue official language certifications: Cambridge certificates in English; Catalan Level C; Spanish Level C; and DELF B2 in French. The school offers the full IB Continuum in English across all stages, from Nursery to Diploma.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the main language of instruction. The vehicular language of instruction is English in ASB's English-based curriculum. Spanish instruction begins in Kindergarten, with language learner support in English, Spanish, and Catalan. A combined International/American/Spanish/Catalan program of study is offered.	Bilingual teaching The school uses English as the language of instruction across all stages from Nursery to Diploma. A bilingual programme in Spanish and English is offered. Spanish, Catalan and French are taught as additional languages, helping students become multilingual.
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Accreditations	Accreditations IB Organization, Middle States Association, Catalan Department of Education, Spanish Ministry of Education	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Complete the division-appropriate application form (PK3, Elementary, Middle School, or High School). The application is submitted via asb.openapply.com and a €250 fee is required; the fee is valid for up to two years for students in the waiting pool. After submission, the admissions team will contact you to arrange a time to meet your child. Supporting materials must be provided as specified for your division in the application guidelines. 2. Submit the required documents. Early Childhood requires the application, last year's report (in English; Spanish or Catalan allowed with originals), a confidential teacher questionnaire, and any relevant evaluations; passport copies are also requested. Elementary requires last two years' official report cards (in English; Spanish or Catalan allowed), confidential teacher and principal/guidance counselor questionnaires, and passport copies (standardized tests may be requested if available). Middle School requires the application, last two years' report cards, English and math teacher questionnaires, a principal or guidance counselor questionnaire, standardized tests in math and reading (if recent scores are unavailable, testing may be arranged), and passport copies (non-native English speakers may be asked for a writing assessment). High School requires the application, last three years' report cards (in English; translations needed for Grade 10+), English and math teacher questionnaires, a principal or guidance counselor questionnaire, standardized tests (MAP, PSAT, or other), and passport copies (an on-campus or remote writing assessment and/or interview may be requested). 3. Admissions review. All completed applications undergo a detailed review by the Admissions and Academic Teams, with consideration of English level, academic record, teacher references, and admissions assessments. For September admissions, completing the application by January 31 is strongly encouraged; the first round of admissions decisions is typically by mid-to-late February. Applications received after January 31 are reviewed on a rolling basis, with decisions communicated by email within two to three weeks. Decisions include Place Offered (with payment deadlines), Waiting Pool (space permitting), or Not Accepted. 4. Offer/Enrollment. If a place is offered, the family has one week to pay the matriculation fee and four weeks to pay the capital levy to reserve the spot; both fees are non-refundable. If a place is not available, families may be placed in the Waiting Pool, from which space becomes available on a rolling basis and does not confer priority for the next school year.	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	Scholarships Little Lynx Scholarship: Long-term scholarships for local residents entering PK3 for the 2026-27 school year, providing 15%–35% off tuition for the full duration of attendance; renewal each year until the end of Grade 6, with updated financial information before Grade 7; PK3 students receive a 50% reduction on the capital levy. Eligibility includes being a resident of Spain, long-term tax resident status, preference for students fluent in English, Spanish, and Catalan, and demonstration of financial need; current ASB families are eligible. Applications use the standard online form and require daycare references, financial disclosure, and open house or information session participation is encouraged. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, with decisions communicated after admission and financial documents are reviewed; renewal occurs automatically at January reenrollment unless extenuating circumstances apply. English Language Center Scholarship Program: Up to 10 scholarships covering 100% of Summer 2026 tuition for ASB's English Language Center Summer program; eligible students may reapply to continue in Weekday or Saturday classes for the 2026–27 school year on a full scholarship. Eligibility requires admission to grades 4 or higher, financial need (total family gross annual income under €50,000), residence in Barcelona metropolitan area, and completion of online application with supporting documents; current ELC students are eligible to apply. Selection includes financial need, academic potential, a letter of recommendation, language level testing, and an interview; applications require a €25 online application fee and must be submitted by May 15, 2026, with finalists contacted for testing and interviews; scholarship recipients are announced by mid-June.	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.
Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting Pool: The grade is filled, and families are contacted as space becomes available. Being in the waiting pool for the current year does not confer priority for the following school year.	Waitlist —
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