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Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Barcelona Montessori School offers a Montessori education in Barcelona, combining the Montessori Curriculum with the British National Curriculum and the Early Years Foundation Stage. The school serves ages 1 to 12, and a Secondary Adolescent Program for ages 12–16 opened in September 2025. English is the language of instruction, with Catalan and Spanish taught on site. The school operates across two campuses, Pomaret (opened 2022) and Esperança (opened 2020), totaling about 3,000 square meters of indoor space and 6,000 square meters of outdoor space. Pomaret houses Early Years through Primary with Nido spaces, Infant Communities, and Children's Houses; Esperança hosts the Primary program with a dedicated art and music room and library. The school is authorized by the Catalan Department of Education after NABSS inspection and is British Council recognized. Facilities include an art specialist, library, and a Summer Camp program. The community comprises more than 40 nationalities.
Carrer de l'Esperança, 13, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
The Essentials
Barcelona Montessori School - Primary has 138 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English.
Location
Sarria, Barcelona. Two campuses: Carrer Pomaret 25 (Pre-school to Secondary; Adolescent Program opening September 2025) and Carrer de l'Esperança 13 (Primary campus). Easily accessible from central Barcelona and Sant Cugat by metro and FGC; a bus service is provided for students at the start and end of the day.
Stages
Nido (0-12 months); Infant Community (18 months–3 years); Children's House (3–6 years); Primary (6–12 years); Secondary (opening September 2025; Adolescent Program 12–16 years).
Type
Montessori school with early years through secondary; English-language instruction; follows the Montessori curriculum and the British National Curriculum/EYFS.
Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 40 nationalities represented; English is the language uniting the community.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom via British Council accreditation
Bus service
The school has a bus service for students at the start and end of the day.
Fees
Annual tuition at Barcelona Montessori School - Primary ranges from EUR 9,920 to EUR 11,308 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fees - One-time registration (application) fee: EUR 2,600 (charged at time of application/enrolment).
(Note: the per-term amounts above are the annual tuition divided into three equal terms to show a termly figure aligned with the school's British curriculum structure; the British-style school year is commonly organised in three terms—Autumn, Spring and Summer.)
Sibling discount - Sibling discounts are applied as published: 7% off the older child's tuition for the second child, 15% for the third child, 25% for the fourth child and 50% for the fifth child.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are published for the academic year and include an annual tuition charge plus the one-time registration fee for new enrolments. The school publishes a 2025–2026 fees document that sets the invoicing and payment terms for that academic year. The registration fee is charged at the point of application/enrolment.
Boarding fees - No boarding provision is listed for Barcelona Montessori School; the school operates as a day provision for ages 2–12.
Other costs and additional fees - The school's published fees materials identify the registration/one-time fee and annual tuition levels; separate or additional charges (for meals, transport, uniforms, extracurriculars, materials or other optional services) are set out in the school's published fee schedule and related documents. Families should expect that items such as uniforms, meals or specific optional services may be charged separately when applicable.
Refund information - Refund and cancellation conditions are defined in the school's published fees and enrolment documents for the academic year 2025–2026; the one-time registration fee is shown as a distinct one-off charge in the fees schedule. The published fees document contains the specific refund and cancellation terms that apply.
Fee payment options - The school's published 2025–2026 fees document sets accepted payment methods and invoicing procedures for that year. Typical options used by British-curriculum international schools include bank transfer (SEPA/IBAN), direct debit or card payments; the school's fees document details the exact payment methods and any administrative charges.
Academics
Barcelona Montessori School - Primary teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1 to 12.
Curriculum
The school follows the Montessori Curriculum and uses the British National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage. The Montessori program is organized into Nido (0–12 months), Infant Community (18 months–3 years), Children's House (3–6 years), Primary (6–12 years), and a Secondary School Program opening in September 2025. The community is composed of more than 40 nationalities and English is the language of instruction.
Student Teacher Ratio
Infant Community spaces accommodate 12 children across two communities, and two Children's Houses accommodate 24 to 35 students.
Higher Education Progression
Secondary School Program opening in September 2025.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Barcelona Montessori School centres social and emotional learning within the Montessori curriculum. The school provides a safe space for students to understand their own emotions and those of others. Grace and courtesy lessons directly teach social skills and contribute to emotional development. Class communication follows the principle of naturality, and the community values the richness that languages and cultures bring to learning. Mixed‑age classrooms enable older students to support younger peers, fostering empathy, collaboration, and independence.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English unites the Barcelona Montessori School community, representing more than 40 nationalities. Class communication follows the principle of naturality and reflects language diversity in daily learning. The school values the richness that other languages and cultures bring to understanding the world. The environment recognises the importance of multilingual exposure as part of the Montessori approach. Staff expertise includes English, Spanish, and French among teaching staff.
Mental Wellbeing
Life at Barcelona Montessori School follows the Montessori Curriculum and aligns with the British National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage. The school is a micro-society and a safe space for students to understand their own emotions and those of others. Adaptability is a critical skill to navigate social contexts, and students develop emotional resilience through navigating challenges in a supportive environment. The Montessori approach fosters independence, self-discipline, concentration, and responsible social interaction, all of which support mental wellbeing. Pupil wellbeing is reinforced through daily practice of cooperation and empathy.
Safeguarding
Policies and procedures are revised annually. The School Policies and Procedures page provides access to the current policy framework. Safeguarding is addressed within these policies and procedures.
Admissions
Admissions
Admission Process: Online Information Event; Online Application Form; Classroom Observation and school tour (ideally in person) followed by a meeting and a chance to ask questions; We may request reports from the current school and teacher along with a meeting with you and/or your child before formally offering a place. To begin, complete the Interest Form and read the Enrollment Guide.
FAQs
What does Barcelona Montessori School offer?
Barcelona Montessori School offers a Montessori education in Barcelona, combining the Montessori Curriculum with the British National Curriculum and the Early Years Foundation Stage. The school serves ages 1 to 12, and a Secondary Adolescent Program .
What age range?
Ages 1-12.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 9,920 to EUR 11,308.
How many students?
Approximately 138 students.
Co-educational?
Yes.
SEN support?
Not specifically mentioned.
Where?
In Spain.
Languages?
English and Spanish are typically offered.
Transport?
Contact school.
What makes it special?
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