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Deutsche Schule Barcelona

Spain, Barcelona

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Community, involvement and what it's like to be a parent at this school

History

The 1894-founded Deutsche Schule Barcelona is a private integrated school that follows both the German and Spanish curricula. It is a German overseas school recognized by the federal government, with the quality seal 'Excellent German Overseas School'. The school provides a complete educational path from kindergarten through the German International Abitur after twelve years for students of any mother tongue. The campus currently hosts over 1,500 students. The teaching staff is composed of motivated, qualified teachers from diverse language and educational backgrounds. The DSB features a modern building in an attractive setting, spacious break areas, varied sports facilities, a large auditorium, a canteen and a library, and science rooms.

Community

The school community includes governing bodies (Gremien), the Parent Forum (Elternforum), Alumni, cooperation partners, and Sponsoring. It offers a broad range of after-school programs and facilities, including after-school activities, a music school, clubs and competitions, university preparation courses, German language courses, as well as a canteen, bus service, café and summer school.

Parent-Teacher Association

The Parent Forum aims to strengthen the collaboration between school and families. It provides opportunities for parents to share experiences and reflect, with input from a DSB staff member on topics during the school year.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, Spanish, English
Fees €6,350 - 6,380
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Opened 1894
Bus Service Yes

Deutsche Schule Barcelona is a private, officially recognized German overseas school in Spain, funded by the German federal government and awarded the label Excellent German Overseas School. It delivers a German–Spanish encounter education from kindergarten through the German International Abitur after twelve grades. From grade 1, almost all subjects are taught in German and follow Iberian regional curricula approved by KMK; in addition to German and Spanish, students study English, Catalan and, from grade 9, optional French. The campus supports about 1,500 students and features a building with break areas, sports facilities, a canteen, a library, and science laboratories. The program emphasizes mathematics and the natural sciences, alongside social and humanities education, with a focus on developing social and civic competencies. Around 120 students graduate with the DIA each year, recognized as the Spanish Bachillerato. After-school activities include basketball, soccer, dance, robotics, and clubs such as MUN and Oracy Club.

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Discover DSB: Information Session + Free German Class
Discover DSB: Information Session + Free German Class
Sign up for one of our information sessions plus a free German class for your child and discover the...
Wednesday, 27 May 2026 at 18:00 CEST Av. Jacint Esteva i Fontanet, 105, Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain

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