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Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, Portuguese
Typical class size 12
Strengths Outdoor Education, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
NYsKOOL Barcelona operates Learning Hubs in Poblenou, delivering an American curriculum blended with Finland's child-centered approach for ages 5 to 17. The Barcelona hub provides outdoor sports and proximity to Poblenou Central Park. The core academic structure follows United States standards, while Individual Learning Plans (ILP) are built around each student's strengths, paced progress, and goals, enabling personalized lessons, challenges, and projects. Adaptive technology and AI-supported learning tailor progress, with time for creativity and family life. Students may earn an IB Diploma or an American Diploma, with Eastwood Global as the IB diploma partner. Hubs combine live online classes with face-to-face collaboration and hands-on projects, supported by a Virtual Hub for remote learners. The network plans further expansion to Castelldefels and Estoril, aiming for 100 hubs globally within five years. The network supports collaboration across global hubs. In Barcelona, outdoor activity, teamwork, and real-world projects underpin life skills alongside academics.
Nyskool - Barcelona has typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Location
The NYsKOOL Barcelona Hub is in the Poblenou district of Barcelona, Spain. It opened in September 2024 as one of NYsKOOL's in-person learning hubs. It is part of NYsKOOL's global network of Learning Hubs, including a Barcelona hub in the lineup.
Stages
Ages 5 to 17; Primary and Middle School and High School.
School day structure
Each day at a NYsKOOL Hub is filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and collaboration. Daily outdoor sports are part of every full day. Drop-off and pick-up times are flexible to fit families' schedules.
Fees
Annual tuition at Nyskool - Barcelona ranges from EUR 9,720 to EUR 18,000 for 2026/27.
Application / Enrollment fees
- Enrollment fee: EUR 1,000 (paid once on first enrolment). - Re-enrolment fee: EUR 750 (paid annually). - Sibling discounts: 15% discount applies to the Enrollment and Re-enrolment fees where stated; tuition sibling discounts also apply (see tuition lines).
Tuition fees (Primary & Middle — per year group / programme)
- Full‑time in‑person (hub attendance, 5 days/week, 09:00–16:15): EUR 900 per month (paid monthly). 10% sibling discount on tuition applies. - Part‑time in‑person (hub attendance, 3 days/week, 09:00–16:15): EUR 750 per month (paid monthly). 10% sibling discount applies. - Online learning (fully remote): EUR 450 per month (paid monthly). 10% sibling discount applies. - Hub‑Only (access to hub activities while following a separate online curriculum): EUR 600 per month (paid monthly). 10% sibling discount applies. - Additional day‑use charge for hub drop‑off: EUR 40 per day.
Tuition fees (High School — annual figures and monthly approximations)
- American Diploma Programme: - Grades 9–10: EUR 15,000 per year (≈ EUR 1,250 per month shown). - Grades 11–12: EUR 16,000 per year (≈ EUR 1,333 per month shown). - IB Diploma Programme: - Year 1 (Grade 11): EUR 18,000 per year (≈ EUR 1,500 per month shown). - Year 2 (Grade 12): EUR 20,000 per year (≈ EUR 1,666 per month shown). - High‑school fees are presented as all‑inclusive figures (including hub usage) and scholarship reductions of up to 20% may be available.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Primary & Middle tuition is charged and shown as monthly payments; the site explicitly lists the monthly amounts for the hub and online options. Re‑enrolment is charged annually. - High School tuition is shown as annual amounts with monthly equivalents displayed; the published figures are given as annual tuition (monthly approximations are shown alongside those annual figures).
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered at the Learning Hubs; Learning Hubs operate as day hubs with drop‑off/pick‑up and daily programmes. No boarding fees apply.
Other costs and fees
- Hub drop‑off (day attendance): EUR 40 per day. - On‑site co‑working or parent facilities are mentioned for some hubs (Lisbon) as available for a small fee; no separate published co‑working fee specific to Barcelona is listed on the public hub pages. - No separate uniform fee is published on the publicly listed fee pages. A question about a uniform policy appears in the school FAQ list, but a specific uniform charge is not shown in the public fee schedule.
Refunds and cancellation
- No explicit refund or detailed cancellation policy for the listed fees (enrolment, tuition, re‑enrolment) is published on the public fee pages. The enrolment form references acceptance of Terms & Conditions, which would govern refunds or cancellations, but a specific publicly posted refund schedule is not available in the fee materials.
Fee payment options
- Public fee pages and enrollment information list amounts and billing cadence but do not publish specific payment‑method details (for example, bank transfer vs. credit card) in the fee schedule itself. The enrolment form references Terms & Conditions for contractual details.
Notes on scope and currency
- Fees above are the published fee items for NYsKOOL Learning Hubs (including the Poblenou/Barcelona Learning Hub) and the school's high‑school programmes as presented on the school's fee pages. The high‑school amounts are shown as annual tuition with monthly approximations displayed alongside the annual numbers.
Summary of missing items in public fee materials
- The public fee schedule provides clear amounts for Primary & Middle monthly pricing, enrolment/re‑enrolment fees, hub‑only options and the high‑school annual tuition figures. It does not publish detailed payment‑method options (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit), a full refund/cancellation schedule, or a specific uniform cost. Terms & Conditions referenced at enrolment would be the place where refund/payment‑method rules are specified, but those details are not listed in the public fee pages reviewed.
Academics
Nyskool - Barcelona teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, IB (DP) for students aged 5 to 17.
Curriculum
Core academic structure aligned with rigorous United States educational standards, deeply integrated with the Finnish child-centered approach. Individual Learning Plans (ILP) built around student strengths; personalized lessons, challenges, and projects; learning by doing; balanced growth with focus on academics, well-being, and social skills. High School Programs (Grades 9-12) include the IB Diploma Programme and American Diploma, with Eastwood Global as the diploma partner.
Student Teacher Ratio
Low student-to-teacher ratios: Maximum of 12 students per grade.
Higher Education Progression
IB Diploma Programme and American Diploma pathways for high school; Eastwood Global serves as the diploma-awarding partner.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
NYsKOOL places emotional well-being at the core of learning. Students follow Individual Learning Plans (ILP) built around their strengths, pace, and goals. The approach blends academics with life skills, focusing on teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, communication, and resilience. Finnish-inspired methods emphasize learning by doing and balanced growth that equally prioritizes academics, well-being, and social skills. Emotional well-being is a core outcome of the program, and the model combines a U.S. curriculum with Finnish practices to support confidence and lifelong learning.
Mental Wellbeing
Emotional well-being is a core part of NYsKOOL's education model, with a focus on happiness, confidence, and engagement.
Safeguarding
The Learning Hubs are secure and gated spaces designed to keep children safe, with access to playgrounds, sports facilities, and a large swimming pool.
Admissions
Admissions
1) The school accepts applications for children aged 5 to 17. For U.S. or IB programs, 16 and 17-year-olds are eligible. Class sizes are intentionally small, with a maximum of 12 students per grade. This structure supports personalized attention and meaningful learning experiences. 2) Enrollment is simple and flexible. Prospective families fill out the form, and the NYsKOOL team will get in touch to discuss options. The enrollment process accommodates online and hub-based learning arrangements. Reserve your place today. 3) You can join NYsKOOL at any time during the school year, enabling learning that fits your family's life. The school offers full-time or part-time participation at Learning Hubs or online with occasional visits.
Scholarships
The school offers financial support and scholarships for high school, with opportunities to reduce tuition by up to 20%.
FAQs
Where is the NYsKOOL Barcelona hub located?
The hub is in the Poblenou district of Barcelona, Spain. It opened in September 2024 as one of NYsKOOL's in-person Learning Hubs and is part of a global network. It offers in-person and online/hybrid learning options.
What age range does NYsKOOL Barcelona serve and what programs are offered?
The school serves students aged 5 to 17 across Primary, Middle, and High School. High School programs include the IB Diploma Programme and the American Diploma, with Eastwood Global as the diploma partner. The core curriculum combines rigorous US standards with a Finnish child-centered approach and uses Individual Learning Plans.
What diploma options exist for high school at NYsKOOL Barcelona?
High School offers two diploma pathways: the IB Diploma Programme and the American Diploma. Eastwood Global partners with NYsKOOL to award the diplomas. This supports university readiness and global diploma options.
What are the tuition options for Primary & Middle and for High School, and are there sibling discounts?
Primary & Middle tuition can be paid monthly for several options: 900 EUR/month for full-time hub attendance, 750 EUR for part-time hub attendance, 450 EUR for fully online, or 600 EUR for hub-only access. Sibling discounts of 10% on tuition and 15% on enrollment/re-enrolment apply where stated. High School tuition is invoiced annually with monthly equivalents shown, and scholarships may reduce up to 20%.
How do enrollment and re-enrolment fees work, and are scholarships available?
Enrollment fee is 1,000 EUR, paid once on first enrollment; re-enrolment fee is 750 EUR annually. Sibling discounts apply to enrollment and re-enrolment, and high school scholarships can reduce tuition up to 20%. There is no published uniform fee in the available materials.
What is the admissions process and is there a waitlist?
Applications are accepted for ages 5 to 17, with older students eligible for U.S. or IB programs. The process is simple: submit the form and the NYsKOOL team will contact you to discuss options. Families can join at any time during the school year with full-time or part-time hub or online arrangements. There is no published waitlist information.
What curriculum does NYsKOOL Barcelona follow, and what are ILPs?
The curriculum follows rigorous United States standards, integrated with a Finnish child-centered approach. Each student has an Individual Learning Plan tailored to strengths, pace, and goals, with a learning-by-doing approach that balances academics, well-being, and social skills. The program also emphasizes university readiness and project-based learning.
What is class size like, and what higher education pathways are available?
NYsKOOL Barcelona aims for low student-to-teacher ratios, with a maximum of 12 students per grade. For high school, students can pursue either the IB Diploma or the American Diploma, with Eastwood Global as the diploma partner. The learning model emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning and global perspectives.
How is the school structured for high school and what diplomas exist?
High School includes both the IB Diploma Programme and the American Diploma pathways. IB Year 1 corresponds to Grade 11 and IB Year 2 to Grade 12; the American Diploma pathway covers Grades 9–12 with published annual tuition. Eastwood Global serves as the diploma partner.
What facilities and environment does the Poblenou Barcelona hub offer, including sports and outdoor time?
The Poblenou Barcelona hub offers daily outdoor sports as part of every full day, with access to nearby outdoor spaces such as Poblenou Central Park. The hub is designed for collaborative, hands-on learning with flexible spaces for active movement and group work.
What academic facilities and technology are used, such as ILP and adaptive learning tools?
Each student follows an ILP built around strengths, pace, and goals. The program uses adaptive technology and AI-supported learning to personalize progress, with a mix of core academics and time for creativity and projects.
Are campuses secured and what about additional facilities like a pool?
Learning Hubs are secure and gated spaces designed to keep children safe, with access to playgrounds, sports facilities, and a large swimming pool. The Barcelona hub location notes proximity to outdoor spaces and gym-friendly areas for movement.
What kinds of projects and activities do students do?
Students engage in hands-on projects, experiments and group challenges—from building rockets and ecosystems to debating real-world issues and designing solutions. Projects blend academics with practical inquiry to keep learners curious and engaged.
How does NYsKOOL connect students with peers globally?
Hubs are globally connected, enabling virtual collaboration with peers from other NYsKOOL hubs around the world. Students exchange ideas and projects and learn from diverse cultures, enhancing intercultural understanding.
Are there arts and creativity integrated?
Creativity is woven into daily learning, with project-based activities that involve imaginative design and presenting outcomes. Arts and creative problem-solving are integrated into science and humanities projects.
How is emotional wellbeing supported at NYsKOOL Barcelona?
Emotional well-being is a core outcome; students follow ILPs tailored to their strengths and goals, and the Finnish-inspired approach emphasizes resilience, collaboration, and social skills alongside academics. Mental wellbeing is prioritized as part of the learning model.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
Learning Hubs are secure and gated spaces designed to keep children safe, with supervised access to playgrounds and facilities, including sports areas and a large pool. Safety and safeguarding are integral to the hub environment.
Are there support services for SEN or EAL?
The provided information does not specify dedicated SEN or EAL programs; learning is personalized through ILPs, but specific support services are not detailed.
Is boarding offered at NYsKOOL Barcelona?
Boarding is not offered; the Barcelona hub operates as a day hub with drop-off and pick-up options.
What is the approach to uniforms?
A specific uniform policy or costs are not listed in the publicly available fee materials.
