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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Located in the area of Barcelona, SIL School offers a bespoke bilingual-trilingual education for ages 0 to 18, combining Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula with a Preschool to Baccalaureate pathway. The school teaches in English, Catalan, and Spanish, using all languages as languages of instruction. Some subjects are taught in English (PE, Arts and Crafts, Science, Geography) while others are taught in Spanish (Mathematics, Religion, History, Economics). Cambridge examinations are conducted on-site: Movers/Starters/Flyers in primary and PET/KEY/First/Advanced in secondary, with English instruction aligned to these assessments; English and, in secondary, French certificates are CE-recognized. French is introduced in ESO with DELF or DALF preparation. The campus spans more than 11,000 m2 and includes an auditorium, dining hall, heated indoor pool, multi-sport courts, laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Technology, a computer room, an audiovisual room, a music room, and a kitchen. A midday and after-school programme features robotics, theatre, dance, language clubs, chess, and sports.
Av. del Tibidabo, 28, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08022 Barcelona, Spain
The Essentials
SIL School has 709 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in Spanish, English.
Location
Located in the upper area of Barcelona, Spain. The campus is Av. del Tibidabo, 28, 08022 Barcelona. The campus spans more than 11,000 square meters and offers a range of facilities. The contact phone number is +34 932 126 754.
Stages
Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and Baccalaureate (maternal to high school).
Type
Trilingual school (English, Catalan, and Spanish).
Country affiliation
Cambridge International School
Fees
Application fees - No published single application or registration fee amount is available publicly. The school's online pages do not list a numeric application/matriculation fee for any year group.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - No published tuition rates by school year or per term are available publicly. There are no numeric tuition figures for Preschool, Primary, Secondary (ESO) or Baccalaureate displayed on the school's public pages.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No published billing schedule, payment deadlines, installment plans, or formal payment terms (for example: number of instalments, due dates, late-payment penalties) are available publicly. The school's public pages do not provide a fee calendar or payment-terms text.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding provision or boarding fees are published or described on the school's public pages. The school's public information presents itself as a day school without public reference to boarding options or boarding charges.
Other costs or fees (uniform, materials, extracurriculars, transport, lunches, trips, insurance) - No fixed amounts for uniforms, photocopy/materials, school lunches, school trips, extracurricular activity fees, transport or student insurance are published. The school's public pages reference external vendors/partners for some services (for example: Alexia and a J Nadal ordering link are referenced on the site), which indicates separate services or suppliers are used for school administrative or supply purchases, but no prices are displayed publicly.
Refund information - No published refund policy, reimbursement schedule, or explicit terms for withdrawal/fee refunds is available publicly. There is no public text specifying under what conditions (if any) tuition or other fees are refunded.
Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cash, online portal) - No published list of accepted payment methods or payment channels with specific details (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cash) appears on the school's public pages. The school's public pages reference an administrative portal (Alexia) and external suppliers, which implies online administrative systems are used, but no explicit, published list of accepted payment methods is provided.
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School contact information shown publicly (for fee enquiries) - Telephone: +34 932 126 754. Email: sil@colegiosil.com. Address: Av. del Tibidabo, 28, 08022 Barcelona. The school also shows pre-registration links and external administrative platforms on its public pages.
Academics
SIL School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 0 to 18.
Curriculum
Preschool through Baccalaureate are offered. The school operates a trilingual program in English, Catalan and Spanish, with all three languages used as languages of instruction and as vehicles for learning. Some subjects are taught in English across different stages (e.g., Physical Education, Arts and Crafts, Science, Geography) while others are taught in Spanish (Mathematics, Religion, History, Economics). To certify language learning, English language instruction is integrated with Cambridge examinations for primary (Movers, Starters and Flyers) and secondary (PET, KET, First or Advanced), with examinations conducted on site and certified by the University of Cambridge. French is introduced in secondary education (ESO), with preparation for DELF or DALF depending on level over four years. English and French certificates have CE recognition. The school is linked to Cambridge International School. The educational stages encompass Preschool, Primary, Secondary and Baccalaureate.
Exam Results
Cambridge Exam Results 2025: Movers, Starters and Flyers pass rate 100%; PET 80%; FCE 95%; CAE 88%; CPE not listed. PAU June 2024: Catalunya pass rate 94.97%; SIL pass rate 100%; Grade Point Average Catalunya 7.54; SIL 7.63; PAU result 6.74 Catalunya; 7.20 SIL; Average Access mark 7.27 Catalunya; 7.39 SIL.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The students are the main protagonists and the reason for the school's existence. Learning takes place in a climate of coexistence and respect, which are keys to the holistic development of people. The school's long experience and ability to adapt to new educational challenges support the quality of its teaching. It accompanies children through all stages of growth, establishing a solid emotional base so that students can face future challenges. The educational system focuses on daily monitoring of the student, using the management of tutors and the experience of the teaching staff.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The project is trilingual (English, Catalan and Spanish), enabling students to acquire solid linguistic competence in all three languages. Catalan, Spanish and English are taught not only as languages themselves but also as vehicular languages for other learning. Various subjects are taught alternately in English across the different educational stages: Physical Education, Arts and Crafts, Science, Geography; and in Spanish: Mathematics, Religion, History, or Economics. To certify these learnings, during schooling at SIL, students complete more hours of English instruction to successfully pass Cambridge exams (Movers, Starters and Flyers in primary; PET, KEY, First or Advanced in secondary). These exams are conducted at the center and are validated by the University of Cambridge. A French language program is introduced in compulsory secondary education (ESO), and students prepare for the DELF or the DALF according to the level acquired over four years. The certificates obtained for English and/or French have CE recognition, and the school is linked to Cambridge International School.
Mental Wellbeing
Daily monitoring of students by tutors and experienced teaching staff supports students' mental wellbeing. A climate of coexistence and respect fosters emotional balance. The school accompanies students through all growth stages, providing a stable emotional base. Tutorial action ensures ongoing attention to each student's wellbeing and progress. These elements form part of the school's holistic educational approach.
Admissions
Admissions
Pre-registration for the 2026-27 academic year runs March 4–18, 2026 for Infant Education and Primary Education, and March 6–18, 2026 for ESO (Secondary Education). The initial offer of places for pre-registration was published on March 3, 2026. Pre-registration can be completed electronically at preinscripcio.gencat.cat using a digital certificate (IdCAT; Cl@viene; DNIe; I-CAT) or via digital support at the school if no certificate is available. The school code is 08004080. Required documentation includes the parent/guardian identity document (DNI/NIE or passport); the child's birth certificate or family book; documentation proving priority criteria (proof of residence via empadronamiento; proof of distance to workplace via employer certificate or labor contract or the tax forms 036/037); other documents such as a certificate of income support (Renda Garantida de Ciutadania); disability documentation (33% or higher) or a disability card; and certificates for large families or single-parent families if applicable. The 2026 initial offer lists the ordinary and NEE places by cycle and course (Infant Education, Primary Education, ESO). Infant Education 1: Ordinàries 38; NEE 6. Infant Education 2: Ordinàries 0; NEE 2. Infant Education 3: Ordinàries 0; NEE 0. Primary Education 1: Ordinàries 0; NEE 0. Primary Education 2: Ordinàries 10; NEE 1. Primary Education 3: Ordinàries 2; NEE 4. Primary Education 4: Ordinàries 8; NEE 1. Primary Education 5: Ordinàries 0; NEE 1. Primary Education 6: Ordinàries 0; NEE 0. ESO 1: Ordinàries 10; NEE 3. ESO 2: Ordinàries 5; NEE 2. ESO 3: Ordinàries 5; NEE 2. ESO 4: Ordinàries 10; NEE 2. (Publication date: 3 March 2026.)
Waitlist
Waiting lists are published; a waiting-list document (LLISTA DESPERA) provides the details. The school maintains a page for waiting lists (Preinscripció 20-21. Llistes de espera) and a PDF of the waiting-list criteria.
FAQs
What age range does SIL School serve?
SIL School serves students from age 0 to 18, covering Preschool through Baccalaureate. It provides a continuous trilingual education pathway in Barcelona.
What curriculum does the school follow?
A trilingual programme combining Cambridge Primary and Secondary curricula with the Spanish system. Subjects are taught alternately in English, Catalan and Spanish across all stages.
What are the Cambridge exam results?
In 2025, pass rates were 100% for Movers/Starters/Flyers, 80% for PET, 95% for FCE and 88% for CAE. PAU pass rate was 100% compared to the Catalonia average of 94.97%.
Where is the school located?
In the upper area of Barcelona at Avenida del Tibidabo 28. The campus spans more than 11,000 square metres with extensive indoor and outdoor facilities.
What facilities does the school have?
An auditorium, dining hall, indoor heated pool, three multi-sport courts, computer room, audiovisual room, music room, and physics, chemistry, biology and technology laboratories.
What languages are taught?
English, Catalan and Spanish as core trilingual languages. French is introduced in secondary with DELF/DALF certification. Cambridge English exams are available on site.
How many students attend?
Approximately 709 students attend SIL School, which has been providing trilingual education in Barcelona since its founding.
Are meals prepared on site?
Yes. The school has its own kitchen where all meals and snacks are prepared. At midday, students are supervised by an English-speaking team of monitors.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Robotics, English theatre, dance, music, Design Thinking, chess, bilingual theatre, Land Art, yoga, football, basketball, volleyball, water polo and swimming.
How is the admissions process structured?
Pre-registration for 2026-27 runs in March. For Infant and Primary, it opens March 4-18. For Secondary, March 6-18. Online pre-registration is available at preinscripcio.gencat.cat.
Is there a waiting list?
Yes. The school maintains and publishes waiting lists when year groups reach capacity. Details are available through the school's pre-registration process.
When was the school founded?
SIL School was founded in 1962 and has operated its trilingual programme in the upper Barcelona area for over six decades.
