Spain, Barcelona
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Founded in 1978, the school has operated a trilingual project (English, Catalan, and Spanish). The campus is located in the upper area of Barcelona and spans more than 11,000 square meters. The languages of instruction include English, Catalan, and Spanish; some subjects are taught in English and Cambridge exams are administered on-site (Movers, Starters, Flyers in primary; PET, KEY, First, or Advance in secondary) and recognized by Cambridge University. French is introduced in secondary to prepare for DELF or DALF, with English and French certificates recognized by the CE. The school maintains a connection with Cambridge International School.
The students are the main protagonist and reason for the school's existence, and learning occurs in a climate of coexistence and respect. Educational excellence is supported by long experience and the ability to adapt to new educational challenges. Proximity and trust are emphasized, with the school accompanying students at all growth stages and building a solid emotional base. Tutorial action focuses on daily monitoring by tutors and experienced teaching staff, while extracurricular activities and a summer program broaden student life.
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.