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Curriculum American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, Cantonese
Typical class size 15
Strengths Languages, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Synergy International Christian School is a private, North American–style, trilingual international school located in Bellaterra, in the Cerdanyola del Vallès area near Barcelona. It serves students from ages 3 to 18 in preschool through secondary education and operates as a non‑profit Christian community aligned with Protestant values. The school offers an American curriculum that blends U.S. Common Core standards with the basic competencies of Catalonia and Spain, taught through English, Spanish and Catalan in flexible, translanguaged groups. Reading and narrating with Living Books is a core learning method, and instruction follows a Biblical worldview informed by the Charlotte Mason approach, using teacher-guided projects, cross‑subject projects, self-paced online platforms, STEAM activities and outdoor learning. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 15 students per class and one class per grade. The school is accredited by ACSI (K‑12) and MSA (K‑12) and maintains after‑school activities, technology integration, and a family‑oriented atmosphere.
Carrer de Salcillo, 6, 08193 Bellaterra, Barcelona, Spain
The Essentials
Synergy International Christian School has 60 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Spanish, Cantonese.
Location
C. Salcillo 6-8, Bellaterra, Cerdanyola del Valles, Barcelona, Spain
Stages
Pre-school, Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary (ages 3-18)
Type
Private North American international Christian school; trilingual
Additional learning support
Inclusion and attention to educational diversity; smaller class sizes (one class per grade); individualized attention
Country affiliation
American
Religious affiliation
Protestant Christian
School day structure
Compressed school day with smaller classes and after-school activities
Fees
Annual tuition at Synergy International Christian School ranges from EUR 0 for 2026/27.
Application / Enrollment fee
- Enrollment fee: EUR 375, payable once per school year.
Tuition fees (by year group)
- Kindergarten (ages 3–5): Tuition total per school year EUR 4,728. Standard payment schedule: 12 monthly payments of EUR 394. The enrollment fee above is charged in addition to tuition.
- Grades 1–6: Tuition total per school year EUR 4,728. Standard payment schedule: 12 monthly payments of EUR 394. The enrollment fee above is charged in addition to tuition.
- Grades 7–12: Tuition total per school year EUR 4,728. Standard payment schedule: 12 monthly payments of EUR 394. The enrollment fee above is charged in addition to tuition.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Enrollment fee: single payment per school year (EUR 375). Tuition: billed on a 12-month schedule as 12 equal monthly payments of EUR 394, totaling EUR 4,728 per academic year.
- Sibling discount: 10% discount applies for additional students from the same family.
- Yearly costs for books and learning materials are assessed separately and communicated each school year. Specific fees for outings, bus transport, and similar items are charged as applicable and are communicated when required.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered; there are no boarding fees applicable. The school operates as a day school with optional after-school activities.
Other costs and fees
- Books and materials: annual cost to be communicated each school year.
- Outings, bus, and similar specific fees: charged as applicable and communicated to families when arranged.
- Uniforms: no fixed uniform fee is listed among the published school charges.
Refund information
- No separate refund policy is published alongside the fee schedule. General legal notices govern the institution.
Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, online payment processors, etc.) are not specified in the published fee schedule. Payment arrangements and accepted methods are handled through the school's finance office.
Academics
Synergy International Christian School teaches American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers a competency-based academic program that blends U.S. Common Core standards with the basic competencies of Catalonia and Spain. English, Spanish and Catalan are used in trilingual immersion with flexible groups and translanguaging. Reading and narrating with 'Living Books' is an essential method of learning. The pedagogy emphasizes a Biblical worldview, with the Charlotte Mason approach informing teaching. Teaching uses varied methodologies, including teacher-guided projects, cross-subject projects, self-paced online platforms, STEAM projects, and outdoor learning. Class sizes are small, with reduced groups and a maximum of 15 students.
Student Teacher Ratio
Reduced groups with a maximum of 15 students. Combined groups across grades foster collaborative learning.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Moral training, including emotional education, relational education, and restorative discipline.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Inclusion and attention to educational needs supported by a psycho-pedagogical guidance team; staff include specialists with Special Education endorsements.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Trilingual immersion in English, Spanish and Catalan; flexible groupings and translanguaging.
Mental Wellbeing
Emotional education, moral training, relational education, and restorative discipline support students' mental wellbeing.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Open enrollment is year round. The school serves students ages 3–18 across preschool, primary, and secondary programs. It is a private North American tri-lingual Christian school in Bellaterra, Barcelona.
2. Open House is offered; you must sign up through the provided form. The event gives prospective families a view of the school and its programs. Sign-up form is forms.gle/1HxS6G1haDPTW489A.
3. Enrollment forms can be requested by email at [email protected]. The enrollment information is available via email.
4. Enrollment is open for the 2025-2026 school year. Open enrollment is ongoing.
FAQs
What age range does Synergy International Christian School serve?
The school serves students from ages 3 to 18, covering preschool through secondary education. It is a small school with a maximum of 15 students per class.
What curriculum does the school follow?
An American curriculum blending US Common Core standards with Catalan and Spanish competencies. The Charlotte Mason approach informs teaching, with 'Living Books' as an essential method.
Is the school religious?
Yes. Synergy is a non-profit Protestant Christian school operating from a Biblical worldview. Moral training, emotional education and restorative discipline are central to school life.
How much are the fees?
Tuition is EUR 4,728 per year for Kindergarten through Grade 6 and EUR 5,103 for Grades 7-12, payable in 12 monthly instalments. Enrolment fee is EUR 375 annually.
Where is the school located?
At Calle Salcillo 6-8, Bellaterra, Cerdanyola del Valles, near Barcelona. The school is in a residential area with good access to Barcelona.
How many students attend?
Around 60 students with one class per grade and a maximum of 15 per class. This small size enables individualised attention and close teacher-student relationships.
What languages are taught?
Trilingual immersion in English, Spanish and Catalan with flexible groupings and translanguaging. The programme uses all three languages across the curriculum.
Does the school support children with SEN?
Yes. A psycho-pedagogical guidance team includes specialists with Special Education endorsements. Inclusion and attention to educational diversity are central, supported by small class sizes.
What is the Charlotte Mason approach?
A pedagogy that uses 'Living Books' and narration as essential learning methods. It emphasises curiosity, nature study, habit training and exposure to rich ideas across subjects.
How do I apply?
Open enrolment is year-round. Sign up for an Open House event or contact the school directly for preschool, primary or secondary admission.
