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Curriculum IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Languages, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Located near Barcelona, The British College of Gavà is a British international school serving Nursery to Year 13 and part of Inspired Education Group since its founding in 2015. The campus sits on a large, green site among pine trees, with separate areas for Early Years, Primary and Secondary and a fully enclosed campus for safety. The school uses English-language instruction with EAL support, and languages include French from Year 3, plus Spanish and Catalan as foreign languages. In Primary, the curriculum follows the English National Curriculum up to GCSE (Year 11), before students transition to the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. The Diploma core includes Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay, with Education for Sustainable Development embedded through CAS. The school also offers the IB Career-related Programme with partner organisations in Performing Arts, Innovation in Sports and Entrepreneurship. Facilities include three science laboratories, a large sports hall, a multi-purpose auditorium, outdoor playing fields and Forest School, plus two IT suites with iMacs. The campus hosts music, drama and dance, an e-Athletes program, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Carrer de Josep Lluís Sert, 32, 08850 Gavà, Barcelona, Spain
The Essentials
The British College of Gavà has 450 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
The British College of Gavà is located in Gavà, Catalonia, Spain. The campus sits among pine trees in lush gardens with modern, spacious premises about 20 minutes from Barcelona city. The school's address is Carrer de Josep Lluís Sert, 32, 08850 Gavà, Barcelona. The campus is completely enclosed for safety, and car drop-off happens on site.
Stages
Early Years Foundation Stage; Primary; Secondary; IB Diploma Programme (IBDP); IB Career-related Programme (IBCP).
Type
British international school offering IGCSE and IB programmes.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Bus service
BCG offers a daily bus transport service to and from the school, organized around families' needs. Modern buses are used and comply with safety rules, with a monitor supervising the route. Car drop-off can be completed within school premises.
Fees
Annual tuition at The British College of Gavà ranges from EUR 8,190 to EUR 15,360 for 2026/27.
Annual tuition fees by year group (2025/26 academic year)
- EYFS (Nursery and Reception, Ages 3–4): EUR 9,010 per year. - Lower Primary (Key Stage 1, Years 1–2, Ages 5–6): EUR 11,140 per year. - Upper Primary (Key Stage 2, Years 3–6, Ages 7–10): EUR 12,940 per year. - Secondary (Key Stage 3, Years 7–9, Ages 11–13): EUR 14,140 per year. - Secondary (Key Stage 4, Years 10–11, Ages 14–15): EUR 15,290 per year. - Sixth Form (Years 12–13, Ages 16–17): EUR 15,360 per year.
Equivalent billing breakdowns (school billing practice and arithmetic conversions)
- The school bills annual tuition in 10 monthly instalments (September to June). Monthly instalment amounts (annual fee ÷ 10): - EYFS: EUR 901.00 per month. - Lower Primary: EUR 1,114.00 per month. - Upper Primary: EUR 1,294.00 per month. - Secondary KS3: EUR 1,414.00 per month. - Secondary KS4: EUR 1,529.00 per month. - Sixth Form: EUR 1,536.00 per month.
- For database display using a per-term equivalent (simple division by three): - EYFS: EUR 3,003.33 per term. - Lower Primary: EUR 3,713.33 per term. - Upper Primary: EUR 4,313.33 per term. - Secondary KS3: EUR 4,713.33 per term. - Secondary KS4: EUR 5,096.67 per term. - Sixth Form: EUR 5,120.00 per term.
Application, enrollment and annual charges
- Non-returnable admission fee (payable on acceptance of a place): EUR 2,900 per pupil. No reimbursement is made in case of cancellation of a place at any time. - Annual re-enrolment fee (billed in February; includes materials, books, tech fee and insurance): EUR 680. This re-enrolment fee is non-refundable. - A separate (one-off) assessment fee of EUR 30 is charged for certain admissions assessments (applies to assessments described in the admissions process).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is presented as a full-year figure corresponding to a 10-month school year; invoices are issued and collected by direct debit in advance during the first five days of each month (payments are required monthly, September–June). - All fees, charges, residential trips, buses, excursions, extracurricular activities and similar items are charged by direct debit; extracurricular activities are charged termly. - If direct debit is not possible, an exception request must be submitted by email to the financial director for consideration. A bank rejection charge of EUR 15 applies each time a payment is rejected. - Advance (single) payment of the full annual tuition is eligible for a 1.25% discount if the full-year payment is made before July 15 (request must be made within the school's stated deadlines). Contact the school invoicing address for administration of advance payment.
Sibling discounts
- 3rd child: 10% discount. 4th child: 15% discount. 5th and subsequent children: 20% discount. Valid sibling accreditation must be presented where required.
Other costs and compulsory items
- School lunches are compulsory and are included in the tuition fee; packed lunches are not permitted. - School uniform is compulsory and is required for all students; uniform costs are charged to families. - Only students starting Year 7 are required to purchase a Chromebook (one-off cost borne by the family). - External examination and National Curriculum Test charges are additional where applicable; these amounts are added to the billed invoices when relevant. - School bus (transport) is optional and attracts a separate charge; transport registration is requested at enrolment and occasional or daily tickets may be available at a higher unit cost. Transport fees follow the school's payment and cancellation rules. - Optional extracurricular activities, residential trips and special events are charged separately and billed by direct debit; invoices for these items are issued before the event takes place.
Refund and withdrawal rules (fee consequences)
- The admission fee (EUR 2,900) is non-returnable. The re-enrolment fee (EUR 680) is non-refundable. No reimbursement is made in case of cancellation of a place at any time once admission fees are paid. - Parents of pupils intending to leave the school in June must provide written confirmation of departure before 28 February; no refund will be made if notice of departure is given after 15 April. - For permanent withdrawal, the school requires at least three months' notice by email to the school's designated address; parents must pay the school's fees during the three-month notice period. If a student starts during an ongoing month, the full monthly tuition fee for that month is payable and no refund is issued for partial months or absences.
Fee payment options
- Primary payment method: direct debit from a bank account; all invoices are collected by direct debit and parents sign an authorization form for the school to collect payments. Exceptions to direct debit require an approved request to the financial director. - The school administers advance/full-year payment discount requests and invoicing queries through the school invoicing contact (invoices@bcgava.com) and finance office channels.
Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; the published fee schedule and terms describe day-school tuition, compulsory lunches, optional transport and no boarding fees.
Academics
The British College of Gavà teaches IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
IB Diploma Programme is offered for students aged 16–18 and includes six subject groups (Studies in Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, The Arts) with a core comprising Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay. The Diploma Programme develops reflective, independent, globally minded learners and includes an Education for Sustainable Development project as part of CAS. The school also offers the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), a vocational pathway with partner organisations in Performing Arts, Innovation in Sports and Entrepreneurship. In Secondary, the curriculum runs English National Curriculum up to GCSE (Year 11) before students move into the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. Primary (Year 2–6) delivers English-language learning with EAL support; French begins in Year 3; Spanish and Catalan are taught as foreign languages, with emphasis on multilingual development and cultural understanding. Education for Sustainable Development is a fundamental thread throughout the school.
Higher Education Progression
The Diploma Programme is respected by leading universities worldwide and provides a rigorous pre-university pathway; The Career-related Programme equips students with a vocational pathway and partnerships with external organisations; DP/CP graduates typically progress to higher education at universities worldwide.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Daily PSHE sessions address social and emotional development; regular wellness sessions support mental health for students and staff; an extensive pastoral network includes tutors, pastoral leads, listening mentors and a peer-support programme.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Two SEND Coordinators, Laia Boix (EYFS & Primary) and Alba Rosas (Secondary & IB); two SEND Teaching Assistants; Wave-based provision (Wave 1: quality-first teaching; Wave 2: targeted small-group/individual interventions; Wave 3: personalised long-term support); inclusive access arrangements for assessments in line with JCQ and IB; an intervention teacher in the primary school coordinates Wave 2 with support from the secondary librarian; Parent involvement through IEPs and reviews.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school recognises that English as an Additional Language learners may show learning difficulties not related to SEND; a careful assessment approach distinguishes EAL-related language needs from SEND, with a graduated approach to language and learning support across the curriculum.
Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is integrated with safeguarding. Daily PSHE sessions support social and emotional development; regular wellness sessions are available for students and staff; a comprehensive pastoral network provides mental health and wellbeing support.
Safeguarding
The school has a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy DSL. The DSL coordinates safeguarding and wellbeing, manages referrals to local authorities and relevant agencies; staff receive safeguarding and anti-discrimination training; online safety policies and procedures are in place.
Admissions
Admissions
Submit an Inquiry: Complete the form at the bottom of the page so our admissions team can contact you. Schedule a Visit or Call: Book a visit to our campus or schedule a call with our team to learn more about our school and get your questions answered. Assessment and Requirements: Students from Year 4 onwards will be invited to English and CAT4 assessment at BCG; a non-refundable €30 admissions assessment fee applies. Secondary students will also need a reference letter from their current/previous school. Admission Confirmation: If the results are what is expected, your child's place will be reserved upon payment of the admission and matriculation fees. Enrollment Process: We will send further instructions to start submitting all required documents and complete the enrolment process.
Waitlist
Waiting List: If no place is available, parents may place their child's name on the waiting list for the school. The school cannot guarantee when a place may become available. There is no appeal process for admission to the school. The decision of the principal is final.
FAQs
What age range does The British College of Gava serve?
The school serves students from Nursery (age 3) to Year 13 (age 18). It offers EYFS, Primary, Secondary, IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme.
What curriculum does the school follow?
British curriculum through EYFS to IGCSE, then the IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme for Sixth Form. The school has been an IB World School since 2021.
How much are the fees?
Annual tuition ranges from EUR 9,010 for EYFS to EUR 15,360 for Sixth Form. Registration fee is EUR 2,500 non-refundable with a EUR 2,000 refundable deposit.
Where is the school located?
In Gava, Catalonia, about 20 minutes from Barcelona city. The campus is set among pine trees with lush gardens and is completely enclosed for safety.
Does the school have SEND support?
Yes. Two SEND Coordinators cover EYFS/Primary and Secondary/IB. A wave-based system provides quality-first teaching, targeted interventions and personalised long-term support with IEPs.
What is the house system?
Four houses: Red, Green, Blue and Yellow. House points are awarded for altruistic acts, participation and academic success, with a winning house announced each year.
What languages are taught?
English is the main language of instruction. Spanish is compulsory to Year 12. Catalan is compulsory for Spanish natives. French is taught as a second language. Language clubs are available.
Is there a bus service?
Yes. Daily transport organised around families' needs with modern buses, safety-compliant monitors, and car drop-off/pick-up from 8:15am.
Are meals provided?
Yes. Lunch is freshly prepared on-site daily in multiple shifts from 12:00 to 2:00pm. Menus follow nutritional guidelines and the Mediterranean diet with dietary accommodations.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Music with instruments and clubs, drama, dance, e-Athletes programme, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Forest School for younger children, and a wide range of sports on the 3G football field.
Is the school part of a larger group?
Yes. The British College of Gava is part of Inspired Education Group, one of the world's largest school groups with over 80 premium schools across five continents.
When was the school founded?
Founded in September 2015 as part of the Inspired Education Group. The school has grown to 660 students with a new building inaugurated in 2020.
