Welcome from the Executive Principal
The British School of Barcelona
Graded as ‘Outstanding in every category’ in our recent inspection, we have a proud, well-established reputation for providing a world-class international education to students from two to eighteen.
Academic outcomes are very important and BSB students obtain excellent examination results which enable them to access top universities in Spain and around the world. However, in order to thrive in a rapidly evolving world, young people need more than just top grades. They need to develop the skills and attributes they will require in a world where many jobs will be automated and distinctly 'human' qualities – creativity, curiosity, collaboration – will be prized above all else.
School should also be fun and BSB offers a nurturing environment where young people can flourish and emerge ready to take on the challenges that await them with confidence and certainty.
We'd love you to come and visit our campuses in Barcelona, Castelldefels and Sitges to find out more about why BSB could be the right school for your child.
Neil Tetley
Executive Principal
'Outstanding in Every Category'
The British School of Barcelona has retained the 'Outstanding in Every Category' status following the British Schools Overseas inspection of our school in October 2024. This is the highest recognition an international school can receive and places us as one of the best British schools in the world.
The British Schools Overseas inspection is accredited by the British government, and we are the only school in Barcelona to have this badge of quality.
'The British School of Barcelona (BSB) provides a very high standard of education, which is supported by excellent relationships in a safe, very caring and well-organised school community.'
An outstanding school in one of the most dynamic, innovative and cosmopolitan capitals of Europe
The Good Schools Guide
We are extremely proud that a reviewer from The Good Schools Guide International visited us and reviewed our school. The result? An impartial, straight-talking and thoroughly researched school review for each of our campuses.
'Playing, exploring, creating and thinking freely in their own way is the basis of early years education and is the start of a journey of growth and development which continues through the school.'
School News
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21/03/2025
We are proud to announce that BSB has been recognised as one of the top international schools in Spain by multiple prestigious independent rankings.
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13/03/2025
In February 2025, BSB City hosted senior leaders from Cognita Schools across Europe for a two-day School Improvement Network (SIN) Meeting. The event provided a dynamic platform...
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28/02/2025
Two BSB Pre-University students have received offers to study at the University of Cambridge next year. This remarkable achievement reflects their hard work, dedication, and the invaluable...
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20/02/2025
BSB collaborates with Hypatia Mars' all-female crew for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11th February) designing and building an experiment to examine how...
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28/01/2025
What a fantastic start to 2024 for The British School of Barcelona! We are thrilled to announce that our international school has been recognised as one of...
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28/01/2025
We are thrilled to announce that seven BSB students have been awarded the prestigious Outstanding Learner Awards by Cambridge Assessment International Education, recognising their remarkable achievements in...
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21/03/2025
We are proud to announce that BSB has been recognised as one of the top international schools in Spain by multiple prestigious independent rankings.
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13/03/2025
In February 2025, BSB City hosted senior leaders from Cognita Schools across Europe for a two-day School Improvement Network (SIN) Meeting. The event provided a dynamic platform...
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28/02/2025
Two BSB Pre-University students have received offers to study at the University of Cambridge next year. This remarkable achievement reflects their hard work, dedication, and the invaluable...
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20/02/2025
BSB collaborates with Hypatia Mars' all-female crew for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11th February) designing and building an experiment to examine how...
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28/01/2025
What a fantastic start to 2024 for The British School of Barcelona! We are thrilled to announce that our international school has been recognised as one of...
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28/01/2025
We are thrilled to announce that seven BSB students have been awarded the prestigious Outstanding Learner Awards by Cambridge Assessment International Education, recognising their remarkable achievements in...
🏃What a Sports Day at BSB Castelldefels! Our students from Years 1, 2 and 3 took on a variety of stations: speed drills, balance tests, sack races, relays, jumping, and javelin throws. Year 3 even had a competitive race around the rugby field!
🏡 All activities were House based, focusing on participation and fun over competition. The atmosphere was incredible thanks to the families who came to support and cheer!
🙌 A huge shoutout to our amazing Year 6 students who stepped up as true leaders—explaining the stations, counting scores, and helping with medal presentations.
🏆 A beautiful day celebrating sportsmanship, teamwork, effort, and a healthy sense of competition among our young students! Well-done, everyone!
#BSBCastelldefels #SportsDay #Teamwork #Sportsmanship
🏛️Continuing into more international trips, Secondary and Pre-University students from BSB Castelldefels travelled to Athens this week.
📚 Tying into both English and Politics curriculums, they explored classical tragedy and the roots of democracy in the very place it all began.
🔍 Highlights included visits to the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Pnyx, Areopagus, and Aristotle’s Lyceum. A unique trip linking classroom learning with real-world history and culture!
#BSBPolitics #BSBEnglish #AthensTrip #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #BSBCastelldefels #EducationalTrips
🎓 Huge congratulations to another Year 13 student who has received an offer to study Energy Science & Engineering at Stanford University.
🚀 Beyond outstanding academic results, his application stood out thanks to his intellectual curiosity — demonstrated through his participation in a research project on drone technology at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) and his contribution to a scientific paper.
🌍 This is one of many fantastic university offers BSB students have received this year—from top institutions across Spain, the UK, the US, the Netherlands and many other countries.
👏 A big thank you to our Futures Team and staff who work year-round to support every step of the application journey.
#BSBNexus #StanfordUniversity #UniversitySuccess #FuturesTeam #AcademicExcellence
🎬 Ms. Charlotte Tucker, Early Years Lead at BSB Sitges, shares how we design our learning environment to spark curiosity and creativity in children.
💡 At BSB, we believe in the power of purposeful play to ignite discovery and skill-building in our youngest learners.
🎨Every resource and activity in our classrooms is set up with intention, to continue to drive their learning forward.
#EarlyYears #BSBSitges #BSBCastelldefels #BSBCity
🎓 5 tips to bring English learning into everyday life for children!
📚Whether you`re confident in English or just learning, these simple, fun ideas can help make language learning part of your family’s daily routine.
🧩 Here’s some tips from Ms. Henderson, Director of Early Years & Primary at BSB Sitges, to help young children pick up English naturally, just like their first language.
✨ And remember: you don’t need to be fluent—children love seeing you try!
#BSBSitges #EnglishLearning #EarlyYears #BilingualKids #FamilyLearning #LanguageTips #LearningThroughPlay #ParentingTips #EnglishForKids
🌋 As part of their Geography studies, some of our secondary students from BSB Castelldefels explored São Miguel in the Azores.
🌿 They visited geothermal sites like Furnas and Lagoa de Fogo, learned about volcanic activity, renewable energy, rivers, ecosystems, and coastal processes—all while surrounded by stunning natural landscapes.
📚 These hands-on experiences bring the curriculum to life and allow students to deepen their understanding through real-world application.
#Geography #FieldTrip #InternationalTrip #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #BSBCastelldefels
🍽️ Last week, our Year 4 students at BSB Sitges welcomed their parents for a Lunch Together session—a lovely opportunity to taste the school menu, enjoy quality time in school, and strengthen our sense of community.
💬 We received very positive feedback from families who valued the chance to experience this part of their children’s daily school life, see them interacting in English in the dining hall, and connect with other parents and students around the table.
👏 Events like these offer valuable insights that support the ongoing improvement of our services for students. Thank you to our Operations team and SANED for this initiative.
#LunchTogether #BSBCommunity #ParentEngagement #SchoolLife
🧬 Peer-to-peer teaching in action!
A huge thank you to one of our BSB Nexus students for stepping into the teaching role and deliver a fantastic lesson on Transport in Humans to our Y10 students at BSB Castelldefels.
❤️ From the structure of the heart to blood vessels and blood components, he shared his IB knowledge with clarity and confidence—and our iGCSE students loved learning from one of their own.
👏 A brilliant example of student collaboration and leadership across year groups!
#BSBNexus #Leadership #PeerTeaching #Science #iGCSE #IB
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5 - 11 yrs old
11 - 16 yrs old
16 - 18 yrs old
Facilities & Location
A happy place to feel inspired and thrive
We have four campuses that cover all educational stages, from Early Years to Pre-University. These are located in Barcelona, Castelldefels and Sitges. They are perfectly placed to make the most of the stunning surrounding area where students can truly feel inspired and thrive.
Select a campus to learn more
Early Years to Pre-University
3-18 yrs old
Early Years, Primary & Secondary
3-15 yrs old
Pre-University
16-18 yrs old
Pre-Nursery, Early Years & Primary
2-11 yrs old
How can we help you?
Admissions Manager, BSB (all campuses)
Admissions Officer, BSB City
Admissions Officer, BSB Castelldefels
Call: 93 707 95 98
Discover more about BSB
FAQs
The British School Barcelona is the only school in Barcelona to have received the 'Outstanding in Every Category' status following the British Schools Overseas inspection of our school in October 2024. This is the highest recognition that an international school can receive. Our educational model stands out for the quality of our teaching, our relationship with families and students, and the global approach of our educational project. Our highly qualified teachers, innovative curriculum, and focus on both academic success and personal growth create a dynamic learning environment. Additionally, we offer two routes for university entry qualifications: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and A Levels (supplemented where necessary with Spanish qualifications). Both are internationally recognised and respected by leading universities around the world.
We ensure personalised attention, effective learning, and a supportive classroom environment to support individual growth. Our average ratio varies depending on the educational stage.
Joining BSB is a simple and streamlined process. Our dedicated Admissions team is here to support you every step of the way. To get started, you’ll need to complete the online application form and provide your child’s most recent school reports, passports/IDs, and references (if applicable). This allows us to begin the admissions process and ensure we can meet your child's needs. Depending on your child’s age and the year of entry, we will invite you and your child to either an informal assessment or an interview to evaluate their English proficiency for the appropriate year group. Additionally, your child will have an interview with the Headteacher as part of the process.
