There are around 16 British schools in Barcelona and the surrounding areas. Most of these can be found near the centre of Barcelona but many can be found in the surrounding areas such as Castelldefels and Sitges, about 20 and 30 minutes south respectively (see below for a map of locations).
About British Schools
The National Curriculum of England is one of the most trusted education systems in the world. To be officially recognised by the UK Department for Education, British schools need to be inspected by one of the approved inspectorates. In addition, schools may be linked with bodies such as COBIS, NABSS or BSME (full list here) who help schools ensure standards are in line with UK government requirements. You should be able to download or request a copy of the latest inspection report for any school you wish to apply to.
Most British schools will work towards International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) exams which are overseen by organisations such as Cambridge International or Pearson (Edexcel).
Post IGSCE (typically, 16 to 18 years old), A Level exams prepare students for university and beyond. Depending on the school, students will select 3 or 4 subjects to focus in on. Many schools will also offer International Baccalaureate alongside English qualifications which can help open more opportunities for universities around the world.
The English language is at the heart of the curriculum, ensuring students are able to communicate fluently in the world's most widely spoken language.
Where British Schools in Barcelona are located:
You can see a a live map and the full directory of British schools in Barcelona or the top 10 below.
Best British Schools Barcelona - Rankings
Note: our rankings are based on parent, pupil and teacher reviews. If you think your Barcelona school should be in the top 10, get reviewing - we want to hear from real people with real experiences at schools so parents, teachers and pupils get the real story when they choose their next school. You can find your school in the Barcelona British schools directory, or search by name here.