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Clubs Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
European International School of Barcelona (EISB) is a private international school in Sant Cugat del Vallés, about 15 kilometres from central Barcelona. It serves ages 0–18 and offers Cambridge Primary and IGCSE, National and International Baccalaureates, and American High School Diploma. Education runs Nursery through Baccalaureate, with a five-language immersion programme taught by native speakers of English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German and Chinese. Language learning is integrated across the years. In Nursery the curriculum is 50% English, 25% Catalan and 25% Spanish; Infant School English is 80% with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish; Primary Year 1 is 65% English, with French from Primary 3; Secondary Year 1 offers German or Chinese, completing the immersion by graduation. The International Homeroom supports language adaptation for new arrivals in a multicultural community with students from over 60 countries. The 14,000 m² campus includes classrooms, laboratories, a 500-seat theatre, dining rooms and sports hall.
Avinguda del Pla del Vinyet, 110, 08172 Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain
The Essentials
European International School of Barcelona has 1,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Located just 15 km from the centre of Barcelona, EISB is nestled within the Collserola Natural Park. The 14,000 m² campus comprises classrooms, laboratories, dining rooms, an auditorium, a sports hall with pools and a kitchen.
Stages
Nursery & Infant School; Primary School; Secondary School. Post-16 options include National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate (100% English, 100% Spanish, or bilingual) and the American High School Diploma.
Type
Private international school
Additional learning support
Language & Support Academy
Country affiliation
Spain
Bus service
The school offers a six-route, free transport service for Infant pupils with Route 1 Sabadell; Route 2 Sant Cugat (Mirasol – Valldoreix – Sant Cugat); Route 3 Terrassa; Route 4 Barcelona; Route 5 Vallès Oriental; Route 6 Barcelona Mar; timetables and routes are designed for comfort, punctuality and safety and are available for regular or occasional use.
Fees
Annual tuition at European International School of Barcelona ranges from EUR 6,830 to EUR 14,230 for 2026/27.
Application & Registration fees
- Enrolment fee (one‑time, payable at first enrolment): EUR 1,000. - Registration / annual renewal of place (charged each year): EUR 390.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term)
- The published annual tuition totals by year group are listed below. Per‑term amounts shown are the published annual fee divided by three school terms and rounded to the nearest euro (per‑term figures are a calculation based on the school's annual fee schedule and the school calendar).
- Nursery 1 (Nurs.1 / age 1): Annual EUR 6,830 — Per term EUR 2,277. - Nursery 2 (Nurs.2 / age 2): Annual EUR 6,830 — Per term EUR 2,277. - Kindergarten 1 (Kindg.1 / age 3): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983. - Kindergarten 2 (Kindg.2 / age 4): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983. - Kindergarten 3 (Kindg.3 / age 5): Annual EUR 8,950 — Per term EUR 2,983. - Grade 1: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563. - Grade 2: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563. - Grade 3: Annual EUR 10,690 — Per term EUR 3,563. - Grade 4: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633. - Grade 5: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633. - Grade 6: Annual EUR 10,900 — Per term EUR 3,633. - Grade 7: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 8: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 9: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 10: Annual EUR 12,490 — Per term EUR 4,163. - Grade 11: Annual EUR 14,230 — Per term EUR 4,743. - Grade 12: Annual EUR 14,230 — Per term EUR 4,743.
Sibling discounts and concessions
- Third sibling: 20% discount off the total fee for that child. - Fourth sibling: 75% discount off the total fee for that child.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's published fee summary shows a one‑time enrolment charge and an annual registration/renewal charge in addition to the annual tuition figures above; the tuition figures are presented as annual totals by year group. The school calendar identifies the academic year structure used when calculating term amounts.
Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's public programme and campus information; the school operates as a day school on the Sant Cugat campus.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- The published fee schedule highlights the enrolment and annual registration charges and the annual tuition per year group. Families should expect that some optional or ancillary services (examples commonly found at international schools) — such as school transport, specific extracurricular activities, school books or course materials, exam/assessment fees, or specialised camps — may be charged separately from the annual tuition and registration items. The school lists dedicated pages for school transport and school books as separate services.
Refund information
- The school's public fee summary distinguishes one‑time enrolment and annual registration items from annual tuition amounts. Specific refund terms for enrolment, registration or tuition (including conditions, deadlines and any refundable portions) are set in the school's enrolment and finance policy documents and the family's enrolment contract. The school's published fee summary identifies the fee lines but the detailed refund and cancellation clauses are defined in the school's contractual paperwork.
Fee payment options
- The school uses standard admissions and billing platforms (the school lists an OpenApply admissions portal and a ClickEdu parent portal) and provides banking and contact details for administrative queries; accepted payment methods and precise payment channels (for example, bank transfer, card payment, or online payment portals) are specified in the school's finance / enrolment paperwork and invoices. Parents should follow the school's invoicing and payment instructions provided at registration.
If you require the figures above presented in a different currency or in a different per‑period breakdown, they were calculated from the school's published annual fee schedule and the school calendar.
Academics
European International School of Barcelona teaches American Curriculum for students aged 0.5 to 18.
Curriculum
Education runs from Nursery through Baccalaureate. A five-language immersion programme features teachers who are native speakers of the languages they teach and covers English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese; language learning is integrated across the years. In Nursery, the curriculum is 50% English, 25% Catalan, and 25% Spanish. In Infant School, English instruction is 80%, with 10% Catalan and 10% Spanish. In Primary Year 1, 65% of the curriculum is in English, with French introduced from Primary Year 3; in Secondary Year 1, students choose German or Chinese, completing the five-language immersion by graduation. The upper school offers National Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate (100% English, 100% Spanish, or bilingual), and the American High School Diploma. The International Homeroom supports language adaptation for new arrivals and fosters a multicultural environment with students from over 60 countries.
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Exam Results
100% pass rate
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school focuses on academic, social, and emotional development and has an Educational Psychology Department that provides support to students, families and teachers. The team includes four psychologists and a speech therapist, and there is emphasis on social skills and emotional intelligence as part of the educational approach.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special educational needs are supported through the Educational Psychology Department, which provides personalised learning plans and programmes for high abilities and SEN, with tailored curriculum adaptations and ongoing academic, emotional, and social support.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
A multilingual curriculum where students learn five languages: English, Spanish, Catalan, French, and German or Chinese. An International Homeroom offers language-adaptation support for newly arrived students who require additional language proficiency in English, Spanish, or Catalan, delivered within school hours in small groups.
Mental Wellbeing
A dedicated team of four psychologists and a school nurse supports mental wellbeing and provides guidance to families and teachers. Health and wellbeing initiatives include PE4Life and programmes addressing sleep, nutrition, emotional intelligence, relationships, healthy habits, and anxiety regulation.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Request a visit to learn about EISB's programs. A visit can be requested via the 'Solicitar una visita' button on the Admissions page, which links to the OpenApply portal. This initial step introduces families to the school's environment and offerings. 2. Arrange a personalized interview with the admissions team. A personalized interview is offered to discuss the child's profile and the family's needs; the option to request it appears on the Admissions page. 3. Submit the application for review. Revisión de las solicitudes is part of the admissions process, and the Admissions Team reviews applications. 4. Access the Dossier Informativo for detailed program information. The Dossier Informativo is linked in the Admissions area to provide school details. 5. Review fees and enrollment details. The Cuotas Curso Escolar 2026-2027 section publishes the school's fees and related enrollment information.
FAQs
What does European International School of Barcelona offer?
European International School of Barcelona (EISB) is a private international school in Sant Cugat del Vallés, about 15 kilometres from central Barcelona. It serves ages 0–18 and offers Cambridge Primary and IGCSE, National and International Baccalaur.
What age range?
Ages 0-18.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 6,830 to EUR 14,230.
How many students?
Approximately 1500 students.
Co-educational?
Yes.
SEN support?
Not specifically mentioned.
Where?
In Spain.
Languages?
English and Spanish are typically offered.
Transport?
Contact school.
What makes it special?
European International School of Barcelona (EISB) is a private international school in Sant Cugat del Vallés, about 15 kilometres from central Barcelo.
