American Academy of Barcelona
International School in Barcelona
Quick answer
American Academy of Barcelona is a American-curriculum school in Barcelona, Spain. Annual tuition runs $8,000-$14,000; total annual cost reaches roughly $12,800 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. It is accredited by MSA-CESS and serves ages 3-12.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at American Academy of Barcelona.
- Tuition: $8,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-12 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: MSA-CESS verified.
Rolling
MSA-CESS
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $14,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,800(+16%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,300 |
| Cost position in Barcelona | 64th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
American primary/middle school. No high school (students transfer). Small class sizes. Additional: registration €500-1,000, uniform/materials €200-400/year, extracurriculars €300-800/year, school bus €1,500-2,500/year.
American
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Esplugues, Les Corts, Pedralbes, Sant Just Desvern
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American primary/middle school. No high school (students transfer). Small class sizes. Additional: registration €500-1,000, uniform/materials €200-400/year, extracurriculars €300-800/year, school bus €1,500-2,500/year.
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