American School of Barcelona (ASB)
International School in Barcelona
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American, IB taught at American School of Barcelona (ASB).
- Tuition: $12,000–$32,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 20) Barcelona international school · 970 students total.
- 60 nationalities top: Americans and Spanish.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 9AM.
- Accreditations: MSA-CESS, IBO listed accreditations.
970
60 (Americans and Spanish)
20 avg / 20 max
Rolling
MSA-CESS, IBO
About American School of Barcelona (ASB)
Established in 1962, the American School of Barcelona is a private, non-profit international school located in Esplugues de Llobregat, just outside Barcelona. Serving students from preschool through 12th grade, ASB offers a rigorous American curriculum complemented by the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, as well as the International Baccalaureate Career-related Program . With a student body representing over 60 nationalities, the school fosters a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates global perspectives.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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: strong
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $12,000–$32,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 15089-27249 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $23,650(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $25,150 |
| Cost position in Barcelona | 97th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
American curriculum with IB Diploma and IB CP (from 2025). Multilingual education. MSA-CESS accredited. Recognized by Generalitat de Catalunya.
American, IB
Students in grades 3-9 take the MAP test in reading and math. At the end of 12th grade students take the IBDP exams.
ASB is pleased to say that our students earn well above international averages. You can see our results on the Academic Results page: https://www.asbarcelona.com/academics/academic-results
Core academic subjects are taught in English, with a complementary Spanish and Catalan program emphasizing language, literature, and history. French is offered as an elective class in high school. The IB diploma program in 11th and 12th grades gives an option for students to do self-study in native tongue languages.
In the Elementary and Middle School, we provide limited learning support services for students with mild learning difficulties and for those who need support in developing early literacy skills through temporary targeted academic interventions. In the High School, we offer very limited support, such as allowing for extended time on assessments. You can read more about our learning support on our FAQs page: https://www.asbarcelona.com/admissions/faqs
Students are eligible for admission if we believe that ASB can meet their social, emotional, physical and academic needs. In the Elementary and Middle School, we provide some learning support services for students with mild learning difficulties. In the High School we allow extra time on assessments. ASB does not have a separate program or classes for students with learning difficulties. Therefore, a primary consideration in offering admission will be the student’s ability to access the regular curriculum with limited support, and the level of resources needed to support the applicant. We cannot offer places to students who need extensive curriculum modifications or constant one-to-one support. Prior to applying to ASB, parents with children with special needs are requested to submit all relevant documentation to the admissions department so that we may determine whether or not we have the the right program to meet that child´s needs. Documents that would be helpful include Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), educational evaluation reports, and doctor or psychologist´s evaluations.
Yes, our school provides ELL (English Language Learning) to students in grades 5 and below.
9AM – 4PM
Hot, healthy lunches using local ingredients are prepared daily in our on-site kitchen. Students and staff enjoy their meals in our spacious cafeteria, with a beautiful view overlooking part of Barcelona all the way to the Mediterranean sea.
Yes, ASB offers gluten-free and vegetarian menu. Lunch service is optional, students can bring their lunch box from home.
Recommended neighborhoods
Esplugues, Les Corts, Pedralbes, Sant Just Desvern
At a Glance
Fee Position in Barcelona
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Americans and Spanish
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