American School of Barcelona

IB, American

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.