International School of Catalonia (IS Cat)
International School in Barcelona
Quick answer
International School of Catalonia (IS Cat) offers a multi-track British and IB programme. Well-suited to internationally mobile families. Note: British primary with IB Diploma option.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, IB leaving qualifications include A-Levels.
- Tuition: $8,000–$16,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, NABSS verified.
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Rolling
IBO, NABSS
A-Levels
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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 – $16,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,800(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,300 |
| Cost position in Barcelona | 82th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
British primary with IB Diploma option. Growing school with modern facilities. Additional: registration €500-1,000, uniform €200-400/year, extracurriculars €300-800/year, school bus €2,000-3,000/year, exam fees (IB) €600-1,000.
British, IB
A-Levels
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
La Garriga, Granollers, Cardedeu
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British primary with IB Diploma option. Growing school with modern facilities. Additional: registration €500-1,000, uniform €200-400/year, extracurriculars €300-800/year, school bus €2,000-3,000/year, exam fees (IB) €600-1,000.
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