The Olive Tree School Barcelona
International School in Barcelona
Quick answer
The Olive Tree School Barcelona is an international school serving expat families in Barcelona. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Barcelona averages. The student body draws from 20 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at The Olive Tree School Barcelona.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- 20 nationalities top: Spanish.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8.45 a.m..
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About The Olive Tree School Barcelona
OUR AIMS To inspire young people to be critical thinkers and passionate learners.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 8850-13185 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $11,100(+11%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $12,600 |
| Cost position in Barcelona | 74th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
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Other
We prepare students for the British GCSE/iGCSE examinations. We are a Pearson/Edexcel examination centre and also accept external candidates for examination in our centre.
As a matter of policy, we do not publish the detail of exam results, although we currently have a 100% pass rate.
Spanish & Catalan.
If children have special learning needs, a support programme is recommended for them after assessment by our specialised teachers. This could range from short-term speech therapy, help with dyslexia or an ongoing programme to deal with more complex learning issues. Specialised teaching support is available at all levels of the school.
Yes. All our Headteachers are trained Special Education Coordinators. In addition we have 2 SEND specialist teachers providing individual support to pupils identified as requiring addtional support.
Yes. Extra individual language support is provided where necessary.
8.45 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Cooked lunch is provided at school by an external catering company. Children can bring a packed lunch if they wish.
Our external catering company can provide vegetarian and/or vegan meals on request. Other special dietary needs can be catered for on request (no pork, for example)
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Barcelona
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Spanish
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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