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American School of Bilbao

International School in Bilbao

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Quick answer

American School of Bilbao offers a multi-track IB and American programme. Well-suited to internationally mobile families valuing curriculum portability families. Graduates leave with IB Diploma and US Diploma.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and US Diploma.
  • Tuition: $8,214–$17,138/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
  • Ages: Ages 2 to 18 age range accepted.
  • Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC plus 1 more.
IB, AmericanAges 2 to 18English$8,214–$17,138/yr(7087-14787)
Est. all-in: $13,876/yr(+9%, modeled)Premium in BilbaoOpen admissions
Class Size

Not published

Admissions

Rolling

Founded

1967

Accreditations

IBO, CIS, NEASC, CIE

Qualifications

IB Diploma and US Diploma

multi-curriculumibamerican-curriculumopen-admissionsheritage

About American School of Bilbao

The American School of Bilbao is an International School, PK-12, private and non profit. It was founded in 1967 by a group of American and British citizens resident in the area of Bilbao, under the auspices of the Office of Overseas Schools of the U.S. State Department.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Not published

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.

  • In-house specialist staff listed

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
  • —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
  3. 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.
  4. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  5. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for American School of Bilbao
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$8,214–$17,138
Annual tuition (EUR)7087-14787
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$13,876(+9%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$15,376
Cost position in Bilbao100th percentile(premium tier)
Curriculum

IB, American

Leaving qualifications

IB Diploma and US Diploma

External examinations

IB Diploma, American High School Diploma

Learning support

unknown

Special needs staff

Student Support Services Department

School busYes
Lunch

Yes

Uniform requiredNo
Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: mediumData completeness: 68%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.

At a Glance

Fee Position in Bilbao

Mid-range
Median
$6,328$8,214–$17,138$17,138

Class size: Not published

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