Founded in 1962, the American School of Barcelona is an international, independent, nonprofit, co-educational, university preparatory day school which serves the international and Spanish communities in Barcelona from preschool to grade 12. ASB is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization, the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is authorized by the Spanish and Catalan Ministries of Education. The school has a purpose-built facility located just south of Barcelona. The school offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP). ASB has scored above the IBDP world average every year since it started granting the diploma in 2007.
Our mission is to empower preschool through 12th grade students to become global citizens with the critical thinking skills and the self-confidence to maximize their potential.
There are 888 students from 55+ different nationalities enrolled in Pre-K through 12th grade. Approximately 22% of the students are North American, 28% are Spanish, and 50% are from other countries.
ASB offers a rigorous university preparatory program, taught in English, that prepares students for admission to top universities throughout the world. ASB takes pride in having world class teachers that offer a unique academic experience in the classroom. Teachers support their curriculum with a variety of technological tools, helping prepare students for today´s digital reality. Core academic subjects are taught in English, with a complementary Spanish and Catalan program. Our state-of-the-art campus and facilities allow our students and teachers to remain on the cutting edge of innovation and advanced learning.
ASB offers numerous opportunities for our students to connect with other students locally and internationally in academic, leisure and sporting settings.
We thank you for considering ASB and understand the importance of choosing the right school for your children. Whether you are a family currently living in Barcelona or considering a relocation, we encourage you to schedule a personalized meeting with our Admissions team and visit our beautiful campus overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. If you are unable to visit in person, we would be happy to schedule a call so that you can learn more about our school. We also invite prospective families to our Virtual Open House events where you will learn more about our programs, our values, and the admissions process for 2021-22.
Please check our Application process that starts with an online application along with additional supporting documents and assessments.
