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St. George Barcelona
ISP-owned British school in Sarria with around 700 students from 60+ nationalities, ages 2 to 18. Offers the full British curriculum through IGCSEs, then the IB Diploma in Years 12-13. Ranked in Forbes Top 100 Schools in Spain for both…
In brief
British curriculum school in Sarrià, opened 2015, around 640 to 700 pupils from age 2 to 18. Operated by International Schools Partnership (ISP), which acquired the school in 2024. Cambridge IGCSE through to the IB Diploma.
Smaller and more central than BSB or Oak House, which is the actual reason most families choose it: a more personal British school in the city itself rather than a coastal commute. Recent IB Diploma results have been strong, with a 100% pass rate and an average around 36 points against the global 30.4.
Parents who land well talk about engaged teachers and a school that takes student wellbeing seriously. The minority negative thread is around communication and how conflict and bullying have been handled. The ISP transition is recent, so the operating model and senior team are still settling under the new ownership. Worth scrutinising whether your child fits the small-school feel before committing, given that intimacy is central to the school's pitch.
Fees
| Fee | Age | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reception (age 4-5) | 4 | Annual | €10,730 |
| Year 1-2 (ages 5-7) | 5 | Annual | €12,640 |
| Year 3-4 (ages 7-9) | 7 | Annual | €14,450 |
| Year 5-8 (ages 9-13) | 9 | Annual | €17,200 |
| Year 9-10 (ages 13-15) | 13 | Annual | €18,800 |
| Year 11 (age 15-16) | 15 | Annual | €19,760 |
| Year 12-13 IB Diploma (ages 16-18) | 16 | Annual | €20,290 |
| Annual Registration Fee (payable each March) | One-time | €1,000 | |
| Enrolment Fee (one-time, non-refundable) | One-time | €3,500 |
Reviews
- Parents writing on aggregators describe a British-curriculum school that pairs UK academics with a Barcelona setting, and praise teaching staff as warm and attentive.
- Children are described as enjoying the balance of academics and creative play, and parents single out the head teacher and staff for accessibility.
- One parent posted a serious incident report: a young child left the school grounds unnoticed and was caught only because a parent happened to be outside early. The same parent flagged unanswered emails about classroom management and a child becoming distressed about attending.
- The school is one of Globeducate's Barcelona properties; expect group-level branding rather than independent identity.
- Independent forum discussion is sparse, so the negative incident sits without parallel corroboration. State it; do not generalise from it.
Head of school
Kate Carr
Danielle Best is the Headteacher at St. George Barcelona, a school recognised for its academic excellence and focus on social and emotional development. She leads a passionate team of teachers dedicated to ensuring every child reaches their full potential, developing emotional intelligence, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities. Under her leadership, the school fosters a vibrant community that values respect and striving for one's best in a supportive environment.
Academic results
- Forbes Top 100 Spain 2025 & 2026