Agora Barcelona International School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$9K - US$17K
Curriculum: IB · Spanish
Age Range: 1-18
Students: ~500
Location: Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Baix Llobregat, Barcelona
Updated April 2026
In Brief
Agora Barcelona is worth considering if you're based in the Baix Llobregat area, need boarding, or want a lower entry price point for the IB. The rural campus 35km from the city is the main trade-off; it does not suit families wanting to stay in Barcelona.
The campus is in Sant Esteve Sesrovires, in the Anoia hills 35km southwest of Barcelona by the A-2 motorway. That distance is the defining fact about this school - families commuting from Barcelona face a 40-50 minute drive each way. The school is set in a large rural site, which gives it sports facilities and space that urban schools can't provide. Boarding opened in September 2023 with 50 places for ages 11-18, which fills a gap in the Baix Llobregat area.
Agora is part of Globeducate (21 schools across six countries) and has been IB Diploma-authorised since 2015. It is working towards full PYP and CP authorisation, aiming at an eventual three-programme IB continuum. Head of School Marc Andreu has led the school since its founding in 2008, which is an unusual level of continuity. Forbes Top 100 Schools in Spain in both 2024 and 2025.
Fee data from the official schedule is structured but the exact tuition amounts were image-based in the PDF; confirm current fees directly with the admissions team. Third-party estimates suggest a range of EUR 8,500-16,000 per year. ISA reviews are limited and mostly dated; more recent feedback is sparse - visiting the campus before deciding is important.
What parents value
- –Boarding from age 11 (50 places, opened 2023). IB DP authorised since 2015; Forbes Top 100 Spain 2024 and 2025. Marc Andreu has led the school since founding in 2008.
- –Rural campus with space and sports facilities not available to urban schools. Lower fee entry point than most Barcelona city-centre schools.
Points of consideration
- –35km from central Barcelona - 40-50 minutes by car. Not practical as a daily commute from the city centre or Sarria. Best suited to families based in the Baix Llobregat or Anoia area.
- –Fee structure not fully transparent from public sources - exact tuition amounts not confirmed. Contact the school directly for the current fee schedule before making comparisons.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| All grades (approximate range - confirm with school) | 1 | 13,839 |
Fees converted from EUR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee (Infant I1-I3, first admission) | 461 |
| Admission Fee (I4 to Baccalaureate) | 1,153 |
| Annual Place Reservation Fee | 277 |
Academic Results
| Forbes Top 100 Spain | 2024 & 2025 |
Key results: Forbes Top 100 Spain 2024 & 2025.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Barcelona's international schools draw a mix of families relocating for work, long-term resident families, and locally-based parents seeking an English-medium education. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Marc Andreu
Head of School at Agora Barcelona International School since its founding in 2008. Leads the school's development of the IB continuum alongside the Spanish national curriculum.