St PETER'S SCHOOL
St PETER’S SCHOOL is the only school in Barcelona offering the full International Baccalaureate Continuum taught entirely in English. The school delivers the three IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), ensuring a coherent and rigorous educational journey from early childhood to pre-university education.
A distinctive feature of St PETER’S is its strong commitment to scientific inquiry from the earliest stages. It is the only school in the city with a dedicated Science Lab for Early Years, reflecting a belief that curiosity, experimentation, and critical thinking should be cultivated from the start. This philosophy extends throughout the curriculum, with the school being a pioneer in introducing subjects such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and nanoscience.
Science and technology at St PETER’S are not taught in isolation. Equal importance is placed on human skills: critical thinking, creativity, ethical awareness, and empathy. Art, philosophy, and interdisciplinary learning play a central role in preparing students to navigate complexity and uncertainty with both competence and humanity.
This balanced and forward-looking approach has positioned St PETER’S SCHOOL as a national reference in international education, earning recognition as the best school in Spain by Forbes magazine.
Primary Language(s)
English
Curriculum
IB PYP, IB MYP
Qualifications
IBDP
Age Range
1 - 18 years old
Welcome Note
Choosing a school is a deeply personal decision, and often one that begins earlier than we ever imagine. At St PETER’S SCHOOL, we welcome children from the age of one, accompanying families from those very first steps through to the Diploma Programme and beyond.
As the only school in Barcelona offering the full International Baccalaureate Continuum taught in English, we believe in a coherent educational journey, where curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking grow naturally over time. From our Science Lab in the early years to advanced programmes in technology, science, and the humanities, learning is built with intention and care.
What matters most to us is the human side of education. Every child is known. Every family is listened to. St PETER'S is an Open School. Creativity, empathy, and ethical thinking are part of daily life, not abstract ideals. In Admissions, my role is to guide families with honesty and warmth, helping you decide whether St PETER’S is the right place for your child and for your family.
Carme Escorcia
Admissions Department
School Ethos
At St PETER’S SCHOOL, they believe that high expectations and humanity must go together. They are a demanding school, academically and intellectually, but never at the expense of care, curiosity, or respect for each student’s individuality. Learning is rigorous, thoughtful, and purposeful, guided by the conviction that excellence is best achieved in an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and understood.
Education at St PETER’S is holistic by design. Their approach to STEAM places science and technology in constant dialogue with the arts, humanities, and philosophy. Scientific thinking, creativity, ethical reflection, and emotional intelligence are not separate domains, but interconnected ways of understanding the world. From early experimentation in our Science Lab for one-year-olds to advanced projects in artificial intelligence, design, and critical inquiry, students are encouraged to connect knowledge across disciplines and apply it meaningfully.
They define themselves as an Open School. Learning does not happen in isolation, nor does it remain confined to the classroom. Collaboration, dialogue, and engagement with the wider world are central to our ethos. Students are invited to question assumptions, explore diverse perspectives, and participate actively in their own learning process. Families are seen as partners, and education as a shared, evolving conversation.
Innovation at St PETER’S is always future-oriented, but never uncritical. New technologies and emerging fields are integrated thoughtfully into the curriculum, with an emphasis on understanding their impact, limitations, and ethical implications. They prepare students not only to use technology, but to question it, shape it, and respond to it responsibly.
Teaching is grounded in strong relationships. Teachers act as guides and mentors, adapting their methods to different learning rhythms while maintaining high standards. Assessment supports reflection and growth rather than simple performance.
Our future-based approach is, above all, human-centred. They aim to educate young people who think deeply, act ethically, and remain curious throughout their lives. In a world defined by change and complexity, they believe that a demanding, holistic, and open education is the most meaningful preparation for what lies ahead.
Languages
Primary Language
English
Additional languages offered
In the Foundation years, they offer full English immersion.
In Primary and Middle Years, the students have three hours a week of Spanish as a subject, and two hours of Catalan. The rest is taught in English.
In the Middle Years, the students start learning French as an additional language, two hours a week. Physical Education is taught in Spanish. In Year 10, students might have a couple of electives taught in Spanish.
In the Diploma Program, the school doesn't offer Catalan. All is taught in English except for Language and Literature (options: English and Spanish), Language Acquisition (options: English and Spanish), and the elective Philosophy in the Individuals and Societies group.
Language support available
There are two levels for Spanish and Catalan from Year 2 onwards.
They also offer different groups for English in Foundation Years and early Primary. Later, a minimum English level is required.
Curriculum
St PETER’S SCHOOL follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum, offering a coherent educational pathway taught entirely in English from the age of one through to pre-university level.
Early Years and Primary Years Programme (PYP)
From the age of one, learning is inquiry-based, experiential, and developmentally appropriate. Children learn through exploration, play, and guided discovery, building strong foundations in language, social development, and early scientific thinking. The presence of a Science Lab for Early Years reflects our belief that curiosity and experimentation should begin early. The IB Primary Years Programme encourages students to ask questions, make connections, and develop independence, creativity, and confidence.
Middle Years Programme (MYP)
In the Middle Years, students follow the IB MYP, which promotes interdisciplinary learning and critical thinking. Subjects are connected through real-world contexts, allowing students to understand how knowledge applies beyond the classroom. Scientific and technological learning is strengthened through project-based work, including exposure to fields such as artificial intelligence and design. Arts, humanities, and reflection remain essential parts of the curriculum, ensuring a balanced and holistic education.
Diploma Programme (DP)
In the final stage, students complete the IB Diploma Programme, a rigorous and internationally recognised pre-university qualification. The DP develops strong academic knowledge alongside research, ethical thinking, and global awareness through components such as Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). Students are prepared for university and for thoughtful engagement with the world beyond school.
Qualifications
IB Diploma (International Baccalaureate); MYP certificate after the E-Assessment in MYP5; Spanish Primary Education Certificate, and Spanish Secondary Education Certificate; Cambridge ESOL certifications.
Facilities
St PETER’S SCHOOL is located in the Les Corts district of Barcelona and occupies three purpose-designed buildings with a total surface area of 18,000 m². Their facilities are conceived to support learning, well-being, and community life at every stage of development.
Classrooms are modern, flexible, and technology-enabled, designed to adapt to different teaching methodologies and collaborative learning formats. These learning spaces are complemented by specialised academic facilities, including fully equipped scientific laboratories, a technology laboratory, and Lab06, dedicated to experimentation, innovation, and inquiry-based learning. Younger students benefit from a PYP Library and Resource Centre that fosters early literacy, inquiry, and independent learning.
A distinctive feature of St PETER’S is its strong commitment to physical education and sport. The campus includes outdoor courts for football, basketball, and volleyball, as well as an indoor gymnasium that supports both curricular and extracurricular sports activities. Physical well-being is considered essential to academic performance and personal development.
Outdoor spaces are carefully designed for different age groups and needs. These include a Nursery playground, a central courtyard, a front playground, and themed areas such as the Boat Zone, which encourages imaginative play. The school also offers a multisensory room, supporting emotional regulation and inclusive learning, as well as a fully equipped theatre for performances, presentations, and community events.
Additional facilities include a medical room, meeting rooms, administrative offices, and a dining service. Swimming activities are offered through an agreement with Penguins, providing access to a specialised swimming pool nearby.
Together, these facilities reflect St PETER’S SCHOOL’s commitment to a future-focused, holistic, and human-centred education.
First Year Joining Fee
Lifetime enrolment fee: 4.500€
Lifetime Adaptation fee: 7.500,00€*
* A minimum level of English is always required. However, as an international school, we are ready to accept students with a low knowledge of Spanish/English and help them to catch up (depending on the year of entrance). When the school considers this is necessary, the Adaptation enrolment fee is applied.
Annual Tuition
F1 and 2 annual fees: 11.250,00€
F3 to F5 annual fees: 14.500,00€
Y1 to Year 5 annual fees: 19.250,00€
Y6 to Year 9: 21.250,00€
Y10 to Year 12: 22.250,00€
Additional Fees
Lunch is included.
Additional fees: Uniforms, Bus service, Afterschool clubs.
Discounts
5% discount on the annual fees for the 3rd sibling.
20% discount for 4th siblings.
Current Fees
Fees
School in Numbers
School size
630
Classes per grade / age
1 class in Foundation 1 and 2.
2 classes from F3 to Year 12.
Class sizes
10 in F1. 20 from F2 to 5.
22 in Primary.
23 in Middle Years and Diploma.
Nationalities
There are 51 nationalities among the students' population.
40% of the student population is Spanish. 60% is international.
Student Support
What learning needs the school can support
The school has a Wellbeing Department that coordinates the support with the students who need it. The team includes 3 counselors and a coordinator, who provides individual support to the students with the objective of integrating them into the classroom.
What support staff are available
4 counselors, two specialised teachers, a nurse, and 10 teaching assistants in Early Years and Primary.
Admissions
Details of entry criteria
The admissions process at St PETER’S SCHOOL is designed to be transparent, thoughtful, and personal. Our aim is to ensure that the school is the right fit for each student and their family.
1. Personal Interview with the Family
The process begins with a personal interview conducted by the Admissions team with both the family and the student candidate. This meeting allows us to present the philosophy of the school, explain the programmes offered, and better understand the student’s needs, interests, and educational background. For families living abroad, virtual interviews are available.
2. Candidate Assessment
Each application is reviewed holistically. The assessment includes a personal interview with the candidate, the academic transcript from the previous school, and references from that school. When considered necessary, the student may be asked to complete an entrance test.
Families of students with learning difficulties, or other specific educational requirements, must inform the Admissions team at the start of the application process so that these can be carefully considered.
Completion of all assessment requirements is mandatory for an application to be evaluated.
3. Acceptance and Enrolment
Once a student is accepted, families are required to complete the enrolment documentation and proceed with the corresponding tuition and related payments. In the event that no immediate place is available, the Admissions team will work proactively to resolve the situation as soon as possible.
Preference is given to families already part of the school community and to students with strong academic and personal references.
Details of entry tests
Entry tests are compulsory for the Diploma Programme. In Early grades, the school decides if they are necessary once the student has provided the previous academic reports and references, and has visited the school.
Further Information
The school recommends in-person visits whenever possible, so families can experience the atmosphere firsthand and see for themselves whether the school’s ethos aligns with what they are looking for.
Extra Curriculars
The after-school clubs can be consulted here: https://stpeters.es/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/After-School-Hub-25-26.pdf
Additional Info
Accreditations and Memberships
Contact Details
Address
Carrer Eduard Toldrà, 18
08034 Barcelona
Phone
+34 93 204 36 12
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