Highlands School Barcelona is a private, Catholic school at Esplugues de Llobregat on the western edge of Barcelona, teaching children from age one to eighteen. It combines the Spanish national curriculum with the British curriculum from age three, and is a registered Cambridge International School and examination centre. We list it because it is an established, verifiable school, and because no school pays for a place on GlobalSchoolGuide.
Highlands School Barcelona at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | Spanish national curriculum combined with the British curriculum; Cambridge International examinations including IGCSE |
| Stages | Age 1 to 18 |
| Founded | not published |
| Accreditation | Cambridge International School and examination centre |
| Fee band | Mid band for Barcelona |
| Campus area | Esplugues de Llobregat, west of Barcelona |
Curriculum and academics
Highlands runs a dual curriculum: the Spanish national programme is complemented by the British curriculum and Cambridge International pathways, with teaching split across English, Spanish and Catalan and French offered as an option. As a Cambridge International School and examination centre it prepares students for IGCSE, and the model is designed so pupils gain both Spanish recognition and internationally portable qualifications.
The school is Catholic and forms part of a wider network of teaching institutions, so faith and pastoral formation sit alongside the academic programme. For families comparing British provision across the city, our guide to British schools in Barcelona sets out the alternatives.
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Our fee calculator adds registration, deposits and transport to the headline tuition so you see the real annual cost before you apply.
Highlands School Barcelona fees
Highlands School Barcelona sits in the mid band for the city rather than at the very top with the most expensive international names. The school does not publish a simple single figure, so treat fees qualitatively and request the current schedule directly. Tuition rises through the school, with the senior and examination years the most expensive.
Our Barcelona international school fees guide explains where schools fall on the spectrum and what to budget beyond tuition, including registration, a deposit, materials, lunches and an optional bus service.
Admissions
The academic year runs from September on the Spanish calendar, with the main intake at the start of the year and rolling entry into other groups where places exist. Applications generally involve previous reports and an age appropriate assessment, with the school's language model taken into account.
Because deadlines and available places change each year, confirm the current admissions process directly with the school, and enquire early for the most popular year groups.
Location and who goes there
The campus is at Esplugues de Llobregat, an established residential area on the western side of Barcelona that is popular with families for its space and access to the city. The school reports extensive grounds with sports facilities and green areas across its site, which suits families who want a full campus rather than a city centre building.
To weigh Highlands against the other British and bilingual schools in the area, including fees and the neighbourhoods where families settle, start with the Barcelona city hub.
Highlands School Barcelona reviews
We do not yet hold verified parent reviews for Highlands School Barcelona. GlobalSchoolGuide is independent and no school pays to be listed, so we publish a rating only once we have gathered enough first hand accounts to be fair.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Highlands School Barcelona fees?
The school sits in the mid band for Barcelona. It does not publish a single headline figure, so request the current schedule directly and see our Barcelona fees guide for the city's tiers.
What curriculum does Highlands School Barcelona follow?
It combines the Spanish national curriculum with the British curriculum from age three and is a Cambridge International School and examination centre, preparing students for IGCSE.
Is Highlands School Barcelona a good school?
We do not publish a rating until we have verified parent reviews. It is an established Cambridge International School with a dual curriculum; families should visit and read the school's own results and inspection information before deciding.
Where is Highlands School Barcelona?
The campus is in Esplugues de Llobregat, a residential area on the western side of Barcelona.
When do Highlands School Barcelona applications open?
The school follows the Spanish September academic year with a main September intake and rolling entry where places allow. Confirm exact deadlines with the school.
