The European International School of Barcelona (commonly known as EISB or EIS Barcelona), located in Sant Cugat del Vallès, stands out for its dynamic international ethos offering the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma programme. Uniquely situated on an expansive campus adjacent to the Collserola natural park, the school provides an enriching learning environment that seamlessly integrates rigorous academics with dedicated boarding facilities. This balance of IB education and residential care makes it an appealing choice for families seeking a comprehensive, globally minded schooling experience in the Barcelona area.
What teachers and parents say
Positives
- Outstanding campus and sports facilities, including large athletic grounds, heated swimming pools, and extensive green space in Sant Cugat.
- Strong language immersion and curricular pathways, offering English, Spanish, Catalan, French, and German/Chinese alongside IB, American High School Diploma, and Bachillerato options.
- Attentive pastoral care and discipline, with parents frequently praising dedicated teachers, small-group attention, and a strong emphasis on student manners and values.
Negatives
- Perceived elitist culture, with some parents and local community members noting a socially exclusive and traditional environment.
- High overall cost, driven by expensive baseline tuition combined with substantial add-on fees for transport, meals, uniforms, and extracurriculars.
- Address
- Avenida Pla Del Vinyet, 110, Sant Cugat Del VallesBarcelona, 08172Spain
- Website
- www.eisbarcelona.com
- [email protected]
- System
- IB
- Curriculum
- IB Diploma
- Enrollment
- 1,550
- Faculty
- 133
- Boarding
- Boarding
