The Olive Tree School

Sant Pere de Ribes, Barcelona, Spain
  • British
  • IGCSE
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About

English-medium private school in Barcelona for children aged 3-16, teaching the British National Curriculum with pupil-centred, Montessori- and Waldorf-inspired methods. Classes have a maximum of 20 pupils. Pupils take UK government exams at age 16. NABSS inspection report, November 2024.

Key facts

Source: Read from the school's website

Private International school

Info checked 2026-11-01 · Fees 2026-27

  • Curriculum

    British · IGCSE

  • Ages

    Ages 3–16

  • Students

    200

  • Language

    English

  • Type

    International school

Nationalities
30
Founded
2010
Selectivity
Open entry

Fees

Source: Read from the school's website

2026-27 school year

One-off costs

Application fee
EUR 300
Enrolment fee
EUR 2,830

As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying.

Admissions

Source: Read from the school's website

Intake
9
Mid-year entry
Possible
Entry process
Interview, Taster visit
Sibling discount
30% off tuition for third and subsequent children

Curriculum and academics

Source: Read from the school's website

Curricula, explained

  • British curriculum

    Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18

    Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.

  • IGCSE

    Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16

    A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.

Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide

Strengths

  • Academics
  • Outdoor education
  • Performing arts
  • Visual arts
  • STEM
Average class size
20

Student support

Source: Read from the school's website

English support (EAL)
Yes
Learning support (SEN)
Moderately selective

Campus and school life

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Facilities

  • Library
  • Theatre
  • Gym

Sports

  • Sports hall (1000 sqm)

Arts

  • Art studio
  • Music room
  • Theatre
  • Pianos

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Location

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Carrer les Modistes 8, Sant Pere de Ribes, 08812 Barcelona

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