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The school where any dream is possible
A world class American International education for three to eighteen-year-olds
Welcome to a truly
International American School in Barcelona
BFIS provides a comprehensive American curriculum from Nursery to Grade 12, complemented by the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (IBDP). With over 63 nationalities represented, BFIS celebrates its inclusive and diverse community.
At BFIS we empower students to dream, grow and inspire positive change by...
- Celebrating the beauty of every individual’s story and dreams
- Making everyone feel seen, heard, and valued
- Embracing our differences as a wellspring of strength and growth
- Promoting inclusion, belonging, kindness, and respect for all
- Understanding that it is in our hands to make this world a little bit better for everyone
The BFIS Experience
Our Vision for Learning
American International School
BFIS at a glance
Students
702
Total Students
32
EC students
237
ES students
178
MS Students
129
HS Students
Grades 9 and 10
126
IB Students
Grades 11 and 12
Teachers
104
Total Faculty
99
Full time
Staff
5
Part time
Staff
65%
Post Graduate
Education
6
Administrators
4
Counselors
Welcoming Community
“Our community feels like a family. You’re not just a number - you’re known.”
- High School Student
One of the Best International Schools in Spain
- Ranking 100 Best Schools in Spain El Mundo Newspaper
- Best Schools in Spain El Español Newspaper
- Top 3 IB Schools in Spain in IB-Schools.com
Latest News
University and College Acceptances
Every year, our graduates are accepted into the world's top colleges and universities, but our focus is on helping each student find the best-fit institution for their unique academic journey.
Our Values
Adaptability
Adaptability
Welcoming challenges as opportunities for growth, learning, and reflection. It means being able to handle change or new situations easily
Responsibility
Responsibility
Taking ownership of the impact of our actions
Respect
Respect
The practice of recognizing and honoring another's inherent worth. Understanding others and recognizing their value. Being kind and inclusive to ourserlves, others, and the environment
Integrity
Integrity
Doing the right thing, even when no one is looking
Curiosity
Curiosity
Exploring with an open mind and heart - means being excited to ask questions and discover
Joy
Joy
A deep sense of gratitude, connection, and belonging. It is looking for the goodness in things.