Benjamin Franklin International School, Barcelona, Spain

BFIS is an American-International school in Barcelona from Nursery to Grade 12, with a roughly one-third breakdown among US, International, and Spanish families. Integral to what we do is the support of bilingual and multilingual learners. Our diverse and engaged student body, staff and parent community is the heart and soul of our school. Learning is in English with language courses offered in Spanish and Catalan. Strong, fully accredited academic program awarding three diplomas: the American High School Diploma, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP), and the Spanish Bachillerato Certificate. Learning support. Support for speakers of first languages other than English, bilingual and multilingual learners Small class sizes Extensive after-school program including performing arts, academics, a strong athletics program and activities for parents Strong school/home partnership, highly involved school community and active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) 689 students and a welcoming global community of over 50 nationalities in the heart of Barcelona, Spain. IB Middle Years and Diploma Program