The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a world-renowned programme, highly regarded by universities around the world, that we teach from our international environment in Barcelona.
The IB Diploma Programme is known for being academically rigorous, strong at building personal skills and international values, and stimulating through a wide range of globally minded learning experiences.
Students receive personalised academic, pastoral and wellbeing support from experienced teachers, tutors and school leaders throughout the IB Diploma Programme. In addition to helping students develop effective study habits, manage their workload and prepare for university applications, our Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Programme supports students' personal development, resilience and emotional wellbeing. Through regular tutor sessions and personalised guidance, students learn to balance increasing academic demands with healthy lifestyle habits, independent decision-making and future planning, ensuring they are well prepared for success both during the IB and beyond.
University preparation is embedded throughout the IB experience. Students receive personalised guidance from dedicated university counsellors, support with subject selection, university research and applications, and opportunities to attend university fairs, workshops and admissions events. Our goal is to help every student find the best-fit university and course, both in Spain and internationally.
Hamelin-Laie offers an academically ambitious and supportive IB experience that combines excellent teaching, personalised university guidance and a strong focus on wellbeing. Through the IB Learner Profile, students develop critical thinking, research, leadership, resilience and international-mindedness, preparing them to thrive at university and make a positive impact in a global society.
Yes. The IB Diploma is recognised and highly valued by leading universities in Spain, the UK, Europe, North America and around the world. Its rigorous academic framework and emphasis on independent thinking make it excellent preparation for higher education.
Beyond academic knowledge, the IB Diploma Programme helps students develop the attributes of the IB Learner Profile, preparing them for success at university and in life. Students become inquirers, knowledgeable thinkers and effective communicators, while developing integrity, empathy and intercultural understanding as principled, open-minded and caring individuals. The programme also encourages students to be risk-takers, balanced and reflective learners, building critical thinking, research, collaboration, time management and problem-solving skills. These qualities help students grow into confident, responsible and internationally minded young adults who are prepared to make a positive contribution to the world.
Annual tuition fees are as follows:
Year 12 / 1º IBDP: 15,491 EUR
This includes:
Year 13 / 2º IBDP: 15,493 EUR
This includes:
Please note that exam fees are not included.
For full details on what is included, payment schedules and availability, families are invited to contact our Admissions team.
Among our international community of over 60 nationalities learning English, Spanish, and Catalan, we’ll inspire your child to have an open-minded worldview and to make their mark in our globalised world – whatever they choose to be or do in life.
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Being able to receive support individually tailored to my situation, rather than general advice, is very valuable, and I am very grateful to have that here at Hamelin-Laie. Other students and I are getting fantastic value from these opportunities provided by the school."