Benjamin Franklin International School (BFIS)

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Barcelona
Benjamin Franklin International School (BFIS)

American International School in Barcelona, Spain.

BFIS Mission: Our purpose is to engage our diverse school community in the pursuit of educational excellence and success for all students. Benjamin Franklin International School in Barcelona offers a differentiated American curriculum from Nursery to Grade 12; a college preparatory education primarily in English including learning support and foreign language programs; a strong, fully accredited

program awarding: the American High School diploma, the Spanish Baccalaureate Certificate, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program; an active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and a welcoming global community in the heart of Barcelona.

28/08/2026

📚✏️ The holidays flew by! As you pack those backpacks and get ready to jump into the new school year, here are 3 important things to keep in mind:

1️⃣ Check your email and the Back to School Page for the first-day agenda and double-check your supply lists. Remember that school starts on Monday at 8:30AM (8:45 for our younger dragons)

2️⃣ Label everything! From water bottles to sweaters. It’s the easiest way to make sure your child’s gear stays out of the Lost & Found!

3️⃣ Get a good night’s rest to ensure you have enough energy for the day and a big smile.

We are so excited to welcome you all back to campus. Let’s make this year our best one yet! 🚀💙

25/08/2026

✨ New faces, same passion!

This week, our new staff members came together to connect, dive deep into our mission, and brainstorm incredible ideas for the year ahead.

Whether in the classroom, leadership, or operations, every single member of our team is driving toward one goal: to guide, creative, curious and joyful learners to imagine and shape a more just and sustainable future.

We are so excited to welcome these passionate educators and professionals to our campus. Let’s make this school year our best one yet!

Help us welcome them in the comments below! 💬

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19/08/2026

Center for Creativity & Innovation Building Opens Soon!

As we prepare to welcome our students back for a new school year, there is even more to look forward to at BFIS. We celebrate our 40th anniversary, and an extraordinary new chapter: the opening of the CCI Building. More than a new building, the CCI is a reflection of who we are as a community. Shaped by years of feedback, hopes, and ideas from our community, it has been designed not only for learning, but for connection, creativity, and belonging. As a LEED-certified building designed with sustainability and social responsibility at its heart, the CCI also embodies something we want our students to carry with them: that we are part of something bigger than ourselves, and that the footprints we leave, both on our community and on our planet, can be powerful forces for good.

📸 Swipe through for the latest construction progress.

📩 Current BFIS Families can find more detailed information in today´s Community Update Email.

17/08/2026

Our campus is becoming a lab for student-led change.

Last summer, during an internship with Alella GreenTech, a small group of BFIS students started asking an important question: what about the air we breathe at school every day? That spark became the SchoolAIR project, and this spring, Mia (G11) and Marina (G8) made it real.

They toured the campus, chose the location, and built our very first air quality monitoring station right here in our Makerspace. It's live. It's ours. And it's just the beginning.

The vision is bigger: a station in every classroom, giving us a real-time picture of the air our whole community breathes every day.

None of this happens without the people who show up for students. A huge thank you to Mark Pendergast, our Design and Robotics Teacher, Scott Hemsey, our Global Citizenship and Action Leader, and Marco Milo, our Facilities Manager, for bringing the expertise, time, and energy that helped turn this idea into something real. SchoolAIR, Alella GreenTech, and a dedicated BFIS parent rounded out an incredible team of mentors.

But this project belongs to Mia, Noah and Marina. They noticed something that mattered, asked better questions, and built something that will keep growing long after they've moved on.

That's the kind of learning we're most proud of at BFIS. 💛

14/08/2026

Our school family is growing. Meet the new members of our staff!

They bring fresh passion to inspire your children and enrich their learning environment every day.

Together, they will help keep our vibrant community strong, connected, and thriving for the year ahead! ✨🌟✨

12/08/2026

🌒 TODAY IS THE DAY! Spain will witness the total solar eclipse and you can see it from some other countries too...

This is likely the most impressive eclipse visible from Spain in our lifetimes and the first totality for Mainland Europe since 1999.

You are not in Spain? Don't worry, a partial solar eclipse will be visible from other cities.

🌓If you are in Dublin, Paris, London or Berlin you will be able to catch a partial view of the eclipse too by sunset, so check timings for your city.

🌖New Yorkers might have the chance to get a slice of the action by lunchtime.

As the moon passes directly in front of the sun, day will briefly turn to twilight in an unforgettable celestial show.

Here’s how to catch it:

- Check Your View: Use the Interactive Eclipse Map to see the exact coverage and duration of totality for your location.

- Look West & Go High: The eclipse happens late in the day, close to sunset (in Spain). Find an elevated spot (like a hilltop or high terrace) with a clear, unobstructed view of the western horizon.

- Grab your solar eclipse viewing glasses, cross your fingers for clear skies, and enjoy the show! 🕶️

Remember: never look at the eclipse directly or without the right glasses.

11/08/2026

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, with its epicenter in the Chocó region.

Our thoughts and heartfelt solidarity are with everyone affected. We know how difficult and uncertain the moments following a natural disaster can be. To all the families impacted, the first responders, and the entire Colombian community, both near and far, we send our deepest support.

You are not alone! We stand with you from afar with strength and hope. 🤍🕊️

Would you like to help? The Colombian Red Cross launched a donation campaign on its website: ayuda.cruzrojacolombiana.org

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¡Nuestros pensamientos y solidaridad están con Colombia!

Sabemos lo difíciles e inciertos que pueden ser los momentos posteriores a un sismo. A todas las familias afectadas, a quienes están trabajando en las labores de asistencia y a toda la comunidad colombiana dentro y fuera del país, les enviamos un abrazo fuerte y sincero.

No están solos; los acompañamos a la distancia con mucha fuerza y esperanza.

Si quieres colaborar, la Cruz Roja Colombiana ha activado una campaña de donaciones en su página web ayuda.cruzrojacolombiana.org

07/08/2026

🏰✨ Learning Beyond the Classroom: Our Ruta Modernista

One of the greatest perks of going to school in Barcelona is that the city itself becomes our classroom. Throughout the school year, our students regularly step outside the campus gates to embark on the Ruta Modernista—an ongoing journey where they analyze Gaudí’s masterpieces and explore local heritage sites in the first person rather than just reading about them in textbooks.

This continuous connection to our local culture is a core part of the experiential learning environment we cultivate here, seamlessly bridging the gap between global academic standards and the rich history right in our backyard. To the new families joining our community soon: we can't wait for your children to experience their very first Ruta. Welcome to the adventure! 🔴🔵

03/08/2026

🐉✨ Welcome to the Dragon Family!

We want to extend a warm, official welcome to all the new families joining our community this year! Whether you are moving from another local school or relocating from across the globe, one thing is certain: our vibrant, diverse community will make you feel right at home from day one.

At BFIS, our dedicated teachers are ready to nurture your child’s unique talents and support their growth every step of the way. We can’t wait to embark on this educational journey together!

📲 Pro Tip: Don't forget to check out the New Families page on our website for everything you need for a smooth, confident start to the school year.

To our returning families, what’s one piece of advice or welcoming message you’d share with our newest Dragons in the comments below? 👇

29/07/2026

⚽🏐 Our athletics teams have achieved so much this year, and we want to keep growing! Does your child want to be a part of our teams?

Applications are officially open for our Sports After-School Activities! We have a fantastic lineup of sports available for all interests, including football, volleyball, and basketball. Whether they want to learn a new sport or sharpen their competitive edge, this is the place to do it.

⏰ Important: Registration closes on Sunday, September 13th at midnight. Secure your child's spot today!

Dirección

Calle Martorell I Peña 9
Barcelona
08017

Página web

http://www.bfischool.org/

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