- The event was attended by the mayor of Cabrera de Mar, other institutional officials, representatives of companies and organizations, nurseries, relocation services and sports clubs from the region
- With over 16.500 m² and sea views, the school will begin operating in September 2026 in Cabrera de Mar
- The new campus responds to the growing demand for international education in the Maresme region, in an environment designed with criteria of sustainability, well-being and innovation.
Barcelona, January 23, 2026.–The British School of Barcelona (BSB) has held a breakfast presentation of its new campus, BSB Maresme, located in Cabrera de Mar, in the Maresme region. The center, which It will open its doors in September 2026This represents the school's largest expansion project to the north of Barcelona, adding to those already existing in Barcelona city, Castelldefels and Sitges.
The event has featured with the participation of municipal authorities, , the Òscar Fernández, mayor of Cabrera de Mar, and Albert Ventura Viñals, Third Deputy Mayor of Territory and Sustainability and Councilor of Sports, Those who have welcomed the school to the municipality have congratulated the project and the campus design for "being sustainable and high-quality buildings" that add "social value to the city."
The mayor has emphasized that welcome The British School of Barcelona "It puts Cabrera de Mar on the map" and places it "at the highest level of private education in Catalonia and southern Europe." He also praised the educational program, stating that "it not only educates from a linguistic perspective, but also from a values perspective, which is key in the education of Cabrera Mar and Catalonia."
In the day They have also introduced the school's management team, which includes Neil Tetley, Chief Executive of BSB; Andrew Marshall, Head of Infant and Primary Education at the BSB Maresme campus; and Maria Sintes, Manager of BSB. They have been joined by members of Cognita, the international education group of which BSB is a part, such as Imma Prat, marketing and admissions director for Spain and Italy, and Manuel Villanueva, head of the property program for Spain and Italy.
Neil Tetley explained how BSB's educational project will reach Maresme, and Andrew Marshall spoke about the center's pedagogical approach and the unique experience that families will be able to enjoy at the school.
Andrew, who has over fifteen years of experience in teaching and educational leadership in the UK, Singapore, and China, highlighted the warm welcome from the local community and stated: “We are very proud to join the community of Cabrera de Mar and, by extension, the towns in the Maresme region. The area’s outstanding natural and cultural environment will provide our students with countless opportunities, not only to enjoy its green spaces but also to forge links with the local community and feel fully part of the area, thus helping to strengthen BSB’s presence in the Maresme.”
Also present were partners and collaborators of the international school, local nurseries, relocation services and members of some of the main sports clubs in the region.
The growing demand for international education is driving BSB's expansion in the Maresme region.
The opening of BSB Maresme, announced last May, will allow To expand the range of international education options in Catalonia and respond to the growing demand from families seeking an international education near your place of residence, in an environment that combines quality of life, proximity to nature and good connection with Barcelona.
This trend is also reflected at the national level, as more and more people value the British education model for their children, placing it among their preferred options. In the last five years, The number of British schools in Spain has grown by 7%, and their student body by 16%. In fact, Spain is currently the country with the most British schools in Europe, with 143 schools spread across 180 campuses and more than 75.000 students, 87% of whom are Spanish, according to the British Schools in Spain 2024-25 report by ISC Research, prepared with the support of the British Council, NABSS and the British Chamber of Commerce in Spain.
The new campus It will start in September 2026, with the Early Childhood and Primary Education stages (from 3 to 9 years old), and will expand its offering in 2027 with Secondary Education, until reaching a approximate capacity of 700 students.
- A sustainable, innovative campus designed for learning and growth.
With sea views, The new center will have 16.500 m² dedicated to learning, with specialized spaces for science, art, and music, as well as 14.000 m² of sports facilities, including a prominent football pitch. The project has been conceived under demanding criteria for sustainability, well-being and active learningIntegrating low environmental impact materials, renewable energy, vegetation and large green areas, with flexible spaces that promote autonomy, creativity and curiosity in students.
In fact, it will have with the BREEAM sustainability certification, one of the most recognized international certifications in environmental construction, with a rating expected between "Very Good" and "Excellent".
- The student-centered pedagogical project
BSB Maresme's educational project places the student at the heart of everything, supporting them at every stage of their personal, social, academic, and emotional development. For the school, educational excellence is measured not only by academic results but also by offering a safe, stimulating environment connected to the real world, where each student can discover, learn and grow at their own pace.
This model is based on a highly qualified faculty committed to innovative methodologies that foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Furthermore, students have access to a wide variety of learning opportunities, both inside and outside the classroom, including interdisciplinary projects, sports, arts, and technology activities, as well as international experiences.
- Open doors to learn about the facilities and the educational project
Families will have the opportunity to experience the new campus firsthand during its upcoming open days, which will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026 (from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.) and Saturday, February 28, 2026 ("Community Tea Party" from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). Both will be done in person for Early Childhood and Primary Education.
