Lycée International Barcelona - Bon Soleil

Founded in 1969, the school is an independent, secular, and apolitical institution that promotes humanistic and European values. It aims to provide a comprehensive education that develops not only knowledge and culture but also an intellectual method based on rational and critical thinking, autonomy, and experimentation. The school is committed to fostering global citizenship and helping every student reach their full potential, regardless of their individual needs or capabilities.

The school offers a plurilingual education with French as the primary vehicular language, spanning from Maternelle (preschool) through École Élémentaire (primary), Collège (middle school), and Lycée (high school). Academic pathways include the French national curriculum, the Bachibac program, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma. The curriculum is designed to support students from ages 2 to 18 across these various stages.

The school prepares students for various academic pathways, including the French national curriculum, the Bachibac program, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma. Recent activities include graduation ceremonies for 2nd Bachibac and IB students, and student achievements in local talent competitions.

The school employs a dedicated psychopedagogue and a wellbeing coordinator to support students. The educational approach emphasizes personalized teaching, placing the student at the center of the learning process.

The school accepts applications for students aged 2 to 18. Prospective families can initiate the process by submitting an inquiry form through the school's website, providing details such as the number of children, their dates of birth, and nationalities.

The school operates on a structured academic calendar, with specific schedules published for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years. A separate calendar detailing school activities for the 2025-2026 period is also provided.

Located on a 40,000 m2 campus in Gavà, the school features 10,000 m2 of built space across four buildings, surrounded by 30,000 m2 of outdoor areas. Facilities include six multi-sport courts, a covered swimming pool with both small and large basins, five science laboratories, two media libraries, a technology room equipped with 3D printers, a music room, an arts room, and an auditorium with a capacity of 225. The campus also includes specific play areas for different age groups, a vegetable garden, and an on-site kitchen that prepares 1,500 meals daily using local and organic products.

The school offers a variety of co-curricular activities, including an athletic school (École Sportive) and a summer camp program. Students participate in diverse initiatives such as the 'Course contre la faim' (Race Against Hunger), environmental projects like 'Clean Up Day', and academic competitions, including the 'Concurs escolar del Comic Barcelona'. Additionally, the school facilitates educational outings, such as visits to the Centre d’Estudis del Mar de Sitges and local nature sites like Can Pere de la Plana.