HomeAssisted Schools ...Barcelona, Spain: Benjamin Franklin International School: Spring 2023 Special Needs Profile hide Barcelona, Spain: Benjamin Franklin International School: Spring 2023 Special Needs Profile Special Needs Profile Office of Overseas Schools September 12, 2023 School Contact Information Tel: +34-93-434-2380 E-mail: info@bfischool.org | Website: www.bfischool.org Additional details on special needs support at post found on the School Summary Information Portal (must have OKTA login to access). For more information, contact A/OPR/OS (overseasschools@state.gov / +1-202-261-8200), MED/CFP Child and Family Program Team (MEDCFP@state.gov/ +1-202-663-1815), or the school directly. Download the Special Needs Profile (Spring 2023 Special Needs Spain, Barcelona BFIS) for this school to learn more about their capability to support students with exceptionalities. The Benjamin Franklin International School (BFIS) is an independent, coeducational, non-profit, IB world school which offers an English language, college-preparatory program from nursery to grade 12 for students of all nationalities. Founded in 1986, the school offers a differentiated American (fully accredited) curriculum, with strong academic programs, including learning support and foreign languages. BFIS offers three diplomas: American high school diploma, Spanish high school bachillerato certificate, and International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma. BFIS is a truly international school with a student body representing 56 nationalities and cultural heritages. BFIS also has a highly engaged school community and a strong Parent and Teacher Association (PTA). In 2021 the school was awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award, demonstrating that BFIS is a forward-thinking school actively engaged in protecting our planet. This is intended to provide general information. Prospective users of the schools may wish to inquire further of A/OPR/OS or contact the school directly for more specific and up-to-the-minute information. Information and statistics are current as of March 2023 and provided by the school. NOTE: School situations can change quickly, particularly as schools face cutbacks to learning support programs due to the pandemic, unrest, and economic uncertainty. For the most current information, work with the REO and school. Information in this document was collected by the Department of State’s Office of Overseas Schools directly from the school in spring 2023 and shows the availability of services rather than an assessment of the quality of the services. The profile is intended as a jumping off point for a conversation with the REO and school to understand the best fit for your child. Definitions may vary school to school. Tags Office of Overseas Schools Spain