At TLA, we look carefully through each child’s application. We look for motivated learners with solid academic transcripts and strong English language skills. We do not stipulate specific grade entry requirements, but we do want to see evidence of commitment to learning.

The General Certificate of Secondary Education, or the GCSEs, are the main qualifications taken by 14-16 year olds in the national British curriculum.

The International GCSE qualifications, or the iGCSEs, are equivalent, grade-for-grade, to the UK GCSEs. The iGCSEs are studied in 80 countries around the world, and in many private schools in the UK, and are accepted by universities around the world.

GCSEs are subject-specific qualifications and involve studying the theory of a subject combined with some investigative work. Students ordinarily work towards the GCSEs full-time for two years, although sometimes they can be completed quicker.

The International A-levels are a globally recognised qualification, equivalent to the UK A-levels, offering a rigorous and flexible curriculum. On par with the International Baccalaureate (IB), A Levels are highly respected and accepted by top universities worldwide.

Our Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Levels (IAL) are recognised by leading institutions in Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, Germany, the UK, the United States, and across Asia. These qualifications provide students with the academic foundation needed to succeed in higher education.

Typically completed by students aged 16 to 19, A Levels represent the final stage of secondary education, offering a clear and respected path to university entry.

WHERE ARE THE IA LEVELS RECOGNISED?  

Edexcel International Advanced Level qualifications are recognised by universities in the UK and internationally. You can find the growing list of universities accepting these qualifications on the Pearson Edexcel University recognition list.

WHERE WILL OUR STUDENTS TAKE EXAMS?                                   

We are an official Pearson Edexcel testing centre and our students take their exams at school. The main exam period is in May and June each year. There are also opportunities for students to re sit their exams in October and January.

SUBJECTS AND EXAMS               

Students can take up to four A Levels, with most universities requiring a minimum of three.

Our students will sit their exams in May/ June each year. This is a two year qualification, with exams occurring at the end of the first year and then again at the end of the second year. A student’s final grade in each subject is comprised of the marks awarded after exams in both the first and second year of the qualification.

TLA caters for students in the final two years of school. Students join us in the year they turn 16.

This translates to years 12 and 13 in the British curriculum, which is the same as grades 11 and 12 in the American curriculum. 

All classes will be delivered in English. We also offer Spanish classes to our students.  Spanish classes are divided into two levelled groups. We can offer other languages, such as French, if we have student interest.

We have the widest selection of A Levels offered by any school in Barcelona. No subjects are mandatory and students are free to choose a combination of subjects that suit their interests and future university aspirations.

• • Mathematics
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Sciences (biology, chemistry and physics)
  • Spanish
  • Business
  • Economics
  • English Language and Literature 
  • Art and design: Photography
  • Art and design: Fine Art
  • Art and Design: Graphic Communication
  • History 
  • Psychology
  • EPQ: Extended Project Qualification