Every day at Learnlife, children enjoy learning, exploring their passions and developing the essential skills they need to thrive.
Learners are guided on personal learning journeys that help them become curious, happy and autonomous lifelong learners ready to make a positive impact in the world.
Our learning programmes provide a modern learning experience that empowers your child to take control of their learning journey, express their creativity and go deep in their learning. We do not believe in making learners memorise and repeat information.
Instead, your child will explore their passions through authentic, real-world learning, grow their autonomy and gain the most in-demand real-world skills, such as analytical and creative thinking, resilience and curiosity. At the same time, they'll also develop the foundational skills they would do at traditional school in a more impactful way through real-world transdisciplinary learning.
What makes Learnlife different?
Fun and effective learning - Personal learning celebrates your child's individuality, allowing them to focus on their passions and learn in a way that resonates with them.
An empowering experience - Your child will take control of their learning journey, boosting their motivation and confidence, and growing a love of learning.
Positive relationships - Consistent, positive relationships support your child's wellbeing, develop a growth mindset and help them overcome any challenge.
| Number of students |
210 in total. 140 at the Urban Hub and 70 at the Eco Hub. |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
22 |
| Most common nationality |
Spanish |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:3 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
We have a mix of native English speakers and fluent English speakers. Our Learning Guides also speak Spanish and Catalan. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Learners require B2 English and develop their language through immersion and language boosts. If a child does not meet B2 level, they can develop their English prior to enrolling through a private tutor. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish and Catalan. |
| Max. number of students per class |
1 learning guide to 18 learners. |
| Average number of students per class |
1 learning guide to 15 learners. |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, we have learning guide assistants. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
In various ways. Learners use laptops, and AI is used to support learning. We incorporate screen-free time throughout the day, using notebooks and encouraging children to make use of the large number of whiteboard walls available in the space, particularly for design thinking. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, we offer online learning. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
None. We offer a more authentic form of assessment. Learners who meet the required criteria qualify for an American high school diploma through NEASC (an internationally recognised accreditation body). They are also entitled to apply to co-validate their learning to receive the ESO certificate. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
No. We find that children naturally continue learning beyond the school day without setting homework because they enjoy learning. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We offer expert support for neurodiverse learners, including ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia. |
| Learning support offered |
We offer full support for learners who require extra guidance and targeted interventions for learners who are able to learn more independently. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We give learners the freedom to explore their passions and go deep in their learning. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Our learning guide, Suzanne, is a qualified psychologist. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
All families have to complete our enrolment process. This includes meeting with the family and reviewing school reports. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We ensure that Learnlife is a good fit for families and their children by meeting with them to learn more about them, sharing information about the Learnlife experience and reviewing school reports. |
| Waiting list |
Not at the moment. Learnlife's community grows year on year, increasing from just 10 learners when we started in 2017 to 220 in 2023. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We enrol throughout the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
| School start time |
Primary - 9.00am.
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| School finish time |
Primary - 4.30pm. You can collect your child earlier at 2.30pm.
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Learners can arrive from 8.45am. At the Urban Hub, secondary learners can stay until the Hub closes at 6.00pm. |
| School bus service available |
No. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes. |
| Uniform required |
No. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We don't offer extracurricular activities. Many of our learners are part of clubs/teams and take part in extracurricular activities in the local community outside of Learnlife. |
| Sports activities included |
Learners can play sports during their breaks. Sport and physical activity are incorporated into our learning schedule in different ways. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No. |
| Facilities at the school |
Primary - Indoor and outdoor open plan learning spaces, playground, football pitch, forest and community garden. The Hub is located just minutes from the beach in Castelldefels.
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| Sports facilities at the school |
None. We have use of football pitches next to both Hubs. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Learnlife helps children develop a love for learning and gain the critical skills they need to thrive in a transforming world. All children should enjoy learning. We ignite a curiosity for learning and develop learners who are happy, autonomous and ready to face any challenge that comes their way. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our personal learning approach, based on years of research and best practices of top educators from around the globe, guides learners through an individual journey of exploring their passions, skills and needs. We help children learn how to learn and guide them in developing the most in-demand skills, like analytical and creative thinking, empathy, adaptability and resilience, autonomy, communication, curiosity and lifelong learning. Children still develop literacy, maths and language skills. But this is done in a fun way that’s connected with their passions. |
Our full-time primary programmes are for children aged 6-11. They encourage learners to be playful, curious, creative and eager to experiment and explore the world that surrounds them. As young lifelong learners, children become reflective, resilient and resourceful.
Our full-time secondary programmes are for teens aged 11-18. They recognise that personal growth is built on consistent positive relationships and encourage learners to be curious, creative and eager to experiment and explore the world surrounding them. As young lifelong learners, they develop essential attributes and become reflective, resilient and creative.