General Spanish Straight to B2 Cultural immersion Private classes Groups Catalan Arraigo DELE · SIELE · CCSE University · PCE Accommodation Activities Student visa General Spanish Straight to B2 Cultural immersion Private classes Groups Catalan Arraigo DELE · SIELE · CCSE University · PCE Accommodation Activities Student visa
About us

A school with a story.

Since 2008

We’ve been welcoming students from around the world to Barcelona since 2008. We know the processes, the deadlines and what each person needs depending on their situation.

Welcoming, efficient and family-spirited

A welcoming, efficient and family-spirited school. For many, BCNLIP is more than a language school: it’s an experience that stays with you.

Student in front of the BCNLIP entrance in Barcelona
What we offer

Courses and programmes.

Spanish, Catalan, official exams and university access. In-person, online or hybrid. Choose by goal.

Spanish + Barcelona

Spanish + Barcelona

Immersion · Live the language and the city. Classes + walking tours, events and language exchanges. Barcelona as your extended classroom. Spanish · In-person · A1–C2.

Straight to B2

Straight to B2

Academic · Intensive and structured to reach B2 on the CEFR quickly and solidly. Spanish · In-person · A1–B2.

General Spanish

General Spanish

General · Intensive and extensive courses in small groups. From A1 to C2, with individual follow-up. Spanish · In-person or online · A1–C2.

Private classes

Private classes

One-to-one · Individual classes at the school or in-company. Tailored content for specific goals. Spanish · In-person or online.

Group programmes

Group programmes

Groups · Tailor-made programmes for schools, universities and closed groups. Designed around the group's profile. Spanish or Catalan · On request.

Catalan

Catalan

Catalan · Catalan courses for Spanish speakers and for Arraigo. UP to Catalan pathway. Catalan · In-person or online · A1–B2.

Arraigo

Arraigo

For residents · Catalan and Spanish for Arraigo (social integration). Specific courses valid for the legal procedure. Catalan · Spanish · In-person.

DELE · SIELE · CCSE

DELE · SIELE · CCSE

Official exams · Targeted preparation for official Spanish exams. CCSE for Spanish citizenship. Spanish · In-person or online.

UP · University

UP · University

University access · Pathways to enter the Spanish public university system. Language + PCE preparation. Spanish or Catalan + PCE · 9–22 months.

Student services

Much more than classes.

We support you from first contact through day-to-day life. We know what each student needs depending on their situation.

Live in the Gothic Quarter

Live in the Gothic Quarter

Accommodation · School-managed accommodation, just minutes from the classrooms. Shared flats, studio apartments and host families. See accommodation →

The city as your classroom

The city as your classroom

Activities · Walking tours, cultural events, film club, book club and weekly agenda. The city is part of the learning experience. See agenda →

We guide you through the process

We guide you through the process

Student visa · We issue the enrolment certificate and admission letter you need for your visa. For the legal side, we connect you with trusted specialist lawyers. Visa guide →

Landing in Barcelona

Landing in Barcelona

Welcome · We help you with everything you need on arrival — airport pick-up, NIE, TIE, city registration. Multilingual support. See services →

Part of something bigger

The MONLIP group.

An educational network with language centres, vocational training and social projects. Same calling, different pathways.

BCNLIP UP

BCNLIP UP

University access · Sister centre specialising in PCE and the UP to Catalan pathway. Affiliated with UNED. bcnlipup.com →

IBP · Higher Vocational Training

IBP · Higher Vocational Training

Vocational Training · VET centre offering higher-level programmes. Officially recognised qualifications. ibpbarcelonafp.com →

Fundación BCNLIP

Fundación BCNLIP

Social action · Scholarships and support for people in vulnerable economic situations. fundacionbcnlip.com →

Cultural activities

Cultural activities

Life at the school · Fridays at BCNLIP, excursions and cultural agenda. The city as part of the programme. See agenda →

Accreditations and recognitions

Who we work with.

Official recognitions that guarantee the quality of our centre.

In the heart of the Gothic Quarter

Our facilities.

Three buildings in the historic centre, just a few minutes’ walk from each other.

Main centre · Avinyó, 50

Main centre · Avinyó, 50

Four classrooms, study room, library, meeting room and administrative area.

Classroom building · Comtessa de Sobradiel, 4

Classroom building · Comtessa de Sobradiel, 4

Six classrooms and a faculty workspace. One of the classrooms features remains of the Roman wall.

Classroom building · Medinaceli, 6

Classroom building · Medinaceli, 6

Seven classrooms and a faculty workspace, with computers, lockers and learning materials.

Student reviews.

What our former students have to say

BCNlip is a school I genuinely recommend. It has very good teachers, a really pleasant atmosphere and excellent value for money in terms of teaching quality. On top of that, the school offers much more than classes: it helps with accommodation, organises activities and creates a very comfortable environment for students arriving in Barcelona. My personal experience was very special. I studied at BCNlip for a year together with my wife, and she still continues studying there. When I arrived in Barcelona, I could only say “hello”, but thanks to the school and its professional teachers, I can now communicate and speak Spanish with much more confidence. For me, BCNlip was like a second home. For a while we lived in one of the school’s flats, and I keep very fond memories of that time. They were very important and happy years for us. If you are choosing a school to study Spanish in Barcelona, don’t hesitate: BCNlip is one of the best options for its quality, its price, its atmosphere and the support it gives to students. I highly recommend it.
BCNLIP is the best school in Barcelona, with real professionals working here 💯🙌🏽❤️🙏🏽 I recommend this school to everyone! The classes are very interesting and super useful. I don’t regret even a little bit choosing this language school to start my journey in Spain. It was the best decision of the last few years! P.S. A special thank you to my teacher, Victor. He is the best teacher in the world!
I highly recommend BCNlip! I’ve been studying at this school since 2024 and I can honestly say that for me it’s the best language school in all of Barcelona. First of all, it has a very affordable price with genuinely good teaching quality. It’s not easy to find a combination like that in Barcelona. Secondly, I love the teaching staff. The teachers here are not only professionals, but people who truly help, support and create a very comfortable atmosphere. Some of them have become not just teachers for me, but also friends. Another great plus is the school’s atmosphere. Here everyone feels like family, and the school became a second home for me during my emigration. Thanks to BCNlip, my adaptation in Spain was much easier and calmer. Besides, the school has student accommodation, where you can live together with other students and immerse yourself faster in the Spanish environment without feeling alone. They also organise many activities and conversation clubs where you can get to know Spain better, practise Spanish and meet interesting people. I am very grateful to BCNlip for the knowledge, the support and the incredible atmosphere.
I had a really good experience at BCNLIP. I studied Spanish here for about a year and improved a lot. The classes were interesting and easy to follow. My teacher, Juan Carlos, is very kind and friendly, and also really patient. He always tried to help and made the class feel comfortable. The school has a really nice and cozy atmosphere, and it always feels good to be there. Everyone is friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to learn Spanish.
Studying at BCNLIP Barcelona was one of the best parts of my time in Barcelona. The teachers made learning Spanish enjoyable and practical, and the staff were always helpful. I especially liked the small classes and multicultural environment. I would definitely recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn Spanish in a friendly atmosphere.
I started classes with BCNLIP in October and have loved it! I’m here for 12 months and they’ve been helpful with all of my questions. I’ve made friends through my classes and I think it’s really cool that they have events each week. Definitely take advantage of the free events and the opportunity to meet new people! I’ve recommended this school to many people on socials and friends back home 💓 the classes are small and the professors are very helpful and invested in your success! 10/10 recommend!
Official accredited centre

BCNLIP is an accredited centre by the Instituto Cervantes and an official DELE, SIELE and CCSE examination centre.

Over 15 years training students in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter.

Your school.
Your language.
Your Barcelona.

BCNLIP · Gothic Quarter · Barcelona · Since 2008