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Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Barker College is a bilingual, coeducational day school serving ages 2 to 18 in Argentina. The school delivers the Cambridge curriculum from early years to senior secondary, offering IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels. This progression from Kinder to Secondary Education nurtures critical thinking, lifelong learning, self-esteem, and self-critique. The campus features the Barker Foundation Aquatic Centre with indoor heated pools for Learn to Swim and squads, a 50m outdoor pool, the Rhodes Theatre, McCaskill Music Centre, the Foundation Science Centre, the Centenary Design Centre, and the David Gamson Centre. The school hosts over 20 sports teams and a High Performing Student Athletes program, alongside robotics, drama, and debate programs. Recognized as a Cambridge Official Exam Center since 1936, Barker maintains a strong alumni community through the Old Barkonian Association and a rich arts culture through Barker Theatre Group. The college also supports international student exchanges globally.
Gral. Bartolomé Mitre 131, B1832JDA Lomas de Zamora, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Essentials
Barker College has 400 pupils, instruction in Spanish, English.
Location
The Barker College Argentina campus is located at Bme. Mitre 131, Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. Administration, Kinder and EP are listed at this address, with Secondary inquiries handled via separate contact lines. The campus address serves the local Lomas de Zamora community.
Stages
Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary are offered. The Secondary level lasts six years, structured as the Basic Cycle (ES 1–3) and the Upper Cycle (ES 4–6).
Type
Coeducational day school.
Country affiliation
Argentina
School day structure
Two-year-old classes follow a half-day schedule. In the three-year-old class, there is the option of a half-day schedule or the full-day bilingual option, in which case English begins in the afternoon. From age four, the bilingual program becomes mandatory.
Fees
Application fees - Barker College does not publish a specific application or registration fee amount publicly. The admissions process is structured (online application form, informational interview, and assessment/interview stages) but no fixed application fee figure is listed.
Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year) - Barker College does not publish a publicly available, itemised tuition schedule showing per-term or per-year amounts for Kinder, Primary (Educación Primaria) or Secondary (Educación Secundaria). The school's levels are organised as Kinder, Educación Primaria, and Educación Secundaria, but specific tuition figures by year group and by term are not listed.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No detailed billing schedule (for example: number of instalments, due dates, or late-payment penalties) or standard payment terms are published in the publicly available school information. Billing frequency and payment deadlines are not listed.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - Barker College operates as a day school; there is no indication of boarding facilities or boarding fees in the school's publicly available information. Therefore there are no published boarding fees.
Other costs and fees - Uniforms: Students are required to attend in full correct uniform for their level; uniform lists and specifications are published, but individual item prices are not provided. Parents should expect a separate uniform cost for required items (jackets, tunics, sportswear, etc.). - School meals / comedor: The school provides a cafeteria service through a contracted concessionaire; this service can generate additional costs for families (meal plans or individual lunches), but no fixed pricing is published. - Extracurricular activities and clubs: A variety of clubs and extracurricular programmes (academic, sports, arts, language, etc.) are offered outside school hours. Participation in certain clubs or external programmes may involve additional fees or seasonal charges; specific fees are not listed. - Materials, excursions and special programmes: Costs for school trips, study tours, specialised materials, or optional programs are not itemised publicly and are typically communicated to families when applicable.
Refund information - No publicly available, itemised refund or cancellation policy for tuition, registration, or activity fees is published. Refund conditions and any pro‑rata calculations for withdrawals are not specified in the publicly available information.
Fee payment options - The school's publicly available pages and admissions information do not list specific accepted payment methods (credit card, direct debit, bank transfer, etc.) or online payment portals. Contact channels (telephone and school email) are provided for administrative enquiries.
Summary statement about availability of numeric amounts - Detailed numeric tuition amounts, per-term/per-year breakdowns by year group, explicit application/enrolment fees, billing calendar, refund terms, and accepted payment methods are not published in the school's publicly available materials. Families should expect the school to provide a complete fee schedule and payment terms directly through the school's admissions or administration office when initiating the admissions process.
Academics
Barker College teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Offers Kinder, Primary Education, and Secondary Education. The school operates in a bilingual context. Educational areas include Physical Education, Artistic Education, Technological Education, and School Guidance; the PSE program is offered. The admissions content emphasizes developing critical thinking, commitment to learning, proactive behavior, self-esteem, and self-critique, and fostering students' awareness of self-care and the world in which they live.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional development is central to Barker College's approach. In Kinder, the axes of activity are socialization and the development of socio-emotional processes, with play as a central aspect of learning in a caring and supportive context that fosters social skills, initiative, and positive interactions with peers and adults. English is introduced naturally in meaningful everyday contexts to promote bilingualism and the spontaneous use of the second language. In the Secondary level, the school promotes empathy and trust among all members of the school community—leaders, teachers, tutors, assistants, parents and students—and extends this to broader social contexts to foster solidarity and citizenship through community projects such as those in partnership with external organizations. As part of the Upper School, the Bitácora program accompanies students in self-knowledge, helps them understand the academic and professional landscape they will face after graduation, and supports decisions about their itineraries in this new stage.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Primary Level has an official full-day bilingual program, and Barker College is recognized for its high academic standards, with attention to the diverse needs of children.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Two languages coexist in a single curriculum at the Primary Level, and both languages are taught concurrently in writing and speaking. The two languages are studied across the curriculum in English, including natural and social sciences, mathematics and literature, enabling ongoing bilingual development. In Secondary, subjects are taught in English to deepen language use across disciplines and to enable Cambridge exams (CAE, CPE, IGCSE and AS/A Levels). French is taught as a third language, with students certifying their level through Alliance Française exams (A1, A2 and B1).
Mental Wellbeing
The Personal, Social, Emotional and Health Development (PSE) Program supports holistic student growth. It includes Emotions Programs, Conflict Resolution and Social Skills, Barker Leadership Project, Solidarity Projects, Tutoring, the National Sexual Education Program (Law 26.150), Bitácora Project, Outdoor Education, and a Healthy Dining Program, with cross-disciplinary content in academic areas. Implementation involves the teaching team, Guidance Department, Physical Education Department and School Leadership to tailor activities to each age group.
Admissions
Admissions
1. The applicant family completes a digital admission form to request the informational interview.
2. The School contacts the family to coordinate the informational interview.
3. The family visits the School to attend the interview.
4.
Waitlist
If there are no vacancies for the requested year, the interview will not be conducted. If no vacancies exist but the applicant is duly qualified, the student will be placed on a waiting list and informed periodically of their status. The order of preference for vacancies is: 1) siblings of current students; 2) children or grandchildren of alumni and staff; 3) new families.
FAQs
What age range does Barker College serve?
Barker College is a bilingual, coeducational day school serving students aged 2 to 18, covering Kindergarten, Primary, and a six-year Secondary programme.
Where is the school located?
The campus is located at Bme. Mitre 131, Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. It serves the local Lomas de Zamora community.
What curriculum does the school follow?
Barker College delivers the Cambridge curriculum from early years through to senior secondary, offering IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and A Levels. Two languages coexist in a single bilingual curriculum.
How much are the fees?
Barker College does not publish a detailed fee schedule publicly. The school reports fees in the range of approximately USD 29,190 to USD 47,365 per year. Contact the admissions office for current fee details.
Does the school offer boarding?
Yes, boarding is offered for Years 9–12. The coeducational boarding house accommodates about 60 students with air-conditioned rooms, evening prep sessions, and dedicated tutoring support.
What sports facilities are available?
Facilities include the Barker Foundation Aquatic Centre with indoor heated pools, a 50m outdoor pool at Hornsby Aquatic Centre, Peter Taylor Field, Phipps Field, tennis courts, and a running track. The school competes in rugby, hockey, volleyball, and football.
Is there a house system?
Yes, there are 16 Houses for Years 7–12 and six Houses in the Junior School. The house system provides pastoral care, competitions, and fosters school spirit, leadership, and service.
What languages are taught?
Spanish and English are the core languages across all levels. French is taught as a third language in Secondary. Students can sit for Cambridge international examinations including CAE, CPE, IGCSE, and AS/A Levels.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Activities include Chess Club, Code Club for computational thinking, Drama Clubs at multiple age levels, Yoga Club, and the Barker Athletics Team (BAT Club). The Barker Theatre Group involves alumni, teachers, and parents.
How does the school support student wellbeing?
The PSE (Personal, Social, Emotional and Health Development) Program includes Emotions Programs, Conflict Resolution, Social Skills, a Leadership Project, Solidarity Projects, and the national Sexual Education Program.
When was the school founded?
Barker College traces its origins to 1897, when English-speaking residents in Lomas de Zamora formed the Lomas School Committee. The South Railway also contributed by creating Barker Memorial Hall with educational facilities.
How do I apply?
The admissions process has two stages: an informational stage where families complete a digital form and attend an interview, then an assessment stage. If no vacancies exist, qualified students are placed on a waiting list.
