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IB Curriculum International Schools in São Paulo, Brazil

Compare 26 IB Curriculum international schools in São Paulo, Brazil. Filter by curriculum, fees (average BRL 106,893), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
26
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
BRL 106,893
Fee range
BRL 300 – 190,872
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (22 schools)
Average school size
732 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Beacon School
Oldest
Colégio São Luís (1867)
About international schools in São Paulo, Brazil

Families choosing IB Curriculum international schools in São Paulo will find a cluster of schools that commonly offer one or more IB programmes (PYP, MYP and/or DP) alongside bilingual Portuguese - English delivery or English-medium instruction with strong Portuguese language provision. Fees are higher here than in most Brazilian cities and vary by school and year group; families should budget for annual tuition plus significant extras (capital funds, transport, meals and materials). Admissions follow the school year rhythm (many local schools run February - December, while some international calendars use an August/September start), and popular year groups often fill well in advance so early enquiries are recommended. Expect language assessments, previous school reports and health/immunisation records to be requested as part of the application process.

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FAQs for Brazil

What ages and IB stages do these schools cover?
The IB is delivered in discrete programmes: the Primary Years Programme (typically ages 3 - 12), the Middle Years Programme (around 11 - 16) and the Diploma Programme (roughly 16 - 19), with some schools offering the Career-related Programme as an alternative at senior level. Many São Paulo schools offer just one or two of these programmes, so check whether a school is authorised for the whole IB continuum if you want a single-school pathway.
How much should we expect to pay for an IB school in São Paulo?
Tuition varies widely by school and by grade but São Paulo’s international schools sit at the expensive end of the national market; headline senior-school fees commonly run into the high tens or hundreds of thousands of Brazilian reais, and a family’s true annual outlay is usually higher once one-off capital levies, transport, meals and materials are added. Always ask each school for a full, itemised cost breakdown and recent fee-increase history before budgeting.
What language of instruction and language support should we expect?
Many IB schools in São Paulo teach primarily in English while offering Portuguese as a compulsory language and additional language options such as Spanish or French; there are also fully bilingual Portuguese - English IB schools. Schools commonly provide English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) or Portuguese support for newcomers, but the level and formality of that support varies, so confirm available language assistance during visits.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
For a standard intake it’s sensible to start researching and making enquiries 6 - 12 months before you need a place, because popular year groups have limited capacity and waiting lists are common; mid-year or immediate placements are possible but depend on availability. Most schools require an application form and fee, recent school reports or transcripts, passport and health/immunisation records, and an age-appropriate assessment or interview to determine placement and support needs.
How should we compare IB schools in São Paulo when shortlisting?
Compare whether the school is authorised for the IB programme(s) you want (PYP/MYP/DP), the language model and reported support services, the school’s approach to university guidance and assessment, and the full cost of attendance including recurring extras. Also visit or ask for sample timetables and a recent parent/student handbook to check pastoral support, class sizes and how the school integrates newly arrived students; these practical details often matter more day-to-day than published performance summaries.