Brave Generation Academy - Lisbon vs St. George's School - Lisbon

	B Brave Generation Academy - Lisbon Lisbon, Portugal	S St. George's School - Lisbon Lisbon, Portugal
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,100 - 10,640	Fees / year €7,900 - 9,250
Age range	Age range 12 - 18 years	Age range 10 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Pupils	Pupils 281	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 45	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Portuguese	Instruction language English, Portuguese
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Portugal, with multiple hubs across the country. The Cascais hub is at Av. 25 de Abril, 901 Cave, Esq., 2750-515 Cascais. Other hubs are located in Lagoa, Lagos (1 & 2), Loulé, Tavira, Vila Sol, Madeira (Funchal), Caldas da Rainha, Campolide, Cascais (1 & 2), Cascais Baía (1 & 2), CCB, Ericeira, Expo, Guincho, Leiria, Parede, Setúbal, Braga, Fundão, Porto, and Ofir. If none suit, BGA Online offers education wherever you are.	Location Rua dos Depósitos de Água, 339, Cascais, 2750-561, Portugal.
Stages	Stages Secondary Education and Higher Education. The Higher Education programmes are Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in fields such as Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports.	Stages Year 2 to Year 11 (10 years of education) in partnership with St. James's Primary School.
School type	School type International hybrid school with online and offline Hubs; British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula; 24/7 online access and guidance from Course Managers and Learning Coaches.	School type Cambridge International School; bicurricular; in partnership with St. James's Primary School.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Portugal	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / One‑time fees - Admissions (one‑time) fee charged prior to enrolment: 1,450€ for learners on the British International Curriculum, the American Core Curriculum, or for those following the school's Own Curriculum. 950€ for learners on the Portuguese curriculum. Tuition fees by curriculum (monthly and annual totals) - Tuition is billed as a flat monthly charge by curriculum and is the same across the secondary year groups; the school publishes a 12‑payment (monthly) billing structure. Annual totals below equal the monthly amount multiplied by 12. - British International Curriculum: 595€ per month (12 monthly payments) → annual total if paid monthly: 7,140€ per year. - American Core Curriculum: 845€ per month (12 monthly payments). AP courses incur an additional charge of 650€ per AP course. Annual total if paid monthly: 10,140€ per year (excluding any AP course fees). - Portuguese Curriculum: 595€ per month (12 monthly payments) → annual total if paid monthly: 7,140€ per year. - Own Curriculum (Hub Attendance Fee option): 550€ per month (12 monthly payments) → annual total if paid monthly: 6,600€ per year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing structure: 12 monthly payments (monthly invoices). Paying 12 months upfront is accepted and gives a 3% discount on the total yearly fee. A Registration Renewal Fee of 500€ is payable after the completion of the learner's first 12 months and in subsequent years. Sibling discounts: 5% off the total monthly fee for the second child and 7.5% off for the third child. Proof of payment is required as part of enrolment completion; the contract and payment details are provided during the admissions process. Boarding fees - Boarding is not part of the school's hybrid Hub model for secondary education and no boarding fees are published for the Portugal Hubs. The model is described around Hub attendance and hybrid online/offline provision. Other costs and fees - AP course surcharge (American curriculum): 650€ per AP course. - Exam entry fees (sample published schedule for January exam session): fees vary by qualification and by whether the candidate is a BGA learner or an external private candidate. Example published amounts (January session): - IAL (per single unit/paper): BGA learners 100€; external private candidates 200€. - International AS/A2 Level: BGA learners 200€; external private candidates 400€. - International A‑Level (all papers): BGA learners 300€; external private candidates 600€. - Remote invigilation service (per unit + qualification entry fee): BGA learners 800€; external private candidates 1,600€. - The published exam schedule also sets normal and late entry deadlines and stage‑based late fee multipliers. Special accommodation or assessment costs for subjects not offered by the school are charged to the candidate. - No separate uniform, daily lunch plan, transport/bus or boarding charges are listed in the school's published secondary Hub fee schedule. Additional discretionary charges (for specific external assessments, remote invigilation, or optional services) are itemised where applicable. Refund information - The school's published fee and admissions materials set the one‑time Admissions Fee, monthly tuition arrangements, the Registration Renewal Fee, and exam entry fee rules (including late entry penalties). Specific general tuition refund schedules are not itemised in the school's public fee summary; exam entry and remote invigilation fee terms (including late‑entry and additional charges) are published for exam sessions. For trial/onboarding steps and proof of payment, the admissions process indicates a trial day (where applicable) and that a signed contract plus proof of payment finalises enrolment. Fee payment options and required steps - Payment methods and detailed payment instructions are provided with the contract and payment details issued during the admissions process; proof of payment must be supplied to complete enrolment. The school accepts upfront annual payments (with the stated 3% discount) and monthly payments under the 12‑payment structure. Specific accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, payment portal providers) are provided to families in the contract and payment instructions. Summary of headline amounts (for quick reference) - Admissions (one‑time): 1,450€ (British/American/Own curricula) or 950€ (Portuguese curriculum). - Monthly tuition (12 payments): British 595€, American 845€ (plus 650€ per AP course), Portuguese 595€, Own Curriculum 550€. - Registration renewal fee (annual after 12 months): 500€. - Exam entry fees and remote invigilation fees: see published exam schedule for session‑specific amounts and late‑entry rules.	Fee details Application and Re-enrolment Fees - Enrolment fee (new students): EUR 800.00. - Re-enrolment fee for 2025–2026: EUR 750.00. Tuition fees by year group (annual and monthly options) - Year 6 to Year 9: - Annual fee (2% discount included; to be paid in September): EUR 7,742.00. - Monthly option (x10, September to June): EUR 790.00 per month. - Year 10 (P.E. + 7 IGCSE subjects offered): - Annual fee (2% discount included; to be paid in September): EUR 7,987.00. - Monthly option (x10, September to June): EUR 815.00 per month. - Year 11 (P.E. + 7 IGCSE subjects offered): - Annual fee (2% discount included; to be paid in September): EUR 7,987.00. - Monthly options: choose x10 (September to June) at EUR 815.00 per month, or x9 (September to May) at EUR 905.56 per month. - Year 12 & Year 13 (P.E. + AS/AL subject combinations as described by the school): - Annual fee (2% discount included; to be paid in September): EUR 9,065.00. - Monthly options: choose x10 (September to June) at EUR 925.00 per month, or x9 (September to May) at EUR 1,027.78 per month. - Additional subject charges: - Additional IGCSE subject: EUR 1,500.00 per year, per subject. - Additional AS/AL subject: EUR 1,800.00 per year, per subject. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual fees (if paid in full) are to be paid in September and include a 2% discount in the stated annual amounts. - Monthly payment options are shown as either x10 (September to June) or x9 (September to May), depending on the year group option selected. - All fees must be paid by the 10th of each month by bank transfer or ATM reference. The school provides the following IBAN for payment: Banco Santander – PT50 0018 2017 0321 9514 0204 8. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed and no boarding fees are included in the fee schedule; fees shown apply to day students. Other costs and recurring charges - Annual insurance (to be paid in September): EUR 60.00. - Assessments and exam fees: - Primary Cambridge Checkpoint (Year 6): EUR 112.00. - Lower Secondary Cambridge Checkpoint (Year 9): EUR 122.00. - IGCSE exams (Year 11): EUR 162.00 per student per subject. - Cambridge AICE Diploma entry fee: EUR 185.00 per diploma. - Cambridge International AS level component (except AS Global Perspectives): EUR 175.00 per student per subject. - Cambridge International A level component: EUR 240.00 per student per subject. - Global Perspectives (Cambridge International AS level component): EUR 265.00 per student. - School lunch options and costs: - Monthly (5 times a week): EUR 150.00. - Monthly (4 times a week): EUR 130.00. - Monthly (3 times a week): EUR 120.00. - Daily: EUR 15.00. - Home packed lunches — monthly: EUR 60.00. - Extra‑curricular activities and related fees: - Extra‑curricular entry fee: EUR 30.00. - English SL / Portuguese SL (1x week, at school): EUR 60.00. - Basketball (1x week): EUR 40.00. - Drama club (1x week): EUR 60.00. - Debate club (1x week): EUR 20.00. - Judo (1x/2x week): EUR 50.00 / EUR 65.00. - Individual piano or guitar lessons (45 minutes / lesson, 1x week): EUR 130.00; shared lessons: 2 students EUR 95.00 each, 3 students EUR 85.00 each. - School uniforms: - Uniforms should be ordered at the school office; specific uniform costs are not listed in the fee schedule. - Transportation: - Transportation is arranged privately between parents and transport firms and is not included in the fees above. Refund information - Under no circumstances will there be any refunds on payments of compulsory services, including enrolment, insurance or monthly fees, and assessments. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods shown: bank transfer or ATM reference (IBAN provided above). No credit‑card or online card payment method is listed in the published fee schedule. What is included in the annual/monthly tuition - Annual and monthly tuition fees include Physical Education, STEAM and stationery, plus Cambridge Checkpoints, IGCSE and A/AS Levels exam papers and Portuguese and English STEAM/LET components. Student and activity books are not included.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school has uniforms; uniforms are ordered at the school's office.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school offers a School Lunch program with monthly options: 5 times a week €150, 4 times a week €130, or 3 times a week €120. Home Packed Lunches are available – monthly €50, or daily €15.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is a Cambridge International School. It is in partnership with St. James's Primary School, offering 10 years of education from Year 2 to Year 11.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula are offered for secondary education. Learners study through a hybrid model with online learning and in-person Hub sessions, progressing at their own pace. The curricula are accredited and internationally respected, with qualifications recognized by universities worldwide. The Portuguese+ track provides Portuguese-language materials and assessments, includes preparation for Exames Nacionais, and enables direct entry to Portuguese universities while still operating within English-speaking Hubs, developing both Portuguese and English communication skills.	Curriculum details St. George's School offers a bilingual curriculum focused on English and Portuguese across core and foundation subjects. Core elements are English Language (Cambridge Curriculum) and Portuguese Language (Portuguese National Curriculum plus Cambridge Curriculum), Mathematics (Portuguese National Curriculum plus Cambridge), and Sciences (English National Curriculum). Foundation elements include Global Perspectives (Cambridge Curriculum) and French (Portuguese National Curriculum plus Cambridge). History is taught as British History in Years 6–7 (English National Curriculum) and History in Years 8–9 under the Portuguese National Curriculum. Economics and Business Studies are Cambridge Curriculum offerings for Years 10–11; Computing, Art and Physical Education follow the Portuguese National Curriculum. The program is delivered in association with St. James's Primary School and aims to develop bilingual pupils with solid scientific, technological, and artistic knowledge.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The programmes are internationally recognized and open doors to universities worldwide. The British, American, and Portuguese+ curricula support pathways to higher education across multiple countries. Learners can pursue university entry in Portugal or abroad through the global university network that recognises BGA qualifications.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school uses a Skills for Life approach that develops adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking, fostering a lifelong love of learning. The hybrid model combines online study with in-person Hub experiences and Learning Coaches to support learners and a peer community.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English-speaking Hubs deliver instruction in English. The Portuguese+ curriculum is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, with all learning materials and assessments in Portuguese. Learners can choose between British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, or Portuguese+ curricula. The British, US, and Portuguese+ curricula are accredited and internationally respected. Portuguese+ meets direct entry requirements for Portuguese universities and prepares learners for international study.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Physical Education promotes the wellbeing of students, including emotional well-being. Team activities foster interpersonal relationships.
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Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Portugal hub uses a hybrid model blending online and offline learning. Online learning provides 24/7 access to the learning platform with varied lesson styles and guidance from Course Managers. Offline learning takes place in co-learning hubs with ongoing support from Learning Coaches. The curriculum includes British, US, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited, with a focus on life skills such as adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking to foster lifelong learning.	Academic facilities The curriculum centers its focus on the teaching of English and Portuguese languages, Mathematics and the Sciences. It is complemented by Cambridge Global Perspectives, a foreign language (French), British History for Years 6 and 7, History for Years 8 and 9, Economics for Years 10 and 11, Business Studies for Years 10 and 11, Computing, Art and Physical Education.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Judo; English as a Second Language; Drama Club; Guitar and Piano; Basketball; Portuguese as a Second Language.
Parent experience	Parent experience
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Community	Community BGA Portugal blends online learning with in-person Hub experiences through a hybrid model. Hubs are co-learning spaces where Learners work with peers and receive ongoing support from Learning Coaches. Learners may choose between the British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, or Portuguese+ curricula, with materials and assessments delivered through the learning platform and local Hubs. The Portugal network includes hubs in Cascais, Porto, Braga, Leiria, and other locations across the country, plus online learning options.	Community St. George's School is a bilingual institution with a curriculum that centers on the English and Portuguese languages, Mathematics, and the Sciences, supported by the English National Curriculum. The school offers after-school activities including Judo, English as a Second Language, Drama Club, Guitar and Piano, Basketball, and Portuguese as a Second Language. The gallery features Carnival 2020 as a cultural event hosted by the school. It is located in Cascais, Portugal.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school uses a hybrid model that combines online learning with in-person Hub experiences. Learners have 24/7 access to a learning platform and receive guidance from Course Managers. They can choose between British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, or Portuguese+ curricula and progress at their own pace. The programmes lead to internationally recognised qualifications that open doors to universities worldwide.	Academic & intellectual The school has a bilingual English-Portuguese curriculum centered on English and Portuguese languages, Mathematics and Sciences. The school teaches Cambridge Global Perspectives and French as a foreign language. The school teaches History (British History for Years 6–7 and History for Years 8–9), Economics and Business Studies (Years 10–11), Computing, Art and Physical Education.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The school has an Art curriculum as part of the core programme. The school offers Drama Club as an extracurricular activity. The school provides Guitar and Piano as musical options.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Portuguese+ curriculum offers learning materials and assessments in Portuguese and includes preparation for and completion of Exames Nacionais. It meets requirements for direct entry to Portuguese universities while allowing admission to institutions worldwide. It is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, helping Learners develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.	Cultural & language The school has French as a foreign language. The school offers English as a Second Language and Portuguese as a Second Language. The school maintains a bilingual English-Portuguese linguistic environment.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The offline Hub experiences are co-learning spaces where Learners engage in peer-to-peer learning and community work, with constant support from Learning Coaches. The approach emphasizes collaboration and critical thinking as part of the Skills for Life framework. Academic and social balance is achieved by combining international academics with a strong school community.	Social & hobbies The school has Judo and Basketball as extracurricular activities. The school offers Drama Club and Guitar and Piano as clubs. The school supports language learners with English as a Second Language and Portuguese as a Second Language.
Community & service	Community & service Learners participate in community work as part of the Hub experience, with guidance from Learning Coaches to develop social responsibility and collaborative skills. The model integrates community-focused activity within the BGA learning environment.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Higher Education pathways offer Degrees in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, and more, providing a fast, flexible, and career-driven route to a university diploma. These programmes are designed to deliver real-world skills and internationally recognised qualifications. Learners receive ongoing guidance from Learning Coaches and Course Managers to prepare for professional life.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school has Physical Education as a core element to promote fitness and wellbeing. The school offers Basketball and Judo as extracurricular sports. The school emphasizes wellbeing through physical activity and related clubs.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula are offered in Portugal; all learning materials and assessments for Portuguese+ are in Portuguese; Exames Nacionais are prepared for and completed; Portuguese+ is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, enabling development of both Portuguese and English communication skills.	Language provision English is taught with the Cambridge Curriculum. Portuguese is taught using the Portuguese National Curriculum plus Cambridge Curriculum. French is offered as a foreign language. Global Perspectives develops cross-curricular language and analytical skills, linking English, Mathematics, Science, and Computing.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Portuguese+ curriculum is delivered in Portuguese within English-speaking Hubs; learners develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.	Bilingual teaching English and Portuguese are core languages of instruction. The curriculum centers on English and Portuguese, alongside Mathematics and Sciences. It remains committed to bilingual education, with French included as a foreign language.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs All learning materials and assessments are in Portuguese.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations Cambridge International School status (accepted January 2020) enabling full Cambridge Lower and Upper Secondary Education and IGCSE exams (begins June 2022).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions How to Get Started with the BGA Admissions Process. Your Guide to Joining Our Journey. Know more at bravegenerationacademy.com. The admissions content highlights personalised guidance, academic and social balance, and steps made simple. Get in touch: +351 913 578 362. Contact: Av. 25 de Abril, 901 Cave, Esq., 2750-515 Cascais. Get clarity on enrolment, curriculum, and how to begin your child's journey with BGA. Your Next Step includes downloading the eBook to learn more about: the Learning Model and its foundations – Knowledge, Skills, and Community; Life in a BGA Hub; and how technology powers our flexible education model.	Admissions The school provides an online pre-enrolment form on the Admissions page to register a child.
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