Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro vs Escola Nova

	E Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro Rio De Janeiro, Brazil	E Escola Nova Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year R$89,280 - 131,424	Fees / year R$58,046 - 94,345
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, BTEC Qualification
Pupils	Pupils 1,350	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language Portuguese, English
Opened	Opened 1937	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location EARJ operates two campuses in Rio de Janeiro: Barra Campus at Rua Colbert Coelho, 155, Barra da Tijuca (CEP 22793-313; phone (55) 21 3747 2000) and Gávea Campus at Estrada da Gávea, 132, Gávea (CEP 22451-263; phone (55) 21 2125 9000). The Gávea Campus sits at the edge of Tijuca National Forest with views of Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf and the Christ the Redeemer statue. The Barra Campus is located in the heart of the Barra da Tijuca neighborhood.	Location Escola Nova by SIS is located in the Gávea neighborhood in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The campus address is Rua Major Rubens Vaz, 392, Gávea, RJ 22470-070. It is part of the SIS Swiss International School network.
Stages	Stages Preschool (Nursery - Pre-K); Lower School (Kinder - Grade 5); Middle School (Grade 6 - 8); High School (Grade 9 - 10); IB Diploma Programme (Grade 11 - 12).	Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, and College. Preschool offers shifts (morning or afternoon) or a bilingual English-Portuguese day school option; Primary offers shifts (morning or afternoon) or a day school concept, with Year 1 being bilingual (English and Portuguese).
School type	School type Independent, non-profit, English-medium day school; IB World Continuum School; two campuses (Barra and Gávea).	School type Private day school; bilingual education; offers the IB Diploma and Brazilian college degree, with ENEM preparation.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 32 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is available for students with diagnosed disabilities, with Early Intervention in Preschool/Kindergarten and services for Grades 1–12. English as Academic Language (EAL) supports students developing English proficiency. Counseling is provided, supported by an Educational Psychologist and Gifted Planning.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States (EARJ is recognized by the U.S. Department of State under the Assisted Schools program).	Country affiliation Brazil
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Preschool offers shifts (morning or afternoon) or a bilingual Portuguese-English day school. Primary School also offers shifts or day-school options, with Year 1 bilingual (English and Portuguese).
Bus service details	Bus service details Transportation is optional; buses are provided by Santa Rosa Transportation for the Gávea Campus and by Psiu Transportes for the Barra Campus.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Fee schedule (academic year 2025 / 2025–2026 reporting) Application / registration fees - No fixed, publicly published non‑refundable application or registration fee amount is listed for EARJ for the 2025 reporting year. For new-student admissions the school requires completion of the application process through its application platform. Tuition — monthly fees by year group (amounts shown are monthly “mensalidade” figures reported for 2025) - Maternal (Nursery): BRL 7,440 per month. - Infantil 1–2 (Early Childhood): BRL 10,952 per month. - Fundamental 1 (Kinder – Grade 5): BRL 10,952 per month. - Fundamental 2 (Grades 6–9): BRL 10,952 per month. - Ensino Médio / High School (Grades 10–12 / Diploma years): BRL 10,952 per month. Notes on tuition presentation and capital contribution - Tuition at EARJ is presented as a monthly fee (mensalidade) in reporting for 2025; the school also states that a Capital Fund contribution is required for all new students, without a fixed publicly published amount. This Capital Fund contribution supports campus facilities and capital projects and is required at enrollment. Billing schedule and payment terms - The amounts reported above are described as monthly tuition (mensalidade). No detailed public schedule showing exact invoice dates, installment plans, annual vs. monthly billing cycles, late‑payment penalties, or reimbursement timelines is published in the school's public admissions material. Families should note that some ancillary services (for example, cafeteria) are billed monthly based on consumption. Boarding / residential fees - No boarding or residential program applies at EARJ; the school operates as a day school with two campuses (Gávea and Barra). There are no boarding fees. Other required or optional costs - Capital Fund contribution: required for all new students; amount not publicly listed. - Physical Education uniform: mandatory for Grades 6–12 (school‑branded PE attire). Families must purchase the required PE uniform. - EAL (English as an Academic Language) fees: applicable to selective students placed into EAL after the start of Grade 2 through Grade 12. Amounts are charged where placement is required. - Cafeteria / food service: optional; Sodexo provides food service and charges are billed monthly based on consumption. - Transportation / school bus: optional; bus services are provided by third‑party vendors and billed separately by those transport providers. Families arrange and pay transportation providers directly. - After‑school activities and vacation camp: optional and billed separately when used. - IB exam fees: the International Baccalaureate program incurs per‑subject exam and registration fees charged to families as applicable (IB fees). - School supplies / personal devices: core academic materials are included in tuition except that personal devices required for Grades 6–12 are not included and must be provided by families. Additional costs for electives, field trips, special programs or individual instrument/music tuition may apply. Refund and withdrawal information - There is no detailed, publicly posted refund policy or a published schedule of refunds for withdrawal/early termination in the school's public admissions or FAQ pages. The school's admissions material directs families to the Admissions team for up‑to‑date tuition and fees details; explicit refund rules (timing, prorating, or non‑refundability of registration, capital contribution, or tuition installments) are not publicly listed. Fee payment options - The school uses an online application platform (OpenApply) for applications; the public admissions pages do not list a comprehensive set of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, boleto, credit card) for tuition, capital contributions, or other fees. No public statement listing accepted payment channels or merchant terms is available in the school's admissions pages. Summary of actionable points for parents (factual) - The monthly tuition amounts reported for 2025 are: Maternal BRL 7,440; Infantil through High School BRL 10,952 per month. - A Capital Fund contribution is required for new students; the amount is not published. - Mandatory items (PE uniform for Grades 6–12) and variable optional charges (cafeteria, transportation, IB exam fees, after‑school activities) apply in addition to tuition. What I checked and where detail was not publicly available - Tuition figures by year group (monthly) for 2025 are reported in published school‑fee listings used in media rankings and in the 2025 reporting of school fees. Exact published registration/matriculation amounts, the specific Capital Fund amount, an itemized public fee schedule with invoice dates, detailed payment methods, and a formal public refund policy were not available in the school's public admissions pages and FAQs. For those specific items no public numeric detail was listed.	Fee details Application / Registration (Guaranteed vacancy) fee - Guaranteed-vacancy (registration) fee: BRL 2,200.00, payable at the start of the payment plan to secure a place. Tuition fees by year group (annual and instalment breakdowns) - Bilingual Preschool (day school, full‑time): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 75,218.00. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 6,084.83. - Primary School (Year 1 to Year 5): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 58,045.77. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 4,653.81. - Primary School — Day School / Bilingual (Year 1 to Year 5): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 93,564.89. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 7,613.74. - Secondary School (Year 6 to Year 8): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 61,652.65. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 4,954.39. - Secondary School (Year 9): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 67,551.46. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 5,445.95. - College (Year 10 and Year 11): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 71,162.06. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 5,746.84. - College (Year 12): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 73,531.98. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 5,944.33. - College — International Baccalaureate (IB) (Year 10 to Year 12): Annual fee 2026 — BRL 94,344.95. Instalment option: Guaranteed-vacancy BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 7,678.75. Billing schedule and payment terms - Two payment formats are offered: a single annual payment (the published annual fee) or a monthly instalment plan. The standard instalment plan shown is: a guaranteed‑vacancy payment (BRL 2,200.00) followed by 12 equal monthly instalments for the balance. For students entering after the start of the school year, the annual fee is calculated pro rata by the number of remaining school days and instalments are adjusted accordingly. Boarding / Residence fees - Escola Nova by SIS operates as a day school (offers shifts or day‑school options). There are no published boarding or residential fees. Other costs and one‑off charges - School materials / required supplies: a school materials list is provided by the school; any costs for materials are separate and charged to families as indicated on the materials list. - Extended timetables / extracurricular or extra activity programmes: extended hours and extra activities are available for all levels and are contracted and billed separately from the published annual tuition. - Sibling discounts: applied to annual fees — 5% for the second child, 10% for the third child, and 15% for the fourth child (discounts apply to subsequent enrolled siblings). Refund / cancellation information (admissions‑related) - Failure to attend a scheduled matriculation/registration appointment constitutes withdrawal of the candidate's place and the vacancy will be offered to the next candidate on the waiting list. The school may deny or cancel matriculation for reasons that include failure to pay required installments, non‑presentation of required documentation, or failure to sign the contract. Fee payment options (terms, not payment method brands) - Payment options published are limited to: (A) single annual payment of the annual fee, or (B) instalment payment consisting of the guaranteed‑vacancy amount plus 12 monthly instalments. Specific payment method brands (for example: bank transfer, boleto, credit card) are not set out in the published tuition and admissions documents; families are directed to the school's commercial/finance office for the operational payment methods accepted and any billing paperwork. Notes for administrative use - All figures above are published as the school's stated annual fees and the corresponding standard instalment breakdown (guaranteed‑vacancy + 12 instalments). The school publishes material‑list and extended‑hours charges separately and applies sibling discounts as listed above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Day school with shifts (morning or afternoon) and bilingual option.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Physical Education uniforms are mandatory for Upper School (grades 6–12). The uniform requirement covers PE classes as part of the Upper School attire.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Cafeteria services are provided through a Sodexo partnership. Billing occurs monthly and is based on consumption.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership EARJ is a private nonprofit institution governed by a Board of Directors. The Board comprises 11 to 13 members, including two members appointed by the US Consulate, three parent-elected members, six members appointed by EARJ shareholders, and two members who may be appointed by the Board. The Board delegates day-to-day administration to the Head of School and maintains fiduciary responsibility for the school's continuity.	Governance and ownership SIS Swiss International School is a group of private day schools in Brazil, Germany and Switzerland offering bilingual education from kindergarten through to college. The SIS programme centers on bilingual instruction in the national language and English (or German or French at ESB Rio de Janeiro). Escola Nova by SIS is part of this group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details EARJ is an IB World Continuum School serving Preschool through Grade 12. EARJ offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). Graduates earn the American High School Diploma and the Brazilian Ensino Médio Diploma in addition to the IB Diploma when completing the full DP. The Diploma Programme features Groups 1–6 courses, with English and Portuguese in Group 1 and French and Spanish in Group 2, and core components Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). EARJ also provides a Brazilian Accredited Program and University Counseling as part of its academics.	Curriculum details Preschool offers a bilingual option (Portuguese and English) in shifts (morning or afternoon). Primary School offers a day school concept or shifts, with Year 1 taught as bilingual (English and Portuguese). Secondary School focuses on developing academic skills with critical, ethical, and reflective thinking. College provides the possibility to obtain both the IB Diploma and the Brazilian college degree, as well as preparation for ENEM.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 7.37	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma Programme results for Class of 2024 include 40 Diplomas awarded and an 88% diplomas pass rate. The class earned 35 bilingual Diplomas and achieved a range of college placements at universities in the United States and around the world.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression EARJ Class of 2024 earned acceptances to numerous universities in the United States and worldwide, including University of Chicago, Northwestern University, New York University (NYU), Purdue University, Tulane University, and multiple UC campuses, as well as institutions in Australia, Canada, Europe, and Brazil.	Higher education progression During college, students have the opportunity to obtain the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB Diploma), accepted by universities worldwide. They also receive preparation for the ENEM, a Brazilian national university entrance exam.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented EARJ identifies and supports high achieving students through a roadmap and programs as part of the school's strategic plan to support strengths-based development.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning EARJ provides social and emotional learning through a comprehensive Counseling Program across Lower, Middle, and High School. The Lower School Counseling Program supports personal growth, self-esteem, and positive interpersonal relationships, and helps students understand themselves and their world. The Middle School program offers bi-weekly guidance classes addressing anti-bullying and general well-being, and advisory programs that foster social-emotional development. The High School program focuses on social-emotional well-being and academic planning, with ongoing advisory, individual and group counseling, and workshops for students and parents.	Social & emotional learning Day School Community offers a structured and challenging programme with consistent bilingual instruction, fixed hours, lunch, supervised homework hours and additional supervised periods and activities. The environment is stable and nurturing, where students learn to share, develop assertiveness, and take pride in their achievements. The teaching philosophy is based on core values such as honesty, appreciation, personal responsibility and commitment. The school aims for students to develop their cultural, linguistic and social identities so they become independent, reflective learners and global citizens. The SIS network supports international mindedness and cross-border collaboration among schools.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support is available for students with a valid diagnosis of disability, with intensity based on need. An inclusive model provides classroom accommodations and assistive technology to access the general curriculum, and supports independence through self-advocacy. Early Intervention is available for Preschool and Kindergarten; Learning Support for Grades 1-5 and Grades 6-12 includes direct instruction in the Learning Lab; Gifted Planning offers individualized extension and mentorship.	Special educational needs (SEN) A psychopedagogue is part of the staff to support learning differences and neuropsychopedagogical approaches. A guidance counsellor coordinates support across preschool and primary, with ongoing involvement in secondary education. The secondary school includes a guidance counsellor as part of the management team. Fernanda is the educational counsellor for college students. The educators and staff regularly participate in internal and external professional development to support student needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language EAL services support students from diverse language backgrounds when English proficiency is not yet sufficient to access core content in English. EAL teachers use WIDA language development assessments and standards to provide differentiated small-group and in-class support, integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a content-rich curriculum.	English as an additional language Portuguese and English (or German or French at ESB Rio de Janeiro) play equal roles in school communication, in the classroom and in daily life. Language is learned through immersion, inviting children to dive headfirst into the new language. Faculty members are native speakers who use their mother tongue in the classroom, in the school yard, at lunch and during events to support bilingual learning. Non-native speakers can learn both Portuguese and the second language through immersion. The approach ensures bilingual education from early years through to college within the SIS network.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Counseling Program supports students' mental well-being and resilience, with guidance classes, individual and group counseling, and advisory activities. It emphasizes social-emotional development, early identification of personal difficulties, transitions between grade levels, and collaboration with families and teachers to support student well-being.	Mental wellbeing The school provides mental wellbeing support through a psychopedagogue and guidance counsellors. Luciana Arrabal is Preschool and Year 1 Coordinator and a guidance counsellor, supporting early learning and literacy. Patricia Boccanera is the Secondary School Guidance Counsellor, with a background in education and ongoing involvement in student guidance. Fernanda is a psychopedagogue and the educational counsellor for college students, contributing to wellbeing across secondary levels. Educators and staff regularly engage in professional development to maintain high standards of student support.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding EARJ has designated Child Protection safeguarding leads on each campus who monitor compliance with international safeguarding standards. All staff are trained to identify and respond to signs of abuse, and all adults are mandatory reporters. The school endorses the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and maintains policies to ensure a safe, secure environment for every student.	Safeguarding E-safety is integrated into the IT curriculum, with students learning about digital safety, programming and media from preschool onwards. Technology is used across subjects in a targeted way to promote safe and responsible learning. The SIS IT Curriculum provides a structured foundation for safe digital practice as students progress through the levels. The day school community is stable and nurturing, supporting safeguarding through consistent routines and active family engagement. Staff training for safeguarding and student protection is a regular part of professional development.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has two campuses in Rio de Janeiro: Gávea Campus and Barra Campus. The Gávea Campus sits on 61,080 m² of land and serves over 800 students, featuring interactive classrooms, libraries, a recently renovated Auditorium, MuseOn, and dedicated spaces for science and the arts, with expansive grounds that include athletic fields, playgrounds, and outdoor learning areas. The Barra Campus spans 17,600.64 m² of land and serves over 500 students, offering spacious classrooms with multimedia tools, high-tech libraries, dedicated science labs, and a MakerSpace, along with a gymnasium, a field, and outdoor courts across a five-level building. Both campuses adopt green practices across operations and sustainable construction as part of their ongoing development.	Facilities overview Escola Nova by SIS operates as a Day School Community offering shifts (morning or afternoon) or a day school concept. Preschool is bilingual in Portuguese and English, and Primary is bilingual for Year 1. The college pathway includes ENEM preparation and the option to obtain the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB Diploma).
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Gávea Campus has athletic fields as part of its expansive grounds. Barra Campus offers an indoor gymnasium, a field, and outdoor courts for physical development. Both campuses support physical education and athletics through these facilities, providing spaces for practice and competition and contributing to a broad athletics program.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Gávea Campus features interactive classrooms, libraries, a recently-renovated Auditorium, MuseOn, and dedicated spaces for science and the arts. Barra Campus provides spacious classrooms with multimedia tools, high‑tech libraries, dedicated science labs, and a MakerSpace. MuseOn is an exhibition and active learning space on the Gávea Campus that supports design-thinking and hands-on learning. Both campuses offer spaces to support inquiry-based and project-based learning.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities MakerSpace is available on the Barra Campus for hands-on projects. MuseOn is an exhibition and active learning space on the Gávea Campus. Arts spaces exist on both campuses to support creative expression. Clubs and after-school activities are part of the EARJ student experience.	Extra curricular facilities Our curriculum is supplemented with a variety of opportunities beyond classroom instruction that enrich learning experiences. This includes lunchtime, homework supervision, intercountry activities, signature school events, and after-school activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Founded in 1937, EARJ was established by forward-thinking individuals, corporations, and the American Chamber of Commerce to provide an academic program that matched the excellence of top schools in the United States. The EARJ story began in a small house in Ipanema; as enrollment grew, the school moved to Leblon in 1940 and expanded further in 1945. The Leblon campus expanded in 1961 as the student body grew. EARJ moved to its Gávea campus in 1971, built to accommodate all students, and opened the Barra campus in 2006, marking the beginning of a new chapter; the Barra campus opened in 2014 with modern facilities. Since 1982, EARJ has offered the International Baccalaureate® Diploma Programme, and in 2023 added the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) to become a Full IB World Continuum School serving preschool through Grade 12.	History Escola Nova by SIS is a Rio de Janeiro private day school within the SIS Swiss International School network. The SIS group operates private day schools in Brazil, Germany and Switzerland, offering bilingual education from kindergarten through college. The SIS program centers on bilingual instruction and peer learning in the local language and English, with ESB Rio de Janeiro offering German or French. Escola Nova by SIS provides bilingual pathways from preschool through college, including ENEM and national university entrance exam preparation, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The school is located in Rio de Janeiro, at Rua Major Rubens Vaz 392, in Gávea.
Community	Community EARJ is a dynamic, multicultural community where students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni from many nationalities and cultures come together with a global mindset. Rooted in respect, collaboration, and inclusion, the EARJ community fosters meaningful connections and a strong sense of belonging. Here every voice is valued, and the community extends its learning journey well beyond the classroom.	Community Escola Nova by SIS offers a vivid day-school community with opportunities beyond classroom instruction, including lunchtime, homework supervision, intercountry activities, signature school events, and after-school activities. The Principal emphasizes continuous development of cognitive, social and emotional skills and sees students as protagonists of their own learning. Preschool is bilingual in Portuguese and English, and Year 1 in Primary is bilingual English-Portuguese. The school serves the Rio de Janeiro community from its Gávea location.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association EARJ has a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) comprising all parents and guardians of EARJ students. The PTA operates at both Barra and Gávea campuses, with elected boards, and its roles include creating links between staff, parents and students; supporting new and existing families; supporting school and student events; providing social opportunities; communicating PTA activities; and conducting elections for EARJ Board of Directors. The Barra Campus PTA Board for 2024-2025 includes President Luma Hosken, Vice President Anna Faber, Treasurer Mariana Gantois, Secretary Bianca Viégas, and representatives for Lower, Middle, and Upper School; the Gávea Campus PTA Board for 2024-2025 includes President Maryesther Leon, Vice President Vanessa Floris, Treasurer Juliana Schmitt, Secretary Karina Huffard, and representatives for Lower and Upper School plus a communications liaison.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The language of instruction is English, and EARJ is an IB World Continuum School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It is an independent, non-profit English-language day school. EARJ awards the IB Diploma, the US Diploma (accredited by Cognia), and the Brazilian Diploma. IB Diploma Programme courses include English A Language and Literature HL/SL/HS, Portuguese A Language and Literature HL/SL/HS, French B HL/SL/HS, Spanish B HL/SL/HS, Spanish ab initio SL/HS, Portuguese HL/SL, Economics HL/SL/HS, Global Politics HL/SL/HS, History HL/SL/HS, Chemistry HL/SL/HS, Physics HL/SL/HS, Biology HL/SL/HS, Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL/SL/HS, Mathematics Applications and Interpretations SL/HS, Visual Arts HL/SL/HS, and Theory of Knowledge.	Academic & intellectual Escola Nova by SIS provides education from kindergarten through college. The school emphasizes cognitive, social, and emotional development and supports continuous improvement of skills. During college, students prepare for ENEM and national university entrance exams, and may obtain the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB Diploma), accepted by universities worldwide.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative EARJ offers After School Activities (ASA) in categories including Sports, Art & Performance, STEM & Creativity, and Enrichment. Activities run one hour after school and are taught by EARJ faculty and external specialists. The ASA catalog includes guitar, band, drama, jazz, ballet, art, crafts, cooking, and robotics among other options. EARJ also hosts a broad Clubs program with offerings such as robotics, finance, mathematics, reading, movies, digital arts, and honor societies.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The language of instruction is English. EARJ is an IB World Continuum School with the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. EARJ hosts RioMUN, a Model United Nations conference. DP language offerings include English A Language and Literature, Portuguese A Language and Literature, French B, Spanish B, Spanish ab initio, and Portuguese (HL/SL).	Cultural & language Preschool offers a bilingual option in Portuguese and English, with the choice to study in shifts (morning or afternoon). Primary School Year 1 day school is bilingual in English and Portuguese. The SIS Educational Concept includes a Bilingual Experience as a core element of learning.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies EARJ offers more than 20 Upper School clubs and activities. Clubs include service clubs, honor societies, and interest clubs. After-school activities include social and creative options as part of the ASA program, with meetings during study hall, lunch, or after school. RioMUN is among the academic clubs and competitions available to students.	Social & hobbies The curriculum is supplemented with lunchtime, homework supervision, intercountry activities, and signature school events. There are exciting after-school activities. These opportunities extend learning beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service As part of graduation, all students participate in service-learning clubs and opportunities designed to make a difference in the community. EARJ promotes intercultural understanding and civic engagement through its IB programmes and co-curricular activities. The school is governed by a Board of Directors and supported by a School Leadership Team.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional High School students may assume leadership roles (board positions) within clubs. EARJ has a School Leadership Team and a Board of Directors that guide the school's direction. Participation in activities like RioMUN and other academic teams develops leadership, teamwork, and professional skills.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing EARJ operates athletic programs with multiple teams (basketball, cheerleading, futsal, running, soccer, softball, volleyball) and student athletes compete in city, state, and national leagues. Physical education is a graduation credit, and the After School Activities program includes racket sports and other physical development activities to support wellbeing. The ASA program also provides life-long learning experiences in sports, arts, and wellness.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and Portuguese are the core languages taught. English is the primary language of instruction, with Portuguese taught as a Language Arts subject and as an additional language in Language Acquisition. French and Spanish are offered in Language Acquisition across grade levels. These language offerings are reflected in Language Arts (English and Portuguese) and Language Acquisition (French, Portuguese, Spanish) across the lower, middle, and high school years.	Language provision Portuguese and English are the languages taught. The school operates a bilingual day school model from preschool to college, with Portuguese and English used in instruction. Preschool instruction is bilingual (Portuguese and English), and in Year 1 of Primary School the program is bilingual (English and Portuguese).
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the primary language of instruction. Portuguese is taught as an additional language across grades, with English-language Arts and Portuguese-language Arts incorporated into the curriculum.	Bilingual teaching Escola Nova by SIS provides bilingual education from kindergarten through college. Preschool is bilingual in Portuguese and English. In Year 1 of Primary School, the day school is bilingual in English and Portuguese.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Preschool is taught in English, offering a natural English-language immersion experience. EARJ provides specialized programming to support students who need additional English language acquisition.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit Your Application. The EARJ online application is submitted through OpenApply. Digital copies of required documents include the child's birth certificate, a JPEG headshot photo, and the vaccination record (including the cover page). After submission, the Admissions Office provides the next steps and required academic information. Proceed to Step 2. 2. Upload Academic Documents & Information. Upload the last 3 end-of-year report cards (if applicable) and provide contact information (email) for your child's current teacher, coordinator, or school principal depending on the grade level. Our team will guide you, and an email will be sent to the contact person to complete the EARJ Online Confidential Recommendation Form. 3. Scheduling Your Meeting. Once all documents are received, the Admissions Office will reach out to book a meeting (online or on campus). During this meeting, any necessary assessments and a campus tour will be planned for you and your child. Assessments typically include MAP for mathematics and reading and WIDA for English language proficiency; Preschool applicants may also have an observation to support placement. The meeting is an opportunity to discuss your child's goals and ask questions. 4. Admissions Committee Review. After the documents and assessments are complete, the applicant's file is reviewed by the EARJ Admissions Committee. A final decision is communicated and next steps provided. Only full applications will be considered by the Admissions Committee.	Admissions Step 1 — Submission of the Admission Form. The candidate family fills out an application form that is available in the Admissions section. After submission, the secretariat will contact the family to schedule the next steps. Step 2 — Info Session. The first meeting with the Director takes place during the Info Session, where the educational concept and pedagogical approach are presented. The Coordination then details the specifics of each segment. Step 3 — Assessment, Experience and Documentation. For Early Childhood and the 1st year of Elementary School, there is an on-site activity session (vivência) conducted by the school's team. For the 2nd year of Elementary through the 2nd year of High School, there is a presencial assessment, following the school's guidelines, with a mandatory interview for candidates from the 4th year of Elementary onwards; the interview is not eliminatory but required. Documents to present on the day of assessment or vivência include a birth certificate copy and the school report or transcript from the origin school. Step 4 — Vacancy Reservation and Enrollment. After all steps, the admissions team contacts the family to confirm a vacancy or place the candidate on the waiting list. Enrollment is allocated according to the priority order set in the admission notice, with enrollment calls starting on October 3, 2025; failure to attend results in withdrawal and the vacancy being offered to the next candidate on the waiting list; waiting-list candidates may be called to enroll starting November 3, 2025. Age eligibility and other enrollment details follow the policy below: entry into preschool and 1st grade requires the student to meet the age by March 31 of the year; Preschool: 3 years, Pre I: 4 years, Pre II: 5 years, 1st grade: 6 years. For other grades, a declaration of schooling and the transcript are required; for students from abroad, equivalent documents with sworn translation are required. The school also states priority for applicants who are children of teachers and staff, siblings of currently enrolled students, and those who complete the admissions process in order of date. Calendar notes include visa dates such as vacancy reservations (June 26–July 3, 2025) and rematriculation (October 20–24, 2025); first waiting-list calls occur from November 3, 2025, with additional details and tuition schedules published annually. For new entrants after the start of the school year, tuition is calculated pro rata and may be paid in installments over the remaining months.
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Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting Pool: An applicant who has been accepted for admission can be placed in the waiting pool if no seat is currently available due to high demand. If a seat becomes available, the applicant will be notified promptly. The student remains in the waiting pool until a seat becomes available or the family requests removal. The waiting pool is maintained for the current school year (July to June) only. Applicants interested in enrollment for the following school year must update documentation and reapply.	Waitlist Candidates on the waiting list may be called to enroll after the initial admission rounds; the first waiting-list calls begin on November 3, 2025.
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