PaRK International School - Alfragide vs Redbridge International School - Campo de Ourique Campus

	P PaRK International School - Alfragide Lisbon, Portugal	R Redbridge International School - Campo de Ourique Campus Lisbon, Portugal
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €9,380 - 20,850	Fees / year €8,600 - 17,900
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), Reggio Emilia Approach	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 550
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Portuguese	Instruction language French, English, Portuguese
Opened	Opened 2003	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Lisbon, Portugal. PaRK International School operates on three campuses in the Lisbon area: Alfragide, Praça de Espanha, and Restelo. The Alfragide campus is at Estrada de Alfragide, 94, Amadora; Praça de Espanha is at Av. Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, 52, Lisboa; Restelo is at Av. das Descobertas, 21, Lisboa.	Location Lisbon, Portugal. Two campuses: Campo de Ourique Campus at Rua Francisco Metrass, Nº 97, 1350-164 Lisboa; Tapada da Ajuda Campus at Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisboa.
Stages	Stages Early Learning School (Ages 1 to 5); Junior School (Grades 1 to 5); Lower Senior School (Grades 6 to 8); Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9 to 10); IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 to 12); A Levels (Grades 11 to 12).	Stages Early Years (3-5 years); CP to CM2 (French International Programme); 6ème to Terminale (French International Programme); 1º Ciclo and 2º Ciclo (Portuguese International Programme); Lower and Upper Secondary (Cambridge International Programme); IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme).
School type	School type Private international school	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented: 36.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Portugal	Country affiliation Portugal
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Door-to-door bus service runs daily in mornings and evenings, with extensive routes including Restelo, Praça de Espanha, Alfragide, and other areas in Lisbon and surrounding districts (Oeiras, Algés, Campo de Ourique, Campolide, Alameda, Saldanha, Marquês de Pombal, Amoreiras, Chiado, Santos, Alcântara, Ajuda, Belém).	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & registration fees - Registration fee (first-time applicants, per student): €90 for all year groups. - Enrolment (one-time, new students): amounts vary by stream and year group: - Bilingual stream (1–5 year olds): €935. - Bilingual stream (Grades 1–4): €1,325. - English stream (Grades 1–5): €1,325. - Grade 6 (English stream): €1,880. - Grades 7–8 (English stream): €4,075. - IGCSE (Grades 9–10): €5,200. - IB / A Level (Grades 11–12): €5,250. - Re-enrolment fee (current students, non-refundable, charged in April): amounts vary by year group (examples: Bilingual 1–5: €590; Bilingual Grades 1–4: €700; Grade 6: €890; IGCSE: €950; IB/A Level: €1,080). Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2025/26) - Bilingual stream - 1–5 year olds: Annual €9,380; Termly (x3) €3,126.67; Monthly (x10) €938. (Includes annual student insurance and food service). - Grades 1–4: Annual €12,125; Termly €4,041.67; Monthly €1,212.50. (Includes insurance and food service until Grade 5). - English stream (Senior pathway and full English tuition levels) - Grades 1–5: Annual €13,500; Termly €4,500; Monthly €1,350. - Grades 6–8: Annual €13,700; Termly €4,566.67; Monthly €1,370. - IGCSE (Grades 9–10): Annual €17,150; Termly €5,716.67; Monthly €1,715. (Exams not included). - IB / A Level (Grades 11–12): Annual €20,850; Termly €6,950; Monthly €2,085. (Exams not included). Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency options: annual (September), termly (payments due in September, December and April) or monthly (payments spread over September–June). - Invoicing timing: school tuition invoices are issued by the 5th business day of the month in which they fall due; other charges are invoiced separately (within 10 business days of the following month). Parents/guardians should review invoices and raise queries within 48 hours. - Payment methods accepted: ATM reference (as shown on the invoice), direct debit, education tickets and bank transfer. Direct debit is normally collected mid-month (debited by the 12th each month for 2025/26 statements). If a direct debit fails, payment will be requested by ATM reference or bank transfer. - Overdue invoices: for the 2025/26 schedules, overdue invoices will incur an interest charge of 5% over the total amount due. - Sibling discount: families with three or more children enrolled receive a 10% discount on the annual tuition applicable to the third-youngest child onwards. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at PaRK International School campuses; there are no boarding fees in the school fee schedules. (PaRK IS references access to boarding at other Inspired schools but does not list boarding charges for its Lisbon campuses.) Mandatory charges and other regular fees - Global study / digital platform and related charges (invoiced annually in October): - Grades 4–5: Global Study Platform + Inspired AI + MDM — €75. - Grades 6–10: Global Study Platform + Inspired AI + Inspired Metaverse — €100. - Grades 11–12: Global Study Platform + Inspired AI + Inspired Metaverse + sweatshirt — €145. - Examination and assessment charges (invoiced annually as indicated): - IGCSE exams (Grade 10): €160. - AS level exams (Grade 11): €200. - A level exams (Grade 12): €300. - IB exam fees (Grade 12): €900. - Vocational programme (Grade 10, one-time when incurred): €50. - Other charges (examples and typical invoicing): - Extracurricular activities: termly commitment; fees vary by activity (see activity catalogue). - Transport: varies by route; invoiced termly (Nov, Jan, Apr); specific route prices vary. - School trips (internal/ external): termly invoicing; example internal trip fee shown as €24. - Student replacement card: €7 (when incurred). - Translation of documents: €0.10/word (when incurred). - Food service (Grades 6–12): €145 monthly (when incurred); for younger years food service is included in tuition and discounted in December/April as noted. - Supervision period (6:00 pm–6:30 pm): €70 monthly (when incurred) for 1-year-olds to Grade 5; late-collection penalties also apply. - English Second Language tuition (examples): Grades 1–5: €540 (5h/week); Grade 6 (6.5h/week): €660 (termly invoiced); Grades 7–8 (9h/week): €840 (termly invoiced). - Wellbeing individual support (Grades 6–12): €45/hour (monthly when incurred). - iPad acquisition for Grades 4–5 (Apple iPad Air 11" Wi‑Fi 128GB with keyboard, pencil and 1 year insurance): shown as €1,131 or an alternative entry figure €377 (invoice options listed); iPad rental (Grades 4–5): €105 (termly). Refund information and non-refundable charges - Enrolment fees for new students are non-refundable. Re-enrolment fees for current students are non-refundable and are charged in April. Registration and re-enrolment notes in the fee schedule indicate these items are non-refundable as specified. - Extracurricular activities require a full-term commitment; if a student withdraws or discontinues participation during the term, the full term fee remains chargeable (exceptions apply only if the activity is cancelled or minimum numbers are not met). Fee payment options and administrative notes - Accepted payment methods: ATM reference (on invoice), direct debit, education tickets, bank transfer. Direct debit is the standard monthly collection method; failed direct debits will be re-requested by ATM reference or bank transfer. - Invoicing and review: invoices are issued in advance according to the chosen billing frequency; parents/guardians must review invoices and notify the finance office within 48 hours if corrections are required. - Overdue handling and administrative charges: for 2025/26 schedules, overdue invoices attract a 5% interest charge; other administrative fees (for example, contract-change requests) are set out in the fee schedules.	Fee details Tuition fees (School Year 2026/2027) - Early Years (Petite, Moyenne, Grande Sections): EUR 890 per month; EUR 2,967 per term; EUR 8,900 per year. - French/English Pathway – Primary (CP to CM2): EUR 1,082 per month; EUR 3,607 per term; EUR 10,820 per year. - French/English Pathway – Lower Secondary (6ème to 3ème / Years 8–10): EUR 1,236 per month; EUR 4,120 per term; EUR 12,360 per year. - French/English Pathway – Upper Secondary (2nde, 1ère, Terminale / Years 11–13): EUR 1,339 per month; EUR 4,463 per term; EUR 13,390 per year. - Portuguese/English Pathway – 1.º Ciclo (1.º to 4.º ano): EUR 1,082 per month; EUR 3,607 per term; EUR 10,820 per year. - Portuguese/English Pathway – 2.º Ciclo (5.º and 6.º ano): EUR 1,082 per month; EUR 3,607 per term; EUR 10,820 per year. - Cambridge Secondary – Lower Cambridge (Year 8, Year 9): EUR 1,590 per month; EUR 5,300 per term; EUR 15,900 per year. - Cambridge Secondary – Upper Cambridge (Year 10, Year 11): EUR 1,800 per month; EUR 6,000 per term; EUR 18,000 per year. - IBDP (Year 12): EUR 1,800 per month; EUR 6,000 per term; EUR 18,000 per year. Application and enrolment fees - Application fee (paid at application): EUR 200. This fee is mandatory and non-refundable. - Enrolment fee (one-time payment on acceptance): EUR 4,000 for a new student; enrolment fee for second or subsequent child: EUR 1,750. The enrolment fee is mandatory and non-refundable. For new secondary students, a percentage of the enrolment fee is deducted from the first invoice (25% deducted from the first invoice for 6ème to 3ème/Years 8–10; 50% deducted for 2nde/Year 11 onwards). Administration & resource fee - Early Years, Primary years and 2.º Ciclo: EUR 625 per year (mandatory, non-refundable). - Secondary (6ème to Terminale; Year 8 to Year 12): EUR 750 per year (mandatory, non-refundable). School meals and related charges - Early Years: EUR 140 x 10 months (EUR 1,400 per year). Not refundable in case of absence. - Year 1 to Year 4 (CP / 1º ano to CM1 / 4º ano): EUR 150 x 10 months (EUR 1,500 per year). Not refundable in case of absence. - Year 5 and above (CM2 / 5º ano and above): EUR 160 x 10 months (EUR 1,600 per year). Not refundable in case of absence. Other annual fees and charges - Parent association membership (optional): EUR 10 per year (non-refundable). - Annual insurance fee: EUR 30. - Examination fees for external IGCSE/other external exams are not included in tuition and are charged separately. Sibling discounts and special discounts - Enrolment fee for the second child and other subsequent children: 25% discount on enrolment fee (resulting enrolment fee noted above as EUR 1,750 for second/subsequent child). Tuition fee discounts for concurrently enrolled siblings: second child tuition - 5% discount; third child tuition - 15% discount; fourth and subsequent children - 25% discount. Founder-family discounts on Early Years and Primary tuition for qualifying founding years are also recorded. Discounts apply to tuition only and do not apply to additional mandatory fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual payment option: the invoice for annual payment is issued mid-June 2026 for the full amount. A 2% refund (discount) on the yearly tuition is applied if the annual payment is received before 15 July 2026. - Instalment options historically offered and used for invoicing (examples of established practice): monthly payment by direct debit (10 monthly instalments), termly payment (three termly instalments) or annual payment in full. Termly invoices are normally due within 30 days of issue; monthly instalments are collected by direct debit or e-ticket arrangements. All amounts must be received net of bank charges. Specific due dates and allowed instalment plans are set on each year's invoice. - Consequences for late payment historically include interest charges on overdue sums and possible suspension of enrolment; payment deadlines and penalties are stated on invoices and in the school's admissions/terms documents. Refunds and non-refundable items - Application fee: non-refundable. - Enrolment fee: non-refundable in all cases. - Administration & Resource fee: mandatory and non-refundable; payment of this fee is required to secure re-enrolment. - School meals: not refundable in case of absence. - Annual tuition: no general refund for absences; refund rules (if any) and effective dates for withdrawal are specified in the school's terms and are applied per the admissions/terms documents. Early-payment 2% reduction is treated as a discount rather than a refund. Fee payment options (methods commonly used for application, enrolment and tuition invoices) - Bank transfer is the principal method for application and enrolment fee payments and for many termly/annual payments. All payments should be received net of bank charges. - Monthly payments are commonly processed by direct debit or via e-ticket systems (examples: Edenred / Cheque Infancia) for families using monthly instalments. Termly payments can be made by bank transfer, direct debit or e-ticket; annual payments are typically made by bank transfer and/or ticket systems. Historical practice also accepts cheque in some cases. Exact available payment channels for a given year and invoice are stated on that year's invoices and admissions documentation. Notes on mandatory items and inclusions - Administration & Resource fee covers the school's annual manuals, books and resources; parents are responsible for replacement charges for lost or damaged materials beyond normal wear. - Examination fees for external assessments (e.g., IGCSE) are additional to the tuition figures shown above. (Information validated January 2026 for the 2026/2027 tuition schedule and related fees.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school has guaranteed entry to Inspired Boarding Schools. Inspired boarding provides 24-hour pastoral support and exclusive access to state-of-the-art facilities for sports and academics after school, within a welcoming home-from-home environment.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform is mandatory for all students from the 1-Year-Old groups to Grade 10. IB Diploma and A Levels students (Grades 11-12) follow a smart casual dress code for daily wear and use the PaRK IS formal uniform for specific school events. For Physical Education, all students wear the Sports Uniform.	Uniform requirement The uniform is mandatory for all students from Early Years through Seconde / Year 11. The Standard Uniform consists of a Redbridge short- or long-sleeved T-shirt or polo shirt, a Redbridge sweatshirt or hoodie, and Redbridge shorts or tracksuit bottoms (Early Years). On PE days, Redbridge-branded sportswear must be worn; from CM2 upwards, PE kit includes a Redbridge T-shirt, leggings or shorts, and a jumper with the Redbridge logo; for 1ère/Terminale (Year 12 & 13), students are not required to wear the school uniform but must dress in appropriate, professional attire.
Food options	Food options Healthy and nutritionally-balanced meals are provided by our catering partner Go Natural. Menus are updated monthly; vegetarian options and a salad bar are available; meals are prepared by a chef and approved by a nutritionist, with accommodations for allergies.	Food options Freshly prepared meals are provided through an on-site kitchen in collaboration with Thomas Franks, using locally sourced ingredients. Meals include a three-course lunch and healthy snacks; the dining hall is designed as an extension of the learning environment and promotes sustainability.
House system	House system The PaRK IS House System has four Houses: Hillary & Tabei, Cousteau & Andresen, Vasco da Gama & Mother Teresa, and Armstrong & Johnson. From Grade 1 onward, students are allocated to a House and participate in cross-age activities and competitions.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership PaRK International School is an Inspired School, part of Inspired Education Group, a leading global network of premium schools. This affiliation provides access to international best practices and collaboration with other Inspired schools worldwide, including global exchange programmes.	Governance and ownership The school is a private school in Portugal. Accreditations include AEFE for Early Years and the French International Pathway; Cambridge International Education accreditation for the Cambridge programme; membership of AEEP (Associação de Estabelecimentos de Ensino Particular e Cooperativo); and accreditation by DGEstE (Direção-Geral dos Estabelecimentos Escolares) for the Portuguese/English section.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details PaRK International School provides a bilingual education from Early Learning through Grade 4, followed by the Cambridge International Pathway from Grade 5, including the IGCSE, A Levels, and the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum integrates technology and 21st-century skills across the subjects. Academic stages include Early Learning (Ages 1-5), Junior School (Grades 1-5), Lower Senior School (Grades 6-8), Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9-10) and the IB Diploma Programme or A Levels (Grades 11-12). The school operates on three campuses in Lisbon: Alfragide, Praça de Espanha, and Restelo. In 2025, IBDP results were strong with an average score of 35, 29% of students scoring 38 points or more, and a top score of 45.	Curriculum details The school uses a plurilingual approach from Early Years with instruction in French, Portuguese and English. Primary Years offer two international pathways: French International Programme (French national curriculum) for CP to CM2, and Portuguese International Programme (Portuguese national curriculum) for 1.º to 6.º ano. Secondary School offers two pathways: French International Programme from 6ème to Terminale, delivered in a bilingual French/English setting and leading to Baccalauréat Français International; and the Cambridge International Programme from Year 8 to Year 11, leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Year 12 and 13. Cambridge is used for English language learning throughout the journey. The Campo de Ourique campus serves Early and Primary years, while the Tapada da Ajuda campus serves Secondary education.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Ideal-sized learner classes with a student/teacher ratio of 1:6.
Exam results	Exam results IBDP exam results 2025 show an average score of 35, with 29% of students scoring 38 points or more, and a top score of 45.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression PaRK IS provides individualised university and careers counselling from Grade 10. One in three Inspired students secures a place in Russell Group or Ivy League universities. About 90% of Inspired students are accepted to their first-choice university. The school offers an SAT pathway with an official SAT centre on campus and partner SAT prep providers, Arete Education and The Classroom Door, for additional admissions support.	Higher education progression French International Programme leads to Baccalauréat Français International. Cambridge International Programme leads to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 12–13.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Nsouli Scholars is an Inspired initiative enabling up to 50 students at any one time to attend Inspired schools on full scholarships. The programme supports access to academics, arts and sports, and PaRK IS participates in this global programme. In 2022, Inspired's IB Diploma Average Point Score was 35 (world average 31.98), with 27% of A Level grades being A*, illustrating the level of exceptional performance within Inspired schools.	Gifted and talented A differentiated enrichment programme includes Forest School, European exchanges, extracurricular activities, sports competitions, sustainable development initiatives and citizenship awareness.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Well-Being Department creates a respectful, safe and happy environment across PaRK IS's three campuses. The school supports students' social and emotional development, focusing on self-knowledge, self-regulation, social relationships and decision-making. The Social Skills Programme runs bi-weekly for Grades 1 to Senior School. The Fellowship Programme engages students in Grades 5 to 12 in community service. A dedicated psychology team supports Learning Diversity Students, and safeguarding, mindfulness and inclusion initiatives are part of the wellbeing framework. External speakers are invited throughout the year to enrich students' experiences.	Social & emotional learning Personal, social and emotional development is a core focus, with well-being, resilience, collaboration and healthy lifestyles emphasised as part of the learning journey. The school embraces a balanced approach to learning and develops attitudes and transversal skills for lifelong learning. The environment is plurilingual and pluricultural, with inclusion ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) PaRK IS has a specialised psychology department and dedicated teams for Learning Diversity Students. The resources support inclusive practices and targeted support for diverse learning needs. Support is embedded within the Well-Being framework across the three campuses.	Special educational needs (SEN) Redbridge International School is inclusive and supports learners from diverse backgrounds. Inclusion ensures every child feels valued and supported. The Admissions Policy notes that, when needed, additional educational support may be provided, including added language support (ALS), learning support (LS), or specific SEN. Language support may be delivered in pull-out or push-in formats, and such services may incur additional charges.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides bilingual education from Early Learning through Grade 4. From Grade 5, PaRK IS follows the Cambridge International Pathway, including IGCSE, A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme. The education is multilingual, helping students become proficient in more than one language.	English as an additional language Language support is provided for English, French, and Portuguese to learners who face challenges accessing the curriculum due to language barriers.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a core focus of the Well-Being Department across three campuses. The department provides a psychology team, mindfulness and social-skills initiatives, and safeguarding. External speakers contribute to wellbeing and resilience education throughout the year. The wellbeing programme supports students' confidence and resilience alongside their academic journey.	Mental wellbeing A strong emphasis is placed on personal, social and emotional development as well as physical education, recognising the importance of well-being, resilience, collaboration and healthy lifestyles in the overall growth of students.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is integrated into the Well-Being framework and managed across PaRK IS campuses. The Well-Being Department coordinates safeguarding alongside mindfulness, fellowship and social-skills initiatives to foster a safe school culture.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview PaRK IS operates across three Lisbon campuses: Alfragide (ages 1 to 18), Praça de Espanha (ages 1 to 10), and Restelo (ages 1 to 10). Alfragide is the largest campus and features brand-new modern buildings on an extensive site. The Alfragide campus has technology-enabled classrooms with cutting-edge technology and sound-blocking features. The campus includes an auditorium, music studios and an arts hub, and has labs and a MakerSpace Room. The Alfragide campus offers multi-sport facilities including a pavilion, gymnasium, football field, exterior basketball court and multi-use rooftop spaces. The Extracurricular Activities at Alfragide include visual arts, dance, martial arts, team and individual sports, personal development activities, and PaRK Music Academy with six studios and two rehearsal rooms, with some activities run off-campus through partners.	Facilities overview Redbridge International School Lisbon operates across two campuses, Campo de Ourique and Tapada da Ajuda. Both campuses were awarded the Green Flag distinctions in 2025. Campo de Ourique features an Early Years pavilion, a Main Building with the library, science laboratories, an art studio, a music room, a dojo, and a versatile sports hall. Tapada da Ajuda Campus opened in 2024, spans three hectares with four buildings and extensive outdoor spaces, and offers state-of-the-art facilities to support secondary education and the Cambridge pathway. The campuses emphasize sustainability through timber construction and energy-efficient design.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Alfragide campus offers multi-sport facilities including a pavilion, gymnasium, football field, exterior basketball court and multi-use rooftop spaces.	Sports facilities Campo de Ourique includes a versatile sports hall for a range of physical activities. Tapada da Ajuda Campus provides extensive outdoor spaces and multiple buildings with sports facilities to support a well-rounded education. Afterschool clubs include basketball sessions in the Campo de Ourique gym hall, and partnerships offer additional sports such as surfing and tennis. Surfing is provided through Tiago Pires Surf School, and Tennis coaching is offered by Fred Gil Academy.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Technology-enabled classrooms are fully equipped with cutting-edge technology and sound-blocking features. Auditorium, Music Studios and Arts Hub are on site. Labs and MakerSpace Room are available for science and technology work.	Academic facilities The Campo de Ourique Main Building houses Primary Years and 2º Ciclo students and includes the school library, science laboratories, an art studio, a music room, a dojo, and a versatile sports hall. The Early Years Pavilion is a dedicated space with five classrooms opening to a garden and a rooftop play area. Tapada da Ajuda Campus, opened in 2024, comprises four buildings and outdoor spaces, and features an eco-renovation with energy-efficient design; it supports a pre-university STEEM programme developed in partnership with ISA. The two campuses collectively provide facilities across the Cambridge and French International pathways as part of the school's academic pathways.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities include visual arts, dance, martial arts, team and individual sports and personal development activities. The PaRK Music Academy provides six fully equipped studios and two rehearsal rooms. Some activities take place off-campus with partners.	Extra curricular facilities Redbridge runs a dynamic enrichment programme for Early Years to Secondary, with a wide range of afterschool clubs. Examples include Crafty Hands, Gardening, Art & Me, Art & Emotions, Story Telling, Ballet, Music & Rhythm, Ceramics, Mini Gym, Cooking Club, Taekwondo, Futsal, Capoeira, Library Club, Chess, Surf, The Inventors, Movie Makers, Hip Hop, Visual Arts, Tennis and Basketball. Surfing is offered through Tiago Pires Surf School; Tennis coaching is delivered by Fred Gil Academy. The Afterschool programme also features Wall Climbing at Escala25, Music Composition, Illustration & Comics, Crochet & Tricot, and a Food Workshop for Secondary students, among others.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Open since 2003, PaRK IS began with O Parque Taguspark; a second sponsored school in Lisbon opened about a year later. The first non-sponsored school, O Parque Belém, opened in 2006, followed by the Restelo Primary School in 2008 and a Cascais campus in 2010. In 2016, O Parque Bilingual Schools became PaRK International School, opening Grade 7 in Lisbon; Praça de Espanha campus opened in 2017. PaRK IS joined Inspired in 2018; a new Alfragide campus opened in 2019, and IB Diploma Programme certification was awarded in 2020; the first IB Diploma cohort graduated in 2022, with Cascais closing that year to make way for King's College School, an Inspired school.	History Redbridge International School was founded by four co-founders: Hélène Dubourdieu, Dina Lamb, Elizabeth Mathieu and Swan Sallmard. The founders began working together in the early stages of creating Redbridge to implement a multilingual, multicultural, inclusive and student-centred educational model. They emphasise respecting each child's pace and rhythm of development as part of their approach. With the commitment, care and passion of staff, the engagement and enthusiasm of students and the outstanding support of families, Redbridge has grown into the warm and fulfilling place they dreamt of where everyone grows, learns and thrives.
Community	Community The PaRK IS community operates across three Lisbon-area campuses: Alfragide, Praça de Espanha and Restelo. The Well-Being Department creates a respectful, safe and happy environment across all campuses, supporting physical, emotional and mental health, with a Social Skills Programme, the Fellowship Programme, a specialised psychology team, and mindfulness initiatives; external speakers are invited during the year. The Buddy System welcomes new students and the four Houses structure fosters belonging and character development through cross-age activities, with values such as fair play, teamwork, citizenship, responsibility, and resilience. As an Inspired School, PaRK IS benefits from international practices and collaboration, including global exchange opportunities within Inspired."	Community Redbridge's community is enriched by multilingual and multicultural learning experiences and by school-wide activities documented through Our stories, including sustainability initiatives, cultural exchanges and student projects. Notable posts include Sustainability at School: Teaching Kids to Care for Our Planet (October 13, 2025); Redbridge International School's Student Film Wins International Acclaim! (November 25, 2024); and A Journey of Discovery: Redbridge's Erasmus + Trip to Spain (February 2024), along with Sports Week and other classroom updates that showcase student engagement.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association Class Representatives are parent volunteers who serve a one-year term as a link between parents, teachers and the Parents Association, help share information, organise school and class events, and foster collaboration and community spirit within the class. The Parents Association (PA) is formally recognized in Portugal and brings together parents, students and school leaders to strengthen relationships and enrich the educational experience. The PA's objective is to cultivate positive dialogue between parents and the school and ensure that parental voices are heard in shaping the educational environment. Parents, students and school leaders collaborate within the PA framework to support the school community. You may contact the Parents Association by email at [email protected].
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual PaRK IS offers co-curricular clubs including The Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Model United Nations, Business Club, Drama Club, Visual Arts Club, Yearbook & Journalism Club, Chess Club, Performance and Band Club, and Choir Club. From Grade 5 onwards, students can take part in MyTime activities, choosing options to develop creativity and curiosity. The Personal Development & Technology strand includes Aloha (maths and mental arithmetic), Book Club, Creative Writing, The Inventors - STEM activities, Minecraft for Education, Coding, Why Lab (Science), Sewing Atelier, Photography and Study Room. Activities occur at lunchtime, after school, and sometimes evenings or weekends, varying by campus.	Academic & intellectual Robotics is offered as part of enrichment through collaborations with industry professionals, including STAT and Pedro Serrenho. The Inventors is a STEAM club that develops curiosity, creativity and problem-solving through hands-on projects. Chess is available as an after-school activity to develop patience, memory, concentration, problem-solving and logical thinking. The enrichment programme also includes music and drama.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Performing Arts extracurricular activities include Dance classes (Creative Dance, Ballet, Hip Hop), Drama and Musical Theatre. The PaRK Music Academy offers study in instruments and voice, including singing, choir and music production, with ABRSM certification available. Visual Arts are supported by Porta Amarela workshops across all campuses, promoting creativity through arts and crafts, music and performance. The school hosts music events and performances throughout the year to showcase student talents.	Arts & creative Ballet introduces fundamental techniques and includes an end-of-year performance. Music & Rhythm uses Orff instruments for EY students to explore sounds and rhythms. Ceramics and Visual Arts teach drawing, painting and sculpting with instructors from Pedro Serrenho Escola de Belas Artes. Movie Makers engages PY students in film acting, storytelling and final editing.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Model United Nations is among the co-curricular clubs. PaRK Choir is open to students from Grade 1 and up, with weekly rehearsals after school and performances at campus and community events. The school emphasises multilingual learning in a bilingual environment, with Portuguese and English used for communication. These activities contribute to international engagement and cultural awareness across PaRK IS.	Cultural & language Story Telling for EY brings language alive through immersive storytelling. Library Club for PY provides reading and board games in the School Library, promoting social interaction and communication. Capoeira introduces Afro-Brazilian cultural art and dance, fostering cultural awareness and creative expression.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies MyTime is available from Grade 5, once a week, offering a range of activities including sport, art, music, drama or technology. The Chess Club, Book Club and Creative Writing provide social and recreational engagement, alongside Dance classes and PaRK Music Academy. Choir activities connect students across campuses, with performances at campus and community events. These activities occur during lunchtime, after school or occasionally evenings and weekends.	Social & hobbies Crafty Hands engages EY students in hands-on activities to enhance creativity and fine motor skills. Gardening introduces nature and sustainability with instructors from Plantae. Movie Makers for PY helps groups develop acting and film production skills.
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Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing PaRK IS offers a wide range of sports and martial arts across three campuses, including Capoeira, Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Taekwondo, plus team sports like Basketball, Football, Volleyball and Rugby, and individual sports such as Fencing, Indoor Climbing, Parkour, Tennis, Swimming, Padel, Skateboarding, Roller-skating, Surfing, Fitbox, Fitness Club, Gymnastics and Yoga. Football and Gymnastics are offered by Sporting Club Portugal with a tailor-made PaRK Academy. Swimming lessons take place at partner facilities Joaquim Chaves Fitness and Holmes Place. The PaRK Music Academy and Performing Arts programmes provide opportunities for creative and physical activity that support wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Taekwondo teaches discipline, respect and self-esteem. Futsal is offered with coaches from Escolinha do Figo, emphasizing ball control, quick decision-making and teamwork. Surf is available through Tiago Pires Surf School, building coordination, balance and confidence. Basketball offers after-school sessions to develop teamwork and fitness.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and Portuguese are the core languages, with a bilingual Early Learning environment from age 1 and a Grade 1–4 bilingual programme blending the National Portuguese Curriculum with Cambridge International Curriculum. By the end of Grade 4, students are bilingual in comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, and Grade 5 onwards is taught fully in English at the Alfragide campus. Additional languages are available: in Grades 7–8, Spanish or French is studied as an Additional Language; in Grades 9–10, students may choose Spanish or French as a Second Language in IGCSE; IB Diploma options may include School-Supported Self-Taught languages in a Language A other than Portuguese or English.	Language provision Portuguese, English and French are taught across programmes; English instruction uses the Cambridge International Education curriculum for English; CEFR guides language instruction; in Primary, English is delivered through the Cambridge English Language Programme, and in the French International Programme, the National French curriculum is delivered bilingually with English used for Music, Art and Digital Literacy.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching PaRK IS Praça de Espanha provides a truly bilingual education in English and Portuguese from age 1, with two highly qualified educators in each classroom. The Early Learning programme creates a bilingual environment where one teacher speaks only Portuguese and another only English, enabling natural language acquisition. The bilingual approach uses a project and play based method with a Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy, supporting exploration in both languages across maths, science, reading and writing. The Junior School (Grades 1–4) combines elements of the National Portuguese Curriculum with the Cambridge International Curriculum, strengthening bilingual skills and preparing students for the fully English taught programme from Grade 5 at the Alfragide campus.	Bilingual teaching The school provides bilingual education in Portuguese and English in the early years, with French offered as a third language; each class is guided by two homeroom teachers—one Portuguese-speaking and one English-speaking—who work together to deliver bilingual instruction.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs From age 1, PaRK IS Praça de Espanha offers immersion in English and Portuguese. The Early Learning environment uses two teachers, one speaking Portuguese and one English, to support language immersion. The approach relies on project and play based learning with a positive discipline and a Reggio Emilia inspired practice to develop literacy and communication in both languages. By Grade 5, students transition to the fully English taught curriculum at the Alfragide campus.	Immersion programs Immersive English-language learning is integrated with the Portuguese national curriculum in the 1º Ciclo.
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Accreditations	Accreditations IBO, Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel, UCAS, Learnfire, official SAT centre	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Enquiry Form: Fill in the Enquiry Form to apply to any of our campuses (Alfragide, Praça de Espanha or Restelo). This form should also be completed if you wish to book a visit or to learn more about PaRK International School. 2. Application Form: Complete the Application Form sent by our team. If applying to Junior School onwards, upload the latest school reports in the Open Apply portal or send them to our Admissions team. 3. Campus Meeting: After the application forms are complete, book a meeting with the campus of your choice (Alfragide, Praça de Espanha or Restelo) at a convenient date and time. This meeting can be a campus visit or an online meeting, depending on the family's preference. 4. Registration Fee: If you would like to continue with the admissions process, there is a non-refundable €100 Registration Fee. 5. Interview: Interview with the Psychologist (from Grade 1 onwards). For IGCSE and IB / A Levels applicants, if necessary there may be an extra interview with the Deputy Head of Academics or IB / A Levels Coordinator to discuss IGCSE and IB / A Levels subject choices, respectively. 6. Evaluation: From Grade 5 onwards, there is an Evaluation following the interview - an online, age-related objective assessment test (GL Cognitive Ability Test 4). There can also be an online language assessment test (English or Portuguese) at this stage if required. 7. Offer Letter: Each student's admission is determined by the School Board with the advice of the respective Head. The decision is communicated by email to the parents along with the necessary steps to complete the enrolment, including the payment of the enrolment fee. Based on this, the child will be given a conditional or unconditional offer (conditional offers may require the parents to agree to booster lessons in English prior to admission to PaRK IS). 8. Formal Registration: The official registration takes place in June. At that time, the Parent/Guardian needs to deliver the required documents for the student's process. Your child is now a PaRK IS student!	Admissions 1. Register and create a profile. Start the admission process by creating an account. Your information is saved in the school's system for future reference. Create your account using an email address you will access throughout the admission season, as this will be the primary contact with the school. 2. Visit the School. After you have created an account and completed the application form, the admissions team will contact you to schedule a visit. The visit is led by a team member who shows you the facilities and explains the school's pedagogical project, life at school, and admission procedures. Your child should attend the visit; if you are applying from abroad, a virtual call can be arranged. 3. Submit your application. When ready, submit copies of the student's and parents' IDs/passports. Please note that the school's acceptance of the application form does not guarantee a place. Ensure all required documents are uploaded to complete the application. 4. Confirmation of Admission. Admission is determined by the Head of School with input from the relevant academic staff and is confirmed in writing by the Admissions Office. Upon admission, pay the enrolment fee within five working days to secure the place. Data transfer of personal information is part of the process and consent for forwarding of data is required.
Scholarships	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars Programme: The Nsouli Scholars Programme is a global initiative that enables 50 extraordinary students at any one time to attend any of Inspired's prestigious schools on a full scholarship for the duration of their education. The endowment honours Nadim Nsouli. In recognition of Mr Nsouli's Lebanese heritage and Inspired's commitment to inclusivity, several scholarships will be awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin.	Scholarships Redbridge offers a Secondary School Scholarship Programme for new students entering Cambridge International Programme (Year 8–12) or French/English Programme (6ème–Terminale). It provides a reduction of 10% to 100% on fees, with potential coverage for some after-school activities, for one academic year subject to renewal. Applications require completing the Scholarship Application Form and submitting supporting documents such as a teacher reference, school reports, motivation letter from the student, and a guardian letter along with any required financial documents. The Board of Directors makes the final decision; renewal depends on continued academic performance, conduct, participation, and evidence of financial need.
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