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Portugal offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
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Carlucci American International School of Lisbon (CAISL) is a nonprofit, non-denominational day school serving students from age 3 through 18. It offers both the American curriculum (EC3–12) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, under a Portuguese Ministry of Education license that authorizes awarding the American High School Diploma and the IB Diploma. English Language Arts and Mathematics align with the Common Core, Science follows the Next Generation Science Standards, and Social Studies uses the C3 Framework. Portuguese is taught from Grade 1 to 9 in Native/Fluent Speakers and Portuguese as a Foreign Language tracks. CAISL is affiliated with the U.S. Office of Overseas Schools. The Linhó campus hosts Pre‑School to High School with science labs, arts spaces, 400-seat theatre, a main library, and athletics facilities including a soccer field, fields, basketball courts, a track, indoor gym, and a fitness room. CAISL offers Model United Nations and arts, athletics, and service programs.
Bright International School is a day school in Portugal offering Cambridge Pathway for ages 3 to 18. It delivers Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, guiding learners from Early Years to Advanced qualifications. The Pathway emphasises enquiry-based learning, progression and assessment, with inclusive education, wellbeing and equal opportunities at its core. Bright operates under the Sharing Education Group and is expanding to Upper Secondary Cambridge Advanced soon. Facilities include flexible spaces blending formal and informal seating, movement areas, quiet zones and pods, with outdoor spaces to support exploration. The Cambridge Pathway forms the daily basis of learning, while new facilities are under development. With over 30 nationalities, Bright is a multicultural community. Communications with parents in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Extracurriculars include Ballet, DJ lessons, Inventors, Karate, Musical Instruments, Playball, Robothink, Homework Club and Ukulele Club. ESL and safeguarding are provided on site for students and families.
Deutsche Schule Lissabon is a private German-Portuguese encounter school for ages 3 to 18, with about 1,060 students and around 145 teachers. It operates as a Deutsche Auslandsschule and offers the German International Abitur, with Hauptschulabschluss and Realschulabschluss awarded; Abitur is taken at the end of Grade 12 and is recognised for university admission in Portugal. Instruction is in German across Grundschule (primary) and Gymnasium (secondary). Grundschule Lisbon follows the Thüringen education plan, teaching Deutsch Sprachkompetenzraster for Grades 1–4, Sachunterricht, Mathematics, Portugiesisch as L1 and L2, Ethik/Religion, Sport, Musik, and Kunst, with English introduced in early grades. Gymnasium follows German curricula for Sekundarstufe I (Grades 5–9) and Oberstufe (Grades 10–12) with subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Deutsch, Englisch, Geografie, Ethik/Philosophie, Französisch, Geschichte, Portugiesisch, Informatik, Mathematik, Musik, Kunst, Physik. The school emphasises bilinguality between German and Portuguese and intercultural exchanges. Facilities include Lisbon and Estoril campuses, science labs, arts and sports facilities, a swimming pool, and ongoing earthquake reinforcement and expansion.”
Eden Montessori International School in Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal, serves children from ages 3 to 12. The school uses a Montessori curriculum for Pre-School and Elementary levels and, since 2024, blends Montessori pedagogy with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. Eden is a Candidate School for the PYP and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The school operates a bilingual environment in English and Portuguese, fostering language development from early childhood. Programs include Children's House (3–6 years) and Lower and Upper Elementary (6–12 years), plus Extracurricular activities and aftercare for ages 3–12. The Montessori framework centers on Practical Life, Sensorial, Language Arts, Mathematics, and Cultural subjects, with integrated study of ecology, chemistry, anatomy, art, music, physical education, reading, drama, history, and geography. Extracurriculars include swimming, forest school, horse riding, arts and crafts, dance, and music, reinforcing independence, hands-on learning, and a love of learning in a diverse bilingual setting.
St. Peters International School is a co-educational international school in Palmela, Portugal, serving students from four months to 18 years, including a on-campus boarding residence for ages 14–18. Founded in 1993 by Isabel and Armando Simão, it joined Inspired Education Group in 2019, becoming part of a global network of premium schools. The 37,000 m² campus houses modern classrooms, science laboratories, Music and Art rooms, a contemporary auditorium, and expansive green spaces, plus two tennis courts, astroturf pitches for football and rugby, and a dedicated sports pavilion. English is the language of instruction, with Spanish and Mandarin offered as additional languages. From Primary to Secondary, learning follows two pathways: the Portuguese Pathway (National Curriculum, bilingual learning) and an International Pathway delivering Cambridge, IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme. A bilingual Preschool serves 0–5 years. The school emphasizes values like citizenship and community, offering 100+ extracurricular activities to enrich studies. Preparing students for higher education.
Vale Verde International School is an international school in Luz-Lagos, Portugal, serving students aged 5 to 18 in the Western Algarve. The Primary program is bilingual (60% English, 40% Portuguese), with core literacy, numeracy and science taught in English. The Cambridge curriculum guides the Secondary School from Year 7 to Year 13, leading to Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS and A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE also offered. The Cambridge Pathway extends from Year 1 to Year 13, and Cambridge Checkpoint assessments monitor progress at the end of Year 6 and Year 9. Vale Verde is an ABRSM examination centre for practical and theory music exams, with on-site music lessons available in the evenings and at weekends. After-school clubs include Chess, Capoeira, Animation, Volleyball, Football, Arts & Crafts, and Portuguese and French. The school hosts a diverse community with 27 nationalities represented and has limited facilities for students with special educational needs.
Svenska Skolan i Lissabon is a Swedish international school on the Carcavelos coast between Lisbon and Cascais, a five‑minute walk from the sea and two minutes from the train station. It serves children aged 3 to 12, with preschool, a preschool class, and grades 1–6, small class sizes, and close contact among students, families, and teachers. Instruction is Swedish and follows the Swedish curriculum Lgr22 for preschool through grade 6; the timetable mirrors the Swedish schedule but adds extensions in Portuguese, physical education, and crafts. Specialized teachers cover music, art, crafts, home economics, Portuguese, and physical education. The school is one of the oldest Swedish schools abroad and operates as a member association, encouraging parental involvement, swift decision‑making, and open communication. The after‑school program Fritidsverksamhet supports social‑emotional development with activities such as baking, painting, drawing, sewing, gardening, and swimming when weather allows. The Nordic community includes Norwegian, Danish, and Finnish families, creating a Nordic environment and a focus on individuality and safety.
PaRK International School is an international school in Lisbon, Portugal, with campuses at Alfragide, Praça de Espanha, Restelo. It serves students aged 1 to 18 and delivers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme from Early Learning through Grade 4, followed by a Cambridge International pathway (IGCSE, AS/A Levels) and the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum integrates technology and 21st-century skills across subjects, and the early years incorporate elements of the Reggio Emilia approach. The Alfragide campus is the largest, housing technology-enabled classrooms, an auditorium, music studios, an arts hub, labs and a MakerSpace, plus extensive sport facilities and outdoor spaces. Extracurriculars span sport, dance and performing arts, visual arts, STEM activities and a range of clubs. The school emphasises multilingual communication and international mindedness, with Portuguese and English used for daily life. In 2020 PaRK IS earned IB Diploma Programme certification, IB cohort graduated in 2022, and 2025 DP results remain strong.
King's College School Cascais is a private international school in Portugal offering a blended Cambridge-IGCSE curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels pathway for senior students. The school delivers Cambridge International Primary and Secondary curricula up to Year 11, complemented by a bilingual Portuguese-English stream through Year 5. In Years 12 and 13, students may choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels, while the school is pursuing authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme as a candidate IB World School. The new private campus, inaugurated in September 2025 on a 40,000 m² site, provides university-grade science laboratories, technology-rich classrooms, and spacious performing and visual arts studios. A Boarding House for up to 50 students aged 13–18 offers a safe residential experience. The curriculum is enhanced by the Inspired global network, exchanges and collaborations, and sport facilities including a 25 m pool and full-size pitches for student wellbeing.
Aprendizes is an International Active Learning School serving ages 3–18, with a continuous pre‑school to secondary program. In the Early Years, the Portuguese National Curriculum is taught with enrichment, with Portuguese as the main language and English as a second language. In Middle School (Grades 5–8), most grades follow Cambridge International Curriculum; Grades 5, 7 and 8 use English, while Grade 6 emphasises Portuguese. From 2025–26, Cambridge starts at Grade 5, with a pathway to Cambridge IGCSE, AS Levels and A Levels. The campus blends nature and sustainable design, with large outdoor spaces, an amphitheatre, library, therapy room, and on‑site labs for Physics, Biology and Chemistry, plus music and arts rooms. Enrichment includes Yoga, Cambridge Global Perspectives, and creative workshops, plus field trips. Erasmus+ mobility and the Duke of Edinburgh Award highlight the school's international dimension. With full Cambridge examination pathways, Aprendizes aims to prepare students for university and successful careers globally.
TASIS Portugal is an international school for students aged 3 to 17, located on a purpose-built Sintra campus that opened in 2020. The curriculum combines Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10 with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for senior years; progression from IGCSE to the IB requires passing six subjects with a grade C or better, and IB assessments include Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay, with a diploma score up to 45. The campus offers two libraries, a Lower School Learning Commons, a full-size theater and a smaller theater, dedicated music and art rooms, and a turf field for outdoor sport. The After-School Activities Program provides coding, robotics, sports, arts, music, MUN and language clubs for Grades 1–12. Creativity, Activity and Service is embedded in the IB, and the school plans to graduate its first class in spring 2026. TASIS Portugal operates under TASIS Foundation.
Prime School is an international Cambridge Pathway school offering a seamless, bilingual education for ages 3 to 18 across three campuses in Sintra, Estoril, and Lisbon. The curriculum blends Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, and A Levels with a Bespoke Curriculum, delivered via two parallel paths: Cambridge in English and a bilingual Portuguese option. Preschool to Primary covers ages 3 to 11, Secondary 11 to 15, and Advanced 15 to 18, with Year 9 students choosing between the Cambridge route or Prime Technical Route 2 or 3, a practical, technical track with options such as sports and hospitality. The school offers premium boarding and holds ISO 9001 certification. Facilities include state-of-the-art sports facilities, robotics labs, and a flight simulator. Examination centers in Portugal and worldwide support university entry. Extracurriculars include aviation and sailing, robotics, music, drama, Model UN, and debate, fostering leadership and teamwork. It prepares students for universities worldwide successfully.
SAIS is a full K-12 British international private Catholic school located in Monte Estoril, near Cascais in the Lisbon district. The school delivers the Cambridge Pathway Curriculum from Primary through IGCSE and A Level/AICE Diploma years, preparing pupils aged 5 to 18 for international examinations and university study. It has held Cambridge International Examinations accreditation since 2013 and operates as a Cambridge examination center. All classrooms are in the main building, with the dining hall and vocational subjects on the ground floor leading to the courtyard. The spacious Multi-Use Hall supports physical education, assemblies and external exams. The school combines English and Portuguese language instruction with a Catholic ethos, and offers arts, music and design subjects. Distinctive features include a partnership with Oficina da Dança for Ballet and contemporary dance, and a focus on Global Perspectives and university placement pathways. Community service, MUNs and a PTA underpin leadership and involvement.
The British School of Lisbon is a British international school in Lisbon offering the English National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. It serves learners aged 3 to 15, with the Cais do Sodré campus for primary and the Restelo campus for secondary, housed within the CF Os Belenenses sports complex. Phase I of the Restelo campus opened in September 2024 and Phase II is planned for Summer 2025. The English National Curriculum forms the core and is adapted to provide an international perspective, including studies of local culture, language and heritage. From enrolment, a dedicated team creates a personalised academic plan guiding students through selecting and applying to universities in the UK, US and worldwide. Phase I provides bright classrooms, science laboratories, play areas and sports fields; Phase II will add more science labs, a design & technology suite, a large library and expanded outdoor space, plus extensive sports facilities including an indoor hall. Extracurricular activities include sports, languages and coding; after-school activities are compulsory and selected each term by parents to balance active and intellectual programmes.
NOAP is a Dutch day school in the Algarve near Silves delivering fully Dutch-language education for primary and secondary students aged 3 to 14. The school follows the Dutch curriculum and is affiliated with NOB (Dutch Education Abroad) and approved by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science. By collaborating with the Dutch Education Inspectorate, NOAP ensures Dutch compulsory education requirements are met, allowing seamless reintegration if a pupil returns to the Netherlands. For families staying in Portugal, the curriculum places emphasis on Portuguese and English language studies to support progression into the Portuguese and international school systems. The campus is set in a rural area among orange trees, offering small class sizes and personal attention. After-school care (BSO) runs 15:15–17:30 for 4–12-year-olds, at least once per week. Portuguese language and culture lessons are integrated into daily learning. The NOAP Foundation administers the school; statutes are filed with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK 75752123).
Greene's College Oxford - Lisbon is an international tutoring college delivering British A Levels and IGCSEs to students worldwide. It serves learners aged 14 to 18, with courses tailored to each pupil's goals and needs, including those taking exams for the first time or retaking. The curriculum combines three elements: inspirational tutors, paired or small-group tutorials, and Greene's Online, underpinned by the Oxford-style tutorial approach delivered online. Students benefit from paired or small-group tutorials with instant feedback, plus weekly Personal Tutoring, Leadership sessions, and access to a wide range of student-led societies. The college operates from Oxford with on-campus study, while offering online tuition and having spaces in Estoril and Lisbon, Portugal, making it feasible for international families. Greene's College Oxford is Oxford's oldest tutorial college, blending traditional tutorial methods with flexible online delivery to support independent study and leadership development. This approach aligns with international families seeking flexible study.
Prime School International - Lisbon Campus is a co-educational institution in the Alvalade district, operating since 2003. The school provides the Cambridge International Pathway from Preschool through to Advanced Levels, alongside BTEC qualifications in Business, Sport, and Arts. Facilities at the Lisbon campus include science laboratories, art studios, and dedicated outdoor spaces for student wellbeing. A distinctive feature is the Technical Route, which permits students to specialize in sectors like hospitality or professional sports, earning vocational credits such as the Higher National Diploma before they graduate. This program offers a practical bridge to both professional careers and university placements. All instruction is guided by the Prime Scientific Method, an approach that maps a student's cognitive profile to adapt teaching strategies. For families living abroad, the campus offers a boarding residence with constant supervision, on-site medical support, and organized weekend activities focused on the local culture and environment of Lisbon.
Butterflies School in Beloura, Portugal, is a day school delivering bilingual education in Portuguese and English and following the Portuguese National Curriculum. English is treated as an equal language to Portuguese, with English- and Portuguese-speaking teachers in all classes. The school educates children from Nursery through Primary and blends project-based experiences with the Labs program and the Aloha Maths curriculum to enrich mathematical thinking and scientific inquiry. A German Section has been added as a German curriculum pathway, reflecting the school's commitment to multilingualism. Facilities combine bright indoor spaces with outdoor learning through Outdoor Discoveries, Mud Kitchen, Garden Patch, and Forest School activities. Key enrichment includes the Inventors Club and hands-on labs, plus extensive arts, science, and reading/writing in both languages. In 2024 the school moved to new, dedicated facilities in Quinta da Beloura, expanding its bilingual, child-centered, inquiry-driven approach. The environment supports curiosity, collaboration, and lifelong learning for families.
Almada International School delivers the Cambridge Primary through Lower Secondary curriculum, and is Cambridge Curriculum Certified. The school teaches in English and Portuguese with bilingual instruction that supports fluency in both languages and alignment with the national curriculum in the early years. Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary programmes form the core, with a future pathway toward IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme. In Lower Secondary four languages are taught—Portuguese, English, French and AI/digital literacy—and Computing promotes digital competence with a zero-screens approach. The campus emphasizes active, project-based learning and outdoor experiences through the AIS Nature & Farm, with wellbeing integrated as a daily priority. Facilities include outdoor spaces designed to stimulate creativity and interaction with nature. Meals are included and offered with a Mediterranean-based menu including vegetarian and vegan options. The school prepares students for international higher education through interdisciplinary study and real-world application across subjects and global perspectives.
Beyond International School is a private bilingual school offering Portuguese and English instruction for children aged 3 to 10. The school follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum for ages 5–10 (Reception to Year 5), with Cambridge Lower Secondary for ages 11–12, and combines this with a Bespoke Curriculum designed to prepare learners for the 21st century. The school's four‑dimensional model—knowledge, skills, character and meta‑learning—drives a competency‑based program that emphasizes STEM, digital literacy, global awareness and systems thinking, reinforced through Be Hour, a daily mindful‑learning session. Instruction is bilingual, with two teachers in every classroom (one Portuguese‑speaking, one English‑speaking) and language development guided by inquiry and projects, alongside integration of the Portuguese National Curriculum. Facilities include bright, flexible classrooms and wide outdoor spaces that invite exploration. Students undertake project‑based learning, purposeful collaboration, and social‑emotional growth within a supportive, growth‑oriented culture. The school emphasizes leadership and global citizenship through its four‑dimensional framework model.
Brave Generation Academy Porto is an international school in Portugal serving learners aged 12 to 18. It offers a choice of British Curriculum (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American Curriculum, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited and internationally recognized. The school operates a hybrid online and in-person hub model, with 24/7 access to the learning platform and daily guidance from Course Managers. In Portugal, Hubs are co-learning spaces where learners collaborate with peers and are supported by Learning Coaches. The Portuguese+ option provides materials and assessments in Portuguese, aligned with Exames Nacionais and direct-entry requirements for Portuguese universities while enabling study at institutions worldwide. The learning model emphasizes knowledge, skills, and community through project-based activities within the hub environment. This approach combines flexible online study with hands-on, collaborative in-person experiences to prepare students for international higher education pathways. Students access Portuguese+ materials and English-speaking hubs alongside a diverse peer community across hubs online.
The Deutsche Schule Algarve is a state-recognized German international school located in the Algarve. It offers a German curriculum for students aged 5 to 18, guiding Grundschule (grades 1–4) and Sekundarstufen I & II (grades 5–12), culminating in the German International Abitur (DIA). German remains the language of instruction, while Portuguese is the everyday language and English and French are taught as mandatory foreign languages. The school follows KMK guidelines for Deutsche Auslandsschulen and collaborates with Deutsche Schule Lissabon to ensure smooth transitions to German or international schools. Small class sizes foster a personal learning atmosphere, with differentiated instruction and open-learning formats. The timetable includes core subjects plus music, art, Sachunterricht, sport and swimming, and a focus on scientific work, presentation techniques and digital competencies. From 2025 the school operates under a family-led leadership team, continuing a strong intercultural and international project ethos, including Erasmus. A caring, internationally minded community.
Montessori Bright Academy is an international Montessori school in Lisbon, founded by Fabienne Mikou, housed in a traditional Portuguese building in Alvalade with direct access to a forest. The school serves ages 1 to 12 across three programs: Toddler (1–3), Primary (3–6), and Elementary (6–12). Lessons run 8:00–13:00 for Toddlers; 8:00–15:30 for Primary; 8:00–15:45 for Elementary. The language environment is English with exposure to French and Portuguese, supporting multilingual development. AMI-certified guides deliver the Montessori pedagogy across all ages, emphasizing hands-on, mastery-based learning in mixed-age communities. The curriculum integrates practical life, sensorial work, language, and mathematics, with a Forest School outdoor program that connects learning to nature. Outdoor discovery fosters independence, collaboration, and environmental awareness across science, history, geography, and the arts. The school promotes independence, curiosity, and holistic learning, supported by a 20-hectare green playground adjacent to a forest, within a diverse, international community. Facilities nurture inquiry and resilience.
Oporto British School (OBS) is a British international school in Foz do Douro, Porto, educating pupils from age 3 to 18. The curriculum combines the Early Years Foundation Stage and the British framework with Cambridge IGCSE studies and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, offering an international education from Early Years through Secondary. Portuguese is taught in Lower Primary, reflecting the local context. Founded in 1894, OBS sits on a campus overlooking the Douro River. Facilities include a Primary Building with EYFS and Primary classrooms, a Library, IT rooms, and the Farn and Teage Buildings for specialist spaces; Teage Hall hosts music and drama. Campus Development Plan adds a Primary Building with 16 classrooms, a dining room, and a Multipurpose Building with labs and a pastoral hub, plus expanded sports facilities. Notable programs include OBSMUN, robotics and coding, science and arts clubs, School Orchestra, Choir, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Deutsche Schule Porto is a private German school in Porto, operated by the Deutsche Schulverein zu Porto with involvement from the German Foreign Office and the German overseas representation. It offers a bilingual education from Kindergarten through Gymnasium, culminating in the International Abitur. The school serves ages 3 to 18 across three levels: Kindergarten, Grundschule (primary), and Gymnasium (secondary). Instruction is in German and Portuguese, with students developing language proficiency in German, Portuguese, English, and French. The Abitur is internationally recognized, and Portuguese universities recognize it as a university entrance qualification. The school has a history of more than 120 years and celebrated its 125-year anniversary in 2025. It provides a broad after-school program and a range of academic and cultural activities, including Jugend forscht regional science competitions, an interactive Shakespeare performance with the Calliope Theatre Company, and academic exchanges such as a seminar at FLUP with Master students in Transnational German Studies. Community initiatives include Amizade sem idade and a Solidaritätskonzert for REFOOD.
Redbridge International School Lisbon provides a plurilingual education across two Lisbon campuses. Campo de Ourique serves Early Years and Primary, featuring pavilion, library, science labs, art studio, music room, dojo and sports hall. Tapada da Ajuda, opened in 2024 on a three-hectare site, supports Secondary education with four buildings and outdoor spaces in a modern eco renovation. The school offers a pre-university STEEM programme with ISA and strengthens the Cambridge pathway for English learning. It delivers a bilingual French/English stream for the French International Programme from 6e to Terminale, leading to the Baccalauréat Français International, and the Cambridge International Programme from Year 8 to Year 11, culminating in the IB Diploma in Years 12 and 13. Primary Years follow the French International Programme (CP–CM2) and the Portuguese International Programme (1.º–6.º ano). Green Flag in 2025. Afterschool clubs include surfing with Tiago Pires Surf School, tennis with Fred Gil Academy, robotics.
Brave Generation Academy Lisbon is an international hybrid school for ages 12–18, offering British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula. Learning occurs in a blended model: 24/7 online access via a digital platform and in-person Hub sessions with Course Managers and Learning Coaches. The Portugal hub blends online study with co-learning hubs that support collaboration and ongoing guidance. The Portuguese+ track provides Portuguese-language materials and Exames Nacionais preparation, enabling direct entry to Portuguese universities while classes run in English-speaking Hubs, developing both Portuguese and English skills. Qualifications are internationally recognised. Students progress at their own pace and build life skills through a Skills for Life approach, emphasising adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking. Higher Education pathways offer degrees in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports, delivering practical, globally recognised qualifications and pathways to university study. The school emphasises a collaborative, inclusive community and supports flexible pacing to suit learners everywhere.
PaRK International School is an international school in Lisbon, Portugal, with campuses at Alfragide, Praça de Espanha, Restelo. It serves students aged 1 to 18 and delivers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme from Early Learning through Grade 4, followed by a Cambridge International pathway (IGCSE, AS/A Levels) and the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum integrates technology and 21st-century skills across subjects, and the early years incorporate elements of the Reggio Emilia approach. The Alfragide campus is the largest, housing technology-enabled classrooms, an auditorium, music studios, an arts hub, labs and a MakerSpace, plus extensive sport facilities and outdoor spaces. Extracurriculars span sport, dance and performing arts, visual arts, STEM activities and a range of clubs. The school emphasises multilingual communication and international mindedness, with Portuguese and English used for daily life. In 2020 PaRK IS earned IB Diploma Programme certification, IB cohort graduated in 2022, and 2025 DP results remain strong.
Tickles International School in Portugal offers an early years to primary programme within an international Cambridge framework, for students aged 0 to 10. The Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary components are authorized from 2025/2026 and are taught as a supplement to the national Portuguese curriculum rather than a substitute. The Cambridge Primary program covers Art and Design, Computing, English as a Second Language, Global Perspectives and Physical Education, alongside Cambridge subjects, with English taught as a second language where needed and Cambridge Primary Progression Tests for Years 2–4. The school operates Nursery, Day Care, Pre-School and Primary, with a strong English component across creche and pre-school and a daily English lesson from Year 1. Facilities include healthy meals, a multidisciplinary support team, and after-school activities. The campus emphasizes Project-Based Learning API, Reading Club, Robotics, Digital Literacy, Financial Literacy, and cultural and artistic engagements with local institutions in the community.
Prime School is an international Cambridge Pathway school offering a seamless, bilingual education for ages 3 to 18 across three campuses in Sintra, Estoril, and Lisbon. The curriculum blends Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, and A Levels with a Bespoke Curriculum, delivered via two parallel paths: Cambridge in English and a bilingual Portuguese option. Preschool to Primary covers ages 3 to 11, Secondary 11 to 15, and Advanced 15 to 18, with Year 9 students choosing between the Cambridge route or Prime Technical Route 2 or 3, a practical, technical track with options such as sports and hospitality. The school offers premium boarding and holds ISO 9001 certification. Facilities include state-of-the-art sports facilities, robotics labs, and a flight simulator. Examination centers in Portugal and worldwide support university entry. Extracurriculars include aviation and sailing, robotics, music, drama, Model UN, and debate, fostering leadership and teamwork. It prepares students for universities worldwide successfully.
PaRK International School is an international school in Lisbon, Portugal, with campuses at Alfragide, Praça de Espanha, Restelo. It serves students aged 1 to 18 and delivers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme from Early Learning through Grade 4, followed by a Cambridge International pathway (IGCSE, AS/A Levels) and the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum integrates technology and 21st-century skills across subjects, and the early years incorporate elements of the Reggio Emilia approach. The Alfragide campus is the largest, housing technology-enabled classrooms, an auditorium, music studios, an arts hub, labs and a MakerSpace, plus extensive sport facilities and outdoor spaces. Extracurriculars span sport, dance and performing arts, visual arts, STEM activities and a range of clubs. The school emphasises multilingual communication and international mindedness, with Portuguese and English used for daily life. In 2020 PaRK IS earned IB Diploma Programme certification, IB cohort graduated in 2022, and 2025 DP results remain strong.
Seixal International School is a Cambridge-certified bilingual school in Portugal for children aged 3 to 11, delivering the Cambridge Primary curriculum with Portuguese–English instruction. The school operates as a micro-school with a non-traditional, personalised approach and small class sizes, ensuring every child is seen, heard and valued. The curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Sciences, Computing, Physical Education and Art, with curricular enrichment in Portuguese language and the History and Geography of Portugal. The school was founded by two sisters who wanted a different educational path for their own children, creating a family-like environment that supports each learner's development. Facilities span 1,000 m², with planned expansion for 2025–2026. Exterior spaces include a playground, a garden, a smallholding and sports fields; interior spaces include preschool and primary classrooms, Activities Room, Sala Polivalente, Library/Teachers' Room with multisensory area for NEE, and an elevator. Extracurriculars span chess, Yeah Science!, Inventors, Music, Canto, Ballet, football, yoga.
Educan, Algarve is a private international day school in Portugal delivering the Pearson Edexcel International British Curriculum for learners aged 5 to 16. The core program runs in the morning, with core subjects taught from 9:00 to 13:00 and a hands-on approach that fosters practical understanding. In the afternoons, clubs run from 14:00 to 15:30, offering language options such as Portuguese, Dutch, Mandarin, French and Russian, along with Mindfulness, Art & Design, Science Experiments, Cooking, Engineering, Computing and Physical Education. Tutoring by experienced teachers supports all students, and a Pearson Edexcel Qualifications guide helps families understand the qualifications offered. Interactive projects, including an Annual Science Project, promote scientific thinking and collaboration. Extra-curricular activities extend learning beyond the classroom, with sessions from 2pm to 3:30pm. The school emphasizes student wellbeing, autonomy, and cross-cultural communication through its varied language and activity options. Students benefit from a supportive environment that welcomes international families.
International Sharing School – Taguspark is an IB World School in Lisbon, Portugal, offering the International Baccalaureate across the full continuum: the Foundations Programme (ages 1–3), the Primary Years Programme (3–11), the Middle Years Programme (11–16) and the Diploma Programme (16–18). The school serves learners from 1 to 18, with English as the language of instruction and a multicultural community of 50+ nationalities. In 2021 it became a fully authorised IB Continuum School, with a purpose-built facility dedicated to MYP and DP. The campus features flexible, collaborative spaces designed to support inquiry-led learning, plus a range of after-school activities including sports, arts and technology. The ASA programme provides enrichment in technology, arts, science and sport, with offerings such as 3D modeling, programming, and art. The school traces its roots to Madeira and joined the Dukes Education Group in 2023, reinforcing its global outlook and support for families new to international education.
IPS Cascais British International School sits in Bicesse, north of Cascais, Portugal, serving learners from age 3 to 18. It delivers the National Curriculum for England, adapted for an international context, with Cambridge IGCSE studies in Years 10–11 and a Sixth Form delivering Cambridge A Levels planned for the future. In Primary, English, Mathematics and Science underpin core learning, with Portuguese and Dutch language provision and English as an Additional Language (EAL). In Year 7, pupils sample French and Spanish before selecting a language option from Year 8 onward. The school currently operates across a Primary site and a Secondary site, with a new Secondary School campus due to open in September 2026 to deliver Years 7–13. Facilities include eco-friendly Primary premises, a modern Secondary building, bright classrooms, an atrium, a library, specialist rooms, and a dining room with meals cooked onsite. After-school VivaHUB, a British-style House System, Student Council, and partnerships with WWF and Eco-Schools underpin a rich, community-focused experience.
Brave Generation Academy - Madeira is a hybrid international school hub in Madeira for learners aged 12 to 18. It offers British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited for university entry worldwide. The learning model blends online study with in-person Hub experiences guided by Learning Coaches; learners have 24/7 access to the online platform, with Course Managers providing ongoing support. The Portuguese+ track delivers all materials and assessments in Portuguese, includes Exames Nacionais preparation, and meets direct-entry requirements to Portuguese universities, while instruction occurs in English-speaking Hubs to build both Portuguese and English skills. Higher Education features Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, delivering a university diploma and practical experience. In Madeira, the hub offers spaces for internships, environmental initiatives, and clubs across Cultural and Language, Community and Service, and Leadership and Professional. Hubs operate weekdays with year-round study and flexible scheduling.
United Lisbon International School (ULIS) is a private day school in central Lisbon, Portugal, serving ages 3–18. The curriculum runs from the IEYC (Early Years) to the IPC (Primary), IMYC (Middle), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. Instruction is in English, with Portuguese as a second language. ULIS centers learning on five pillars—Technology, Global Citizenship, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, and Sports. The Park of Nations campus houses science and technology labs, STEAM and maker spaces, a library and media center, arts and performance spaces, and 6,500 square meters of outdoor space. A 2024 renovation and a 2025 expansion added a sports hall and auditorium. The school has over 600 students from around 50 nationalities. Founded circa 2020, ULIS is part of the Dukes Education family, delivered its first IB graduates in 2024, and is a NEASC candidate as well as an IB World School, with diverse students worldwide.
Lycée Français Charles Lepiérre Lisbonne (LFCL) is a French international school in Lisbon, affiliated with the AEFE network and serving around 2,100 students from nursery to terminale. The campus spans seven buildings and houses facilities including Marmothèque, BCDI and CDI libraries, IT spaces, cafeterias, and health and counselling services. The curriculum follows the French national program: from Seconde to Terminale on the general track, with the Première–Terminale BFI track adding CDM in Portuguese and ACL in English; the Portuguese International Section (SiP) begins in Seconde and provides a pathway into BFI. In Seconde, Portuguese runs 4h and History-Geography totals 4h (2h in French and 2h in Portuguese); English foundations continue. From Première, the BFI track preserves the core timetable and adds CDM and ACL. The school offers two on-site gyms, a dance room, and extensive after-school activities; orchestral and choral ensembles, theatre, and arts options enrich arts education. Student leadership and service are fostered through CVL, CVC, ACH, JRI, and eco-délégués.
Barlavento International Primary School provides an English-language international primary program for children aged 3 to 11, based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum of England, adapted for an international community living in Portugal. The campus sits in the Algarve countryside near Lagos, with extensive outdoor space, forest schools, wildlife areas, fruit and vegetable gardens, and two large shaded play areas. Four bright classrooms, a library, an IT room and a large sports hall with a stage support a range of activities, from daily lessons to performances and sports. The curriculum combines core English, Maths and Reading with Portuguese, Mindfulness, Gardening and Drama, delivered through thematically linked topics such as Our Wonderful World and Mission to Mars. Lunchtime clubs include yoga, art and chess, and the school collaborates with link-schools worldwide to nurture an international community focused on wellbeing, curiosity and responsible citizenship. Here families feel welcome.
Oeiras International School (OIS) is a non-profit, parent-founded International Baccalaureate World School offering a full IB Continuum for ages 6 to 18. The curriculum spans the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6 to 10, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 17 to 18. The school is housed on the Quinta de Nossa Senhora da Conceição estate in Barcarena, Oeiras, a historic 17th‑century property with riverine and woodland spaces that support hands‑on learning. Facilities include the Palace library, science labs, art and music rooms, classrooms in the Pavilion and White/Orange Building, and on‑site sports amenities such as a swimming pool, basketball court, football pitch, and a multisport pavilion. The campus also runs social projects from its garden farms and offers diverse co‑curriculars, languages, MUN, and the Duke of Edinburgh award. Students graduate ready for university admissions and global citizenship.
St James' Primary School in Cascais, Portugal, teaches British Curriculum with bilingualism in Portuguese and English. The school serves children aged 6 to 12 and follows the English National Curriculum, with core subjects including English, Portuguese, Mathematics and Sciences, complemented by English Literature, a Foreign Language, Geography and History. Arts are integrated to develop intellectual, moral and aesthetic growth through music, drama and visual arts, while parental involvement is encouraged. The aim is to prepare bilingual pupils who combine humanistic culture with scientific, technological and artistic knowledge to become responsible citizens. Small classes, taught by qualified staff in English and Portuguese, ensure time is divided equally between the two languages and curricula. The campus includes a building, dining room and classrooms, with sports facilities and outdoor spaces. Extra activities include Summer School and field trips such as Conímbriga. The school has links with St George's School for Years 8–10 progression.
CLIP – Oporto International School is an international, non‑profit day school in Porto, Portugal, serving learners from ages 3 to 18. The school offers an international curriculum based on the English National Curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels as the assessment pathway, tailored to CLIP's local context. The campus covers more than 25,000 square metres in a desirable area of Porto, with a multi‑functional layout that supports learning across age groups. Facilities include a 200‑seat auditorium, two 100‑seat amphitheatres, multiple art rooms, a Music Centre, a Drama Room and extensive science labs, plus a 25‑metre heated indoor pool. Outdoor sports facilities feature two tennis courts, a football pitch, basketball court and climbing wall. Extra‑curricular activity emphasises Model United Nations and Community Service, with Fine and Performing Arts integrated throughout. Notable opportunities include OPOMUN 2026, an All Day F8 English Talk Competition, and a CERN trip for senior students.
LFIP Porto delivers the French national curriculum to students aged 3 to 18 in an international setting. As a member of the AEFE network, its programs follow the French Ministry of Education and are recognized by the Portuguese government. The school prepares learners for the Baccalaureate, with qualifications recognized for higher education in France, Portugal, and worldwide. By graduation, students master four languages—French, Portuguese, English, and German or Spanish—while an English European Section deepens English in Life Sciences, Economics, and Social Sciences. There is a strong emphasis on Portuguese language and history, alongside a progressive approach that combines active learning, collaboration, critical thinking, and real‑world applications. LFIP offers a distinctive global network and individualized student support. Facilities include on‑site dining, a major library and documentation center (CDI), health services, and school transport. The CDI and Marmothèque provide rich resources; arts, science, and sports clubs enrich daily life for families everywhere.
St George's School Lisbon delivers a Cambridge International education for students aged 10 to 18, with a bilingual English-Portuguese program. The school blends Cambridge Primary and Secondary pathways with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels, alongside a Bespoke Curriculum in partnership with St James's Primary School. Core subjects are taught in English and Portuguese, covering English Language, Portuguese Language, Mathematics, and Sciences, while Foundation elements include Global Perspectives and French. History is taught as British History in Years 6 to 7 and History under the Portuguese National Curriculum in Years 8 to 9. Economics and Business Studies are Cambridge offerings for Years 10 to 11; Computing, Art and Physical Education follow the Portuguese framework. The program is designed to develop bilingual pupils with solid scientific, technological, and artistic knowledge, supported by Cambridge Global Perspectives and a bilingual school environment that fosters language fluency across the curriculum.
Colégio Santiago Internacional (CSI Tavira) is a coeducational independent school located in central Tavira in a 15th‑century building considered a historic landmark. Open to ages 3 to 18, it follows the English National Curriculum with bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese, adapted to meet each student's needs. The community includes more than 27 nationalities and about 130 students. The curriculum emphasizes mathematics and science, with the Arts and Sports component given significant emphasis, and a commitment to fostering an international culture and interest in other languages and cultures. The campus houses 16 classrooms plus facilities including a science laboratory, a music studio, a radio station, a computer room, an art room and a canteen offering healthy, sustainably sourced meals. Class sizes are capped at 18. A-levels are offered in Years 12 and 13. Extracurriculars include Tennis Club, Ballet, Portuguese Arts & Crafts, Egyptian Arabic Classes and Homework Club, supporting personal development alongside academics.
EGI International, formerly Jill's Place, offers a Cambridge International Curriculum for Early Years and Primary to children from 18 months to 11 years. Since September 2025, teaching spaces moved from Carcavelos to Fundição de Oeiras, with plans to relocate to purpose-built premises in Barcarena-Oeiras in the near future. The school provides English-language instruction and a home-away-from-home, child-centred learning environment. A Project-Based Learning approach develops practical understanding and problem solving. EGI's history traces back to 2005, when Jill's Place began, inspired by a concept from 1989 during an exchange in rural Portugal, and expanded in 1996. In September 2028, a group of parents plans a campus expansion under the EGI name while preserving the same values. The program runs from 18 months to 11 years, and includes Music, Art and PE in the timetable, with after-school activities such as Portuguese, swimming and creative or contemporary dance to broaden experience for students.
Brave Generation Academy – Leiria is a hybrid school for learners aged 12 to 18. It combines online study with in-person Hub-based learning, with Leiria as a hub location. The school offers British, American, and Portuguese+ curricula, including Cambridge IGCSEs and A Levels, and bespoke pathway. Hubs provide co-learning spaces where learners work with Learning Coaches and Course Managers in a personalised, transformative learning model. Students have 24/7 access to a digital learning platform and study through a flexible timetable, balancing breaks and shared meals. The Portuguese+ curriculum is delivered in Portuguese, supports Exames Nacionais, and enables direct entry to Portuguese universities, while continuing to develop English skills in English-speaking Hubs. The Unique Pathway Degree Programmes offer fast, flexible, career-driven options in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality and Sports, with a university diploma earned. Hubs operate 08:00–18:00, serving 30–45 learners per Hub, with a 1:15 coach-to-learner ratio and community well-being.
Vilamoura International School, founded in 1984 as Colégio Internacional de Vilamoura, is a private international school in the Algarve serving ages 3 to 18. The school offers two curricula: Portuguese Studies following the Portuguese national curriculum and English Studies based on a British international framework. The English pathway follows the British National Curriculum in Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE, culminating in IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. The Portuguese pathway includes national examinations in Grades 9 and 12. CIV is a Cambridge International Examination centre and an Alliance Française centre, reflecting a bilingual, multilingual approach. Early language learning includes Portuguese, English and French, with opportunities to study Spanish, German and Russian as extracurricular activities. English-exposure students receive EAL support to help integrate. The campus spans 27,000 m² with outdoors, science labs, Music and Art rooms, ballet studio, gymnasiums, astroturf field and multiple courts. CIV is part of Inspired Education.
Colégio Bernardette Romeira is an international school for learners aged 3 to 16, located in Olhão, Portugal. The campus operates as a Cambridge Learning Partner and Cambridge Exam Preparation Centre, delivering Cambridge English Studies and assessments alongside a Portuguese framework. In Early Years, Nursery and 3–5 year-old classes use a child-centered, play-based approach with a smooth transition to Year 1. Primary Years (Years 1–4) are taught in a bilingual Portuguese–English setting, with daily language support and opportunities for independent thinking and cross-disciplinary connections. Middle School follows the Portuguese curriculum, with English taught as a second language and three-language options in Years 7–9. The school also combines Cambridge alignment with Portuguese Studies up to Year 9 and International Studies up to Year 6. Facilities include a library, swimming, karate and basketball, plus Probotica robotics and programming. Notable features: English Studies Programme, Drama and Music, and a range of language and clubs.
Greene's College Oxford - Algarve offers a British curriculum for learners aged 14 to 18, based in Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal, as an Algarve hub of the historic Oxford tutorial college. The curriculum runs from IGCSEs through to A levels, taught via the Tutorial Method of Learning. Students work in small groups or pairs, guided by Socratic questioning and an emphasis on independent study to develop confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, and strong oral and written communication, preparing them for university life. The Algarve hub marks Greene's expansion to Portugal, supporting local families and a dedicated group of Algarve students this academic year. The school reports results reflecting its approach, including 45% A* or A in 2022-23, and notable achievements such as a 2023 online student attaining the highest AQA AS Geography mark. Greene's holds a Guinness World Record for the youngest student to complete a full A-level programme at age 8.
Aljezur International School offers a British curriculum tailored to life in the Western Algarve. Ages 11 to 18 study together in small groups, with Years 7–9 emphasizing experiential learning and tutor bonds, and a two-year Cambridge track leading to IGCSE examinations before progressing to AS and A Levels. The school operates as a Cambridge International Examination Centre, and is the Algarve's only open Cambridge exam centre, welcoming internal and external candidates. The campus occupies a converted farmhouse on seven hectares of protected land, with an organic vegetable garden, resident animals, and a three-hectare river valley that supports sustainability projects. Lessons incorporate UNESCO, Oxfam, Amnesty International and National Geographic resources to enrich inquiry. A stage-not-age philosophy enables earlier IGCSE entry where appropriate, and tutorial support for AS and A Level qualifications. Outdoor theatre, a school band, community service, and leadership opportunities accompany strong academics. This fosters global-minded, responsible learners for life.
Situated in Lisbon's Restelo district, L'École Trilingue serves pupils aged 2 to 11 with a trilingual immersion programme in English, French and Portuguese. The school follows the French curriculum for the Early Years Foundation Stage, organized around five areas of learning: language, physical and artistic expression, thinking and learning tools, and world exploration. Portuguese is taught daily for 30-45 minutes, and the school day is split between English and French instruction. The teaching is accredited by the French Ministry for Education and certified by the Portuguese Ministry, reflecting a cross-border partnership with France and Portugal and linking to the sister school in London. Housed in a refurbished 1940s building, classrooms are bright and arranged to support group work, personalised teaching, and sensorial exploration. A large garden supports biodiversity education and offers a Pre-nursery zone for 2-3 year olds. Breakfast and after-school care run beyond hours; offerings vary yearly in Lisbon.
Hypha International School offers Cambridge Primary education for ages 3 to 10, with a Portugal-based program for families abroad. The primary curriculum follows the Cambridge International framework, supplemented by specialist subjects such as music, physical education and art, many taught in Portuguese. From Year 2, students have Portuguese literacy lessons twice a week. Entrepreneurship is embedded through project-based time, developing leadership, problem-solving and creativity. A strong emphasis on nature supports learning through Forest School and outdoor exploration. The school sits in 7000 square meters of gardens and woodland, and students spend over three hours a day outdoors for lunch, play and learning. Meals follow a balanced menu, with a soup starter and a no-sugar policy. A free, certified transport service runs to Cascais, with pickup at 07:50 and drop-off at 16:30. Pre-primary pedagogy includes Forest School, Reggio Emilia, and Montessori approaches, plus a Sensory Room and Creative Studio. Global access.
Aspire International School Algarve is an independent international school for ages 3 to 18, delivering a British-style curriculum throughout the school. In the Early Years, AIS Algarve follows the Early Years Foundation Stage with Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception, and provides weekly Portuguese language exposure alongside Jolly Phonics for literacy. Primary education follows the English National Curriculum, with small class sizes and specialist teachers in Art, ICT, PE, Performing Arts and Music, plus English as an Additional Language support. The Secondary programme follows the British National Curriculum from Key Stage 3 through iGCSEs and A levels, with iGCSEs taught to Pearson Edexcel and A levels offered with Edexcel accreditation. The curriculum includes PSHE and Mindfulness and a balanced programme of sports, arts and clubs. The campus between Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago features outdoor areas, a cap of 12 per class, with Portuguese language integrated through Portuguese Push.
Located in the cultural heart of the Algarve, Montalvo International School offers a British international education for students aged 11 to 17. The school follows the British Curriculum, with Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9), iGCSEs ( Years 10–11) and AS/A Levels (Years 12–13). Students prepare for examinations as a clear pathway to universities and higher education. The Loulé campus occupies a historic building dating back to the 1890s and aims to be a Centre of Excellence for Years 9 to 13, providing a dedicated learning hub with on-site teaching and all necessary facilities within the welcoming surrounds of the town. A focus on language immersion and cultural exchange is central to the programme, with Portuguese language study embedded in community involvement. The Montalvo Partnership Program will develop to enhance language and cultural immersion. In addition to academics, the school emphasizes extracurriculars and well-being as part of a holistic education for all.
Nobel Algarve British International School’s Almancil campus, inaugurated in 2020, offers a contemporary learning environment in the heart of the Algarve's "Golden Triangle." Students follow a contextualized English National Curriculum, progressing from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to IGCSEs, A-levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The purpose-built campus features specialized science laboratories, a multimedia center, and a central green quad designed around Feng Shui principles to promote a calm atmosphere. A distinctive feature is the "Pause Pod," a dedicated space for reflection and mindfulness, alongside a strong Forest School program that utilizes the region's natural landscape for outdoor education. With a multinational community representing over 50 nationalities, the school integrates local culture through Portuguese language lessons while maintaining a British educational framework. Notable for its eco-friendly design, the campus includes sensory gardens and high-tech classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards to support individual student growth in a focused, day-school setting.
St. Julian's School is a British international school in Greater Lisbon, Portugal, welcoming students from ages 3 to 18 and international families worldwide. It has educated region since 1932 and offers pathways: English Curriculum and Bilingual Curriculum. The English pathway follows the National Curriculum for England from Nursery to Year 13, leads to GCSEs in Year 11, and provides IB Diploma or Career-related Programme in Years 12–13. The Bilingual Curriculum teaches the Portuguese National Curriculum in English and Portuguese for ages 6–15, with a foundation to GCSE before IB Year 12. Portuguese is compulsory to Year 9 in both routes. The school is accredited by CIS, COBIS, NEASC and the International Baccalaureate Organisation, and its Head is a member of the Heads' Conference. Its 18th-century palace sits on grounds at Carcavelos beach, with a €50 million Second Century project enhancing facilities and green spaces. Activities include MUN, Eco-Schools and CAS.
King's College School Cascais is a private international school in Portugal offering a blended Cambridge-IGCSE curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels pathway for senior students. The school delivers Cambridge International Primary and Secondary curricula up to Year 11, complemented by a bilingual Portuguese-English stream through Year 5. In Years 12 and 13, students may choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels, while the school is pursuing authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme as a candidate IB World School. The new private campus, inaugurated in September 2025 on a 40,000 m² site, provides university-grade science laboratories, technology-rich classrooms, and spacious performing and visual arts studios. A Boarding House for up to 50 students aged 13–18 offers a safe residential experience. The curriculum is enhanced by the Inspired global network, exchanges and collaborations, and sport facilities including a 25 m pool and full-size pitches for student wellbeing.
Oceanus International School offers a bilingual English-Portuguese education within the Cambridge Curriculum for ages 1 to 10. The Early Years Programme (Pre-Primary) and the Primary Programme (1st Cycle) are aligned with the national framework, with Cambridge-recognised certification possible by the end of Year 4. The Nursery and Pre-School use a project-based approach that supports holistic development, language and literacy, mathematical thinking, social-emotional skills, and multilingualism. In Primary, the curriculum builds solid academic foundations, learning-to-learn skills, creativity, and global citizenship, with English central alongside Portuguese. The school joined MB Education Group in 2025 and became part of the Cambridge International network, reflecting its emphasis on academic excellence, global outlook, and meaningful learning. Facilities are designed for independent exploration, with nature contact, open-ended materials, healthy meals, and reliable transport. It is an Apple Distinguished School (since 2022) with two Apple Distinguished Educators among staff. Extracurriculars include Chess, Robothink, and Dance, among others.
Redbridge International School is located in Lisbon’s Campo de Ourique neighborhood, providing a trilingual education in English, French, and Portuguese. The school uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the French National Curriculum in its primary years, transitioning to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years and Diploma Programmes for secondary students. The campus includes a dedicated library, a multi-use sports court, and a creative atelier for student projects. A unique feature of the school is the "Redbridge Project," a trilingual immersion initiative where students switch between three languages throughout their daily learning and social interactions rather than keeping them separate. The school frequently uses the surrounding neighborhood as a learning space, with students visiting the local market and community gardens for practical lessons. This model focuses on linguistic flexibility and integrating the school environment with the local urban community through direct interaction and multilingual communication.
Brave Generation Academy - Algarve is a hybrid international school in Portugal offering British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula for learners aged 12 to 18. It combines online study with in-person Hubs guided by Learning Coaches, with 24/7 access to a digital platform and Hubs in Lagoa, Lagos, Loulé, Tavira, Vila Sol, and Madeira (Funchal) or online. Curricula are accredited and internationally recognized; the Portuguese+ track uses Portuguese materials and assessments, includes Exames Nacionais preparation, and enables direct entry to Portuguese universities while allowing study abroad. Higher Education is delivered through Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports. Founded in Cascais in July 2022 by Tim and Lidia Vieira, the network has expanded beyond Europe to Africa, the USA and Asia, aiming to democratize access to international education through learner-centered hubs. Learners benefit from flexible pathways and a supportive community.
The Lisboan International School is a British international school in central Lisbon. Opened in September 2025, it currently serves students from FS1 to Year 10, following the Cambridge International Curriculum and progressing to Cambridge IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. From 2027 it will offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school occupies a historic building in Alcântara that has been renovated into flexible, innovative learning spaces powered by solar energy and designed for low energy use. The City as Our Classroom approach links learning to Lisbon's culture and community, fostering curiosity, confidence and global citizenship. The Artemis Education network supports the school, alongside COBIS membership and ongoing accreditation work toward CIS and WASC. A strong emphasis on outdoor education and sport is supported by partnerships with Atlético CP, Monsanto Forest Park and Escala25, while music and arts flourish through collaboration with the Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra, inspiring education.
Lisbon Montessori School offers a Montessori curriculum for children aged 2 to 12. As a co-educational not-for-profit Montessori learning organization, the school emphasizes child-led learning within structured classroom environments. Instruction is delivered in English, with Portuguese-speaking classroom assistants supporting interactions. In the Lower Elementary, students participate in a Portuguese Language Club, and older elementary students receive afternoon Portuguese as a second language with a specialist teacher. This language programming helps immerse students in both English and Portuguese while respecting the Montessori approach to independent activity and practical life skills. The school's size and organization align with a nurturing community where teachers observe and respond to individual pace and interests. Families new to the international education landscape will find a clear path from early childhood through elementary education, with continuity in language exposure and culturally supportive learning. This program fosters autonomy, curiosity, and meaningful collaboration among peers, within a Portuguese context.
St. Dominic's International School is an IB World School in Portugal offering the full IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) for students aged 3 to 18. The Primary Years Programme runs Nursery to Grade 5 as a transdisciplinary, inquiry‑based programme organized around six themes. The Middle Years Programme covers Grades 6–10, using Global Contexts and including Service as Action and the Personal Project across eight subject groups. The Diploma Programme is for Grades 11–12, with core elements Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Action and Service and the Extended Essay, alongside a range of DP courses. The campus sits in a green setting about 25 kilometres from Lisbon. Facilities include 82 classrooms, two libraries, science, technology and computer labs, art, music and drama rooms and two multi‑use gymnasiums for football, basketball, volleyball, tennis and badminton. The SDIS Educational Garden supports outdoor learning, complemented by an arts program and EAL support for international students.
Brave Generation Academy – Braga delivers a hybrid secondary education for learners aged 12 to 18, with online study complemented by in-person Hubs. In Portugal the school offers British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American Core, and Portuguese+ curricula. The Portuguese+ option uses all learning materials in Portuguese, includes preparation for Exames Nacionais, and meets direct-entry requirements for Portuguese universities, while being delivered in English-speaking Hubs to develop both Portuguese and English communication. Learners benefit from 24/7 access to a robust online learning platform and guidance from Course Managers, plus Offline Hubs with Learning Coaches for in-person collaboration. Curricula are accredited and internationally recognised, with qualifications accepted by universities worldwide. Unique Pathway Degree Programmes provide fast, flexible, career-driven options in fields such as Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality and Sports. The program emphasises life skills like adaptability, collaboration, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. This approach is practical and future-focused.
The International School of Madeira is an international day school offering Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary curricula for children aged 3 to 10. Established in 1997, it delivers an English National Curriculum with an international perspective through bilingual English-Portuguese instruction. The Infant School (ages 3–6) follows the Cambridge EYFS framework, organized around six curriculum areas and designed to support bilingual and multilingual learners. The Primary School (ages 6–10) uses the Cambridge Primary Curriculum across more than ten subjects, including English, mathematics and science, with Cambridge Primary English and mathematics strengthening core skills. The school supports bilingual or multilingual learning paths and can adapt the curriculum to a Portuguese program. Class sizes are small, with no more than fifteen pupils per class. Pastoral care and enrichment opportunities underpin a holistic approach. ISM maintains strong links with Madeira's secondary schools, and alumni include professionals across medicine, engineering, education and research opportunities.
CJD International School in Porto, established in 2023/2024 after joining the Dukes Education network, delivers Cambridge education within Colégio Júlio Dinis. The Cambridge curriculum is the core: Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, IGCSE, AS and A Levels, with Cambridge ICE as a group award. English is the official language of instruction; home languages are valued and may be used as learning resources, and EAL support is available. Cambridge Upper Secondary centers on IGCSE, with credit-based progression; to reach Cambridge Advanced, students must accumulate at least seven credits and pass at least five in IGCSE. The facilities include laboratories for chemistry, physics, biology and geology, and a STEM room for interdisciplinary work. The campus comprises buildings with indoor and outdoor sports facilities and a Music Centre and Performing Arts. DELF and DELE exam centers enable language certification. The school participates in eTwinning and Erasmus+ projects, Eco-Schools, and digital leadership initiatives, broadening collaboration across international networks, and fostering a global outlook.
International Sharing School Madeira (ISS Madeira) is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. English is the official language of instruction, and ISS Madeira serves a community representing over 35 nationalities. The IB curriculum uses an inquiry- and concept-based approach across subjects, with emphasis on language development. The Diploma Programme includes Language & Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics and The Arts, with options such as English A, Portuguese A, and language acquisition subjects including Portuguese B, German B, French B and Spanish B. The DP core elements—Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and CAS—encourage independent inquiry and personal growth, preparing students for university. The school's learning environments are flexible and student-centered, evolving from PYP to DP, with spaces such as Mountain Top, Cave, Campire, Watering Hole, Hands-On and Movement. ISS Madeira originated as Madeira British School in 1980 and was recognised as an IB World School in 2017.
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