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Brasilia International School

Brazil, Brasília

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1998
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Brasilia International School (BIS) is an international Christian school founded in 1998 to serve international community. It offers a North American education delivered in English, blending the American Educators Reach Out standards with Biblical worldview integration. The elementary program (Pre-K to Grade 6) provides English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Music, Physical Education, and Art, emphasizing group learning, STEM projects, and Kingdom Seekers social-emotional learning. In secondary Grades 7–12, BIS emphasizes individualized guidance, course selection, and college preparation, with access to online NorthStar Academy courses that include AP and Dual Enrollment, enabling students to earn college credit while still in high school and graduate with an American diploma. The school is non-denominational and a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS). BIS supports intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual development in a safe, structured environment, preparing graduates for study in the United States, Canada, England, and beyond.

Conjunto C Lotes 67/68, SGAS 914 - Asa Sul, Brasília - DF, 70390-140, Brazil

The Essentials

Brasilia International School has instruction in English.

Location
SGAS 914 Cj C Lt 67/68 Asa Sul, Brasília – DF, 70390-140. Located in the Asa Sul neighborhood of Brasília, Brazil.

Type
Private international Christian school (non-denominational) with North American style education in English.

Additional learning support
Student support and enrichment opportunities are provided.

Religious affiliation
Christian, non-denominational
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required. BIS uniforms can be purchased at Sasse Uniformes. Uniforms are required during the academic day, with exceptions for Spirit Weeks, Field Days, or announced specials. Skirts are permitted only for elementary students. Shoes must be enclosed-toe.

Food Options
Escola Gourmet runs the school cafeteria (since July 2025). Students can eat school lunches with a meal plan or bring their own lunch. Microwaves are available for heating, and weekly menus are available via the Escola Gourmet app.

Governance and Ownership
Private, non-denominational school established in 1998. It is a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS).
Fees
Application fee
- A non‑zero application fee is required as part of the admissions process; payment of the application fee is listed as a required step before enrollment can proceed.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Specific tuition amounts by year group and per term or per year are not published on the publicly available admissions and school pages for the 2026/27 academic year (the school's admissions information refers to application procedures but does not list fee amounts). The school accepts applications for the 2025/26 school year in its admissions materials, but no public fee schedule or detailed amounts for 2026/27 or 2025/26 are posted on the searchable pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's admissions process includes an interview with the Finance Director as part of enrollment, indicating that billing schedules and payment terms are arranged and confirmed through the Finance Office during admissions and registration. No fixed public billing calendar, term-by-term invoice amounts, late‑payment penalties, or formal payment‑term text was found on the publicly available pages.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Brasilia International School is presented as an international day school offering a North American style program; no boarding program or boarding fee schedule is listed on the public school pages. Therefore, no boarding fees are applicable or published.

Other costs and mandatory purchases
- Uniforms: School uniforms are required and are purchased through the Sasse Uniformes store (location and vendor link provided on the Parents page). Specific uniform prices are not published on the school's public pages.
- Meals: A cafeteria meal plan is offered through a contracted vendor (Escola Gourmet) beginning July 2025; meal plan pricing is not listed on the school's public pages.
- Additional potential charges (examples that are commonly charged by schools but are not itemised publicly by this school) such as activity fees, field trip fees, textbooks, technology fees, sports or extracurricular fees, school supplies, or transportation are not listed with prices on the school's public pages. Billing for these items, if applicable, is handled through the Finance Office.

Refund information
- No public refund policy, tuition refund schedule, or guidance on refunds for withdrawal or dismissal was found on the school's public admissions or parent pages. Refund terms appear to be managed administratively by the Finance Office and are not posted as a public schedule.

Fee payment options
- The school uses an online enrollment system (Sycamore) for applications and parent access, and the Admissions process includes an interview with the Finance Director; however, specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, local boleto, cash, etc.) are not listed on the public pages. Payment arrangements and accepted payment methods are confirmed directly by the Finance Office during the admissions/registration process.

Contact and practical next steps to obtain exact amounts
- The school's public pages provide direct contact information for admissions and finance inquiries. Use the main office phone +55 (61) 3246‑1306 or the Admissions WhatsApp +55 (61) 9 8115‑6767, and the general office email office@biseagles.com to request the current, itemised fee schedule for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic year and confirmed payment terms. The Admissions page notes that applicants will meet with the Finance Director as part of the application process.

Summary of availability
- The following fee elements are confirmed as required or available from the school's public materials: an application fee (amount not published), required uniforms (vendor listed), and an optional/contracted meal plan (vendor listed). Specific tuition amounts by grade, per term or per year, boarding fees, refund schedules, and payment method details are not published on the school's publicly accessible admissions, about, or parents pages and must be obtained from the school's Finance Office at the contact details above.
Academics

Brasilia International School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
Brasilia International School provides a North-American education in English. The curriculum follows the American Educators Reach Out standards, preparing students for study in international schools and post-secondary programs in the United States, Canada, England and other countries. Instruction is delivered from a Biblical worldview with weekly chapel and Biblical integration across subjects. Elementary (Pre-K to Grade 6) includes English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Music, Physical Education, and Art, with group learning, STEM projects and Kingdom Seekers social-emotional learning. Secondary (Grades 7–12) emphasizes individualized learning, guidance counseling for course selection and college preparation, and offers NorthStar Academy courses, including AP and Dual Enrollment, with nearly 200 offerings. Students graduate with an American diploma.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education in the United States, Canada, England and other countries. Guidance counseling supports course selection and college preparation. NorthStar Academy offers nearly 200 courses including AP and Dual Enrollment, enabling college credit opportunities while in high school.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The programs focus on Intellectual, Social, Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Development. Students are encouraged to interact respectfully with peers and teachers and to develop life skills to become responsible leaders.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school values diverse learning styles and provides student support and enrichment opportunities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-language instruction is provided in a North American style. Additional English testing may be required for non-native speakers. Entry and graduation in language-focused programs may be based on the WIDA English Language Development measures. Students have access to online AP courses via NorthStar Academy.

Mental Wellbeing
Emotional development is a focus within BIS's development program; students learn in a safe, structured, and caring environment that supports well-being.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe, structured, caring environment and treats all students with respect and fairness.
Parent Experience

History
Brasilia International School is a private school founded in 1998 to serve the international community in Brasilia. The BIS provides a high-quality U.S.-style education based on a Biblical worldview. The school emphasizes respect and fairness for students from all countries, cultures, and religions, and supports intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual development. It is non-denominational and a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS). The BIS also partners with North Star Academy to provide online courses and an accelerated graduation option.

Community
The BIS community emphasizes building a strong partnership between school and family for student success. The school publishes Latest News & Events and shares updates via social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram). The campus hosts events such as BIS Field Day. On-campus visits can be scheduled to meet administrators.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
North American education in English with a Biblical worldview integrated into the curriculum. Weekly chapel sessions accompany learning. Graduates receive an American diploma. For the upper grades, 9–12 students may enroll in additional courses through NorthStar Academy, which offers nearly 200 courses including AP and Dual Enrollment, allowing college credit while still in high school.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school teaches in English and follows a North American–style education. The curriculum includes English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Music, Physical Education, and Art. In Elementary, students participate in group learning and STEM projects through a Biblical perspective. Secondary students receive guidance counseling for college preparation and future planning, and may take AP or Dual Enrollment courses via NorthStar Academy, earning an American diploma.

Arts & Creative
Music and Art are part of the Elementary program. Physical Education is also included in Elementary. The arts are integrated within BIS's English-language, North American–style curriculum.

Leadership & Professional
Guidance counseling helps students with course selection, college preparation, and future planning. Students in grades 9–12 may add courses through NorthStar Academy, which offers nearly 200 courses including AP and Dual Enrollment for college credit.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The programs at BIS develop intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Weekly chapel sessions teach Biblical applications across subjects. Kingdom Seekers provides Social/Emotional Learning for Elementary students. BIS emphasizes a safe, structured, caring environment that helps students gain life skills to become contributing leaders.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English. It follows a North American style of education. Brasilia International School is a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS). The curriculum supports post-secondary studies in the United States, Canada, England and other countries with similar academic structures.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Online Registration. New families complete the online application by registering a new family, and you must use School ID 4004 when prompted. Registration is confirmed via the email you receive after submitting. 2. Assessments and Interviews. Placement tests are required: under 6 years old receive an in-person assessment, while 6 years and older take a computer-based MAP test that covers language and math. Additional English testing may be required for non-native speakers. Interviews may be required for students, including an interview with the School Director and an interview with the Finance Director. 3. Application Checklist. The checklist requires a completed online enrollment application, placement test/assessment results, and interviews with both the School Director and the Finance Director, plus payment of the application fee. 4. Required Documents. Uploads should include the student's passport, ID, or birth certificate; parents' passports or IDs; most recent report cards or transcripts; applicable testing and evaluation results (e.g., MAP scores, IEP reports); vaccination records and blood type information; a digital photo of the student; and any confidential forms (Special Services Form or Recommendation Form) if applicable. 5. Additional Information. Age and potty-training requirements are as follows: ELC at least 3 years old, Pre-K at least 4, Kindergarten at least 5, all with potty training by September 1. Grade placements are determined by the School Director and Admissions Team after reviewing assessments and school records. For students entering grades 9–12, a guidance counselor will assess transfer credits for graduation requirements. The BIS school year follows the US calendar, with Semester 1 August–December and Semester 2 January–June. The school provides equal educational opportunities regardless of ethnic, national, or other backgrounds.
School Events
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