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Brazilian International School

Brazil, Sao Paulo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Portuguese, English
Fees R$52,474 - 86,074
Ages 1 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages Portuguese, English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Brazilian International School (BIS) in São Paulo offers a bilingual education for ages 1 to 18, combining the British and American curricula within a Brazilian context. English is used as a learning tool from Early Childhood to help students become fluent bilinguals, with a dual Brazilian and International diploma awarded at the end of High School. The school follows Brazil's national calendar and covers Early Childhood through High School (Elementary I and II). BIS emphasizes learning through interaction with the environment and peers, developing critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and cultural appreciation. Contemporary infrastructure supports emotional and cognitive development. Cambridge Examinations for Young Learners (Starters, Movers, Flyers) are offered in partnership with Cultura Inglesa, along with KET and PET, with international certificates. From ninth grade, SAT and TOEFL practice supports university admissions worldwide. Extracurriculars include ImaginAction arts and dance, Allégresse Musical Theatre in English, and sport and leadership programs for students.

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Avenida Iraí, 1330 Planalto Paulista - Indianópolis, São Paulo - SP, 04082-003, Brazil

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The Essentials

Brazilian International School has instruction in Portuguese, English.

Location
Located in São Paulo, Brazil. Address: Av. Iraí, 1330, Planalto Paulista, CEP 04082-003. Central contact: 11 5502-5555.

Stages
Early Childhood Education; Elementary I; Elementary II; High School. The teaching approach is bilingual and combines Brazilian and International curricula.

Type
Bilingual Brazilian school.

Country affiliation
Brazil

School day structure
Early Childhood: Half-Period (4 hours) sessions, e.g., 8:00–12:00 or 8:15–12:15 (morning) and 1:15–5:15 or 1:30–5:30 (afternoon); Extended day options from 8:00–16:00 up to 8:00–18:00. Elementary School: Semi-full day, 7:45–3:45. Middle School: Semi-full day, 7:30–3:40. High School: Semi-full day, 7:30–4:30 (Mon–Thu) and 7:30–1:00 (Fri).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Brazilian International School ranges from BRL 52,474 to BRL 86,074 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrollment fees
- Maternal and Infantil (Early Childhood): Enrollment (matrícula) R$ 4,372.83.
- Fundamental I (Elementary I): Enrollment (matrícula) R$ 6,431.75.
- Fundamental II (Elementary II): Enrollment (matrícula) R$ 6,593.75.
- Ensino Médio (High School): Enrollment (matrícula) R$ 7,172.83.

Tuition fees by year group (monthly)
- Maternal and Infantil (Early Childhood): Mensalidade R$ 4,372.83 per month. Annual equivalent (12 months): R$ 52,473.96 (calculated).
- Fundamental I (Elementary I): Mensalidade R$ 6,431.75 per month. Annual equivalent (12 months): R$ 77,181.00 (calculated).
- Fundamental II (Elementary II): Mensalidade R$ 6,593.75 per month. Annual equivalent (12 months): R$ 79,125.00 (calculated).
- Ensino Médio (High School): Mensalidade R$ 7,172.83 per month. Annual equivalent (12 months): R$ 86,073.96 (calculated).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No publicly available detailed billing schedule (for example: number of installments, due dates, early-payment discounts, or late-payment penalties) was found alongside the fee figures. Families should note that the school provides a central contact number for admissions and billing inquiries.

Boarding fees
- No boarding program or boarding fees are indicated; the school operates as a day school covering Early Childhood through High School. No boarding charges apply.

Other costs and mandatory extras
- Uniforms: Uniforms are provided through named suppliers associated with the school (Catarina Uniforms and Na Rua da Escola). Specific uniform item prices are not published.
- External examination fees: The school offers access to international exams such as TOEFL and TOEIC; fees for those external exams are charged by the exam bodies and are not included in the mensalidade.
- Complementary activities and optional extracurriculars: The school lists complementary activities as part of school life; fees for optional activities (if any) are not published with the tuition figures.

Refund information
- No publicly accessible, itemized refund policy for enrollment, cancellation, or exit (for example conditions for refunding matrícula or mensalidade) was found together with the fee figures. Specific refund terms are not published in the available fee information.

Fee payment options
- No definitive list of accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, PIX, direct debit) was published with the fee figures. Payment method details should be confirmed with the school's admissions or finance office.

Brief summary of findings and missing fee details
- Publicly available, itemized monthly tuition and enrollment (matrícula) amounts for each year group were located and are listed above.
- The following details were not publicly available together with the fee figures and therefore could not be stated with certainty: the school's billing schedule (number of installments and exact due dates), explicit payment terms and accepted payment methods, itemized prices for uniforms and optional activities, a formal written refund/cancellation policy, and any separate charges for services such as transportation, meals, or extended-day care.
Academics

Brazilian International School teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The Brazilian International School offers bilingual education from Early Childhood. English is used as a learning tool, and the Brazilian and International curricula complement each other to provide a complete education. From Early Childhood, students incorporate English into daily life and develop fluency, becoming natural bilinguals. The school follows the national calendar and covers all stages of Basic Education: Early Childhood Education, Elementary I, Elementary II, and High School. The program emphasizes learning through interaction with the environment and peers. At the end of High School, students receive a dual diploma—Brazilian and International—preparing them to apply to universities in Brazil or abroad.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are prepared to pursue higher education in Brazil or abroad. The dual diploma—Brazilian and International—facilitates university applications in Brazil and internationally. English fluency acquired through the bilingual program supports admission to many international universities.
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Accessibility and interview: BIS seeks accessibility and diversity in admissions. Requests for the new school year can be made at any time to reserve spots. The admission process emphasizes an interview as the most important and decisive part of the selection, aligning the school's proposal with the expectations of students and families. The interview can occur at any time during the year. 2. Reservation after admission: After admission, reserving a spot requires paying a reservation fee, which is deductible from the enrollment fee. This arrangement helps secure a place for the student's enrollment. 3. Enrollment steps: Enrollment is completed upon the submission of the necessary documentation required by law and the payment of the first installment of the annual fee. Completing the enrollment form and finalizing the online process through the BIS website is essential. 4.
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