Escola Americana de Campinas

Brazil, Campinas

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Portuguese

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 850

Type Co-educational

Opened 1956

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum

Taught languages Portuguese, English, Spanish, Korean

Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Escola Americana de Campinas (EAC) is an independent, not-for-profit, co-educational international school on a 15-acre campus in Campinas, Brazil, about one hour from São Paulo. The school serves around 850 students aged 2 to 19 and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). The curriculum combines Montessori foundations in Preschool with a standards-based American and Brazilian program in Grades 1–12, and offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in Grades 1–5 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12. It operates as a dual-language environment (English/Portuguese) with Portuguese language instruction for 4- and 5-year-olds as part of the Brazilian program. The campus emphasizes STEAM across the curriculum; a 1:7 student-to-teacher ratio; and a developing Arts Center featuring a 500+ seat theater. After-school activities include Athletics, Creative Arts, Academics, Technology, Wellness, and Global Citizenship, with more than 40 offerings.

R. Cajamar, 35 - Jardim Alto da Barra, Campinas - SP, 13090-860, Brazil

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The Essentials

Location

Campinas, São Paulo State, Brazil. The campus sits on a 15-acre, purpose-built site in Jardim Alto da Barra. It is about 1 hour from the city of São Paulo.

Stages

Preschool (K2 to K5); Elementary School (G1 to G5); Upper School (G6 to G12)

Type

Independent, non-profit, co-educational

Additional learning support

A comprehensive Student Support and Success Program includes English Language Learning, Learning Support, Social-Emotional Counseling, Career/University Advising, and Health Services.

Country affiliation

American international school located in Brazil

School day structure

The school operates a seven-hour daily schedule.

Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

Founded by a small group of parents in 1956 and currently sponsored by six multinational companies (3M, Goodyear, Hyundai, Caterpillar, Sylvamo, and CPFL). Each sponsor company appoints an employee to serve on the EAC Board of Trustees, which guides the school's strategic direction and monitors its financial health.

Fees

Application / Enrollment Fees
- The school requires an enrollment (application/registration) fee to secure a student's place; payment of this enrollment fee is part of finalizing admission.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts)
- Tuition varies by grade level (Preschool, Elementary, Upper School) and the school does not publish specific per-grade or per-term amounts publicly.
- Tuition is described as covering full‑day instruction, after‑school activities, field trips (including grade‑level overnight trips), books, and most classroom supplies; specific fee totals per term or per year group must be obtained from admissions.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school follows an American academic calendar (August/July to June) and enrollment is completed by signing a contract; the enrollment fee secures the spot prior to contract execution. The detailed billing schedule and payment terms (for example, annual versus termly billing, number of instalments, due dates, late‑payment penalties) are specified in the enrollment contract and are not published as fixed figures on the public admissions pages.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. EAC operates as a day school (no boarding program listed).

Other costs and fees
- Tuition is stated to include many in‑class costs (books and most classroom supplies) and many field trips and activities, but additional items commonly charged separately by schools may apply (examples that families should expect to budget for include: uniforms, personal school supplies beyond those covered, optional extracurricular program fees beyond those included in tuition, transport services, school lunch/meal plans, and certain special trips or external exam fees). The school does not publish a comprehensive public price list of these additional items.

Refund information
- Specific refund, cancellation, or withdrawal rules (including whether the enrollment fee is refundable, how refunds are calculated if a family withdraws, and notice periods required) are determined by the school's enrolment contract and are not published as a standalone public policy on the admissions pages.

Fee payment options
- The admissions and application material note that payment of the enrollment fee is required to finalize enrollment; however, the public admissions pages do not itemize the accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, boleto, credit card). Payment methods and instructions are provided to families during the contract/enrollment process.

Summary of available public information
- The school confirms that fees vary by grade level and that an enrollment fee is required; it also confirms what tuition generally covers and that the school follows an American academic calendar. There are no specific per‑grade, per‑term, or per‑year numerical fee amounts, nor a publicly posted detailed schedule of additional fees, refund terms, or accepted payment instruments on the school's public admissions and FAQ pages (these items are handled through the admissions/contract process).

(If you require precise numeric fee figures, the school's admissions office provides the official fee schedule and contract terms at the point of offer and enrollment.)

Academics

Curriculum

The school is a dual-language school (English/Portuguese) with Montessori in Preschool; a standards‑based American and Brazilian program in Grades 1–12; the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in Grades 1–5 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12.

Student Teacher Ratio

7:1 student-to-faculty ratio; no class exceeds 22 students.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates gain admission to highly competitive universities worldwide, with a graduating class typically achieving 100% admission to competitive universities. Destinations include universities in the United States (e.g., Duke University, Georgetown University, UC San Diego, University of Michigan, University of Notre Dame, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University), in Europe (e.g., Durham University, Erasmus University Rotterdam, ESSEC Business School), and institutions in Brazil and other countries.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social Emotional Learning is integrated across the curriculum from Preschool onward, guided by EAC's Core Values. SEL helps students understand themselves and others, manage their emotions, forge healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions. The program also engages parents to support students' social-emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning Support provides differentiated instruction and individualized learning strategies for identified students. Homeroom and Learning Support teachers collaborate to tailor approaches, and withdrawal for targeted instruction is supplemental.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The ESL (English as a Second Language) curriculum provides academic and social language support for non-native English speakers in the Elementary School. The primary purpose is to ensure all students become proficient in English and achieve academic success, through one-on-one, small-group (pull-out) and in-class (push-in) support in consultation with the Homeroom teacher. All subjects are taught in English, while Brazilian studies are taught in Portuguese for 1h20 daily.

Mental Wellbeing

The Elementary Developmental Counseling Program focuses on the development of the whole student with emphasis on pastoral care, supporting academic, personal, social, and emotional success during the Elementary School.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding / Child Protection recognizes that child protection and welfare considerations permeate all aspects of school life and must be reflected in all policies, practices and activities. The policy aims to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, with proactive training for students, parents, faculty and staff, and all adults who come into contact with children are vetted and trained.

Parent Experience

History

Founded in 1956, EAC is an accredited, not-for-profit, co-educational international school on a 15-acre campus in Campinas, Brazil, about 1 hour from São Paulo. It is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. The school serves about 850 students aged 2 to 19, representing more than 20 nationalities, and maintains a 1:7 student-to-teacher ratio. The Arts Center is in progress as part of the school's ongoing development.

Community

There are 100+ parent and alumni volunteers who are deeply connected to EAC. Alumni participate in numerous events throughout the year and have a dedicated alumni area. Signature events at EAC include International Day, Welcome Back EAC & Alumni Day, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. International Day is an inclusive, multicultural celebration featuring performances and cultural booths.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

There is a robust parent and alumni volunteer network of 100+ members. The Alumni program runs events throughout the year and maintains a dedicated alumni area. Alumni can contact EAC to arrange visits. Signature events include International Day, Welcome Back EAC & Alumni Day, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. International Day is an inclusive, multicultural celebration with performances and cultural booths.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

The campus sits on a 15-acre, purpose-built site in Campinas, Brazil. It is an accredited international school serving ages 2 to 19. The Facilities Master Plan guides growth and the Arts Center will include a 500+ seat theater, new specialized classrooms, and an expanded restaurant. The Arts Center is being developed with a safe external access point and other learning spaces. The Library Learning Commons offers a multilingual collection of print and digital resources with access to the Library Catalog and Sora eLibrary. International Day, Alumni Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving are signature events on campus.

Academic Facilities

The school integrates STEAM across the curriculum. Preschool and Elementary students use iPads and Chromebooks to support STEAM experiences; robotics is integrated in these levels. The Upper School runs a 1:1 laptop program. Middle School offers coursework in Art and Design, Graphic/Multimedia Design, Introduction to Engineering, Programming & Coding, and Robotics; High School offers elective courses in these areas. Portuguese language instruction for 4- and 5-year-olds is offered as part of the Brazilian Program (BP) following BNCC.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The After School Activities program serves Grades 1–12 with a co-curricular program including Athletics, Creative Arts, Academics, Technology, Wellness and Global Citizenship. Activities vary by year depending on season, staff and facilities. Signature events include International Day, Welcome Back Alumni Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Students from Grade 1 to Grade 12 are offered a robust after school co-curricular program. Activities vary from year to year depending on season, availability of personnel and facilities. The After School Program encompasses Athletics, Creative Arts, Academics, Technology, Wellness, and Global Citizenship. There are more than 40 offerings in the program.

Arts & Creative

Creative Arts includes Visual Arts, Music, Theatre Arts, and Film, with performances and showcases throughout the year. The Little Shop of Horrors production illustrates high school theatre arts and band involvement. EAC is a member of the International Schools Theatre Association (ISTA), connecting students with a global network in theatre education.

Cultural & Language

EAC is a dual-language school (English/Portuguese). International Day is a signature multicultural event with performances, cultural booths, nationality parades, presentations, food tastings, and games. Global citizenship is a focus area within the after-school program, alongside athletics, technology, and the arts.

Social & Hobbies

Social and hobby-oriented opportunities are supported through the after-school program, which includes Athletics, Creative Arts, Technology, Wellness, and Global Citizenship. Participation and variety are broad, with more than 40 offerings allowing students to pursue personal interests and socialize beyond class. Programs run for Grades 1–12 and vary by season and staff availability.

Community & Service

Students engage in developmentally appropriate community service and action experiences throughout the school. In Preschool and Elementary, opportunities to take action benefiting their classroom or community are embedded into the curriculum. Upper School students participate in community service projects, usually in partnership with outside organizations.

Leadership & Professional

Career and university advising is provided as part of the Student Support and Success Services. The comprehensive guidance program includes counseling and career/university advising. Learning Support and English Language Learning are available to support students' academic and language development, and the Student Support Team includes counselors and special education specialists.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The Athletics program develops physical well-being, commitment, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy competition; participation is encouraged for all students in Grades 1–12. Wellness is integrated into the after-school program, promoting physical and mental health as part of a holistic approach to student wellbeing.

Languages

Language Provision

The school teaches in English and Portuguese. All subjects are taught in English, while Brazilian studies are taught in Portuguese for 1h20 daily. A bilingual environment supports language development from Preschool onward, and English language learning (EAL) is available.

Bilingual Teaching

The school is a dual language school (English/Portuguese). A bilingual environment supports language development across Preschool and beyond. Students new to English benefit from an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program.

Immersion Programs

Preschool offers early English immersion. The environment is bilingual, supporting acquisition of English and Portuguese.

Reputation

Accreditations

Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation — international accreditation by an umbrella organization of international schools (London, UK).
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) accreditation — U.S.-based regional accreditation body for K-12 education (Boston, USA).
American Montessori Society authorization — Preschool (authorization to offer Montessori programs).
International Baccalaureate authorization — Primary Years Program in Grades 1-5 and Diploma Program in Grades 11-12.
Ministério de Educação — authorization by Brazil's Ministry of Education.

Admissions

1. Inquiry: The journey begins with an Inquiry Form where families express interest in joining EAC. Applications are accepted and reviewed year round. The Admissions team uses the inquiry to initiate contact and address initial questions. Families are invited to schedule personalized tours to learn more about the school.
2. Online portal & documents: Parents gain access to an online portal with a login and password. They submit personal information and documents, including report cards from the last three years. This information supports the initial screening and planning. The portal centralizes submission for the admissions team.
3. English proficiency testing: For entry into Upper School or the 5th grade second semester, students take an English proficiency test. The test assesses current language ability to determine needed support. Results guide placement and subsequent language services if required. The assessment ensures the school can provide appropriate support.
4. Application review: After submission of documents, Academic Directors and the Head of School carefully review the application. They assess academic records, language needs, and overall fit with EAC programs. The review informs the next steps in the enrollment process. Decisions are communicated to families.
5. Enrollment decisions & waitlist: Enrollment depends on available spots, often determined when students transition out, typically two weeks before school ends. If no spots are available, students are placed on a waiting list and notified when spots become available. Families are kept informed about status and next steps. Availability can vary by grade level.
6. Vacancy details: When a vacancy is confirmed, families provide additional details such as school transfer documents and relevant health information. This information helps finalize the transfer and ensures continuity of records and health considerations.
7. Enrollment fee: To finalize enrollment, families pay the enrollment fee. This action secures the spot and signals commitment to joining the EAC community.
8. Contract: Finally, with all steps complete, a contract is signed. The contract places the enrollment in effect and the student is ready to begin their journey with EAC.

Waitlist

Enrollment depends on available spots, often determined when students transition out, typically two weeks before school ends. If no spots are available, students are placed on a waiting list and notified when spots are available.

School Events

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FAQs

Where is Escola Americana de Campinas located and what is the campus like?

Escola Americana de Campinas is in Campinas, São Paulo State, Brazil, on a purpose-built 15-acre campus in Jardim Alto da Barra, about one hour from São Paulo. The campus includes developing facilities such as an Arts Center with a planned 500+ seat theater and outdoor and learning spaces guided by a Facilities Master Plan.

What ages and school levels does EAC serve?

EAC serves students aged 2 to 18 across Preschool (K2–K5), Elementary (Grades 1–5) and Upper School (Grades 6–12). The school is co-educational and educates approximately 850 students.

What curriculum does EAC follow and is instruction bilingual?

EAC is a dual-language (English/Portuguese) school combining Montessori foundations in Preschool with a standards-based American and Brazilian program in Grades 1–12. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme in Grades 1–5 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12.

How does the admissions process work for families relocating from overseas?

Admissions begin with an Inquiry Form and may include a personalized tour and access to an online portal to submit documents and recent report cards. Upper School entrants (and Grade 5 second‑semester applicants) take an English proficiency test, and final enrollment is confirmed by payment of an enrollment fee and signing the contract.

Is there an enrollment or application fee to secure a place?

Yes, the school requires an enrollment (application/registration) fee to secure a student's place, and payment of this enrollment fee is part of finalizing admission and confirming a spot.

What happens if my child's grade is full—does EAC operate a waitlist?

If no spots are available, students are placed on a waiting list and families are notified when openings occur. Availability can vary by grade level and vacancies are often confirmed when students transition out, typically around two weeks before school ends.

What is the student–teacher ratio and typical class size at EAC?

EAC maintains a 1:7 student-to-teacher ratio and no class exceeds 22 students. This staffing model supports individualized attention and differentiated instruction.

Which international programmes does EAC offer, and at what levels?

EAC is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in Grades 1–5 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12. Preschool is Montessori‑based and Grades 1–12 follow a standards‑based American and Brazilian program.

Where do EAC graduates typically go for higher education?

Graduates gain admission to competitive universities worldwide, with a history of placements in the United States (for example Duke, Georgetown, University of Michigan, USC, Vanderbilt), Europe (for example Durham, Erasmus, ESSEC) as well as institutions in Brazil and other countries. The school reports a graduating class typically achieving 100% admission to competitive universities.

How large is the campus and what major facilities can families expect?

The campus sits on 15 acres and includes learning spaces guided by a Facilities Master Plan, a Library Learning Commons with multilingual print and digital collections, and a developing Arts Center that will feature a 500+ seat theater, specialized classrooms, and expanded dining facilities.

What academic and digital resources are available in the library and learning commons?

The Library Learning Commons offers a multilingual collection of print and digital resources with access to a library catalog and the Sora eLibrary. These resources support research, reading and curricular projects across grade levels.

What STEAM and technology resources does EAC provide for students?

STEAM is integrated across the curriculum: Preschool and Elementary students use iPads and Chromebooks and experience robotics, while the Upper School runs a 1:1 laptop program. Middle and High School offer coursework and electives in Art and Design, Graphic/Multimedia Design, Introduction to Engineering, Programming & Coding, and Robotics.

What kinds of after-school activities and clubs are available at EAC?

The After School Activities program serves Grades 1–12 and includes Athletics, Creative Arts, Academics, Technology, Wellness, and Global Citizenship, with more than 40 offerings that vary by season, staff and facilities. Programs allow students to pursue interests outside the school day and socialize with peers.

Does EAC have a strong performing arts programme and theatre opportunities?

Yes, Creative Arts includes Visual Arts, Music, Theatre Arts and Film, with performances and showcases throughout the year. The school is a member of the International Schools Theatre Association (ISTA) and the High School produces full theatrical productions such as Little Shop of Horrors.

How does the school encourage community service and global citizenship?

Community service and action experiences are embedded developmentally: Preschool and Elementary students undertake classroom and community actions, while Upper School students engage in service projects often partnered with external organizations. Global citizenship is also a focus area within the after-school program.

What support is available for students who are not native English speakers?

EAC offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL/ESL) programme with one-on-one, small-group (pull-out) and in-class (push-in) support to help non-native speakers achieve academic proficiency. English proficiency testing is used for placement and to determine levels of support for Upper School entrants and certain other admissions.

How does EAC support students with learning needs or special educational needs (SEN)?

Learning Support provides differentiated instruction and individualized strategies for identified students, with collaboration between homeroom and Learning Support teachers. Withdrawal for targeted instruction is supplemental and designed to complement classroom learning.

What pastoral care and mental wellbeing services does the school provide?

EAC has social-emotional learning integrated from Preschool guided by core values, and an Elementary Developmental Counseling Program focused on academic, personal, social and emotional development. The Student Support and Success team includes counselors and provides social-emotional counseling and health services.

Is boarding available at Escola Americana de Campinas?

No, EAC operates as a day school and does not offer a boarding programme.

What are some school traditions and events that help new families feel part of the community?

Signature events include International Day, Welcome Back EAC & Alumni Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving, which feature multicultural performances, cultural booths, parades and community activities. These events are designed to be inclusive and support family and alumni engagement.

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