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Escola Chinesa Internacional

Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Portuguese, Mandarin, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 13 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Chinese National Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, English, Portuguese
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Escola Chinesa Internacional, based in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, is Brazil's first international Chinese school. It welcomes children aged 1 to 13 and offers tri-lingual instruction in Mandarin, Portuguese, and English with native teachers. The Early Childhood program uses Montessori education, providing a quality, hands-on environment with materials across science, language, geography, history, astronomy, geology, mathematics, and languages. In Fundamental I and II (grades 1–7), the curriculum blends BNCC-aligned Brazilian standards with Chinese educational elements, prioritizing Portuguese, mathematics, sciences, and humanities. Core subjects such as mathematics and Chinese are taught in Mandarin by specialists, while Mandarin is integrated with English to sustain a tri-lingual environment. Language instruction is organized by language blocks to cultivate multilingual proficiency and a multicultural perspective. The school emphasizes holistic development, equality, tolerance, respect for diverse origins, and a personalized approach to nurture each student's interests and potential. The campus features Espaço Tia Maína, after-school options, and project-based learning in robotics, programming, and Chinese culture.

R. São Clemente, 379 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-009, Brazil

The Essentials

Escola Chinesa Internacional has instruction in Portuguese, Mandarin, English.

Location
Located in Botafogo, in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Address: Rua São Clemente, 379, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Stages
Education Infantil (early childhood) and Ensino Fundamental (elementary); Montessori method used.

Type
International school; trilíngue instruction in Mandarin, Portuguese, and English with native teachers.

Country affiliation
Brazil
Fees
Application fees:
- No fixed application, registration, or enrollment fee amount is publicly posted for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. No specific numeric application fee can be provided.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year group):
- The school does not publish a detailed tuition schedule by year group, term, or monthly installment for 2026/27 or 2025/26. There are no publicly available per-term or per-year tuition figures to state.

Billing schedule and payment terms:
- No publicly posted billing schedule, instalment structure (monthly/termly/annual) or explicit payment deadlines is available. There are no published terms showing whether tuition is billed monthly, per term, or annually for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Boarding fees (if applicable):
- The school operates as a day school with published daily schedules and no descriptions of boarding or residential accommodation. There are no boarding fees because boarding facilities are not offered.

Other costs or fees (uniform, meals, extracurriculars, materials, transport):
- Extracurricular activities are offered in partnership with external providers and are presented as additional programmes; however, specific fees for uniforms, meals, activity packages, transport or learning materials are not published as fixed amounts. No uniform price list, meal plan cost, or set fee for extracurriculars is publicly posted.

Refund information:
- There is no publicly posted refund policy or detailed terms describing refunds for withdrawal, cancellation, or unused tuition for 2026/27 or 2025/26. No specific refund amounts or conditions are published.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, boleto, etc.):
- No explicit list of accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, boleto bancário, PIX, cash) is publicly posted. Payment channels and detailed instructions are not published as fixed policy.

Brief summary of findings and gaps:
- A review of the school's publicly available published pages and downloadable notices shows descriptive information about programmes, schedules, admissions forms and a philanthropic scholarship regulation, but no public fee schedule, no numeric values for application or tuition fees, and no published billing, refund or payment-method details for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The sources consulted include the school's main pages, contact/admissions sections and published PDFs; those pages do not contain the numeric fee data requested.
Academics

Escola Chinesa Internacional teaches Chinese National Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 13.

Curriculum
Montessori Education for Early Childhood. The Montessori approach provides an authentic, high-quality environment with materials across science, language, geography, history, astronomy, geology, mathematics, and languages, guiding each child to discover their unique potential and develop independence. In Fundamental I and II (Grades 1–7), the curriculum blends the Brazilian education system (BNCC-aligned) with Chinese educational elements, prioritizing Portuguese, mathematics, sciences, and humanities. Core subjects like mathematics and Chinese are taught in Mandarin by specialists, while Mandarin is integrated with English to create a tri-lingual learning environment. Language instruction is organized by language blocks to cultivate multilingual proficiency and a multicultural perspective. The program emphasizes holistic development, equality, tolerance, respect for diverse origins, and a personalized approach that nurtures each student's interests and potential.

Higher Education Progression
The school has partnerships with prestigious Chinese institutions to provide opportunities to access international higher education.

Gifted and Talented
The school aims to reveal exceptional talents in a tri-lingual environment (Mandarin, Portuguese, and English).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Holistic development is central to the Montessori-based Education Infantil, promoting physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. The Montessori system, with the dedication of our teachers, enables children to learn life skills, nurture self-care, and cultivate independence while practicing basic movements and other skills. Montessori classrooms are equipped with materials that support science, animals, plants, history, geography, astronomy, geology, mathematics, and languages. The approach is multicultural, with teachers from Brazil, China, and the United States, enriching social interactions and cultural understanding. Education with love emphasizes equality, tolerance, and respect for diverse family backgrounds and nationalities, promoting harmony and moral growth. We teach according to each student's aptitudes, focusing on discovering their interests and individual potentials.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Inclusion and diversity are central to the learning environment. We provide support and adapt content to ensure the best understanding and well-being of students. Our diverse team of teachers, including Montessori specialists from Brazil, China, and the United States, supports inclusive learning. We accept students of all nationalities, reflecting our inclusive philosophy. Enrollment and classroom practices emphasize inclusion and plurality.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
We offer a language-immersion environment in which children have daily contact with three languages: Mandarin, Portuguese, and English, taught by native teachers from China, the United States, and Brazil. This approach develops listening and speaking skills in all three languages, providing a complete and effective language-learning experience. The school emphasizes trilíngual immersion to prepare students for a global context.

Mental Wellbeing
Emotional and social development are integral to the Montessori approach. The Montessori system, together with our dedicated teachers, promotes emotional well-being and a sense of belonging. The school fosters inclusion, equality, tolerance, and respect for diverse backgrounds, promoting harmony and moral growth. A personalized approach teaches according to each student's aptitudes, supporting confidence and motivation.
Parent Experience

History
The Escola Chinesa Internacional is the first international Chinese school outside China. It was conceived by the general director and founder Prof. Yuan Aiping. It welcomes children of Chinese and non-Chinese nationalities from age one and offers daily tri-lingual immersion in Mandarin, Portuguese and English. The objective is to provide an internationally benchmarked education in Brazil following the model of China's basic education to reveal exceptional talents in a tri-lingual environment, supported by partnerships with prestigious Chinese institutions that enable international exchanges and teacher training. The school is maintained by the Associação Chinesa de Educação and is located at Rua São Clemente, 379, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro.

Community
Extracurricular activities expand learning beyond the standard curriculum. Mandarin immersion programs run for infants and for elementary students three times per week, 1 hour 30 minutes per session, with English support. Espaço Tia Maína in Botafogo hosts on-site activities including robotics, programming, dance, and sports, with instructors conducting classes at the school and after-school options available. The North Shaolin Kung Fu Association promotes kung fu classes (Portuguese and English), and Mandarin courses for parents and family are offered to deepen engagement with the community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Espaço Tia Maína in Botafogo offers recreational, playful, sports, and pedagogical activities. Teachers conduct classes directly on campus, and an after-school package allows children to participate in a range of activities throughout the day. The school is located at Rua São Clemente, 379, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro. The learning environment is Montessori-inspired and trilíngual, with Portuguese, English, and Mandarin, supporting hands-on, project-based learning across science, geography, and Chinese culture.

Academic Facilities
The school uses Montessori methodology and provides a multilingual learning environment in Portuguese, English, and Mandarin. The academic program fosters autonomy through project-based learning and interactive activities. Robotics Maker and programming projects are integrated into the curriculum, reinforcing technology and engineering concepts. The learning approach emphasizes practical exploration of science, geography, and Chinese culture.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Mandarin Intensive Course for Early Education (ages 3 to 6) runs three times weekly for 1 hour and 30 minutes; Mandarin Intensive Course for Elementary (ages above 6) runs three times weekly for 1 hour and 30 minutes; Mandarin course for parents and family is conducted in Mandarin with English support. Extracurricular activities are offered in partnership with Espaço Tia Maína in Botafogo, enriching the program with robotics, programming and games, ballet and creative dance, and various sports. Robotics Maker provides hands-on learning with recyclable materials, while Programming and Games develops logical thinking through robotics and game design. Kung Fu Norte Shaolin Association offers Kung Fu for ages 5+, with classes conducted in Portuguese and English and a minimum of five students to open a class.
Languages

Language Provision
Mandarin, Portuguese, and English are taught; the program is trilíngue across early childhood education and elementary education, with classes taught by native-speaking teachers.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers trilíngue instruction in Mandarin, Portuguese, and English.

Immersion Programs
The school provides a language immersion environment with daily exposure to Mandarin, English, and Portuguese, taught by native-speaking teachers from China, the United States, and Brazil.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The school welcomes families seeking a solid academic foundation within a multicultural, holistic program. The pedagogy is tri-lingual, with instruction in Portuguese, English, and Mandarin, and aims to form world-ready citizens who are conscious, creative, and have a strong sense of belonging. The school values diversity and welcomes students from different nationalities, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds, promoting rich exchanges and learning. There is no discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationality; admissions follow criteria that respect the child's development, age, and the principles of inclusion and plurality that guide the educational project.

2. Who can enroll? Education Infantil includes Agrupada I from 1 year completed to 2 years 11 months, and Agrupada II from 3 to 6 years. Ensino Fundamental I and II begins at 6 years completed. These age ranges determine eligibility for enrollment in the corresponding segments.

3. Nationality: The school accepts students of all nationalities provided they have a valid visa or identity document in Brazil. The school seeks to build a plural community capable of reflecting different worldviews and promoting respect and empathy. The school fosters an inclusive environment that supports diverse perspectives.

4. Language knowledge: For Educação Infantil, prior mastery of Portuguese, English, or Mandarin is not required. The staff are prepared to welcome children at different linguistic levels and provide individualized support during the adaptation process. This approach supports a smooth transition into the tri-lingual program.

5. Schedule a visit: Families are encouraged to schedule a visit to learn more about the school. The visit offers an opportunity to meet staff and observe the learning environment. Appointments can be arranged through the on-site contact options provided by the school.

6. Enrollments 2025/2026: The Escola Chinesa Internacional is the first International Chinese School outside China, preparing students to be global citizens. Fill out the enrollment form on the page and await the school's contact with next steps. Enrollment for 2025/2026 covers Education Infantil and Ensino Fundamental; the form allows submitting interest in a class and line of consideration.

7. I want to enroll: To enroll, select Education Infantil or Ensino Fundamental and the class of interest, then submit the form. The form submission initiates the enrollment process and the school will follow up with next steps. For more information about new student enrollment, access the Contato page.

Scholarships
BOLSA FILANTROPIA – ESCOLA CHINESA INTERNACIONAL. The program provides scholarships of up to 100% of tuition, whether full or partial, funded by a philanthropic entity, with the call for applications published on the school's site and social networks beginning in July. Eligibility requires a gross monthly family income per capita not exceeding 1.5 times the minimum wage for full scholarships and 3 times the minimum wage for partial scholarships. The student or financial guardian must complete a socioeconomic questionnaire and submit the required documentation by the deadline to bolsadeestudo@escolachinesa.com.br. Required documents include identification for the student and all family members, proof of residence, and income proofs appropriate to the family's category (employed, self-employed, rural producer, pensioner/retiree, etc.). The selection process occurs in two stages: a pre-selection based on income and socioeconomic profile, followed by a classification that verifies submitted data, requires complete documentation, and may include an interview with guardians and a social worker. In case of inconsistencies or incomplete documentation, the candidate may be disqualified, and the scholarship may be canceled for irregularities or fraud. The scholarship benefits are not cumulative with other scholarships or benefits, and winners authorize the use of their images in promotional materials.
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