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Escola Internacional de Florianópolis

Brazil, Florianópolis

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Portuguese, English, French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Day School
Opened 2005
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Brazilian National Curriculum, International Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Strengths Total English immersion, Trilingual education, Dual pathway preparation, Critical thinking focus, Nearly 20 years of experience
Stages Preschool, Primary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Escola Internacional de Florianopolis (EIF) is a bilingual international school in Florianopolis offering education from preschool through high school. Founded around 2005, the school provides total immersion English education alongside Portuguese and French, preparing students for both Brazilian university entrance exams and international pathways. EIF emphasises critical thinking, multilingual competence, and individual student development.

R. Profa. Maria Flora Pausewang, 413 - Trindade, Florianópolis - SC, 88036-800, Brazil

The Essentials

Escola Internacional de Florianópolis has instruction in Portuguese, English, French.

Location
Rua Profa. Maria Flora Pausewang, 418, Trindade, Florianopolis, SC, Brazil

Stages
Preschool (age 2) to High School (age 18)

Type
Private bilingual international school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Primarily Brazilian with international families

Country affiliation
Brazil

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational

School day structure
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
EIF promotes a progressive educational environment focused on developing individual potential through multilingual competence, critical thinking, and cultural awareness.

Uniform Requirement
Parents report transformative experiences for their children, with English becoming a natural part of daily life.

Food Options
Modern, well-equipped learning spaces in the Trindade neighbourhood of Florianopolis. The school offers 360-degree virtual tours.

Governance and Ownership
Total English immersion combined with French instruction, dual pathway preparation for Brazilian and international universities
Academics

Escola Internacional de Florianópolis teaches Brazilian National Curriculum, International Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
International curriculum with Brazilian preparation, combining vestibular exam preparation with pathways for foreign institutions

Exam Results
Emphasis on critical thinking and interpretation skills beyond memorisation, with total immersion language learning
Parent Experience

History
Founded approximately 2005, with nearly 20 years of providing international bilingual education in Florianopolis.

Community
International cultural events and festivals throughout the year

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Strong parent community with positive testimonials about the school's transformative impact
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Modern campus in Trindade neighbourhood with well-equipped learning spaces and virtual tour available.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Annual English immersion experience, international cultural events and festivals
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Bridging Knowledge academic programme

Cultural & Language
International Festival activities, Halloween celebrations, St. Patrick's Day events, annual English immersion experience
Languages

Language Provision
Portuguese as native language instruction

Bilingual Teaching
Total immersion English programme with French as additional language. Spanish available as foreign language at secondary level.
Reputation

Awards
Preparation for both Brazilian university entrance exams (vestibulares) and international university pathways
Admissions

Admissions
Contact the school at (48) 3024-9838 or visit in person. Office hours Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
School Events
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