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Land School

Brazil, Salvador

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Portuguese
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 9 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Part of
Land School
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Portuguese
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Land School, part of Gurilândia Schools and Inspired Education Group, opened in 2019 in Salvador, Bahia, as an expansion of Gurilândia International School. It provides bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese and integrates the Brazilian national curriculum with international programs. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate from Primary Years through the Diploma Programme, the only IB continuum in the Northeast of Brazil. In high school, students may pursue only the Brazilian curriculum or continue with the IBDP, earning both diplomas and access to Brazilian and international universities. Land School operates two campuses in Salvador: Land Federação (about 6,000 m²) and Land Pituba (about 18,000 m²). Facilities include science laboratories, a cinema laboratory, a music room, a Maker Space, and a library. Pituba has 32 classrooms and advanced spaces. Extracurriculars include robotics, Model United Nations, a Student Film Festival, Olympiads, and Thematic Symposium, with global exchange through Inspired Global Summer Camps.

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R. José Wilson de Vasconcelos, 05 - Federação, Salvador - BA, 40230-102, Brazil

The Essentials

Land School has instruction in English, Portuguese.

Location
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Land School operates across two campuses in Salvador: Land Federação and Land Pituba, located in the Federação and Pituba neighborhoods.

Stages
Fundamental II (6th–9th grade; ages 11–14) and Ensino Médio (10th–12th grade; Campus Federação). International Baccalaureate Program (6th–12th grades; ages 11–18) and Brazilian Diploma (10th–12th grade; Campus Federação). Education begins in Gurilândia and continues through Land School from early childhood to Ensino Médio.

Type
Private bilingual school; part of Gurilândia Schools; IB programs integrated with the Brazilian curriculum; Inspired Education Group.

Country affiliation
Brazil
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Daily balanced and nutritious meals are prepared in the school kitchen under the supervision of a nutritionist; meals support both academic and athletic activities and accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Governance and Ownership
Land School is part of Gurilândia Schools and a member of the Inspired Education Group.
Fees
Application / reservation fee
- A reservation (application) fee is required to secure a place; parents receive a payment link to complete the reservation. To finalize enrollment the contract must be signed and the first monthly tuition payment must be made at matriculation.

Tuition fees (monthly) — reported figures and year group detail
- Reported monthly tuition for Ensino Médio (non‑scholarship students) for the 2025 academic cycle: R$5,389 for 1º and 2º ano and R$5,438 for 3º ano.
- Other press reports give slightly different figures for Ensino Médio in 2025 (examples reported: R$5,000 and R$5,791 per month). These sources refer to the same general tuition band for Ensino Médio but differ by outlet.
- The school's public pages present a Mensalidades (tuition) section but do not publish a full per‑grade, per‑term fee table for all year groups on the public site. Where a specific per‑series breakdown is required, the school provides figures during the admissions process.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing is on a monthly tuition basis; the admissions process requires payment of the reservation fee to hold a place and payment of the first monthly fee when signing the enrolment contract.
- The school follows the Brazilian academic calendar (two semesters per year: first and second semester) for entry and enrollment timing.

Boarding / accommodation
- Land School is operated as day campuses (Land Federação and Land Pituba); there is no public indication that boarding or residential accommodation is offered. Fees for boarding are not applicable.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- School meals: the school runs a daily meals and nutrition program planned by a nutritionist; details about whether meal cost is included in tuition or invoiced separately are managed through admissions/parent communications.
- Extracurricular activities and clubs (sports, languages, robotics, arts, MUN, etc.) are offered; some activities may carry separate fees or sign‑up charges depending on the activity.
- Typical additional items that families should expect to budget for include: uniform(s), school supplies/materials, supervised trips/fieldwork, transport (if used), optional extracurricular program fees and examination fees; the school's public materials list the existence of these services but do not publish a complete itemized price list on the public pages.

Refund and cancellation information
- Enrollment requires a signed contract and the first monthly payment at matriculation; specific refund, cancellation and contract termination terms are set out in the enrolment contract rather than in a publicly detailed refund table on the public site. Families should consult the enrolment contract and admissions office for exact refund/cancellation conditions.

Accepted payment methods / payment options
- The admissions process includes provision of a payment link for the reservation fee and instruction to pay the first monthly fee at contract signing; specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer, boleto, credit card or other options) are provided to families during the admissions/payment step.

Summary of sourcing and scope (brief)
- Public pages for Land School include an Admissions (Processo de Admissão) page and a Mensalidades page, but the site does not publish a comprehensive public fee table with line‑by‑line amounts for every year group and every optional service. Local press coverage (October 2024 reporting of fees for 2025 entry) provides monthly tuition figures for Ensino Médio that vary slightly by outlet; those reported figures are presented above. For definitive per‑series fees, exact reservation‑fee amounts, refund clauses and accepted payment method details, the school supplies the formal fee schedule and contract during the admissions process.
Academics

Land School teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 9 to 18.

Curriculum
The school integrates the Brazilian national curriculum with international programs, delivering bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese. It offers International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs, including IB Primary Years through the Diploma Program, the only IB continuum in the Northeast of Brazil. In high school, students may pursue only the Brazilian curriculum or continue concurrently with the IBDP, earning both diplomas. The school is part of Inspired Education, and operates two modern campuses in Salvador (Federação and Pituba).

Higher Education Progression
Specialist university guidance helps students select courses and navigate admissions. 90% of Inspired students are admitted to the university of their choice worldwide, and a third of them secure places at Ivy League institutions or the Russell Group.

Gifted and Talented
Extensive enrichment opportunities include robotics, Model United Nations, academic Olympiads, a student film festival, and other extracurricular programs. The school emphasizes participation in sports, arts, and diplomacy, with after-school coaching and competition preparation.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Land School emphasizes social and emotional learning as part of a holistic education. Students develop communication, self-awareness, self-control, adaptability, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. The programs support students' social and emotional needs. The school fosters a global mindset and aims to prepare students to live and work anywhere in the world. It emphasizes public speaking, teamwork, leadership, and diplomacy through activities such as Land Talks and Model United Nations.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Personalized pedagogical guidance is provided by qualified professionals. The school also offers social-emotional support from trained staff. This combination supports students to excel in both curricular and extracurricular pursuits.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese. Students achieve native-level fluency in both English and Portuguese. Spanish and French are offered as extracurricular languages. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available via a club for students not yet at the expected English proficiency, with participation identified and recommended by the pedagogical team.

Mental Wellbeing
Academic knowledge alone is not sufficient for success in the 21st century. To ensure a happy and fulfilling life, students must understand the environment they live in and navigate it effectively. Skills such as communication, self-awareness, self-control, adaptability, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration are essential for personal and professional success. Our programs go beyond academics to develop these future-focused skills while supporting students' social and emotional needs. We teach students to care for their bodies; physical well-being positively affects mental well-being, academic results, and individual performance, and students adopt a healthy, active lifestyle.
Parent Experience

History
Land School (Gurilândia Schools) was founded in 2019 as an expansion of Gurilândia International School in Salvador, Bahia, continuing the Gurilândia legacy. It offers dual preparation through the IB continuum and the Brazilian curriculum, enabling graduates to pursue Brazilian and international universities. Land School is a member of Inspired Education Group, linking the school to global resources and practices. The two Salvador campuses, Land Federação and Land Pituba, provide bilingual education in English and Portuguese as part of the IB continuum.

Community
Land School operates across two campuses in Salvador and delivers a bilingual, globally oriented program that combines IB with BNCC requirements. The extracurricular program includes Robotics, Model United Nations, a Student Film Festival, Academic Olympics, and the Thematic Symposium, among other clubs and activities. Open Days invite families to meet school leadership, learn about programs, and tour the facilities. Parents participate in the school community and education of their children, reinforcing collaboration between families and the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Land School operates two campuses in Salvador: Federation and Pituba. The Federation campus spans 6,000 m² and has been expanded and renovated to enhance the student experience, adding more classrooms, a new cafeteria serving healthy meals, and revitalized outdoor spaces. The Pituba campus covers 18,000 m² and was built to advance holistic development, offering extensive spaces for academics, oratory, arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship. Both campuses provide spaces for practical learning, discovery of new interests, and talent development, including science laboratories, a cinema laboratory, and a music room with guitars, drums, and keyboards, plus a Maker Space and a regularly updated library. As a member of Inspired Education, Land School provides access to global resources and technology to support learning.

Sports Facilities
Pituba features two multisport courts, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, a football field, and an indoor gym to support a comprehensive sports program. Federation includes a multisport court for physical education and activities. The schools' sports offerings are complemented by a broad calendar of competitions, such as Copa Land School.

Academic Facilities
Federation offers fully equipped classrooms, a science laboratory, a cinema laboratory, a music room with guitars, drums, and keyboards, a Maker Space for hands‑on learning, and a regularly updated library to enrich classroom experiences. Pituba provides 32 modern classrooms and fully equipped science laboratories, with access to global-leading resources through Inspired and IB, including advanced technology to support learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular opportunities include academic Olympiads, arts, sports, technology, entrepreneurship projects, and public speaking. Robotics, Model United Nations, school sports competitions, a Student Film Festival, Academic Olympiads, and a Thematic Symposium offer additional avenues for student growth. Inspired program benefits also include global exchange opportunities and Inspired Global Summer Camps for international experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Grades 10-12 are offered at the Federação and Pituba campuses in Salvador, Bahia. Land School provides both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) and the Brazilian Diploma, enabling a national or international-focused pathway. In the Brazilian Curriculum, BNCC core subjects are taught and English is taken at the IB Higher Level. In the International Pathway, Pre-IB prepares students for the Diploma Program, which includes six subjects (3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level), the Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and CAS, with Portuguese taught at Higher Level and Physics, Chemistry, and Writing delivered in Portuguese.

Arts & Creative
Facilities include a film room and a music room on campus. The high school offers co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities in the arts, including performing arts and creative projects. The program supports student creativity through electives and projects across arts disciplines.

Cultural & Language
All High School students take the IB English course at the Higher Level, earning an international English credential. English is reinforced across pathways, and Portuguese is taught; IB Spanish is available as an option for the IB pathway. The program emphasizes language immersion and global perspectives through language courses and international curriculum.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities include elective courses in engineering, law, technology, and medicine. Students participate in Model United Nations, robotics, languages, martial arts, individual and team sports, performing arts, and essay writing. These activities expand interests and develop leadership and teamwork.

Community & Service
IB Diploma Program core includes Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service). CAS involves projects related to arts, athletics, and social responsibility under supervision. Students engage in community-oriented service and real-world projects as part of their IB experience.

Leadership & Professional
Personalized university counseling helps students explore career options, prepare for admission exams, and navigate the university application process. Counseling supports scholarships and admissions to Brazilian and international universities. The program guides applications to universities worldwide, including prestigious institutions in the USA. Co-curricular initiatives such as the Land Enterprise Challenge foster leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Federação campus features modern classrooms, specialized laboratories, and a maker space. Arts spaces include a film room and a music room, and sports facilities include an indoor court, a multi-sport court, a synthetic grass court, and a beach tennis court. These facilities support integrated sports, arts, and co-curricular activities to promote student well-being. A balanced program combines academic study with physical and creative pursuits.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Portuguese are the languages of instruction. Students achieve native-level fluency in English and Portuguese. Students can study additional languages to become multilingual.

Bilingual Teaching
Land School provides bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese. The curriculum integrates national and international elements, combining academic rigor with bilingual delivery. Land School and Gurilândia offer the only International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum Programs in northeastern Brazil. In high school, students may pursue either the Brazilian curriculum alone or continue with the IB Diploma Programme alongside it, earning dual qualifications.

Immersion Programs
Global Exchange Programs and Summer Camps provide language and cultural immersion opportunities. The Inspired Global Exchange Program offers stays ranging from five weeks to a full academic year at one of 20 Inspired schools worldwide. These programs broaden perspectives and provide opportunities for language practice in real-world contexts.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Visit us. Schedule an individual meeting at a time convenient for you. An admissions team member presents the school's bilingual education approach and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs, followed by a personalized campus tour of either the Federation or Pituba campus. Parents/guardians meet with the Coordination and Pedagogical Leadership for an open dialogue about the school's philosophy and expectations. The visit helps families understand how Land School integrates a national curriculum with IB programs within two campuses in Salvador.

2. Applications. Parents may proceed with enrollment before scheduling a visit by completing the online application forms for the Federation Campus and the Pituba Campus. Completing the forms initiates the admissions process and can be done at any time. After submission, admissions staff will follow up with next steps.

3. Interview and Admission Exams. Interviews provide an opportunity for families and the admissions team to get to know each other, understand family expectations, and gather information about the student's history. They help align the school's values and mission with the family's, and admission exams may be part of the process.

4. Reserve your spot. After the visit, parents who wish to continue with enrollment must reserve a spot. The admissions team will send a link to pay the spot-reservation fee. This step secures a place while final enrollment arrangements are completed.

5. Enrollment and admission. To finalize enrollment, sign the contract and pay the first monthly payment. The contract outlines the terms of enrollment and the payment schedule.

Scholarships
Nsouli Scholarships: The Nsouli Scholarship Program is a global initiative that enables 50 outstanding students to attend any Inspired school with a full scholarship for their entire education. The aim is to provide hundreds of children with a truly transformative education. The program honors Nadim Nsouli, who founded Inspired in 2013, and recognizes his Lebanese heritage and Inspired's commitment to inclusion, with several scholarships awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin.
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