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SIS Swiss International School Brasília

Brazil, Brasília

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Portuguese
Fees R$71,194
Ages 3 - 19 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2011
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, German, French
Strengths Sport, Languages, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Located in Brasília, SIS Swiss International School Brasília is a private bilingual day school that blends the Brazilian curriculum with International Baccalaureate programmes. Preschool is bilingual; Primary School is bilingual and combines the Brazilian curriculum with the IB Primary Years Programme; Secondary School follows the Brazilian curriculum and is driven by the IB Middle Years Programme; College combines the Brazilian college degree with ENEM preparation and the IB Diploma Programme. The school is part of SIS, a group founded in 1999 to provide bilingual education, now integrated into the Klett Group as of January 1, 2025. Facilities emphasize open spaces: an Indoor Sports Hall, a Cafeteria, an Adventure Park, plus a Biology Lab and a Computer Lab equipped for modern learning with Office 365. Extracurriculars include the SIS Cup, Intercountry Activity, Best Essay Award, after-school activities, and field trips that celebrate local and international festivals and traditions.

SGAS I SGAS 905 - Brasília, Federal District, 70390-050, Brazil

The Essentials

SIS Swiss International School Brasília has instruction in English, Portuguese.

Location
SGA/SUL, Quadra 905, cj B, 70390-050 Brasília, DF, Brasil

Stages
Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, College

Type
Private bilingual day school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Brazil and abroad

Country affiliation
Switzerland
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Day school; boarding not provided.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are available through SIS Brasília's partner stores. They can be purchased online or at the partner's physical store in Asa Norte; partners include Malharia Santa Catarina and Original Store.

Food Options
Lunch is provided in the cafeteria. The buffet, prepared by a nutritionist, offers a wide variety of healthy, balanced options, and lunch is supervised by assistants and the nutritionist to promote healthy eating and autonomy. A menu is downloadable.

Governance and Ownership
SIS Brasília is part of SIS Swiss International School, a group of private day schools in Brazil, Germany and Switzerland offering bilingual education. SIS Brasília is an IB World School.
Fees

Annual tuition at SIS Swiss International School Brasília ranges from BRL 71,194 for 2026/27.

Application / reservation fee
- A reservation/guarantee fee is required to secure a place: BRL 2,200.00.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and 12× installments)
- Educação Infantil (Preschool)
- Annual fee: BRL 71,193.83.
- Typical payment schedule shown as: reservation/guarantee BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 5,749.49.

- Ensino Fundamental I (Grades 1–5)
- Annual fee: BRL 87,493.81.
- Typical payment schedule shown as: reservation/guarantee BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 7,107.82.

- Ensino Fundamental II (Grades 6–9)
- Annual fee: BRL 103,025.48.
- Typical payment schedule shown as: reservation/guarantee BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 8,402.12.

- Ensino Médio – 1º Ano (Grade 10)
- Annual fee: BRL 103,025.48.
- Typical payment schedule shown as: reservation/guarantee BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 8,402.12.

- Ensino Médio – IB Diploma (2º e 3º ano / Grades 11–12)
- Annual fee: BRL 107,146.49.
- Typical payment schedule shown as: reservation/guarantee BRL 2,200.00 + 12 monthly instalments of BRL 8,745.54.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's tuition is presented as an annual charge that may be paid in instalments; the published example shows a reservation/guarantee amount plus 12 monthly instalments.
- For students joining after the school year has started, the annual fee is calculated pro rata based on the remaining school days; instalments can be spread across the remaining months in the year.
- The admissions rules indicate a formal reservation procedure that generates a payment document (boleto) to confirm a reserved place; payment of the reservation is required to complete the reservation step.

Boarding fees
- SIS Brasília operates as a day school; there are no boarding services or boarding fees listed.

Other costs and fees
- Uniforms: the school uses external uniform suppliers; families purchase uniforms through the partners listed by the school (partner vendors are named). Specific uniform prices are not published on the school's fee pages.
- Meals / cafeteria: a school cafeteria and daily lunch service are provided; the published materials describe the meal service but do not list separate pricing on the fee pages.
- Extracurricular activities, after‑school options and special programs are offered; separate charges for optional activities or external partners are not detailed on the tuition/fee pages.
- Any additional administrative fees, material fees, transportation or optional-service charges are not specified in the public tuition summary pages.

Refund information
- No general, explicit refund policy for tuition instalments or the reservation/guarantee amount is published on the school's public tuition and admissions pages.
- The admissions document states that the reservation payment document (boleto) must be paid to confirm a place and that failure to complete the reservation step results in the vacancy being released; adjustments to the annual fee are applied when discounts are granted.

Fee discounts
- Sibling discount: 5% discount for the second child; 15% discount for the third child onward.
- Association/conveniado discount: a 5% discount is available to families associated with eligible partner organizations (proof of association required).

Fee payment options (methods)
- The admissions documentation shows the reservation generates a boleto (payment slip) for the reservation fee; the admissions document and tuition pages do not publish a full list of accepted payment methods (such as credit card or bank transfer) for all instalments.

Summary note for parents
- Annual tuition is shown for each school level and the published presentation uses a reservation/guarantee amount plus 12 monthly instalments; sibling and association discounts are available; the school is a day school and does not list boarding fees. Specifics about payment methods for recurring instalments, separate charges for meals/uniforms/transport or a published refund policy are not provided in the public tuition and admissions materials.
Academics

SIS Swiss International School Brasília teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
The school combines the Brazilian curriculum with International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes. Preschool is bilingual; Primary School is bilingual and combines the Brazilian curriculum with the IB Primary Years Programme; Secondary School follows the Brazilian curriculum and is driven by the IB Middle Years Programme; College combines the Brazilian college degree with ENEM preparation and the IB Diploma Programme.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for the ENEM and the IB Diploma Programme, enabling progression to higher education in Brazil or abroad.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Two languages are used in daily learning, creating a bilingual, multicultural environment. The school is a place to learn and thrive, offering a stable and caring environment where students feel supported and challenged. The curriculum is supplemented with a range of activities outside the classroom to enrich learning during the school day. After-school activities develop interpersonal relationships, planning, sports, artistic and socio-emotional skills, with activities supervised by qualified educators. SIS International Activities promote cross-border exchange through the SIS Cup and Intercountry Activity, providing shared experiences and exposure beyond the classroom.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught alongside Portuguese by immersion. English language development is supported through Cambridge Certificates. German and French language certificates (Goethe-Zertifikate and DELF/DALF) are available as options. The multilingual program aims for high levels of proficiency based on the CEFR.

Mental Wellbeing
The school provides a stable and caring environment where students feel supported and challenged. After-school activities develop interpersonal and socio-emotional skills. SIS International Activities promote international exchange, teamwork, and cross-cultural understanding. The school's learning spaces and nutrition program contribute to student wellbeing by supporting a welcoming campus and healthy routines.
Parent Experience

History
SIS Brasília is part of the SIS Swiss International School Group, which provides bilingual and international education from kindergarten through college. Since 1999 the group has evolved from pioneers to experts in bilingual education. Expansion to Brazil included the opening of SIS Brasília and the integration of Escola Suíço-Brasileira Rio de Janeiro into SIS. The group's milestones include the first bilingual school in Brazil, and, as of January 1, 2025, the SIS Swiss International Schools Group was integrated into the Klett Group as part of a corporate restructuring.

Community
SIS Brasília offers a lively, multicultural day-school community with two languages in one place. The curriculum is supplemented by a variety of activities beyond the classroom, including lunchtime and homework supervision, intercountry activities and signature school events, as well as after-school options. The SIS Community highlights the pedagogical integration, the SIS Cup sports events, and national and international cultural trips from the fourth year, enriching student experiences.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
An open school space is emphasized to create a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and guests alike. The Indoor Sports Hall hosts a variety of sports lessons during the week and is the venue for the weekly school assembly on Friday mornings. The Cafeteria is centrally located, bright, and spacious for meals shared by students. The Adventure Park offers a playground for free play with climbing, slides and swings. The Biology Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to support student research with specialized teachers. The Computer Lab features modern equipment and infrastructure that supports digital learning, including Office 365.

Sports Facilities
The Indoor Sports Hall hosts a variety of sports lessons during the week and is the venue for the weekly school assembly on Friday mornings. The Adventure Park provides a playground with climbing, balance, slides and swings for outdoor play. The learning spaces are designed with an open-space concept to create a welcoming environment for learning.

Academic Facilities
The Biology Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to support student research with the help of specialized teachers. The Computer Lab includes modern equipment and infrastructure that supports the use of Office 365 in learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
SIS Brasília offers extracurricular activities that extend learning beyond the classroom, supervised by qualified educators and sometimes in partnership with specialized institutions. SIS International Activities include the SIS Cup, a cross-SIS sports event, and the annual Intercountry Activity with international exchanges such as international math days, a gift exchange, storytelling, a photo campaign, and an IT activity using Ozobots. The SIS Best Essay Award recognises the three best written theses produced as part of national university entrance qualifications or the IB diploma. After-School Activities provide opportunities to develop logical thinking, creative thinking, interpersonal relationships, planning, sports, artistic and socio-emotional skills. Signature School Events include regular field trips, games, exercise and movement, and celebrations of local and international festivals and traditions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
SIS Brasília supplements its strong academic program with a broad range of activities outside the classroom to enrich learning during the school day. The SIS Cup and the annual Intercountry Activity promote international exchange and shared experiences across SIS schools, focusing on sports, fairness and teamwork. Intercountry activities have included international math days, a gift exchange, a storytelling exchange, a photo campaign and an IT activity using Ozobots. The SIS Best Essay Award recognises the three best written theses produced by SIS graduates as part of the final examinations for university entrance qualifications or the International Baccalaureate diploma.

Arts & Creative
After-School Activities focus on developing logical thinking, creative thinking, interpersonal relationships, planning, sports, artistic and socio-emotional skills. The activities are offered in a relaxed and engaging environment and are tailored to students' age and interests. Each activity is developed and supervised by qualified educators, and some are conducted in partnership with specialized institutions.

Cultural & Language
International activities promote intercultural exchange. The SIS Cup and the annual Intercountry Activity provide a shared experience and a glimpse beyond the boundaries of a school. In previous years, intercountry activities have included international math days, a gift exchange, a storytelling exchange, a photo campaign and an IT activity using Ozobots. Regular field trips and celebrations of local and international festivals and traditions are part of signature events.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities provide opportunities to pursue personal interests and social connections after the school day. They help students develop new skills, friendships and autonomy through a variety of options, with activities designed to build logical thinking, creativity, interpersonal relationships and planning. Activities are supervised by qualified educators and sometimes delivered in partnership with specialized institutions.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Facilities include an Indoor Sports Hall, a Cafeteria, an Adventure Park, a Biology Lab and a Computer Lab. Nutrition: hot lunches are served daily, designed by nutritionists to provide healthy, balanced meals, with lunchtime supervision to encourage conscious eating and autonomy. Regular field trips, games and movement indoors and outdoors are a core part of school life. Signature School Events bring together students across classes and celebrate local and international festivals and traditions.
Languages

Language Provision
Portuguese is the national language and English is used in bilingual instruction. The school uses bilingual classroom instruction across Preschool through College and incorporates the IB programme.

Bilingual Teaching
The school is bilingual, combining the Brazilian curriculum with IB. The preschool is bilingual.
Admissions

Admissions
All you need to know about joining SIS Brasília. Our admission process has four steps: Info Session; Admission Form; Experience Day or Assessment; Invitation for Enrolment. Info Session: Register to attend one of our info sessions to learn how our carefully developed educational concept is applied and to tour the campus. The info session can be in person or virtual according to your preference. Admission Form: To proceed with the admission process, submit the admission form. The form will be sent to you by email at the end of the info session or you can download it below. Submitting the admission form is a mandatory step. Experience Day or Assessment: After submitting the admission form, schedule a date for our experience day or assessment. Experience day: for students from kindergarten to Year 1, a morning dedicated to activities proposed by the school's educational staff. Assessment: for students applying for any year between Year 2 and Year 9. We give feedback to all families about the experience day and assessment by email and we are also available for individual interviews. Due to the current situation, in the SIS Brasília admission process for 2022, the experience day was replaced by an online meeting with the families. Invitation for Enrolment: After completing the admission process you will receive the invitation for enrolment via email. The invitation will be made according to the number of vacancies, priorities and criteria published in the admission policy. Admission Policies and Admission Form downloads are available on the page.
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