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Macau Portuguese School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Portuguese
Fees MOP 38,243 - 49,922
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 744
Type Co-educational
Opened 1998
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Portuguese, Mandarin, English, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Macau Portuguese School is a private, nonprofit Portuguese international school administered by Fundação Escola Portuguesa de Macau. It teaches in Portuguese across 1st to 12th grade, following Portugal's Ministry of Education curricula with adaptations for Macau SAR, including Mandarin and English local programs. General Basic Education covers the 1st to 3rd cycles, while Secondary Education offers Sciences, Humanities, and Arts tracks. Subjects include Experimental Sciences, English, ICT/Programming, History and Geography of Portugal and Macau, Portuguese Plus, Civic Education, Chinese Language – Mandarin, Visual Arts, and Music Education. The timetable reflects a split day, with the 1st Cycle sessions from 08:30 to 13:00 and 14:40 to 16:15, and Secondary from 08:00 to 13:15, with afternoon classes until 17:10. Established in 1998 as the successor to three Portuguese-language schools, it operates under Decree-Law 38/93/M and maintains a computer room, a library, and a robust IT infrastructure to support STEAM learning via UBBO.IO.

Avenida do Infante D. Henrique, Macau

The Essentials

Macau Portuguese School has 744 pupils, instruction in Portuguese.

Location
Located at Avenida do Infante D. Henrique, Macau. The address is listed in the EPM Breve Apresentação (2023/2024) document. The campus serves as the main site for the Escola Portuguesa de Macau.

Stages
Primary (1st cycle) and Secondary (2nd and 3rd cycles, including the 12th year). Secondary tracks include Ciências (Science), Humanidades (Humanities), and Artes (Arts).

Type
Private, non-profit Portuguese international school run by Fundação Escola Portuguesa de Macau.

Pupil Nationality Mix
In 2023/2024 the school had 744 students. The language profile shows Portuguese as the most spoken language (411 students) and Chinese as the second (267). Nationalities represented include Portuguese, Chinese, Angolan, Brazilian, Taiwanese, Cabo Verdian, Australian, Filipino, Guineense, Indonesian, Russian, American, Italian, Japanese, Santomense, Bielorrussa, Panamense, Porto-rriqueña, Timorense, Venezuelana, Vietnamese, and others.

Additional learning support
Psychological and psycho-pedagogical support; guidance and orientation for school and career development; support for the development of relations within the educational community.

Country affiliation
Portugal; curriculum follows Portugal's basic and secondary education programs with local programs for Chinese (Mandarin) and English.

School day structure
General schedule: morning 8:30–13:00 and afternoon 14:40–16:15. For 1st Cycle: morning 8:00–13:15 and afternoon 14:40–18:00.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is worn in full for both the regular and physical-education versions across all year groups. A pamphlet showing the permitted pieces is displayed at the school and is available on the school site; a female option includes shorts worn under the skirt, and footwear rules apply. The PE uniform is worn only during PE classes (1st cycle students, years 1–4, may wear it on their PE day); uniforms are checked at the first period and noncompliance may prevent attendance; students attending after-school activities must also be in uniform.

Food Options
Student canteen sells food and meals to all members of the school community; the service is concessioned to a private company and governed by a contract with Fundação Escola Portuguesa de Macau. The concessionaire is responsible for safety, hygiene, and the quality of products, and provides the menus; alcoholic beverages and foods high in sugar, salt, or fat are not sold. Prices are posted visibly and payments are made by electronic card; the cantina operates during school terms and exam periods from 08:30 to 17:00, and patrons must queue.

Governance and Ownership
The Fundação Escola Portuguesa de Macau owns the Escola Portuguesa de Macau and is a private-law, public-utility institution. It ensures that the school operates in accordance with the law and its statutes, approves the budget and the school's statutes, and appoints the Board of Administration, representing the school externally.
Fees

Annual tuition at Macau Portuguese School ranges from MOP 38,243 to MOP 49,922 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee
- MOP 1,000 — payable when submitting the registration form for new students; this is a one-time fee and is deducted from the first year tuition balance.

Tuition fees by year group (2026/27 academic year)
- 1.º Ciclo (Primary, 1st cycle): Annual tuition MOP 38,243. Per-term billing (for families receiving the DSEDJ subsidy for Macau residents): Term 1 MOP 5,035; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 5,034 each (total MOP 15,103 paid by the guardian after the subsidy). For families not receiving the subsidy: Term 1 MOP 12,749; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 12,747 each (total MOP 38,243).

- 2.º Ciclo (Upper primary / lower middle): Annual tuition MOP 41,642. Per-term billing (with subsidy): Term 1 MOP 6,168; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 6,167 each (total MOP 18,502 paid by the guardian after the subsidy). Without subsidy: Term 1 MOP 13,882; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 13,880 each (total MOP 41,642).

- 3.º Ciclo (Lower secondary / 3rd cycle): Annual tuition MOP 46,655. Per-term billing (with subsidy): Term 1 MOP 7,059; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 7,058 each (total MOP 21,175 paid by the guardian after the subsidy). Without subsidy: Term 1 MOP 15,553; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 15,551 each (total MOP 46,655).

- Ensino Secundário (Upper secondary): Annual tuition MOP 49,922. Per-term billing (with subsidy): Term 1 MOP 8,148; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 8,147 each (total MOP 24,442 paid by the guardian after the subsidy). Without subsidy: Term 1 MOP 16,642; Terms 2 and 3 MOP 16,640 each (total MOP 49,922).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment is split into three instalments. The general instalment windows for the 2026/27 year: first instalment for returning and new students is scheduled by year group in June–July 2026 (specific dates vary by year group), second instalment for all students 01–04 December 2026, and third instalment 15–19 March 2027. A late-payment administrative charge of MOP 500.00 is applied if tuition is not paid by the stipulated deadline. Families with three or more children enrolled receive a reduction in tuition liability.

- Automatic debit enrolment: parents may enroll in the school's automatic payment service (BCM or BNU). If enrolled, the debit for the first instalment is scheduled (example deadline/charge date shown as) 14 July. Exact enrolment deadlines and steps to authorize the automatic debit must be completed in advance of the debit date. Electronic bank-payment methods and bank-transfer options are accepted (details below).

Fee payment options
- Automatic debit from a Macau bank account (Banco Comercial de Macau — BCM, or Banco Nacional Ultramarino — BNU). The automatic-debit service requires submission of the school's authorization form by the stated deadline; scheduled debit dates apply.

- BNU online banking payment for BNU customers.

- Bank transfer or deposit to the school BNU account (Account No. 9016845040); payment proof must be emailed identifying the student to pagamentos@epmacau.edu.mo. Credit-card payment is not listed among the standard options provided in the school payment instructions.

Boarding / Accommodation fees
- The school's public information and facilities listings describe on-site facilities (canteen, classrooms, laboratories, gymnasium, climbing wall, playground and other day-school facilities) and do not list boarding or residential accommodation as a school service. No boarding fees are specified or published.

Other costs and typical ancillary fees
- Lunch (canteen): MOP 45 per meal (student lunch price shown in the school price list). Lockers: refundable deposit MOP 100 (small) / MOP 200 (large). Photocopy and printing, certificates and document fees, appeal/deposit fees, issuance fees and various administrative charges are listed individually in the school's price table. Examples from the published price table include: certificate fees (basic education certificate MOP 275; secondary certificate MOP 330), exam-appeal deposit MOP 550, photocopies (black A4 MOP 2; colour A3 MOP 8), and a range of extra-curricular course fees (many ACCs free; some specialised activities and courses are charged — e.g., certain climbing, gym or arts classes with specific fees). School-provided textbooks and some classroom materials are sold at listed prices.

- Uniform: school uniform pieces are purchased from specified local uniform suppliers (Fat Lei Fashion; G-SCHAFE; Pan Pan Uniform Specialist). The school publishes uniform rules and vendor contacts but does not list a central school-set uniform price; uniform costs are determined by those suppliers. Uniform is compulsory as described in the school uniform policy.

Refund information
- There is no published tuition refund schedule or refund procedure included in the school's public fee notices and price documents for the 2026/27 year. The registration fee is charged at the time of application and applied against tuition; specific refund conditions for registration or tuition are not set out in the published fee notices.

Penalties and special conditions
- Late payment penalty: MOP 500.00 administrative charge applies if tuition is not paid within the deadlines specified for each instalment. Families with three or more enrolled children are eligible for a reduction in tuition payable. Dates for first-instalment payment differ by year group; new-student first-instalment windows are specified by year group in the enrolment/matriculation schedule.

Notes on transactional details
- When paying by bank transfer or deposit, parents/guardians must send the payment receipt/proof and the student name to pagamentos@epmacau.edu.mo for reconciliation. Automatic-debit forms and bank-specific authorisation forms (BCM/BNU) are used for the school's direct-debit service; the bank debit date is scheduled once authorization is in place. Credit-card payment is not presented as a standard payment method in the school's published payment options.
Academics

Macau Portuguese School teaches Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The EPM teaches in Portuguese from 1st to 12th grade, following the curricula defined by the Portuguese Ministry of Education, with adaptations necessary to align with Macau SAR legislation and local realities. The curriculum enables direct transfers within the Portuguese education system, access to Portuguese and foreign higher education institutions, and access to higher education in Macau, with normal integration into the labor market and local society. General Basic Education is offered for the 1st to 3rd cycles, and Secondary Education is offered in three tracks: Sciences, Humanities, and Arts. Disciplines offered include: Experimental Sciences, Physical Education, Environmental Studies, English (1st cycle and Secondary), Guided Reading, Philosophy Workshop, ICT/Programming, Music Education, History and Geography of Portugal and Macau, Portuguese Plus, Civic Education and Development, Chinese Language – Mandarin, Visual Arts, Natural Sciences, Geography, History, Computing, English, and Music. The timetable is: 1st Cycle: Morning 08:30–13:00; Afternoon 14:40–16:15. 2nd/3rd Cycle (Secondary): Morning 08:00–13:15; Afternoon 14:40–17:10.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides psychological and psycho-pedagogical support. It develops actions for school and career guidance. It supports the development of the system of relationships within the educational community. It contributes to the holistic development of students and the construction of their personal identity. It designs and participates in the definition of strategies and procedures of educational guidance that promote ongoing support for students throughout their schooling. It intervenes at a psychological and psycho-pedagogical level in observation, guidance, and support of students, promoting cooperation among teachers, parents, guardians, and community resources.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school serves students with special educational needs. It provides psychologists and special education teachers, supported by specialized staff. The specialized staff includes Reading Promotion, Extracurricular Activities, School Nursing, Laboratory Management, and ICT support. These resources are integrated to support learning and inclusion across the school. The school operates with dedicated personnel to address the needs of students requiring special education services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught as a language within the curriculum. English is offered in the 12th year. English is also taught in the 1st cycle.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Psychological and Psycho-Pedagogical services. The school pursues actions for school and career guidance to foster student development. It promotes the development of healthy relationships within the educational community. It emphasizes collaboration among teachers, families, and community resources to support student wellbeing. It also contributes to preventive actions and appropriate educational measures as part of its safeguarding and wellbeing framework.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is addressed through the development of the relationships within the educational community and by actions aimed at prevention and appropriate educational measures. The school participates in multidisciplinary assessment processes to develop individualized educational programs and monitors their implementation. It collaborates with teachers, parents, guardians, and community resources to promote safe, supportive learning environments.
Parent Experience

History
The school was established in 1998 as the heir to three Portuguese-language educational institutions: the Official Primary School, the Commercial School, and the Liceu de Macau. The Fundação Escola Portuguesa de Macau was created by Decree-Law 89-B/98 on 9 April 1998, through the collaboration of the Portuguese State, Fundação Oriente, and the Associação Promotora da Instrução dos Macaenses. The foundation is a private-law, public-utility institution responsible for ensuring the operation and development of a Portuguese School in Macau. The first stone was laid on 18 April 1998 in a ceremony presided by the then-Prime Minister António Guterres, with attendance by the Education Minister Marçal Grilo, the Governor of Macau Vasco Rocha Vieira, and the President of FEPM Roberto Carneiro. The school received authorization from the Macau Education and Youth Services Directorate on 21 August 1998 and is part of Macau's education system as a private nonprofit institution under Decree-Law 38/93/M.

Community
The school has a Parents Association (APEP) composed of volunteer parents. The association aims to be an active presence in the School, develops actions that promote closer contact between parents and the School, and helps build an increasingly integrated School. APEP emphasises collaboration with the School leadership to achieve common goals and enrich the socio-educational function of the School. APEP maintains open, constructive dialogue and invites participation from all Parents and Guardians.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
APEP is a group of volunteer parents who commit to being an active presence in the School. It develops actions that promote closer contact between parents and the School and aims to build an increasingly integrated School. APEP collaborates with the School leadership to achieve common goals and enrich the socio-educational function of the School. Its members participate in an open, constructive dialogue and share knowledge and experiences to support student education. AP E P represents the Parents and Guardians of EPM and does not substitute direct engagement in their children's schooling. APEP has a new site to facilitate communication and access to its initiatives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Macau Portuguese School has a dedicated computer room (Sala de informática) for computing activities and a library (Biblioteca) for reading and research. There are multiple classrooms used for teaching, including spaces such as D-1-04, D-1-05, D-1-06, D-1-07, D-1-10, D-1-11, D-2-03 to D-2-11, and D-G-19. The school employs a digital platform to support the teaching of computer science and STEAM, including UBBO.IO. The facilities described include IT infrastructure and classroom spaces across the school.

Academic Facilities
The school maintains a computer room (Sala de informática) for technology-enabled learning. The library (Biblioteca) is equipped with library management software for cataloging and resources. A digital platform supports teaching in computer science and STEAM, including UBBO.IO content. These facilities support technology-integrated instruction across classroom spaces such as D-1-04, D-1-05, D-1-06, D-1-07, D-1-10, D-1-11, D-2-03 to D-2-11, and D-G-19.
Languages

Language Provision
Portuguese is the language of instruction for 1st to 12th year, following the Portuguese Ministry of Education curricula with adjustments for Macao. English is taught as a foreign language, with English offered in the 1st cycle and in secondary education. Mandarin Chinese is taught as Língua Chinesa – Mandarim from 1st to 12th year. Portuguese Mais is offered for the 2nd and 3rd cycles.

Bilingual Teaching
Portuguese is the language of instruction for all years from 1st to 12th. English is taught as a second language, introduced in 2005. Mandarin Chinese is taught as Língua Chinesa – Mandarim across 1st to 12th year. The school supports bilingual development in the official languages of Macau.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Registration window and online enrollment. The registration period for the 2026/2027 academic year runs from March 9 to March 13, 2026. Registration is completed online through the EPM portal, and the enrollment form is filled on the school website, with data editable as needed. An explanatory video is available to assist. The signed enrollment form and the required documents are prepared for submission during the stated period.

2) Enrollment form completion and data verification. After online registration, complete the enrollment form on the school website and verify that all information is correct, editing as needed. Print and sign the enrollment form. Submit the signed enrollment form together with the required documents to the school during office hours.

3) Interviews. Interviews are held on March 21, 2026, from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:30 to 17:30. Candidates should attend at the school during the published interview times. The schedule is determined by the school and communicated to applicants.

4) Results notification. The results are published on March 30, 2026 and posted at the school.

5) Registration fee. The registration fee is MOP 1,000.00, a one‑time charge that is deducted from tuition.

6) Transfers. For Escola Portuguesa de Macau students who wish to transfer to another school for the 2026/2027 academic year, the transfer form must be completed online on the EPM portal, and a transfer fee of MOP 200.00 is payable. The transfer deadline is July 31.

7) Course availability notes. In the secondary level, the opening of courses or disciplines depends on the number of students enrolled.

8) Course information. For information about the courses offered, consult the school secretariat or the school website.

9) Association for Parents and Guardians (APEP). Parents are invited to join the Association of Parents and Guardians of the Escola Portuguesa de Macau (APEP) using the attached enrollment form. APEP has representation on the school's governing bodies and serves as the primary communication channel between the school and guardians.
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