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Brave Generation Academy - Leiria

Portugal, Leiria

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Portuguese
Fees €6,902 - 11,190
Ages 12 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Bus Service No
Part of
Brave Generation Academy Portugal
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Brave Generation Academy – Leiria is a hybrid school for learners aged 12 to 18. It combines online study with in-person Hub-based learning, with Leiria as a hub location. The school offers British, American, and Portuguese+ curricula, including Cambridge IGCSEs and A Levels, and bespoke pathway. Hubs provide co-learning spaces where learners work with Learning Coaches and Course Managers in a personalised, transformative learning model. Students have 24/7 access to a digital learning platform and study through a flexible timetable, balancing breaks and shared meals. The Portuguese+ curriculum is delivered in Portuguese, supports Exames Nacionais, and enables direct entry to Portuguese universities, while continuing to develop English skills in English-speaking Hubs. The Unique Pathway Degree Programmes offer fast, flexible, career-driven options in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality and Sports, with a university diploma earned. Hubs operate 08:00–18:00, serving 30–45 learners per Hub, with a 1:15 coach-to-learner ratio and community well-being.

This campus is part of Brave Generation Academy Portugal

R. Miguel Bombarda 31, 2400-080 Leiria, Portugal

The Essentials

Brave Generation Academy - Leiria has typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English, Portuguese.

Location
Leiria hub in the Center region of Portugal. Leiria is listed among BGA's Center locations alongside Caldas da Rainha, Campolide, Cascais (1 & 2), Cascais Baía (1 & 2), CCB, Ericeira, Expo, Guincho, Parede, and Setúbal. The hub offers a hybrid learning model with online and in-person Hub experiences.

Stages
Secondary Education and Higher Education

Type
Hybrid international school with online learning and in-person Hubs; British, US, and Portuguese+ curricula

Additional learning support
Learning Coaches provide personalised guidance; Learners have 24/7 access to the learning platform; Course Managers provide guidance and feedback

Country affiliation
Portugal
Fees

Annual tuition at Brave Generation Academy - Leiria ranges from EUR 6,902 to EUR 11,190 for 2026/27.

Application / One-time Fees

- Admissions fee charged prior to enrolment: 1,450€ for learners registering on the British International Curriculum, the American Core Curriculum, or for those using their own curriculum.
- Admissions fee charged prior to enrolment: 950€ for learners registering on the Portuguese Curriculum.

Tuition fees (by curriculum) — monthly and annual totals

- British International Curriculum: 595€ per month (12 monthly payments). Annual total: 7,140€ (595€ x 12).
- American Core Curriculum: 845€ per month (12 monthly payments). Annual total: 10,140€ (845€ x 12). Note: AP courses incur an additional fee of 650€ per AP course.
- Portuguese Curriculum: 595€ per month (12 monthly payments). Annual total: 7,140€ (595€ x 12).
- Own Curriculum (Hub Attendance option): 550€ per month (12 monthly payments). Annual total: 6,600€ (550€ x 12). The Hub Attendance option is available for learners using their own curriculum and receiving Hub/Learning Coach support; the Hub Attendance Fee amount is presented as the monthly figure above for the Own Curriculum option.

(Note: fees above are presented as monthly payment amounts and their 12-month totals. No separate per-term fee schedule or year-group-specific price bands are published on the public fee page.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The standard published billing model is 12 monthly instalments (one payment each month).
- The admissions (one-time) fee is payable prior to enrolment.
- Registration Renewal Fee (annual): payable after 12 months, amount 500€.
- After the onboarding meeting you will receive the contract and the payment information; you must sign the contract and provide proof of payment to finalise enrolment.
- Upfront payment discount: paying 12 months in advance gives a 3% discount on the total yearly fee.
- Sibling discounts: second child receives 5% off the total monthly fee; third child receives 7.5% off the total monthly fee.

Boarding fees

- Brave Generation Academy in Portugal operates a hybrid online + Hub model (Learners attend Hubs for in-person Hub sessions). There is no published boarding provision or boarding fee on the public Portugal fees and locations pages; boarding fees are therefore not applicable in the standard Hub-based programme.

Other costs and additional fees

- AP course surcharge (American Core Curriculum): 650€ per AP course.
- Registration Renewal Fee (annual): 500€ after 12 months.
- Hub Attendance Fee: referenced for learners using their own curriculum who want Hub support; the published monthly figure for the Own Curriculum option is 550€ per month. Specific itemised extras (for example exam entry fees, specialist subject fees, materials, trips, or local charges) are not itemised on the public fee page.
- Uniform: no uniform fee or compulsory uniform cost is listed on the public Portugal fees page.

Refund information

- No public, itemised refund or cancellation policy is published on the public Portugal fees page. Payment and contractual terms (including any provisions for refunds or cancellations) are issued in the contract and payment information you receive after the onboarding meeting; you are required to sign the contract and provide proof of payment to finalise enrolment.

Fee payment options

- The public Portugal fees page does not list specific accepted payment methods (for example credit card, debit card, PayPal, or bank transfer). Payment instructions and the accepted payment methods are provided with the contract and payment information sent to you following the onboarding meeting; you will be asked to provide proof of payment as part of the final enrolment steps.

Summary of published items and gaps

- Published and specific: admissions (one-time) fees by curriculum, monthly tuition amounts and 12-month totals by curriculum type, AP surcharge per course, registration renewal fee, sibling discounts, and the upfront payment discount.
- Not published on the public fee pages: term-specific fee breakdowns, year-group (grade)-specific fees, an itemised list of incidental charges (uniform, meals, trips), detailed Hub Attendance Fee breakdown beyond the Own Curriculum monthly figure, an explicit refund/cancellation policy, and a list of accepted payment methods. Contract and payment instructions are provided during the admissions/onboarding step.
Academics

Brave Generation Academy - Leiria teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
BGA Hubs in Portugal use a personalised and transformative learning model.
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Hub environment is English-speaking, providing a bilingual experience that enhances global readiness and cultural fluency. Portuguese+ offers global exposure in an English-speaking, multicultural setting, helping learners develop language skills and a global perspective.

Mental Wellbeing
Remote Invigilation for Pearson exams allows learners to sit assessments from home under online supervision, offering a flexible and supportive exam setting. This approach supports learners who experience anxiety or other emotional challenges during exams. It can reduce stress and travel demands, contributing to overall well-being.
Parent Experience

Community
Leiria is one of the BGA locations in Portugal. BGA Portugal uses a hybrid learning model with 24/7 online access and in-person Hubs guided by Learning Coaches. Hubs are co-learning spaces with a peer-to-peer atmosphere, where Learners develop skills through coursework and community work with ongoing guidance from Course Managers. The curricula include British, US, and Portuguese+ options; the Portuguese+ program uses Portuguese materials and assessments and prepares learners for Exames Nacionais, delivered in English-speaking Hubs to develop both Portuguese and English communication.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Hubs are co-learning spaces that foster a peer-to-peer atmosphere where Learners can thrive through skills and community work, with constant support from Learning Coaches. The hybrid model combines online study with in-person Hub experiences, linking digital learning with physical learning spaces. Leiria is listed among BGA's Center locations in Portugal, offering Hub-based learning in the region.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American Core Curriculum, and Portuguese+ secondary curricula. The curricula are accredited and internationally recognized. Learners have 24/7 access to a learning platform and receive guidance from Course Managers, while studying in co-learning Hubs with Learning Coaches. The hybrid model combines online study with in-person Hub experiences across Portugal, including Leiria.

Cultural & Language
The Portuguese+ curriculum uses all learning materials and assessments in Portuguese; includes preparation for Exames Nacionais; meets requirements for direct entry to Portuguese universities. It is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, so Learners develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.

Social & Hobbies
Hubs offer social and hobby opportunities through clubs and sports, and environmental initiatives. Hubs foster collaboration and a sense of belonging in a non-hierarchical environment. Learners manage their own schedules, including breaks and shared meals, supporting balance and well-being.

Community & Service
Hubs connect Learners with local internships, entrepreneurial projects, clubs, sports, environmental initiatives, and more. This provides real-world experiences and community engagement beyond academics.

Leadership & Professional
Learning Coaches provide personalised guidance, and Course Managers deliver feedback. The Unique Pathway Degree Programmes are fast, flexible, and career-driven, with options in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, and more. Learners gain a university diploma and real-world skills from anywhere.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Hubs are open Monday to Friday, typically from 08:00 to 18:00, and there is no summer shutdown. Hubs accommodate between 30–45 Learners per Hub, with one Learning Coach for every 15 Learners. Learners spend at least five hours per day at their Hub, with routines that include breaks and shared lunch periods to foster social connection and well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English and Portuguese. In Portugal, the Portuguese+ curriculum uses materials and assessments in Portuguese and prepares learners for Exames Nacionais, meeting direct-entry requirements for Portuguese universities as well as institutions worldwide. The Portuguese+ program is delivered within English-speaking Hubs to develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.

Bilingual Teaching
Language instruction is bilingual, with English-language hubs used for learning and the Portuguese+ curriculum taught in Portuguese. Learners on the Portuguese+ track complete all materials and assessments in Portuguese and prepare for Exames Nacionais. The school offers British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula in Portugal, delivered through a hybrid model with online and in-person hubs. This bilingual setup supports development of both Portuguese and English communication skills.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Start the BGA admissions journey by reviewing the 'How to Get Started with the BGA Admissions Process' resource. The Portugal page invites joining our journey and provides a downloadable eBook to learn more. The eBook covers the learning model and its foundations—Knowledge, Skills, and Community—Life in a BGA Hub, and how technology powers the flexible education model. For inquiries, contact +351 913 578 362 or use WhatsApp to chat.
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