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Brave Generation Academy - Lisbon

Portugal, Lisbon

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Portuguese
Fees €7,100 - 10,640
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 281
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Portuguese, English
Typical class size 45
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Brave Generation Academy Lisbon is an international hybrid school for ages 12–18, offering British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula. Learning occurs in a blended model: 24/7 online access via a digital platform and in-person Hub sessions with Course Managers and Learning Coaches. The Portugal hub blends online study with co-learning hubs that support collaboration and ongoing guidance. The Portuguese+ track provides Portuguese-language materials and Exames Nacionais preparation, enabling direct entry to Portuguese universities while classes run in English-speaking Hubs, developing both Portuguese and English skills. Qualifications are internationally recognised. Students progress at their own pace and build life skills through a Skills for Life approach, emphasising adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking. Higher Education pathways offer degrees in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports, delivering practical, globally recognised qualifications and pathways to university study. The school emphasises a collaborative, inclusive community and supports flexible pacing to suit learners everywhere.

Av. 25 de Abril 901, 2750-515 Cascais, Portugal

The Essentials

Brave Generation Academy - Lisbon has 281 pupils, typical class sizes of 45, instruction in English, Portuguese.

Location

Portugal, with multiple hubs across the country. The Cascais hub is at Av. 25 de Abril, 901 Cave, Esq., 2750-515 Cascais. Other hubs are located in Lagoa, Lagos (1 & 2), Loulé, Tavira, Vila Sol, Madeira (Funchal), Caldas da Rainha, Campolide, Cascais (1 & 2), Cascais Baía (1 & 2), CCB, Ericeira, Expo, Guincho, Leiria, Parede, Setúbal, Braga, Fundão, Porto, and Ofir. If none suit, BGA Online offers education wherever you are.

Stages

Secondary Education and Higher Education. The Higher Education programmes are Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in fields such as Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports.

Type

International hybrid school with online and offline Hubs; British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula; 24/7 online access and guidance from Course Managers and Learning Coaches.

Country affiliation

Portugal
Fees

Annual tuition at Brave Generation Academy - Lisbon ranges from EUR 7,100 to EUR 10,640 for 2026/27.

Application / One‑time fees

- Admissions (one‑time) fee charged prior to enrolment: 1,450€ for learners on the British International Curriculum, the American Core Curriculum, or for those following the school's Own Curriculum. 950€ for learners on the Portuguese curriculum.

Tuition fees by curriculum (monthly and annual totals)

- Tuition is billed as a flat monthly charge by curriculum and is the same across the secondary year groups; the school publishes a 12‑payment (monthly) billing structure. Annual totals below equal the monthly amount multiplied by 12.

- British International Curriculum: 595€ per month (12 monthly payments) → annual total if paid monthly: 7,140€ per year.
- American Core Curriculum: 845€ per month (12 monthly payments). AP courses incur an additional charge of 650€ per AP course. Annual total if paid monthly: 10,140€ per year (excluding any AP course fees).
- Portuguese Curriculum: 595€ per month (12 monthly payments) → annual total if paid monthly: 7,140€ per year.
- Own Curriculum (Hub Attendance Fee option): 550€ per month (12 monthly payments) → annual total if paid monthly: 6,600€ per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing structure: 12 monthly payments (monthly invoices). Paying 12 months upfront is accepted and gives a 3% discount on the total yearly fee. A Registration Renewal Fee of 500€ is payable after the completion of the learner's first 12 months and in subsequent years. Sibling discounts: 5% off the total monthly fee for the second child and 7.5% off for the third child. Proof of payment is required as part of enrolment completion; the contract and payment details are provided during the admissions process.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not part of the school's hybrid Hub model for secondary education and no boarding fees are published for the Portugal Hubs. The model is described around Hub attendance and hybrid online/offline provision.

Other costs and fees

- AP course surcharge (American curriculum): 650€ per AP course.
- Exam entry fees (sample published schedule for January exam session): fees vary by qualification and by whether the candidate is a BGA learner or an external private candidate. Example published amounts (January session):
- IAL (per single unit/paper): BGA learners 100€; external private candidates 200€.
- International AS/A2 Level: BGA learners 200€; external private candidates 400€.
- International A‑Level (all papers): BGA learners 300€; external private candidates 600€.
- Remote invigilation service (per unit + qualification entry fee): BGA learners 800€; external private candidates 1,600€.
- The published exam schedule also sets normal and late entry deadlines and stage‑based late fee multipliers. Special accommodation or assessment costs for subjects not offered by the school are charged to the candidate.

- No separate uniform, daily lunch plan, transport/bus or boarding charges are listed in the school's published secondary Hub fee schedule. Additional discretionary charges (for specific external assessments, remote invigilation, or optional services) are itemised where applicable.

Refund information

- The school's published fee and admissions materials set the one‑time Admissions Fee, monthly tuition arrangements, the Registration Renewal Fee, and exam entry fee rules (including late entry penalties). Specific general tuition refund schedules are not itemised in the school's public fee summary; exam entry and remote invigilation fee terms (including late‑entry and additional charges) are published for exam sessions. For trial/onboarding steps and proof of payment, the admissions process indicates a trial day (where applicable) and that a signed contract plus proof of payment finalises enrolment.

Fee payment options and required steps

- Payment methods and detailed payment instructions are provided with the contract and payment details issued during the admissions process; proof of payment must be supplied to complete enrolment. The school accepts upfront annual payments (with the stated 3% discount) and monthly payments under the 12‑payment structure. Specific accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, payment portal providers) are provided to families in the contract and payment instructions.

Summary of headline amounts (for quick reference)

- Admissions (one‑time): 1,450€ (British/American/Own curricula) or 950€ (Portuguese curriculum).
- Monthly tuition (12 payments): British 595€, American 845€ (plus 650€ per AP course), Portuguese 595€, Own Curriculum 550€.
- Registration renewal fee (annual after 12 months): 500€.
- Exam entry fees and remote invigilation fees: see published exam schedule for session‑specific amounts and late‑entry rules.
Academics

Brave Generation Academy - Lisbon teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum

British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula are offered for secondary education. Learners study through a hybrid model with online learning and in-person Hub sessions, progressing at their own pace. The curricula are accredited and internationally respected, with qualifications recognized by universities worldwide. The Portuguese+ track provides Portuguese-language materials and assessments, includes preparation for Exames Nacionais, and enables direct entry to Portuguese universities while still operating within English-speaking Hubs, developing both Portuguese and English communication skills.

Higher Education Progression

The programmes are internationally recognized and open doors to universities worldwide. The British, American, and Portuguese+ curricula support pathways to higher education across multiple countries. Learners can pursue university entry in Portugal or abroad through the global university network that recognises BGA qualifications.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school uses a Skills for Life approach that develops adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking, fostering a lifelong love of learning. The hybrid model combines online study with in-person Hub experiences and Learning Coaches to support learners and a peer community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English-speaking Hubs deliver instruction in English. The Portuguese+ curriculum is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, with all learning materials and assessments in Portuguese. Learners can choose between British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, or Portuguese+ curricula. The British, US, and Portuguese+ curricula are accredited and internationally respected. Portuguese+ meets direct entry requirements for Portuguese universities and prepares learners for international study.
Parent Experience

Community

BGA Portugal blends online learning with in-person Hub experiences through a hybrid model. Hubs are co-learning spaces where Learners work with peers and receive ongoing support from Learning Coaches. Learners may choose between the British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, or Portuguese+ curricula, with materials and assessments delivered through the learning platform and local Hubs. The Portugal network includes hubs in Cascais, Porto, Braga, Leiria, and other locations across the country, plus online learning options.
Facilities

Academic Facilities

The Portugal hub uses a hybrid model blending online and offline learning. Online learning provides 24/7 access to the learning platform with varied lesson styles and guidance from Course Managers. Offline learning takes place in co-learning hubs with ongoing support from Learning Coaches. The curriculum includes British, US, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited, with a focus on life skills such as adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking to foster lifelong learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school uses a hybrid model that combines online learning with in-person Hub experiences. Learners have 24/7 access to a learning platform and receive guidance from Course Managers. They can choose between British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, or Portuguese+ curricula and progress at their own pace. The programmes lead to internationally recognised qualifications that open doors to universities worldwide.

Cultural & Language

The Portuguese+ curriculum offers learning materials and assessments in Portuguese and includes preparation for and completion of Exames Nacionais. It meets requirements for direct entry to Portuguese universities while allowing admission to institutions worldwide. It is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, helping Learners develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.

Social & Hobbies

The offline Hub experiences are co-learning spaces where Learners engage in peer-to-peer learning and community work, with constant support from Learning Coaches. The approach emphasizes collaboration and critical thinking as part of the Skills for Life framework. Academic and social balance is achieved by combining international academics with a strong school community.

Community & Service

Learners participate in community work as part of the Hub experience, with guidance from Learning Coaches to develop social responsibility and collaborative skills. The model integrates community-focused activity within the BGA learning environment.

Leadership & Professional

Higher Education pathways offer Degrees in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, and more, providing a fast, flexible, and career-driven route to a university diploma. These programmes are designed to deliver real-world skills and internationally recognised qualifications. Learners receive ongoing guidance from Learning Coaches and Course Managers to prepare for professional life.
Languages

Language Provision

British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+ curricula are offered in Portugal; all learning materials and assessments for Portuguese+ are in Portuguese; Exames Nacionais are prepared for and completed; Portuguese+ is delivered within English-speaking Hubs, enabling development of both Portuguese and English communication skills.

Bilingual Teaching

Portuguese+ curriculum is delivered in Portuguese within English-speaking Hubs; learners develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.

Immersion Programs

All learning materials and assessments are in Portuguese.
Admissions

Admissions

How to Get Started with the BGA Admissions Process. Your Guide to Joining Our Journey. Know more at bravegenerationacademy.com. The admissions content highlights personalised guidance, academic and social balance, and steps made simple. Get in touch: +351 913 578 362. Contact: Av. 25 de Abril, 901 Cave, Esq., 2750-515 Cascais. Get clarity on enrolment, curriculum, and how to begin your child's journey with BGA. Your Next Step includes downloading the eBook to learn more about: the Learning Model and its foundations – Knowledge, Skills, and Community; Life in a BGA Hub; and how technology powers our flexible education model.
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