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International Christian School of Cascais

Portugal, Lisbon

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Portuguese
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 75
Type Co-educational
Opened 1980
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages Portuguese, English
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

International Christian School of Cascais (ICSC) offers a North American PreK–12 education in Cascais, Portugal, grounded in Christian principles. The school serves the children of missionaries and the international community, with ages from 3 to 18. ICSC is fully accredited by the National Association of Private Schools (K-12) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The high school program is diploma-granting and partners with the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS), which provides U.S.-style graduation options and is Cognia/NCAA-accredited. Facilities include enclosed sports and play areas (basketball court, foursquare, grass play area, children's play area), a dining service, vending, microwaves, and a bus/door-to-door transport network within Cascais, Estoril, Sintra, and Lisbon. Technology usage includes Google Classroom and Gradelink for attendance and grades. Weekly chapel and charitable events emphasize community service, while clubs cover arts, sports, and robotics, with language support in English, Portuguese, Chinese, and Afrikaans. For global families.

Av. de Sintra 1154 a, 2755-322 Alcabideche, Portugal

The Essentials

International Christian School of Cascais has 75 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English, Portuguese.

Location
The campus is located at Av. de Sintra 1154, 2755-322 Alcabideche, Cascais, Portugal. It sits in the Alcabideche area of Cascais.

Stages
PreK–12

Type
International Christian school offering a North-American curriculum.

Pupil Nationality Mix
25 Countries represented by our students.

Country affiliation
Portugal

Religious affiliation
Christian

Bus service
Exclusive door-to-door bus service with IMT-certified drivers; service areas include Cascais, Estoril, Sintra and Lisbon regions.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
ICSC is a uniformed school. A school uniform is worn by students.

Food Options
School restaurant service is available for meals. Meals from a local restaurant can be ordered on the day or students may bring meals from home. A refrigerator, microwaves and a sandwich grill are available, and a vending machine stocks sandwiches, juices, and other healthy items.

Governance and Ownership
In partnership with the International Christian Church of Cascais (ICCC). Accredited by ACSI, Cognia, NCAA and NAPS; the high school program partners with the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS).
Academics

International Christian School of Cascais teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
North American academic education; comprehensive, American-style curriculum for PreK-12, with a high school program that is a complete diploma-granting offering. The school is fully accredited by the National Association of Private Schools (K-12) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The high school program partners with University of Nebraska High School (UNHS), which is accredited by Cognia and NCAA, to prepare students for U.S. high school graduation.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small classes provide individual attention and flexibility in accommodating each student's learning style and pace.

Higher Education Progression
The high school diploma program, enhanced by a partnership with University of Nebraska High School (UNHS), prepares students for U.S. high school graduation.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school centers social and emotional development on spiritual and character formation. It emphasizes loving relationships with Jesus Christ, colleagues, students, families and the wider community. It develops character qualities such as honesty, integrity, respect, responsibility, creativity, innovation, perseverance, self-control, compassion and trustworthiness, with staff modeling these qualities. It fosters a servant attitude and excellence in all endeavors. It encourages students to engage with the community and participate in collaborative and service activities.

Safeguarding
Guidance counselors help students develop the academic and social skills necessary to lead successful lives. An experienced Careers Guidance Counselor and psychologist are available to guide, encourage and support families and students to make informed and realistic choices. High school students attend career expositions and we invite guest speakers.
Parent Experience

History
The International Christian School of Cascais (ICSC) was founded in 1980 and is located in the village of Cascais. It provides a North American–style academic education grounded in Christian principles and morals. ICSC serves the children of missionaries as well as the international community. The school is fully accredited by the National Association of Private Schools (K-12) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The high school program partners with the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS), an internationally recognized institution accredited by Cognia and NCAA.

Community
Spiritual Emphasis is part of the program, with chapel weekly and exposure to various topics and guest speakers. A Special Events Calendar is planned by staff and the Parent's Club to encourage social interaction, raise funds, and increase community awareness. Class projects and a range of sports, co-curricular activities, and field trips are organized throughout the year. Guidance counselors support students and high school students attend career expositions and guest speakers.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has a Parent's Club that works with staff to plan a calendar of events each year. The Parent's Club helps encourage social interaction among students and families. The events are designed to raise funds and increase community awareness. Examples include student and teacher football matches, charity drives, and the annual Christmas Production. The Parent's Club collaborates with staff and administration on event planning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Enclosed sport and play areas include a basketball court, a foursquare court, a grass play area, and a children's play area with toys, swings and a jungle gym. The school provides a dining service with a daily restaurant option, a snack vending machine, and food warming facilities including microwaves and a sandwich grill, with a refrigerator available for student food storage. Exclusive door-to-door transport is provided to cover Cascais, Estoril, Sintra and Lisbon areas. Online access for parents to view daily attendance, grades and assignments is available via Gradelink.

Sports Facilities
Enclosed sport and play areas include a basketball court, a foursquare court, a grass play area and a children's play area with toys, swings and a jungle gym.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include tutoring options (English, Math and more), martial arts such as Judo, Karate or Jiu Jitsu, dance (Hip-Hop, Creative Dance and Ballet), robotics, arts and football. Activities are provided in partnership with Clube de Judo Hajime, and a broad range of after-school clubs are offered on and off campus.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
ICSC provides a comprehensive North American–style curriculum for PreK–12. The high school program is diploma-granting and internationally recognized, with a partnership with the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS) to support U.S.-style graduation. The school is fully accredited by the National Association of Private Schools (NAPS) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI); UNHS is accredited by Cognia and NCAA, supporting the high school pathway. Technology is integrated into learning with Google Classroom and other online tools, and progress is tracked via Gradelink.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities are offered through a broad range of after‑school and classroom options. Music and theatre are highlighted, and dance options include Hip-Hop, Creative Dance and Ballet. Robotics and hands‑on technology projects provide creative and problem‑solving experiences.

Cultural & Language
ICSC provides administration support in English, Portuguese, Chinese, and Afrikaans. The school serves the children of missionaries as well as the international community. There are students from many countries, with 25 countries represented by our students.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs include tutoring in English and Math, martial arts such as Judo, Karate and Jiu Jitsu, dance, robotics, and the arts. Football is also offered and opportunities for off‑campus activities exist.

Community & Service
Spiritual development is central, with chapel once a week and guest speakers to expose students to scriptural topics. The Special Events Calendar includes charity drives, football matches and the annual Christmas Production. The school emphasizes serving all, modeling a servant attitude as part of the school community, in partnership with the ICCC.

Leadership & Professional
Educating Tomorrow's Leaders is a core aspiration of ICSC. Guidance counselors and a dedicated Careers Guidance Counselor help students with academic and social development, and high school students participate in career expositions with guest speakers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
ICSC provides on‑site sports and field trips, with enclosed sport facilities and a dedicated bus service for safe transportation. The school uses a uniform policy and offers a daily restaurant service for meals. A guidance counselor supports students' academic and social well‑being.
Languages

Language Provision
Administrative support is provided in four international languages: English, Portuguese, Chinese and Afrikaans. The school follows a North American-style curriculum for PreK–12, and the High School program partners with the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS) to offer a US high school graduation pathway. A Portuguese language class is offered to teach Portuguese and immerse students in Portuguese culture.

Immersion Programs
Portuguese class includes cultural immersion experiences to learn the language and culture.
Reputation

Accreditations
ACSI — The Association of Christian Schools International; an association of evangelical Protestant Christian schools; ICSC is a member. Cognia — Cognia accreditation represents unified policies and procedures for accreditation and certification across its divisions; ICSC is recognized by Cognia. NAPS — National Association of Private Schools (K-12) accreditation; ICSC is fully accredited by NAPS. NCAA — The National Collegiate Athletic Association; ICSC is recognized by NCAA. AEP — Portuguese Evangelical Alliance; endorsement/connection with the alliance in Portugal.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The school offers Apply Online and a Download Form for applications. 2. The registration process is simple and guided through each enrollment step during the period. 3. Parents and students have a general interview with the school; it is best to bring all relevant documentation to ensure Your child is placed in the correct grade; all documents should be officially translated if they are not in English or Portuguese. 4. Visit: Make an appointment to visit ICSC, see the classrooms and chat with the staff. 5. Registration: Apply online or send your completed application form to the school via email; alternatively, start the registration process when you visit ICSC. 6. Discipline: Students will be held responsible for their actions and shall conduct themselves in keeping with their level of maturity, scriptural principles, and respect for fellow students and those in authority. 7. Student Dress Code: ICSC is a uniformed school. 8. Health Services: At the beginning of each year, each parent is required to submit a signed Student Health Form, which includes authorization for emergency care. 9. School Property: Students are expected to show respect and care for school property, as well as their own belongings. 10. We accept admissions throughout the year; the school does not have a designated enrollment period. 11. We prioritize enrollment renewals for students who have previously attended our school over new enrollments. 12. The school warmly welcomes students of all cultures, ethnicities, religions, countries of origin, and educational experience to join our diverse community of learners.
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