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Leiria International School

Portugal, Leiria

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Portuguese, French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Leiria International School serves students aged 3 to 18 with a Cambridge curriculum from Early Years through A/AS Levels, taught entirely in English. The programme encompasses Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels, complemented by a Reggio Emilia Approach in the early years. The first LIS campus is located in Marinha Grande, in a historic building dating from 1966 that has been renovated for modern use. Learning spaces are designed to support the whole person—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual development. Outdoor learning is central, with projects that integrate nature and community engagement. The interior design emphasizes transparency and movement, with flexible spaces prepared for project-based learning and integrated digital technology. The campus aims to feel like a welcoming home while maintaining clear academic standards. All instruction is in English, and LIS is an accredited Cambridge International program provider.

R. Dom João Pereira Venâncio, 2430-293 Marinha Grande, Portugal

The Essentials

Leiria International School has instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at Rua Dom João Pereira Venâncio, 2430–290 Marinha Grande, Leiria, Portugal. The campus is in Marinha Grande within the Leiria District. Bus service is available on request for children aged 3 and above, with two routes: Leiria Route (Pousos - Leiria - School) and Coastal Route (Caldas - Valado dos Frades (Alcobaça) - Nazaré - Pataias - Martingança - Moita - School). The bus service uses modern buses and aims to minimize travel time.

Stages
Early Years; Primary; Secondary.

Type
International Cambridge curriculum school offering Cambridge Primary through AS/A Level.

Additional learning support
A Learning Support program provides personalized academic guidance (MTSS). The ESL program empowers students to develop social and academic English, with a blended model of ESL sessions and in-class support. A School Counselor provides wellbeing and academic support.

Country affiliation
Portugal

Bus service
Bus service is available to and from LIS on request (with supplementary costs) for children aged 3 years and above. Routes include Leiria Route: Pousos - Leiria - School and Coastal Route: Caldas - Valado dos Frades (Alcobaça) - Nazaré - Pataias - Martingança - Moita - School. For children under seven, appropriate car seats should be provided by parents.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Daily Uniform: A variety of everyday items for educational growth at LIS, which can be freely combined while respecting colour guidelines for both the Primary and Secondary levels. PE Uniform: A dedicated uniform for physical education classes and school sports activities. Formal Uniform: Uniform for official events, presentations, field trips, receptions and other dates when students may be asked to present themselves in a formal way.

Food Options
A full-service cafeteria operated by an external company; parents pay for this service separately.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a member of ECIS (The Educational Collaborative for International Schools). It is authorized by Cambridge Assessment International Education to teach all stages within the Cambridge pathway (Cambridge Primary; Cambridge Lower Secondary; Cambridge IGCSE; Cambridge International AS/A Levels). It is recognized nationally by the Portuguese Ministry of Education.
Fees
Application fee

- The school does not publish a publicly available fixed application or enrollment fee amount. Applications are submitted through the school's online application process and the admissions team handles confirmation and next steps.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish a public tuition-fee schedule by year group or per term on its public materials. No definitive per-term or per-year amounts for Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE or Upper Secondary (AS/A Level) are available in the school's public pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- There is no publicly posted billing schedule or detailed payment-terms document (for example: termly/annual invoicing dates, late-payment penalties, instalment plans) on the school's publicly accessible pages. The admissions and enrollment process is managed by the school's admissions team.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Leiria International School operates as a day school and does not have boarding facilities.

Other costs or fees

- Uniform: Students are required to wear a school uniform; uniform items are handled through the school's uniform/LIS Store arrangements. Costs for uniform items are not published.

- School lunches / cafeteria: The school operates a full-service cafeteria run by an external provider; parents pay for this service separately. The cafeteria price schedule is not published on the school's public pages.

- Transport: The school operates a bus service (Leiria and coast routes); a route-selection form is available. Specific per-route or per-seat transport charges are not published.

- BYOD / device requirement: Students from Form 3 onward must have a personal device under the school's Bring Your Own Device programme. Any device cost is a parent expense and is not published as part of a school fee schedule.

- Extracurricular activities: After-school extracurricular activities are available and any associated fees are charged separately; no comprehensive public price list for activities was found.

Refund information

- No publicly posted, detailed refund policy for application deposits, registration payments, tuition refunds, or pro‑rata term refunds was found on the school's public pages.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)

- The school's public materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example credit card, debit card, bank transfer, or local payment platforms). Payment method details are handled through the admissions/enrollment process.

Summary of findings and limitation

- I reviewed the school's public admissions and school-life pages and checked third‑party school directory listings. The school's public pages confirm the school's location, admissions process, day‑school status, uniform requirement, cafeteria arrangement, transport service and BYOD requirement, but they do not publish a fee schedule or numerical amounts for application fees, tuition by year/term, billing schedules, refund rules, boarding (not applicable), or accepted payment methods. Because no published fee schedule or numeric fee amounts were available, exact figures for any requested fee items cannot be supplied from the school's public materials.
Academics

Leiria International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Cambridge curriculum from Early Years through A/AS Level, with all instruction delivered in English. LIS is an accredited Cambridge International program provider.

Exam Results
The school has outstanding success rates in Cambridge International assessments.

Higher Education Progression
The Cambridge pathway prepares learners to excel in higher education and pursue fulfilling careers in Portugal and internationally.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Leiria International School uses a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to identify needs early and provide timely, personalized interventions across academic, social, and emotional domains. MTSS helps learners access the full curriculum and build resilience. The School Counselor leads a developmental counseling program to nurture wellbeing, promote resilience, and support each learner's journey. Counseling is grounded in empathy and advocacy, recognizing each student's individuality and sense of belonging. The approach emphasizes early identification and consistent, compassionate support so students flourish.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support provides personalized academic guidance for students with identified learning challenges. Specialists work with families and teachers to tailor instruction and accommodations. Support covers reading, writing, math, executive functioning, attention, social-emotional skills, and sensory support. Learning Support is collaborative, with differentiated instruction and progress monitoring to help learners grow with independence. The aim is to enable every learner to access the curriculum within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The ESL program empowers students to develop social and academic English skills to access the curriculum confidently and independently. All instruction is delivered entirely in English. The model blends targeted ESL sessions with scaffolded in-class support through co-planning and co-teaching. Experienced ESL educators guide language development, helping students find their voice and engage with a multilingual community. Through language learning, students expand perspectives and grow as global citizens.

Mental Wellbeing
The School Counselor leads a developmental program that nurtures wellbeing and resilience and supports each learner's academic, social, and emotional journey. The counselor partners with students, families, and staff to create a safe, inclusive space where students feel heard and valued. The school emphasizes belonging and advocates for mental wellbeing as part of the educational experience. Interventions are individualized and may include coping strategies, social skills, and referrals as needed.

Safeguarding
As a ECIS member school, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is a core commitment. Safeguarding means keeping children safe is everyone's responsibility and that staff provide a safe and inclusive environment. Training on child protection awareness and procedures occurs annually. All employees undergo a rigorous vetting process and confidential references are sought. The school upholds diversity, equity, and inclusion and ensures learners have a trusted adult and knowledge of their rights. All individuals connected with the school are expected to act with integrity to keep students safe and included.
Parent Experience

Community
Leiria International School emphasizes strong relationships as the foundation of a thriving community. A community group provides every member of the LIS family with a supportive, positive, and welcoming space to connect, adapt, imagine, plan, and create together—inviting ideas and participation from representatives across the diverse community to strengthen student learning and deepen belonging. Community events include Beach Clean-up, International Day, and Terry Fox Run. Ambassadors include Candice Lock, Gulmira Kopbaeva, Polina Tytar, Ranjana Pandiar, Sandrina Carreira, and Vicky Millwood.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has a community group that includes parents, staff, and students and provides a space to connect and collaborate on LIS initiatives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The first LIS campus is located in Marinha Grande, housed in a beautiful historic building dating from 1966 that has been adapted for modern use and is newly renovated. The learning spaces are designed for the whole person, supporting physical, mental, emotional and spiritual development. Outdoor learning is central to the program, with nature and community engagement embedded in projects. The interior design emphasizes transparency and movement, with flexible spaces ready for project-based learning and integrated digital technology. The campus aims to feel like a welcoming home while maintaining clear academic standards.

Sports Facilities
On-site Football Pitch (LIS). Tennis is played at Clube de Ténis da Marinha Grande (CTMG). Rugby uses the Football Pitch (LIS). Swimming takes place at Desportivo Náutico M.G. (LIS VAN). Horse riding is provided with Assoc. Equestre Cavalo Dourado (LIS VAN). Jiu Jitsu uses Checkmat (LIS VAN).

Academic Facilities
Leiria International School offers the Cambridge curriculum from Early Years through A/AS Level, with all instruction delivered entirely in English. The learning spaces are designed to be flexible and collaborative, with integrated digital technology to support project-based learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Leiria International School offers Co-Curricular Activities across arts, music, science and sports. Programs include Boys Football and Girls Football on campus, Tennis at CTMG, Rugby, Swimming at external venues, Horse Riding, Jiu Jitsu, and a range of music lessons (Guitar, Piano, Drums, Violin, Clarinet), plus Creative Art, Mini Kinos, Sewing Studio and The Inventors, Contemporary Dance, and Irish Dancing. Additional programs include partnerships with Brighton Learning Center and Happy Code. These CCAs are not included in the tuition.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Inventors provide hands-on experiences in engineering, art, and creativity, developing 21st-century skills, curiosity, and confidence. Happy Code enables programming through digital projects, building logic, independence, and critical thinking. Mini Kinos offers stop-motion storytelling, inviting imagination and problem-solving. Sewing Studio and Creative Art support maker culture, practical craft, and self-expression.

Arts & Creative
Music Lessons (Guitar, Piano, Clarinet, Drums) are offered with dedicated teachers, developing musical technique, rhythm, and expression. Contemporary Dance, Irish Dancing, and Ballet provide movement-based artistic training. Creative Art, Sewing Studio, Mini Kinos, and The Little Carpenters support hands-on artistic making and storytelling.

Social & Hobbies
Boys Football and Girls Football, Rugby, Tennis, and Swimming are offered as CCAs, fostering teamwork, discipline, and resilience. Jiu Jitsu provides physical training, focus, and confidence. The programme also includes dance and music activities that offer social and creative outlets.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical activity is a core part of life through football, tennis, rugby, swimming, horse riding, and dance. These CCAs promote fitness, coordination, resilience, and wellbeing. The range of activities supports peer connection, teamwork, and stress relief.
Languages

Language Provision
All instruction is delivered entirely in English. The Cambridge curriculum is offered from Early Years through A/AS Level.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquire: The Admissions Team provides information via email and responds promptly. Families can apply at any time; LIS enrolls new students throughout the year, and many join mid-year.

2. Exploratory Visit: A 60-minute session to get to know LIS and its community. Tours are available Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Book the visit through the site to learn about LIS's community.

3. Submit the Application: Complete the LIS application form; after submission, parents receive an email confirmation and are invited to schedule an interview with the coordinators. For Upper Secondary (Form 9 to 12), students should attend this interview. Language proficiency is assessed during the admission process; non-native English speakers in Forms 1 to 9 will undergo an English as an Additional Language evaluation after admission.

Waitlist
If a class is full, a waiting pool of applications is created. LIS draws from this pool based on priority guidelines to determine which students will benefit most from LIS. Priority is given to siblings of currently enrolled students; native English speakers and former LIS students; other qualified applicants, with additional priority to students transferring from international schools where English is the instruction language. For questions about applying online, contact admissions@leiriainternationalschool.com.
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