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Montalvo International School

Portugal, Algarve

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €11,550 - 13,785
Ages 11 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2023
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Portuguese
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

Located in the cultural heart of the Algarve, Montalvo International School offers a British international education for students aged 11 to 17. The school follows the British Curriculum, with Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9), iGCSEs ( Years 10–11) and AS/A Levels (Years 12–13). Students prepare for examinations as a clear pathway to universities and higher education. The Loulé campus occupies a historic building dating back to the 1890s and aims to be a Centre of Excellence for Years 9 to 13, providing a dedicated learning hub with on-site teaching and all necessary facilities within the welcoming surrounds of the town. A focus on language immersion and cultural exchange is central to the programme, with Portuguese language study embedded in community involvement. The Montalvo Partnership Program will develop to enhance language and cultural immersion. In addition to academics, the school emphasizes extracurriculars and well-being as part of a holistic education for all.

Av. Marçal Pacheco 37, 8100-567 Loulé, Portugal

The Essentials

Montalvo International School has instruction in English.

Location
Algarve, Portugal. Located in Loulé at Avenida Marçal Pacheco, 37, the school sits in the heart of the historic town of Loulé in the Algarve region.

Stages
KS3; iGCSEs (Year 10–11); AS/A Levels (Year 12–13)

Type
British international school

Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Fees

Annual tuition at Montalvo International School ranges from EUR 11,550 to EUR 13,785 for 2026/27.

*Application fees*

- One-time registration / application fee: EUR 300.

*Tuition fees by year group (annual and termly breakdown)*

- Grade 8 (age ~13): Annual tuition EUR 11,250. Per term (annual ÷ 3) EUR 3,750.
- Grade 9 (age ~14): Annual tuition EUR 13,785. Per term EUR 4,595.
- Grade 10 (age ~15): Annual tuition EUR 13,785. Per term EUR 4,595.
- Grade 11 (age ~16): Annual tuition EUR 13,785. Per term EUR 4,595.
- Grade 12 (age ~17): Annual tuition EUR 13,785. Per term EUR 4,595.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*

- Published tuition figures are stated as annual totals; per-term figures above are the annual total divided into three equal instalments (termly amounts shown). For billing schedule and precise payment due dates, the school's admissions office handles invoicing and payment arrangements.

*Boarding fees*

- The school is listed as a day school; there are no published boarding fees because boarding is not offered.

*Other costs and fees*

- Books and examination fees: The school's published information indicates that books are provided and that exam fees are covered for enrolled students.
- Sibling discount: 2nd child – 5%; 3rd child – 10%; 4th child onwards – 15%.

*Refund information*

- No separate boarding- or board-related refund applies (board is not provided). For tuition refund, withdrawal or pro‑rata rules, and any conditions that apply to refunds, fee contracts and admissions paperwork from the school's admissions office set the terms.

*Fee payment options*

- Fee arrangements and payment methods are handled by the school's administration; contact details for arranging payments are the school phone and administration email shown in the school's contact information.
Academics

Montalvo International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 11 to 17.

Curriculum
Key Stage 3 runs Years 7–9 (ages 11–14) and builds the foundations for GCSE study. In Year 9, students study English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities (Geography and History), Languages, Art and Design, Technology, Physical Education and Computing, and by the end of Year 9 they sit three iGCSEs: Foundation Maths, English and a Science subject of their choosing. The iGCSE years span Year 10–11, with students choosing at least three option subjects from Maths, Languages, Science, Humanities/Social Sciences and Creative/Technical/Vocational subjects; core iGCSE requirements include Mathematics, English Language, Literature, Portuguese and the three Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). AS/A Levels cover Years 12–13 (grades 12–13, ages 16–17) and are described as the culmination of British International Education, taken over two years to prepare for post-school life. The school positions the iGCSE and A Level pathways as a launchpad to universities and higher education.

Higher Education Progression
The school positions iGCSEs and A Levels as a launchpad to universities and higher education worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school is student-centered and progress-driven. It aims to help students reach their personal best by building confidence and a learning environment that pushes for high achievement. Small class sizes provide individualized attention and support social development. Being surrounded by similarly aged peers helps build relationships and social connections. The school emphasizes personal growth and the development of social-emotional skills as part of daily learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school is student-centered and progress-driven, and it looks after the specific needs of all students. Robust methods and systems are in place to ensure the academic and pastoral needs of all students are met.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school began its academic endeavour in the cultural centre of the Algarve, located in Loulé. The first school building dates back to the 1890s. The goal is to make the Montalvo International School premises in Loulé a Centre of Excellence for examination year groups from Years 9 to 13, providing a dedicated hub for learning with on-site teaching and all the amenities needed within the welcoming environs of Loulé city.

Academic Facilities
The learning hub is designed for Years 9–13 with a focus on iGCSEs and A Levels, offering on-site study spaces and targeted teaching to support examination preparation and student development.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school emphasizes a holistic educational approach that goes beyond academics. There is a focus on extracurricular activities, cultural exchange programs, and community integration. The aim is to broaden students' horizons and provide learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom. The Montalvo Partnership Program will be developed in the coming months to support language immersion and community involvement.

Cultural & Language
The school offers cultural exchange programs and opportunities to engage with the local Algarve community. Language immersion is supported by learning Portuguese within the community. The Montalvo Partnership Program will support these language and cultural immersion efforts. Extracurricular activities accompany cultural experiences to broaden students' horizons.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a range of extracurricular activities as part of its holistic education. Students have opportunities to engage in activities outside the classroom. Extracurriculars are designed to broaden horizons and support personal development. Cultural exchange programs and community involvement complement these activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school pursues a holistic educational approach that extends beyond academics to support student well-being. Extracurricular activities, cultural exchange programs, and community integration contribute to students' well-being and personal growth. Language immersion supports social development and well-being by helping students connect with the local community. The Montalvo Partnership Program will support these holistic aims.
Languages

Language Provision
English is a core subject and language of instruction in iGCSE. Portuguese is taught as a core subject (iGCSE includes Portuguese among required subjects). A range of modern foreign languages is offered as options, including French, German, Spanish and Mandarin. The teaching staff includes language specialists in French and Portuguese and a Spanish teacher.
Admissions

Admissions
From initial enquiry to the first lesson, we guide applicants every step of the way. Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make. At Montalvo International School, the process is clear, personal, and supportive, ensuring that each student who joins is placed in an environment where they can truly excel. The admissions process reflects the school's values of Academic Excellence, Care, and Individual attention.
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