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Almada International School delivers the Cambridge Primary through Lower Secondary curriculum, and is Cambridge Curriculum Certified. The school teaches in English and Portuguese with bilingual instruction that supports fluency in both languages and alignment with the national curriculum in the early years. Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary programmes form the core, with a future pathway toward IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme. In Lower Secondary four languages are taught—Portuguese, English, French and AI/digital literacy—and Computing promotes digital competence with a zero-screens approach. The campus emphasizes active, project-based learning and outdoor experiences through the AIS Nature & Farm, with wellbeing integrated as a daily priority. Facilities include outdoor spaces designed to stimulate creativity and interaction with nature. Meals are included and offered with a Mediterranean-based menu including vegetarian and vegan options. The school prepares students for international higher education through interdisciplinary study and real-world application across subjects and global perspectives.
Colégio Bernardette Romeira is an international school for learners aged 3 to 16, located in Olhão, Portugal. The campus operates as a Cambridge Learning Partner and Cambridge Exam Preparation Centre, delivering Cambridge English Studies and assessments alongside a Portuguese framework. In Early Years, Nursery and 3–5 year-old classes use a child-centered, play-based approach with a smooth transition to Year 1. Primary Years (Years 1–4) are taught in a bilingual Portuguese–English setting, with daily language support and opportunities for independent thinking and cross-disciplinary connections. Middle School follows the Portuguese curriculum, with English taught as a second language and three-language options in Years 7–9. The school also combines Cambridge alignment with Portuguese Studies up to Year 9 and International Studies up to Year 6. Facilities include a library, swimming, karate and basketball, plus Probotica robotics and programming. Notable features: English Studies Programme, Drama and Music, and a range of language and clubs.
Hypha International School offers Cambridge Primary education for ages 3 to 10, with a Portugal-based program for families abroad. The primary curriculum follows the Cambridge International framework, supplemented by specialist subjects such as music, physical education and art, many taught in Portuguese. From Year 2, students have Portuguese literacy lessons twice a week. Entrepreneurship is embedded through project-based time, developing leadership, problem-solving and creativity. A strong emphasis on nature supports learning through Forest School and outdoor exploration. The school sits in 7000 square meters of gardens and woodland, and students spend over three hours a day outdoors for lunch, play and learning. Meals follow a balanced menu, with a soup starter and a no-sugar policy. A free, certified transport service runs to Cascais, with pickup at 07:50 and drop-off at 16:30. Pre-primary pedagogy includes Forest School, Reggio Emilia, and Montessori approaches, plus a Sensory Room and Creative Studio. Global access.
CJD International School in Porto, established in 2023/2024 after joining the Dukes Education network, delivers Cambridge education within Colégio Júlio Dinis. The Cambridge curriculum is the core: Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, IGCSE, AS and A Levels, with Cambridge ICE as a group award. English is the official language of instruction; home languages are valued and may be used as learning resources, and EAL support is available. Cambridge Upper Secondary centers on IGCSE, with credit-based progression; to reach Cambridge Advanced, students must accumulate at least seven credits and pass at least five in IGCSE. The facilities include laboratories for chemistry, physics, biology and geology, and a STEM room for interdisciplinary work. The campus comprises buildings with indoor and outdoor sports facilities and a Music Centre and Performing Arts. DELF and DELE exam centers enable language certification. The school participates in eTwinning and Erasmus+ projects, Eco-Schools, and digital leadership initiatives, broadening collaboration across international networks, and fostering a global outlook.
Aljezur International School offers a British curriculum tailored to life in the Western Algarve. Ages 11 to 18 study together in small groups, with Years 7–9 emphasizing experiential learning and tutor bonds, and a two-year Cambridge track leading to IGCSE examinations before progressing to AS and A Levels. The school operates as a Cambridge International Examination Centre, and is the Algarve's only open Cambridge exam centre, welcoming internal and external candidates. The campus occupies a converted farmhouse on seven hectares of protected land, with an organic vegetable garden, resident animals, and a three-hectare river valley that supports sustainability projects. Lessons incorporate UNESCO, Oxfam, Amnesty International and National Geographic resources to enrich inquiry. A stage-not-age philosophy enables earlier IGCSE entry where appropriate, and tutorial support for AS and A Level qualifications. Outdoor theatre, a school band, community service, and leadership opportunities accompany strong academics. This fosters global-minded, responsible learners for life.
Beyond International School is a private bilingual school offering Portuguese and English instruction for children aged 3 to 10. The school follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum for ages 5–10 (Reception to Year 5), with Cambridge Lower Secondary for ages 11–12, and combines this with a Bespoke Curriculum designed to prepare learners for the 21st century. The school's four‑dimensional model—knowledge, skills, character and meta‑learning—drives a competency‑based program that emphasizes STEM, digital literacy, global awareness and systems thinking, reinforced through Be Hour, a daily mindful‑learning session. Instruction is bilingual, with two teachers in every classroom (one Portuguese‑speaking, one English‑speaking) and language development guided by inquiry and projects, alongside integration of the Portuguese National Curriculum. Facilities include bright, flexible classrooms and wide outdoor spaces that invite exploration. Students undertake project‑based learning, purposeful collaboration, and social‑emotional growth within a supportive, growth‑oriented culture. The school emphasizes leadership and global citizenship through its four‑dimensional framework model.
Svenska Skolan i Lissabon is a Swedish international school on the Carcavelos coast between Lisbon and Cascais, a five‑minute walk from the sea and two minutes from the train station. It serves children aged 3 to 12, with preschool, a preschool class, and grades 1–6, small class sizes, and close contact among students, families, and teachers. Instruction is Swedish and follows the Swedish curriculum Lgr22 for preschool through grade 6; the timetable mirrors the Swedish schedule but adds extensions in Portuguese, physical education, and crafts. Specialized teachers cover music, art, crafts, home economics, Portuguese, and physical education. The school is one of the oldest Swedish schools abroad and operates as a member association, encouraging parental involvement, swift decision‑making, and open communication. The after‑school program Fritidsverksamhet supports social‑emotional development with activities such as baking, painting, drawing, sewing, gardening, and swimming when weather allows. The Nordic community includes Norwegian, Danish, and Finnish families, creating a Nordic environment and a focus on individuality and safety.
Colégio Santiago Internacional (CSI Tavira) is a coeducational independent school located in central Tavira in a 15th‑century building considered a historic landmark. Open to ages 3 to 18, it follows the English National Curriculum with bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese, adapted to meet each student's needs. The community includes more than 27 nationalities and about 130 students. The curriculum emphasizes mathematics and science, with the Arts and Sports component given significant emphasis, and a commitment to fostering an international culture and interest in other languages and cultures. The campus houses 16 classrooms plus facilities including a science laboratory, a music studio, a radio station, a computer room, an art room and a canteen offering healthy, sustainably sourced meals. Class sizes are capped at 18. A-levels are offered in Years 12 and 13. Extracurriculars include Tennis Club, Ballet, Portuguese Arts & Crafts, Egyptian Arabic Classes and Homework Club, supporting personal development alongside academics.
St George's School Lisbon delivers a Cambridge International education for students aged 10 to 18, with a bilingual English-Portuguese program. The school blends Cambridge Primary and Secondary pathways with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels, alongside a Bespoke Curriculum in partnership with St James's Primary School. Core subjects are taught in English and Portuguese, covering English Language, Portuguese Language, Mathematics, and Sciences, while Foundation elements include Global Perspectives and French. History is taught as British History in Years 6 to 7 and History under the Portuguese National Curriculum in Years 8 to 9. Economics and Business Studies are Cambridge offerings for Years 10 to 11; Computing, Art and Physical Education follow the Portuguese framework. The program is designed to develop bilingual pupils with solid scientific, technological, and artistic knowledge, supported by Cambridge Global Perspectives and a bilingual school environment that fosters language fluency across the curriculum.
The Deutsche Schule Algarve is a state-recognized German international school located in the Algarve. It offers a German curriculum for students aged 5 to 18, guiding Grundschule (grades 1–4) and Sekundarstufen I & II (grades 5–12), culminating in the German International Abitur (DIA). German remains the language of instruction, while Portuguese is the everyday language and English and French are taught as mandatory foreign languages. The school follows KMK guidelines for Deutsche Auslandsschulen and collaborates with Deutsche Schule Lissabon to ensure smooth transitions to German or international schools. Small class sizes foster a personal learning atmosphere, with differentiated instruction and open-learning formats. The timetable includes core subjects plus music, art, Sachunterricht, sport and swimming, and a focus on scientific work, presentation techniques and digital competencies. From 2025 the school operates under a family-led leadership team, continuing a strong intercultural and international project ethos, including Erasmus. A caring, internationally minded community.
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.
Deutsche Schule Lissabon is a private German-Portuguese encounter school for ages 3 to 18, with about 1,060 students and around 145 teachers. It operates as a Deutsche Auslandsschule and offers the German International Abitur, with Hauptschulabschluss and Realschulabschluss awarded; Abitur is taken at the end of Grade 12 and is recognised for university admission in Portugal. Instruction is in German across Grundschule (primary) and Gymnasium (secondary). Grundschule Lisbon follows the Thüringen education plan, teaching Deutsch Sprachkompetenzraster for Grades 1–4, Sachunterricht, Mathematics, Portugiesisch as L1 and L2, Ethik/Religion, Sport, Musik, and Kunst, with English introduced in early grades. Gymnasium follows German curricula for Sekundarstufe I (Grades 5–9) and Oberstufe (Grades 10–12) with subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Deutsch, Englisch, Geografie, Ethik/Philosophie, Französisch, Geschichte, Portugiesisch, Informatik, Mathematik, Musik, Kunst, Physik. The school emphasises bilinguality between German and Portuguese and intercultural exchanges. Facilities include Lisbon and Estoril campuses, science labs, arts and sports facilities, a swimming pool, and ongoing earthquake reinforcement and expansion.”
Montessori Bright Academy is an international Montessori school in Lisbon, founded by Fabienne Mikou, housed in a traditional Portuguese building in Alvalade with direct access to a forest. The school serves ages 1 to 12 across three programs: Toddler (1–3), Primary (3–6), and Elementary (6–12). Lessons run 8:00–13:00 for Toddlers; 8:00–15:30 for Primary; 8:00–15:45 for Elementary. The language environment is English with exposure to French and Portuguese, supporting multilingual development. AMI-certified guides deliver the Montessori pedagogy across all ages, emphasizing hands-on, mastery-based learning in mixed-age communities. The curriculum integrates practical life, sensorial work, language, and mathematics, with a Forest School outdoor program that connects learning to nature. Outdoor discovery fosters independence, collaboration, and environmental awareness across science, history, geography, and the arts. The school promotes independence, curiosity, and holistic learning, supported by a 20-hectare green playground adjacent to a forest, within a diverse, international community. Facilities nurture inquiry and resilience.
Seixal International School is a Cambridge-certified bilingual school in Portugal for children aged 3 to 11, delivering the Cambridge Primary curriculum with Portuguese–English instruction. The school operates as a micro-school with a non-traditional, personalised approach and small class sizes, ensuring every child is seen, heard and valued. The curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Sciences, Computing, Physical Education and Art, with curricular enrichment in Portuguese language and the History and Geography of Portugal. The school was founded by two sisters who wanted a different educational path for their own children, creating a family-like environment that supports each learner's development. Facilities span 1,000 m², with planned expansion for 2025–2026. Exterior spaces include a playground, a garden, a smallholding and sports fields; interior spaces include preschool and primary classrooms, Activities Room, Sala Polivalente, Library/Teachers' Room with multisensory area for NEE, and an elevator. Extracurriculars span chess, Yeah Science!, Inventors, Music, Canto, Ballet, football, yoga.
Brave Generation Academy – Braga delivers a hybrid secondary education for learners aged 12 to 18, with online study complemented by in-person Hubs. In Portugal the school offers British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American Core, and Portuguese+ curricula. The Portuguese+ option uses all learning materials in Portuguese, includes preparation for Exames Nacionais, and meets direct-entry requirements for Portuguese universities, while being delivered in English-speaking Hubs to develop both Portuguese and English communication. Learners benefit from 24/7 access to a robust online learning platform and guidance from Course Managers, plus Offline Hubs with Learning Coaches for in-person collaboration. Curricula are accredited and internationally recognised, with qualifications accepted by universities worldwide. Unique Pathway Degree Programmes provide fast, flexible, career-driven options in fields such as Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality and Sports. The program emphasises life skills like adaptability, collaboration, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. This approach is practical and future-focused.
NOAP is a Dutch day school in the Algarve near Silves delivering fully Dutch-language education for primary and secondary students aged 3 to 14. The school follows the Dutch curriculum and is affiliated with NOB (Dutch Education Abroad) and approved by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science. By collaborating with the Dutch Education Inspectorate, NOAP ensures Dutch compulsory education requirements are met, allowing seamless reintegration if a pupil returns to the Netherlands. For families staying in Portugal, the curriculum places emphasis on Portuguese and English language studies to support progression into the Portuguese and international school systems. The campus is set in a rural area among orange trees, offering small class sizes and personal attention. After-school care (BSO) runs 15:15–17:30 for 4–12-year-olds, at least once per week. Portuguese language and culture lessons are integrated into daily learning. The NOAP Foundation administers the school; statutes are filed with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK 75752123).
The International School of Madeira is an international day school offering Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary curricula for children aged 3 to 10. Established in 1997, it delivers an English National Curriculum with an international perspective through bilingual English-Portuguese instruction. The Infant School (ages 3–6) follows the Cambridge EYFS framework, organized around six curriculum areas and designed to support bilingual and multilingual learners. The Primary School (ages 6–10) uses the Cambridge Primary Curriculum across more than ten subjects, including English, mathematics and science, with Cambridge Primary English and mathematics strengthening core skills. The school supports bilingual or multilingual learning paths and can adapt the curriculum to a Portuguese program. Class sizes are small, with no more than fifteen pupils per class. Pastoral care and enrichment opportunities underpin a holistic approach. ISM maintains strong links with Madeira's secondary schools, and alumni include professionals across medicine, engineering, education and research opportunities.
LFIP Porto delivers the French national curriculum to students aged 3 to 18 in an international setting. As a member of the AEFE network, its programs follow the French Ministry of Education and are recognized by the Portuguese government. The school prepares learners for the Baccalaureate, with qualifications recognized for higher education in France, Portugal, and worldwide. By graduation, students master four languages—French, Portuguese, English, and German or Spanish—while an English European Section deepens English in Life Sciences, Economics, and Social Sciences. There is a strong emphasis on Portuguese language and history, alongside a progressive approach that combines active learning, collaboration, critical thinking, and real‑world applications. LFIP offers a distinctive global network and individualized student support. Facilities include on‑site dining, a major library and documentation center (CDI), health services, and school transport. The CDI and Marmothèque provide rich resources; arts, science, and sports clubs enrich daily life for families everywhere.
Brave Generation Academy - Algarve is a hybrid international school in Portugal offering British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula for learners aged 12 to 18. It combines online study with in-person Hubs guided by Learning Coaches, with 24/7 access to a digital platform and Hubs in Lagoa, Lagos, Loulé, Tavira, Vila Sol, and Madeira (Funchal) or online. Curricula are accredited and internationally recognized; the Portuguese+ track uses Portuguese materials and assessments, includes Exames Nacionais preparation, and enables direct entry to Portuguese universities while allowing study abroad. Higher Education is delivered through Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports. Founded in Cascais in July 2022 by Tim and Lidia Vieira, the network has expanded beyond Europe to Africa, the USA and Asia, aiming to democratize access to international education through learner-centered hubs. Learners benefit from flexible pathways and a supportive community.
Butterflies School in Beloura, Portugal, is a day school delivering bilingual education in Portuguese and English and following the Portuguese National Curriculum. English is treated as an equal language to Portuguese, with English- and Portuguese-speaking teachers in all classes. The school educates children from Nursery through Primary and blends project-based experiences with the Labs program and the Aloha Maths curriculum to enrich mathematical thinking and scientific inquiry. A German Section has been added as a German curriculum pathway, reflecting the school's commitment to multilingualism. Facilities combine bright indoor spaces with outdoor learning through Outdoor Discoveries, Mud Kitchen, Garden Patch, and Forest School activities. Key enrichment includes the Inventors Club and hands-on labs, plus extensive arts, science, and reading/writing in both languages. In 2024 the school moved to new, dedicated facilities in Quinta da Beloura, expanding its bilingual, child-centered, inquiry-driven approach. The environment supports curiosity, collaboration, and lifelong learning for families.
Oceanus International School offers a bilingual English-Portuguese education within the Cambridge Curriculum for ages 1 to 10. The Early Years Programme (Pre-Primary) and the Primary Programme (1st Cycle) are aligned with the national framework, with Cambridge-recognised certification possible by the end of Year 4. The Nursery and Pre-School use a project-based approach that supports holistic development, language and literacy, mathematical thinking, social-emotional skills, and multilingualism. In Primary, the curriculum builds solid academic foundations, learning-to-learn skills, creativity, and global citizenship, with English central alongside Portuguese. The school joined MB Education Group in 2025 and became part of the Cambridge International network, reflecting its emphasis on academic excellence, global outlook, and meaningful learning. Facilities are designed for independent exploration, with nature contact, open-ended materials, healthy meals, and reliable transport. It is an Apple Distinguished School (since 2022) with two Apple Distinguished Educators among staff. Extracurriculars include Chess, Robothink, and Dance, among others.
Lycée Français Charles Lepiérre Lisbonne (LFCL) is a French international school in Lisbon, affiliated with the AEFE network and serving around 2,100 students from nursery to terminale. The campus spans seven buildings and houses facilities including Marmothèque, BCDI and CDI libraries, IT spaces, cafeterias, and health and counselling services. The curriculum follows the French national program: from Seconde to Terminale on the general track, with the Première–Terminale BFI track adding CDM in Portuguese and ACL in English; the Portuguese International Section (SiP) begins in Seconde and provides a pathway into BFI. In Seconde, Portuguese runs 4h and History-Geography totals 4h (2h in French and 2h in Portuguese); English foundations continue. From Première, the BFI track preserves the core timetable and adds CDM and ACL. The school offers two on-site gyms, a dance room, and extensive after-school activities; orchestral and choral ensembles, theatre, and arts options enrich arts education. Student leadership and service are fostered through CVL, CVC, ACH, JRI, and eco-délégués.
Deutsche Schule Porto is a private German school in Porto, operated by the Deutsche Schulverein zu Porto with involvement from the German Foreign Office and the German overseas representation. It offers a bilingual education from Kindergarten through Gymnasium, culminating in the International Abitur. The school serves ages 3 to 18 across three levels: Kindergarten, Grundschule (primary), and Gymnasium (secondary). Instruction is in German and Portuguese, with students developing language proficiency in German, Portuguese, English, and French. The Abitur is internationally recognized, and Portuguese universities recognize it as a university entrance qualification. The school has a history of more than 120 years and celebrated its 125-year anniversary in 2025. It provides a broad after-school program and a range of academic and cultural activities, including Jugend forscht regional science competitions, an interactive Shakespeare performance with the Calliope Theatre Company, and academic exchanges such as a seminar at FLUP with Master students in Transnational German Studies. Community initiatives include Amizade sem idade and a Solidaritätskonzert for REFOOD.
Barlavento International Primary School provides an English-language international primary program for children aged 3 to 11, based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum of England, adapted for an international community living in Portugal. The campus sits in the Algarve countryside near Lagos, with extensive outdoor space, forest schools, wildlife areas, fruit and vegetable gardens, and two large shaded play areas. Four bright classrooms, a library, an IT room and a large sports hall with a stage support a range of activities, from daily lessons to performances and sports. The curriculum combines core English, Maths and Reading with Portuguese, Mindfulness, Gardening and Drama, delivered through thematically linked topics such as Our Wonderful World and Mission to Mars. Lunchtime clubs include yoga, art and chess, and the school collaborates with link-schools worldwide to nurture an international community focused on wellbeing, curiosity and responsible citizenship. Here families feel welcome.
Situated in Lisbon's Restelo district, L'École Trilingue serves pupils aged 2 to 11 with a trilingual immersion programme in English, French and Portuguese. The school follows the French curriculum for the Early Years Foundation Stage, organized around five areas of learning: language, physical and artistic expression, thinking and learning tools, and world exploration. Portuguese is taught daily for 30-45 minutes, and the school day is split between English and French instruction. The teaching is accredited by the French Ministry for Education and certified by the Portuguese Ministry, reflecting a cross-border partnership with France and Portugal and linking to the sister school in London. Housed in a refurbished 1940s building, classrooms are bright and arranged to support group work, personalised teaching, and sensorial exploration. A large garden supports biodiversity education and offers a Pre-nursery zone for 2-3 year olds. Breakfast and after-school care run beyond hours; offerings vary yearly in Lisbon.
Educan, Algarve is a private international day school in Portugal delivering the Pearson Edexcel International British Curriculum for learners aged 5 to 16. The core program runs in the morning, with core subjects taught from 9:00 to 13:00 and a hands-on approach that fosters practical understanding. In the afternoons, clubs run from 14:00 to 15:30, offering language options such as Portuguese, Dutch, Mandarin, French and Russian, along with Mindfulness, Art & Design, Science Experiments, Cooking, Engineering, Computing and Physical Education. Tutoring by experienced teachers supports all students, and a Pearson Edexcel Qualifications guide helps families understand the qualifications offered. Interactive projects, including an Annual Science Project, promote scientific thinking and collaboration. Extra-curricular activities extend learning beyond the classroom, with sessions from 2pm to 3:30pm. The school emphasizes student wellbeing, autonomy, and cross-cultural communication through its varied language and activity options. Students benefit from a supportive environment that welcomes international families.
Brave Generation Academy Porto is an international school in Portugal serving learners aged 12 to 18. It offers a choice of British Curriculum (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American Curriculum, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited and internationally recognized. The school operates a hybrid online and in-person hub model, with 24/7 access to the learning platform and daily guidance from Course Managers. In Portugal, Hubs are co-learning spaces where learners collaborate with peers and are supported by Learning Coaches. The Portuguese+ option provides materials and assessments in Portuguese, aligned with Exames Nacionais and direct-entry requirements for Portuguese universities while enabling study at institutions worldwide. The learning model emphasizes knowledge, skills, and community through project-based activities within the hub environment. This approach combines flexible online study with hands-on, collaborative in-person experiences to prepare students for international higher education pathways. Students access Portuguese+ materials and English-speaking hubs alongside a diverse peer community across hubs online.
Brave Generation Academy - Madeira is a hybrid international school hub in Madeira for learners aged 12 to 18. It offers British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited for university entry worldwide. The learning model blends online study with in-person Hub experiences guided by Learning Coaches; learners have 24/7 access to the online platform, with Course Managers providing ongoing support. The Portuguese+ track delivers all materials and assessments in Portuguese, includes Exames Nacionais preparation, and meets direct-entry requirements to Portuguese universities, while instruction occurs in English-speaking Hubs to build both Portuguese and English skills. Higher Education features Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, delivering a university diploma and practical experience. In Madeira, the hub offers spaces for internships, environmental initiatives, and clubs across Cultural and Language, Community and Service, and Leadership and Professional. Hubs operate weekdays with year-round study and flexible scheduling.
Eden Montessori International School in Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal, serves children from ages 3 to 12. The school uses a Montessori curriculum for Pre-School and Elementary levels and, since 2024, blends Montessori pedagogy with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. Eden is a Candidate School for the PYP and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The school operates a bilingual environment in English and Portuguese, fostering language development from early childhood. Programs include Children's House (3–6 years) and Lower and Upper Elementary (6–12 years), plus Extracurricular activities and aftercare for ages 3–12. The Montessori framework centers on Practical Life, Sensorial, Language Arts, Mathematics, and Cultural subjects, with integrated study of ecology, chemistry, anatomy, art, music, physical education, reading, drama, history, and geography. Extracurriculars include swimming, forest school, horse riding, arts and crafts, dance, and music, reinforcing independence, hands-on learning, and a love of learning in a diverse bilingual setting.
St James' Primary School in Cascais, Portugal, teaches British Curriculum with bilingualism in Portuguese and English. The school serves children aged 6 to 12 and follows the English National Curriculum, with core subjects including English, Portuguese, Mathematics and Sciences, complemented by English Literature, a Foreign Language, Geography and History. Arts are integrated to develop intellectual, moral and aesthetic growth through music, drama and visual arts, while parental involvement is encouraged. The aim is to prepare bilingual pupils who combine humanistic culture with scientific, technological and artistic knowledge to become responsible citizens. Small classes, taught by qualified staff in English and Portuguese, ensure time is divided equally between the two languages and curricula. The campus includes a building, dining room and classrooms, with sports facilities and outdoor spaces. Extra activities include Summer School and field trips such as Conímbriga. The school has links with St George's School for Years 8–10 progression.
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.
Lisbon Montessori School offers a Montessori curriculum for children aged 2 to 12. As a co-educational not-for-profit Montessori learning organization, the school emphasizes child-led learning within structured classroom environments. Instruction is delivered in English, with Portuguese-speaking classroom assistants supporting interactions. In the Lower Elementary, students participate in a Portuguese Language Club, and older elementary students receive afternoon Portuguese as a second language with a specialist teacher. This language programming helps immerse students in both English and Portuguese while respecting the Montessori approach to independent activity and practical life skills. The school's size and organization align with a nurturing community where teachers observe and respond to individual pace and interests. Families new to the international education landscape will find a clear path from early childhood through elementary education, with continuity in language exposure and culturally supportive learning. This program fosters autonomy, curiosity, and meaningful collaboration among peers, within a Portuguese context.
Tickles International School in Portugal offers an early years to primary programme within an international Cambridge framework, for students aged 0 to 10. The Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary components are authorized from 2025/2026 and are taught as a supplement to the national Portuguese curriculum rather than a substitute. The Cambridge Primary program covers Art and Design, Computing, English as a Second Language, Global Perspectives and Physical Education, alongside Cambridge subjects, with English taught as a second language where needed and Cambridge Primary Progression Tests for Years 2–4. The school operates Nursery, Day Care, Pre-School and Primary, with a strong English component across creche and pre-school and a daily English lesson from Year 1. Facilities include healthy meals, a multidisciplinary support team, and after-school activities. The campus emphasizes Project-Based Learning API, Reading Club, Robotics, Digital Literacy, Financial Literacy, and cultural and artistic engagements with local institutions in the community.
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