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Strengths Languages, Outdoor Education, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
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.
R. Dr. Luis Varela Cid 54, 2865-022 Fernão Ferro, Portugal
The Essentials
Seixal International School has instruction in English, Portuguese.
Location
Rua Dr. Luís Varela Cid, 54, Fernão Ferro, 2865-022 Seixal, Portugal. The SIS campus is located in Fernão Ferro, Seixal. The school offers a customized school transport service with door-to-door pickup and drop-off; routes are built at the start of each school year and cover multiple nearby areas.
An international bilingual school certificated by Cambridge; a micro-school with a non-traditional approach, small class sizes, and personalized teaching; Cambridge curriculum is recognised internationally. Languages taught are Portuguese and English.
Country affiliation
Portugal
School day structure
The school day runs 9:15–16:15. Extended hours/after-care are available 8:00–19:00, with early drop-off 7:00–8:00 and a late pick-up up to 20:00.
Bus service
School transport with customized routes; starts at 6:30 a.m. and ends around 8:00 p.m. Routes run from Azeitão through Quinta do Conde, Coina, Paio Pires, Torre da Marinha, Seixal, Amora, Fogueteiro, Pinhal de Frades and Fernão Ferro; parents can monitor the vehicle in real time via Google Maps; drivers are licensed for child transport.
Fees
Annual tuition at Seixal International School ranges from EUR 5,620 to EUR 5,721 for 2026/27.
Application and Admission Fees
- Registration fee (one-time): EUR 350.00. - Annual renewal fee (paid each January to confirm the following school year): EUR 200.00 per year. - School insurance: EUR 25.00 per year.
Annual Tuition — fees and payment schedules (by year group)
- Kindergarten (Pre‑school): Annual tuition EUR 3,645.36. Payment options and exactly equivalent amounts: - Single annual payment in early September with 5% discount: EUR 3,463.09. - Two installments (due early September and early February) with 2% discount: EUR 1,786.23 × 2. - Monthly (12 installments, September–August): EUR 303.78 × 12.
- Primary — Stage 1 to Stage 5: Annual tuition EUR 3,935.76. Payment options and amounts: - Single annual payment in early September with 5% discount: EUR 3,738.97. - Two installments (early September and early February) with 2% discount: EUR 1,928.52 × 2. - Monthly (12 installments, September–August): EUR 327.98 × 12.
- Primary — Stage 6: Annual tuition EUR 4,175.76. Payment options and amounts: - Single annual payment in early September with 5% discount: EUR 3,966.97. - Two installments (early September and early February) with 2% discount: EUR 2,046.12 × 2. - Monthly (12 installments, September–August): EUR 347.98 × 12.
Meals, School Supplies and Other recurring extras
- Meals (includes three daily meals: morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack): - Kindergarten: EUR 110.00 per month. - Primary (Stage 1–Stage 5): EUR 120.00 per month. - Primary (Stage 6): EUR 130.00 per month. - Special menus adapted for allergies/intolerances or particular dietary choices incur an additional cost quoted as required.
- School supplies (materials): - Kindergarten: EUR 80.00 per year (can be paid in a single payment on enrolment or in 4 termly instalments of EUR 20 each: September, December, March, June). - Primary (Stage 1–Stage 6): EUR 120.00 per year (can be paid in a single payment on enrolment or in 4 termly instalments of EUR 30 each).
- Extended hours / childcare outside standard hours: - Monthly (regular use before 08:00 or after 19:00): EUR 40.00 per month. - Occasional late/early pick‑up billing by 15‑minute blocks: - From 07:30–08:00 or 19:00–19:30: EUR 2.50 per 15 minutes. - From 07:00–07:30 or 19:30–20:00: EUR 5.00 per 15 minutes.
- School uniform: Purchase of the school uniform is compulsory for outings and must be acquired at enrolment. The uniform cost is payable at the time indicated in the contract and is treated as non‑refundable.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition payment frequency options: annual (single payment in September), biannual (two installments: September and February), or monthly in 12 installments (September–August). The chosen option must be observed through the year. The first instalment (September) includes school supplies and the mandatory uniform; those amounts are not refundable and are not divisible. - Monthly payments are due on the 1st of the month with tolerance until the 5th of the month. Payments by bank transfer must be followed by notice to administration identifying the pupil. Monthly payment scheduling with the bank is recommended where parents choose monthly payments. - The school may require payment of the full annual amount (including July and August instalments) even if a pupil leaves during the school year; last instalments remain payable unless exceptional documented circumstances apply under the school's admission/contract terms. - Late payment penalties and consequences: - Penalty of EUR 25.00 for arrears between the 5th and the 30th/31st day of the month. - If non‑payment persists beyond one month, penalty rises (example specified: EUR 50.00) and the school may suspend optional services (meals, transport, extracurricular activities). Continued default can lead to formal debt recovery and suspension of educational services and non‑renewal of enrollment.
Refunds and adjustments
- Registration fee: non‑refundable once paid. - School supplies and uniform payments (paid with the first instalment): non‑refundable and not divisible. - Tuition: the annual tuition is contractually due and is generally not refunded for non‑attendance; the total annual amount (including July and August instalments) remains payable unless specific exceptional cases apply as set out in the school contract and internal regulations. - Meals and transport: monthly charges for these services are refundable or adjusted pro rata when a pupil is absent for at least five consecutive working days and prior notice is given. Refunds for these services are calculated on a daily pro‑rata basis using 22 working days per month as the divisor.
Other costs and optional services
- Extracurricular activities run October–June and are optional; these are billed monthly when taken. - Transport (school bus) is charged monthly; the transport fee is optional and billed separately. Refunds for transport follow the same absence rules as meals (pro‑rata for absences of 5+ consecutive working days with prior notice). - Any special dietary menu, medical or cultural adaptations to meals will incur an additional cost quoted as required.
Fee payment methods
- Accepted payment methods for tuition and monthly billing: bank transfer, cash, cheque, education vouchers or authorized company meal/benefit tickets where applicable. Bank transfers should be accompanied by a payment notice identifying the pupil. - Registration fee may be paid online by debit or credit card when applying online; applications are processed only after payment of the registration fee.
Boarding / Residential provision
- No boarding or residential provision is offered. The school operates as a day school with official opening hours and after‑school care; normal hours and the daily schedule are published in the school regulations.
Academics
Seixal International School teaches Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
International Cambridge-certified curriculum for children aged 3 to 11, with bilingual Portuguese–English instruction. Subjects include English, Mathematics, Sciences, Computing, Physical Education, and Art, with curricular enrichment in Portuguese language and the History and Geography of Portugal.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school uses a child-centered education with a humanized, innovative methodology that respects each child's individuality and promotes personalized learning that prepares students for the future.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is international and bilingual, Cambridge-certified; it follows the Cambridge Curriculum, offering bilingual education recognized internationally.
Admissions
Admissions
Pre-enrollment starts by entering contact details on the pre-enrollment page. You gain immediate access to the virtual visit and to the price list. A meeting can be scheduled to clarify questions if needed. After this you may fill the enrollment form; if there is no vacancy you will be placed on a waiting list. The monthly fees are the monthly payment of an annual fee for the educational service provided during the school year, based on an innovative school model built on an international curriculum and bilingual education, focused on the academic, social, and emotional development of each student. The school teaches a bilingual program in Portuguese and English, and children learn in both languages. After clicking the pre-enrollment button you access information on prices, enrollment, and a virtual tour. After watching the introductory video, you have three options: schedule a meeting, view the price list, or complete the enrollment to secure a place.
Waitlist
If no vacancy exists, there is a waiting list. When a vacancy becomes available, the school contacts the applicant via email.
FAQs
What curriculum does Seixal International School follow?
Seixal International School follows a Cambridge curriculum. International Cambridge-certified curriculum for children aged 3 to 11, with bilingual Portuguese–English instruction. Subjects include English, Mathematics, Sciences, Computing, Physical Education, a...
Where is Seixal International School located?
Rua Dr. Luís Varela Cid, 54, Fernão Ferro, 2865-022 Seixal, Portugal. The SIS campus is located in Fernão Ferro, Seixal. The school offers a customized school transport service with door-to-door pickup and drop-off; routes are built at the start of each school year and cover multiple nearby areas.
What age range does the school serve?
Seixal International School serves students from age 3 to 11, covering Kindergarten (3–4 years), Stage 1 (Pré-escolar, 5 years), Primary (6–11 years)..
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from PHP 5,620 to PHP 5,721 depending on year group.
Is the school co-educational?
Seixal International School is co-educational.
When was Seixal International School founded?
Seixal International School was founded in 2001. Seixal International School was born from the passion of two sisters—mothers and educators—who dreamed of a different school for their children. The school is a place where every child is seen, heard ...
What languages are taught at the school?
Portuguese and English are used in instruction, with the Cambridge international curriculum integrated with the national Portuguese curriculum; Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Early Years certificates are held by the school.
What facilities does the school offer?
The Seixal International School occupies about 1,000 m² of built area. A second phase of expansion and refurbishment followed the initial works, with a modern, multifunctional infrastructure planned for the start of the 2025-2026 school year. Exterior spaces include a safe playground for motor and s
What is the admissions process?
Pre-enrollment starts by entering contact details on the pre-enrollment page. You gain immediate access to the virtual visit and to the price list. A meeting can be scheduled to clarify questions if needed. After this you may fill the enrollment form; if there is no vacancy you will be placed on a w
What extracurricular activities are available?
Chess is offered as an extracurricular activity. Yeah Science! is offered as an extracurricular activity. Inventors is offered as an extracurricular activity. These activities are part of the extracurricular program.
Does Seixal International School offer a bus service?
School transport with customized routes; starts at 6:30 a.m. and ends around 8:00 p.m. Routes run from Azeitão through Quinta do Conde, Coina, Paio Pires, Torre da Marinha, Seixal, Amora, Fogueteiro,
What accreditations does Seixal International School hold?
The Seixal International School is an international and bilingual school certified by Cambridge.
Who is the head of school?
The head of school at Seixal International School is Sónia Patrícia Souto Nascimento Romano.
