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If you're researching international schools in Portugal offering Cambridge Primary, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is Cambridge (Primary), taught by 23 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 5,100–22,160 EUR, with the average sitting around 10,048. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like CJD International School (opened 1934).
Compare 23 Cambridge Primary international schools in Portugal. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 10,048), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Prime School Estoril is part of Prime School International, a Cambridge school group in Portugal. The Estoril campus opened in 2019 and is located at Rua Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Alapraia, Estoril. It offers a Cambridge pathway for ages 3 to 18, covering Cambridge Early Years/Preschool, Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. Annual tuition for Estoril and Lisbon ranges from €11,285 for Preschool to €22,160 for Year 13. The school’s official curriculum pages list subjects and activities such as English, Portuguese, computing, science lab, music and acting, physical education, robotics, chess, ICT, sports, arts and drama, and modern languages. A distinctive feature of Prime School is its ISO 9001 certification across its campuses and boarding services. The official website also highlights Prime’s 67+ nationalities, Erasmus+ programme, university preparation, transportation service and optional boarding programme.
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.
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.
Prime School Sintra is part of Prime School International, a Cambridge school group in Portugal with campuses in Sintra, Estoril and Lisbon. The Sintra campus is located at Rua Mestre Neves, 20, Portela de Sintra, and the official fees page lists provision from ages 3 to 14, covering Preschool, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary up to Year 9. Annual Sintra tuition for 2025–2027 ranges from €9,253 to €14,334. The curriculum includes Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary, with bilingual provision listed specifically for Sintra. Primary subjects include English, Portuguese, computing, science and lab, music and acting, physical education, art and design, global perspectives and maths. Activities listed by the school include robotics, music, chess, ICT, sports, arts and drama, and modern languages. Prime also offers optional school transport and boarding in Lisbon for older students, with transport to the Sintra campus.
Vale Verde International School is an international school in Luz-Lagos, Portugal, serving students aged 5 to 18 in the Western Algarve. The Primary program is bilingual (60% English, 40% Portuguese), with core literacy, numeracy and science taught in English. The Cambridge curriculum guides the Secondary School from Year 7 to Year 13, leading to Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS and A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE also offered. The Cambridge Pathway extends from Year 1 to Year 13, and Cambridge Checkpoint assessments monitor progress at the end of Year 6 and Year 9. Vale Verde is an ABRSM examination centre for practical and theory music exams, with on-site music lessons available in the evenings and at weekends. After-school clubs include Chess, Capoeira, Animation, Volleyball, Football, Arts & Crafts, and Portuguese and French. The school hosts a diverse community with 27 nationalities represented and has limited facilities for students with special educational needs.
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.
PaRK International School’s Restelo campus serves children from age 1 to Grade 4 in Lisbon. The campus offers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme, with Early Learning based on Reggio Emilia-inspired project and play-based learning. In Junior School, students follow a bilingual programme combining elements of the Portuguese Primary Years Curriculum and Cambridge Curriculum. The campus is located at Av. das Descobertas, 21, Restelo, and includes classrooms, a gymnasium, a rooftop football field, an outdoor sports field and dedicated performing arts rooms. A distinctive feature is the campus’s regular outdoor learning in the nearby forest, where students take part in exploration, motor-skill and nature-based activities. The school also offers extracurricular options such as PaRK Music Academy, dance, gymnastics, yoga, martial arts, team sports, technology, mental arithmetic, lab, sewing and creative writing. Transport is available from Grade 1.
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.
Colégio do Vale is an integrated school welcoming children from Creche to 9th Year in Charneca da Caparica. Since summer 2024 it has been part of Forfar Education Group. The school offers National Curriculum and International Curricula, including a Bilingual Preschool and Cambridge Primary. From age 5, Cambridge Primary is taught in English, with Portuguese maintained as a curricular subject to balance bilingual learning. The Cambridge Primary curriculum covers English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Global Perspectives, Portuguese, Art & Design, Music, Digital Literacy, and Physical Education. Additional activities and clubs include LabMat Club, Drama and Theatre Club, and the Solidarity Project. For students in 8th to 11th grade, the Dual Diploma program enables concurrent study at Colégio do Vale and a US High School online, earning both the Portuguese Secondary Education diploma and the North American High School diploma, delivered entirely in English. Transport and meals are available as school services.
PaRK International School’s Praça de Espanha campus opened in 2017 and serves children from age 1 to Grade 4 in central Lisbon. The campus offers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme. Early Learning students follow a project and play-based curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilia, while Junior School students follow a blend of the Portuguese curriculum and Cambridge International curriculum. The campus is housed in a historic townhouse at Av. Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, 52, and includes a sustainable playground with a tree house, climbing wall and mud kitchen, an Atelier for creative investigation, classrooms with technology tools, and a multi-purpose gym. A distinctive feature of this campus is the Atelier, where children explore materials, projections, light, shadow, music and clay. After-school options include PaRK Music Academy, visual arts, dance, martial arts, sports, creative writing, chess and technology.
St. Peters International School is a co-educational international school in Palmela, Portugal, serving students from four months to 18 years, including a on-campus boarding residence for ages 14–18. Founded in 1993 by Isabel and Armando Simão, it joined Inspired Education Group in 2019, becoming part of a global network of premium schools. The 37,000 m² campus houses modern classrooms, science laboratories, Music and Art rooms, a contemporary auditorium, and expansive green spaces, plus two tennis courts, astroturf pitches for football and rugby, and a dedicated sports pavilion. English is the language of instruction, with Spanish and Mandarin offered as additional languages. From Primary to Secondary, learning follows two pathways: the Portuguese Pathway (National Curriculum, bilingual learning) and an International Pathway delivering Cambridge, IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme. A bilingual Preschool serves 0–5 years. The school emphasizes values like citizenship and community, offering 100+ extracurricular activities to enrich studies. Preparing students for higher education.
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.
Cesário Verde International School Portugal offers nursery through 9th grade in central Lisbon as part of the SEK/IES International Education Systems. The school follows the Portuguese Ministry of Education framework while delivering a bilingual experience from Kindergarten and introducing a second language from an early age. Learning is organized around collective, innovative, participatory and differentiated projects that foster collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving. Technology is embedded across lessons, with interactive whiteboards, iPads, robotics and programming materials, plus access to the IXL online platform. The school is accredited by Cambridge Assessment English and offers Cambridge programmes at Primary and Secondary levels. Facilities include a 3,000 m2 main building with core classrooms, art rooms, a gym, auditorium, library and study spaces, plus dedicated nursery spaces and extensive outdoor areas with a river-view playground and a vegetable garden. International exchanges in the UK and USA connect students with SEK/IES schools across 17 countries.
Prime School International - Lisbon Campus is a co-educational institution in the Alvalade district, operating since 2003. The school provides the Cambridge International Pathway from Preschool through to Advanced Levels, alongside BTEC qualifications in Business, Sport, and Arts. Facilities at the Lisbon campus include science laboratories, art studios, and dedicated outdoor spaces for student wellbeing. A distinctive feature is the Technical Route, which permits students to specialize in sectors like hospitality or professional sports, earning vocational credits such as the Higher National Diploma before they graduate. This program offers a practical bridge to both professional careers and university placements. All instruction is guided by the Prime Scientific Method, an approach that maps a student's cognitive profile to adapt teaching strategies. For families living abroad, the campus offers a boarding residence with constant supervision, on-site medical support, and organized weekend activities focused on the local culture and environment of Lisbon.
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.
Astoria International School is a private Lisbon school offering Cambridge Primary and Secondary curricula for ages 0–15. The campus sits in Lisbon with 600 m² of indoor space and 450 m² of outdoor areas, including a library, a laboratory, an arts studio and dedicated sports facilities. AIS emphasises bilingual and multilingual education: English-Portuguese instruction from Nursery to 2nd year of 1st Cycle, then German in 3rd and 4th years, and French from 5th year. The school applies a modern, student-centred pedagogy inspired by the Modern School Movement and Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, with a focus on practical, active learning, autonomy and inclusion. The Educational Project foregrounds respect for diversity, literacy and future skills, delivered through active methodologies, personalised support and language opportunities linked to Cambridge and Trinity assessments. The mission is to form global children prepared for a changing world, within a family environment in Lisbon for life.
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.
Bright International School is a day school in Portugal offering Cambridge Pathway for ages 3 to 18. It delivers Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, guiding learners from Early Years to Advanced qualifications. The Pathway emphasises enquiry-based learning, progression and assessment, with inclusive education, wellbeing and equal opportunities at its core. Bright operates under the Sharing Education Group and is expanding to Upper Secondary Cambridge Advanced soon. Facilities include flexible spaces blending formal and informal seating, movement areas, quiet zones and pods, with outdoor spaces to support exploration. The Cambridge Pathway forms the daily basis of learning, while new facilities are under development. With over 30 nationalities, Bright is a multicultural community. Communications with parents in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Extracurriculars include Ballet, DJ lessons, Inventors, Karate, Musical Instruments, Playball, Robothink, Homework Club and Ukulele Club. ESL and safeguarding are provided on site for students and families.
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.
EGI International, formerly Jill's Place, offers a Cambridge International Curriculum for Early Years and Primary to children from 18 months to 11 years. Since September 2025, teaching spaces moved from Carcavelos to Fundição de Oeiras, with plans to relocate to purpose-built premises in Barcarena-Oeiras in the near future. The school provides English-language instruction and a home-away-from-home, child-centred learning environment. A Project-Based Learning approach develops practical understanding and problem solving. EGI's history traces back to 2005, when Jill's Place began, inspired by a concept from 1989 during an exchange in rural Portugal, and expanded in 1996. In September 2028, a group of parents plans a campus expansion under the EGI name while preserving the same values. The program runs from 18 months to 11 years, and includes Music, Art and PE in the timetable, with after-school activities such as Portuguese, swimming and creative or contemporary dance to broaden experience for students.
King's College School Cascais is a private international school in Portugal offering a blended Cambridge-IGCSE curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels pathway for senior students. The school delivers Cambridge International Primary and Secondary curricula up to Year 11, complemented by a bilingual Portuguese-English stream through Year 5. In Years 12 and 13, students may choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels, while the school is pursuing authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme as a candidate IB World School. The new private campus, inaugurated in September 2025 on a 40,000 m² site, provides university-grade science laboratories, technology-rich classrooms, and spacious performing and visual arts studios. A Boarding House for up to 50 students aged 13–18 offers a safe residential experience. The curriculum is enhanced by the Inspired global network, exchanges and collaborations, and sport facilities including a 25 m pool and full-size pitches for student wellbeing.
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.
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.
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