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Below, we have compiled our top 20 international schools in Portugal according to our users. However, there are another 35 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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Greene's College Oxford, Lisbon and Estoril

Greene’s provides a personal, exceptional and demanding academic experience that liberates students from a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €8,250
to: €25,850

International School Torres Vedras

Discover a world of possibilities at Escola Internacional de Torres Vedras (EITV), where innovative curricula, state-of-the-art facilities, and dedicated teachers inspire and empower students to shape their futures with confidence.
City
Torres Vedras
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €4,563
to: €14,404
Reviews
(1 review)

United Lisbon International School

United Lisbon International School is a modern and innovative school providing education for children to prepare them for the future. Technology, Global Citizenship, Entrepreneurism, Sports and the Arts are all pillars for our education.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB, International
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €11,074
to: €22,540
Reviews
(10 reviews)

International Sharing School Taguspark

Located in Portugal’s first and most innovative science and technology park, ISS offers a curriculum focused on personal and professional development, preparing students of age 4 months to 18 years for an increasingly global, multicultural and multilingual world.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €10,980
to: €25,760
Reviews
(22 reviews)

Prime School

Prime School follows Cambridge curriculum in Estoril, Sintra, Lisbon. We believe in having campuses with fewer students for an intimate, nurturing environment, attention, connections, engagement, and participation. An exceptional choice for students' overall well-being.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
American, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €10,470
to: €18,780
Reviews
(4 reviews)

The British School of Lisbon

There are many reasons why The British School of Lisbon stands out from the crowd. The main one being its community of staff, parents, and students. However, it does not stop there, it’s also the setting - the building, the grounds, the location.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 14
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €12,825
to: €16,670
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Best 20 International Schools in Portugal

Out of a total of 55 International Schools in Portugal.

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

Prime School

Prime School follows Cambridge curriculum in Estoril, Sintra, Lisbon. We believe in having campuses with fewer students for an intimate, nurturing environment, attention, connections, engagement, and participation. An exceptional choice for students' overall well-being.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
American, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €10,470
to: €18,780
Reviews
(4 reviews)

St. James' Primary School

St. James’ is a school for children from the ages of 6 to 10.
Small classes will ensure individual attention. Pupils will be taught both in English and Portuguese by qualified staff, their time being divided equally between the two languages and curricula.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
6 to 10
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €7,600
to: €7,600
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Oeiras International School

Oeiras International School is committed to promoting a respectful community of independent and passionate lifelong learners who are aware of their roles and responsibilities in an ever-changing world. To this end, OIS offers a variety of learning experiences within a supportive and challenging environment of rigorous academic programmes.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €12,600
to: €20,680
Reviews
(1 review)

St. Dominic's International School

St. Dominic’s International School is a highly respected and well known international school, and is the only school in Portugal authorised to offer all three programmes of the International Baccalaureate Organisation.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €11,200
to: €20,500
Reviews
(1 review)

United Lisbon International School

United Lisbon International School is a modern and innovative school providing education for children to prepare them for the future. Technology, Global Citizenship, Entrepreneurism, Sports and the Arts are all pillars for our education.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB, International
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €11,074
to: €22,540
Reviews
(10 reviews)

Carlucci American International School of Lisbon

Carlucci American International School of Lisbon is a student-centered educational community in which the school challenges itself and each other to do its best and to makes positive contributions to our diverse and ever-changing world.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €10,368
to: €21,698

The British School of Lisbon

There are many reasons why The British School of Lisbon stands out from the crowd. The main one being its community of staff, parents, and students. However, it does not stop there, it’s also the setting - the building, the grounds, the location.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 14
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €12,825
to: €16,670
Reviews
(2 reviews)

IPS Cascais British International School

Small, friendly, professional, very international and a supportive PTA. Happy children are very important to us. When children are happy and relaxed, they are ready to succeed academically and personally. This is why we cultivate and protect the unique atmosphere at IPS Cascais; our approach means that pupils love learning with us and are enabled to achieve their potential.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 14
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €11,239
to: €15,907

International Christian School of Cascais

Our students are taught in love and discipline. They are treated as individuals, each with their own characters. We grow together as a family, learning to accept and show tolerance for each others differences. Respect is very important. Aside from our staff, our Student School Council is always available to encourage and help other students. As a school we have a lot of interactive activities (like a sports day, international day, etc), which also helps with bonding.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(9 reviews)

Redbridge School

Redbridge School inspires creativity, a love of learning and international mindedness through a challenging and playful multilingual learning environment, where children feel happy, valued and secure.
In Primary Years Redbridge offers two bilingual pathways: a French/English Section and a Portuguese/English Section.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
Portuguese, French
Languages of instruction
English, French, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €7,972
to: €17,645

International Sharing School Taguspark

Located in Portugal’s first and most innovative science and technology park, ISS offers a curriculum focused on personal and professional development, preparing students of age 4 months to 18 years for an increasingly global, multicultural and multilingual world.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €10,980
to: €25,760
Reviews
(22 reviews)

CJD International School

Colégio Júlio Dinis (CJD International School) is a private educational school that values academic excellence, multiculturalism and personalized attention to students. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive community that fosters a love for learning and encourages critical thinking, creativity and leadership skills. Our curriculum is based on a rigorous academic program that emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, while our extracurricular activities and sports programs promote a healthy lifestyle and teamwork. At Colégio Júlio Dinis (CJD International School), we are committed to providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment that prepares our students to become responsible, confident and compassionate global citizens.
City
Porto
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €5,610
to: €8,470

Colégio Bernardette Romeira

Colégio Bernardette Romeira's mission is to educate for Freedom and Independence. CBR provides a warm, welcoming environment and prides itself in being like a family to its students.
Teachers and staff not only provide state-of-the-art in education, but also teach students confidence in their abilities, empathy, compassion, curiosity and a globalized/international understanding of the World - qualities that foment lifelong learning and are crucial for their academic, personal and interpersonal success and a fulfilling life.
City
Algarve
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 15
This school does not make their fees public.

St. Julian's School

St Julian's School is a private co-educational school founded in 1932 with a strong record of academic achievement and extra-curricular activity. St Julian's has three sections, each with its own Principal: the Primary School, the Portuguese Section, and the Secondary School.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB, British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €11,964
to: €28,113
Reviews
(1 review)

Oporto British School

Oporto British School, located in Foz do Douro, Porto, Portugal, is the oldest British school in Continental Europe, established in 1894. It is a private, day school for both boys and girls, aged 3 to 18. It follows a British curriculum until the completion of the IGCSE and Senior pupils study the IB Diploma Programme.
The high quality education received by the pupils as evidenced by outstanding IB results, have led to the school achieving full dual accredited status by the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and the Council of International Schools (CIS).
City
Porto
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €9,080
to: €15,670
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Nobel Algarve British International School

Nobel International School Algarve is the oldest and largest private school group in the south of Portugal, offering a co-educational day school with multiple locations for pupils aged 3 to 18. At Nobel International School Algarve we provide our students with an educational experience that challenges their minds, inspires their creativity, and instills a desire for discovery that will last a lifetime. We have two beautiful campuses, in Lagoa and Almancil, and we believe Nobel Algarve offers your child an education that will prepare him or her for a lifetime of success, achievement, and personal satisfaction. Here at Nobel Algarve, we are proud of the education par excellence we provide for our nearly 1,000 students and of their outstanding achievements.
City
Algarve
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: €5,622
to: €17,790

Greene's College Oxford, Lisbon and Estoril

Greene’s provides a personal, exceptional and demanding academic experience that liberates students from a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €8,250
to: €25,850

Jill's Place

Jill’s Place is a community of caring people who build healthy relationships in a “home away from home” where the children feel welcomed, valued, supported and loved. It is a place where every child has a chance to shine every day. We do not compare children to an unrealistic norm but instead, we measure their progress and celebrate their efforts, kindness, friendship and joy of being lifelong learners. Our goal has always been and will always be to provide an innovative and balanced learning environment where developing character is our highest priority. We welcome children from age 18 months to 7 years, in a charming villa in Carcavelos, in a cosy, familiar setting, to learn through inquiry, exploration and play.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
International, Reggio Emilia Approach
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 11
This school does not make their fees public.

Vilamoura International School

The Vilamoura International School is the most prestigious educational institute (Pre-school, Primary School and Secondary School) in the South of Portugal, comprising the Portuguese National Curriculum, the Cambridge International Education and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP).
City
Algarve
Curriculum
IB, British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €6,585
to: €12,600
Reviews
(1 review)

Bright International School

Bright International School is a Pre Prep, Preparatory and Lower Secondary school for 3 to 14 year olds on a purpose built site situated to the south of Loulé.
The brand new, unique, state of the art school opened September 2019. Bright provides 21th century learning with Apple technology and individual iPads.
City
Algarve
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 14
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €8,250
to: €15,900
Reviews
(17 reviews)
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Summary

What are the best international schools in Portugal?

  1. Prime School
  2. St. James' Primary School
  3. Oeiras International School
  4. St. Dominic's International School
  5. United Lisbon International School
  6. Carlucci American International School of Lisbon
  7. The British School of Lisbon
  8. IPS Cascais British International School
  9. International Christian School of Cascais
  10. Redbridge School
  11. International Sharing School Taguspark
  12. CJD International School
  13. Colégio Bernardette Romeira
  14. St. Julian's School
  15. Oporto British School
  16. Nobel Algarve British International School
  17. Greene's College Oxford, Lisbon and Estoril
  18. Jill's Place
  19. Vilamoura International School
  20. Bright International School

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How Many International Schools are there in Portugal?

There are 55 international schools in Portugal. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Portugal?
Curriculum International schools
British 36  
Portuguese 17  
IB 11  
American 5  
International 3  
Other 14  

Additionally, there are 3 boarding schools in Portugal.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 49  
Portuguese 22  
German 3  
French 3  
Dutch 1  

Among these, there are 14 bilingual schools in Portugal.

How Much do International Schools cost in Portugal?

The average price of international schools in Portugal is €12,032. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price €5,090
Avg. price €12,032
Max. price €25,850
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
€5,000 to €9,999 19  
€10,000 to €14,999 9  
€15,000 to €19,999 15  
€20,000 to €24,999 0  
€25,000 to €29,999 1  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in Portugal?

The average class size of international schools in Portugal is 16.6 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
1 to 5 2  
6 to 10 3  
11 to 15 10  
16 to 20 17  
21 to 25 8  

How big are the schools in Portugal (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Portugal is 545 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 400 24  
401 to 800 12  
801 to 1,200 4  
1,201 to 1,600 4  
1,601 to 2,000 1  
2,001 to 2,400 0  
2,401 to 2,800 1  

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