9 schools across Portugal
This is not an exhaustive list. There are many more schools across Portugal — this directory is designed to give you a helpful starting point. For a full personalised search based on your location, budget and requirements, contact our Portugal school advisors.
Most prestigious school in southern Portugal. Portuguese National Curriculum, Cambridge International Education and IB Diploma Programme. Ages 3–18.
Vibrant IB Continuum World School in Lisbon. Global education rooted in international mindedness, multilingual learning and a strong sense of community. Ages 1–18.
Modern and innovative IB school preparing children for the future. Technology, Global Citizenship, Entrepreneurism, Sports and the Arts as core pillars. Ages 3–18.
Committed to a respectful community of independent lifelong learners. Rigorous IB academic programmes in a supportive and challenging environment. Ages 5–18.
International school with strong Portuguese roots. Member of Inspired Education Group (80 schools, 65,000+ students). Technology, sports and performing arts integral to the curriculum. Ages 1–18.
The only IB World School in Madeira. Full PYP, MYP and Diploma continuum. Brand new €15 million campus opened January 2026. Founded 1980. Ages 3–18.
Portuguese Catholic secondary school and IB World School. IB Diploma Programme taught in English. Ideal for families already integrated into Portuguese life in Madeira. Ages 14–18.
Oldest British school in Continental Europe, established in 1894 in Foz do Douro. British curriculum to IGCSE then IB Diploma. Dual accredited by COBIS and CIS. Ages 3–18.
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