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Below, we have compiled the top 20 international schools in Portugal according to our users. However, there are another 51 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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The Lisboan International School

At The Lisboan, we are more than just a school. We are a community with soul. Our passionate teachers bring The Lisboan’s educational philosophy to life, supporting every aspect of a student’s growth across academics, sport, creativity, social and emotional development.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €11,950
to: €21,950

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
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(1 review)

CJD International School

At CJD, we are more than just a school – we are a community that inspires excellence, creativity and innovation. Join us and discover your full potential.
City
Porto
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
5 to 19
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €9,300
to: €11,000

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
British, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €10,470
to: €19,280
Reviews
(5 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 from 12 months to Grade 12, for an increasingly global, multicultural and multilingual world.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €11,400
to: €26,760
Reviews
(25 reviews)

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 - 2025/2026
from: €11,800
to: €24,000
Reviews
(11 reviews)

Best 20 International Schools in Portugal

Out of a total of 71 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
British, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €10,470
to: €19,280
Reviews
(5 reviews)

The Lisboan International School

At The Lisboan, we are more than just a school. We are a community with soul. Our passionate teachers bring The Lisboan’s educational philosophy to life, supporting every aspect of a student’s growth across academics, sport, creativity, social and emotional development.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €11,950
to: €21,950

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 - 2025/2026
from: €8,300
to: €8,300
Reviews
(2 reviews)

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 - 2025/2026
from: €11,800
to: €24,000
Reviews
(11 reviews)

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 - 2025/2026
from: €11,500
to: €22,000
Reviews
(1 review)

Bright International School

At Bright International School, we combine creativity, technology and personalised learning to create a dynamic educational experience. Our methods inspire critical thinking, problem-solving and resilience, equipping students to thrive in a world of constant change, welcoming students from 3 to 16 years old and introducing A Levels in September 2027.
City
Algarve
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €8,470
to: €16,200
Reviews
(18 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
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €13,547
to: €21,713
Reviews
(1 review)

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 15
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €13,110
to: €21,375
Reviews
(2 reviews)

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
(10 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 15
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €11,548
to: €17,755

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 from 12 months to Grade 12, for an increasingly global, multicultural and multilingual world.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €11,400
to: €26,760
Reviews
(25 reviews)

Educan, Algarve

Micro-classes, Inquiry-based Learning method, Innovative learning, Personalised curriculum
City
Algarve
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 16
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: €6,405
to: €8,432
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Greene's College Oxford, Estoril

Founded by Edward Greene in 1967, Greene’s is Oxford’s oldest tutorial college and has seen approximately 15,000 international students pass through its doors. Our individualised programmes are rooted in the tutorial system, a method of learning synonymous with the University of Oxford. We have remained true to this educational philosophy for decades, which allows us to design courses of individual tuition for all students, regardless of their background. In 2017, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, Greene’s opened a sister College in Portugal and became the first educational institution to bring the tutorial system to the country. In October 2023 Greene's opened its campus at the heart of Lisbon. Learn more here: https://pt.greenesoxford.com/lisbon-campus/
Whether face-to-face, online or blended, students all over the world can benefit from the highest-quality tuition, which has always been the hallmark of a Greene’s Oxford education.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €15,100
to: €19,800

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 - 2025/2026
from: €11,716
to: €22,736

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 - 2025/2026
from: €12,384
to: €29,097
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 - 2025/2026
from: €9,690
to: €17,280
Reviews
(2 reviews)

CJD International School

At CJD, we are more than just a school – we are a community that inspires excellence, creativity and innovation. Join us and discover your full potential.
City
Porto
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
5 to 19
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €9,300
to: €11,000

Montalvo International School

Montalvo holds high academic standards and aims to function as a launchpad to Universities and Higher Education worldwide. Our small class sizes and approach to excellence in academics allows us to provide our students a robust learning environment.
City
Algarve
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
13 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €11,250
to: €13,785

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.

Redbridge International School

At Redbridge International School, we are defined by our multilingual, inquiry-based approach, rooted in creativity, critical thinking, and a strong sense of community. We offer a nurturing, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to be curious, compassionate, and globally minded. With a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and wellbeing, we prepare students to thrive in an ever-changing world while remaining true to themselves.
City
Lisbon
Curriculum
Portuguese, French, British
Languages of instruction
English, French, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €8,600
to: €17,900
Reviews
(1 review)
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Summary

What are the best international schools in Portugal?

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

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How Many International Schools are there in Portugal?

There are 71 international schools in Portugal. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Portugal?
Curriculum International schools
British 47  
Portuguese 26  
American 12  
IB 11  
Hybrid 7  
Other 26  

Additionally, there are 3 boarding schools in Portugal.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 64  
Portuguese 26  
French 4  
German 3  
Swedish 1  
Other 1  

Among these, there are 18 bilingual schools in Portugal.

How Much do International Schools cost in Portugal?

The average price of international schools in Portugal is €11,500. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price €5,400
Avg. price €11,500
Max. price €20,040
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
€5,000 to €9,499 25  
€9,500 to €13,999 14  
€14,000 to €18,499 15  
€18,500 to €22,999 3  

(*) 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 16.5 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
1 to 5 1  
6 to 10 5  
11 to 15 11  
16 to 20 20  
21 to 25 9  

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

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Portugal is 457 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 300 33  
301 to 600 10  
601 to 900 6  
901 to 1,200 3  
1,201 to 1,500 4  
1,501 to 1,800 1  
1,801 to 2,100 1  
2,101 to 2,400 0  
2,401 to 2,700 1  

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