Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
150 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
30 |
| Most common nationality |
Portuguese, German, American, British, Russian and Brazilian. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:10 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Portuguese, French, Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
18 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 - 16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
With small class sizes we have highly qualified teachers |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Bright is very proud to be an Apple distinguished school. A centre of educational excellence, employing Apple's vision for learning with technology. Uniquely, ICT is integrated into every aspect of the curriculum on a daily basis. All children also have designated ICT lessons, wherein they develop specific skills such as: touch typing, word processing, using spreadsheets, digital photography, computer programming and how to create websites. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
We have a fully integrated virtual classroom system and use Class Dojo as our teaching platform accompanied by Zoom. All of our students have their own iPad to connect with. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Our students have daily reading as appropriate and older students have specific homework on designated days. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework is no more than 40 minutes per subject |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We have an on-site psychologist and a Learning Support team who supports students with special learning needs. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
With small groups of students assigned to each classroom, our teachers and psychologist can effectively tailor instruction to accommodate varying learning levels. By leveraging the abilities of our gifted and talented students to assist those facing challenges, we foster a culture of compassion and open-mindedness. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No, we conduct interviews with the student and the family |
| Waiting list |
Depends on availability |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Year-round Enrolment |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
9:00am |
| School finish time |
4.00pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, our school is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm, so parents can enrol their children in a After Schools Activity |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
We have a full school uniform available directly from the school. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Ballet, Karate, Playball, Music and Inventors |
| Sports activities included |
We offer a wide range of sports within the curriculum including Ballet, DJ Lessons, Inventors, Karate, Musical Instruments, Playball and Robothink. Additionally we also offer a Homework Club, PE Club and Ukelele Club. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
All of our students are part of House Teams |
| Facilities at the school |
Sports hall, Music room, Auditorium, Science Lab, Dining Area, Out Door Playgrounds and Astro Turf Pitch |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multi purpose sports hall |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the 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. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
More than just a student-centred curriculum, we have designed a truly student-centred school where learning extends beyond the traditional classroom. Our thoughtfully crafted spaces seamlessly blend formal an informal seating arrangements with opportunities for movement, quiet zones and comfortable pods for focused work. |
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