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Best 6 British International Schools in Algarve

British International Education in Algarve

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Below, we have compiled the top 6 British international schools in Algarve according to our users. However, there are another 8 British schools to choose from in the city (and 17 total international schools.) 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 Algarve based on your requirements.

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Nobel Algarve British International School - Lagoa

Nobel Algarve British International School Lagoa is a leading international school in Portugal. Offering a bilingual Pre-School, British and Portuguese curricula, students progress from Early Years to IGCSEs, A-Levels, BTEC Diplomas, or Portuguese National Examinations.
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €6,660
to: €16,410

Nobel Algarve British International School - Almancil

Nobel Algarve British International School, Almancil, is a fast-growing international school for students aged 3–18, set in the Algarve’s Golden Triangle. Following the National Curriculum for England, it offers IGCSEs, the IB Diploma Programme and BTEC pathways
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €7,920
to: €18,570

Best 6 British International Schools in Algarve

Out of a total of 14 British International Schools in Algarve (and 17 total International Schools in Algarve)

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

Educan, Algarve

Micro-classes, Inquiry-based Learning method, Innovative learning, Personalised curriculum
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 16
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €6,767
to: €8,897

Barlavento International Primary School

Barlavento International Primary School is a happy international family school that has been providing high-quality primary education to children in the Algarve since 1975.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 11
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €7,050
to: €7,050

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.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €8,750
to: €16,360

Nobel Algarve British International School - Almancil

Nobel Algarve British International School, Almancil, is a fast-growing international school for students aged 3–18, set in the Algarve’s Golden Triangle. Following the National Curriculum for England, it offers IGCSEs, the IB Diploma Programme and BTEC pathways
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €7,920
to: €18,570

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.
Curriculum
British, Portuguese
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 15
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).
Curriculum
British, Portuguese, IB
Languages of instruction
English, Portuguese
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €9,150
to: €15,250
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Summary

What are the best British international schools in Algarve?

  1. Educan, Algarve
  2. Barlavento International Primary School
  3. Bright International School
  4. Nobel Algarve British International School - Almancil
  5. Colégio Bernardette Romeira
  6. Vilamoura International School

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17 International Schools in Algarve

How Many International Schools are there in Algarve?

There are 17 international schools in Algarve. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Algarve?
Curriculum International schools
British 14  
Portuguese 4  
IB 2  
Montessori 1  
Hybrid 1  
Other 3  
What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 15  
Portuguese 6  
German 1  
Dutch 1  

Among these, there are 4 bilingual schools in Algarve.

How Much do International Schools cost in Algarve?

The average price of international schools in Algarve is €10,507. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price €5,930
Avg. price €10,507
Max. price €15,980
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
€5,500 to €11,499 8  
€11,500 to €17,499 6  

(*) 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 Algarve?

The average class size of international schools in Algarve is 16.3 students.

Class size
Min. size 6 students
Avg. size 16.3 students
Max. size 21 students
Class Size Number of international schools
5 to 9 1  
10 to 14 3  
15 to 19 1  
20 to 24 5  

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

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Algarve is 224 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 200 11  
201 to 400 2  
401 to 600 0  
601 to 800 1  
801 to 1,000 1  

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