The Lisboan International School opens to new students in September 2024.
Martin Harris
Principal
The world is changing rapidly, and we wish to nurture your child and help prepare them for whatever the future holds, reflected in our dynamic curriculum that’s based on the British, Cambridge International Education and IB programmes.
We believe that childhood should be magical and invite your child to write their own story. Your child will be provided with the right support and guidance, but this is a place where their imagination can take flight and they can create their own narrative.
Our Junior School students, aged 3-10, will follow elements of the English National Curriculum, which provides the core academic foundation of literacy and mathematics, combined with inquiry learning. Our Middle School students, aged 10-14, study English, maths, a language, and science, alongside a project-based learning approach. Our younger Senior students will follow the Cambridge International Education IGCSE curriculum between the ages of 14-16, before moving on to the International Baccalaureate’s Diploma Programme (IBDP), from ages 16-18.
Students experience a holistic education all the way until they graduate. We ensure academic rigour throughout school life to enable our students to become aware of their individual learning processes. During their learning journey, students have a constant focus on their personal well-being, global contexts, and plenty of opportunities to experience learning outside the classroom.
| Number of students |
1200 total when full |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
>30 |
| Most common nationality |
United Kingdom, United States, Portuguese |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
The school will have ELD Support |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Portuguese, French, Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
10 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Conservatively |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Conservatively and only in higher grade levels |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Differentiated instruction to support all school needs |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
September |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
16:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Public transit is highly accessible from the school |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes, multiple options |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Robotics, electronics, photography, psychology, debating, Mandarin, Nitere challenge, mini United Nations, finance, community service |
| Sports activities included |
Physical Education regularly - Multiple opportunities in afterschool care |
| Facilities at the school |
Auditorium, library, dining hall, science labs, courtyard |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Access to aquatics centre, sports field, sailing, climbing walls, parks and courts |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Lisboan International School opens its doors in September 2024. |
We are an international School for students aged 3 to 18 years old. Our students take a rigorous and relevant learning journey that starts with a foundation in the British Curriculum and ends with the globally renowned International Baccalaureate.
Throughout this journey, our BOA principles and commitment to sustainability are key drivers. They provide challenge, purpose and develop responsible global citizens.
We have reimagined our facilities as innovative, flexible and forward-looking learning spaces, whilst simultaneously harnessing our natural resources to make The Lisboan as energy efficient as possible.
The Alcantara neighborhood is a well-connected hub with excellent rail, road and tram links. There’s also a new metro line coming soon.
We’re delighted to be breathing new life into a former pasta and flour factory, right in the heart of Alcântara, a dynamic community in western Lisbon, which attracts entrepreneurs and families from around the world. In our stunning home, The Lisboan offers a truly exceptional modern and sustainable learning environment, while honouring the building’s industrial heritage. We’re proud to put down our educational roots in this wonderful region we’re committed to serving.
The Lisboan International School is delighted that you’re considering our school for your child’s education.
Choosing the right school for your child is a very important and exciting decision. We are available to support you through the admissions process and clarify any enquiries you might have.
We’re looking forward to answering all of your questions and welcoming your family to our school.
