Compare International Schools in Lisbon, Portugal

Almada International School delivers the Cambridge Primary through Lower Secondary curriculum, and is Cambridge Curriculum Certified. The school teaches in English and Portuguese with bilingual instruction that supports fluency in both languages and alignment with the national curriculum in the early years. Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary programmes form the core, with a future pathway toward IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme. In Lower Secondary four languages are taught—Portuguese, English, French and AI/digital literacy—and Computing promotes digital competence with a zero-screens approach. The campus emphasizes active, project-based learning and outdoor experiences through the AIS Nature & Farm, with wellbeing integrated as a daily priority. Facilities include outdoor spaces designed to stimulate creativity and interaction with nature. Meals are included and offered with a Mediterranean-based menu including vegetarian and vegan options. The school prepares students for international higher education through interdisciplinary study and real-world application across subjects and global perspectives.

Aprendizes is an International Active Learning School serving ages 3–18, with a continuous pre‑school to secondary program. In the Early Years, the Portuguese National Curriculum is taught with enrichment, with Portuguese as the main language and English as a second language. In Middle School (Grades 5–8), most grades follow Cambridge International Curriculum; Grades 5, 7 and 8 use English, while Grade 6 emphasises Portuguese. From 2025–26, Cambridge starts at Grade 5, with a pathway to Cambridge IGCSE, AS Levels and A Levels. The campus blends nature and sustainable design, with large outdoor spaces, an amphitheatre, library, therapy room, and on‑site labs for Physics, Biology and Chemistry, plus music and arts rooms. Enrichment includes Yoga, Cambridge Global Perspectives, and creative workshops, plus field trips. Erasmus+ mobility and the Duke of Edinburgh Award highlight the school's international dimension. With full Cambridge examination pathways, Aprendizes aims to prepare students for university and successful careers globally.

Astoria International School is a private Lisbon school offering Cambridge Primary and Secondary curricula for ages 0–15. The campus sits in Lisbon with 600 m² of indoor space and 450 m² of outdoor areas, including a library, a laboratory, an arts studio and dedicated sports facilities. AIS emphasises bilingual and multilingual education: English-Portuguese instruction from Nursery to 2nd year of 1st Cycle, then German in 3rd and 4th years, and French from 5th year. The school applies a modern, student-centred pedagogy inspired by the Modern School Movement and Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, with a focus on practical, active learning, autonomy and inclusion. The Educational Project foregrounds respect for diversity, literacy and future skills, delivered through active methodologies, personalised support and language opportunities linked to Cambridge and Trinity assessments. The mission is to form global children prepared for a changing world, within a family environment in Lisbon for life.

Beyond International School is a private bilingual school offering Portuguese and English instruction for children aged 3 to 10. The school follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum for ages 5–10 (Reception to Year 5), with Cambridge Lower Secondary for ages 11–12, and combines this with a Bespoke Curriculum designed to prepare learners for the 21st century. The school's four‑dimensional model—knowledge, skills, character and meta‑learning—drives a competency‑based program that emphasizes STEM, digital literacy, global awareness and systems thinking, reinforced through Be Hour, a daily mindful‑learning session. Instruction is bilingual, with two teachers in every classroom (one Portuguese‑speaking, one English‑speaking) and language development guided by inquiry and projects, alongside integration of the Portuguese National Curriculum. Facilities include bright, flexible classrooms and wide outdoor spaces that invite exploration. Students undertake project‑based learning, purposeful collaboration, and social‑emotional growth within a supportive, growth‑oriented culture. The school emphasizes leadership and global citizenship through its four‑dimensional framework model.

Brave Generation Academy Lisbon is an international hybrid school for ages 12–18, offering British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula. Learning occurs in a blended model: 24/7 online access via a digital platform and in-person Hub sessions with Course Managers and Learning Coaches. The Portugal hub blends online study with co-learning hubs that support collaboration and ongoing guidance. The Portuguese+ track provides Portuguese-language materials and Exames Nacionais preparation, enabling direct entry to Portuguese universities while classes run in English-speaking Hubs, developing both Portuguese and English skills. Qualifications are internationally recognised. Students progress at their own pace and build life skills through a Skills for Life approach, emphasising adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking. Higher Education pathways offer degrees in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, and Sports, delivering practical, globally recognised qualifications and pathways to university study. The school emphasises a collaborative, inclusive community and supports flexible pacing to suit learners everywhere.

Butterflies School in Beloura, Portugal, is a day school delivering bilingual education in Portuguese and English and following the Portuguese National Curriculum. English is treated as an equal language to Portuguese, with English- and Portuguese-speaking teachers in all classes. The school educates children from Nursery through Primary and blends project-based experiences with the Labs program and the Aloha Maths curriculum to enrich mathematical thinking and scientific inquiry. A German Section has been added as a German curriculum pathway, reflecting the school's commitment to multilingualism. Facilities combine bright indoor spaces with outdoor learning through Outdoor Discoveries, Mud Kitchen, Garden Patch, and Forest School activities. Key enrichment includes the Inventors Club and hands-on labs, plus extensive arts, science, and reading/writing in both languages. In 2024 the school moved to new, dedicated facilities in Quinta da Beloura, expanding its bilingual, child-centered, inquiry-driven approach. The environment supports curiosity, collaboration, and lifelong learning for families.

Carlucci American International School of Lisbon (CAISL) is a nonprofit, non-denominational day school serving students from age 3 through 18. It offers both the American curriculum (EC3–12) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, under a Portuguese Ministry of Education license that authorizes awarding the American High School Diploma and the IB Diploma. English Language Arts and Mathematics align with the Common Core, Science follows the Next Generation Science Standards, and Social Studies uses the C3 Framework. Portuguese is taught from Grade 1 to 9 in Native/Fluent Speakers and Portuguese as a Foreign Language tracks. CAISL is affiliated with the U.S. Office of Overseas Schools. The Linhó campus hosts Pre‑School to High School with science labs, arts spaces, 400-seat theatre, a main library, and athletics facilities including a soccer field, fields, basketball courts, a track, indoor gym, and a fitness room. CAISL offers Model United Nations and arts, athletics, and service programs.

Cesário Verde International School Portugal offers nursery through 9th grade in central Lisbon as part of the SEK/IES International Education Systems. The school follows the Portuguese Ministry of Education framework while delivering a bilingual experience from Kindergarten and introducing a second language from an early age. Learning is organized around collective, innovative, participatory and differentiated projects that foster collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving. Technology is embedded across lessons, with interactive whiteboards, iPads, robotics and programming materials, plus access to the IXL online platform. The school is accredited by Cambridge Assessment English and offers Cambridge programmes at Primary and Secondary levels. Facilities include a 3,000 m2 main building with core classrooms, art rooms, a gym, auditorium, library and study spaces, plus dedicated nursery spaces and extensive outdoor areas with a river-view playground and a vegetable garden. International exchanges in the UK and USA connect students with SEK/IES schools across 17 countries.

Colégio Mira Rio is a girls' school in Lisbon serving nursery through secondary on two campuses. Mira Rio 1 covers Infantil, 1º CEB and 5º ano; Mira Rio 2 covers 6º, 3º CEB and Secundário. In 2017 campuses were consolidated at Telheiras. The school follows the national curriculum up to secondary and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in secondary years. The Curricular Project structures each year beyond national goals. The Mira Science Project strengthens science teaching, promotes interdisciplinary dialogue, and encourages use of the Scientific Method and new technologies. Estudo Acompanhado provides individualized study support with ongoing monitoring. Reunião de Turma bases class meetings on the POFA program to develop themes of character and citizenship. In the early years, Preschool uses the Magic Dragon English learning approach; early primary features Keep Project with daily English and Singapore Math. In secondary, students study English B and Portuguese A: Literature, too.

Colégio Planalto is a boys' school in Lisbon, Portugal, located at Rua Armindo Rodrigues 28, 1600-414. Serving ages 1 to 18, it offers education from creche through the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the secondary years. The early years follow the Optimist program, and the school emphasizes personalized teaching within a Christian perspective, with a teacher-led approach and close collaboration with families. The school is managed by Cooperativa Fomento de Centros de Ensino and is based on a commitment to cognitive, cultural, and artistic development alongside rigorous academic preparation. The Telheiras campus, moved there in 1983, features a 1996 building housing Pre-School, services, the Salão Nobre, and a Chapel; a Creche building added in 2008 expands facilities. A dedicated Gabinete de Apoio Psicopedagógico (GAP) opened in 2022 to support learning across creche to IB. Signature programs include the Optimist project and Education for Values, promoting reading, logic, and language development.

Deutsche Schule Lissabon is a private German-Portuguese encounter school for ages 3 to 18, with about 1,060 students and around 145 teachers. It operates as a Deutsche Auslandsschule and offers the German International Abitur, with Hauptschulabschluss and Realschulabschluss awarded; Abitur is taken at the end of Grade 12 and is recognised for university admission in Portugal. Instruction is in German across Grundschule (primary) and Gymnasium (secondary). Grundschule Lisbon follows the Thüringen education plan, teaching Deutsch Sprachkompetenzraster for Grades 1–4, Sachunterricht, Mathematics, Portugiesisch as L1 and L2, Ethik/Religion, Sport, Musik, and Kunst, with English introduced in early grades. Gymnasium follows German curricula for Sekundarstufe I (Grades 5–9) and Oberstufe (Grades 10–12) with subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Deutsch, Englisch, Geografie, Ethik/Philosophie, Französisch, Geschichte, Portugiesisch, Informatik, Mathematik, Musik, Kunst, Physik. The school emphasises bilinguality between German and Portuguese and intercultural exchanges. Facilities include Lisbon and Estoril campuses, science labs, arts and sports facilities, a swimming pool, and ongoing earthquake reinforcement and expansion.”

EGI International, formerly Jill's Place, offers a Cambridge International Curriculum for Early Years and Primary to children from 18 months to 11 years. Since September 2025, teaching spaces moved from Carcavelos to Fundição de Oeiras, with plans to relocate to purpose-built premises in Barcarena-Oeiras in the near future. The school provides English-language instruction and a home-away-from-home, child-centred learning environment. A Project-Based Learning approach develops practical understanding and problem solving. EGI's history traces back to 2005, when Jill's Place began, inspired by a concept from 1989 during an exchange in rural Portugal, and expanded in 1996. In September 2028, a group of parents plans a campus expansion under the EGI name while preserving the same values. The program runs from 18 months to 11 years, and includes Music, Art and PE in the timetable, with after-school activities such as Portuguese, swimming and creative or contemporary dance to broaden experience for students.

Greene's College Oxford - Lisbon is an international tutoring college delivering British A Levels and IGCSEs to students worldwide. It serves learners aged 14 to 18, with courses tailored to each pupil's goals and needs, including those taking exams for the first time or retaking. The curriculum combines three elements: inspirational tutors, paired or small-group tutorials, and Greene's Online, underpinned by the Oxford-style tutorial approach delivered online. Students benefit from paired or small-group tutorials with instant feedback, plus weekly Personal Tutoring, Leadership sessions, and access to a wide range of student-led societies. The college operates from Oxford with on-campus study, while offering online tuition and having spaces in Estoril and Lisbon, Portugal, making it feasible for international families. Greene's College Oxford is Oxford's oldest tutorial college, blending traditional tutorial methods with flexible online delivery to support independent study and leadership development. This approach aligns with international families seeking flexible study.

Hypha International School offers Cambridge Primary education for ages 3 to 10, with a Portugal-based program for families abroad. The primary curriculum follows the Cambridge International framework, supplemented by specialist subjects such as music, physical education and art, many taught in Portuguese. From Year 2, students have Portuguese literacy lessons twice a week. Entrepreneurship is embedded through project-based time, developing leadership, problem-solving and creativity. A strong emphasis on nature supports learning through Forest School and outdoor exploration. The school sits in 7000 square meters of gardens and woodland, and students spend over three hours a day outdoors for lunch, play and learning. Meals follow a balanced menu, with a soup starter and a no-sugar policy. A free, certified transport service runs to Cascais, with pickup at 07:50 and drop-off at 16:30. Pre-primary pedagogy includes Forest School, Reggio Emilia, and Montessori approaches, plus a Sensory Room and Creative Studio. Global access.

International Christian School of Cascais (ICSC) offers a North American PreK–12 education in Cascais, Portugal, grounded in Christian principles. The school serves the children of missionaries and the international community, with ages from 3 to 18. ICSC is fully accredited by the National Association of Private Schools (K-12) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The high school program is diploma-granting and partners with the University of Nebraska High School (UNHS), which provides U.S.-style graduation options and is Cognia/NCAA-accredited. Facilities include enclosed sports and play areas (basketball court, foursquare, grass play area, children's play area), a dining service, vending, microwaves, and a bus/door-to-door transport network within Cascais, Estoril, Sintra, and Lisbon. Technology usage includes Google Classroom and Gradelink for attendance and grades. Weekly chapel and charitable events emphasize community service, while clubs cover arts, sports, and robotics, with language support in English, Portuguese, Chinese, and Afrikaans. For global families.

ISS Lisbon in Porto Salvo, Portugal, offers an English-language International Baccalaureate continuum for ages 1 to 18, from Early Years through Diploma and IB University Prep. The school teaches the IB in English from Nursery to Grade 12, with an inquiry‑based, cross‑disciplinary approach supported by specialist teachers in arts, languages, STEAM and outdoor learning. ISS Lisbon sits on a two‑building campus that groups primary and secondary cohorts to foster community. Learning spaces include Mountain Top for lectures, Cave for independent study, Campfire for collaboration, Watering Hole for social learning, Hands‑On for practical exploration and Movement for physical activity. Nestled near nature in the Oeiras area, the site enables diverse field experiences with Lisbon and Cascais roughly a 20‑minute drive away. ISS Lisbon is part of the Dukes Education family, founded in 2015 by Aatif Hassan, connecting sister schools across the UK and Europe. It offers broad extracurriculars and wellbeing support.

International Sharing School – Taguspark is an IB World School in Lisbon, Portugal, offering the International Baccalaureate across the full continuum: the Foundations Programme (ages 1–3), the Primary Years Programme (3–11), the Middle Years Programme (11–16) and the Diploma Programme (16–18). The school serves learners from 1 to 18, with English as the language of instruction and a multicultural community of 50+ nationalities. In 2021 it became a fully authorised IB Continuum School, with a purpose-built facility dedicated to MYP and DP. The campus features flexible, collaborative spaces designed to support inquiry-led learning, plus a range of after-school activities including sports, arts and technology. The ASA programme provides enrichment in technology, arts, science and sport, with offerings such as 3D modeling, programming, and art. The school traces its roots to Madeira and joined the Dukes Education Group in 2023, reinforcing its global outlook and support for families new to international education.

IPS Cascais British International School sits in Bicesse, north of Cascais, Portugal, serving learners from age 3 to 18. It delivers the National Curriculum for England, adapted for an international context, with Cambridge IGCSE studies in Years 10–11 and a Sixth Form delivering Cambridge A Levels planned for the future. In Primary, English, Mathematics and Science underpin core learning, with Portuguese and Dutch language provision and English as an Additional Language (EAL). In Year 7, pupils sample French and Spanish before selecting a language option from Year 8 onward. The school currently operates across a Primary site and a Secondary site, with a new Secondary School campus due to open in September 2026 to deliver Years 7–13. Facilities include eco-friendly Primary premises, a modern Secondary building, bright classrooms, an atrium, a library, specialist rooms, and a dining room with meals cooked onsite. After-school VivaHUB, a British-style House System, Student Council, and partnerships with WWF and Eco-Schools underpin a rich, community-focused experience.

King's College School Cascais is a private international school in Portugal offering a blended Cambridge-IGCSE curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels pathway for senior students. The school delivers Cambridge International Primary and Secondary curricula up to Year 11, complemented by a bilingual Portuguese-English stream through Year 5. In Years 12 and 13, students may choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and A-Levels, while the school is pursuing authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme as a candidate IB World School. The new private campus, inaugurated in September 2025 on a 40,000 m² site, provides university-grade science laboratories, technology-rich classrooms, and spacious performing and visual arts studios. A Boarding House for up to 50 students aged 13–18 offers a safe residential experience. The curriculum is enhanced by the Inspired global network, exchanges and collaborations, and sport facilities including a 25 m pool and full-size pitches for student wellbeing.

Situated in Lisbon's Restelo district, L'École Trilingue serves pupils aged 2 to 11 with a trilingual immersion programme in English, French and Portuguese. The school follows the French curriculum for the Early Years Foundation Stage, organized around five areas of learning: language, physical and artistic expression, thinking and learning tools, and world exploration. Portuguese is taught daily for 30-45 minutes, and the school day is split between English and French instruction. The teaching is accredited by the French Ministry for Education and certified by the Portuguese Ministry, reflecting a cross-border partnership with France and Portugal and linking to the sister school in London. Housed in a refurbished 1940s building, classrooms are bright and arranged to support group work, personalised teaching, and sensorial exploration. A large garden supports biodiversity education and offers a Pre-nursery zone for 2-3 year olds. Breakfast and after-school care run beyond hours; offerings vary yearly in Lisbon.

Lisbon Montessori School offers a Montessori curriculum for children aged 2 to 12. As a co-educational not-for-profit Montessori learning organization, the school emphasizes child-led learning within structured classroom environments. Instruction is delivered in English, with Portuguese-speaking classroom assistants supporting interactions. In the Lower Elementary, students participate in a Portuguese Language Club, and older elementary students receive afternoon Portuguese as a second language with a specialist teacher. This language programming helps immerse students in both English and Portuguese while respecting the Montessori approach to independent activity and practical life skills. The school's size and organization align with a nurturing community where teachers observe and respond to individual pace and interests. Families new to the international education landscape will find a clear path from early childhood through elementary education, with continuity in language exposure and culturally supportive learning. This program fosters autonomy, curiosity, and meaningful collaboration among peers, within a Portuguese context.

Lycée Français Charles Lepiérre Lisbonne (LFCL) is a French international school in Lisbon, affiliated with the AEFE network and serving around 2,100 students from nursery to terminale. The campus spans seven buildings and houses facilities including Marmothèque, BCDI and CDI libraries, IT spaces, cafeterias, and health and counselling services. The curriculum follows the French national program: from Seconde to Terminale on the general track, with the Première–Terminale BFI track adding CDM in Portuguese and ACL in English; the Portuguese International Section (SiP) begins in Seconde and provides a pathway into BFI. In Seconde, Portuguese runs 4h and History-Geography totals 4h (2h in French and 2h in Portuguese); English foundations continue. From Première, the BFI track preserves the core timetable and adds CDM and ACL. The school offers two on-site gyms, a dance room, and extensive after-school activities; orchestral and choral ensembles, theatre, and arts options enrich arts education. Student leadership and service are fostered through CVL, CVC, ACH, JRI, and eco-délégués.

Montessori Bright Academy is an international Montessori school in Lisbon, founded by Fabienne Mikou, housed in a traditional Portuguese building in Alvalade with direct access to a forest. The school serves ages 1 to 12 across three programs: Toddler (1–3), Primary (3–6), and Elementary (6–12). Lessons run 8:00–13:00 for Toddlers; 8:00–15:30 for Primary; 8:00–15:45 for Elementary. The language environment is English with exposure to French and Portuguese, supporting multilingual development. AMI-certified guides deliver the Montessori pedagogy across all ages, emphasizing hands-on, mastery-based learning in mixed-age communities. The curriculum integrates practical life, sensorial work, language, and mathematics, with a Forest School outdoor program that connects learning to nature. Outdoor discovery fosters independence, collaboration, and environmental awareness across science, history, geography, and the arts. The school promotes independence, curiosity, and holistic learning, supported by a 20-hectare green playground adjacent to a forest, within a diverse, international community. Facilities nurture inquiry and resilience.

NYsKOOL - Lisbon blends an American curriculum with Finland's mastery-based methods for children aged 5 to 17. Students follow an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) shaped by strengths, pace, and goals, with teachers personalizing lessons and projects. U.S. standards are paired with adaptive technology and AI-supported learning to ensure comprehension before progressing. MiAcademy Curriculum provides the full program, with Reading Eggs supporting English. Half of each day is devoted to life skills and future readiness—teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, communication, and resilience—delivered through project-based challenges. Hybrid options include Online-Only, Hybrid (Online + Hub), or Full-Time Hub to suit families' needs. The Lisbon Learning Hub opened in September 2024, in Campolide by NOVA University, with project tables, a library, outdoor spaces, and a co-working area for parents and volunteer opportunities. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, field trips, forest school once a week, and daily outdoor activity, with virtual collaboration with peers worldwide in a network.

Oeiras International School (OIS) is a non-profit, parent-founded International Baccalaureate World School offering a full IB Continuum for ages 6 to 18. The curriculum spans the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6 to 10, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 17 to 18. The school is housed on the Quinta de Nossa Senhora da Conceição estate in Barcarena, Oeiras, a historic 17th‑century property with riverine and woodland spaces that support hands‑on learning. Facilities include the Palace library, science labs, art and music rooms, classrooms in the Pavilion and White/Orange Building, and on‑site sports amenities such as a swimming pool, basketball court, football pitch, and a multisport pavilion. The campus also runs social projects from its garden farms and offers diverse co‑curriculars, languages, MUN, and the Duke of Edinburgh award. Students graduate ready for university admissions and global citizenship.

PaRK International School is an international school in Lisbon, Portugal, with campuses at Alfragide, Praça de Espanha, Restelo. It serves students aged 1 to 18 and delivers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme from Early Learning through Grade 4, followed by a Cambridge International pathway (IGCSE, AS/A Levels) and the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum integrates technology and 21st-century skills across subjects, and the early years incorporate elements of the Reggio Emilia approach. The Alfragide campus is the largest, housing technology-enabled classrooms, an auditorium, music studios, an arts hub, labs and a MakerSpace, plus extensive sport facilities and outdoor spaces. Extracurriculars span sport, dance and performing arts, visual arts, STEM activities and a range of clubs. The school emphasises multilingual communication and international mindedness, with Portuguese and English used for daily life. In 2020 PaRK IS earned IB Diploma Programme certification, IB cohort graduated in 2022, and 2025 DP results remain strong.

PaRK International School’s Praça de Espanha campus opened in 2017 and serves children from age 1 to Grade 4 in central Lisbon. The campus offers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme. Early Learning students follow a project and play-based curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilia, while Junior School students follow a blend of the Portuguese curriculum and Cambridge International curriculum. The campus is housed in a historic townhouse at Av. Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, 52, and includes a sustainable playground with a tree house, climbing wall and mud kitchen, an Atelier for creative investigation, classrooms with technology tools, and a multi-purpose gym. A distinctive feature of this campus is the Atelier, where children explore materials, projections, light, shadow, music and clay. After-school options include PaRK Music Academy, visual arts, dance, martial arts, sports, creative writing, chess and technology.

PaRK International School’s Restelo campus serves children from age 1 to Grade 4 in Lisbon. The campus offers a bilingual English-Portuguese programme, with Early Learning based on Reggio Emilia-inspired project and play-based learning. In Junior School, students follow a bilingual programme combining elements of the Portuguese Primary Years Curriculum and Cambridge Curriculum. The campus is located at Av. das Descobertas, 21, Restelo, and includes classrooms, a gymnasium, a rooftop football field, an outdoor sports field and dedicated performing arts rooms. A distinctive feature is the campus’s regular outdoor learning in the nearby forest, where students take part in exploration, motor-skill and nature-based activities. The school also offers extracurricular options such as PaRK Music Academy, dance, gymnastics, yoga, martial arts, team sports, technology, mental arithmetic, lab, sewing and creative writing. Transport is available from Grade 1.

Prime School International - Lisbon Campus is a co-educational institution in the Alvalade district, operating since 2003. The school provides the Cambridge International Pathway from Preschool through to Advanced Levels, alongside BTEC qualifications in Business, Sport, and Arts. Facilities at the Lisbon campus include science laboratories, art studios, and dedicated outdoor spaces for student wellbeing. A distinctive feature is the Technical Route, which permits students to specialize in sectors like hospitality or professional sports, earning vocational credits such as the Higher National Diploma before they graduate. This program offers a practical bridge to both professional careers and university placements. All instruction is guided by the Prime Scientific Method, an approach that maps a student's cognitive profile to adapt teaching strategies. For families living abroad, the campus offers a boarding residence with constant supervision, on-site medical support, and organized weekend activities focused on the local culture and environment of Lisbon.

Prime School Sintra is part of Prime School International, a Cambridge school group in Portugal with campuses in Sintra, Estoril and Lisbon. The Sintra campus is located at Rua Mestre Neves, 20, Portela de Sintra, and the official fees page lists provision from ages 3 to 14, covering Preschool, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary up to Year 9. Annual Sintra tuition for 2025–2027 ranges from €9,253 to €14,334. The curriculum includes Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary, with bilingual provision listed specifically for Sintra. Primary subjects include English, Portuguese, computing, science and lab, music and acting, physical education, art and design, global perspectives and maths. Activities listed by the school include robotics, music, chess, ICT, sports, arts and drama, and modern languages. Prime also offers optional school transport and boarding in Lisbon for older students, with transport to the Sintra campus.