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Taught languages English, Portuguese, Spanish, French
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
TASIS Portugal is an international school for students aged 3 to 17, located on a purpose-built Sintra campus that opened in 2020. The curriculum combines Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10 with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for senior years; progression from IGCSE to the IB requires passing six subjects with a grade C or better, and IB assessments include Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay, with a diploma score up to 45. The campus offers two libraries, a Lower School Learning Commons, a full-size theater and a smaller theater, dedicated music and art rooms, and a turf field for outdoor sport. The After-School Activities Program provides coding, robotics, sports, arts, music, MUN and language clubs for Grades 1–12. Creativity, Activity and Service is embedded in the IB, and the school plans to graduate its first class in spring 2026. TASIS Portugal operates under TASIS Foundation.
Alameda do Linhó 6, Penaferrim, 2710-697 Sintra, Portugal
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The Essentials
TASIS Portugal has 950 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
Located in Linhó, Sintra, Portugal. The campus is at Alameda do Linhó, 2, 4, 6 e 8, Penaferrim, 2710-697 Sintra, Portugal.
Stages
Serving students from pre-kindergarten through high school.
Type
American international school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Nationalities represented: 65. Top five represented nations: United States, Portugal, United Kingdom, Brazil, Ukraine.
Additional learning support
Learning Support: TASIS Portugal supports and recognizes the strengths and differences in each learner. There is a learning support program designed for students with mild to moderate learning disabilities. In the Early Learning Center and Elementary School, the learning support teacher often acts as a third co-teacher in the room. Middle school and high school students may have learning support during the foreign language elective block. If more support is required, families must engage outside specialists; TASIS Portugal does not offer intensive student support services.
Country affiliation
The school has an American international affiliation.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at TASIS Portugal ranges from EUR 13,007 to EUR 24,308 for 2026/27.
Fees published for the 2026–2027 academic year (school's published schedule).
Application fees - Early Learning Center (Pre‑K) applicants: EUR 150; nonrefundable. - Grade 1–11 applicants: EUR 100; nonrefundable.
Required one‑time and recurring fees - Annual re‑enrollment fee (all students): EUR 750; nonrefundable and secures a place for the upcoming academic year. - Pre‑K1 and Pre‑K2: nonrefundable enrollment deposit EUR 3,000; deposit is applied toward tuition (required to secure an admitted spot). - Kindergarten and higher: nonrefundable, one‑time Campus Enhancement Fee EUR 5,000 payable upon acceptance to secure the offered place. - External examination fees (IGCSE, IB DP) are not included in tuition and are billed separately.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard tuition billing follows a trimester schedule with due dates: 1st payment July 1; 2nd payment December 1; 3rd payment March 1. - Application fees are nonrefundable and paid at application time; the school issues receipts for application payments (no invoice issued for application fees). - Enrollment deposit and Campus Enhancement Fee are nonrefundable and required to hold an offered place; the Pre‑K deposit is applied to tuition.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as part of the school's program fees; no boarding fees are published. (All published tuition and required fees are for day enrolment.)
Other costs and fees - Uniforms and school shop items are available through the school shop; sample prices (school shop list): fleece zip jacket EUR 26; puffer jacket EUR 42.80; tracksuit jacket EUR 29; crew‑neck sweat EUR 27; polo shirts EUR ~EUR 22; PE shorts EUR 13. Payment is made on collection at the School Shop. - After‑School Activities (paid clubs/academies) are charged separately; paid activities are nonrefundable for the term once committed. - Transportation (bus) is not included in tuition; bus service is arranged separately and fees for transportation are additional. - School field trips, examination entry fees, and some optional services may be charged separately from tuition. Tuition explicitly includes books, instructional materials, daily lunch and two snacks, after‑school clubs & sports (as noted in the tuition inclusions), certain instrument provision (violins when required), and school field trips; external exam fees are excluded.
Refund information - Application fees (ELC and Grades 1–11) are nonrefundable. Annual re‑enrollment fee, Campus Enhancement Fee, and Pre‑K enrollment deposit are nonrefundable. Paid after‑school activities are nonrefundable for the term once a student is enrolled. - The school's published pages list those nonrefundable fees but do not publish a detailed public schedule of tuition refunds for full or partial withdrawals (no publicly posted pro‑rata/withdrawal refund table was found on the published fee pages).
Fee payment options - The school accepts bank transfer payments to a published IBAN and SWIFT account for activity and school payments, and uses Flywire for online international payments. Credit card payments can be made at the School Shop for shop and activity charges. The school's accounts contact is accounts@tasisportugal.org for billing questions. (Payment methods for specific invoices include bank transfer, Flywire, and in‑person card payments as shown in school payment instructions for activities and shop purchases.)
Notes on routine charges and exclusions - Fees for external examinations (IGCSE, IB DP) are additional and billed separately. After‑school vendor‑run activities may be billed directly by external providers. Bus/transportation and certain optional activities are additional to published tuition.
If you need exact numeric line items copied into your database fields, use the numerical values above (trimester and annual tuition figures, application fees, re‑enrollment and one‑time campus/enrollment fees, and sample uniform prices).
Academics
TASIS Portugal teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Singapore Curriculum for students aged 3 to 17.
Curriculum
TASIS Portugal is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for high school and Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10. The IBDP comprises six subject groups and a core including Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay (EE). Assessments include external examinations and internal assessments moderated by the IB, with the Diploma score calculated from the six subjects and the DP core, up to 45 points. The Cambridge IGCSE is taught in Grades 9–10 with core subjects such as English Language/Literature, Mathematics, Science, and History, and a range of language and elective options; progression to the IBDP requires passing at least six IGCSE subjects with a grade C or better. IGCSE results for 2024–2025 show 94% A*–C, 54% A*–A, 94% of candidates with six or more A*–C, and 1 in 6 students earning straight A* and A across all subjects.
Student Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio: ELC 7.1:1; Elementary School 9.0:1; Upper School 8.8:1. Average Class Size: ELC 17.7; Elementary 23; Middle School 19.9; High School 13.8.
Exam Results
IGCSE results for 2024–2025 are strong: 94% A* to C, 54% A* to A, 94% of candidates with six or more A* to C, and 80% A* to B; about one in six students earned straight A* and A across all IGCSE subjects.
Higher Education Progression
University destinations include Lynn University, University of San Diego, Wake Forest University, Kings College, University of Exeter, IE University, Esade Barcelona, and Bocconi University. TASIS Portugal's first graduating class will be in the spring of 2026.
Gifted and Talented
Academic enrichment classes and a wide range of elective options continue through the IGCSE years and into the DP to support advanced learners.
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Admissions
Admissions
Applications are considered throughout the year, and families are invited to visit the campus. The online application is powered by OpenApply, and you create your account by filling out the TASIS Portugal inquiry form. Complete and submit the application for the appropriate grade level; Early Learning Center (Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten) ages 3 to 5, with PK1 needing to be 3 by September 1 and toilet trained, PK2 needing to be 4 by September 1, and Kindergarten needing to be 5 by September 1; Elementary is Grades 1–5, Middle School 6–8, and High School 9–12 (with limited entry to 10th grade if coming from an IGCSE program in alignment with the program). Transcripts from the previous year and current year records are requested starting from Grade 1; recommendations from educators are required; submit results of any standardized tests (e.g., MAP, ERB); English Language Development may be required and tested. Interviews or visits are scheduled by contacting Admissions; Early Learning Center candidates will have an assessment with ELC staff (virtual options available). Submit any educational testing or IEPs if applicable. The nonrefundable application fee is €100 (€150 for ELC applicants). Admission decisions for the 2026–2027 school year note that Grades 2–8 are currently full; availability for Grades 3–8 in 2026–2027 is determined after the re-enrollment process; admissions for Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 9 (IGCSE), and Grade 11 (IB Diploma Programme) operate on a rolling basis as spaces become available. The school maintains a Wait Pool for full classes; it is not ranked, and completed applications are required for Wait Pool consideration; space is opened as openings arise and requires balancing factors such as gender and language diversity, sibling enrollment, and academic readiness. A Note to Families: being in the Wait Pool should not discourage applications. Re-enrollment for the following year requires a non-refundable €750 Re-Enrollment Fee by February 15; payment of Campus Enhancement Fund (CEF) is required for Kindergarten and higher (CEF amount set annually) and is non-refundable; withdrawal and refund policies apply, and outstanding fees can affect re-enrollment. For questions, contact the Admissions Office.
Scholarships
University and scholarship applications are supported by TASIS Portugal through the University and Career Counseling program.
Waitlist
The Wait Pool is used when classes are full; applications are always welcome, and only completed applications are eligible for Wait Pool consideration. The Wait Pool is not ranked; the Admissions Committee reviews each applicant as openings arise, weighing factors such as gender and language diversity, sibling enrollment, and academic readiness. When space becomes available, a candidate from the Wait Pool may be offered a place, and families are encouraged to contact Admissions for more information or to schedule a campus tour.
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FAQs
Where is TASIS Portugal located and what is the campus like?
TASIS Portugal is located in Linhó, Sintra at Alameda do Linhó, 2, 4, 6 e 8, Penaferrim, 2710-697 Sintra, Portugal. The purpose-built Sintra campus opened in 2020 and includes light-filled learning spaces, two libraries, a Lower School Learning Commons, a full-size theatre, a smaller theatre, dedicated music and art rooms, and a state-of-the-art turf for outdoor sport.
What ages and grade levels does TASIS Portugal serve?
TASIS Portugal serves students aged 3 to 17, from the Early Learning Center (pre-kindergarten and kindergarten) through Grade 12. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for the senior years.
Is TASIS Portugal co-educational and what is its educational affiliation?
TASIS Portugal is a co-educational day school with an American international affiliation. It operates under the TASIS Foundation, a not-for-profit educational foundation registered in Delémont, Switzerland.
How do I apply and what are the application fees?
Applications are accepted year-round through the school's application system and families are invited to schedule visits or interviews with Admissions. Application fees are EUR 150 for Early Learning Center (Pre‑K) applicants and EUR 100 for Grade 1–11 applicants, both nonrefundable.
What nonrefundable fees should I expect when accepting a place?
To secure an offered place, Kindergarten and higher require a nonrefundable one-time Campus Enhancement Fee of EUR 5,000, and all students must pay an annual re-enrollment fee of EUR 750 to hold a spot for the next year. Pre‑K1 and Pre‑K2 admissions require a nonrefundable enrollment deposit of EUR 3,000 which is applied toward tuition.
How does the Wait Pool (waitlist) work if a class is full?
When classes are full, completed applications are placed in a Wait Pool that is not ranked; the Admissions Committee reviews candidates as openings arise. Offers from the Wait Pool consider factors such as gender and language balance, sibling enrollment, and academic readiness.
What curriculum and external examinations does TASIS Portugal follow?
The school offers Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for senior years, with IB assessments including Theory of Knowledge, CAS, and the Extended Essay. IBDP and IGCSE assessments include external examinations and internally assessed work moderated by the relevant awarding bodies.
How strong are the school's IGCSE results?
IGCSE results for 2024–2025 show 94% A*–C and 54% A*–A, with 94% of candidates achieving six or more A*–C and one in six students earning straight A* and A across all subjects. These results reflect high attainment across the cohort.
What are typical class sizes and student–teacher ratios?
Average class sizes are ELC 17.7, Elementary 23, Middle School 19.9, and High School 13.8. Student–teacher ratios are ELC 7.1:1, Elementary School 9.0:1, and Upper School 8.8:1.
Where do TASIS Portugal students typically go after graduation?
TASIS Portugal students have progressed to universities such as Lynn University, University of San Diego, Wake Forest University, King's College, University of Exeter, IE University, Esade Barcelona, and Bocconi University. The school will graduate its first class in spring 2026.
What sports and physical facilities are available on campus?
The campus includes a playing field and a state-of-the-art turf for outdoor sport, plus Fleming Forum which provides indoor space for physical education and activities. These facilities support house competitions, varsity sports, and a wide range of after-school athletic programs.
What academic and arts facilities does the school have?
TASIS Portugal has two libraries (Lower School and Upper School), a Lower School Learning Commons, dedicated music and art rooms, a full-size theatre and a smaller theatre, plus ELC multipurpose spaces and modern high school classrooms. These facilities support performing arts, visual arts, music ensembles, and research-based learning.
What kinds of after-school activities and clubs are offered?
The After-School Activities Program for Grades 1–12 includes coding, robotics, sports, arts, music, MUN, language clubs, and many more options such as surfing, horse riding, golf, and TASIS Big Band. Many activities are included in tuition while some academies and vendor-run activities carry additional charges.
How is Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) integrated into student life?
CAS is embedded within the IB Diploma Programme and requires students to engage in creative, physical, and community-service projects as part of their diploma core. The program connects classroom learning with meaningful community involvement and personal development.
What learning support and special educational needs services are available?
TASIS Portugal provides learning support for students with mild to moderate learning disabilities, often using co-teaching in the ELC and Elementary classrooms and targeted support in Middle and High School. The school can arrange Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and accommodations, but does not provide intensive specialist services, so families may need to engage outside specialists for additional support.
How does the school support non-native English speakers?
The Early Learning Center offers an English immersion environment and the school provides English Language Development (ELD) for non-native speakers, with multilingual co-teachers and assistants to accelerate proficiency. ELD may replace other language lessons during the program and students are typically expected to achieve functional proficiency within about two years.
What wellbeing and social-emotional learning programs are in place?
SEL is woven into the curriculum with dedicated weekly SEL time and programs such as the Toolbox Project, ELLI, and Wayfinder to build self-awareness, empathy, resilience, and goal-setting skills. These programs are age-appropriate and integrated across subjects to support student mental wellbeing.
Is there a uniform and what are typical uniform costs?
TASIS Portugal has a compulsory uniform available through the TASIS Uniform Shop, and orders can be placed via the parent portal or by contacting shop@tasisportugal.org. Sample prices include a fleece zip jacket EUR 26, a puffer jacket EUR 42.80, a tracksuit jacket EUR 29, a crew-neck sweat EUR 27, and PE shorts EUR 13, payable on collection at the School Shop.
How does the house system work and what are the house names?
The house system builds community and leadership across the school with four houses—Regaleira (Dragon), Pena (Kraken), Monserrate (Griffin), and Mouros (Pegasus)—and awards a House Cup at year end based on points from academics, arts, athletics and service. House activities encourage cross-age collaboration and friendly competition.
What accreditations and memberships does TASIS Portugal hold?
TASIS Portugal is an IB World School and follows the Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum for IGCSE; it also follows the Core Knowledge Curriculum Sequence and is a CIS member (accreditation candidate). These affiliations reflect the school's international curriculum standards and ongoing accreditation work.
What are the tuition fees at TASIS Portugal?
Annual tuition at TASIS Portugal ranges from EUR 13,007 to EUR 24,308 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.