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If you're researching international schools in Brasilia, Brazil, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is IB (DP), taught by 4 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 71,194–71,194 BRL, with the average sitting around 71,194. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like American School of Brasilia (opened 1961).
Compare 8 international schools in Brasilia, Brazil. Filter by curriculum, fees (average BRL 71,194), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Brasilia International School (BIS) is an international Christian school founded in 1998 to serve international community. It offers a North American education delivered in English, blending the American Educators Reach Out standards with Biblical worldview integration. The elementary program (Pre-K to Grade 6) provides English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Music, Physical Education, and Art, emphasizing group learning, STEM projects, and Kingdom Seekers social-emotional learning. In secondary Grades 7–12, BIS emphasizes individualized guidance, course selection, and college preparation, with access to online NorthStar Academy courses that include AP and Dual Enrollment, enabling students to earn college credit while still in high school and graduate with an American diploma. The school is non-denominational and a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS). BIS supports intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual development in a safe, structured environment, preparing graduates for study in the United States, Canada, England, and beyond.
Escola Eleva Brasilia is a bilingual international school in Brasilia, part of the Inspired Education Group. The 15,000 sqm campus was designed by architect Miguel Pinto Guimarães to merge with Parque Asa Sul, offering a distinctive learning environment with maker spaces, libraries, sports courts, and a media lab. The school offers education from kindergarten through high school with a focus on STEAM, arts, and global exchanges.
Escola Canadense de Brasília is an IB World School serving ages 2 to 18, delivering the IB Primary Years Programme through Grade 5 and the Middle Years Programme from Year 6 onward. The school operates on two campuses, Sudoeste and Águas Claras, with libraries, playgrounds, and facilities including a science laboratory at Sudoeste. Education is bilingual in Portuguese and English, with a partially bi-literate model; language support helps newcomers. The national guideline BNCC informs the core program, while international curricula align with the school's mission. English and Portuguese immersion characterizes daily life, with Spanish mandatory from Grade 6 to 9 and French optional from age 4. From Year 6, students access elective options and enrichment activities, such as debates, Olympiads, proficiency-test prep, and clubs. Notable features include a dual certification in High School with Rosedale Global High School (Ontario diploma) and an Educational Exchange to Canada via CIC. Extensive extracurriculars.
Located in Brasília, SIS Swiss International School Brasília is a private bilingual day school that blends the Brazilian curriculum with International Baccalaureate programmes. Preschool is bilingual; Primary School is bilingual and combines the Brazilian curriculum with the IB Primary Years Programme; Secondary School follows the Brazilian curriculum and is driven by the IB Middle Years Programme; College combines the Brazilian college degree with ENEM preparation and the IB Diploma Programme. The school is part of SIS, a group founded in 1999 to provide bilingual education, now integrated into the Klett Group as of January 1, 2025. Facilities emphasize open spaces: an Indoor Sports Hall, a Cafeteria, an Adventure Park, plus a Biology Lab and a Computer Lab equipped for modern learning with Office 365. Extracurriculars include the SIS Cup, Intercountry Activity, Best Essay Award, after-school activities, and field trips that celebrate local and international festivals and traditions.
American School of Brasilia (EAB) is an independent, non‑profit day school offering preschool through Grade 12 education. It provides three diplomas: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, American High School Diploma, and Brazilian High School Diploma. As an IB World School and CIS‑accredited institution, it is authorized by Secretary of Education of the Federal District. The school uses a differentiated learning model to meet diverse learner needs and hosts an international community representing 48 nationalities, with over 680 students. Campus facilities include iCommons learning spaces, a library with print and digital resources, Escola Gourmet meals. The Athletics program features a gym and outdoor spaces, while Arts offerings include IB Visual Arts, Film, Theatre, General Music, Band, and Choir. After‑school options include Club EAB and Upper School clubs; weekend STEAM robotics; and service and leadership programs such as EduArtes, EAB Goes Green, NHS/NJHS, and TEDx EAB Youth. The IB Diploma average is 36.
The British School of Brasilia, located in Lago Sul, is a British international day school for ages 2 to 18. It follows the English National Curriculum and offers Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. The school is affiliated with The British Schools Foundation (BSF), a UK-registered nonprofit organization. The campus spans almost 16,000 square metres and features modern learning spaces, a library, an auditorium and specialist facilities that meet English National Curriculum standards. The curriculum begins with ENC as a starting point and extends through an Integrated Curriculum with a mentoring programme and pupil choice within study, building strong foundations in English, Maths, Portuguese and Science. Examinations begin from Year 10, providing a pathway to universities worldwide. The school emphasizes proficiency in both English and Portuguese within a global context that includes sports, music and arts. The campus also includes a Forest School area, outdoor play spaces, a heated swimming pool, an athletics track, and a well-resourced library with English and Portuguese literature and access to two exclusive websites for literature.
Located in Brasília, Lycée Français François Mitterrand is part of the AEFE network and follows the French national curriculum adapted for a multicultural environment. From age three, students study French and Portuguese, with English and Spanish offered as foreign languages, preparing them to sit the baccalaureate and pursue higher education in France, Brazil, and beyond. The school relocated to a purpose‑built campus in 2016 to accommodate up to 800 students, with facilities designed for general and extracurricular learning, language development, and inclusive education. A wide range of clubs and activities complements the core program, including a 3D Printer Project, Cambridge and DELE language preparation, and a dynamic AMA program supporting intellectual and personal growth. Students benefit from arts, sports, and cultural experiences, such as Circus, Music, Theatre, French Cine-club, English and Japanese language clubs, and various athletic offerings. The school emphasizes equal opportunity, critical thinking, and autonomy to foster citizens.
School of the Nations is a private, not-for-profit, coeducational international day school in Brasília, Brazil, serving Nursery through Grade 12. It operates on two campuses, Main Campus and Early Childhood Campus, and educates over 700 students from 25 nationalities. The calendar runs from late July or early August to June. Primary instruction is English and Portuguese, with Spanish introduced in Grade 6 and French offered in the After School Program. It is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP); DP authorization was achieved in May 2024 and PYP authorization granted in November 2024. The school is accredited by NEASC and by the Brazilian Secretary of Education. The bilingual curriculum includes Moral Education, arts and sports. Students may earn the Brazilian High School Diploma, the IB Diploma, and the NEASC-accredited High School Diploma. Extracurriculars feature drama, Model United Nations, and service opportunities.
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