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Escola Suíço-Brasileira Rio de Janeiro is a private day school in the SIS network serving students aged 3 to 18. The school offers a multilingual, IB-aligned pathway: preschool is bilingual with play-based discovery, while Primary blends the Brazilian curriculum with the IB Primary Years Programme and Secondary follows the Brazilian curriculum enriched by the IB Middle Years Programme; the College track combines the IB Diploma with a Brazilian certificate and ENEM preparation. Instruction is delivered in Portuguese alongside English, German or French, with three language pairings: German/Portuguese, French/Portuguese and English/Portuguese. Facilities include the Araújo building with a multilingual library, carpentry and art studios, a biology lab, a computer lab, an outdoor study area, a Kids Playground and a cafeteria. Students benefit from after-school activities, international exchanges, and opportunities to pursue Cambridge English, DELF/DALF and German DSD certificates. The school has a history of bilingual education and ties within SIS network.
Escola Beit Yaacov is an IB World School in Brazil offering the full IB continuum alongside a bespoke curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. English is the language of instruction, reflecting a global orientation, and the school began as Brazil's first trilingual Jewish school. The Primary Years Programme has been in place since 2009 for Early Years through Elementary; the Middle Years Programme has been available since 2025 for G6-G9; the Diploma Programme since 2013 for High School. The campus features a new High School and EJA building (2024) with a covered gymnasium, modern laboratories, study and social areas, spacious classrooms, and synagogues. Libraries with Follett Destiny catalogs are open to staff, students, and families. Torah values and international-mindedness are central to the education, preparing students to engage confidently in a world that is constantly transforming. The school emphasizes inquiry, character, and service within a collaborative, multilingual community today.
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.
Instituto GayLussac is a private day school in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, with campuses at Rua Maria Caldas 35 and Rua Coronel João Brandão 95. It serves Early Childhood (Groups 1–5), Elementary, Middle, and High School, in a bilingual framework with IPC (Grades 1–5) and IEYC for Early Childhood, offering a 50/50 English-Portuguese option during partial shifts and a full bilingual schedule from 10:30 to 17:50. The school delivers IB PYP in the early years and Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge Secondary programs, with Grades 6–9 adding English, Portuguese, Spanish and Mandarin; English is the language of instruction (English First Language in Grade 9). The High School follows Lei 13415/17 reform. UNESCO Associated Schools Network membership since 1998 reflects its international engagement. Facilities include Innovation and Technology Center, Multisciences Laboratory, Sylvia Orthof Library, and Viva Ana Maria Machado Reading Room. Extracurriculars include theatre, sports, and projects such as Monografia and Por Um Mundo Melhor.
Pueri Domus Bilingual School in São Paulo offers a single bilingual education for ages 2–18 that blends the Brazilian BNCC with the US CCSS and culminates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in High School. Aclimação campus is a candidate IB World School, while Perdizes (opened 2020) and Perdizes II (2023) expand access across a network of campuses that share the same mission and quality. The school emphasizes technology as a core pillar and holds Apple Distinguished School status. A central feature is Pueri Maker, a makerspace with workbenches and a 3D printer that supports hands-on projects; coding begins in Year 2 and runs through Year 9. The bilingual program uses English and Portuguese across Preschool through Secondary, with platforms like EducaCross, Mistery Science and Journeys supporting maths, science and language arts. The CORE program supports socio-emotional development, and After School Pueri Domus provides flexible pathways. Notable cultural projects include Olharte and Feitek.
The British College of Brazil is a British international school for ages 2 to 18, with two São Paulo campuses, Cidade Jardim and Chácara Flora. The school follows a British curriculum framework beginning with EYFS, continues through IPC and Cambridge IGCSE, and offers the IB Diploma in the secondary years, complemented by a Bespoke Curriculum to meet student needs. In Early Years and Primary, English and Portuguese are taught bilingually, while Secondary students study English, Portuguese, and Spanish, supporting multilingual communication across the curriculum. The Juilliard curriculum informs music, drama, and dance, and Maker Lab and STEAM laboratories enable hands-on, project-based learning. A university counsellor provides one-on-one guidance for university applications and career planning. Class sizes range from about 16 to 18 students per class, and a 10:1 student-teacher ratio supports personalized attention. The campus culture emphasises collaboration, inquiry, and practical exploration across academics, arts, and sport for curious learners.
St. Paul's School, São Paulo is a British international day school in the Jardins district serving pupils aged 3 to 18. The curriculum blends the English National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, while incorporating the Brazilian Core Curriculum. It provides a British bilingual and bicultural education across Escola Infantil, Ensino Fundamental and Ensino Médio, with qualified local teachers registered with MEC. The school follows a Junior School, Senior School and Sixth Form structure and offers enrichment in arts, culture and sport, plus field trips to broaden learning beyond the classroom and to foster identity within a diverse society. Founded in 1926 by the British community, the school is governed by FABEC as a not-for-profit foundation; the UK Consul General sits on the Board. Modern facilities in Jardins include a new sports centre, a Sixth Form centre, a learning resources centre and refurbished Pre-Prep. A 1:2 iPad programme, BYOD and digital spaces support research, and 100% of leavers enroll in three to four-year courses worldwide.
Escola Internacional de Alphaville is an IB World School offering a bilingual program across Primary Years (PYP), Middle Years (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Servicing ages 1 to 17, the school teaches in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, with Cambridge English certificates supporting language proficiency. The campus is part of the International Schools Partnership network, enabling collaboration for students and staff. In 2024, IB results were strong: 31 points on average and 92% university acceptance. Facilities include a 400 m² library with quiet study zones, International Village for childhood, multidisciplinary science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, three outdoor sports courts, and a safe swimming pool for younger learners. MakerSpace, 200-seat theatre, a music room, arts room, a recording studio, a cafeteria, and a nurse station complete the campus. The school emphasizes multilingualism and exposure through programs such as summer courses in Switzerland and Boston, UN debates, and ISP Global Exchange.
Situated in Rio de Janeiro, The British School is a non-profit, independent, co-educational day school serving ages 2 to 18. It is maintained by Associação Britânica de Educação (ABE), the body of British and Commonwealth nationalities. The school delivers a blended IEYC/IPC in Early Years and Primary, the British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and IB Diploma, with a bespoke approach that integrates the Brazilian Curriculum. Students progress from Pre-Nursery through the IB Diploma, with bilingual proficiency in English and Portuguese. Three campuses – Botafogo (Primary), Urca (Secondary) and Barra (Barra Unit) – host over 2,000 students from more than 60 nationalities, with a 7:1 student–teacher ratio. Facilities include ICT labs, Chromebooks, LED displays, and rainwater reuse; refurbishment completed in 2023. The Falcons sport programme, Drama and Music, Model United Nations, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and IB CAS showcase a broad Arts and Sport offering and a commitment to service and leadership.
Liceu Albert Sabin is a private IB World School in Brazil with two campuses: Golfe Infantil e Fundamental and Califórnia Médio e Pré-Vestibular. It offers the IB Diploma Programme and the IB Middle Years Programme alongside a Bespoke Curriculum, delivering a Brazilian diploma and an IB diploma for high school students. The program emphasizes English immersion and intercultural experiences, and aligns international publishers and guidelines, including Oxford, Cambridge, National Geographic, and UK/US K12 standards. The Global Scholars program, in partnership with the University of Missouri, provides an English-taught interdisciplinary pathway for grades 6–8 with five weekly sessions and a Missouri certificate. The school's campuses feature facilities: Golfe houses an Auditorium, Library, Sports Field, Maker Space, and a multi-sport Gym, while Califórnia offers an Atelier, Library, Photography Studio, Science and Computer Laboratories, and modern classrooms. Extracurriculars include MUNS, FIC Sabin fair, FALAS, and photography workshops, supported by a strong International Program.
Colégio Positivo Internacional is an IB World School in Curitiba, Brazil, offering the IB continuum: PYP for ages 2–11, MYP for ages 11–15, and DP for ages 16–18. English-language instruction includes Cambridge proficiency test preparation for Grades 3 and 5, and the Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge. The campus is located within the Positivo University complex and features green spaces, a football field, a swimming pool, a multi-sport gym, and laboratories to support an international and inclusive mindset. Opened in 2013, the school blends sustainability with collaborative learning spaces and provides a reception program to welcome students. The PYP applies a transdisciplinary framework with real-world learning and an Action Cycle to develop physical, social, intellectual, aesthetic, and cultural skills. Extracurriculars include College Counseling and a range of activities, with Half Day, Full Day, and Extra Activities options. It is unique in Curitiba for offering IB certifications (PYP, MYP, DP).
Pueri Domus Bilingual School in São Paulo offers a single bilingual education for ages 2–18 that blends the Brazilian BNCC with the US CCSS and culminates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in High School. Aclimação campus is a candidate IB World School, while Perdizes (opened 2020) and Perdizes II (2023) expand access across a network of campuses that share the same mission and quality. The school emphasizes technology as a core pillar and holds Apple Distinguished School status. A central feature is Pueri Maker, a makerspace with workbenches and a 3D printer that supports hands-on projects; coding begins in Year 2 and runs through Year 9. The bilingual program uses English and Portuguese across Preschool through Secondary, with platforms like EducaCross, Mistery Science and Journeys supporting maths, science and language arts. The CORE program supports socio-emotional development, and After School Pueri Domus provides flexible pathways. Notable cultural projects include Olharte and Feitek.
Escola Americana de Belo Horizonte (EABH) serves PK-12 students in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, as the region's sole American-style school. It is a non-profit association reinvesting tuition into education. EABH offers three diploma pathways: Brazilian, American, and IB/AP program incorporating IB PYP and MYP with AP Capstone. Instruction is in English; Spanish is introduced in grade 6 and Mandarin from grade 11. Portuguese is taught through Brazilian programs, and literacy is bilingual in English and Portuguese. The northern-hemisphere calendar runs August–June. Class sizes are small: PK 18 students; K–5 classrooms have two full-time teachers (one foreign, one Brazilian). The campus covers 24,000 m2 and features spacious classrooms, Theater, Music, and Visual Arts spaces, science, language, and technology labs, a multi-sport gym, a natural grass field, an outdoor court, a restaurant, and a library with international collection. Athletics include Hawks and Lady Hawks; NHS and student council support leadership and service.
Situated in Rio de Janeiro, The British School is a non-profit, independent, co-educational day school serving ages 2 to 18. It is maintained by Associação Britânica de Educação (ABE), the body of British and Commonwealth nationalities. The school delivers a blended IEYC/IPC in Early Years and Primary, the British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and IB Diploma, with a bespoke approach that integrates the Brazilian Curriculum. Students progress from Pre-Nursery through the IB Diploma, with bilingual proficiency in English and Portuguese. Three campuses – Botafogo (Primary), Urca (Secondary) and Barra (Barra Unit) – host over 2,000 students from more than 60 nationalities, with a 7:1 student–teacher ratio. Facilities include ICT labs, Chromebooks, LED displays, and rainwater reuse; refurbishment completed in 2023. The Falcons sport programme, Drama and Music, Model United Nations, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and IB CAS showcase a broad Arts and Sport offering and a commitment to service and leadership.
Dual International School Blumenau is an IB World School offering bilingual immersion and full-day education for students aged 3 to 18. The school delivers a triple diploma—Brazilian, American and IB—preparing graduates for universities abroad. Located in Blumenau, it is part of the Bahema group and joined a network that began in Joinville in 2009 and expanded to Florianópolis in 2014 before Blumenau opened in 2016. The campus is the only IB World School serving Florianópolis and Blumenau. The curriculum combines IB programs (PYP and DP) with an English–Portuguese immersion approach and American curriculum elements, supported by a full-time schedule from early years through high school. After school, students may join a range of activities from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. The school emphasizes participation in international programs such as Onto the World and competes in science, math, chess and athletic events, while guiding enrollment in ENEM, SAT and IB coursework successfully.
Graded, the American School of São Paulo, is an American international day school serving ages 3 to 18 in São Paulo. Instruction is in English, following an American curriculum, with an international perspective to support a diverse student body. The high school program prepares students for admission to competitive universities and culminates in three diplomas: United States Diploma, Brazilian Diploma, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. All graduates receive the United States Diploma. Graded is NEASC-accredited and an IB World School, offering the IB Diploma in Grades 11–12 alongside a college-preparatory curriculum. The Morumbi campus opened in 1961, and the school celebrated its 105th anniversary in October 2025. Campus facilities include Haddad Center for Performing Arts, a Wellness Gymnasium with a climbing wall, the Graded Learning Lab, and Upper and Lower School libraries. Extracurriculars span performing and visual arts, athletics, and service, with experiential programs such as Classroom Without Walls. Opportunities.
Land School, part of Gurilândia Schools and Inspired Education Group, opened in 2019 in Salvador, Bahia, as an expansion of Gurilândia International School. It provides bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese and integrates the Brazilian national curriculum with international programs. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate from Primary Years through the Diploma Programme, the only IB continuum in the Northeast of Brazil. In high school, students may pursue only the Brazilian curriculum or continue with the IBDP, earning both diplomas and access to Brazilian and international universities. Land School operates two campuses in Salvador: Land Federação (about 6,000 m²) and Land Pituba (about 18,000 m²). Facilities include science laboratories, a cinema laboratory, a music room, a Maker Space, and a library. Pituba has 32 classrooms and advanced spaces. Extracurriculars include robotics, Model United Nations, a Student Film Festival, Olympiads, and Thematic Symposium, with global exchange through Inspired Global Summer Camps.
Maple Bear Barra da Tijuca is a bilingual school in Rio de Janeiro following a Canadian methodology. The curriculum blends a Canada-inspired approach with Brazilian guidelines to support bilingual proficiency and continuity from years to high school under Novo Ensino Médio. The school serves students from Bear Care (1 year 6 months) through Year 1 (6 years) up to ages 17. English immersion is central, with Canadian educators guiding and periodically monitoring academic team to maintain standards. The campus features stimulating classrooms designed to support learning. Instruction emphasizes observation, problem solving and decision making across subjects. In grades 11 and 12, students can deepen study in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and electives such as Sports Methodology and Technology. The program stresses leadership, career studies, vocational guidance, independent studies, Theory of Knowledge and community service. Bilingual English-Portuguese learning enables English-first courses to accelerate language acquisition; High School entrants must demonstrate CEFR B2.
Escola Gurilândia is a bilingual international school in Salvador, Bahia, with two campuses serving ages 1 to 11. Inspired Education Group offers IB Continuum anchored by the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside a bespoke Brazilian curriculum. The school blends national standards with the PYP, incorporating Singapore Mathematics and Reading and Writing Workshops from Columbia University, plus emotional intelligence classes and a focus on 21st‑century skills. The PYP certification, earned in 2014, made Gurilândia first school in Northeast to offer the programme. A Land School founded in 2019 ensures seamless progression through year 5. In 2020 Gurilândia joined Eleva Global Schools and, in 2021, opened second campus in Pituba; in 2022 it joined Inspired, linking to a network of premium schools. Facilities on the Federação and Pituba campuses support academic, athletic, technological and artistic development. Extracurriculars include capoeira, judo, swimming, arts, programming and scouting, with competition opportunities through Inspired worldwide.
Bright School, founded in 2009 in the Brazilian state of Piauí, offers bilingual education that blends Brazil's national curriculum with the International Baccalaureate framework. It is the first IB-certified school in Piauí to offer IB MYP and IB DP alongside a bespoke curriculum. The school serves middle school (Ensino Fundamental II) and high school (Ensino Médio) with English-Portuguese bilingual immersion across disciplines. TOEFL is administered on campus, and students can participate in United Nations simulations at Yale and Harvard, promoting intercultural competence and leadership. The program aligns national and international standards to prepare graduates for global higher education, while maintaining individualized instruction. Notable features include entrepreneurship and leadership as transversal axes, a socioemotional development program, and an international focus that fosters global connections and intercultural understanding. Students benefit from individualized instruction and a campus culture that supports language development, critical thinking, and ethical engagement across local and global contexts today.
St. John's International School in Cotia, Brazil operates two campuses and offers a unique blend of IB and Cambridge programs for ages 1 to 17. The Little John campus serves ages 1–5, while the St. John's International School campus serves ages 6–17. The Primary Years Programme is taught in English, Portuguese and Spanish, combining the IB PYP with the school's International English Learning System (IELS). From Year 1 onward, the curriculum also meets Brazilian curricular requirements. Cambridge English Preparation begins in Year 2, with Cambridge Main Suite progression from Year 6 (A2 Key to CPE). Students learn core subjects - English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Portuguese, and Spanish , alongside specialist instruction in Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education and Performing Arts. Facilities include indoor/outdoor learning spaces, a Theater, Arts Atelier, Sports Rooms and Courts, and a buffet-style restaurant; field trips, festivals and a Student Agency program enrich the international learning community.
Colégio São Luís is a co‑educational private Catholic Jesuit school in Brazil that blends a bespoke curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma and the British curriculum for a rigorous, internationally minded education. The Ignatian pedagogy centers the student in an integral formation across intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and cultural dimensions, guided by the PEC and the Rede Jesuíta de Educação, and anchored by BNCC and UNESCO guidelines. Students develop five core competencies—Competentes, Conscientes, Criativos, Comprometidos, Compassivos—through a revised curricular matrix and active, autonomous learning. Assessment is semestral: descriptive reports in early years; AV1–AV4 and an annual final average in older years, with an option to take the IB Diploma in High School. The Ibirapuera campus (opened 2020) spans 28,000 m2, featuring science labs, a Maker Space, a library, a chapel, theatres, and a comprehensive sports complex, including a semi‑Olympic pool and track. Cambridge English preparation is also offered to families.
St. Francis College is a two-campus, coeducational IB Continuum international school in São Paulo, Brazil, serving ages 3 to 18. The school delivers a continuous IB education across the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), while also offering the Cambridge IGCSE. The formal curriculum is guided by the Brazilian and British national curricula and complies with MEC requirements. Portuguese language subjects include Brazilian literature, Portuguese language, and the history and geography of Brazil, with students graduating alongside a Brazilian studies diploma in addition to the IB Diploma. The school operates from two Pinheiros campuses, with extensive libraries housing more than 22,000 items primarily in English, plus titles in Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian and Korean; resources are accessible via a Follett e-catalog. The IB Continuum is supported by a House System (Condors, Eagles, Falcons), a broad activity programme, and a focus on Service, CAS, arts, sports and international travel. Founders are Mrs Hazell and Mrs Conde; the institution hosts over 898 students from more than 16 nationalities.
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.
Schweizerschule São Paulo is a non-profit bilingual school serving students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum combines the International Baccalaureate program (PYP, MYP, and DP) with the Swiss and Brazilian curricula, enabling a seamless progression between local and international standards. Instruction is delivered in Portuguese and German from early childhood, and language diplomas maintain international benchmarks. The school is affiliated with Switzerland and supported by the Basel Canton and the Department of Education for the State of São Paulo, reflecting formal recognition by the Swiss government since 1967. IB accreditation began in 1996, with first IB Diploma awarded in 1999. Facilities include science laboratories, a woodshop, arts studios, experimental kitchen and forest area, plus a multimedia library, a sports gym, theatres, a cafeteria and a medical clinic. Notable programs include Research Project, Economy Week and Professional Experience program, as well as curricular arts and music through secondary education and opportunities.
The British College of Brazil is a British international school for ages 2 to 18, with two São Paulo campuses, Cidade Jardim and Chácara Flora. The school follows a British curriculum framework beginning with EYFS, continues through IPC and Cambridge IGCSE, and offers the IB Diploma in the secondary years, complemented by a Bespoke Curriculum to meet student needs. In Early Years and Primary, English and Portuguese are taught bilingually, while Secondary students study English, Portuguese, and Spanish, supporting multilingual communication across the curriculum. The Juilliard curriculum informs music, drama, and dance, and Maker Lab and STEAM laboratories enable hands-on, project-based learning. A university counsellor provides one-on-one guidance for university applications and career planning. Class sizes range from about 16 to 18 students per class, and a 10:1 student-teacher ratio supports personalized attention. The campus culture emphasises collaboration, inquiry, and practical exploration across academics, arts, and sport for curious learners.
Colégio Miguel de Cervantes is a bilingual, multicultural school in São Paulo delivering the IB Diploma Programme to students from 3 to 18. Founded in 1978 by Spanish residents, the school blends Spanish-Brazilian private education and aims to promote Spanish language and culture. The three-level structure is Educación Infantil, Ensino Fundamental, and Enseñanza Media, with personalized teaching and development of the whole person. The campus in Morumbi covers 57,000 m2, including 17,854 m2 of green space and 107 learning environments. Facilities include a library expanded to three floors (over 45,000 reference works), a Documentation Center, STEAM space with 3D printers and a laser cutter, laboratories, a theater, music rooms, pools, and sports areas. The school offers exam preparation for Cambridge and DELE, and diplomas are valid in Brazil and Spain; a dual qualification is available. The Cervantes Solidário program supports sociocultural initiatives in the community, and students have access to European universities through the IB and dual diploma pathways.
Pan American School of Porto Alegre is a private, not-for-profit, coed, secular American-International day school serving preschool through Grade 12. Founded in 1967, PAS educates about 460 students across two campuses. It is an IB World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), alongside American, Brazilian, and Advanced Placement options, including AP Capstone. The Brazilian Program provides Portuguese, Literature, and Brazilian Social Studies. The school is Cognia-accredited, MEC-authorized, and Distinguished by AMISA, NAIS, AASB, CIS, and PTC. PAS follows a North American calendar with classes running from late July/early August to June. The main campus houses 24 classrooms, science labs, music/theatre studios, a library, and outdoor spaces; the Preschool Campus includes six classrooms, a sports court, and a cafeteria. The school emphasizes service learning, language acquisition, cross-cultural experiences, and a strong after-school program with PUCRS collaboration, International Day, and POAMUN simulations.
PlayPen Escola Cidade Jardim in Brazil is an independent bilingual school within the Cognita network, the first Cognita school in Latin America. It offers English-immersion from Early Years and bilingual literacy in English and Portuguese within the IB framework, with Spanish taught as a foreign language. The school serves ages 1 to 16, from Early Years through secondary, delivering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) while pursuing authorization to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) as a candidate. The PYP emphasises inquiry-based learning and global perspectives, integrated with social and cultural development. The campus, designed by Isay Weinfeld and Márcio Kogan, connects indoor and outdoor spaces and features ramps for accessibility. Facilities include extensive library, outdoor and rooftop sports areas, and spaces for labs and after-school activities. With about 130 staff, the school offers after-school clubs in languages, robotics, arts, and sports, plus international experiences and Cognita Be Well day.
CIEI is an IB World School in Rio de Janeiro offering the Primary Years Programme and the Diploma Programme for students aged 4 to 18. The school day runs from 8:00 to 16:45 and incorporates learning in Portuguese, English, German, and Spanish, with English-language instruction used for Diploma subjects in the High School. The campus sits on about 10,000 square meters in Recreio dos Bandeirantes, surrounded by nature, and features modular buildings in Swiss chalet style, air conditioned classrooms, and verandas. Facilities include science labs, a computer room, a library, a culinary/experimental kitchen, a dance studio, a judo room, a stage, a pool, and multiple outdoor spaces. CIEI emphasizes inquiry, intercultural understanding, and sustainable attitudes through an integrated schedule that blends academics, sports, and arts. The school is certified as a Cambridge Exam Preparation Centre, and the Exhibition PYP project anchors its inquiry in the final year of primary school.
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.
Escola Eleva is an international school in Barra da Tijuca serving ages 1 to 18. The curriculum blends IEYC for early years, IPC for primary, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for upper years, including a bilingual IBDP option. The campus spans 16,000 m² at Av. José Silva de Azevedo Neto, 309, opposite the Península condominium. Designed by Architect Miguel Pinto Guimarães, the spaces are arranged to stimulate creativity and the pleasure of learning. Maker Spaces with a Media Lab, libraries, and an auditorium support cross-disciplinary projects. Early Childhood Education is housed in a dedicated area of more than 800 m² with parks, balcony classrooms, a Mini Maker workshop, and music and theatre rooms. Sports facilities include three courts, a court society space, an athletics track, and a 640 m² covered gymnasium. The school integrates arts spaces, sports, and contemporary learning environments to support student growth across disciplines.
Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro (EARJ) is an independent, non‑profit, English‑medium day school with two Rio de Janeiro campuses, Gávea and Barra. Founded in 1937, it serves ages 3–18 as an IB World Continuum School offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, and it awards the American High School Diploma and Brazilian Ensino Médio Diploma upon completing the full DP. The Diploma Programme includes Group 1 and Group 2 languages (English, Portuguese, French, Spanish) along with core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service. EARJ also offers a Brazilian Accredited Program and university counseling. The school is recognized by the U.S. Department of State under the Assisted Schools program. Facilities include Gávea's MuseOn, a recently renovated auditorium, libraries and dedicated science and arts spaces, plus Barra's MakerSpace, high‑tech libraries, science labs, gym, field and outdoor courts. A broad co‑curricular program features RioMUN and a range of ASA activities delivered in English within an inquiry‑ and project‑based learning environment.
Villa Global Education is a 100% international school in Salvador, Brazil, with three campuses (Paralela, Litoral Norte and Praia do Forte). Part of the United World Schools network, the school offers the IB Diploma Programme alongside a bilingual Portuguese-English immersion programme from Early Years through High School. Its pedagogical approach emphasises solid knowledge construction, problem-solving autonomy and teamwork, forming 'strong and happy individuals' as global citizens.
Escola Castanheiras is a private day school in Alphaville–Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba, SP, Brazil, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school combines an inquiry-based PYP for the younger years with a BNCC-aligned Fundamental II (grades 6–8) and English taught weekly, plus Spanish, supported by the GOA framework to foster self-directed learning. In Ensino Médio, the IB Diploma Programme is available as an option, in a trilingual Portuguese/English/Spanish setting, reinforcing knowledge handling and critical thinking. Castanheiras emphasizes internationalization through expanded English instruction, language study, and global-minded curricula. Facilities include 32 technology-equipped classrooms, a library, multi-purpose laboratories, maker spaces, and open, airy learning spaces guided by knowledge scenography. Sports and arts facilities feature an arena, gym, climbing wall, theatre and dance rooms, and a maker space. The school is a Google Reference School since 2022 and hosts diverse arts, culture, and technology activities globally.
Colégio Visconde de Porto Seguro is a private international school in Brazil offering a German International Curriculum, a bilingual curriculum, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It serves ages 1 to 18, with campuses in Morumbi, Panamby, Valinhos, Vila Andrade and Portinho, each providing learning spaces from early childhood to high school. The Panamby campus is an IB World School for the Diploma Programme. The German Curriculum includes Abitur under an international agreement with the Government of Germany, and the school also offers Cambridge IGCSE. The network traces its roots to 1878 and has grown to multiple campuses with laboratories, libraries, sports facilities, and outdoor spaces across Morumbi, Panamby, and Portinho units. More than 50 extracurricular courses complement the academic program, and the Complementary Education Program develops competencies such as public speaking, teamwork, and interdisciplinary projects. Language learning, arts, and leadership are emphasized through dedicated clubs and inter-disciplinary projects.
Colégio Soka do Brasil is a private day school in São Paulo that blends Soka Education philosophy with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Since 2018 it has offered the IB DP alongside the Brazilian high school diploma, preparing students for global pathways through multilingual options in English, Japanese and Spanish. The curriculum is BNCC-based in the early years and integrates language, culture, life skills, and the arts, while maintaining a strong bilingual emphasis as students advance toward high school. The campus features a Sustainability Excellence Seal, multimedia classrooms, Chromebooks, a reading room, an art studio, and spaces for body expression and musical education, plus covered multi-sport courts. The school operates UNESCO ASPnet status, international projects and exchanges, a DIG SAT/TOEFL prep course, university admissions advisory, and a Homestay program to host international students. A CAS component accompanies the IB Diploma, encouraging creativity, activity and service worldwide. Within a nurturing global community.
Red House International School is an international bilingual school based in Brazil, serving ages 1 to 18. The curriculum includes a bespoke program and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), taught in English within curricular content and aligned to the Brazilian BNCC. The bespoke curriculum is developed by the Educational Design Laboratory (RED Lab) to foster global thinking while preserving Brazilian roots, including focus on Brazilian literature and culture. The school emphasises bilingualism with English delivery across subjects, enabling learners to engage with international perspectives while staying connected to Brazilian heritage. The Villa-Lobos Campus in São Paulo occupies 11,000 m² near Villa-Lobos Park, providing open spaces, multi-sport courts, indoor gym, and social learning lounges. The Jundiaí Campus houses a STEM Lab, library, and art room to support inquiry-based learning. The Extended School Program offers after-school activities such as Ballet, Judo, Chess, Basketball, Capoeira, and Futsal, enriching academics with arts and sport.
ABA Global Education in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, offers bilingual education from infancy through high school, combining a Canadian curriculum with Brazilian study requirements and a bespoke program. ABA Maple Bear will provide this bilingual path from early childhood through high school, starting in 2025. It is the only Pernambuco school to offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), certified by IB World Schools. The English Education program is recognized by the U.S. Embassy for excellence in teaching and includes an American Space, an information center for studying abroad, and a FabLab/Maker Space to foster hands-on innovation. The three-campus complex on the Aflitos and Boa Viagem sites supports a safe, welcoming learning environment with spaces for digital fabrication, research, and collaboration. ABA is an UNESCO Associated School and part of a binational network with U.S. educational partners. The school also hosts leadership and service initiatives and is an Apple Distinguished School.
Coree International School is an IB Continuum school in Joinville, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Founded in 2009 by SOCIESC and governed since 2015 by Instituto Core, it serves Brazilian identity within a framework. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, alongside American curriculum, with inquiry-based teaching approach. A trilingual immersion program delivers English and Portuguese from Early Years, with Spanish added from year 8, culminating in Brazilian and international diplomas, including Triple Diplomas: Brazilian High School, American High School and IB Diploma. LEED Gold campus features secure entry, 35 classrooms, arts and music spaces, a library, an infirmary, and a dining area served by Sodexo, plus Go Home system and facial-recognition security. Extensive facilities support science, technology and arts, including eight laboratories and a heated semi-Olympic pool. Coree hosts Santa Catarina's Science Fair and is among Brazil's 12 IB Continuum schools; Joinville's trilíngue school.
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.
St. Nicholas School Alphaville is a Brazilian international school delivering the International Baccalaureate across its early years to secondary. The Alphaville Campus offers a full IB continuum: Tiny Tots for ages 18 months to 3 years, the Primary Years Programme for ages 3–11, the Middle Years Programme for ages 11–16, and the Diploma Programme for ages 16–18. The IB was integrated into the curriculum in 2000, and Alphaville was authorized to offer the DP in 2024, making it a full IB school. The campus opened in 2016, and in 2025 celebrated its 45th anniversary with the opening of the Alphaville Athletic Complex. Students learn in English and participate in inquiry-based learning across Early Years, Primary, Middle Years and the Diploma. The school has a pool and sport-based ECAs, including futsal, football and basketball teams, a PE Fun Day, and inter-house fixtures. The DP core includes Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS).
Pueri Domus Bilingual School in São Paulo offers a single bilingual education for ages 2–18 that blends the Brazilian BNCC with the US CCSS and culminates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in High School. Aclimação campus is a candidate IB World School, while Perdizes (opened 2020) and Perdizes II (2023) expand access across a network of campuses that share the same mission and quality. The school emphasizes technology as a core pillar and holds Apple Distinguished School status. A central feature is Pueri Maker, a makerspace with workbenches and a 3D printer that supports hands-on projects; coding begins in Year 2 and runs through Year 9. The bilingual program uses English and Portuguese across Preschool through Secondary, with platforms like EducaCross, Mistery Science and Journeys supporting maths, science and language arts. The CORE program supports socio-emotional development, and After School Pueri Domus provides flexible pathways. Notable cultural projects include Olharte and Feitek.
Escola Nova by SIS is a private day school in Rio de Janeiro within the SIS Swiss International School network. The school offers bilingual instruction from early years to college, with education in Portuguese and English and pathways that include the International Baccalaureate Diploma and ENEM preparation for university entry. In the early years, preschool provides a bilingual option in Portuguese and English with morning or afternoon shifts, while Primary Year 1 is bilingual in English and Portuguese. Secondary schooling emphasizes developing academic skills through critical, ethical, and reflective thinking. The college pathway enables students to obtain both the IB Diploma and the Brazilian college degree. The campus is at Rua Major Rubens Vaz 392 in Gávea, Rio de Janeiro, and operates as a day school with optional shifts or full-day care, including lunchtime supervision and after-school activities. The SIS Educational Concept centers on a bilingual experience and peer learning.
Villa Global Education is a 100% international school in Salvador, Brazil, with three campuses (Paralela, Litoral Norte and Praia do Forte). Part of the United World Schools network, the school offers the IB Diploma Programme alongside a bilingual Portuguese-English immersion programme from Early Years through High School. Its pedagogical approach emphasises solid knowledge construction, problem-solving autonomy and teamwork, forming 'strong and happy individuals' as global citizens.
Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba is a nonprofit international school serving 800 students aged 2 to 18 from Swiss, German and Brazilian nationalities. The curriculum integrates the Brazilian National Curricular Parameters, the Swiss Lehrplan 21, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Instruction is bilingual in Portuguese and German through Fundamental II, and in Portuguese and English in high school; French and Spanish are offered, with Italian available as extracurricular. The school is recognized and supported by the Swiss government and the Canton of Aargau, with support from Paraná State Department of Education. In addition to the IB Diploma, students complete the Brazilian high school certificate and obtain language certifications. The Diploma includes TOK, Extended Essay, and the CAS component, with assessments externally conducted. Extracurriculars include Robotics and Programming; Band and Swiss School News; Italian courses, Chess, Skating, and Volleyball. The campus features a gymnasium, outdoor spaces, and Week on curricular projects worldwide.
Villa Global Education offers an International Curriculum with IB DP and an American curriculum, alongside a bespoke program tailored to student needs. The school operates across campuses on Paralela Avenue and Litoral Norte, with Praia do Forte as a third site. It is an International Baccalaureate World School, organized around seven curricular dimensions: Authorship, Interculturality, Socioemotional Intelligence, Digital Culture, Multiliteracy, Sustainability, and Scientific Thinking. Language learning is integrated to promote immersion and cultural understanding. Founded by a family with more than 60 years in education, Villa blends tradition with technological advancement. Facilities include Villa Code & Maker Lab, Bosque EcoVilla, Ateliê das Artes, Villa de Brincar, Minicidade, and labs such as Digital Life Studio, Nature, Maker, Art Workshop and Music Room. The campus features a heated pool, a sports centre, Teatro da Cidade, Speak Up and Happiness Center. The program enables a double degree for higher education in Brazil or worldwide.
ABA Global Education in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, offers bilingual education from infancy through high school, combining a Canadian curriculum with Brazilian study requirements and a bespoke program. ABA Maple Bear will provide this bilingual path from early childhood through high school, starting in 2025. It is the only Pernambuco school to offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), certified by IB World Schools. The English Education program is recognized by the U.S. Embassy for excellence in teaching and includes an American Space, an information center for studying abroad, and a FabLab/Maker Space to foster hands-on innovation. The three-campus complex on the Aflitos and Boa Viagem sites supports a safe, welcoming learning environment with spaces for digital fabrication, research, and collaboration. ABA is an UNESCO Associated School and part of a binational network with U.S. educational partners. The school also hosts leadership and service initiatives and is an Apple Distinguished School.
Valley International School pioneers international education in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. It is the 15th IB PYP-certified school in Brazil, aligning with the Brazilian national curriculum while delivering the international program in English. The school uses Portuguese and English as languages of instruction and offers Cambridge English Preparation Centre to support Cambridge exam preparation. The campus spans 18,000 square meters and hosts 51 faculty members, with classrooms, a library, laboratories, a canteen, and a playground. After eight years of operation in the Valley do Itajaí region, the school follows a transdisciplinary approach that integrates the Brazilian curriculum with the PYP framework. The early childhood program follows the National Curriculum Guidelines, while the upper grades study the international program in English through a transdisciplinary model. More than 30 after-school clubs run from 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm, complementing core learning. Sporting facilities include a sports court and other spaces for student life.
Pan American School of Bahia (PASB) is an international day school for students aged 2 to 18. It offers three diplomas: the Brazilian Ensino Médio Diploma (MEC), the American High School Diploma, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP). The IB Primary Years Programme runs from Pre-K to Year 5, and the IB Diploma Programme is offered in Years 11–12. All classes are taught in English, with Brazilian History and Geography (Secondary), Spanish (Secondary), and Portuguese (ECC, Elementary and Secondary) taught in other languages. The curriculum blends American-style college-preparatory coursework with MEC requirements and the IB framework to prepare students for universities worldwide. PASB was founded in 1960 and now operates across campuses featuring an Early Childhood Center (2–6), Elementary (1–5), Middle (6–8), and High School (9–12). The school emphasizes digital fluency and a Maker Culture, with MakerSpaces and a multimedia library. The Community Hub houses an Auditorium, Black Box, a gym, a Music Room, two MakerSpaces, a Media Lab and an MPR. Panthers Sports includes football, futsal, volleyball, basketball, swimming, and cheerleading, part of AASB.
Situated in Rio de Janeiro, The British School is a non-profit, independent, co-educational day school serving ages 2 to 18. It is maintained by Associação Britânica de Educação (ABE), the body of British and Commonwealth nationalities. The school delivers a blended IEYC/IPC in Early Years and Primary, the British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and IB Diploma, with a bespoke approach that integrates the Brazilian Curriculum. Students progress from Pre-Nursery through the IB Diploma, with bilingual proficiency in English and Portuguese. Three campuses – Botafogo (Primary), Urca (Secondary) and Barra (Barra Unit) – host over 2,000 students from more than 60 nationalities, with a 7:1 student–teacher ratio. Facilities include ICT labs, Chromebooks, LED displays, and rainwater reuse; refurbishment completed in 2023. The Falcons sport programme, Drama and Music, Model United Nations, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and IB CAS showcase a broad Arts and Sport offering and a commitment to service and leadership.
International School of Curitiba (ISC) is a non-profit international school serving ages 2 to 18, delivering the IB Diploma Programme in High School. The school meets Brazilian curriculum requirements through accreditation by the Secretaria de Educação do Estado do Paraná and is audited by CIS, NEASC, and the International Baccalaureate Organization. The core curriculum covers Language Arts, Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Modern Languages, Information Technology, Physical Education, and Health, taught across all levels. The Early Childhood Center is Reggio Emilia–inspired, with a forested outdoor environment, a covered playground, a forest playground, a water stream, and a bike track; Toddle facilitates daily home–school communication and supports small classes. ISC Academy offers free and paid after-school activities, including sports, design thinking, and performing arts. High School features renovated Chemistry and Biology labs, with donor-supported improvements and Phase II plans; the IB Diploma Programme anchors its secondary curriculum, guiding inquiry, collaboration, and citizenship.
Dual International School Florianópolis is an IB World School offering an integrated program from infancy through high school (Infantil, Fundamental I, Fundamental II, and Ensino Médio). Instruction is in English and Portuguese, with Spanish integrated from Grade 6, supporting bilingual development and cross-cultural communication. The curriculum aligns with IB standards and leads to national and international qualifications, including ENEM, vestibulares, SAT, and the IB Diploma. The school also provides an American high school diploma and a Brazilian high school diploma, accommodating diverse pathways. As part of the Bahema group, it is the only IB World School in Florianópolis and Blumenau, reinforcing a Brazilian identity within an international framework. The campus emphasizes an international, socio-constructivist pedagogy and aims to prepare students for top universities worldwide. Notable features include the Onto the World travel program and extensive after-school offerings across sports, arts, and languages, fostering global perspectives.
Sphere International School, founded in 2004 and part of the SEB Education Group, offers a bilingual education from early childhood through high school. The school is an IB World School authorized to deliver the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) in Vale do Paraíba. The curriculum blends the Brazilian BNCC framework with an international program, guided by the OPEN Framework, emphasizing inquiry, projects, and socioemotional development. Students engage in more than 40 projects across learning pathways, with a focus on multilingual communication and global citizenship. The school provides Cambridge English and DELE certifications and is a UNESCO Associated School, with partnerships with UNESCO, Cambridge ESOL, and DELE. In high school, Sphere offers the DP and college counseling for study in Brazil or abroad. Extracurriculars include After School program and clubs in Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual, and Community and Service, aligned with IB.
St. Nicholas School Pinheiros is a Brazilian IB World School offering the full IB continuum across two campuses, Pinheiros and Alphaville. It serves learners from early childhood to late adolescence, with Tiny Tots (18 months–3 years) in a play-based inquiry approach, the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–11, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 11–16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for 16–18, which leads to Cambridge IGCSE as a pathway. The MYP features the four Peaks core—Passion, Project, Peer and Play—and a homegrown curriculum aligned with IB philosophy. Languages taught include English, French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish, and first-language instruction at Diploma level is offered in these languages. Facilities include modern classrooms, Science and Technology Laboratories, well-stocked libraries, recreational areas, outdoor spaces and an on-site pool across both campuses. A structured sports program and Inter-House events accompany academics. The DP core (TOK, CAS, Extended Essay) anchors graduation; more than 90% of Year 12 graduates earn a bilingual IB Diploma.
Colégio 7 de Setembro is a private, coeducational day school in Ceará that combines a bespoke curriculum with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for students from infancy to late teens. The school serves ages 0 to 17 across campuses Centro NGS, Núcleo Infantil Aldeota, Aldeota (EBS) and Eusébio, with a multilingual offering from Infantil through Pré-Universitário. The Bilíngue program provides English instruction for Infantil II to the 3rd year of Ensino Médio and uses English as a learning tool across subjects in reduced-size classes. An STI Global framework adds holistic development through Global Culture, Time Management, Arts and Sports, and cognitive/attitudinal growth, plus targeted pedagogical support, autonomous study, nutrition and socialization. The IB Diploma Programme has been available since 2020, integrating six subjects plus TOK, EE and CAS; DP cohorts begin each August. Campuses host arts, science and technology offerings, and a program.
Great International School - Teresina is a co-educational day school that offers bilingual program across IEYC, IPC, IMYC and IB Diploma Programme. It follows the ICA framework for ages 2 to 14, with IEYC in the early years, IPC in the primary years, and IMYC in the middle years. The ICA network comprises 15,000 teachers, 1,000+ schools, and a presence in 90+ countries, reflecting its international scope. The Teresina campus spans 55,000 square meters at Av. Nossa Senhora de Fátima, 1000 Jóquei, Teresina, PI 64048-185, and features a purposefully designed environment that supports collaborative learning and preservation of history. From early childhood to high school, students study full-time in a bilingual setting and benefit from integrating national and international curricula within a pedagogical project. Leadership staff include a College Counselor and International Department Coordinator to support college preparation and international programs. The school emphasizes collaboration, cross-cultural understanding through language programs.
Pueri Domus Bilingual School in São Paulo offers a single bilingual education for ages 2–18 that blends the Brazilian BNCC with the US CCSS and culminates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in High School. Aclimação campus is a candidate IB World School, while Perdizes (opened 2020) and Perdizes II (2023) expand access across a network of campuses that share the same mission and quality. The school emphasizes technology as a core pillar and holds Apple Distinguished School status. A central feature is Pueri Maker, a makerspace with workbenches and a 3D printer that supports hands-on projects; coding begins in Year 2 and runs through Year 9. The bilingual program uses English and Portuguese across Preschool through Secondary, with platforms like EducaCross, Mistery Science and Journeys supporting maths, science and language arts. The CORE program supports socio-emotional development, and After School Pueri Domus provides flexible pathways. Notable cultural projects include Olharte and Feitek.
Colégio Bonja is a Lutheran-affiliated school within the Bom Jesus/IELUSC network. The school offers two pathways: a Primary Programme with an integrated curriculum and a Bilingual Programme for Jardim A through 9th grade, delivering English and German instruction and adding English as a language from Jardim A, with options for German or Spanish as a second language in later levels. In the High School, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered, taught mainly in English alongside a MEC-based Portuguese curriculum, with six IB subject groups and the IB Core (TOK, CAS, EE). The BNCC and CBTC frameworks guide learning with a transdisciplinary approach. Facilities include age-appropriate classrooms, a green area with birds, a cantina and on-site infirmary, biometric security, and CCTV. The campus hosts a German House, an auditorium, a Maker Space, and exchange opportunities with countries. Safety and university preparation are priorities, with reduced class sizes in high school.
Escola Gurilândia is a bilingual international school in Salvador, Bahia, with two campuses serving ages 1 to 11. Inspired Education Group offers IB Continuum anchored by the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside a bespoke Brazilian curriculum. The school blends national standards with the PYP, incorporating Singapore Mathematics and Reading and Writing Workshops from Columbia University, plus emotional intelligence classes and a focus on 21st‑century skills. The PYP certification, earned in 2014, made Gurilândia first school in Northeast to offer the programme. A Land School founded in 2019 ensures seamless progression through year 5. In 2020 Gurilândia joined Eleva Global Schools and, in 2021, opened second campus in Pituba; in 2022 it joined Inspired, linking to a network of premium schools. Facilities on the Federação and Pituba campuses support academic, athletic, technological and artistic development. Extracurriculars include capoeira, judo, swimming, arts, programming and scouting, with competition opportunities through Inspired worldwide.
Land School, part of Gurilândia Schools and Inspired Education Group, opened in 2019 in Salvador, Bahia, as an expansion of Gurilândia International School. It provides bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese and integrates the Brazilian national curriculum with international programs. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate from Primary Years through the Diploma Programme, the only IB continuum in the Northeast of Brazil. In high school, students may pursue only the Brazilian curriculum or continue with the IBDP, earning both diplomas and access to Brazilian and international universities. Land School operates two campuses in Salvador: Land Federação (about 6,000 m²) and Land Pituba (about 18,000 m²). Facilities include science laboratories, a cinema laboratory, a music room, a Maker Space, and a library. Pituba has 32 classrooms and advanced spaces. Extracurriculars include robotics, Model United Nations, a Student Film Festival, Olympiads, and Thematic Symposium, with global exchange through Inspired Global Summer Camps.
The International School of São Paulo (GIS) is part of the GIS Group of International Schools Suisse and is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). It serves ages 2 to 11 and delivers a bilingual, inquiry-based education with English and Portuguese as languages of instruction. In the Early Years, learning follows the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing curiosity, respect for childhood, and the protagonism of children. In the Primary Years, students explore reading, writing, math and science through interdisciplinary projects linked to real-life experiences, with language as the medium for learning. The curriculum fosters autonomy and responsibility while developing a global perspective and critical thinking for engagement beyond the classroom. Authorized for the PYP since 2021, GIS integrates IB principles with a strong emphasis on multilingualism, collaboration, and real-world application. After-school activities are available through Rent a Pro from 16:00 to 16:50, complementing daily learning and wellbeing initiatives.
Bom Jesus IELUSC in Joinville is a private, philanthropic school network offering K–12 education with a bilingual approach. The curriculum combines the Brazilian system with the BONJA International Primary Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. Students study in English with courses delivered in English alongside Portuguese, and the IB Diploma Programme provides immersion in Portuguese, English, and German or Spanish. The school operates across Colégio BONJA and Bonja Infantil, with updated facilities including the Comenius Building, a renovated swimming and fitness center, a refreshed 5th/6th grade building, and Espaço Maker for robotics. A dedicated choir, more than 40 extracurricular activities (music, sports, robotics), and extensive community service programs, such as IELUSC in the Community, enrich student life. The network emphasizes practical, community-connected learning through extensions and research projects. Enrollment includes access to diverse arts spaces, a library and auditorium, and a campus designed for collaboration and activity in all weather.
Escola Lourenço Castanho is a private day school in São Paulo offering Early Childhood through High School across four campuses. It delivers the IB Diploma Programme on two campuses: Vila Nova Conceição (IB Global School since 2020; Diploma Programme since 2021) and Alto da Boa Vista (Diploma Programme since 2023). Alongside IB, English is the curricular language from early childhood through high school; Spanish is taught 6th–9th grade, and German is offered with the Goethe Institute from 6th year to the first Ensino Médio year, including afternoon classes, cultural activities, library access, and Studienkolleg pathways. The school treats art as a language through LC Cultura & Artes and supports sport via LC Esporte. Its spaces are redesigned for transdisciplinary, project-based learning, with nutrition education through Sanutrin. After-school offerings include Programa de Aprofundamento Acadêmico for vestibular prep. In 2022 a JK Unit expanded facilities to 11,000 m², with Pompidou-inspired design.
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.
Global Me Bilingual School in São Paulo, Brazil, offers a bilingual English-Portuguese program within the IB framework for infancy through 5th grade, with 6th grade planned for 2027. The Jardins campus is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme; Itaim is an IB Candidate School. The curriculum blends an IB Program of Inquiry with a bespoke bilingual program, guided by Language and Assessment Policies. The school serves children from 6 months to 10 years, with a planned expansion to grade 6 in 2027. Its pillars are Physical Development, Cognitive Development, and Health and Well-Being. Facilities include a nature-surrounded campus with fruit trees, sport spaces, reading nooks, a makerspace, an experimental kitchen, and a heated ozone-treated indoor pool. Extracurriculars include music, ballet/theater, art studio, library, nature-based activities, and a range of sports; Itaim offers circus and capoeira. Partnerships with MindKids, Innovamat, and others support learning.
Escola Americana de Campinas (EAC) is an independent, not-for-profit, co-educational international school on a 15-acre campus in Campinas, Brazil, about one hour from São Paulo. The school serves around 850 students aged 2 to 19 and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). The curriculum combines Montessori foundations in Preschool with a standards-based American and Brazilian program in Grades 1–12, and offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in Grades 1–5 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12. It operates as a dual-language environment (English/Portuguese) with Portuguese language instruction for 4- and 5-year-olds as part of the Brazilian program. The campus emphasizes STEAM across the curriculum; a 1:7 student-to-teacher ratio; and a developing Arts Center featuring a 500+ seat theater. After-school activities include Athletics, Creative Arts, Academics, Technology, Wellness, and Global Citizenship, with more than 40 offerings.
Beacon School is an IB Continuum School in Brazil offering PYP for Early Childhood and Elementary, the MYP in Middle School, and the DP for High School. The DP core includes Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay, with a Brazilian Diploma integration option. The school provides bilingual instruction in English and Portuguese, with Spanish introduced from age 10. Its January–December calendar means students begin the DP in Year 10 and complete it in Year 12, graduating in December. Serving more than 1,400 students from Early Childhood to High School, Beacon operates across three units: Campus (Grades 5–12) with a hub of arts, technology and music, 400-seat auditorium, amphitheatre, gym, outdoor courts, football field, laboratories, libraries and classrooms equipped with advanced technology; Villa (Grades 3–4) with a library and atelier; Berlioz (Grades 1–2) with an atelier, storytelling space and sleep room, plus outdoor play areas.
Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro (EARJ) is an independent, non‑profit, English‑medium day school with two Rio de Janeiro campuses, Gávea and Barra. Founded in 1937, it serves ages 3–18 as an IB World Continuum School offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, and it awards the American High School Diploma and Brazilian Ensino Médio Diploma upon completing the full DP. The Diploma Programme includes Group 1 and Group 2 languages (English, Portuguese, French, Spanish) along with core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service. EARJ also offers a Brazilian Accredited Program and university counseling. The school is recognized by the U.S. Department of State under the Assisted Schools program. Facilities include Gávea's MuseOn, a recently renovated auditorium, libraries and dedicated science and arts spaces, plus Barra's MakerSpace, high‑tech libraries, science labs, gym, field and outdoor courts. A broad co‑curricular program features RioMUN and a range of ASA activities delivered in English within an inquiry‑ and project‑based learning environment.
Chapel School, founded in 1947 to serve American families in São Paulo, offers early childhood through high school with American, Brazilian, IB programs. The campus covers 40,000 m2 and reflects a tradition of diversity and development. The Early Childhood Education program (ages 3 to 5) emphasizes social-emotional, cognitive, and physical growth in a rich learning environment, with Responsive Classroom and Morning Meetings; The Gold Assessment; The Creative Curriculum; Everyday Mathematics; Being a Writer; Visual Arts; Music. The Elementary School (ages 6 to 11) provides literacy and content in English and Portuguese, covering literacy, math, science, social studies, music, arts, religion, and technology, with NGSS for science and technology integrated daily. Chapel Art shows and museum partnerships enrich art experiences. The High School (7th–12th) offers electives beginning in 9th grade and Diploma Program in 11th and 12th grades. The school serves learners from over 30 countries and upholds tradition of achievement.
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