Rio International School

Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1999

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum

Taught languages Portuguese, French

Strengths Academic Enrichment, STEM, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Rio International School (RIS) is a Christian international day school in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, serving students aged 3 to 18. RIS offers a dual curriculum: an American/International program layered onto the Brazilian curriculum, with a college-preparatory high school and AP courses. About 90% of classes are taught in English, and English is the main language of instruction from Preschool through 12th grade. Portuguese is offered from 1st through 12th grades, and French is a regular subject from 2nd through 8th. RIS is accredited by Cognia and offers the AP International Diploma endorsed by AdvancED. The campus includes a library, a Technology Room, a Science Laboratory, a Jiu-Jitsu room, an Art Studio and Music Room, a cafeteria and 3 playgrounds, plus multisport and sand courts. After-school programs include Super Geeks, NBA Basketball School, American Football and Ballet. The school emphasizes community, character and a supportive, multicultural environment.

Av. Pref. Dulcídio Cardoso, 4351 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22793-011, Brazil

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The Essentials

Location

Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The campus is located in a green space in the Lagoa de Marapendi area.

Stages

Pre-K through Grade 12

Type

Christian international day school

Pupil Nationality Mix

More than 30 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

Support for significant learning needs; assessment determines the available support.

Country affiliation

Brazil

Religious affiliation

Christian

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Fees

Entrance & application fees

- A non‑refundable application/entrance fee is charged for applications from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The application fee is non‑refundable.
- A registration/enrollment fee is charged and is non‑refundable.

Tuition, billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed for 12 months of the school year, from July through June.
- Tuition payments are due on or prior to the 5th day of each month.
- The first payment following acceptance must be paid by the due date shown on the invoice/contract.
- Sibling discount: families with more than one student enrolled receive a 7.5% discount for each additional child (discounts do not apply to other fees).
- Early payment discount: fees for Preschool–Grade 12 paid in full for the following semester are eligible for a 2.5% discount.
- Academic International Material fee: a separate, non‑refundable charge is due after contract renewal (in July) to cover textbooks and digital learning platforms (the Portuguese book is excluded).
- What is included in tuition: teaching materials and socioemotional learning for Early Childhood; MAP testing, English Language Development (ELD), socioemotional learning and school counselor services for Elementary; MAP testing, ELD, PSAT/NMSQT® from Grade 8, Study Hall and school counselor services for Middle School; AP classes (Grades 11–12), ELD until Grade 9, MAP testing, career and college‑preparation supports, PSAT/NMSQT® and school counselor services for High School.
- What is not included in tuition: uniforms; required student electronics (students in Grade 3–12 must provide a laptop or tablet); AP, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, Cambridge or other external exam fees; daily food plan; after‑school activities; transportation; fundraising activities; repair or replacement of damaged, lost or stolen books or technology; external education programs; camps and travel; and some items on the supply list.

Tuition amounts by year group / per term

- The school does not publish detailed per‑grade tuition amounts or per‑term figures in public school materials. Exact tuition amounts by year group, and per‑term or per‑year totals, are provided directly by the Admissions office and in the student contract/invoice.

Billing schedule details

- Billing period: July–June (12 monthly instalments).
- Due date: on or prior to the 5th of each month.
- Payment timing for first instalment: as indicated on the contract/invoice issued at acceptance or renewal.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not provided. There are no boarding fees.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Food / Meal plan (annual cost divided into 12 monthly instalments):
- Preschool & Kinder: R$ 490.00 per month (average daily cost R$ 22.27; average per meal R$ 7.42).
- Grades 1–5: R$ 530.00 per month (average daily cost R$ 24.09; average per meal R$ 8.03).
- Grades 6–12: R$ 570.00 per month (average daily cost R$ 25.91; average per meal R$ 8.64).
- Uniforms: uniform purchases are an additional, out‑of‑pocket cost; an official supplier is used by the school.
- After‑school / extracurricular activities: these carry additional fees and are not included in tuition.
- Transportation: charged separately when provided.
- Examination fees (AP, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, Cambridge, etc.): charged separately and not included in tuition.
- Technology replacement or repair, special program fees, camps, travel and some supply‑list items: additional costs borne by families.

Refund information

- The application/entrance fee and the Academic International Material fee are explicitly non‑refundable.
- The registration/enrollment fee is non‑refundable.
- No detailed public schedule of tuition refunds (for mid‑year withdrawals or partial attendance) is published; tuition/refund terms are governed by the student contract and invoice terms.

Fee payment options

- The school's publicly available materials do not specify accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, boleto or PIX). Payment method options and instructions are provided with the invoice/contract by the school's Admissions/Finance office.

Brief summary of limited public details found

- Publicly available materials include billing schedule and payment terms (monthly billing, due by the 5th, billed July–June), the existence and non‑refundability of application/registration and academic material fees, sibling and early‑payment discounts, details of what tuition covers and excludes, meal plan monthly rates, and confirmation that the school does not offer boarding.
- Detailed numeric tuition rates by year group, per term or per year are not published in the school's public materials; those exact amounts are provided directly by Admissions and in the student contract/invoice.

Academics

Curriculum

RIS offers an academic program based on the U.S. educational model with an American/International curriculum added to the Brazilian curriculum basis. At the high school level, RIS provides an enriched college-preparatory curriculum with a range of elective subjects and Advanced Placement (AP) classes. About 90% of classes are taught in English daily, and English is the main language of instruction from Preschool through 12th grade. Portuguese is offered from 1st through 12th grades, and French is offered as a regular subject from 2nd through 8th grades. RIS is accredited through Cognia (formerly AdvancED) and offers the AP International diploma endorsed by AdvancED.

Higher Education Progression

RIS graduates gain admission to many of the world's most prestigious universities, including Harvard, New York University, and London Metropolitan University. RIS graduates also gain admission to prestigious universities in Brazil such as Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, ESPM, IBMEC, Mato Grosso State University, and PUC Rio.

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Admissions

Rio International School is the only international and Christian school in Rio de Janeiro. The school follows the American educational calendar, with the year starting in August and ending in July of the following year. Admissions are continuous and open year-round; students can start classes at any time during the school year. Because class sizes are limited, a waiting list may be used. The Admissions team guides families through the school's academic proposal and pillars and offers guided campus visits.

Waitlist

A waiting list may be used due to limited class sizes, with admissions continuing throughout the year.

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FAQs

Where is Rio International School located and what ages does it serve?

Rio International School is in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Avenida Prefeito Dulcídio Cardoso 4351 near Lagoa de Marapendi. RIS is a Christian international day school serving students aged 3 to 18 (Pre‑K through Grade 12).

What curriculum does RIS follow and what is the language of instruction?

RIS uses a U.S. educational model with an American/International curriculum layered onto the Brazilian curriculum, and it offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses at high school. About 90% of classes are taught in English, with Portuguese offered from Grades 1–12 and French from Grades 2–8 as separate language subjects.

Is Rio International School co‑educational and when was it founded?

Yes, RIS is a co‑educational day school founded in 1999 by foreign missionaries to provide a Christian international education in Rio de Janeiro. The head of school is Mrs. Camila Oliveira.

How does the application and admissions process work, and can students start mid‑year?

Admissions are continuous and open year‑round, and students can start at any time during the school year. The Admissions team provides guided campus visits and supports families through the academic proposal and pillars, though limited class sizes mean a waiting list may be used.

What fees are non‑refundable during the admissions process?

A non‑refundable application/entrance fee is charged for Kindergarten through Grade 12 applications, and the registration/enrollment fee is also non‑refundable. Additionally, the Academic International Material fee charged after contract renewal in July is non‑refundable.

How is tuition billed and are there any discounts available?

Tuition is billed in 12 monthly instalments for the period July–June, with payments due on or prior to the 5th of each month and the first payment due as shown on the invoice/contract. Families with more than one student receive a 7.5% sibling discount for each additional child, and fees paid in full for the following semester are eligible for a 2.5% early payment discount.

Does RIS provide boarding or homestays for international students?

No, RIS does not offer boarding facilities and cannot arrange homestays or study‑abroad housing for international students.

What are the school's core academic offerings at high school level?

High school at RIS is college‑preparatory with a range of electives and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, including AP English Language & Composition, AP U.S. History, AP Comparative Government, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1 and AP Calculus AB. RIS also offers the AP International Diploma endorsed by AdvancED/Cognia to support global university entry.

Do RIS graduates go on to universities abroad and in Brazil?

Yes, RIS graduates gain admission to universities worldwide, including institutions such as Harvard, New York University and London Metropolitan University, as well as prestigious Brazilian universities like the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, ESPM, IBMEC and PUC Rio.

What classroom sizes and student–teacher ratios can I expect?

Detailed student numbers and student–teacher ratios are not published in public materials; class sizes are limited and a waiting list may be used when classes reach capacity.

What facilities are available on the RIS campus for academic learning?

The campus includes a contemporary RIS Library, a Technology Room with high‑performance computers, a Science Laboratory equipped with equipment such as burettes and microscopes, an Art Studio, a Music Room with a practice room and instruments, and modern, flexible classrooms for Early Childhood through High School.

What sports and physical education facilities does the school have?

RIS has a multisport court, a sand court and three outdoor playgrounds, plus a dedicated Jiu‑Jitsu room. After‑school sports programmes run on campus and include NBA Basketball School, American Football and Tennis.

What after‑school activities and clubs are offered?

After‑school offerings include Super Geeks (technology, programming and robotics), NBA Basketball School, Rio Football Academy (American Football & Cheerleading), PSG Academy soccer, Parkour, Jiu‑Jitsu and Ballet, among others. These activities are supervised, combine sport, technology and arts, and carry additional fees beyond tuition.

How does RIS support student leadership and enrichment beyond academics?

RIS provides electives and advanced classes that develop talents, entrepreneurship and creativity, and the AP programme offers challenging courses with opportunities for college credit. School events, group projects and community activities foster teamwork and leadership through practical, collaborative experiences.

What English language support is available for non‑native speakers?

RIS offers English Language Development (ELD) classes to support new students and English learners, and additional ELD support is provided through the elementary and middle years with ELD available until Grade 9 as part of the school programme. Approximately 90% of instruction is in English, so ELD is designed to help students access the curriculum quickly.

What wellbeing and counseling services are available to students?

School counselor services are part of the programme at Elementary, Middle and High School levels, and socioemotional learning is incorporated from Early Childhood onward. Health and wellbeing are supported through health classes, arts and music activities, and a Christian ethical framework that promotes personal resilience and social balance.

What meal options are available and how much does the daily food plan cost?

RIS has a catering team including a nutritionist that provides three meals a day plus morning and afternoon snacks; the main menu typically includes a protein (with an option), a side, four salads, rice and beans, a dessert and fruit juice. The annual food/meal plan divided into 12 monthly instalments costs R$ 490.00 per month for Preschool & Kinder, R$ 530.00 per month for Grades 1–5, and R$ 570.00 per month for Grades 6–12.

Is the school accredited and are there formal recognitions?

RIS is accredited through Cognia (formerly AdvancED) and offers the AP International Diploma endorsed by AdvancED. In 2022 RIS also became a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

What is the cultural and community life like at RIS?

RIS has a multicultural community with more than 30 nationalities represented and a calendar full of family and student events such as Family Fun Fest, Spirit Week, Sports Day, Christmas and Easter programs, and Graduation celebrations. The school emphasizes close student–teacher relationships, community service and shared traditions like weekly chapel at Union Church.

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