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Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
NYsKOOL - Lisbon blends an American curriculum with Finland's mastery-based methods for children aged 5 to 17. Students follow an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) shaped by strengths, pace, and goals, with teachers personalizing lessons and projects. U.S. standards are paired with adaptive technology and AI-supported learning to ensure comprehension before progressing. MiAcademy Curriculum provides the full program, with Reading Eggs supporting English. Half of each day is devoted to life skills and future readiness—teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, communication, and resilience—delivered through project-based challenges. Hybrid options include Online-Only, Hybrid (Online + Hub), or Full-Time Hub to suit families' needs. The Lisbon Learning Hub opened in September 2024, in Campolide by NOVA University, with project tables, a library, outdoor spaces, and a co-working area for parents and volunteer opportunities. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, field trips, forest school once a week, and daily outdoor activity, with virtual collaboration with peers worldwide in a network.
Travessa Estêvão Pinto 6A, Campolide, Lisbon, Portugal (summer camp address; Lisbon Learning Hub exact street address not published)
The Essentials
NYsKOOL - Lisbon has typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Location
Lisbon, Portugal — Campolide, near NOVA University
Stages
Primary, Middle, High School
School day structure
Flexible drop-off and pick-up times; daily outdoor play and sports; a balance of group projects and individual learning.
Fees
Application & Enrollment Fees - Enrollment fee: €1.000, paid once at initial enrolment. - Re-enrollment fee: €750, paid annually for returning students. - Sibling discounts: 15% discount applies to the enrollment fee; sibling discounts also apply to tuition as specified below.
Tuition fees (by attendance mode / year-group structure) - Full-time in-person (hub attendance, 5 days a week, 09:00–16:15): €900 per month. This is charged on a monthly basis. - Part-time in-person (hub attendance, 3 days a week, 09:00–16:15): €750 per month. This is charged on a monthly basis. - Online learning (fully online programme): €450 per month. This is charged on a monthly basis. - Hub-only (for children following their own online curriculum who join hub activities): €600 per month. This is charged on a monthly basis. - Hub drop-off charge (when applicable): €40 per day. - Sibling tuition discount: 10% discount for siblings on monthly tuition for most attendance options; enrollment/re-enrollment discounts differ as noted above.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Regular tuition for hub and online options is billed and payable monthly. Enrollment fee is a one‑off payment at the time of enrolment; re-enrolment fee is billed annually. - Scholarship information for High School: high school fees are offered as all-inclusive at that level and scholarship opportunities can reduce tuition by up to 20% (scholarship terms apply). Specific high school tuition amounts are presented separately.
Boarding - No boarding programme or boarding fees apply; NYsKOOL operates via day Learning Hubs and online provision. (No boarding charges are listed.)
Other costs and typical additional charges - Hub drop-off: €40 per day when used. - Extra activities and trips: some hub activities (for example local swimming lessons, forest school activities, and school trips) are part of hub provision; charges for optional extras or specific trips may apply but are not listed as fixed amounts on the published fee material. - Summer camp: separate weekly fee applies for summer programmes (example: summer camp pricing noted per week and may exclude lunch/snacks). Summer programmes are billed separately from standard tuition.
Refunds and cancellation - No explicit institutional refund schedule (for tuition, enrollment, or re-enrolment fees) is published alongside the fee schedule. Enrollment and re-enrolment fees are described as payable when due; specific refund eligibility or timelines are not specified in the published fee materials.
Fee payment options - The published materials provide invoicing and contact pathways for enrolment and billing enquiries (contact by email and WhatsApp are given), but specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.) are not itemised in the publicly posted fee pages. Parents should follow the school invoicing instructions when completing enrolment.
Notes on coverage and missing specifics - The published fee schedule lists the enrolment/re-enrolment charges, the monthly tuition rates for full-time, part-time, hub-only and online options, sibling discounts, and the hub drop-off daily charge. However, the published materials do not set out a detailed term/annual tariff breakdown (for example a fixed annual tuition figure by grade for Lisbon), an explicit refund/cancellation policy, detailed charges for optional extracurriculars or trips, nor a definitive list of accepted payment methods.
Academics
NYsKOOL - Lisbon teaches American Curriculum, IB (DP) for students aged 5 to 17.
Curriculum
NYsKOOL combines the U.S. curriculum with Finland's mastery-based methods. Each student follows an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) built around strengths, pace, and goals, with teachers personalizing lessons, challenges, and projects. U.S. academic standards are paired with Finland's mastery-based methods, with adaptive technology and AI-supported learning so students fully understand each topic before moving on. Half of each school day focuses on life skills and future readiness - teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, communication, and resilience - through project-based learning and real-world challenges. Students spend a few focused hours on core academics and still achieve progress. The program supports Hybrid Learning, offering Online-Only, Hybrid (Online + Hub), or Full-Time Hub arrangements to suit family needs.
Exam Results
Academic standards and university readiness are emphasized. U.S. standards are paired with Finland's mastery-based methods to support achieving strong results in less time. Adaptive technology and AI-supported learning help ensure understanding before moving on. Progress is tracked for transparency with families.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Applications are accepted for children aged 5 to 17, with 16 and 17-year-olds eligible for the U.S. or IB program. The school offers both online learning and in-person hubs, including the Lisbon Learning Hub located near NOVA University. 2. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 12 students per grade, ensuring personalized attention. 3. The enrollment process is simple and flexible: fill out the enrollment form and the NYsKOOL team will contact you; you can join NYsKOOL at any time during the school year. 4. Reserve your place today by submitting the enrollment form.
Scholarships
High School Fees include Financial Support & Scholarships; Several scholarship opportunities can reduce high school tuition by up to 20%.
FAQs
Where is NYsKOOL Lisbon located?
The Lisbon Learning Hub is in Campolide, Lisbon, near NOVA University, with green spaces and nearby sports facilities. The hub opened in September 2024 as part of NYsKOOL's global network.
What ages and levels does NYsKOOL Lisbon serve, and what learning options exist?
NYsKOOL Lisbon serves learners aged 5 to 17 across Primary, Middle, and High School. It offers Online-Only, Hybrid (Online + Hub), and Full-Time Hub arrangements to suit families' needs.
What is the curriculum approach at NYsKOOL Lisbon?
NYsKOOL combines U.S. academic standards with Finland's mastery-based methods. Each student follows an Individual Learning Plan built around strengths, pace, and goals, with teachers personalizing lessons and projects.
What are the enrollment and re-enrollment fees, and are there sibling discounts?
Enrollment is €1,000 (15% discount for siblings). Re-enrollment is €750 annually. Sibling discounts also apply to monthly tuition (10% for most attendance options), with enrollment discounts applying separately.
What are the monthly tuition options and any additional charges?
Full-time hub is €900 per month; Part-time hub €750; Online learning €450; Hub-only €600. A hub drop-off fee of €40 per day applies when used, and tuition is billed monthly.
Are there scholarships for high school, and how do they affect tuition?
High School fees can be reduced by up to 20% through scholarships, with terms applying. High School tuition amounts are presented separately from other levels.
How does NYsKOOL Lisbon structure its curriculum (ILP, mastery)?
Each student has an Individual Learning Plan tailored to strengths, pace, and goals. Teachers personalize lessons and projects within a U.S. standards framework and Finland-inspired mastery-based method, using adaptive technology and AI-supported learning.
What assessments are used to track progress and communicate results?
Progress is tracked with MAP Growth assessments and formative, performance-based methods, including self- and collaborative assessments. Feedback is provided to teachers, students, and parents, with no traditional ranking.
What is the class size per grade?
Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 12 students per grade to ensure personalized attention.
What facilities does the Lisbon Learning Hub offer?
The Campolide hub features shared project tables, quiet study areas, a small library, and an energy room, with spaces designed to foster collaboration and focus.
Are daily outdoor time and sports part of the schedule?
Yes. Daily outdoor play and sports are part of every full school day, supporting movement and well-being.
What campus features support learning in Lisbon?
Learning spaces are designed to spark curiosity and collaboration, with access to outdoor spaces and nearby sports facilities; in Lisbon, students also participate in forest school once a week.
What extracurricular activities are available in the Lisbon hub?
Music lessons and Arts & Crafts are offered, along with museum visits, forest school, and various school trips. Families can choose additional activities and trips, which may have extra charges.
How do students collaborate with NYsKOOL peers globally?
Students collaborate virtually with peers from other NYsKOOL hubs worldwide, exchanging projects and learning from different cultures.
Can parents get involved in school life or volunteer?
Yes. Parents can volunteer in classrooms and use an on-site coworking area for a small fee, fostering a close-knit community.
How is wellbeing supported in the Lisbon hub?
The daily routine includes outdoor time and movement, supported by spaces like the energy room to help students stay curious, confident, and happy to learn.
Are language immersion options available at NYsKOOL Lisbon?
The Estoril Learning Hub, part of the Lisbon network, offers English-Portuguese immersion. A bilingual English-Portuguese immersion program is planned to start in Estoril in September 2026.
Is NYsKOOL Lisbon a boarding school?
No. NYsKOOL operates through day Learning Hubs and online provision; there is no boarding programme or boarding fees listed.
How is NYsKOOL governed?
NYsKOOL is a globally distributed hybrid school with online learning and in-person hubs, including Campolide in Lisbon, delivering consistent academics across hubs.
What language options are available in the Lisbon network?
English is used in the core curriculum, and the Estoril hub offers English-Portuguese immersion. Language learning also uses tools like Reading Eggs for English and Duolingo for other languages.
