IPS Cascais British International School

International school Cascais families can consider IPS Cascais British International School in Bicesse, north of Cascais and 25 km from central Lisbon. The school welcomes children from around the world and has grown into an international community of 440 pupils representing more than 40 nationalities.

IPS Cascais offers the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage to Year 9, with Nursery available from age three, followed by Reception. Primary education covers Years 1 to 6, while secondary provision includes Years 7 to 11.

Pupils in Years 7 to 9 prepare for iGCSE study, with the iGCSE programme beginning in Year 10 and examinations taken in Year 11. The school describes its approach as inclusive, stimulating and nurturing, with a broad and balanced curriculum adapted to its international context.

Teaching is designed to support pupils as individuals, while learning extends beyond classroom lessons through a varied programme. A new secondary campus is under development close to the current site.

Years 7 to 10 are already available, and the school states that Year 12 and Year 13, including A Levels, will be offered soon. Applications are accepted throughout the school year, and families can book a visit.