Most popular international schools in Brasilia

American School of Brasilia (EAB) is an independent, non‑profit day school offering preschool through Grade 12 education. It provides three diplomas: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, American High School Diploma, and Brazilian High School Diploma. As an IB World School and CIS‑accredited institution, it is authorized by Secretary of Education of the Federal District. The school uses a differentiated learning model to meet diverse learner needs and hosts an international community representing 48 nationalities, with over 680 students. Campus facilities include iCommons learning spaces, a library with print and digital resources, Escola Gourmet meals. The Athletics program features a gym and outdoor spaces, while Arts offerings include IB Visual Arts, Film, Theatre, General Music, Band, and Choir. After‑school options include Club EAB and Upper School clubs; weekend STEAM robotics; and service and leadership programs such as EduArtes, EAB Goes Green, NHS/NJHS, and TEDx EAB Youth. The IB Diploma average is 36.

The British School of Brasilia, located in Lago Sul, is a British international day school for ages 2 to 18. It follows the English National Curriculum and offers Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. The school is affiliated with The British Schools Foundation (BSF), a UK-registered nonprofit organization. The campus spans almost 16,000 square metres and features modern learning spaces, a library, an auditorium and specialist facilities that meet English National Curriculum standards. The curriculum begins with ENC as a starting point and extends through an Integrated Curriculum with a mentoring programme and pupil choice within study, building strong foundations in English, Maths, Portuguese and Science. Examinations begin from Year 10, providing a pathway to universities worldwide. The school emphasizes proficiency in both English and Portuguese within a global context that includes sports, music and arts. The campus also includes a Forest School area, outdoor play spaces, a heated swimming pool, an athletics track, and a well-resourced library with English and Portuguese literature and access to two exclusive websites for literature.

Brasilia International School (BIS) is an international Christian school founded in 1998 to serve international community. It offers a North American education delivered in English, blending the American Educators Reach Out standards with Biblical worldview integration. The elementary program (Pre-K to Grade 6) provides English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Music, Physical Education, and Art, emphasizing group learning, STEM projects, and Kingdom Seekers social-emotional learning. In secondary Grades 7–12, BIS emphasizes individualized guidance, course selection, and college preparation, with access to online NorthStar Academy courses that include AP and Dual Enrollment, enabling students to earn college credit while still in high school and graduate with an American diploma. The school is non-denominational and a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS). BIS supports intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual development in a safe, structured environment, preparing graduates for study in the United States, Canada, England, and beyond.

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.

Located in Brasília, Lycée Français François Mitterrand is part of the AEFE network and follows the French national curriculum adapted for a multicultural environment. From age three, students study French and Portuguese, with English and Spanish offered as foreign languages, preparing them to sit the baccalaureate and pursue higher education in France, Brazil, and beyond. The school relocated to a purpose‑built campus in 2016 to accommodate up to 800 students, with facilities designed for general and extracurricular learning, language development, and inclusive education. A wide range of clubs and activities complements the core program, including a 3D Printer Project, Cambridge and DELE language preparation, and a dynamic AMA program supporting intellectual and personal growth. Students benefit from arts, sports, and cultural experiences, such as Circus, Music, Theatre, French Cine-club, English and Japanese language clubs, and various athletic offerings. The school emphasizes equal opportunity, critical thinking, and autonomy to foster citizens.