Escola Internacional de Alphaville vs Pan American Christian Academy

	E Escola Internacional de Alphaville Sao Paulo, Brazil	P Pan American Christian Academy Sao Paulo, Brazil
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year R$60,000 - 106,676	Fees / year R$77,964 - 101,200
Age range	Age range 1 - 17 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 710	Pupils 340
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 10
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Portuguese	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1960
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Alphaville, Barueri, São Paulo, Brazil. The campus address is Av. Copacabana, 624, Empresarial 18 do Forte, Barueri, SP 06472-001. The campus is nestled in Alphaville, a vibrant community with parks, green spaces, and nearby cultural attractions.	Location The PACA campus is located at Rua Cassio de Campos Nogueira, 393, São Paulo, SP 04829-310, Brazil. It is in the city of São Paulo, in the southern region of the city, serving Christian, bilingual, and international families. Preschool through High School programs are offered on this campus, with English as the primary language of instruction.
Stages	Stages Early Years (Ages 1-5); Primary Years Programme (Ages 6-10); Middle Years Programme (Ages 11-14); High School (Ages 15-17)	Stages Preschool; Elementary; Middle School; High School.
School type	School type IB World School with bilingual curriculum	School type Non-denominational Christian international day school with a dual American and Brazilian curriculum.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Four nationalities are represented. The most common nationality is Brazilian (45%). Local to international ratio is 45% local to 55% international (North American 20%, Korean 20%, 15% other). Approximately 370 students are enrolled, with about 180 in PreK–5 and 190 in 6–12.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support A learning lab provides support for students with learning differences.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Brazil	Country affiliation American + Brazilian dual curriculum.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Christian.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure The school day runs from 8:00 am to 3:25 pm; the calendar runs from August to June.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & registration fees - Application and registration items are included in the school's online fee calculator under the labels "Application" and "Registration." Specific published amounts for application and registration are not shown on the public fee pages; these items are applied at the point of offer/enrolment. Tuition fees by year group (published payment amount and annual equivalent) - Kids (Ages 1–5) - Kids 1–3: Payment shown as R$ 6,039.94 (per month as presented on the tuition page). Food (snacks and lunch) listed separately at R$ 431.72. Annual equivalent (calculated from published payment values and shown by independent fee summary) is approximately R$ 60,400. - Kids 4–5: Payment shown as R$ 7,694.68 (per month). Food (snacks and lunch) listed separately at R$ 1,331.88. Annual equivalent (based on published payment values) is approximately R$ 76,947. - Juniors (Ages 6–10) - Juniors 1–5: Payment shown as R$ 8,253.12 (per month). Food (snack and lunch) listed separately at R$ 1,331.88. Annual equivalent (based on published payment values) is approximately R$ 82,531. - Teens (Ages 11–14) - Teens 6–9: Payment shown as R$ 8,567.49 (per month). Food (snack and lunch) listed separately at R$ 1,331.88. Annual equivalent (based on published payment values) is approximately R$ 85,675. - High School (Ages 15–17) - High School 1–3: Payment shown as R$ 8,567.49 (per month). Food (snack and lunch) listed separately at R$ 1,331.88. Annual equivalent (based on published payment values) is approximately R$ 85,675. Notes on the tuition figures above: the tuition page presents a "Payment" amount for each year-group; the site also provides a material-fee breakdown and external fee summaries show annual totals consistent with the published monthly payments. Material / consumable fees - Material fees are charged separately and are shown as 6 installments with amounts by year group: - Kids 1–3: 6 x R$ 345.82 - Kids 4–5: 6 x R$ 414.24 - Juniors 1–2: 6 x R$ 359.52 - Juniors 3–5: 6 x R$ 391.75 - Teens 6–9: 6 x R$ 316.43 - High School 1: 6 x R$ 698.18 - High School 2 (BNCC): 6 x R$ 827.30 - High School 2 (IB): 6 x R$ 791.84 - High School 3 (BNCC): 6 x R$ 720.82 - High School 3 (IB): 6 x R$ 782.69. Food / catering charges - Food is charged in addition to the payment amount and is shown by year group: - Kids 1–3: R$ 431.72 (snacks and lunch) - Kids 4–5, Juniors, Teens and High School: R$ 1,331.88 (snacks and lunch). Billing schedule and payment terms - The tuition page presents a recurring "Payment" amount for each year group; the site also displays material fees as 6 installments. The published payment figures are shown as monthly values on the tuition page; independent fee summaries list matching annual totals consistent with those monthly values. Specific contractual billing terms (number of tuition instalments accepted, exact due dates, late-payment charges, and whether tuition is billed over 10, 11 or 12 instalments) are not published on the public fee pages. Sibling discount - A 20% sibling discount is offered from Kids through High School. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as a provision for this school; the published information and programme descriptions present day-school schedules and hours rather than any residential/boarding provision. Therefore, boarding fees are not applicable. Other costs and optional extras - After-school activities and mini-club options exist and are charged separately (specific activity prices are listed on the school's extracurricular/after-school service pages, not in the main tuition table). Food and material fees (listed above) are additional to tuition. Uniform information is provided to families at enrolment; uniform prices are not published on the tuition page. Transport, specialised trips, international programme fees, and specific extracurricular fees (where applicable) are shown as additional-cost items elsewhere on the school's communications and are not detailed in the main tuition page. Refund and cancellation - A public refund or cancellation policy (for example rules on refund of tuition, registration fee refunds, or conditions for cancelling a place) is not published on the tuition page or in the school's publicly listed downloads/policies section. Parents should note that explicit refund details are not present in the public fee material. Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (for example acceptance of boleto bancário, PIX, bank transfer, credit card or recurrent card payments) are not listed on the public tuition page. The tuition page shows how fees and additional items are structured but does not publish the payment channels or the contractual billing mechanics. Summary of published items and gaps - Published and verifiable: the school's 2026 tuition page lists the per‑year‑group "Payment" amounts (the figures above), the separate food charges, the material‑fee instalments, and a 20% sibling discount. - Not published (no explicit amounts found on the public pages): the exact application fee amount, the registration (matrícula) amount shown at time of enrolment, the school's formal billing schedule (contractual number of tuition instalments and due dates), specific payment methods accepted, uniform prices, and a published refund/cancellation policy. The school's admission pages indicate families receive detailed fee and uniform information during admissions, and a downloadable policy area exists but does not publish those specific financial terms publicly. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application & Entrance Fees - Entrance Evaluation Fee: BRL 350.00 (due on the day scheduled for the entrance evaluation; non‑refundable). - Grade placement / testing materials fee (charged for evaluation services at application): BRL 250.00 (non‑refundable). Tuition — New Student Rates (July 2025 – June 2026) PK & Elementary (Pre‑K1 – Grade 5) - Initial payment (on acceptance): BRL 9,775.00. - Remaining payments: 11 monthly payments of BRL 6,199.00. - Total annual tuition (sum): BRL 77,964.00. Middle School (Grades 6–8) - Initial payment (on acceptance): BRL 9,960.00. - Remaining payments: 11 monthly payments of BRL 6,916.00. - Total annual tuition (sum): BRL 86,036.00. High School (Grades 9–11) - Initial payment (on acceptance): BRL 10,075.00. - Remaining payments: 11 monthly payments of BRL 8,031.00. - Total annual tuition (sum): BRL 98,416.00. High School (Grade 12) - Initial payment (on acceptance): BRL 10,318.00. - Remaining payments: 11 monthly payments of BRL 8,262.00. - Total annual tuition (sum): BRL 101,200.00. Corporate (Company‑Sponsored) Rates (July 2025 – June 2026) Preschool & Elementary (Pre‑K1 – Grade 5) — corporate rate - Initial payment: BRL 29,246.00. - Remaining payments: 11 monthly payments of BRL 11,913.00. - Total annual tuition (sum): BRL 160,289.00. Secondary School (Grades 6–12) — corporate rate - Initial payment: BRL 30,712.00. - Remaining payments: 11 monthly payments of BRL 13,381.00. - Total annual tuition (sum): BRL 177,903.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - School year and due dates: The PACA school year starts July 1. Tuition invoices (boleto) are issued in advance and are payable at the bank by the 5th of each month. New students enrolling during the year are responsible for the tuition of the current month and for previous months of the current semester. Tuition costs include book fees and academic & technological fees. - Payment frequency options: Tuition may be paid monthly, per semester, or in a single annual payment. New students pay an initial enrollment payment followed by 11 monthly payments; returning students may divide annual tuition into 12 consecutive monthly payments. - Invoicing: Tuition invoices (boletos) are emailed to parents five days before the due date. All fees must be paid by the due date at the bank; daily late fees apply to overdue payments. Boarding (residential) fees - Not applicable: PACA operates as a day school and does not offer boarding; no boarding fees apply. Other mandatory and optional costs - Meal plans (optional): - Individual meal (per day): BRL 40.00. - Pre‑K – Grade 5 semester plan: BRL 2,800.00 (or 5 monthly payments of BRL 560.00). - Grades 6–12 semester plan: BRL 3,000.00 (or 5 monthly payments of BRL 600.00). - Early examination fee (for exams taken before scheduled dates): BRL 200.00 per exam. - Early departure fee (K–8 students leaving more than 10 school days before semester end): BRL 200.00. - Graduation fee (seniors): a monthly charge (July–June) is added to the tuition bill to cover graduation‑related expenses; the amount is billed on the tuition statement. - AP / PSAT / standardized testing fees: Advanced Placement (AP) and PSAT exam fees are charged in USD; equivalent BRL amounts will be added to the student's tuition bill. - Field trips and tournaments: Costs for field trips and interschool tournaments are passed to parents and added to the student's tuition bill when applicable; parents will be informed in advance. - School uniform: School uniforms are mandatory; purchases are arranged through the school's approved uniform supplier (contact via the listed WhatsApp number). - Transportation: School transportation is provided by third‑party contractors and is paid separately. For corporate plans, meal plan and transportation may be included (optional); otherwise transportation costs are obtained directly from the service providers. Contact information for transport providers is used to arrange service. - Transcripts: A second copy of the transcript costs BRL 100.00. Refunds and withdrawal rules - No reimbursement is made for tuition paid for the month in which a student withdraws. If tuition has been paid in advance, a refund will be issued for unused full months following the student's withdrawal. New students who withdraw before completing the registration process receive an 80% refund of the initial payment. Parents must notify the school office in writing at least 15 days prior to the official withdrawal date and complete the withdrawal form; official school documents are issued within 30 days following withdrawal. Fee payment options - Boleto (bank payment): Tuition invoices are issued as boletos and are payable at the bank by the 5th of the month. - Credit card (on‑site): Individual meals and other small items may be paid by credit card at the school reception; meal charges may alternatively be added to the tuition bill.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school has an International Baccalaureate bilingual curriculum across Primary Years, Middle Years, and the IB Diploma Programme.	Curriculum details The school offers a dual American and Brazilian curriculum with English as the primary language of instruction. Portuguese is taught as a first language and as a foreign language. The curriculum is biblically integrated across subjects, including Language Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Bible, Physical Education, Technology, and Fine Arts; Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered to support college preparation.
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Exam results	Exam results In 2024, the IB average was 31 points, 92% university acceptance, and top ENEM Redação scores.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Life and career pathways provide personalised guidance for university and career choices, with specialist guidance, industry connections, and exclusive scholarships to study with renowned institutions. In High School, the IB Diploma is pursued alongside the Brazilian BNCC curriculum to prepare students for top universities in Brazil and around the world.	Higher education progression 80% of graduates attend universities in North America (e.g., Duke, Cornell, Notre Dame, NYU, Wheaton, Biola) and 20% attend universities in Brazil (e.g., Insper, Mackenzie, FGV, USP, Einstein Medicina).
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Initial inquiry: Reach out to the Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask initial questions. The digital brochure and fee information are sent to provide a quick, comprehensive overview of the school. 2. Visit us: Book a tour to experience Escola Internacional de Alphaville. Meet the team, explore the spaces, and learn about the loving, bilingual, innovative, and unique community. 3. Join an experience session: After the visit, the child can attend an experience day in the vibrant learning environment. The day helps them feel at home while the team learns how to best support their growth with care and purpose. 4. Meet and greet: Meet with the Coordinating Team to discuss the child's experience, answer questions, and guide the family through the next steps of the educational journey at Escola Internacional de Alphaville. 5. Offer and acceptance: After the child's place is confirmed, the Admissions Team ensures a smooth enrolment process—from gathering documents to final registration—welcoming the family at every step. 6. Welcome to Escola Internacional de Alphaville: Before the first day, families receive all the key details to help students start school with confidence and excitement, including information on uniforms, timetables, and orientation.	Admissions 1. The admissions process is designed to be clear, caring, and family-friendly. The Admissions Office reviews academic records, language proficiency, social-emotional development, teacher recommendations, and the family's commitment to the educational journey. Most families participate in an interview to discuss curriculum, expectations, and school fit. 2. Assessments & Interviews: Applicants for 1st grade through High School complete an entrance assessment in English and Mathematics. Preschool and Kindergarten candidates participate in a developmental interview. If space is available after an application is received, the admissions team schedules the assessment. Space is limited and multiple candidates may be assessed together during high-demand periods. 3. Age Requirements: Pre-K1 is 3 years old by August 31; Pre-K2 is 4 by August 31; Kindergarten is 5 by August 31. 4. Important Application Dates: For August entry, submit applications by March 1; for January entry, submit applications by October 1. Space is limited and all required documents should be submitted by the deadline. 5. Application Steps and Documents: To apply, families submit a completed Student Application Form along with the required documents. If applying from outside Brazil, email the completed Student Application Form and attach the photo, birth certificate, passport or Brazilian ID, a letter of recommendation, and school records from the past two years. If applying from Brazil, include the same items plus Declaração de Escolaridade. Official transcripts from the two previous years are required for transfer consideration; homeschool or alternative programs require curriculum documentation. Final admissions decisions are made after space is available, assessment results, and a review of materials. 6. Transfer Students and Homeschoolers: PACA accepts credits from accredited high schools. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution before credit can be granted, and copies should be presented at enrollment. Applications from U.S. homeschooling families are welcome; provide curriculum documentation and assessment results. 7. Next Steps: If space exists, PACA will contact families to schedule the entrance assessment or interview. After reviewing assessment results and application materials, families meeting academic and English proficiency requirements are invited to a family interview with school administration. Final admissions decisions are confirmed once all requirements are met.
Scholarships	Scholarships Exclusive scholarships provide opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions, supporting life and career pathways.	Scholarships Limited financial aid and scholarships are available for students who have been enrolled for more than 12 months. Assistance is awarded based on demonstrated need and a formal application. Financial aid and scholarships are awarded to current families who are in good financial standing, need financial assistance, and whose children contribute to the welfare of the school.
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