Oeiras International School vs Redbridge International School - Campo de Ourique Campus

	O Oeiras International School Lisbon, Portugal	R Redbridge International School - Campo de Ourique Campus Lisbon, Portugal
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €14,962 - 24,844	Fees / year €8,600 - 17,900
Age range	Age range 6 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 463	Pupils 550
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language French, English, Portuguese
Opened	Opened 2010	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Oeiras International School is located in Oeiras, Portugal, on land leased from the municipality. Oeiras is about 15 minutes by car from Lisbon and the Lisbon airport.	Location Lisbon, Portugal. Two campuses: Campo de Ourique Campus at Rua Francisco Metrass, Nº 97, 1350-164 Lisboa; Tapada da Ajuda Campus at Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisboa.
Stages	Stages Primary Years Programme (Age 5-11), Middle Years Programme (Age 11-16), Diploma Programme (Age 16-19).	Stages Early Years (3-5 years); CP to CM2 (French International Programme); 6ème to Terminale (French International Programme); 1º Ciclo and 2º Ciclo (Portuguese International Programme); Lower and Upper Secondary (Cambridge International Programme); IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme).
School type	School type Oeiras International School is a non-profit Association (OIS, ASFL) founded by parents and is an International Baccalaureate World School.	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented: 48+.	Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented: 36.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support A learning support programme exists as part of OIS's inclusive IB World School approach. Applicants with severe emotional needs cannot be catered for.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Portugal
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School buses arrive with students between 8:00am and 8:15am. Afternoon buses depart at 4:00pm and 5:30pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The School runs its own bus routes from Cascais, Estoril, Sintra, Parede and the Lisbon area.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Registration Fees - Application fee (one-time, paid at application): €250. - Registration fee (one‑time, payable on enrolment according to the schedule below): amounts vary by year group (see Tuition by year group). The registration charge is non‑refundable. Tuition fees (per term and per year, by year group) - Years 1–4 (Pre‑PYP and PYP 1, 2 & 3): Registration €1,355; Term €4,064; Annual €13,547. - Year 5 (PYP 4): Registration €1,413; Term €4,238; Annual €14,127. - Year 6 (PYP 5): Registration €1,683; Term €5,049; Annual €16,830. - Years 7–9 (MYP 1, 2 & 3): Registration €1,799; Term €5,396; Annual €17,987. - Years 10–11 (MYP 4 & 5): Registration €2,127; Term €6,382; Annual €21,273. - Year 12 (DP 1): Registration €2,171; Term €6,514; Annual €21,713. - Year 13 (DP 2 — two terms only): Registration €2,171; Term €9,771; Annual €21,713. Additional one‑off and recurring fees - Capital levy (one‑time, non‑refundable for new entrants): one new student €5,000; two siblings starting in the same year €7,500; three or more siblings starting in the same year €8,500. Current families enrolling a new student receive a 10% discount on the capital levy. - Annual insurance per student: €20. - Yearbook (per family): €40. - Examination charges: Year 11 IB‑MYP assessment €900 (billed with Term II); Year 13 IB‑DP assessment €900 (billed with Term II). Transport and Meals (charged separately, invoiced per term) - School transportation (invoiced per term): one way €525; two ways €840. - School meals (invoiced per term; price per meal): €6.30 per day (includes soup, salad, a main course, dessert/fruit and a low‑sugar drink). Discounts and fines - Sibling discounts on tuition term fees: second child 5%; third child 15%; fourth child and subsequent children 25%. Annual tuition paid in advance before the posted deadline receives a 2.5% discount (deadline is communicated by the school). Discounts apply only to term fees and are annulled if fees are not paid on schedule. - Fines and charges: damaged or unreturned library books charged at replacement cost plus a 15% surcharge; lost team equipment €100; lost student card €5. Late payments incur legal taxes of 4% and may lead to suspension of services. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are invoiced by term. Payment deadlines: Registration by February 1; Term I by July 1; Term II by December 1; Term III by April 1. Termly fees are payable within 30 days of invoice. Further delay may result in suspension of services and legal late charges. Refunds and withdrawal notice - The registration charge is non‑refundable. Once registration is completed the student is deemed enrolled; if a registered student does not attend, Term I fees remain payable. The school requires one term's written notice to the Principal for withdrawal; without this notice the corresponding term fees remain due. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school. Accepted payment methods and payment details - Bank transfer (details provided by the school; ensure transfers are made net of bank charges and the student's name is given to allocate funds). IBAN and BIC/SWIFT details are used for euro payments. - Payment by check is accepted (payable to Oeiras International School ASFL). Other notes on fees - Application fee is a one‑time mandatory administrative charge for applicants. Capital levy and registration charges are one‑time entry costs and are non‑refundable. Certain exam and event charges are billed with specific term invoices as noted above.	Fee details Tuition fees (School Year 2026/2027) - Early Years (Petite, Moyenne, Grande Sections): EUR 890 per month; EUR 2,967 per term; EUR 8,900 per year. - French/English Pathway – Primary (CP to CM2): EUR 1,082 per month; EUR 3,607 per term; EUR 10,820 per year. - French/English Pathway – Lower Secondary (6ème to 3ème / Years 8–10): EUR 1,236 per month; EUR 4,120 per term; EUR 12,360 per year. - French/English Pathway – Upper Secondary (2nde, 1ère, Terminale / Years 11–13): EUR 1,339 per month; EUR 4,463 per term; EUR 13,390 per year. - Portuguese/English Pathway – 1.º Ciclo (1.º to 4.º ano): EUR 1,082 per month; EUR 3,607 per term; EUR 10,820 per year. - Portuguese/English Pathway – 2.º Ciclo (5.º and 6.º ano): EUR 1,082 per month; EUR 3,607 per term; EUR 10,820 per year. - Cambridge Secondary – Lower Cambridge (Year 8, Year 9): EUR 1,590 per month; EUR 5,300 per term; EUR 15,900 per year. - Cambridge Secondary – Upper Cambridge (Year 10, Year 11): EUR 1,800 per month; EUR 6,000 per term; EUR 18,000 per year. - IBDP (Year 12): EUR 1,800 per month; EUR 6,000 per term; EUR 18,000 per year. Application and enrolment fees - Application fee (paid at application): EUR 200. This fee is mandatory and non-refundable. - Enrolment fee (one-time payment on acceptance): EUR 4,000 for a new student; enrolment fee for second or subsequent child: EUR 1,750. The enrolment fee is mandatory and non-refundable. For new secondary students, a percentage of the enrolment fee is deducted from the first invoice (25% deducted from the first invoice for 6ème to 3ème/Years 8–10; 50% deducted for 2nde/Year 11 onwards). Administration & resource fee - Early Years, Primary years and 2.º Ciclo: EUR 625 per year (mandatory, non-refundable). - Secondary (6ème to Terminale; Year 8 to Year 12): EUR 750 per year (mandatory, non-refundable). School meals and related charges - Early Years: EUR 140 x 10 months (EUR 1,400 per year). Not refundable in case of absence. - Year 1 to Year 4 (CP / 1º ano to CM1 / 4º ano): EUR 150 x 10 months (EUR 1,500 per year). Not refundable in case of absence. - Year 5 and above (CM2 / 5º ano and above): EUR 160 x 10 months (EUR 1,600 per year). Not refundable in case of absence. Other annual fees and charges - Parent association membership (optional): EUR 10 per year (non-refundable). - Annual insurance fee: EUR 30. - Examination fees for external IGCSE/other external exams are not included in tuition and are charged separately. Sibling discounts and special discounts - Enrolment fee for the second child and other subsequent children: 25% discount on enrolment fee (resulting enrolment fee noted above as EUR 1,750 for second/subsequent child). Tuition fee discounts for concurrently enrolled siblings: second child tuition - 5% discount; third child tuition - 15% discount; fourth and subsequent children - 25% discount. Founder-family discounts on Early Years and Primary tuition for qualifying founding years are also recorded. Discounts apply to tuition only and do not apply to additional mandatory fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual payment option: the invoice for annual payment is issued mid-June 2026 for the full amount. A 2% refund (discount) on the yearly tuition is applied if the annual payment is received before 15 July 2026. - Instalment options historically offered and used for invoicing (examples of established practice): monthly payment by direct debit (10 monthly instalments), termly payment (three termly instalments) or annual payment in full. Termly invoices are normally due within 30 days of issue; monthly instalments are collected by direct debit or e-ticket arrangements. All amounts must be received net of bank charges. Specific due dates and allowed instalment plans are set on each year's invoice. - Consequences for late payment historically include interest charges on overdue sums and possible suspension of enrolment; payment deadlines and penalties are stated on invoices and in the school's admissions/terms documents. Refunds and non-refundable items - Application fee: non-refundable. - Enrolment fee: non-refundable in all cases. - Administration & Resource fee: mandatory and non-refundable; payment of this fee is required to secure re-enrolment. - School meals: not refundable in case of absence. - Annual tuition: no general refund for absences; refund rules (if any) and effective dates for withdrawal are specified in the school's terms and are applied per the admissions/terms documents. Early-payment 2% reduction is treated as a discount rather than a refund. Fee payment options (methods commonly used for application, enrolment and tuition invoices) - Bank transfer is the principal method for application and enrolment fee payments and for many termly/annual payments. All payments should be received net of bank charges. - Monthly payments are commonly processed by direct debit or via e-ticket systems (examples: Edenred / Cheque Infancia) for families using monthly instalments. Termly payments can be made by bank transfer, direct debit or e-ticket; annual payments are typically made by bank transfer and/or ticket systems. Historical practice also accepts cheque in some cases. Exact available payment channels for a given year and invoice are stated on that year's invoices and admissions documentation. Notes on mandatory items and inclusions - Administration & Resource fee covers the school's annual manuals, books and resources; parents are responsible for replacement charges for lost or damaged materials beyond normal wear. - Examination fees for external assessments (e.g., IGCSE) are additional to the tuition figures shown above. (Information validated January 2026 for the 2026/2027 tuition schedule and related fees.)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details OIS offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6 to 10 (PYP1 to PYP5), Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16 (MYP1 to MYP5), and Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 17 to 18 (DP1, DP2). The school is an IB World School authorised to offer PYP, MYP and DP. PYP is an inquiry-based learning programme for children aged 6 to 10. MYP builds on prior learning and leads to the MYP certificate. The DP is internationally recognised for university admissions.	Curriculum details The school uses a plurilingual approach from Early Years with instruction in French, Portuguese and English. Primary Years offer two international pathways: French International Programme (French national curriculum) for CP to CM2, and Portuguese International Programme (Portuguese national curriculum) for 1.º to 6.º ano. Secondary School offers two pathways: French International Programme from 6ème to Terminale, delivered in a bilingual French/English setting and leading to Baccalauréat Français International; and the Cambridge International Programme from Year 8 to Year 11, leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Year 12 and 13. Cambridge is used for English language learning throughout the journey. The Campo de Ourique campus serves Early and Primary years, while the Tapada da Ajuda campus serves Secondary education.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 1:6 teacher to student; average class size 16.	Student teacher ratio Ideal-sized learner classes with a student/teacher ratio of 1:6.
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma Results show high achievement. In 2021, 45 DP candidates with a 100% pass rate and an average DP grade of 5.6; OIS average points were 35, compared with a world average of 32.98. In 2020, 29 DP candidates with a 93% pass rate and an average grade of 5.12; OIS average points 32 versus world average 31.3.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates go to universities around the world, including notable destinations in the UK, the USA and other countries such as King's College London, University College London, Imperial College London, Stanford University, University of Chicago, McGill University, University of Toronto and the University of Auckland.	Higher education progression French International Programme leads to Baccalauréat Français International. Cambridge International Programme leads to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 12–13.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented A differentiated enrichment programme includes Forest School, European exchanges, extracurricular activities, sports competitions, sustainable development initiatives and citizenship awareness.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Students aged 5 to 18 may be admitted, with OIS beginning in Year 2 (PYP1) for typically 6-year-olds. The school is over-subscribed in most year groups, so applying early is advised. A placement test assesses cognitive ability and learning style; there is no pass or fail mark, and staff determine whether they can support the student, with the Student Support Department assisting if extra help is needed. Priorities for admission are: first current students, staff and founding/associate members; second siblings of current students; other applicants are considered as space allows; under equal conditions, offers go to the student with the best previous academic record. There is a learning support program, but applications with severe emotional needs cannot be catered for. Documentation and an interview are required. OIS accepts applications throughout the year (Rolling Admissions) if space becomes available. English language requirements vary by grade; a minimum level is advised, fluency is not compulsory for admission to certain year groups, and full proficiency is required for Years 10–13 and will be assessed during admissions. The admissions steps are: register your interest; complete the application form and pay the €250 application fee; schedule placement tests; attend an interview with the programme coordinator; Admissions Committee reviews the application; upon successful completion, upload the required documentation and pay the registration fee to secure the place; if there is no space, the applicant will be placed on the waiting list.	Admissions 1. Register and create a profile. Start the admission process by creating an account. Your information is saved in the school's system for future reference. Create your account using an email address you will access throughout the admission season, as this will be the primary contact with the school. 2. Visit the School. After you have created an account and completed the application form, the admissions team will contact you to schedule a visit. The visit is led by a team member who shows you the facilities and explains the school's pedagogical project, life at school, and admission procedures. Your child should attend the visit; if you are applying from abroad, a virtual call can be arranged. 3. Submit your application. When ready, submit copies of the student's and parents' IDs/passports. Please note that the school's acceptance of the application form does not guarantee a place. Ensure all required documents are uploaded to complete the application. 4. Confirmation of Admission. Admission is determined by the Head of School with input from the relevant academic staff and is confirmed in writing by the Admissions Office. Upon admission, pay the enrolment fee within five working days to secure the place. Data transfer of personal information is part of the process and consent for forwarding of data is required.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers scholarships for outstanding students. Scholarships may be awarded to students who live or study within the Oeiras area who otherwise may not have the opportunity to benefit from an OIS education. Scholarships are awarded on merit by the Scholarship Selection Council and are weighted by need, with partial or full scholarships possible. They cover all yearly registration and fees and required educational activities, with no other discounts applied. Open to students ranked in the top 10% of their year (Year 7 through Year 12) who live or study in the municipality of Oeiras. Ten full scholarships exist, and automatic yearly renewal is based on continued high academic achievement and significant involvement in wider school activities. The online application must be submitted by 14 March at 17:00 and includes: a letter from the applicant's parents in English or Portuguese, a short video in English outlining why they wish to join OIS, the applicant's Curriculum Vitae, reports from the previous three years including grades, three recommendation letters (one from Head Teacher/Principal and two from current teachers), and a declaration from the Head Teacher/Principal that the applicant is ranked in the top 10%. The Scholarship Selection Council is composed of one representative from Câmara Municipal de Oeiras (CMO) and at least three OIS representatives. Submissions deadline for Academic Year 2026/27 is Closed.	Scholarships Redbridge offers a Secondary School Scholarship Programme for new students entering Cambridge International Programme (Year 8–12) or French/English Programme (6ème–Terminale). It provides a reduction of 10% to 100% on fees, with potential coverage for some after-school activities, for one academic year subject to renewal. Applications require completing the Scholarship Application Form and submitting supporting documents such as a teacher reference, school reports, motivation letter from the student, and a guardian letter along with any required financial documents. The Board of Directors makes the final decision; renewal depends on continued academic performance, conduct, participation, and evidence of financial need.
Waitlist	Waitlist If there is no available place, the applicant will be placed on the waiting list.	Waitlist —
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