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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Escola Castanheiras is a private day school in Alphaville–Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba, SP, Brazil, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school combines an inquiry-based PYP for the younger years with a BNCC-aligned Fundamental II (grades 6–8) and English taught weekly, plus Spanish, supported by the GOA framework to foster self-directed learning. In Ensino Médio, the IB Diploma Programme is available as an option, in a trilingual Portuguese/English/Spanish setting, reinforcing knowledge handling and critical thinking. Castanheiras emphasizes internationalization through expanded English instruction, language study, and global-minded curricula. Facilities include 32 technology-equipped classrooms, a library, multi-purpose laboratories, maker spaces, and open, airy learning spaces guided by knowledge scenography. Sports and arts facilities feature an arena, gym, climbing wall, theatre and dance rooms, and a maker space. The school is a Google Reference School since 2022 and hosts diverse arts, culture, and technology activities globally.
Alameda Castanheiras, 250 - Res. Tambore III, Santana de Parnaíba - SP, 06543-510, Brazil
The Essentials
Escola Castanheiras has 750 pupils, instruction in Portuguese, English, Spanish.
Location
The school is located at Al. Castanheiras, 250, Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba, SP, Brazil. It is in Alphaville/Tamboré, a suburban area of Santana de Parnaíba. The contact number is (11) 4152-4600 and the email is castanheiras@escolacastanheiras.com.br. A map is available via Google Maps.
Stages
Cycle 1 – 1st to 3rd year; Cycle 2 – 4th to 7th year; Cycle 3 – 8th to 3rd year of Ensino Médio. The school offers Primary, Middle, and High School levels, with expanded English instruction, Spanish language study, and IB Diploma Programme as a possibility.
Type
Private day school
Additional learning support
Pedagogical support and recovery are provided. Differentiated activities in small groups support learning, and GOA (Gestão e Organização da Aprendizagem) develops learning-to-learn skills.
Country affiliation
Brazil
School day structure
Class schedule: 1st–5th years run from 8:00 to 15:10, Monday to Thursday; on Fridays, 8:00 to 12:30. Lunches are provided by Bedin and eaten in the school cafeteria; families may eat in the cafeteria only on Fridays. For younger grades, lunch options include bringing lunch from home or using the Lancheira Castanheiras; the school uses a biometric/cracha system for entry and lunch purchases.
Bus service
Bus service is not provided by the school. Transport is arranged by families, who must inform the Secretariat of the transport details and changes in writing.
Fees
Annual tuition at Escola Castanheiras ranges from BRL 8,547 to BRL 14,088 for 2026/27.
Application fees - No publicly posted value for an application, reservation, pre‑matrícula, or matrícula fee was found on the school's public admissions materials. Admissions are handled through the school's online inquiry/matrícula form and admissions portal, but no specific fee amounts are displayed.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - The school does not publish a public schedule of tuition amounts by year group, nor per‑term or per‑year breakdowns for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years in its publicly accessible pages. No specific tuition figures for any grade (Infantil, Fundamental I, Fundamental II, Ensino Médio) were available on the school's public pages.
Billing schedule and payment terms - There is no publicly posted table of billing schedules, number of installments, due dates, or contractual payment terms available on the school's public pages. The school references a family/administration area and a rematrícula system (Sistema GDS) and a student/parent portal where administrative items are managed, which indicates billing and re‑enrollment processes are handled through those systems, but specific billing calendars and payment term details are not published publicly.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - The school operates as a day school at its Alphaville (Tamboré) address; there is no indication of boarding or residential accommodation and therefore no boarding fees are published.
Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, activities, materials, transport) - No publicly posted price list for uniforms, meal plans, extracurricular activities, mandatory materials, or transport was found on the school's publicly accessible pages. The school provides menus and references services for families, but no fixed fee amounts for these items are published publicly.
Refund information - There is no publicly available, detailed refund or cancellation policy (for application fees, matrícula, or tuition) on the school's public pages. General consumer protection rules applicable in Brazil require that pre‑payments integrated into the annual tuition be treated according to consumer law, but no school‑specific refund terms were published.
Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, boleto, etc.) - The school's public pages list administrative systems (Portal do aluno, Sistema GDS) and contact channels but do not publish accepted payment methods or banking details on publicly accessible pages. No explicit list of payment options (credit card, bank transfer, boleto bancário, PIX, etc.) was posted publicly.
Summary statement for parents - As of March 18, 2026, the school's publicly accessible pages do not include a fee schedule or numeric values for application, tuition, uniform, boarding (not applicable), meal, activity, refund, or payment‑method details. Administrative and billing functions are referenced as handled through the school's parent/student systems and rematrícula processes, but no itemized fee amounts or formal billing calendar are available on those public pages.
Academics
Escola Castanheiras teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP).
Curriculum
The school integrates the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) into the curriculum. The PYP is an international, inquiry-based program for the early years that unites mathematics, languages, sciences, arts, history and geography around big ideas and real-world problems, promotes interdisciplinary learning, and fosters global citizenship and IB Learner Profile attributes. Fundamental II (6th–8th grade) follows a BNCC-aligned curriculum with English taught in five weekly classes and Spanish as well, and includes the GOA (Gestão e Organização da Aprendizagem) to support self-directed learning. The 6th–8th grade cycle emphasizes interdisciplinarity aligned with BNCC, including Mathematics, Portuguese, Humanities, Natural Sciences, English and Spanish, and uses Learning Lab environments as a 'third teacher' to support deep, interconnected learning. In Ensino Médio (high school), the IB Diploma Programme is offered as an option to complement the curriculum; it is a trilingual program (Portuguese/English/Spanish) lasting four semesters and emphasizes developing knowledge-handling and critical thinking. The IB Diploma Programme is globally recognized for its quality and for opening doors to universities worldwide. The program is part of the school's internationalization approach, which includes expanded English instruction, Spanish language study and the IB Diploma Programme. Extracurricular activities broaden horizons, including sports, games, circus, art, culture and technology, with spaces such as arena, gym, climbing wall, theatre and dance rooms, and a maker space to support projects. The school is a Google Reference School since 2022, recognizing technology-enabled, active learning and staff certification as Google Level 1 and Level 2 specialists.
Higher Education Progression
The IB Diploma Programme is globally recognized for its quality of education and for opening doors to universities worldwide, supporting students in university admissions both in Brazil and abroad.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Choice and Voice Education centers on encounters with ideas, differences, dreams, and questions, in a safe space to dare, take risks, err, discover, and prototype. Choice represents the freedom to make responsible, meaningful decisions; from the early years, experiences cultivate curiosity, dialogue, and intentional choices. Voice is about authenticity and expression, trusting every idea has value and that learning gains purpose when we position ourselves in the world. We believe in critical thinking, genuine questioning, and, above all, diversity; we respect rhythms and celebrate differences, helping each student develop autonomy, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Education is freedom, not conforming to a script; it prepares individuals to contribute meaningfully to society. It is an integral education that enhances the life projects of students, combining Brazilian and international dimensions.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Expanded English language instruction, Spanish is offered, and the IB Diploma Programme is available. Internationalization and language learning go beyond basic communication, enabling students to access information, connect with people from different backgrounds and cultures, and broaden future academic and professional opportunities.
Mental Wellbeing
Physical education is central to holistic development, treating body movement as a universal language. This approach goes beyond promoting a healthy, active life, enabling students to develop physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional skills in an integrated way. Students engage in sports, dances, and dynamics, progressing through grades and deepening activities such as athletics. They explore their bodies, understand capacities and limits, and develop motor skills like coordination, balance, and flexibility, supporting daily activities and sports. The program strengthens the mind-body connection, improving concentration, memory, and learning, while fostering teamwork, communication, and leadership essential for social life.
Safeguarding
The School Guardian is the system used to control student entry and exit, allowing guardians to authorize third-party pickups and ensuring greater safety in the school environment. Fire safety training is a key preventive measure to guarantee a safe environment. Training for educators, conducted in partnership with Sharror, enhances safety and promotes a culture of security and protection, with active involvement of families in safety initiatives.
FAQs
What curriculum does Escola Castanheiras follow?
The school integrates the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) into the curriculum. The PYP is an international, inquiry-based program for the early years that unites mathematics, languages, sciences, arts, history and geography around big ideas and real-world problems, promotes interdisciplinary learni
What age range does Escola Castanheiras serve?
Escola Castanheiras serves students from age 6 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 8547 to 14088.
How many students attend Escola Castanheiras?
Approximately 750 students.
Where is Escola Castanheiras located?
The school is located at Al. Castanheiras, 250, Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba, SP, Brazil. It is in Alphaville/Tamboré, a suburban area of Santana de Parnaíba. The contact number is (11) 4152-4600 and the email is castanheiras@escolacastanheiras.com.b
Does Escola Castanheiras have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for Escola Castanheiras.
Does Escola Castanheiras offer learning support?
Pedagogical support and recovery are provided. Differentiated activities in small groups support learning, and GOA (Gestão e Organização da Aprendizagem) develops learning-to-learn skills.
What languages are used for instruction?
Portuguese is developed through the curriculum as the primary language of study, and English and Spanish are offered as additional languages. The English language component is expanded, and cultural immersion experiences are part of the program. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme as part of
What facilities does Escola Castanheiras have?
32 spacious classrooms are equipped with computers, digital whiteboards, wireless connectivity, and the technology infrastructure necessary for the best use of lessons. Additional spaces complement classroom work, including a large wooden play structure, a library, a multipurpose laboratory, and mak
What extracurricular activities are available?
Arts and creativity are integrated through activities in leisure and art, with personal and group projects, workshops, and interdisciplinary work, including opportunities for artistic expression. The school emphasizes experiential and project-based learning that weaves creativity into multiple subje
When was Escola Castanheiras established?
Escola Castanheiras was established in 2005.
What is the school community like?
The Encontro de Arte, Ciência e Tecnologia shares student work across knowledge areas with the community, involving collective displays or grade- or class-specific gatherings where students can exhibi
What are the university pathways?
The IB Diploma Programme is globally recognized for its quality of education and for opening doors to universities worldwide, supporting students in university admissions both in Brazil and abroad.
