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Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IB (DP)
Taught languages Portuguese, English
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
Escola Eleva is an international school in Barra da Tijuca serving ages 1 to 18. The curriculum blends IEYC for early years, IPC for primary, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for upper years, including a bilingual IBDP option. The campus spans 16,000 m² at Av. José Silva de Azevedo Neto, 309, opposite the Península condominium. Designed by Architect Miguel Pinto Guimarães, the spaces are arranged to stimulate creativity and the pleasure of learning. Maker Spaces with a Media Lab, libraries, and an auditorium support cross-disciplinary projects. Early Childhood Education is housed in a dedicated area of more than 800 m² with parks, balcony classrooms, a Mini Maker workshop, and music and theatre rooms. Sports facilities include three courts, a court society space, an athletics track, and a 640 m² covered gymnasium. The school integrates arts spaces, sports, and contemporary learning environments to support student growth across disciplines.
R. Gen. Severiano, 159 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-040, Brazil
The Essentials
Escola Eleva has 1,200 pupils, instruction in Portuguese, English.
Location
Rio de Janeiro – Barra da Tijuca, Av. José Silva de Azevedo Neto, 309 (opposite the Península condominium), Brazil
Stages
Early Childhood Education; Kindergarten; Lower School; Middle School; High School
Fees
Annual tuition at Escola Eleva ranges from BRL 94,920 to BRL 98,700 for 2026/27.
Overview — academic year 2026
Application / registration fee - No separate application or one-off registration fee is published in the school's public fees table or admissions process for Escola Eleva Barra.
Tuition fees by year group (published options: single annual payment or 12 monthly payments) - K2 (Half day): BRL 61,692 per year or BRL 5,141 per month. - K2 (Full day): BRL 94,920 per year or BRL 7,910 per month. - K3: BRL 94,920 per year or BRL 7,910 per month. - K4: BRL 94,920 per year or BRL 7,910 per month. - K5: BRL 94,920 per year or BRL 7,910 per month. - Grade 1 (G1): BRL 97,140 per year or BRL 8,095 per month. - Grade 2 (G2): BRL 97,464 per year or BRL 8,122 per month. - Grade 3 (G3): BRL 97,464 per year or BRL 8,122 per month. - Grade 4 (G4): BRL 97,464 per year or BRL 8,122 per month. - Grade 5 (G5): BRL 97,464 per year or BRL 8,122 per month. - Grade 6 (G6): BRL 98,376 per year or BRL 8,198 per month. - Grade 7 (G7): BRL 98,376 per year or BRL 8,198 per month. - Grade 8 (G8): BRL 98,700 per year or BRL 8,225 per month. - Grade 9 (G9): BRL 98,700 per year or BRL 8,225 per month. - Grade 10 (G10): BRL 98,700 per year or BRL 8,225 per month. - Grade 11 (G11): BRL 99,240 per year or BRL 8,270 per month. - Grade 12 (G12): BRL 99,240 per year or BRL 8,270 per month.
What those tuition figures include and exclude - The published tuition values for the Barra campus include activities carried out during class time, lunch and morning snack (fruit time), and educational technologies (Edtech). - Uniforms and school supplies are not included in the tuition and must be purchased separately.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes two payment options for tuition: a single annual payment (1x per year) or 12 monthly instalments. - A place reservation requires signing the school's terms and completing payment of the invoice issued by the school as part of the enrolment process. - Specific due dates for invoices, discount schemes, penalties for late payment and detailed contractual payment terms are not listed in the public fees table or the admissions overview.
Boarding / residential provision - Boarding or residential accommodation is not offered for the Barra campus; the school operates as a full‑time day bilingual school.
Other costs and optional extras - Uniform and school supplies: compulsory uniform and uniform handbooks are specified; uniform items must be purchased separately. - Lunch and morning snack: included in the published tuition for the Barra campus. - After‑school activities and certain additional programmes (for example extracurricular classes and some optional camps/exchanges) may incur extra charges; specific prices for optional activities are not published in the public fees table.
Refunds and cancellation - The public admissions and fees information for the Barra campus does not publish a detailed refund or cancellation policy tied to tuition or enrolment payments; the enrolment step requires signing terms and paying the invoice. Parents are required to consult the school's contractual terms at enrolment for any refund or cancellation rules.
Fee payment options - The publicly available fees and admissions pages list payment by invoice and the two published billing schedules (annual or 12 monthly instalments). No specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, boleto, PIX or direct debit) are published in the public fees table or admissions overview.
Contacts for billing and admissions - Admissions and billing queries for Barra are handled by the campus admissions team; contact details for admissions are published for direct enquiries.
If you require these figures formatted differently for a database, they are provided above as BRL amounts with both annual and 12‑month options exactly as published.
Academics
Escola Eleva teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), including a bilingual IBDP.
Exam Results
Barra da Tijuca: 33 students; Average Point Score 100%; Earned Bilingual IBDP. Urca: 33 students; Average Point Score 100%; Earned Bilingual IBDP.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Complete the Enquiry Form to register interest. Apply at Escola Eleva Barra da Tijuca or at the other campuses listed: Botafogo, Brasília, Recife, Urca, and São Paulo. This starts the admissions process for Escola Eleva. 2. Attend a Pedagogical Presentation and Tour of the school. Applicants are invited to attend a meeting at the school where only parents and guardians meet with faculty members; prospective students may visit at a later date. The presentation provides information about the program and learning environment. 3. Admission Evaluation. For candidates who wish to join Grades 4 to 12, an admission evaluation is conducted. It assesses readiness and fit for the program. 4. Place Reservation. Parents/guardians sign the school's terms and conditions and complete payment of the invoice. This reserves a place in the intake. The next step is enrollment. 5. Enrollment. Enrollment Process Begins.
Scholarships
The Nsouli Scholars Programme is a global initiative that enables 50 extraordinary students at any one time to attend Inspired schools on a full scholarship for the duration of their education. The initiative aims to expand the community and empower children from diverse backgrounds with opportunities in academics, sports, the arts and extracurricular activities. Several scholarships are awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin in recognition of Nadim Nsouli's heritage and Inspired's commitment to inclusivity.
FAQs
What curriculum does Escola Eleva follow?
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), including a bilingual IBDP.
What age range does Escola Eleva serve?
Escola Eleva serves students from age 1 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 94920 to 98700.
How many students attend Escola Eleva?
Approximately 1200 students.
Where is Escola Eleva located?
Rio de Janeiro – Barra da Tijuca, Av. José Silva de Azevedo Neto, 309 (opposite the Península condominium), Brazil
Does Escola Eleva have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for Escola Eleva.
Does Escola Eleva offer learning support?
No published learning support or SEN provision was found. Families should contact Escola Eleva directly.
What languages are used for instruction?
Portuguese and English are taught. Language Arts lessons and Portuguese classes are provided. 40-80% of classes are taught in English, depending on grade. The curriculum includes IEYC, IPC and IB.
What is the admissions process?
1. Complete the Enquiry Form to register interest. Apply at Escola Eleva Barra da Tijuca or at the other campuses listed: Botafogo, Brasília, Recife, Urca, and São Paulo. This starts the admissions process for Escola Eleva. 2. Attend a Pedagogical Presentation and Tour of the school. Applicants are
What facilities does Escola Eleva have?
The Barra da Tijuca campus occupies 16,000 m² at Av. José Silva de Azevedo Neto, 309, opposite the Península condominium. Spaces were designed by Architect Miguel Pinto Guimarães to stimulate creativity and the pleasure of learning, following global trends in education. Maker Spaces with a Media Lab
What extracurricular activities are available?
Music and theatre rooms; Maker Spaces with a Media Lab, libraries and an auditorium support creative learning.
