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Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary
Introduction
Escola Gurilândia is a bilingual international school in Salvador, Bahia, with two campuses serving ages 1 to 11. Inspired Education Group offers IB Continuum anchored by the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside a bespoke Brazilian curriculum. The school blends national standards with the PYP, incorporating Singapore Mathematics and Reading and Writing Workshops from Columbia University, plus emotional intelligence classes and a focus on 21st‑century skills. The PYP certification, earned in 2014, made Gurilândia first school in Northeast to offer the programme. A Land School founded in 2019 ensures seamless progression through year 5. In 2020 Gurilândia joined Eleva Global Schools and, in 2021, opened second campus in Pituba; in 2022 it joined Inspired, linking to a network of premium schools. Facilities on the Federação and Pituba campuses support academic, athletic, technological and artistic development. Extracurriculars include capoeira, judo, swimming, arts, programming and scouting, with competition opportunities through Inspired worldwide.
Av. Cardeal da Silva, 1451 - Federação, Salvador - BA, 40231-250, Brazil
The Essentials
Escola Gurilândia has instruction in English, Portuguese.
Location
Gurilândia International School operates in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, with two bilingual campuses: Gurilândia Federação and Gurilândia Pituba. The Federação campus is located at Av. Cardeal da Silva 1451, Salvador, BA 40231-250. The Pituba campus is located at Rua Miguel Navarro Y Cañizares 11, Salvador, BA 41810-215. Gurilândia is a member of Inspired Education.
Stages
Early Years (Group 1 to 5; ages 1–5) and Elementary (1st to 5th grade; ages 6–11). Upon completing the 5th grade, students transfer directly to Land School to continue with both IB and Brazilian curricula.
Type
Bilingual international school offering the IB Continuum; two campuses in Salvador, Bahia. Inspired Education member.
Country affiliation
Brazil
Fees
Annual tuition at Escola Gurilândia ranges from up to BRL 38 for 2026/27.
Application / Reservation Fee - The admissions process requires payment of a reservation fee (taxa de reserva) after the family interview; this payment is made through a payment link supplied by the school.
Tuition fees by year group (per month / typical annual pattern) - Tuition is charged by series/age and varies by unit and year; the school does not publish a single public table on its pages. Available local reports list sample monthly amounts reported in recent years: for example, BRL 5,438 per month was reported for Gurilândia in late 2023 (for the 2024 year) and more recent reporting listed monthly fees up to BRL 4,577 for the following year. These published figures show that monthly tuition varies by year group and may be adjusted annually.
Per-term / per-year breakdown and how billing typically works - Enrollment requires signing the contract and payment of the first monthly tuition at completion of admission. The school uses a standard monthly tuition billing cadence (monthly installments) rather than a single annual lump sum for routine tuition billing; the first monthly payment is required to finalise admission.
Discounts and special pricing - The school offers targeted discounts for qualifying families: for example, an institutional 20% discount for new Early Years (afternoon shift) students via specified partner associations is stated. Discount eligibility is specific to the affiliation and the stage.
Boarding / Residence - Gurilândia operates two day-school campuses (Federação and Pituba) and the published school information and campus descriptions do not indicate boarding or residential provision; no separate boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and typical additional fees - Meals: daily cafeteria buffet lunches are available on a paid-credit system (families load credit onto a student account/card); the buffet lunch is charged separately from tuition. - Extracurricular activities and after‑school programs are offered and are managed as separate activities; program brochures for each campus indicate that some activities may carry additional fees. - Uniforms, school materials, school trips and some specialist workshops are commonly charged in addition to tuition at similar schools; Gurilândia's extracurricular brochures and campus materials indicate separate activity fees and meal charges, while no single public price list for uniforms or materials is posted in the pages reviewed.
Refunds and cancellations - The school's admissions description states that a reservation fee is paid after the interview and that enrollment is finalised when the contract is signed and the first monthly payment is made; however, no publicly posted, detailed refund or cancellation policy for reservation fees, tuition prepayments or withdrawals was found in the school pages inspected.
Billing schedule and payment terms (summary) - Key steps and timing referenced in the school's admissions process: - Submit interest / documents → interview → school sends payment link for the reservation fee. - Finalising admission requires signing the contract and payment of the first monthly tuition; ongoing tuition is billed monthly.
Fee payment options - The admissions process uses an online payment link for the reservation fee and requires online payment of the first monthly tuition to complete enrolment; meals are paid via a school credit system. The school's public pages do not list a full set of accepted payment methods (for example, which card brands, bank transfer or direct-debit options are accepted).
Brief note on currency and reported values - Where dollarized or explicit figures are reported by local media, amounts are quoted in Brazilian reais (BRL). Recent local reporting has shown sample monthly tuition figures in the mid‑thousands of reais (see cited press values).
Summary of findings and availability of a public fee table - The school's published admissions and school‑life pages confirm the existence of a reservation fee (paid via payment link), the need to sign a contract and to pay the first monthly tuition to complete enrolment, meal payments via a credit system, and separate extracurricular brochures indicating extracurricular fees. A single, detailed public fee schedule showing every year‑group price and per‑term breakdown for the 2026/27 academic year was not available on the public pages reviewed; local news reporting provides sample monthly figures from recent years (cited above). For parents, the practical implications are: expect a reservation fee at application, a required first month payment on enrolment, monthly tuition billed thereafter, separate charges for lunches and many extracurricular activities, targeted institutional discounts for qualifying affiliations, and no public indication that boarding or residential fees apply.
Academics
Escola Gurilândia teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 11.
Curriculum
The curriculum blends the Brazilian national curriculum with the IB Continuum, including the IB Primary Years Programme. It integrates Singapore Mathematics and Reading and Writing Workshops from Columbia University, along with emotional intelligence classes and a focus on 21st-century skills.
Exam Results
2025 IB Exam Results: Average Point Score 35.5; 100% earned the bilingual IBDP.
Gifted and Talented
Extensive extracurricular program to discover students' interests and refine talents.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Emotional intelligence classes are part of the Gurilândia curriculum to help students balance learning and emotions. The program emphasizes 21st‑century skills including adaptability, entrepreneurship, resilience, critical thinking, leadership, collaboration, and communication. The school applies the 4Cs—communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking—across the curriculum and promotes intercultural understanding as part of its IB‑inspired approach to education. A weekly emotional skills program, started by psychologists from the early years, supports students' social‑emotional development. The curriculum uses active, practical teaching and a spiral approach that reinforces skills over time.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Gurilândia is bilingual in English and Portuguese, with instruction in both languages. The school emphasizes bilingual education, enabling students to become fluent in English and Portuguese as part of its international program.
Mental Wellbeing
The school places strong emphasis on emotional development through a dedicated emotional skills program run by psychologists, starting in the early years and offered weekly. This program supports students' emotional growth as part of a holistic educational approach. The IB framework and the focus on 4Cs contribute to mental wellbeing by fostering communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. The school aims to develop leaders with social‑emotional competencies that support personal and professional success. Overall, emotional wellbeing is integrated into everyday school life and curriculum.
Safeguarding
The Gurilândia community takes responsibility for actions, choices and learning within a safe and encouraging environment.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions Process
Start your child's exciting journey toward success at Gurilândia International School. We warmly welcome new students to experience bilingual education at Gurilândia's two campuses in Salvador during the academic year. Our easy enrollment process is detailed below, and our friendly team is ready to help at every step. We look forward to welcoming you to our school and providing an enriching and transformative educational experience for your child. If you have any questions or need more information, do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help at every step of the process.
For additional information about our school, contact our Admissions Office via the Questions Form at any time.
Register your interest with a few simple steps:
Visit Us Begin your journey by filling out our visit form and selecting the date and time that work best for you. You will have the opportunity to learn about our pedagogy and take a tour of one of our campuses, Pituba or Federação. At this initial stage, meetings will be with parents and/or guardians only, allowing an open dialogue with faculty. Visits by prospective students will be scheduled later.
Enrollment Interest Form Parents who wish to proceed with the enrollment process before visiting can fill the Enrollment Interest Form for Gurilândia Federação or Gurilândia Pituba (OpenApply).
Interview After submitting documents, our admissions team will contact you to schedule a personalized interview with the family. This is a valuable moment to understand family expectations, the student's context, and align our values and mission with the family.
Payment of Reservation Fee After the interview, our admissions team will send the link to pay the reservation fee.
Enrollment and Admission To finalize the application, sign the contract and pay the first monthly payment.
Congratulations! Your child has been admitted to Gurilândia International School. Welcome to our educational community!
Contact Us We are ready to welcome your child at Gurilândia. Our admissions team will be delighted to answer your questions and help you throughout the enrollment process. Fill the Questions Form to start this extraordinary journey today.
Scholarships
Nsouli Scholarships
Nsouli Scholarships Programme
The Nsouli Scholarship Program is a global initiative that promises to transform lives by allowing 50 outstanding students to attend any of Inspired's prestigious schools with a full scholarship throughout their education. The ambition is for the scholarship to give hundreds of children the opportunity to receive a truly transformative education. By opening this pathway to exceptional individuals, the program aims to expand the community and empower children from all backgrounds with opportunities in academics, sports, arts, and extracurricular activities. The Nsouli Scholars Programme is an investment in education and in shaping the leaders of the future. This generous donation honors Nadim Nsouli, who founded Inspired in 2013 as a statement of excellence in international private education. In recognition of Mr. Nsouli's Lebanese heritage and Inspired's commitment to inclusion, several scholarships will be granted to individuals of Lebanese origin.
Best Academic Results
The advantages of a holistic approach to education are evidenced by the fact that Inspired students consistently excel academically, outperforming national and global averages. In 2022, the average IB Diploma score was 35, with the world average 31.98, and A grades accounted for 27% of A Level grades, compared with 14.6% globally. As a result, many graduates gain entry to top universities, with one in three graduates going to a Russell Group university or an Ivy League college.
A Unique Education
Inspired schools offer a world‑class educational experience that combines academic excellence with engaging extracurricular activities, producing confident, multi‑talented students who thrive in a competitive, increasingly interconnected world. In addition to instruction from expert teachers, students have access to specialized sports programs and to professional mentorship in performing and creative arts. Graduates leave with a solid value system and a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom. Inspired is also committed to leveraging new learning technologies. Inspired AI empowers children to achieve academic excellence by providing actionable insights unique to each student, including strengths and weaknesses. A partnership with The Royal College of Music and Forte, an online platform, enables personalized music lessons by professionals. Students with musical interests benefit from tailored private lessons, advancing their practice and gaining valuable performance experience.
A Global Experience
The Inspired group includes leading day schools and boarding schools worldwide, giving students access to a diverse international community. Through specialized summer camps or immersive global exchange programs, children have the chance to travel and engage with different cultures, meet and learn from esteemed partners, build lifelong networks, and become more independent.
Contact Us Find out how an Inspired Scholarship can give your child a transformative education, widely recognized qualifications, and the skills needed to thrive in a changing world. Ask Now
FAQs
What curriculum does Escola Gurilândia follow?
The curriculum blends the Brazilian national curriculum with the IB Continuum, including the IB Primary Years Programme. It integrates Singapore Mathematics and Reading and Writing Workshops from Columbia University, along with emotional intelligence classes and a focus on 21st-century skills.
What age range does Escola Gurilândia serve?
Escola Gurilândia serves students from age 1 to 11.
What are the tuition fees?
Fee details should be confirmed directly with Escola Gurilândia.
Where is Escola Gurilândia located?
Gurilândia International School operates in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, with two bilingual campuses: Gurilândia Federação and Gurilândia Pituba. The Federação campus is located at Av. Cardeal da Silva 1451, Salvador, BA 40231-250. The Pituba campus is l
Does Escola Gurilândia have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for Escola Gurilândia.
Does Escola Gurilândia offer learning support?
No published learning support or SEN provision was found. Families should contact Escola Gurilândia directly.
What languages are used for instruction?
English and Portuguese are the languages of instruction. The curriculum blends the Brazilian national program with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. IB Continuum is offered, and upon completing Grade 5 students transition to Land School to continue with both the IB and Brazili
What is the admissions process?
Admissions Process
Start your child's exciting journey toward success at Gurilândia International School. We warmly welcome new students to experience bilingual education at Gurilândia's two campuses in Salvador during the academic year. Our easy enrollment process is detailed below, and our friend
What facilities does Escola Gurilândia have?
Two state-of-the-art Gurilândia campuses serve Early Years through elementary education in Salvador, Federação and Pituba. Each campus is spacious and well-equipped to support learning across academic, athletic, technological and artistic development. The schools offer a holistic bilingual education
What extracurricular activities are available?
The curriculum prioritizes academic, sports, and artistic-technological excellence. An extensive extracurricular program cultivates students' talents in the arts. Arts include visual and performing arts, with global competition opportunities through Inspired.
When was Escola Gurilândia established?
Escola Gurilândia was established in 1960.
What is the school community like?
Gurilândia operates across two Salvador campuses, Gurilândia Federação and Gurilândia Pituba, each offering age-appropriate facilities and a welcoming environment. It is a member of Inspired Education
