Brazil, Curitiba
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International School of Curitiba (ISC) is a non-profit international school serving ages 2 to 18, delivering the IB Diploma Programme in High School. The school meets Brazilian curriculum requirements through accreditation by the Secretaria de Educação do Estado do Paraná and is audited by CIS, NEASC, and the International Baccalaureate Organization. The core curriculum covers Language Arts, Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Modern Languages, Information Technology, Physical Education, and Health, taught across all levels. The Early Childhood Center is Reggio Emilia–inspired, with a forested outdoor environment, a covered playground, a forest playground, a water stream, and a bike track; Toddle facilitates daily home–school communication and supports small classes. ISC Academy offers free and paid after-school activities, including sports, design thinking, and performing arts. High School features renovated Chemistry and Biology labs, with donor-supported improvements and Phase II plans; the IB Diploma Programme anchors its secondary curriculum, guiding inquiry, collaboration, and citizenship.
Av. Dr. Eugênio Bertolli, 3900 - Santa Felicidade, Curitiba - PR, 82410-530, Brazil
International School of Curitiba has 750 pupils, instruction in English.
Av. Dr. Eugênio Bertolli, 3900 – CEP: 82410-530 – Santa Felicidade, Curitiba – PR, Brazil. The campus is in the Santa Felicidade neighborhood of Curitiba. The ISC campus serves students in four levels: Early Childhood Center (2–5 years), Elementary School (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).
Early Childhood Center (2–5 years); Elementary School (Grades 1–5); Middle School (Grades 6–8); High School (Grades 9–12).
non-profit international school.
Social and emotional learning is a core part of ISC. The Counseling Team identifies and supports students' emotional needs and collaborates with administrators, teachers, parents, and outside professionals.
Annual tuition at International School of Curitiba ranges from BRL 53,804 to BRL 70,860 for 2026/27.
International School of Curitiba teaches IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.
The school offers an international, student-focused curriculum. The core curriculum, taught at all levels, includes Language Arts, Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Modern Languages, Information Technology, Physical Education, and Health. ISC is accredited by the Secretaria de Educação do Estado do Paraná to meet Brazilian curriculum requirements, and internationally audited by CIS, NEASC, and the International Baccalaureate Organization. ISC offers the IB Diploma for students in Grades 11 and 12. The guiding principles emphasize essential future skills: communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, character, and citizenship.
Out of 45 graduates of the Class of 2025, ISC students gained acceptances at 171 universities and colleges across 11 countries. 46% of the Class of 2025 received scholarship offers, totaling USD 18,073,746. Top universities that have accepted ISC students in the past five years include the University of Pennsylvania, Harvard University, and Georgia Tech. A College Counselor and the High School team support university planning and applications.
Graduates pursue higher education at universities worldwide. The Class of 2025 had acceptances to 171 universities and colleges across 11 countries. Top universities previously accepting ISC students include the University of Pennsylvania, Harvard University, and Georgia Tech. A College Counselor and the High School team support university planning and applications.
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a core part of ISC education. SEL helps students understand and manage their emotions, set positive goals, show empathy, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. The counseling team works with administrators, teachers, parents, and outside professionals to identify students' emotional needs, provide appropriate support, and maintain constructive communication.
Wildcat Wellness supports the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of the ISC community through after‑school programs for parents and staff, including activities such as Yoga, Barre Fitness, Community Garden, Photography, Art, and beginner English for parents. The Wellness program is designed to develop skills that impact body and mind and is offered at no additional cost to participants.
ISC maintains a Human Rights Policy that protects the well‑being and dignity of every person and provides a framework for living freely without fear of persecution or discrimination.
1. Fill in our Inquiry Form to get to know more about ISC, meet our Admissions Team, and schedule a visit on campus. ISC welcomes students year-round. ECC Baby and ECC 1 Half-Day Programs offer a gentle start to school life. For ECC1, a child must be 2 years old to start in August, and the Student Placement documents provide the grade-level placement for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. 2. Fill in our Registration Form to start your admission process with the support and guidance of our Admissions Team. The ISC online admissions platform will guide and notify you through each step of the process. You can schedule a visit and start the process by using the Apply Here link. 3. Learn more about ISC, our academic program, and access the school fees and school calendar. The 2025-2026 Admissions Brochure is available in English and there is a Portuguese version. The “Apply now!” and “See our campus” resources are provided on the Admissions page. 4. ISC offers the IB Diploma for Grades 11 and 12. ISC is accredited by the Secretaria da Educação do Estado do Paraná and undergoes international accreditation by the Council of International Schools, New England Association of Schools and Colleges, and the International Baccalaureate Organization. This demonstrates alignment with both Brazilian and international standards.