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Taught languages English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean
Strengths Sport, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
St. Nicholas School Alphaville is a Brazilian international school delivering the International Baccalaureate across its early years to secondary. The Alphaville Campus offers a full IB continuum: Tiny Tots for ages 18 months to 3 years, the Primary Years Programme for ages 3–11, the Middle Years Programme for ages 11–16, and the Diploma Programme for ages 16–18. The IB was integrated into the curriculum in 2000, and Alphaville was authorized to offer the DP in 2024, making it a full IB school. The campus opened in 2016, and in 2025 celebrated its 45th anniversary with the opening of the Alphaville Athletic Complex. Students learn in English and participate in inquiry-based learning across Early Years, Primary, Middle Years and the Diploma. The school has a pool and sport-based ECAs, including futsal, football and basketball teams, a PE Fun Day, and inter-house fixtures. The DP core includes Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS).
Av. Honório Álvares Penteado, 5463 - Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba - SP, 06543-320, Brazil
The Essentials
St. Nicholas School Alphaville has 565 pupils, instruction in English, Portuguese.
Location
Alphaville Campus is located in Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba (SP), Brazil. The street address is Av. Honório Álvares Penteado, 5463. The campus sits in the Alphaville/Tamboré area of the greater São Paulo region. Postal code 06543-320.
Transport is provided by Bus Children (buschildren.com.br); contact numbers: (11) 3721-3912 or (11) 3731-5930; (11) 99340-7644; contato@buschildren.com.br.
Fees
Application and registration fees
- Application fee (one-off, payable on entry): BRL 830. - Registration fee (one-off, payable on entry): BRL 8,890. - Annual re-enrolment fee (charged each April): 50% of the current monthly tuition fee.
Tuition fees by year group (published monthly amounts and equivalent annual and per-term figures)
- Tiny Tots I, Tiny Tots II & Nursery (08:00–12:00): BRL 7,070 per month. - Equivalent on a 12‑month basis: BRL 84,840 per year. - Equivalent per fiscal term (3 months): BRL 21,210 per term.
- Kindergarten 1 through Grade 5: BRL 9,696 per month. - Equivalent on a 12‑month basis: BRL 116,352 per year. - Equivalent per fiscal term (3 months): BRL 29,088 per term.
- Grade 6 through Year 12: BRL 12,020 per month. - Equivalent on a 12‑month basis: BRL 144,240 per year. - Equivalent per fiscal term (3 months): BRL 36,060 per term.
- Published annual tuition range (summary figure used for overview listings): BRL 94,500 to BRL 159,125 per year (varies by grade/program).
Other compulsory or regular school charges
- Resource & Technology Fee: - Tiny Tots 1 to Grade 5: two instalments of BRL 2,100 (paid in August and February). - Grade 6 to Year 12: two instalments of BRL 2,390 (paid in August and February).
- Uniforms: uniforms and PE kit are required and are purchased from the school's listed uniform suppliers (Naruadaescola and Lucia Uniformes). Specific uniform item prices are set by the suppliers.
- Transport: contracted school transport is available through the school's approved provider (BusChildren); transport pricing is arranged directly with the provider.
- Catering / Meals: the school provides published lunch and snack menus for the Alphaville campus; meal pricing is not published alongside the tuition schedule.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual fee calculation is composed of 12 monthly instalments plus the annual re‑enrolment fee. - Fiscal year and quarters: the school's fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30, with fiscal quarters (Jul/Aug/Sep), (Oct/Nov/Dec), (Jan/Feb/Mar) and (Apr/May/Jun). - New students enrolling are responsible for the tuition for the month they enter and for any previous months of the current fiscal quarter. - Students who withdraw before the end of a term are subject to a contract fine. - A discount is offered for full annual payment in advance: a 5% discount on the full annual tuition when paid up front.
Boarding / residential provision
- No boarding or residential provision is listed for the Alphaville campus; the campus operates as a day school.
Refunds and cancellation
- Withdrawal before the end of term will incur a contract fine; other refund details (for example, refunds of registration or re‑enrolment fees) are not published with the fee schedule. Payment of the registration fee is required to complete an offer of place.
Fee payment options and instalment structure
- Instalment structure: fees can be paid as 12 monthly instalments or as a single annual payment (eligible for a 5% discount). The school's published materials do not list specific accepted payment instruments in the public fee summary (for example: bank transfer, boleto, card, PIX); families should use the school's admissions channels to arrange the payment method at enrolment.
Summary of items parents should budget for (examples)
- One‑off at entry: Application fee BRL 830; Registration fee BRL 8,890. - Annual recurring: 12 monthly tuition instalments (amount depends on year group listed above) plus re‑enrolment fee each April (50% of the current monthly tuition). - Additional periodic charges: Resource & Technology instalments (August and February), uniform purchases, transport contract if required, and meal costs as applicable.
Academics
St. Nicholas School Alphaville teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
IB continuum including Tiny Tots (18 months old – 3 years old), the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–11, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18 at the Alphaville Campus.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Through the Positive Behaviour Policy, the school provides principles for teaching learner behaviour and fosters safe social, emotional, and ethical development. Approaches to teaching behaviour promote the development of positive self-esteem, autonomy, self-awareness, respect, resilience and a sense of efficacy.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Alphaville has an Access and Inclusion Policy and Access and Inclusion Practices and Procedures to support diverse learners.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the safeguarding framework and behaviour policies that foster a safe, supportive learning environment and promote student resilience, self-esteem, and autonomy.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding framework includes LGPD/data protection policies, a Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, and an Online Safety & Safeguarding Policy. A Safe Recruitment & Hiring Policy applies to staff and volunteers interacting with children. All policies are regularly reviewed to align with Brazilian laws, international agreements, and the school context.
Admissions
Admissions
1. The Alphaville Campus offers Tiny Tots Programme for learners aged 18 months to 3 years, the IB PYP for learners aged 3 to 11, the IB MYP for learners aged 11 to 16, and the IB DP for learners aged 16 to 18. 2. Admissions options include an Open Day, the How to Apply section, and an FAQ to guide prospective families. 3. Alphaville Admissions can be reached via PABX: (11) 3465-9658; Admissions: (11) 3465-9697; WhatsApp: (11) 96408-6838; a Book a Visit option is available on the Alphaville Campus page. 4. Attending an Open Day or Book a Visit provides an opportunity to learn about the campus and its programmes. 5. The How to Apply section guides families through the application process and next steps.
FAQs
What curriculum does St. Nicholas School Alphaville follow?
IB continuum including Tiny Tots (18 months old – 3 years old), the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–11, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18 at the Alphaville Campus.
What age range does St. Nicholas School Alphaville serve?
St. Nicholas School Alphaville serves students from age 1 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Fee details should be confirmed directly with St. Nicholas School Alphaville.
How many students attend St. Nicholas School Alphaville?
Approximately 565 students.
Where is St. Nicholas School Alphaville located?
Alphaville Campus is located in Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba (SP), Brazil. The street address is Av. Honório Álvares Penteado, 5463. The campus sits in the Alphaville/Tamboré area of the greater São Paulo region. Postal code 06543-320.
Does St. Nicholas School Alphaville have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for St. Nicholas School Alphaville.
Does St. Nicholas School Alphaville offer learning support?
Alphaville has an Access and Inclusion Policy and Access and Inclusion Practices and Procedures to support diverse learners.
What is the admissions process?
1. The Alphaville Campus offers Tiny Tots Programme for learners aged 18 months to 3 years, the IB PYP for learners aged 3 to 11, the IB MYP for learners aged 11 to 16, and the IB DP for learners aged 16 to 18. 2. Admissions options include an Open Day, the How to Apply section, and an FAQ to guide
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school offers an inquiry-based international education within the IB continuum. It provides a Tiny Tots Programme for learners aged 18 months to 3 years, the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–11, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for
Who leads St. Nicholas School Alphaville?
The school is led by Simon Lee.
When was St. Nicholas School Alphaville established?
St. Nicholas School Alphaville was established in 2016.
What is the school community like?
Events are an essential part of St. Nicholas and occur almost daily at Alphaville. International Day celebrates cultural diversity through country-specific activities and traditional foods. Made in Br
