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Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Beyond International School is a private bilingual school offering Portuguese and English instruction for children aged 3 to 10. The school follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum for ages 5–10 (Reception to Year 5), with Cambridge Lower Secondary for ages 11–12, and combines this with a Bespoke Curriculum designed to prepare learners for the 21st century. The school's four‑dimensional model—knowledge, skills, character and meta‑learning—drives a competency‑based program that emphasizes STEM, digital literacy, global awareness and systems thinking, reinforced through Be Hour, a daily mindful‑learning session. Instruction is bilingual, with two teachers in every classroom (one Portuguese‑speaking, one English‑speaking) and language development guided by inquiry and projects, alongside integration of the Portuguese National Curriculum. Facilities include bright, flexible classrooms and wide outdoor spaces that invite exploration. Students undertake project‑based learning, purposeful collaboration, and social‑emotional growth within a supportive, growth‑oriented culture. The school emphasizes leadership and global citizenship through its four‑dimensional framework model.
Beyond International School has 120 pupils, instruction in Portuguese, English.
Location
Rua Soeiro Pereira Gomes, n.º 59, 2730-178 Barcarena – Queluz. Located in the Barcarena–Queluz area in the Lisbon region. It is reachable by road and offers a school bus service.
Stages
Ages 3 to 10; Early Years (3–5) and Primary (5–10).
Type
Private bilingual school offering Portuguese and English instruction.
School day structure
Operating hours are 08:00–18:00. The school day runs 08:30–16:30, with optional after-school activities from 17:00–18:00.
Bus service
A school bus service is available, with routes scheduled according to the minimum number of participants.
Fees
Annual tuition at Beyond International School ranges from EUR 9,390 to EUR 11,540 for 2026/27.
Application and enrolment fees
- Pre-registration (application) fee: EUR 100 — one-time payment made after the admissions process. - Enrolment fee (paid on acceptance to guarantee the vacancy): varies by year group. Typical values published for the 2025–26 fee schedule are EUR 850, EUR 950 or EUR 1,000 depending on the child's year group (see tuition section below for the enrolment amount shown for each year band). The enrolment fee is payable at acceptance and is non-refundable. - Annual insurance fee: EUR 40 (applies annually to all students).
Tuition fees (by year group) — academic year 2025–26
Note: the published fee schedule gives annual tuition and an equivalent monthly figure presented as "Monthly Tuition Fees (x10)"; the school issues monthly instalments over 10 months (September–June). The values below are the published annual totals and the school's monthly instalment equivalent, followed by a per-term amount (annual ÷ 3) for convenience.
- Early Years 3 (age 3) - Enrolment fee: EUR 850. - Monthly tuition (x10): EUR 850. - Annual tuition: EUR 8,500. - Per term (derived): EUR 2,833.33.
- Early Years 4 (age 4) - Enrolment fee: EUR 850. - Monthly tuition (x10): EUR 850. - Annual tuition: EUR 8,500. - Per term (derived): EUR 2,833.33.
- Years 1–3 (ages 6–8) - Enrolment fee: (published band) EUR 950. - Monthly tuition (x10): EUR 950. - Annual tuition: EUR 9,500. - Per term (derived): EUR 3,166.67.
- Year 4 (age 9) - Enrolment fee: (published band) EUR 950. - Monthly tuition (x10): EUR 950. - Annual tuition: EUR 9,500. - Per term (derived): EUR 3,166.67.
- Year 5 (age 10) - Enrolment fee: (published band) EUR 1,000. - Monthly tuition (x10): EUR 1,050. - Annual tuition: EUR 10,500. - Per term (derived): EUR 3,500.
(Values are taken from the school's 2025–26 published fee schedule and are presented as the school lists them: enrolment fee, monthly instalment (x10) and annual tuition. Per-term figures above are a simple division of the annual tuition by three to provide a term-level reference.)
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Two payment formats are published: - Full annual payment due in September by bank transfer (or by vouchers/tickets where accepted). A prompt-payment discount is published for full payment if made by the published early-payment date. For 2025–26 the schedule shows a 3% discount if the annual tuition is paid in full by the stated deadline. - Ten monthly instalments: paid by direct debit (September through June). The school states that the ten monthly fees are mandatory and payable in full regardless of any change in the child's schooling during the academic year. - Re-enrolment for current pupils is processed in April and is handled via direct debit or vouchers/tickets. Payment of enrolment or re-enrolment confirms a commitment to the entire academic year and these fees are non-refundable.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The published schedule and school information cover day-school tuition and day services only; no boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and optional charges
- Items explicitly listed as not included in tuition (additional costs): uniforms (formal, sports and everyday), textbooks and school supplies, nappies where applicable, regular educational outings (field trips), optional extended care (after-school extension hours), optional school photographs, optional extracurricular activities, optional holiday camps / holiday activities, school transport and transport to external activity venues. The school states that morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack are included in the tuition fee (as published for 2025–26). Aftercare (supervised care 17:00–18:00) is published at EUR 150 per month for the 2025–26 schedule. Holiday camps and other optional services incur additional charges.
Sibling discounts and concessions
- A 10% discount is applied to the tuition fees for the third-youngest enrolled child in a family. - A 20% discount is applied to the tuition fees for the fourth-youngest enrolled child in a family.
Refund and cancellation terms
- Payment of the enrolment or re-enrolment fee confirms a commitment to the entire academic year and is non-refundable. - The published schedule states that all published values are definitive and non-refundable. Further specific refund rules (for example, for partial-year withdrawals or exceptional circumstances) are covered in the school's internal regulations and fees policy. The enrolment/re-enrolment fee and payment-for-year commitments are explicitly non-refundable in the 2025–26 fee document.
Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods shown in the published schedule for 2025–26 include: - Bank transfer (used for full annual payment and for enrolment fee payments in many cases). - Direct debit (used for the ten-month instalment plan). - Educational vouchers / ticket-based payment schemes where the school confirms acceptance for certain payments (the schedule notes which items can be paid by vouchers/tickets). - The published schedule does not list credit-card payment as a primary method; bank transfer and direct debit are the explicitly referenced payment methods for the options shown.
Short practical notes for parents (factual)
- Meals (morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack) are included in the tuition as published for the 2025–26 academic year. - Aftercare is available at EUR 150 per month (17:00–18:00) for the 2025–26 schedule; an optional extension (18:00–18:30) may be offered with separate charges noted under additional costs.
(Information above is taken from the school's published 2025–26 fee schedule for Beyond International School.)
Academics
Beyond International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 10.
Curriculum
Education for the 21st century is at the core of Beyond International School's curriculum. The school uses a holistic 4D model—knowledge, skills, character and meta-learning—developed by Harvard researchers and aligned with OECD Education 2030. The curriculum is competency-based, with modular and adapted knowledge emphasizing STEM, digital literacy, global awareness and systems thinking, reinforced through a dedicated Be Hour. It features active, student-centred pedagogy that promotes student agency, project-based learning, and continuous, intentional feedback. Social and emotional skills are integrated into learning, focusing on character, values, leadership, empathy and resilience, with a growth culture for both students and teachers. Instruction is bilingual, with two teachers in every classroom (one Portuguese-speaking and one English-speaking), language development driven by inquiry and projects, and meaningful integration of the Portuguese National Curriculum alongside English development.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school blends academic excellence with essential life skills, nurturing social-emotional growth, critical thinking, collaboration, and ethical understanding. A holistic approach to mind, heart, and spirit empowers students to become confident, resilient, and resourceful leaders. Learning emphasizes inquiry, collaboration, and ethical understanding to prepare students to navigate a dynamic world. The curriculum supports personal development alongside academic achievement, fostering curiosity and empathy.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Bilingual Education: English and Portuguese are woven into daily learning, with students developing both languages through meaningful interactions, inquiry-based experiences, and real communication.
Mental Wellbeing
Social-emotional growth and well-being are central to the curriculum, supporting confidence, curiosity, and resilience.
Admissions
Admissions
Six steps make up our admissions process: 1. Form and initial contact: Parents fill out the form available on our site (one form per child). The Head of Admissions confirms the visit by email. 2. In-person meeting: A school visit is scheduled where you can tour the campus; a joint session where the Head of Admissions explains the school's culture and clarifies information. 3. Educational interview: The Academic and School Leadership team meets with the parents to get to know the child; both sides share expectations, values and the school's philosophy. 4. Submit the application: Complete the application form; submit the required documents: previous school reports; copy of Passport/National ID; photographs of the child; vaccination proof; provide proof of payment of the reservation fee (100€). 5. Decision and offer: The Admissions team analyzes the process, documentation and interview feedback; a formal offer is sent by email with all information, tuition and enrollment conditions. 6.
FAQs
What curriculum does Beyond International School follow?
Education for the 21st century is at the core of Beyond International School's curriculum. The school uses a holistic 4D model—knowledge, skills, character and meta-learning—developed by Harvard researchers and aligned with OECD Education 2030. The curriculum is competency-based, with modular and ad...
Where is Beyond International School located?
Rua Soeiro Pereira Gomes, n.º 59, 2730-178 Barcarena – Queluz. Located in the Barcarena–Queluz area in the Lisbon region. It is reachable by road and offers a school bus service.
What age range does the school serve?
Beyond International School serves students from age 3 to 10, covering Ages 3 to 10; Early Years (3–5) and Primary (5–10)..
How many students attend Beyond International School?
Approximately 120 students are enrolled at Beyond International School.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from PHP 9,390 to PHP 11,540 depending on year group.
Is the school co-educational?
Beyond International School is co-educational.
What languages are taught at the school?
The languages of instruction are Portuguese and English.
What facilities does the school offer?
Beyond International School has spaces indoors and outdoors that are intentionally crafted to support each child's learning journey. Classrooms are bright, flexible, and engaging, while outdoor areas are wide and natural with opportunities to explore. The spaces are designed so learning can extend b
What is the admissions process?
Six steps make up our admissions process: 1. Form and initial contact: Parents fill out the form available on our site (one form per child). The Head of Admissions confirms the visit by email. 2. In-person meeting: A school visit is scheduled where you can tour the campus; a joint session where the
What extracurricular activities are available?
Beyond International School follows a Cambridge curriculum tailored to each pupil, supporting academic and personal development. The competency-based curriculum embeds critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and resilience in the core program and is reinforced through Be Hour, a daily mindf
Does Beyond International School offer a bus service?
A school bus service is available, with routes scheduled according to the minimum number of participants.
Who is the head of school?
The head of school at Beyond International School is Catarina Simão.
