Portugal, Madeira
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The school blends online study with in-person Hub experiences in a hybrid model. Learners have 24/7 access to a learning platform with guidance and feedback from Course Managers. Curricula offered include British (IGCSEs and A-Levels), American, and Portuguese+. These programmes are accredited and provide qualifications accepted by universities worldwide.
The Portuguese+ curriculum uses Portuguese for all learning materials and assessments. It includes preparation for and completion of Exames Nacionais and meets direct entry requirements to Portuguese universities, while also allowing admission to institutions worldwide. Delivered within English-speaking Hubs, learners develop both Portuguese and English communication skills.
Beyond academics, Hubs connect Learners with local internships, entrepreneurial projects, clubs, sports, environmental initiatives, and more. The hubs foster social interaction through shared routines, including opportunities for communal time and collaboration.
Hubs connect Learners with community work and environmental initiatives, alongside internships and clubs that support service-oriented activities.
Unique Pathway Degree Programmes are fast, flexible, and career-driven, with options in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, and more. Learners gain a university diploma and real-world skills from anywhere.
Hubs operate Monday to Friday, typically from 08:00 to 18:00, with no traditional summer shutdown to support year-round study. Learners have autonomy to manage their own schedules, including breaks and lunch, and a Learning Coach provides guidance at a ratio of one coach for every 15 Learners. The learning environment is designed to be comfortable and inclusive, with spaces that support focus and well-being. Madeira (Funchal) is listed as the Island location for Portugal.
Brave Generation Academy - Madeira is a hybrid international school hub in Madeira for learners aged 12 to 18. It offers British IGCSEs and A-Levels, American, and Portuguese+ curricula, all accredited for university entry worldwide. The learning model blends online study with in-person Hub experiences guided by Learning Coaches; learners have 24/7 access to the online platform, with Course Managers providing ongoing support. The Portuguese+ track delivers all materials and assessments in Portuguese, includes Exames Nacionais preparation, and meets direct-entry requirements to Portuguese universities, while instruction occurs in English-speaking Hubs to build both Portuguese and English skills. Higher Education features Unique Pathway Degree Programmes in Business Management, Computing Science, Hospitality, Sports, delivering a university diploma and practical experience. In Madeira, the hub offers spaces for internships, environmental initiatives, and clubs across Cultural and Language, Community and Service, and Leadership and Professional. Hubs operate weekdays with year-round study and flexible scheduling.