Portugal, Algarve
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
Bright integrates wellbeing across the Cambridge Curriculum to promote mental, physical and emotional health. The pastoral programme prioritises resilience, personal growth and life skills, building a strong sense of community and preparing students for a dynamic global future. Mental health is a cornerstone with dedicated resources and open conversations to help students manage stress and develop resilience. Emotional health is supported by guidance to identify and express emotions, build relationships and develop self-awareness, with safe spaces for emotional growth. The wellbeing framework is structured by the PERMAH model (Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment and Health).
Inclusive Learning Support provides personalised assistance and strategies to meet diverse learning needs and to promote inclusive education.
Mental wellbeing is a core focus, fostering resilience and a healthy mindset through resources and open conversations. An Educational Psychologist collaborates with teachers, families and other professionals to assess learning, emotional and developmental needs, and to develop tailored support plans that promote academic achievement and personal growth.
Safeguarding is a top priority. The school maintains a safeguarding team with a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs), implementing strict protocols to keep students safe. The pastoral programme supports holistic growth through an enquiry-based approach and positive psychology, guided by the PERMAH framework.
Bright International School is a day school in Portugal offering Cambridge Pathway for ages 3 to 18. It delivers Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, guiding learners from Early Years to Advanced qualifications. The Pathway emphasises enquiry-based learning, progression and assessment, with inclusive education, wellbeing and equal opportunities at its core. Bright operates under the Sharing Education Group and is expanding to Upper Secondary Cambridge Advanced soon. Facilities include flexible spaces blending formal and informal seating, movement areas, quiet zones and pods, with outdoor spaces to support exploration. The Cambridge Pathway forms the daily basis of learning, while new facilities are under development. With over 30 nationalities, Bright is a multicultural community. Communications with parents in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Extracurriculars include Ballet, DJ lessons, Inventors, Karate, Musical Instruments, Playball, Robothink, Homework Club and Ukulele Club. ESL and safeguarding are provided on site for students and families.