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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction
Cesário Verde International School Portugal offers nursery through 9th grade in central Lisbon as part of the SEK/IES International Education Systems. The school follows the Portuguese Ministry of Education framework while delivering a bilingual experience from Kindergarten and introducing a second language from an early age. Learning is organized around collective, innovative, participatory and differentiated projects that foster collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving. Technology is embedded across lessons, with interactive whiteboards, iPads, robotics and programming materials, plus access to the IXL online platform. The school is accredited by Cambridge Assessment English and offers Cambridge programmes at Primary and Secondary levels. Facilities include a 3,000 m2 main building with core classrooms, art rooms, a gym, auditorium, library and study spaces, plus dedicated nursery spaces and extensive outdoor areas with a river-view playground and a vegetable garden. International exchanges in the UK and USA connect students with SEK/IES schools across 17 countries.
Av. Infante Dom Henrique 308, 1950-421 Lisboa, Portugal
The Essentials
Cesário Verde International School Portugal has instruction in Portuguese, English.
Location
The school is located in Lisbon, Portugal, at Av. Infante D. Henrique, Lot 308, 1950-421 Lisbon. It sits in one of the most privileged and central areas of Lisbon.
Stages
Nursery through 9th grade.
Type
International school, part of the SEK/IES International Education Systems network.
Country affiliation
Portugal
School day structure
School operates year-round, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM; opening hours for the secretary are 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Fees
Application / enrolment fees - A non‑refundable enrolment fee is required to formalise and reserve a place. For continuing students, re‑enrolment is formalised in February by payment of the School Insurance and at least one‑third (1/3) of the enrolment fee, with the remaining two‑thirds (2/3) payable in the following two months. For new admissions from 1 February, payment of the current year's enrolment fee (and the re‑enrolment fee for the following year where required) must be made as part of completing registration. Administrative fees for record transfers are charged when applicable.
Tuition fees by year group (amounts and per‑term detail) - The school issues a current fee schedule that lists the Annual Fee, tuition (monthly/term) amounts by educational level, and which services are mandatory; those monetary figures are provided to parents in the school's active fee schedule rather than published as a public fee table. The school's fee structure includes mandatory items such as the Annual Fee, Enrolment Fee, School Insurance and ICT Educational Resources (from age 4 through Year 9). Parents receive the detailed pricing for each year group and for optional services in the current fee schedule and on the invoices they receive.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing cadence: Monthly fee instalments are used for regular tuition; monthly payments are due by the 8th day of each month, except the September instalment, which is due by the 15th. Students who attend the school services during August (nursery to Year 4) pay an additional weekly fee for August services; the August weekly fee is set annually in the active price list. Student absences (justified or not) do not give the right to fee reductions. Students who enrol after September are charged a partial tuition fee calculated from the agreed entry month. - Enrolment timing and payments: for continuing students the enrolment/re‑enrolment payments described above secure the place for the next school year and must be paid within the stated deadlines. If annual payments are made in 1, 2 or 3 instalments, any refund on early withdrawal is calculated on unused months (subject to the exceptions noted below).
Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; the school operates from nursery through Year 9 as a day school. Transport services are not run by the school (parents contract transport directly if a partner service is available).
Other compulsory or regularly charged items - School Insurance: paid at registration and covering students 24 hours during the school year for school‑related accidents, commute between home and school, authorised trips, and specified liabilities; coverage limits are published in the school's insurance section and insurance is mandatory and charged upon enrolment. - ICT Educational Resources: a mandatory charge applies from age 4 (Pre‑school) through Year 9 inclusive for use of educational ICT resources; this is listed among mandatory service charges. - School uniform: uniform purchase is compulsory for all students; the school specifies the compulsory items but uniform pricing is provided through the school's supply channel rather than as part of a public tuition table. - Extracurricular activities: each activity has its own monthly price; extracurriculars are billed monthly, begin in October and run to June; cancellation requires 15 days' notice and the current month's fee is not refundable once invoiced. Certain sports or competitive activities may require purchase of specific equipment. - Cafeteria / meals: a meals service is available and billed separately; adjustments for absences during July/August follow the school's rules and minimum weekly charging may apply for summer weeks. - Lockers: lockers are available to 2nd and 3rd cycle students; a refundable deposit of €20 is paid to obtain the locker key and will be refunded on return of the key if the locker is in good condition. - Late‑collection charge: parents who cause the school to close outside normal hours will be charged an extra €20 per day.
Refund and withdrawal rules - Enrolment and insurance fees paid at registration are non‑refundable in the event of withdrawal. Withdrawal of enrolment or registration during the academic year does not entitle parents to a refund of amounts already paid and does not exempt them from payment of outstanding instalments. For annual payments made in one, two or three instalments, refunds for unused months may be made on withdrawal, but such refunds are calculated net of any applicable early‑payment discounts and the July payment is treated under the school's specific rules (the July month is generally charged in full). Exceptions and specific refund calculations are managed according to the school's published terms and the active fee schedule.
Fee payment methods and practical instructions - Accepted payment methods: payment may be made at the School Secretariat using the on‑site ATM/terminal, via the bank reference shown on the invoice, by education vouchers where applicable, or by bank transfer to the account specified on the invoice (parents should send proof of bank transfer to tesouraria@cesarioverde.com when required). The invoice/fee schedule will indicate the IBAN/account details for bank transfers. Non‑payment within the established deadline may lead to suspension of the student's attendance after formal notice.
Discounts and reductions that affect fees - Sibling discount: a reduction applies to the tuition fee of the sibling enrolled at the lower level — 10% for the second child and 15% for the third child and subsequent children; other protocol/partner discounts may exist but are applied according to the school's terms and are not combinable with sibling reductions.
What is included in the school's fee framework - The school classifies certain items as mandatory in the fee framework (Annual Fee, Enrolment Fee, School Insurance, ICT Educational Resources) and other services (extracurricular activities, meals, lockers, transport partnerships when available) are priced separately; parents are invoiced accordingly and the active fee schedule specifies which items are mandatory.
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Academics
Cesário Verde International School Portugal teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 0 to 15.
Curriculum
The school offers nursery through 9th year. The curriculum follows the Portuguese Ministry of Education framework with bilingual from Kindergarten and learning a second language from an early age. It is a member of the SEK-IES International Education Systems and accredited by Cambridge Assessment English. Learning is consolidated through a collective, innovative, participatory and differentiated project approach that develops collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving. Technology is integrated through interactive whiteboards, iPads for classroom use, robotics and programming materials, and access to the IXL online learning platform; there are international programs including exchange opportunities in the UK and USA.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school centers the student in the learning process and values their individuality. It promotes creativity, collaboration, autonomy, responsibility, communication, cultural interest and aesthetic sense to prepare students for change and to solve future problems. It emphasizes deeper values such as tolerance, justice, responsible citizenship, empathy, self-awareness and growth, and respect for the environment. Interpersonal skills are developed through an interactive methodology that uses projects, activities, games, portfolios and learning strategies to foster constructive dialogue, active listening, appreciation of diversity, personal responsibility, commitment and supportive relationships. The school also provides opportunities for exchanges and international study within the SEK/IES network, encouraging global understanding.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All students aged 3, 4 and 5 have English classes. From nursery age to 2 years old, all students have weekly sessions in English, dance, music and visual expression activities. The teaching of English as a second language follows the Cambridge Assessment international curriculum. The Cambridge Assessment framework is used for English as a second language across the school's early years and primary levels.
Admissions
Admissions
1. The admission process begins with the submission of the Student Pre-Registration Form. If there is no vacancy, a waiting list may be used if the parents desire and communicate. The school will contact families within 48 hours. The admission criteria and the basis for class formation are defined and available for review. 2. Nursery and Kindergarten: After pre-registration, parents are contacted to indicate availability or waiting list. An interview is scheduled with the Admissions Director. Parents are informed if the child is admitted and given a deadline for formalizing registration; the spot is reserved only upon formal registration. Parents must submit all required documents to the School Secretary. 3. Basic Education (1st, 2nd and 3rd cycle): With the beginning of the admission process, parents are contacted indicating if there is a vacancy (if there is none, whether they wish to remain on the waiting list). The day for the admission tests is scheduled with the Parents. After carrying out the tests and with the results, an interview with the Admissions Director is scheduled and a decision is made on admission. If admitted, the registration must be formalized by the established deadline; the place is guaranteed with formalization. Before the start of the school year, lists of materials and the school calendar are provided. 4. Documents: Nursery requires Initial Requirements Assessment Form, Vaccination Record, Citizen Card/ID + Tax Identification Number, Pediatrician's Declaration, Additional Student Information, and Consent. Preschool requires the same documents plus the Enrollment Form. 1st Grade requires Vaccination Record, Citizen Card/ID + Tax Identification Number, Additional Student Information, Consent, and Enrollment Form. 2nd to 9th Grade require Vaccination Record, Citizenship Card/ID, Additional Information, Consent, Enrollment Form, and a Transfer Form.
Waitlist
There is a waiting list option if there is no vacancy. Parents may request to be placed on the waiting list, and the school will contact them when a vacancy arises.
FAQs
What curriculum does Cesário Verde International School Portugal follow?
Cesário Verde International School Portugal follows a Cambridge curriculum. The school offers nursery through 9th year. The curriculum follows the Portuguese Ministry of Education framework with bilingual from Kindergarten and learning a second language from an early age. It ...
Where is Cesário Verde International School Portugal located?
The school is located in Lisbon, Portugal, at Av. Infante D. Henrique, Lot 308, 1950-421 Lisbon. It sits in one of the most privileged and central areas of Lisbon.
What age range does the school serve?
Cesário Verde International School Portugal serves students from age 0 to 15, covering Nursery through 9th grade..
How many students attend Cesário Verde International School Portugal?
Approximately 500 students are enrolled at Cesário Verde International School Portugal.
Is the school co-educational?
Cesário Verde International School Portugal is co-educational.
What languages are taught at the school?
All students aged 3, 4, and 5 have English classes. From Nursery to 2 years old, weekly sessions in English, dance, music, and visual expression; from the age of 2, gymnastics is included. The teaching of English as a second language follows the Cambridge Assessment international curriculum, and the
What facilities does the school offer?
Nursery is located on the ground floor in an independent building with its own dining area and autonomous play area, and direct access to outdoor spaces. The preschool is housed in separate rooms with a playground; classrooms for ages 3 to 5 include art rooms, the auditorium, and the gymnasium, plus
What is the admissions process?
1. The admission process begins with the submission of the Student Pre-Registration Form. If there is no vacancy, a waiting list may be used if the parents desire and communicate. The school will contact families within 48 hours. The admission criteria and the basis for class formation are defined a
What extracurricular activities are available?
Cesário Verde International School offers nursery to the 9th year of primary education. The student is placed at the center of the learning process, with a focus on creativity, collaboration, autonomy, responsibility, communication, cultural interest and aesthetic sense. Learning consolidates throug
What accreditations does Cesário Verde International School Portugal hold?
Cambridge Assessment English accreditation.
Who is the head of school?
The head of school at Cesário Verde International School Portugal is Letícia Fleitas Azuaga.
