CJD International School

Porto, Portugal. Rua do Porto Feliz s/n, 4350-016 Porto. The campus is served by a transport service with predefined routes and pickup points.

Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary, Cambridge Advanced.

International school.

Students come from over 50 countries.

The school provides a Psychology and Guidance Service and a Multidisciplinary Support Team for Inclusive Education (EMAEI) to support inclusive education, with universal, selective and additional measures; Special Education support can be provided in small groups or individually, and a Health Space supports student health.

Portugal.

The school offers a transport service with predefined routes and pick-up points.

Cambridge International Programme is the core curriculum at CJD International School, implemented through Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE), and Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Levels). Cambridge Upper Secondary centers on the Cambridge IGCSE, with subjects earning 1 credit (2 for Coordinated Sciences); to progress to Cambridge Advanced, students must accumulate at least 7 credits and pass at least 5 of them in IGCSE. Cambridge ICE (International Certificate of Education) is a group award with five groups: Group I Languages (English, Spanish); Group II Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics, Geography, Cambridge Global Perspectives); Group III Sciences (Co-ordinated Sciences – Double Award); Group IV Mathematics; Group V Professional and Creative (Art and Design, Cambridge Global Perspectives, ICT). English is the official language of instruction and all classes are taught in English; home languages are valued and may be used as learning resources in appropriate contexts; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available; Global Perspectives is compulsory in CJD.

The Office to Support Access to Higher Education provides career development support to help students plan their future path, including personalized consultations, group sessions, participation in career fairs, and guidance for higher education choices.

Special Education services include Gifted and Talented students as part of the school's SEND provisions.

The school fosters a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive environment where respect, acceptance, and happiness are central to every student's experience. The school serves students from over 50 countries, creating a multicultural community that supports global citizenship and collaborative learning. The Cambridge Program guides learners through IGCSE, AS, and A-Level examinations, with the AICE diploma as an option. Core values include resilience, empathy, teamwork, hard work, critical thinking, and global citizenship. The school emphasises strong partnerships with families to support students' passions and pathways to future success, with ongoing improvement in space, projects, and services.

The Specialised Services Team is multidisciplinary, including specialists in special education, psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and health. Each student's unique abilities, difficulties, interests and expectations are taken into account to form an integrated profile that supports growth in a holistic, healthy and meaningful way. The Multidisciplinary Support Team for Inclusive Education (EMAEI) implements a multi-level framework (universal, selective, additional measures) and adapts practices to the Cambridge International Program. The team uses differentiated pedagogy and accommodations to provide appropriate support, including small-group or individual sessions to reinforce study, reading, writing, and socio-emotional skills. The Health Space provides health care, promotes healthy lifestyles, and supports student and staff wellbeing, including care for acute and chronic health needs and referrals as needed.

English is the official language of instruction at CJD International School; all classes are taught in English and staff and students are expected to speak English during lessons. Home languages are valued and may be used as a learning resource, with library and other support to maintain linguistic diversity. For students with language-learning needs, targeted English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided to strengthen academic English, with an Intensive English Course (IEC) in lower years and in upper levels for students likely to reach the required level within six months. Progress in IEC is monitored through regular assessments, with language targets aligned to IGCSE (B1/B2) and A-Level (C1) requirements. Additional language support may include scaffolded instruction, individualized interventions, and teacher mentorship, and the wider school community supports home-language literacy where available.

The health and wellbeing of students is supported by the Health Space, which promotes safe, healthy environments and provides care for acute and chronic health needs, accidents, and trauma, as well as referrals to health professionals when required. The Psychology and Guidance Service offers psychological support, career guidance, and development of skills, adapting methods to each student's needs and the school's context. A Multidisciplinary Support Team for Inclusive Education (EMAEI) works within a Cambridge-aligned framework to provide differentiated pedagogies and accommodations aimed at holistic development and socio-emotional growth. The school's approach to wellbeing is complemented by proactive staff engagement and a focus on fostering resilience, empathy, and inclusive participation across the learning community.

The safeguarding policy is designed to promote the welfare and safety of all children, with regular staff training, annual reviews, and accessible safeguarding information for the school community. Students have rights to feel safe, to be heard, and to report concerns, with trusted adults available to support them. The policy recognises safeguarding challenges for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and ensures they receive appropriate support. Staff are responsible for observing changes in behaviour, identifying concerns early, and providing help, with a designated safeguarding lead (DSL) overseeing safeguarding at the school. External authorities may be involved when necessary, and safeguarding records are kept securely and transferred to the child's next setting as required.

1. Book a visit to begin the admissions process. The admissions process is open to children from Primary 1 to Year 13. CJD International School operates on a rolling basis, offering enrolment throughout the school year until the end of the first term, contingent on availability and meeting admission requirements. If a grade level reaches capacity, a waiting list is maintained and applicants are notified when places become available.

2. Special Educational Needs. The school welcomes students with diagnosed or suspected special educational needs, provided staff and facilities can adequately accommodate them. Parents are encouraged to discuss their child's requirements during the admission process and provide a copy of an educational psychologist's report or a medical report if available. As part of this process, the applicant may be interviewed by the school psychologist, and the school reserves the right to request a psycho-educational evaluation before making a decision if deemed necessary. The school commits to discussing accommodations with parents and medical advisers if the child becomes a student.

3. Fluency in English. The school assesses students' English proficiency based on their expected time at the school. If it is believed students can develop sufficient academic English to transition into the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum during their time with us, they are admitted even if not initially proficient. Generally, Primary 3 is the last year we admit students with limited English proficiency. Parents can choose to arrange English as an additional language tuition at their own expense.

4. Grade placement. Placement is based on the student's previous academic journey (with required equivalences) and age as of September 1 of entry. A student may be placed in a lower grade if appropriate. Placement in a higher grade than the student's age group is considered only in exceptional circumstances, particularly if transcripts show the student has already completed the year. If placed above age, the placement is tentative and a change may be recommended after careful observation.

5. Rolling admissions and waitlist. The admissions process is rolling, with new students admitted throughout the year subject to availability and meeting admission requirements. If a grade level is full, a waiting list is maintained and applicants are notified when places become available. Families are encouraged to start the admissions process early to minimise the risk of missing a place.

6. Enrolment, contracts and fees. Enrollment takes place on the school's premises, following signing of a contract in person with the parent or guardian. The fees include an Enrolment Fee of 400€ and an Application Fee of 250€. An initial three-month deposit secures places for September, and these payments are non-refundable. The contract governs the terms of enrollment and the school calendar applies.

Siblings discount: 10% discount on tuition fees. The discount applies only to tuition fees; other fees are not discounted. The discount is always applied to the youngest student(s).

If a grade level reaches full capacity, the school maintains a waiting list and applicants will be notified when places become available. The admissions process is open to children from Primary 1 to Year 13 and runs on a rolling basis, with enrolment throughout the year subject to availability and requirements. Families are encouraged to initiate the admissions process at their earliest convenience to avoid missing a place.