Portugal, Porto
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OPOMUN 2026 is a student debate conference that brings together young delegates to discuss humanitarian crises, climate security, economic development, disarmament, health, and governance. The event emphasizes diplomacy, collaboration, and global problem-solving, developing critical thinking and public-speaking skills. The school also hosts an All Day F8 English Talk Competition to develop English-language presentation skills. Forms 11 and 12 participate in a CERN trip to explore science in real-world contexts.
An Evening Solidarity Concert and a Forms 3 & 4 Play provide cultural and artistic opportunities. The school supports music and theatre through extra-curricular activities, including performances and artistic expression.
OPOMUN is a Model UN-style conference that promotes intercultural understanding and diplomacy. The All Day F8 English Talk Competition develops English-language presentation skills. An Evening Solidarity Concert and Forms 3 & 4 Plays offer opportunities to engage with culture and language in collaborative settings. Students also participate in international experiences such as a CERN trip.
CLIP Teams runs sport programs including football, basketball, and swimming. The facilities include a heated 25m indoor pool and a synthetic football pitch. Students compete in inter-school events and have recorded athletic achievements in swimming. CLIP also hosts cultural events such as concerts and theatre performances that contribute to student life.
OPOMUN 2026 fosters leadership, diplomacy, and public-speaking through a conference-style setting. Participation in debates and team activities builds collaboration and professional communication. The school's emphasis on student-led, collaborative activities provides opportunities to develop leadership and teamwork.
Sport programs are central to CLIP's wellbeing, including football, basketball, and swimming. Facilities include a heated indoor pool and a synthetic football pitch. The school also offers active after-school and summer options, including events such as the Easter Camp.
CLIP – Oporto International School is an international, non‑profit day school in Porto, Portugal, serving learners from ages 3 to 18. The school offers an international curriculum based on the English National Curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels as the assessment pathway, tailored to CLIP's local context. The campus covers more than 25,000 square metres in a desirable area of Porto, with a multi‑functional layout that supports learning across age groups. Facilities include a 200‑seat auditorium, two 100‑seat amphitheatres, multiple art rooms, a Music Centre, a Drama Room and extensive science labs, plus a 25‑metre heated indoor pool. Outdoor sports facilities feature two tennis courts, a football pitch, basketball court and climbing wall. Extra‑curricular activity emphasises Model United Nations and Community Service, with Fine and Performing Arts integrated throughout. Notable opportunities include OPOMUN 2026, an All Day F8 English Talk Competition, and a CERN trip for senior students.