Portugal, Algarve
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Portuguese and English are taught; Primary Years include a Portuguese section and an English section, with daily language-support in both. In 2º Ciclo, English is taught as a second language. In 3º Ciclo, students study English plus a third language (Spanish, French or German) while instruction remains in Portuguese. The school is a Cambridge Learning Partner and Cambridge Exam Preparation Centre; the English Studies Programme follows Cambridge Assessment International Education's curriculum.
Yes. The Primary Years Programme has Portuguese and English sections with instruction delivered in the corresponding language, and daily language-support lessons in both sections. In Middle School 3º Ciclo, students study three languages: English and either Spanish, French or German, with Portuguese as the language of instruction.
Colégio Bernardette Romeira is an international school for learners aged 3 to 16, located in Olhão, Portugal. The campus operates as a Cambridge Learning Partner and Cambridge Exam Preparation Centre, delivering Cambridge English Studies and assessments alongside a Portuguese framework. In Early Years, Nursery and 3–5 year-old classes use a child-centered, play-based approach with a smooth transition to Year 1. Primary Years (Years 1–4) are taught in a bilingual Portuguese–English setting, with daily language support and opportunities for independent thinking and cross-disciplinary connections. Middle School follows the Portuguese curriculum, with English taught as a second language and three-language options in Years 7–9. The school also combines Cambridge alignment with Portuguese Studies up to Year 9 and International Studies up to Year 6. Facilities include a library, swimming, karate and basketball, plus Probotica robotics and programming. Notable features: English Studies Programme, Drama and Music, and a range of language and clubs.