Portugal, Algarve
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Assessment in the early years concentrates on the social, emotional and physical development of our students. In primary and lower secondary, assessment also evaluates behavior and work habits to support personal development so students prosper socially, emotionally and academically.
The school offers Psychology and Guidance services with a multidisciplinary team, including Early Intervention and Special Education (low frequency, high intensity) and support for learning difficulties (high frequency, low intensity) and socio-educational integration. Occupational and Sensory Therapy and Speech Therapy are available.
The school teaches English Studies using the Cambridge Assessment English Methodology for Primary and Lower Secondary Education (Years 1-9).
The Gabinete Técnico Pedagógico provides Psychology and Guidance services with a specialist, intervening at psychological and psychopedagogical levels, including Early Intervention, Special Education, learning difficulties and socio-educational integration, with a focus on emotional stability.
The school has a Code of Conduct and engages in safeguarding activities, including safety education in partnership with PSP's Escola Segura program for the Pre-School and 1st Cycle, and uses the 'Estou Aqui! Crianças' bracelet to aid in rapid reunification with families.
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.