The International School of Madeira

The International School of Madeira is located in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. The address is Quinta Martins, Rua da Levada de Santa Luzia 40, 9050-219 Funchal, Portugal. The school serves children from ages 3 to 10 through its Infant School (ages 3–5) and Cambridge Primary (ages 6–10). It offers Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary curricula with bilingual English-Portuguese instruction.

Infant School (Nursery to Reception; ages 3–5) and Primary School (Grade 1 to Grade 4; ages 6–10).

International day school offering Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary curricula with bilingual English-Portuguese instruction.

Infant School runs September to July; Primary School runs September to June.

The Infant School follows the Cambridge Early Years (EYFS) curriculum for ages 3 to 6, organized around six curriculum areas and designed to support bilingual and multilingual learners. It supports learners whatever their level of English when they begin and can offer a bilingual or multilingual approach if home languages differ from English. The Primary School follows the Cambridge Primary Curriculum for ages 6 to 10, providing a well-rounded education across more than ten subjects, including English, mathematics and science. Cambridge Primary English strengthens reading, writing, speaking and listening, while Cambridge Primary Mathematics builds mathematical understanding and problem-solving skills. The curriculum is highly flexible, allowing ISM to adapt it to the learning environment, cultural context and a Portuguese program, with enrichment and broader development opportunities.

Enrichment provision provides additional support in all classes while also challenging students who demonstrate advanced understanding through targeted curriculum interventions.

Pastoral care is at the heart of ISM's Infant School, providing emotional and social support to help children settle in. A holistic approach supports each child's social, emotional, and cultural development, helping them gain confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of self. The Cambridge Early Years curriculum is child-centred and play-based, designed to develop at each child's own pace and focuses on social and emotional development. Classrooms and outdoor spaces encourage collaboration, creativity, and exploration. Cambridge Early Years also supports bilingual and multilingual learners, making it accessible to children from diverse language backgrounds.

Enrichment provision provides additional support in all classes. Targeted curriculum interventions foster mastery of key skills and concepts.

It supports learners, whatever their level of English when they begin the programme. A bilingual or multilingual approach is offered if learners have a home language other than English. The Cambridge Early Years Curriculum also supports bilingual and multilingual learners.

Pastoral care is at the heart of ISM's Infant School, providing emotional and social support to help children settle in. The pastoral program uses thoughtful guidance and structured routines and maintains open communication with families. A holistic approach supports social, emotional, and cultural development. This helps children gain confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of self.

1. Begin the enrolment process by completing the online application form for each child. If you are enrolling multiple children, submit one form for each child. After submission, you will be contacted by the admissions team to continue the application process. The admissions process seeks learners who demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to learning, and a willingness to contribute to school life. 2. Applications may be submitted up to two years in advance. Availability beyond Reception depends on student withdrawals, making early entry into Nursery highly recommended. This process ensures families plan ahead for start dates. Prospective families are invited to explore ISM and discover the enriching experiences that await their child. 3. To begin the enrolment process, complete the form below. If you are seeking to enrol multiple children, submit one form for each child. After submission, you will be contacted by our admissions team to continue the application process. The enrolment form collects parent and child information including parent title, name, email, phone, child name, date of birth, desired start date, and how you heard about ISM.