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Portugal, Lisbon
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The Lisboan is an international school for students aged 3 to 18. In 2026 the school serves ages 3 to 15 (Nursery through Year 10), with Year 11 opening in 2026, Year 12 in 2027, and Year 13 in 2028. The school follows the National Curriculum for England adapted for an international setting, delivering Cambridge IGCSEs and, from 2027, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Admissions are rolling with no application deadline; assessments may be conducted during the academic year. Applications are online and the six‑step process is: 1. Enquire; 2) Gather Documents (child's Passport, both parent/guardian passports, Vaccination Record, End of Year Report, Passport‑size Photo); 3) Application (online form and documents) with a €250 application fee; 4) Assessment (if applicable) to determine placement; 5) Offer by email with next enrolment steps; 6) Secure the place within 10 working days by submitting the Acceptance form, Parent/Guardian Contract, paying the enrolment fee, and signing The Lisboan Values and Data Protection Agreements. The Age Placement Guide maps birth dates to Nursery through Year 13 (examples include 1 September 2021–31 August 2022 = Nursery 3–4 yrs; 1 September 2020–31 August 2021 = Reception 4–5 yrs, etc.). The Lisboan is a member of COBIS and will work toward CIS and WASC accreditation. The application fee is €250 and the enrolment fee is €2,500 (until 31 March 2026; otherwise €3,000).
The Lisboan International School is a British international school in central Lisbon. Opened in September 2025, it currently serves students from FS1 to Year 10, following the Cambridge International Curriculum and progressing to Cambridge IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. From 2027 it will offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school occupies a historic building in Alcântara that has been renovated into flexible, innovative learning spaces powered by solar energy and designed for low energy use. The City as Our Classroom approach links learning to Lisbon's culture and community, fostering curiosity, confidence and global citizenship. The Artemis Education network supports the school, alongside COBIS membership and ongoing accreditation work toward CIS and WASC. A strong emphasis on outdoor education and sport is supported by partnerships with Atlético CP, Monsanto Forest Park and Escala25, while music and arts flourish through collaboration with the Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra, inspiring education.
