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Theodore International Startup Academy (TISA Lisbon)

Portugal, Lisbon

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €18,000
Ages 3 - 12 years
Opened 2023
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)
Taught languages Portuguese
Typical class size 16
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Primary School
Introduction

The Theodore International Startup Academy (TISA) Lisbon is a private international primary school for ages 3–12, located in Lisbon at R. São Sebastião da Pedreira 27. The school delivers an English-medium, inquiry-based Bespoke Core Curriculum aligned with Cambridge Primary standards. Core subjects include Mathematics, English, Science, Sports, Arts, and Digital Literacy, blended with the Kids-Business Programme, which offers 24 modules across four age bands for students to build real startups. In the afternoon, two professional tracks run: STEM (Robotics, Programming, 3D Modelling, Electronics, Advanced Mathematics) and Creative Arts (Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Graphic Design, Creative Writing). Cambridge Examinations are administered for early-year students (G0–G6/7). Classes are small, with a maximum of 16 students, and full English immersion supports international mobility. Lisbon campus opened in 2023 and sits alongside Leiden in the Netherlands, featuring a 3D Design & Maker Lab, an Inventor Lab, gym, library, cafeteria, outdoor terrace, plus after-school activities.

R. São Sebastião da Pedreira 27, 1050-010 Lisbon, Portugal

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The Essentials

Theodore International Startup Academy (TISA Lisbon) has typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
The Lisbon campus is located at R. São Sebastião da Pedreira 27, 1050-010 Lisbon. The campus operates Monday to Friday, 7:30 to 18:30. The school also has a campus in Leiden, the Netherlands.

Stages
TISA Lisbon is a private international primary school for ages 3–12, offering an inquiry-based core curriculum with a kids-Business program and STEM (Science & Business) / CAD (Creative Arts & Design) tracks.

Type
Private international primary school

Pupil Nationality Mix
20+ nationalities represented; international community.

Additional learning support
Our inclusive approach provides tailored support to children with learning differences, ensuring every student can reach their potential.

School day structure
The school day begins at 08:30. The Core Programme runs until 13:00. The afternoon tracks run 13:00–17:30. The day ends at 17:30, with optional after-school swimming on Wednesday afternoons.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Theodore International Startup Academy (TISA Lisbon) ranges from EUR 18,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- No separate application fee is published. Families submit an online application and confirm a place by paying a deposit and signing the School Fee Agreement; the deposit holds the child's place for one week.

Tuition fees (by year group / age band)

- TISA Lisbon charges a single all‑inclusive annual tuition for all year groups (ages 3–12): EUR 18,000 per year. There is no different published annual tuition by year group — the same annual fee applies across the school's age range. Included in the annual tuition are books, school meals, and the school uniform.

Per-term / per-installment detail

- The school offers two payment options: annual payment or monthly installments. An annual payment receives a 5% discount.
- For reference calculation only: dividing EUR 18,000 by 12 results in EUR 1,500 per month if a 12‑month monthly schedule is used; the school states tuition is payable in monthly installments but does not publish the exact number of installments in the public fee summary. The 5% annual discount on EUR 18,000 equals EUR 900, so an annual prepayment with discount would be EUR 17,100.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable either in monthly installments or annually in advance. A deposit and a signed School Fee Agreement are required to confirm a place; the deposit holds a place for one week while the Fee Agreement is signed. Specific billing dates, the deposit amount, late‑payment penalties, and the detailed billing schedule are set out in the School Fee Agreement and by the Admissions Office.

Boarding fees

- TISA Lisbon operates as a day primary campus (ages 3–12); no boarding provision or boarding fees are published. Optional services (transport, wraparound activities) are offered separately at additional cost.

Other costs and optional fees

- Uniform: included in the annual tuition.
- School meals and books: included in the annual tuition.
- Optional extras charged in addition to tuition and priced on request: pick‑up & drop‑off (transport), swimming lessons, tennis lessons, museum visits and school trips, and other optional programmes. These items are listed as “price on request” and are billed separately when selected.
- Sibling discounts: 10% for the second child and 15% for the third child (applies to tuition).

Refunds and withdrawal

- The contractual terms for deposits, refunds, withdrawals, and any liability for unpaid fees are governed by the School Fee Agreement signed at enrolment. A deposit is required to confirm a place; the School Fee Agreement defines the specific refund or withdrawal conditions. No separate refund schedule is published in the school's public fee summary.

Fee payment options (methods)

- The school's public fee summary states the available payment frequencies (monthly or annual) and the 5% discount for annual payment. Specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, direct debit, or credit card) are not listed in the published fee summary and are confirmed in the School Fee Agreement and by the Admissions Office.
Academics

Theodore International Startup Academy (TISA Lisbon) teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum
The school offers an international, English-medium, inquiry-based curriculum. The Core Programme covers Mathematics, English, Science, Sports, Arts, and Digital Literacy. The TISA Business Programme presents 24 modules for entrepreneurship from age 4 to 17, with students building real startups. There are two professional tracks: STEM (Robotics, Programming, 3D Modelling, Electronics, Advanced Mathematics) and Creative Arts (Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Graphic Design, Creative Writing). Cambridge Exams are administered for early-year students (G0–G6/7) annually. The program emphasizes full immersion in English and small class sizes, with a maximum of 16 students per class.

Student Teacher Ratio
Max class size is 16 students per class.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application: Submit your child's application with basic family and school information to confirm registration. The Admissions Team reviews the application and may request supporting documents. Required documents include birth certificate or passport copy, previous school records, immunization records, recent passport-sized photos, and parent or guardian identification. Applications are accepted year-round with rolling admissions; apply about three months ahead of your child's start date.

2. Tour & Meeting: The Admissions Team reviews your application and schedules a campus visit. Visit the Lisbon campus at R. São Sebastião da Pedreira 27 to meet the team and see the learning environment. English is the language of instruction and English Language Support (ELS) is available for non-native speakers. The visit helps families understand the program and next steps for placement.

3. Deposit & Fee Agreement: Confirm the place with a deposit and sign the School Fee Agreement. Placement confirmation is issued after signing. Your spot is held for one week pending the deposit while you review and sign. Tuition is paid monthly or annually in advance.
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