Barlavento International Primary School
International School in Algarve
Quick answer
Barlavento International Primary School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a 51-year track record in Algarve. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $7,050–$7,050/year is in line with Algarve averages. The student body draws from 27 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Barlavento International Primary School.
- Tuition: $7,050–$7,050/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 22) Algarve international school · 84 students total.
- 27 nationalities top: There is no prominent nationality.
- Ages: Ages 5 to 11 school day starts at 9:15.
84
27 (There is no prominent nationality)
20 avg / 22 max
Rolling
1975
About Barlavento International Primary School
Barlavento International Primary School is a happy international family school that has been providing high-quality primary education to children in the Algarve since 1975.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,050 – $7,050 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 7050-7050 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $8,150(+16%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $9,650 |
| Cost position in Algarve | 25th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
None
Portuguese
Each child is offered the support they need.
Yes.
Yes
9:15 – 15:30
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Algarve
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: There is no prominent nationality
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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