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Eden Montessori International School

International School in Algarve

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Eden Montessori International School is an international school serving expat families in Algarve, Portugal. Annual tuition runs $7,348-$10,535; total annual cost reaches roughly $10,042 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. It is accredited by IBO and serves ages Ages 3 to 12.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: Other taught at Eden Montessori International School.
  • Tuition: $7,348–$10,535/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
  • Avg class size: 21 (max 28) Algarve international school · 50 students total.
  • 16 nationalities top: English and Swis.
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 12 school day starts at 9:00 a.m. but doors open at 8:30 a.m..
  • Accreditations: IBO listed accreditations.
OtherAges 3 to 12$7,348–$10,535/yr(6340-9090)
Est. all-in: $10,042/yr(+12%, modeled)Above average in AlgarveModerate admissions81% data coverage
Students

50

Nationalities

16 (English and Swis)

Class Size

21 avg / 28 max

Admissions

Rolling

Accreditations

IBO

small-school

About Eden Montessori International School

Eden Montessori International School in Albufeira is the first of its kind in Portugal, offering a blended Curriculum with Montessori and the International Baccalaureatte PYP program underpinning the pedagogy. The primary language is English, with Portuguese offered as a second language. We offer schooling from age 3-12.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Stated

This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.

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
  • EAL/ESL support listed

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
  • —In-house specialist staff not listed

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. 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.
  3. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  4. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Eden Montessori International School
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$7,348–$10,535
Annual tuition (EUR)6340-9090
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$10,042(+12%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$11,542
Cost position in Algarve58th percentile(above average)
Curriculum

Other

External examinations

We do not do external examinations, all assessments are completed in-house until the end of the PYP / Upper elementary program. (equivalent to Grade 5, 5º Ano)

Additional languages

N/A

Learning support

There is an assistant in each class and each student will be assessed individually to determine if the teaching staff can meet their needs.

Special needs staff

Not at this time.

ESL / EAL support

Yes

School hours

9:00 a.m. but doors open at 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. is the latest option but parents can choose between 12pm, 3:30 pm, or 4pm

School busNo
Lunch

Yes it is an option; lunch can also be bought from home.

Uniform requiredYes
After-school careYes
Dietary accommodations

Vegetarian meals can be offered.

Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: mediumData completeness: 81%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.

At a Glance

Fee Position in Algarve

Budget-friendly
Median
$6,067$7,348–$10,535$18,961

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSmall ClassesDiversitySupport
Eden Montessori International School

Class Size

This school
21
Max class
28
City avg
15

Student Diversity

16nationalities50 students

Moderately diverse

Common: English and Swis

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