Vilamoura International School
International School in Algarve
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $8,269–$16,382/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 25) Algarve international school · 800 students total.
- 45 nationalities top: Portuguese..
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 09:00.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIE listed accreditations.
800
45 (Portuguese.)
20 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IBO, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma
About Vilamoura International School
The Vilamoura International School is the most prestigious educational institute (Pre-school, Primary School and Secondary School) in the South of Portugal, comprising the Portuguese National Curriculum, the Cambridge International Education and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP).
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
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.
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $8,269–$16,382 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 7135-14135 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,826(+12%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,326 |
| Cost position in Algarve | 75th percentile(above average) |
IB, British
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma
Portuguese National Exams – Instituto de Avaliação Educativa Cambridge Assessment International Education: Secondary Checkpoint, IGCSE, A-Levels and IB DP Cambridge Assessment English – Certified Cambridge exams centre CAPLE Exams Center – Centro de avaliação e certificação de Português – Língua Estrangeira DELF Centre - Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française
French and Spanish.
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Yes, CIV integrates children with special educational needs, relying on cooperation between the school and the family. Special arrangements are established with the family and according to each child's needs.
In Primary School (English Studies), all students from Grade Pre-1 to Grade 5, who have little or no contact with the Portuguese language are taught according to their level of language proficiency (one level of Portuguese A and 2 levels of Portuguese B). Additionally, extra support is provided in English, according to student’s needs. In the Portuguese curriculum, all students from kindergarten learn English as a Second Language.
09:00 – Between 16:05 and 16:50, depending on age group.
No.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Algarve
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Portuguese.
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