Ips Cascais British International School Lisbon
International School in Lisbon
Quick answer
Ips Cascais British International School Lisbon is an international school serving expat families in Lisbon. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Lisbon averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Ips Cascais British International School Lisbon.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 19 (max 22) Lisbon international school · 350 students total.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:50am.
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19 avg / 22 max
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About Ips Cascais British International School Lisbon
Small, friendly, professional, very international and a supportive PTA. Happy children are very important to us. When children are happy and relaxed, they are ready to succeed academically and personally. This is why we cultivate and protect the unique atmosphere at IPS Cascais; our approach means that pupils love learning with us and are enabled to achieve their potential.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
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.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
- •Listed (unverified): 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 11548-17755 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,500(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,000 |
| Cost position in Lisbon | 64th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
GL assessments, PASS tests, and NGRT assessments are completed at school.
English Total above average score 93% IPS average Standard Age Score (SAS) 117 Total number of students scoring in the top 10 percentile rank 52% Mathematics Total above average score 90% IPS average Standard Age Score (SAS) 113 Total number of students scoring in the top 10 percentile rank 45%
Portuguese for all pupils; Dutch for the Dutch speakers; Secondary students are offered French and Spanish as an additional language.
Students are given individual or small group support for a variety of issues from dyslexia, dyspraxia, hand writing, comprehension, English language. Major issues might require the help of external agencies for which there is an additional charge.
Yes
Yes, with specialist teachers.
8:50am – 4:00pm
Yes
A daily vegetarian option is available. Specific dietary requirements need to be discussed with the Chef.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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