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The British School of Lisbon

International School in Lisbon

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The British School of Lisbon follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. The student body draws from 30 nationalities.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: British taught at The British School of Lisbon.
  • Tuition: $15,194–$24,774/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
  • Avg class size: 18 (max 22) Lisbon international school · 160 students total.
  • 30 nationalities top: We don't have a most common nationality..
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 15 school day starts at 8:30.
BritishAges 3 to 15English$15,194–$24,774/yr(13110-21375)
Est. all-in: $21,634/yr(+8%, modeled)Premium in LisbonOpen admissions81% data coverage
Students

160

Nationalities

30 (We don't have a most common nationality.)

Class Size

18 avg / 22 max

Admissions

Rolling

british-curriculumopen-admissionssmall-schooldiverse-community

About The British School of Lisbon

Our school’s mission is to be “A World Leading School,” which means nothing less than having the highest of standards in everything we do. We are unashamedly ambitious with the education we provide, ensuring our children thrive not just academically, but also personally and socially. Every child who attends our school is uniquely special to us and we endeavour to instil, not only a love for learning, but the values and experiences that will remain with them throughout their lives.

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.

  • In-house specialist staff listed
  • Educational psychologist available
  • EAL/ESL support listed

Questions to ask the school

  1. 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.
  2. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  3. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for The British School of Lisbon
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$15,194–$24,774
Annual tuition (EUR)13110-21375
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$21,634(+8%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$23,134
Cost position in Lisbon77th percentile(premium tier)
Curriculum

British

External examinations

SATs

Additional languages

Portuguese

Learning support

unknown

Special needs staff

Limited

ESL / EAL support

Yes

Education psychologistYes
School hours

8:30 – 16:30

School busYes
Lunch

Yes

Uniform requiredYes
After-school careYes
Dietary accommodations

Yes

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 Lisbon

Mid-range
Median
$5,000$15,194–$24,774$33,723

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSmall ClassesDiversity
The British School of Lisbon

Class Size

This school
18
Max class
22
City avg
17

Student Diversity

30nationalities160 students

Highly diverse

Common: We don't have a most common nationality.

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