CLIP Oporto International School
International School in Porto
Quick answer
CLIP Oporto International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 52 nationalities. At $9,140–$15,190/year, it sits above the Porto average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $9,140–$15,190/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 17 Porto international school · 1,208 students total.
- 52 nationalities top: Portuguese.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: CIS, ECIS verified.
1,208
52 (Portuguese)
17 avg
Rolling
CIS, ECIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About CLIP Oporto International School
CLIP International School of Oporto offers an international curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, with certain modifications to suit both the school's philosophical and pedagogical objectives, and the local context of CLIP, as an international school in Porto, Portugal. Curriculum standards that CLIP offers are considered as of international excellence and provide equivalency in many countries, including Portugal.
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.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $9,140 – $15,190 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 9140-15190 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,665(+12%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,165 |
| Cost position in Porto | 86th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Portuguese
unknown
English as Additional Language
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 Porto
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Portuguese
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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