GIS The International School of São Paulo
International School in São Paulo
Quick answer
GIS The International School of São Paulo delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to internationally mobile families. Founded in 2019.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at GIS The International School of São Paulo.
- Avg class size: 15 São Paulo international school.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 11 school day starts at Drop-off: 7:30 Class starts: 8:15.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
15 avg
Rolling
2019
IBO
About GIS The International School of São Paulo
We are an IB World School and we offer a modern, challenging and international educational programme according to the standards set by the International Baccalaureate (IB)*. Our language of instruction is English, and we have international teachers in our faculty. Brazilian culture and the Portuguese language are also valued through Portuguese classes and typically Brazilian activities and celebrations. Our academic year follows the northern hemisphere calendar (beginning in August and ending in July). As we are a new international school, opened in 2019, we currently have up to Year 1 ( 6-year olds), but the school has plans to expand. We are opening new grades as our students grow, and in August 2023 we will offer up to Year 2 (7-8 year olds).
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?
IB
Portuguese lessons for students of all ages.
unknown
Yes, for students from age 6.
Drop-off: 7:30 Class starts: 8:15 – Half day: 12:00 pm Full day: 3:30 pm
Yes, for half day students we have breakfast at around 10 am, for full day students we have breakfast and lunch. All our meals are fully balanced, healthy and we introduce as many fruit and vegetables to the children as possible. We never use white sugar, or other unhealthy sweeteners.
Yes. This is previously discussed with the parents and adjustments are made based on student's needs and restrictions.
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