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).
Admissions
Rolling Admissions
Required Documents
ID cards and tax identification numbers of student and parents/guardians
Up-to-date vaccination record
Medical certificate (physical fitness)
Most recent school evaluation report
Residence visas, passports, or other relevant documents (if applicable)
Admissions Process
1Submit an Enquiry & Visit the School - Complete enquiry form and meet with Educational Board
2Student Meeting & Assessment - Schedule meeting with Heads of Department and submit previous school reports
Admissions
Entry evaluation for students
Yes.
Waiting list
Yes.
Students can join after academic year begins
Yes, students may start in the middle of the academic year. However, will be subject to admission tests depending on the year of entry. Entry at the beginning of the school year is desirable for full integration into the year group and acquisition of core skills.
3Admission Decision - Receive notification of application outcome and further instructions from Admissions Officer
School Day
School start time
09:00
School finish time
Between 16:05 and 16:50, depending on age group.
Supervised care before/after school
Yes.
School bus service available
Yes.
School provided lunches
No.
Uniform required
Yes (until Grade 9).
Classroom
Max. number of students per class
25
Average number of students per class
20
Does the school employ teaching assistants?
Yes.
Use of technology in the classroom
CIV’s constant concern for educational innovation led to the implementation, in 2006, of an integration project for new technologies, with the use of laptops in the classroom. Nowadays, smart boards and VR were added to these new technologies. Students also use Teams, Managebac and Jstor.
The use of new technologies in all subjects combined with the development of project work (individual and group research methods and techniques together with presentations) has led to a unique development in student learning.
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)
The school is fully equipped for remote and hybrid teaching and learning.
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?
No.
Student Body
Number of students
800
Number of nationalities represented in the school
45
Most common nationality
Portuguese.
Extracurricular
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered: Art, Basketball, Dance, Eco-club, Football, Golf, Music, Drama, Tennis, Robotics.
Afterschool activities: Ballet, Karate, Football, Tennis, Russian, Piano, The Inventors and Happy Code.
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students
Yes.
Facilities
Facilities at the school
Library, Chemistry and Physics Labs, open-air auditorium.
Sports facilities at the school
Cross-country, gymnasium, football pitch, basketball, volleyball, handball and tennis courts.
Language Support
Native English and Portuguese speaking teachers
Yes.
Language support for students not fluent in English and Portuguese
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.
Additional language classes offered by the school
French and Spanish.
Student Support
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs
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.
