IPS Cascais British International School

Yes, for an additional charge.

Yes, door-to-door transport service is available.

A daily vegetarian option is available. Specific dietary requirements need to be discussed with the Chef.

Yes, from Year 1 upwards.

Yes, all classes from FS1 to Year 2 have a dedicated classroom assistant. Teaching assistants are shared between classes in Key stage 2.

Interactive boards are available in all classrooms. IPads and Chromebooks are used for blended learning from Years 3 upwards. Our curriculum includes lessons in coding and digital literacy.

A large variety of extracurricular activities are offered on a daily basis for all children. Options include team sports, knitting, arts & crafts, Lego; the list goes on. Clubs change annually to keep things fresh. On average, 30% of children enrolled at school stay for an activity.

IPS employs a specialist PE teacher who teachers the curriculum. Additionally we have school teams that play football, basketball, athletics and cross country. The teams play competitively in the local area.

Facilities include a fully-stocked library, computer lab, STEAM room, and a dedicated outdoor learning area.

Sport facilities include a small gymnasium, as well as multipurpose areas for football, basketball and tennis. Developments expected on our Primary site in 2023.

98% of teachers are Native English speakers.

Yes, with specialist teachers.

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.

If required.