IPS Cascais Rua da Lagoa 171, Bicesse, 2645-344 Alcabideche, Lisbon, Portugal +351 214 570 149

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School type	Co-educational Day
Founded	1982
Head of School	Christopher Starling
Co-ed Age Range	3-13 years (up to 18 in September 2028)
Number of pupils	400
Average Tuition	€12,981 per annum
Curriculum	UK
Language of Instruction	English
Average Class Size	20
Teacher/Pupil ratio	1:10

IPS Cascais prides itself on extending a warm welcome to children and parents from around the world. With a student body of approximately 400 pupils, the school hosts a close-knit community of nearly 40 different nationalities. Located 25 km west of Lisbon, the school attracts families from Cascais and nearby areas such as Oeiras and Sintra, with some families even commuting from Lisbon.

This vibrant international community fosters a learning environment that promotes global understanding and cultural appreciation. The school is renowned for its high academic standards and encourages students to excel in all aspects of the curriculum.

The school was founded in 1982 and has been teaching the National Curriculum of England for 40 years. In 2010, the school moved to its sustainable, purpose-built facilities designed for primary education. This colourful campus includes playing fields, a library with over 22,000 books, and ample outdoor learning spaces. In September 2024, IPS will have Year 7 to 9 classes available in their secondary school, with a brand-new secondary campus set to open in 2025. Over the coming years, IPS Cascais will offer year groups from Early Years to Year 13.

The average class size at IPS Cascais is 20 students, with a teacher-student ratio of 1:10. The school places great importance on helping children become healthy, independent, and responsible members of society. The supportive school ethos encourages pupils' personal, social, and emotional development.

IPS Cascais is a proud member of Globeducate, one of the world's leading K12 education groups, with more than 60 premium bilingual and international schools in 11 countries, educating more than 40,000 students. Membership of Globeducate's British International Schools (GBIS) provides numerous benefits, including global events, partnerships, and learning communities focused on areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Outdoor Learning, STEAM, and Reading and Writing.

Students and teachers engage in collaborative projects through partnerships with organisations like LEGO® Education, WWF (World Wildlife Fund), Eco-Schools, and Arts International. Globeducate's vision is to prepare each student to become a global citizen who can shape the world.