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International Schools in Campinas, Brazil

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About international schools in Campinas, Brazil

Campinas is served by a small group of bilingual and international schools that typically combine Brazil’s national requirements with international programmes such as the International Baccalaureate and American-style diplomas, and sometimes elements of British/IGCSE pathways; instruction is commonly bilingual English - Portuguese with Spanish offered at several schools. Published tuition figures for Campinas schools are patchy and vary by age and programme; many families find that international-school fees in the São Paulo metropolitan area set a useful benchmark, and must also budget separately for registration, transport, meals and exam or activity charges. The main intake follows the Brazilian school year (late January/early February), though schools often accept mid-year admissions when places are available, and applications normally require recent school reports, immunisation records and identity documents plus a language or placement check for non-Portuguese speakers. When researching options, check each school’s IB or other authorisations, formal accreditation and how it supports learners who are new to Portuguese or English, because provision for language learning and transition support varies between schools.

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At a glance 3 schools · avg fee BRL 65,100
Schools listed
3
Curricula
9
Average annual fee
BRL 65,100
Fee range
BRL 51,600 – 78,600
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
850 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Escola Americana de Campinas
Oldest
Escola Americana de Campinas (1956)
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FAQs for Brazil

What international curricula will I find in Campinas and how do they differ?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and schools offering American-style diplomas or internationally framed programmes alongside the Brazilian curriculum; some schools blend those systems so pupils can receive a Brazilian diploma and an international qualification. The IB is a coherent, inquiry-based continuum from primary through to the diploma, whereas American and British-style programmes emphasise grade-by-grade credit and subject options; ask schools how they integrate Brazilian requirements with any international programme they offer.
How much should I budget for international schooling in Campinas?
Specific published fees for Campinas schools are limited and vary by age and programme, so the only reliable way to budget is to request each school’s full fee schedule (annual tuition, registration, transport, uniforms and exam or activity charges). For context, published annual tuition at international schools in the greater São Paulo area is often substantially higher than regional Brazilian schools and is commonly used as a benchmark, so expect variation and ask for a clear list of one-off and recurring costs before accepting an offer.
When should we start the admissions process if we’re relocating to Campinas?
The Brazilian school year normally starts in late January or early February, and that is the main intake for most international and bilingual schools; many schools also run rolling admissions and will consider mid-year starts if space permits. Begin enquiries as soon as your move is confirmed - a sensible window for popular year groups is three to nine months before the intended start - and be ready to supply recent school reports, immunisation records, passport copies and, if requested, language or placement assessments.
What languages are used for teaching, and is support available for children who don’t speak Portuguese?
Most international schools in Campinas teach primarily in English and Portuguese, with structured Portuguese language lessons and additional languages such as Spanish available at many schools; some schools run immersion or bilingual tracks. Schools commonly offer English-language support for newcomers and Portuguese as an additional language for expatriate children, but the level and model of language support vary, so confirm the school’s approach to newcomers and whether dedicated EAL/Portuguese support staff are provided.
What practical checks should parents make when comparing schools in Campinas?
Check that the school is authorised for any international programme it claims (for example, IB authorisation) and holds recognised accreditation or registration with Brazil’s education authorities, and ask for details of recent inspection or accreditation reports. Also review language-support provision, class sizes and SEN support, transport and extra costs, university-counselling or exam pathways for older pupils, and request a copy of the full, current fee schedule and admissions contract before committing.