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International Schools in Setúbal, Portugal

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About international schools in Setúbal, Portugal

Setúbal is a smaller, coastal market for international schooling compared with nearby Lisbon, and the local options commonly follow British and International Baccalaureate (IB) pathways delivered in English with Portuguese taught as a second language. Fees for international schools in the Lisbon/Setúbal catchment typically sit within the same lower-to-mid range seen across the Lisbon area, though exact tuition and one-off enrolment charges vary by school. Most international schools plan for a September intake, and families are advised to begin enquiries several months before their intended start date because popular year groups can fill. Expect schools to request previous school reports, identity documents and health/immunisation records as part of the enrolment process, and always confirm current fees and available places directly with the school.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee EUR 9,143
Schools listed
5
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
EUR 9,143
Fee range
EUR 5,620 – 17,280
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
1,500 pupils
Largest by enrolment
St. Peters International School
Oldest
Colégio do Vale (1992)
With boarding
1
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FAQs for Portugal

How many international schools are there in Setúbal and which curricula do they offer?
Setúbal hosts only a small number of international schools, and the market is focused mainly on British-style and IB curricula rather than a wide array of alternatives. Families should check each school’s published curriculum offer because some institutions combine international programmes with Portuguese language provision or local qualifications.
What are the main differences between the British and IB options I’ll see in Setúbal?
British-style schools usually follow the National Curriculum of England with Key Stages, IGCSEs and often A-levels or UK-adapted upper-secondary pathways, while IB schools offer the PYP, MYP and Diploma Programme with an international, inquiry-led structure. In practical terms the British route tends to be subject-based with external examinations at set ages, whereas the IB emphasises interdisciplinary assessment and a two-year diploma for university entry; both approaches commonly teach in English and provide structured Portuguese tuition.
How much should I budget for annual tuition and extra costs?
Headline tuition in the Lisbon - Setúbal area typically falls in the lower-to-mid ranges recorded for Lisbon international schools, but fees vary by year group and school; families should expect substantial variation and check each school’s published schedule. Many schools also charge a non-refundable enrolment or registration fee, and there can be additional costs for transport, meals, uniforms and activities, so add a buffer for extras when budgeting.
When should we apply and how do admissions work for international schools here?
Most international schools plan for a September start and families commonly begin enquiries and applications several months in advance; for popular schools and year groups start the process in the autumn or early winter before the intended September entry. Many schools operate rolling admissions and can accept mid-year entrants where space exists, but places in particular year groups may be limited and schools typically require previous reports, identification and health records as part of their enrolment checks.
What ages and year groups do international schools in Portugal cover, and how do they map to the Portuguese system?
International schools generally cover the full range from early years through to upper secondary (pre-school up to 16 - 18), but each school publishes its own age ranges and equivalence tables to Portuguese year groups. Compulsory schooling in Portugal runs from around age six to 18, and international schools will help families understand how years/grades translate for purposes such as local residency requirements and later transitions into Portuguese state education.