Tuition fees vary by year group. Detailed fee information is available upon request directly from the school.

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Rolling enrolment throughout the academic year, subject to availability.

Urban residential setting in São Paulo, with two campuses offering a secure, purpose-built learning environment within a well-established international community.

BCB is a highly international school community, with students representing over 40 nationalities. Approximately 50% of the student body is international, and 75% of teaching staff are recruited internationally, creating a culturally diverse and globally minded learning environment.

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Early Years
Primary School
Secondary School
Pastoral Care & Wellbeing
Learning Support & EAL
University & Careers Counselor

BCB blends the English National Curriculum with the local Brazilian Curriculum, so our students are prepared for the best universities, locally and abroad:

International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC – ICA)

International Primary Curriculum (IPC – ICA)

Cambridge IGCSE

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

The curriculum is designed to combine academic rigour with creativity, inquiry and global perspectives.

Cambridge IGCSE examinations

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme assessments

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English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Learning Support

Pastoral care and wellbeing support

University guidance and counselling

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Technology is integrated across the curriculum to support learning, research, collaboration and digital literacy, using age-appropriate platforms, tools and AI.

Sports

Performing arts

Creative and academic clubs

Enrichment activities

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Students are required to wear a school uniform appropriate to their year group, with exception to years 12 and 13 (formal attire).

To join our international school in São Paulo, Brazil, you’ll need to meet a few admissions requirements. As part of the application process, you’ll need to:

• Provide your child’s school reports from the last three years (in English).
• Provide a school transcript or Histórico Escolar if your child is joining us in Year 2 (1st grade) or above.
• Provide proof of enrolment from your child’s previous school.
• Join us for a family interview, either in São Paulo or via Skype.
• Send us your RG or passport/RNE and CPF.
• Provide your child’s birth certificate (for students with Brazilian nationality), passport/RNE (for students of other nationalities), and CPF.
• Submit a clearance letter from your child’s previous school.

BCB accepts applications throughout the year, subject to space availability.

To be a caring, inclusive international community that empowers children to succeed and flourish through a world-class education.

BCB believes that academic excellence and wellbeing go hand in hand. The school is committed to personalised learning, high-quality teaching and developing confident, resilient global citizens prepared for an ever-changing world.

The British College of Brazil is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global family of premium international schools. Since its founding, BCB has built a strong reputation in São Paulo for academic excellence, internationalism and a personalised approach to education.

Student visa requirements depend on nationality. Families are advised to consult Brazilian immigration authorities or the school’s admissions team for guidance.

Families relocating to São Paulo receive guidance and support through the admissions process but are responsible for securing accommodation independently.

Employment opportunities are available periodically for qualified teaching and professional staff. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the school’s website or Nord Anglia Education Careers Portal.

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BCB offers one-of-a-kind global learning opportunities through Nord Anglia Education, including collaborations with institutions such as MIT, Juilliard and UNICEF, enriching students’ academic and personal development.