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✓ What we like
New Restelo campus opened 2024 — purpose-built secondary facility within the Os Belenenses sports complex, one of Lisbon's most prestigious locations
English National Curriculum — same framework as top UK independent schools, with strong university preparation leading to IGCSE and A Levels
Central Lisbon location — Cais do Sodré primary campus is one of the most accessible in the city
46 nationalities — genuinely international community with a British educational tradition
Properly accredited and documented school — COBIS member, recognised by República Portuguesa, part of Dukes Education network. All the right credentials are in place
◎ Worth noting
Currently goes up to Year 10 only — secondary school (Year 11+) opens September 2026, A Levels from 2027. Families with older children should plan accordingly
No exam results to evaluate yet — the first IGCSE cohort will sit exams once Year 11 opens in September 2026. There is no published results history at this point. Worth factoring in if academic outcomes data matters to your family
BSL has 46 nationalities in its community and maintains class sizes of 18–22 students. It is a COBIS member and recognised by the República Portuguesa. The Restelo campus, located within the Os Belenenses sports complex, gives students access to top-level sporting facilities and connects them to one of Lisbon's most beloved football clubs — reflecting BSL's philosophy of educating the whole child academically, socially and physically.
School profile
Founded
2019
Ages
3–16 (Secondary from Sep 2026)
Campuses
2 — Cais do Sodré · Restelo
Average class size
18–22 students
School hours
8:30 – 15:30
Nationalities
46
Boarding
No
Lunch
Not included (€1,800/yr)
Curriculum
English National Curriculum (Early Years – Key Stage 3) · Cambridge IGCSE (from Sep 2026) · A Levels (from Sep 2027)
Programme authorisations
⏳ Cambridge IGCSE — pending (Sep 2026)
Institutional accreditations
✓ COBIS Member
Portuguese education licence
✓ Recognised by República Portuguesa (DGE)
Owner / type
Dukes Education (10 countries)
Academics
Nursery–Year 5
English National Curriculum — Early Years & Primary (Cais do Sodré campus)
Years 6–9
English National Curriculum — Key Stage 3 (Restelo campus)
Years 10–11
IGCSE examinations — Key Stage 4 (Year 11 starts September 2026)
Years 12–13
AS & A Levels — launching September 2027
Teaching language
English
Languages offered
Portuguese, French
PT integration
Portuguese language and cultural studies woven into curriculum
University prep
University guidance team from enrolment; pathways to UK, US, and European universities
After school activities
Sports
Basketball, Football, Ping-pong, Yoga, Climbing
Arts & creative
Photography, Pottery, Crochet Club, Public Speaking
Technology
STEM, Web Development
Music
Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Clarinet, Saxophone, Violin
Sports access (Restelo)
Os Belenenses sports complex — football, athletics, outdoor facilities
Fees · 2026/27
Annual tuition 2025/26 · English National Curriculum · Lunch not included
Nursery (age 3–4) — Cais do Sodré
€13,633
Year 1 (age 5–6) — Cais do Sodré
€15,818
Year 2 (age 6–7) — Cais do Sodré
€15,818
Year 3 (age 7–8) — Cais do Sodré
€17,100
Year 4 (age 8–9) — Cais do Sodré
€17,100
Year 5 (age 9–10) — Cais do Sodré
€17,100
Year 6 (age 10–11) — Restelo
€17,860
Year 7 (age 11–12) — Restelo
€17,860
Year 8 (age 12–13) — Restelo
€17,860
Year 9 (age 13–14) — Restelo
€17,860
Year 10 (age 14–15) — Restelo · IGCSE prep
€22,230
Year 11 (from Sep 2026) — Restelo · IGCSE
€22,230 (est.)
* Tuition does not include lunch (€1,800/yr), transport, or uniform. Enrolment fee €5,000 one-time per family. Application fee €250. A Levels launching September 2027. Always verify fees directly with the school.
Frequently asked questions
What are the two BSL campuses and how do they work?
BSL operates two campuses in Lisbon. The original Cais do Sodré campus (Rua de S. Paulo 89) serves Nursery through Year 5 and is located in one of central Lisbon's most accessible areas. The new Restelo campus (Rua de Alcolena 10), which opened in September 2024, serves Year 6 and above and is situated within the Os Belenenses sports complex — 12 minutes from Cais do Sodré. Students transition to Restelo in Year 6 as part of the school's middle school model.
What curriculum does BSL follow, and when will IGCSE and A Levels be available?
BSL follows the English National Curriculum — the same framework used by the UK's leading independent schools — adapted to include Portuguese language and culture. Students in Years 10–11 prepare for IGCSE examinations. Year 11 begins in September 2026, and a full AS Level and A Level programme launches in September 2027. Families with children currently in Year 7–9 should factor this timeline into their planning.
What is Dukes Education and what does it mean for BSL?
Dukes Education is a global group of schools operating in the UK, Croatia, Czechia, Greece, Ireland, Poland, Romania, Spain and Switzerland. BSL joined the Dukes family in January 2026, becoming their fifth school in Portugal. The partnership gives BSL access to a global talent pool of educators, international student exchange programmes, shared curriculum resources, and the collective experience of a well-established education group. For families, it means the school has institutional backing and a longer-term development plan.
What are the first-year costs at BSL?
For a child starting in Year 1, first-year costs include: tuition (€15,818) + one-time enrolment fee (€5,000 per family) + application fee (€250) + lunch if required (€1,800/yr) = approximately €22,868 in year one. The enrolment fee is a one-time payment per family — it does not apply again for subsequent children or years. Transport and uniform are additional.
Is BSL a good choice for families new to Lisbon?
BSL works well for families coming from British schools or those planning to return to the UK system — the English National Curriculum and IGCSE pathway are familiar and transferable. The central Cais do Sodré location makes it easy to access from most parts of Lisbon. The school is still growing (founded 2019), which means families become part of a school building its community and identity. For older students specifically heading for A Levels, it is worth confirming the exact timeline for Year 11 and 12 with the admissions team.