The British School of Rio de Janeiro

Founded in 1924, The British School of Rio de Janeiro is a non-profit, independent and co-educational school for children of all nationalities. While the majority of the pupils are Brazilian, the school retains its essentially British curriculum, ethos and character.

The British School of Rio de Janeiro aims to provide a broad, balanced and relevant education to meet the needs of both the international and local community. Pupils acquire Brazilian and international qualifications, being prepared to transfer to international or local schools and enter universities overseas and in Brazil.

The Primary curriculum at The British School of Rio de Janeiro is based on the English National Curriculum. The secondary school prepares students for the Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. English is the language of teaching and learning and its use, fluency and accuracy are promoted to the fullest extent. Practical experiences, both inside and outside the classroom, are a vital aspect of the curriculum. Throughout the school, day outings, field trips and residential trips are organized to support learning.

The focus on high academic standards is balanced by a concern to develop pupils’ physical, emotional and social needs and to ensure that they are well prepared for life. The highest value is placed on good social behaviour and moral standards in which respect for the individual and the environment are paramount. There is a strong extra-curricular programme including community service, sports, performing arts, MUN and a very active Duke of Edinburgh Award programme.

The British School of Rio de Janeiro offers a happy, stimulating and positive atmosphere within which new children settle in easily. Classes are small, which permits considerable individual attention and enables teachers to create a caring and well-disciplined learning environment. A complete Nursery to Class 11 school is housed on two separate sites in the South Zone of Rio. An additional school is being gradually developed in a suburban region of the city. On all school premises, the highest priority is placed on health, safety and security.

The academic at The British School of Rio de Janeiro year runs from February to December. The school day is from to 07:45 to 15:15 within staggered entrance and dismissal time for the different year groups.

Admissions are open throughout the year for pupils who would benefit from an academically demanding English language education. Entry is based on previous school reports together with screening, testing and/or interview, depending on age.