Primary School

CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL IN LISBON (Ages 5-11)

STRONG FOUNDATIONS FOR LEARNING, CONFIDENCE FOR LIFE

The Primary Years are a time of tremendous growth, curiosity and discovery. At The Lisboan, we combine the academic rigour of the Cambridge Primary Programme with a highly personalised, student-centred approach that helps every child develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning.

Our students are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, take risks and make meaningful connections between what they learn and the world around them. Through engaging learning experiences, strong relationships and a supportive environment, children develop the knowledge, skills and character needed to thrive both now and in the future.

At The Lisboan, Primary School is about far more than academic achievement. It is about helping children develop the confidence, curiosity, skills and character to become capable learners, thoughtful citizens and resilient young people ready for the opportunities ahead.

WHY CHOOSE THE LISBOAN PRIMARY SCHOOL?

STRONG ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS

    Students follow the internationally recognised Cambridge Primary Programme, supported by evidence-based approaches such as White Rose Maths and daily literacy development.

STRONG LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

Students develop confidence and fluency in English while also building a strong understanding of Portuguese language and culture. Portuguese pathways for both native and non-native speakers ensure every child receives the appropriate level of support and challenge, while Year 6 students begin learning French.

LEARNING CONNECTED THROUGH THEMES

Six transdisciplinary themes each year help students make meaningful connections across subjects and understand how learning relates to the real world.

SPECIALIST TEACHING

Students benefit from specialist teachers in Portuguese, French, Art, Music, Computer Science and Physical Education, while maintaining the security of a dedicated Homeroom Teacher.

PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

At the end of every theme, students present their learning to families, developing confidence, public speaking and reflective thinking.

ACTIVE & HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

Students enjoy Physical Education three times each week, promoting wellbeing, teamwork and healthy habits – swimming, parkour, cricket, and invasion games are a few examples of activities included.

A COMMUNITY WHERE EVERY CHILD IS KNOWN

Small classes, strong relationships and personalised support ensure every student is challenged, supported and valued as an individual.

THE CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY PROGRAMME

The Cambridge Primary Programme provides an internationally recognised framework for children aged 5–11 and is taught in thousands of schools around the world.

The programme develops strong foundations in English, Mathematics and Science while encouraging learners to become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged.

At The Lisboan, Cambridge Primary provides the academic structure that underpins our curriculum while allowing teachers the flexibility to create meaningful, engaging learning experiences connected to students’ interests and the world around them.

Through Cambridge Primary, students develop both the knowledge and the learning habits needed for success in Secondary School and beyond.

 

A PRIMARY EDUCATION THAT COMBINES ACADEMIC RIGOUR, MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS AND REAL-WORLD LEARNING – HELPING EVERY CHILD DEVELOP THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE TO THRIVE.

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"At The Lisboan International School, children can become whoever they want to be, whether that’s a professional surfer, digital entrepreneur, environmental lawyer, or teacher for the next generation." Niall Brennan - Founder of Artemis Education
"The Lisboan is something truly special. And to be part of a school from the very beginning—helping shape its culture, its energy, and its impact—is an opportunity I’m incredibly excited for." Daniel Van Dijk - PE teacher