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Prime Boarding Lisbon

A home away from home for ambitious students aged 13–18, blending world-class academics, personalised care, and the vibrant culture of Lisbon.

Age range

13–18 years

Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Curricula

IGCSE • A Levels • BTEC

Capacity

Premium suites for 120 boarders

Boutique residences

Twin & quad suites with designer study hubs and skyline views.

24/7 pastoral team

House parents, nurses, counsellors, and mentors on-site.

Chef-led dining

Performance menus, allergy-safe stations, and nutrition coaching.

Verified excellence

ISO 9001, Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel, and Portuguese MOE.

Prime Boarding Experience

More than accommodation. A launchpad for purposeful lives.

Students thrive in a multicultural community that blends academic ambition, social-emotional coaching, and Lisbon’s thriving arts, tech, and sports ecosystem.

  • Personal mentors, academic tutors, and wellbeing coaches aligned with each learner’s goals.
  • Tailored timetables weaving Cambridge IGCSE/A Levels and BTEC pathways with creative, business, and sports electives.
  • Life skills framework covering financial literacy, digital citizenship, leadership labs, and community service.
IGCSE & A Levels BTEC pathways Sports & arts academies
Prime Boarding entrance Lisbon Campus
What sets Prime Boarding apart

Four pillars that define our boarding DNA

Inspired by leading boarding schools worldwide, designed for Portugal’s most forward-thinking families.

Holistic care

Daily check-ins, wellness trackers, and clinicians ensure every student feels seen.

University readiness

Supervised study studios, Extended Project coaching, and Oxbridge/US admissions support.

Global mindset

67+ nationalities, Model UN, Erasmus+, and cultural immersions across Lisbon.

Lifestyle & leadership

Sports academies, arts studios, entrepreneurship incubators, and weekend expeditions.

Wellbeing & safeguarding

360º support that keeps families connected

Weekly updates, wellbeing dashboards, and open channels with house parents keep families informed, while structured routines ground students in healthy habits.

24/7 care

Nurse station, safeguarding officer, and resident psychologist.

Smart security

Secure access, CCTV, biometric attendance, and night patrols.

Weekday rhythm

07:00

Sunrise fitness or mindfulness followed by chef-prepared breakfast.

16:00

Guided study labs with Cambridge teachers and university counsellors.

18:30

Family-style dinner, leadership circles, and wellbeing coaching.

21:30

Quiet reading, digital curfew, and personalised sleep routines.

Annual residence

€22,000

Per year · excludes academic tuition

Secure a place

Included

  • Five daily meals + sports nutrition
  • Weekly laundry & housekeeping
  • Study coaches and career mentoring
  • Transport to Lisbon, Sintra & Estoril campuses
  • Weekend cultural & outdoor adventures
  • 24/7 security, nurse, and wellbeing program

Additional

  • Uniforms, textbooks, exam & visa fees
  • Elite coaching (sports, music, conservatory etc.)
  • Holiday stays outside term calendar
  • International trips & leadership expeditions
  • Personal care items & concierge services
Note: Holiday extensions can be requested with prior reservation and extra fees.

Safeguarding, quality & certifications

Prime Boarding operates with the same ISO-led processes that power our academic campuses.

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management across admissions, residence life, safeguarding, and continuous improvement.

Clinical-grade wellbeing

On-site nurse, telemedicine partnerships, and emergency drills with local authorities.

Family portal

Live updates on attendance, meal choices, progress notes, and photo highlights.

Recognised worldwide

Our quality is independently verified

Prime Boarding is backed by the same Cambridge, Pearson, and Portuguese Ministry accreditations that elevate every Prime School campus.

Portuguese MOE
Cambridge International
Pearson BTEC
Collaborations

Strategic partners & pathways

Global hospitality, entrepreneurship, and higher education alliances extend boarding life into real-world opportunities.

Les Roches
Pestana Hotel Group
Prime Institute

ISO 9001 Quality Certification

Prime School International is the first in Portugal to bring ISO-certified quality assurance to boarding, guaranteeing audited standards across safety, wellbeing, and service excellence.

View Certificate PT24/00000143

Ready to join our boarding family?

Let us design a personalised pathway that blends exceptional academics, modern residence life, and Lisbon’s creative energy.