Primary
Primary
6 to 11 Years Old
(Sintra and Lisbon)
6 to 11 Years Old
(Sintra and Lisbon Campuses)
Prime School’s primary program offers a transformative educational experience where students aged 6 to 11 can choose between two tailored pathways:
- The Cambridge International Curriculum, delivered entirely in English, or
- A Bilingual Program, designed for Portuguese native speakers, integrating Portuguese and English for a seamless learning experience.
Through our Prime Learning Method, we create an engaging and interactive environment where students actively explore and discover knowledge. Classrooms are equipped with cutting-edge technology, modern science labs, and hands-on projects, making learning both meaningful and exciting.
With a community representing nearly 70 nationalities, we provide personalized language programs for students who need English support, fostering confidence and inclusion.
Sports and interdisciplinary learning are pillars of our holistic approach. Beyond physical education, sports cultivate teamwork, leadership, and resilience, while cross-subject projects in technology, science, and creativity empower students with real-world problem-solving skills.
At Prime School, we embrace innovation, celebrate diversity, and inspire excellence. Join us to prepare your child for a future of academic and personal success!
PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM
At Prime School, our premium primary curriculum stands as a benchmark of excellence in education, tailored to deliver an unmatched, transformative learning experience. Designed to place each student at the center of their educational journey, it fosters personalized growth, academic brilliance, and a lifelong love for discovery.
We focus on cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and a deep engagement with core academic subjects. By combining cutting-edge teaching methods with interactive, hands-on activities, we create a vibrant learning environment that excites curiosity and inspires confidence.
Our curriculum empowers students to achieve their fullest potential, equipping them with the skills and resilience to thrive in an ever-changing world. Prime School’s approach redefines primary education, offering a world-class foundation that not only prepares students for future success but sets a gold standard in global education.
Setting High Expectations for Every Child
At our premium primary school, we firmly believe in the unique potential of every student. Our educators employ a variety of advanced instructional strategies, leveraging sophisticated tools for learning, assessment, and communication to identify each child’s strengths and areas for growth.
Through close partnerships with families, our teachers create personalized learning plans and set ambitious academic goals tailored to each student’s needs. This individualized approach ensures that every child receives the focused support and guidance necessary to excel academically and realize their full potential.
CAMBRIDGE CURRICULUM IN ENGLISH OR BILINGUAL PATHWAY
- English serves as the primary language of instruction, fostering language proficiency and communication skills essential for academic success and global engagement. Portuguese is introduced as a secondary language, enriching cultural understanding and linguistic versatility.
- Mathematics is taught in English, providing students with a solid foundation in mathematical concepts, problem-solving strategies, and analytical thinking skills.
- Science instruction in English immerses students in the exploration of scientific principles, experimentation, and critical inquiry, preparing them for future STEM endeavors.
- Global Perspectives, conducted in English, broadens students' perspectives by examining global issues, fostering cultural awareness, and promoting responsible citizenship in an interconnected world.
- Art (Music, Drama & Design) instruction in English encourages creativity, self-expression, and aesthetic appreciation through diverse artistic mediums, enhancing students' imaginative and artistic abilities.
- Physical Education (PE) classes, taught in English, promote physical fitness, motor skills development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, instilling a lifelong appreciation for health and wellness.
- Animal and Environmental Science, instructed in English, introduces students to the wonders of the natural world, ecological principles, and environmental stewardship, fostering a sense of responsibility towards the planet.
Bilingual Pathway for Young Learners / Cambridge Curriculum with Portuguese Instruction
This Cambridge bilingual program is tailored for young learners whose primary language is Portuguese, especially those from CPLP (Community of Portuguese Language Countries). It emphasizes linguistic excellence and cultural immersion, combining a curriculum rooted in the Portuguese language and heritage with internationally recognized academic standards.
- Portuguese as the Core Language of Instruction: Core subjects are taught in Portuguese, ensuring a smooth and engaging learning experience while fostering cultural identity and language mastery.
- English as a Supporting Language: English is seamlessly integrated to develop global communication skills, preparing students for participation in an international environment.
- Mathematics and Science in English: These key subjects are delivered in English, providing students with a strong grasp of foundational concepts and enhancing their bilingual academic competence.
- Global Perspectives in Portuguese: Lessons delve into global topics, emphasizing Portugal’s history and culture, promoting critical thinking, and fostering a global mindset.
- Arts (Music, Drama & Design) in Portuguese: Creative subjects are taught in Portuguese, encouraging artistic expression, nurturing talent, and deepening cultural appreciation.
- Physical Education (PE) in Portuguese: PE classes focus on physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship, fostering an active and healthy lifestyle.
- Animal and Environmental Science in Portuguese: These courses introduce students to ecological principles and sustainability, encouraging environmental responsibility and a respect for nature.
This pathway allows students to celebrate their cultural roots while developing the skills and knowledge to thrive in a globalized world, balancing tradition with modernity.
Note: Sintra and Lisbon Campuses: Select from one curriculum with two pathways, available from primary to secondary 1. You can choose the exclusive Cambridge International curriculum taught in English or the bilingual option, where some subjects are taught in Portuguese and others in English.
Creative ways of teaching
Relationship Building
In our elementary school, teachers encourage positive relationships with every pupil, and create rich experiences with engaging interactions.
Documentation and Display
Teachers make learning visible to peers, parents, and the school community using notice boards, newsletters, portfolios, and special events.
Parental involvement
Families are provided many opportunities to participate in their child’s learning including volunteering in the classroom and participating in school events.
Technology
Our elementary schools are equipped with the latest 21st century technology. Teachers and pupils can access technology as a tool to facilitate and enhance the learning experience.
Practical Life Skills
These appeal to the child's need for movement and order, independence, and social relationships, as he/she builds practical life skills.
Sensory Learning
Prime School materials and hands-on activities stimulate sensory discovery and description, while maximizing the child's natural desire to explore.
Mathematics
From abstract thinking to understanding concepts like linear counting, the decimal system, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Language and Literacy
Our carefully-planned Prime School classroom environment encourages growth in oral and written expression, as well as in reading, and grammar, so as to build literacy skills.
Social Studies
In the Prime School setting, children gain an awareness of the world around them, by discovering other countries, their customs, foods, languages, fauna and flora.
We emphasize our wide range of extracurricular activities designed specifically for young children and primary students. We understand the crucial importance of these foundational years for both parents and children. During this stage, children experience significant growth, acquiring new skills and steadily advancing across various developmental milestones, spanning physical, intellectual, and socio-emotional domains. This recognition drives us to prioritize providing a diverse selection of enriching extracurricular activities, which include:
- Football
- Music
- Chess
- Foreign Languages
- Sports
- Arts and Drama
- Robotics
- ICT
Cambridge Curriculum
Our curriculum provides directed guidance and rich experiences that build upon individual strengths and talents. With our child development professionals at their side, children at Prime School are assured of getting the care they need, the creative learning experiences they enjoy, and the intellectually challenging opportunities they deserve.
THE STUDENT'S LEARNING JOURNEY
at Prime School International
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ISO 9001 Quality Certification
Prime School International is the first in Portugal to join the Prestigious group of ISO-certified schools.
This highlight our commitment to excellence in education and boarding.