Why choose us
Why choose us
Why choose us

Why choose us

At Brazilian International School, students are the protagonist of their journey. They build a solid academic foundation, along with the development of natural fluency in both Portuguese and English through a blend of Brazilian and international curricula. In our classrooms, boundaries between subjects dissolve, creating dynamic and real-life learning.

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uided by a humanistic vision, learners grow as whole, aware individuals, using active listening to foster empathy and meaningful relationships. As part of International Schools Partnership, students benefit from the Learning.First™ approach. Students broaden their horizons, grow curiosity, and strengthen autonomy, preparing to thrive in a globalized world and make a meaningful impact.

A journey of growth and excellence

1999
Welcoming the first students
Welcoming the first students

Our school opened under the name Integration School in the Vila Olímpia neighborhood, offering Nursery and Early Childhood Education to local families.

2006
Merger with Brazilian International School
Merger with Brazilian International School

Our school opened Elementary School Years 1 and 2 through a merger with the British International School, becoming the Brazilian International Integration School, with two campuses: Vila Olímpia and Granja Julieta.

2013
New spaces to grow up
New spaces to grow up

We acquired the Montessori School, unifying campuses in Moema, and officially becoming the Brazilian International School. Soon after, the Early Childhood Education space opened at Alameda dos Maracatins, welcoming young learners to a new environment.

2015
First British English Olympics
First British English Olympics

Our students proudly took part in this international event in the United Kingdom, meeting with peers from over 20 nationalities and challenging them in linguistic and artistic tasks.

2019
BIS joins Bahema Educação Group
BIS joins Bahema Educação Group

Our school got noticed by Bahema Educação Group for its forward-thinking, bilingual offering, beginning a partnership that granted our students even more opportunities for growth.

2021
New building
New building

We began of a new journey of growth and excellence at the campus located at Avenida Iraí, 1330 - enhanced with bright classrooms, modern STEAM, art and sport spaces, for an even more inspired learning.

2023
Cognia recognition for the High School Diploma
Cognia recognition for the High School Diploma

BIS obtained Cognia accreditation, enhancing the global credibility of the international High School Diploma and aligning with world-class education standards.

2023
BIS goes international with ISP
BIS goes international with ISP

BIS joined the International Schools Partnership - ISP, offering students exciting opportunities and collaborations with access to global learning communities and international experiences.

2024
International academic milestones
International academic milestones

Our students obtained the prestigious first place in the British English Olympics and ranked second in The Masters international competition, distinguishing themselves among peers from all over the world.

University destinations

Students who leave BIS are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and understanding to shine in prestigious institutions in Brazil or worldwide.

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Brazil

  • Link School Edu
  • Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia
  • Centro Universitário da FEI
  • Ibmec
  • Centro Universitário Belas Artes
  • Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
  • FAAP
  • Fundação Getulio Vargas
  • Inteli - Instituto de Tecnologia e Liderança
  • Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
  • Mackenzie Presbyterian University
  • Insper University
  • UFSCar - Federal University of São Carlos
  • Centro Universitário São Camilo
  • Escola Superior d'Administració i Direcció d'Empreses
  • Universidade Paulista
  • UNINOVE - Universidade Nove de Julho
  • UFABC - Universidade Federal do ABC
  • FEA-USP - Faculdade de Economia, Administração, Contabilidade e Atuária da Universidade de São Paulo
  • Unesp - Universidade Estadual Paulista

United States

  • Arizona State University
  • Penn State
  • Schiller International University
  • Santa Monica College
  • Saint Louis University
  • University of Minnesota
  • University of Michigan
  • University of South Carolina
  • Columbia College Chicago
  • Ringling College of Art and Design
  • California State University
  • Savannah College of Art and Design
  • University of Richmond
  • Hult International Business School
  • Pepperdine University
  • Lynn University
  • Michigan State University
  • University of South Florida
  • University of New Hampshire
  • UMass Boston

Canada

  • University of British Columbia
  • University of Toronto
  • McGill University

Spain

  • EADA Business School
  • IE Business School
  • ESIC University
  • Saint Louis University Madrid

Italy

  • John Cabot University
  • LUISS Guido Carly University
  • The American University of Rome
  • Istituto Europeo di Design

Portugal

  • Universidade Europeia

Netherlands

  • Erasmus University Rotterdam

United Kingdom

  • European School of Economics
  • University of London University of Westminster
  • The University of Manchester
  • University of Nottingham
  • The University of Edinburgh

France

  • University of London – Institute in Paris

Switzerland

  • EU Business School
  • Franklin University

Why choose Brazilian International School?

Top reasons our families choose to belong here.

Proven excellence in bilingual education
Proven excellence in bilingual education

Thrive at a school with 25 years of bilingual excellence, mastering Portuguese and English from Early Childhood to High School, ensuring global readiness.

Fluency for a global future
Fluency for a global future

Earn entrance to top universities in Brazil and worldwide backed by an excellent international education, solid mentoring from our Counseling Department, and a partnership with the Farias Brito System.

Future-ready life skills
Future-ready life skills

Build socio-emotional skills, innovative thinking, and entrepreneurial vision supported by a humanist vision enhanced with STEAM methodology.

Highly qualified teaching staff
Highly qualified teaching staff

Benefit from an exceptional team of teachers expert in international education, who know when to challenge and when to step in to create personalized learning paths.

World-class campus
World-class campus

Develop skills and prepare for the future in our state-of-the-art STEAM laboratories, a rich library, welcoming common areas, and cutting-edge technological resources for everything to succeed.

International experiences
International experiences

Participate in skill-building international opportunities along with peers form all over the world through ISP's ILOS, the British English Olympics, exchange programs, and summer camps abroad.

Enriching school life
Enriching school life

Discover passion and build confidence across a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including futsal, tennis, rhythmic gymnastics, judo, yoga, ballet, theater, guitar, and art classes.

Welcoming community
Welcoming community

BIS is a close-knit, warm, and inclusive community where a strong sense of belonging is felt everywhere. Students, families, and staff are welcome to participate sharing feedback, ideas, and proposals.

Our core values