Speak Portuguese Brazil | Children and Education in Brazil

MOVING TO BRAZIL

CHILDREN & EDUCATION

Once you have arrived in Brazil, it is not always easy to find the best school for your children's education.

Following, you will find all the information to help you with your choice.

Which is the best school for my child in São Paulo?

In Brazil, there is a large gap between public and private schools. The first thing you should know is that most public schools operate on a half-day basis. In other words, children go to school either in the morning or in the afternoon, from pre-school until high school. However, most private schools provide full-day schedules (tempo integral), so at least 6 hours a day.

Most expatriates choose to enroll their children in private schools but it is important to know that these schools are rather expensive. School fees are usually around $1,000 - $3, 000 reais monthly depending on the establishment you choose. Also, these fees usually don't include extra costs such as lunches, transportation, uniforms etc.

How does Brazilian education system works?

The Brazilian education system is divided in three parts:

Educação infantil, pre-school :

Pre-school is not mandatory in Brazil but it is available for children from 3 to 6 years old. Before the age of 3, you can leave your child at daycare or hire a nanny (baba in portuguese).

Ensino fundamental, primary and junior high school :

For children aged 7 to 14, school is mandatory. Ensino Fundamental is divided into two cycles, primary school (grades 1-4) and junior high school (grades 5-9).