relentless pursuit of high standards

Our school is dedicated to the proposition that every child should be inspired to achieve extraordinary success, by instilling in them a love for learning, a relentless pursuit of high standards and respect for core values in line with the very best of our British education heritage.

Headmaster’s Welcome

Welcome to The British School of Lisbon (BSL). Our school’s mission is to be “A World Leading School,” which means nothing less than having the highest of standards in everything we do.

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Historic Campus,

Central Location

Our campus has a rich history and once even housed the Portuguese Mint. It now provides a wonderfully bright, modern environment in which students can study and explore. The BSL’s international school campus is located in the heart of Lisbon at Cais do Sodré. Why not visit us at our campus and take a tour.

the schools trust board

The British School of Lisbon is chartered by The Schools Trust, a United Kingdom school governance body. The Trustees ensure the highest standards are met in all aspects of school life. This includes academic performance, employment practices, quality of facilities and the promotion of general well-being within the school community and is responsible for the school’s policies. Trustees also provide guidance and support to the Headteacher who is responsible for the day-to-day management of the school.

A Proven Track Record

Our Trustees have been responsible for establishing one of the largest networks of British International Schools around the world. Our school benefits from a rich heritage, as well as drawing from the wealth of resources, financial stability and staff recruitment capabilities that a group structure provides.

the school charter

Read more about our School Charter below, where our mission, ethos and guiding principles are outlined.