grades 1 to 4
1st Cycle
Four years of learning, discovery and achievement, where every child grows at their own pace, develops their thinking, gains independence and builds solid foundations for a successful future.
Solid foundations, at each child’s pace
Learning with rigour, growing with confidence. We combine academic standards with close, individual teaching, respecting each child’s pace. We value continuous support, independence and confidence, in an environment where every challenge is a chance to learn, grow and do better.
Portuguese and Maths
Reading, writing and maths every day, with high standards and care.
Cambridge English
English from year 1, with the internationally recognised Cambridge programme.
Supervised study
Time with the teacher to consolidate and organise study.
Educational psychology support
Specialist support when needed.
A day in the 1st Cycle
Timetable from the Internal Regulations 2026/2027. The school is open from 7h45 to 19h00.
- 7h45
School opens
Children are welcomed until lessons begin.
- 8h45
Lessons
With a 30-minute mid-morning break and 1 hour 30 minutes for lunch.
- 16h00
Lessons end
In Years 1, 3 and 4. Year 2 ends at 4:30 pm, with an extra mid-afternoon break.
- 16h30
Free play and optional enrichment activities
Until 7:00 pm.
- 19h00
School closes
Activities in 1st Cycle
Included in the curriculum
- English (Cambridge)
- Physical Education
- Music
- Supervised study
- Educational psychology support
Cambridge English is compulsory in the 1st and 2nd Cycle and costs €15 per month.
Optional activities (monthly fee)
- Music School
- Dance
- Computing
- Sports
- Drama
- Robotics
- Football
- Artistic gymnastics
- Karate
- Basketball
- Psychomotor activities
How optional activities work (enrolment, schedules and payments)
Frequently asked questions
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How many pupils are there per class?
Preferably up to 24 pupils per class.
Is there a charge for Cambridge English?
Yes, it is compulsory in the 1st Cycle and costs €15 per month.
Is there homework?
Yes. Homework is set once during the week and once for the weekend.
Do pupils move on to the 2nd Cycle at the school?
Yes. The 2nd Cycle is at the school itself, so pupils move on without changing schools.
Other stages at the school
Ready for 1st grade?
Pre-register and come and see the classrooms, the teachers and everyday life in the 1st Cycle.