# International School of Madeira (ISM)

> British curriculum international school in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
> Also known as: Escola Internacional da Madeira.
> Founded 1997. Ages 3–11 (Nursery to Grade 4).
> Cambridge Assessment International Education registered school.
> Portuguese version available at: https://ismadeira.com/pt

## Key Facts
- Location: Quinta Martins, Rua da Levada de Santa Luzia 40, 9050-219 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
- Curriculum: Cambridge International (Primary) — formerly Cambridge Assessment International Education
- Accreditation: Cambridge International School (registered centre)
- Languages: English medium instruction, Portuguese as additional language
- Ages: 3–11 years (Nursery through Grade 4)
- Founded: 1997
- IGCSE Preparation: Students complete Cambridge Primary by Grade 4

## Cambridge Curriculum
ISM follows the Cambridge Primary programme, part of the Cambridge Pathway — the world's largest international education programme, operating in over 160 countries. The Cambridge Primary curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Science, and Cambridge Global Perspectives, providing a strong academic foundation with internationally benchmarked standards.

Key features:
- Cambridge Primary Checkpoint assessments in Grade 4
- Internationally recognised qualifications pathway
- Inquiry-based and skills-focused learning approach
- Seamless transition to Cambridge Lower Secondary at partner schools

## Programmes
- Nursery (age 3) | Pre-School (age 4) | Reception (age 5)
- Grade 1 (age 6) | Grade 2 (age 7) | Grade 3 (age 8) | Grade 4 (age 9–10)

## Fees (2025–2026)
- Nursery: €5,300/year | Pre-School: €5,400 | Reception: €5,500
- Grade 1: €5,600 | Grade 2: €5,700 | Grade 3: €5,800 | Grade 4: €5,900
- Enrolment fee: €350 (one-time) | Re-enrolment: €80/year
- Monthly and termly payment options available

## Contact
- Website: https://ismadeira.com
- Email: info@ismadeira.com
- Phone: +351 291 129 900
- Address: Quinta Martins, Rua da Levada de Santa Luzia 40, 9050-219 Funchal

## Admissions
Apply online: https://ismadeira.com/admissions
Fee schedule: https://ismadeira.com/fees
Contact us: https://ismadeira.com/contact