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Children aged 6 to 10, from 1st to 5th grade, engage in a dynamic bilingual program in English and Portuguese, where they lead discussions, solve problems, and share ideas.Daily experiences build confidence, teamwork, communication, empathy, independence, and resilience, preparing them to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
World-class curriculum
Experience a bilingual program integrating the Brazilian National Curriculum with global learning, building foundations in literacy, math, PE, arts, and technology.
Bilingual learning
Gain fluency in English and Portuguese through a balanced 50/50 bilingual program, with progress measured through assessments and the Avant STAMP test.
Growing life skills
Develop a growth mindset and social-emotional skills through the curriculum and Programa Semente, strengthening resilience, empathy, responsibility, and independence.
Dedicated educators
Learn with inspiring teachers who balance challenge and support, offering personalized guidance so every learner feels understood, motivated, and ready to grow.
Family partnership
Create a strong family partnership through shared opportunities for learning, growth, and support at every stage of development.
After-school care
Extend learning beyond the classroom with Progresso Completo, an extracurricular program combining artistic, cultural, physical, and literary activities in a safe environment.
Extracurricular activities
Explore talents and interests through sports, music, dance, chess, theater, podcasts, competitions, community events, and showcases that build teamwork and leadership.
International opportunities
Expand learning internationally through international learning opportunities and annual trips that connect classroom knowledge with real-world experiences and achievement.
Wellbeing & inclusion
Build confidence, resilience, and belonging through socio-emotional support in a safe, welcoming environment.
Cutting-edge campuses
Thrive in dedicated learning spaces for exploration and discovery, with a library, music room, sports court, and Maker Space enriching everyday learning.
Friendly admissions process
Elementary enrollment is supported by our Admissions Team at every step, ensuring a smooth and welcoming start to your child’s journey at Progresso Bilíngue Santos.
From Year 1 to Year 5, the bilingual curriculum strengthens reading, writing, and mathematics through purposeful play-based activities that foster empathy and collaboration.
Give voice, create texts, and grow together
Students read, write, and share their ideas. They ask questions, listen to classmates, and discuss important topics. Through projects and group discussions, they collaborate and learn together, gaining confidence to communicate and create.
In Portuguese, reading, interpretation, and writing are connected with culture and citizenship. In this way, every page read and every text written expands vocabulary, creativity,and independence.
Express through rhythm and sound
Students deepen their knowledge of music, developing rhythmic and melodic skills while practicing active listening and creative expression. As they explore diverse cultural styles, traditions, and historical contexts, they cultivate cultural appreciation and artistic sensitivity.
Singing, playing instruments, joining sound-based games, and composing music strengthen coordination, concentration, aesthetic awareness, and a sense of cultural identity and belonging.
Imagine and create
Students experiment with a variety of materials, techniques, and visual languages, developing imagination, creativity, and personal expression. As their skills progress, their work shows greater aesthetic sophistication, with attention to composition, color, shape, and texture, while also encouraging thoughtful appreciation of their own work and the work of others.
Art connects with the world around them, encouraging the interpretation and appreciation of diverse cultural works and building a rich visual repertoire.
Discover stories of change
History explores human actions across time and space, seeking to understand social, political, economic, and cultural change. It addresses the formation of national and global identities, the analysis of past and present civilizations, and critical thinking about the present through the lens of the past.
It helps shape citizens who can reflect on society and history, avoid one-sided perspectives, and engage in meaningful debate.
Discover the world
Geography explores geographic space and the relationship between society and nature. Students work on location skills, as well as reading and interpreting maps, graphs, and tables, alongside analyzing landscapes, territories, and regions.
Topics such as the use of natural resources, urbanization, climate, and quality of life strengthen social and environmental awareness. In this way, students learn to observe the world, understand inequalities, and value biodiversity, developing a critical view of the spaces they inhabit.
Move, play, and discover
In Physical Education, students progressively strengthen motor skills, coordination, balance, agility, and endurance. Collaborative games reinforce teamwork, empathy, respect for rules, and cooperation, prioritizing enjoyment and shared learning over competition.
These experiences show movement as a form of personal expression, social connection, and well-being, creating the foundation for a healthy and active life from an early age.
Learn to solve everyday challenges
Mathematics strengthens logical reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding of the world through numerical and abstract concepts. Students study numbers, algebra, geometry, measurement, and statistics, using graphs and tables as tools.
The focus is mathematical literacy: applying this knowledge in daily life and across other subject areas. In this way, students connect mathematics to reality, gain independence, and understand that numbers help them read, interpret, and transform the world.
Explore how the world works
Science explores natural and technological phenomena, bringing together Biology, Physics, and Chemistry in the later years of Elementary School and in High School. Students study the solar system, the characteristics of objects, life, and the evolution of living things.
The goal is to understand scientific methods, strengthen an investigative mindset, and build arguments based on data. In this way, students understand the relationship between science, technology, society, and the environment, and engage with the world critically.
Explore stories, voices, and ideas
Through Literary Projects, students strengthen reading, interpretation, and analysis through increasingly complex texts. Carefully selected works spark dialogue about social, cultural, and human themes, connecting literature to real life and critical thinking.
Through debates, creative writing, and immersive experiences, they cultivate a love of language, broaden their perspectives, and connect school with the wider world. In this way, they read with depth, write with originality, and see literature as a way to understand and transform reality.
Learn to care and collaborate
Students develop social-emotional skills through the Semente Program, with activities adapted to each stage of development. Playful exercises, moments of reflection, and group interaction promote self-awareness, empathy, emotional regulation, independence, and positive relationships.
As they face challenges and celebrate achievements, students strengthen emotional intelligence and develop a strong sense of belonging within a welcoming community.
Invent, experiment, and leadStudents take part in practical, creative projects that foster innovation, critical thinking, and hands-on problem-solving. Through a learn-by-doing approach, they experiment, test ideas, and build solutions while collaborating with classmates.
Elementary students build strong foundations in English and Portuguese, with independence, curiosity, and enriching international experiences.
Academic achievement
Enjoy personalized learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding.
Life competencies
Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.
Multilingualism
Foster language skills and build confidence, with support in the students' home or first languages.
Try global skill-building programs and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.
Progress in Elementary School at Progresso Bilíngue Santos is monitored through teacher observations, classroom engagement, creative activities, and regular feedback shared with families. From 2nd grade onward, students also complete group projects, independent research, presentations, written assessments, and writing portfolios in Portuguese and English.Key methods includes:
Families stay actively involved through updates, meetings, and celebrations of achievement, ensuring every student’s progress is recognised and supported.
At Progresso Bilíngue Santos, Elementary students explore language, math, science, history, and geography while strengthening communication, teamwork, and presentation skills.
Through a bilingual curriculum, hands-on learning, and the Semente Program, they take ownership of learning, solve problems, manage emotions, and face challenges with curiosity and resilience.
Leadership grows as students lead projects, present their work, and participate in group activities that encourage initiative, empathy, and creative thinking.
Throughout Elementary School, academics, arts, sports, environmental projects, and social-emotional learning foster independence, collaboration, and balance, shaping confident, engaged, and caring members of the community.
Students thrive in a balanced 50/50 bilingual curriculum, gaining confidence in English and Portuguese. They read, write, and solve math problems through hands-on projects and teamwork. Each day, they lead discussions, share ideas, and take on challenges together.
Progress is visible and celebrated. Teachers observe lessons, administer bimonthly assessments, and support students through the annual STAMP test, which measures all four English language skills. Annual English proficiency testing provides clear results and helps define next steps.
Each assessment is an opportunity to set new goals and celebrate growth. At Progresso Bilíngue Santos, students do not just learn languages, they lead through them.
Primary School students at Progresso Bilíngue Santos take part in ILOS programs, such as ISP Artists, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Math Masters, ISP Scientists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Virtual Exchange, ISP Writers and ISP Young Voices, expanding their knowledge, creativity and teamwork skills.
They also participate in Mathematics, Language, Natural Sciences and Humanities Olympiads, as well as annual excursions to museums, educational farms, parks and cultural centres, connecting learning, culture and fun. These experiences enrich the curriculum and encourage curiosity, leadership and holistic development.
Progresso is a school that teaches a lot. It is a school where children can learn, play, and have fun. It is much better than staying at home because we can be with our friends, play, have fun, and study together.
Laura, Year 1 student
Progresso Bilíngue Santos offers flexible enrollment in Early Years throughout the academic year, with the admissions team ready to guide families in choosing the ideal start date and ensuring a smooth, welcoming transition.
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