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At Progresso Taquaral, our bilingual programme combines the Brazilian National Curriculum with international standards, including Cambridge Assessment International Education. Students develop strong academic foundations while building critical thinking, digital skills, and global perspectives.
Guided by ISP’s Learning.First™ approach, students take an active role in their learning through meaningful, engaging experiences. This focus on continuous growth helps them develop confidence and the skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Students confidently use Portuguese and English every day, growing their creativity, adaptability, empathy, and communication. Our curriculum combines Brazil’s standards with global best practices, including Cambridge Assessment International Education, giving students a worldwide perspective.
Daily English immersion and real-world projects help students sharpen their problem-solving and innovative thinking, preparing them for success in any future.
Students dive into literature from Early Years, building a deep appreciation for culture and stories. Literary projects at every grade level encourage students to explore new ideas and viewpoints.
By working together and researching independently, learners develop critical thinking, creativity, and the confidence to express themselves, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the world.
In our Maker Program, students dive into hands-on learning, exploring, investigating, and innovating. Science labs and maker spaces let students tackle real-world challenges and bring ideas to life.
Learners grow problem-solving skills, resilience, and leadership as they collaborate and think critically. Maker thinking at Progresso is a mindset - students become confident creators and agile thinkers.
Students at Progresso Taquaral thrive as digital citizens, using technology to power their learning and growth. They create, lead, and work together to address real-life challenges. Students build independence and leadership, engaging with the world and taking charge of their own futures.
Learners shape their own paths, setting goals and following their interests. Mentors and personalized learning experiences help them grow in confidence and resilience. Students learn to make decisions and embrace challenges, discovering their unique strengths for future success.
Learners prepare for a world of possibilities, with support for international university applications and global experiences. They receive tailored guidance and training for international certifications, building the confidence and skills needed to pursue their dreams on a global stage.
Students become changemakers, using their knowledge and creativity to tackle real-world problems. Through hands-on projects and community involvement, they develop entrepreneurial skills and a strong sense of social responsibility. By leading initiatives that make a difference, students learn the value of empathy, teamwork, and innovation in building a better future.
At Progresso Taquaral, students learn to value differences, meet challenges head-on, and develop essential social-emotional skills. Their journey is marked by ethics, efficiency, and responsibility, both individually and together.
Programa Semente
Learners strengthen social-emotional skills that help them thrive in today’s global society, using hands-on activities and trusted methods.
Project Maker
Students spark creativity as they build, test, and explore ideas, using up-to-date technologies and quality materials.
Individual Research Project (TPI)
Learners lead their own research, developing analytical, presentation, and communication skills, and growing in confidence.
Programa Semente helps students grow vital social-emotional skills through structured activities and proven teaching methods. By encouraging responsibility, resilience, empathy, and social awareness, the program supports well-rounded development. Students are ready to succeed both in school and in life, building strong, positive relationships that last.
Project Maker empowers students to take charge of their learning through hands-on projects sparked by their own interests. With access to curated materials and the latest technologies, they create purposeful projects that build creativity, autonomy, and digital literacy.
The classroom transforms into a dynamic, engaging environment where learning is practical and deeply connected to the world around them.
Each year, students in Grades 6 to 11 choose a topic and partner with a teacher for a challenging, year-long research project. The experience ends with a presentation in August, where both the written work and speaking skills are evaluated.
This approach builds strong research, analytical, and public speaking abilities, helping students grow in confidence and critical thinking.
ISP’s research-led approach helps students build the life competencies they need to thrive now and throughout their lifetime. These core human skills grow through learning experiences embedded across every stage of the learning journey.
Thinking deeply, questioning and problem-solving: "I lead my learning by solving problems, communicating confidently, and managing my time effectively."
Critical thinking
Making sense of information, solving problems, and making smart decisions
Creativity
Generating new ideas, exploring different perspectives and innovating
Curiosity
Asking "why?" and "what if?" to deepen understanding and spark new ideas
Understanding the world and taking action: "I am curious about different cultures and take action for a better world."
Citizenship
Recognising one's role in the global community
Action
Taking meaningful steps to support social causes
Understanding
Respecting different perspectives and ways of life
Managing self, goals and growth: "I know how I learn best, set goals and stay motivated to improve."
Confidence
Believing in self and tackling challenges with a positive mindset
Learning to Learn
Understanding how to improve learning strategies
Wellbeing
Balancing mental, emotional and physical health
Working together and building strong relationships: "I collaborate, communicate and build meaningful relationships with others."
Collaboration
Working effectively as a team to achieve shared goals
Communication
Expressing ideas clearly and listening to others
Social-Emotional
Understanding emotions and managing them effectively
Using technology safely and creatively: "I use digital tools responsibly to communicate, create and innovate."
Digital Literacy
Using technology effectively and safely
Responsibility
Respecting others and making ethical choices online
Innovation
Using technology to develop ideas and improve solutions
Most schools talk about what they teach. We focus on how your child learns. Through the Learning.First™ approach, students reflect on their progress, explore new approaches and make decisions that drive their growth.
Curiosity fuels our learning
The best learning happens when students are actively engaged. We ignite curiosity through hands-on projects and inquiry-based learning, making learning exciting, memorable and full of exploration.
Confidence drives lifelong learning
Our students trust in their abilities, build confidence and lead their way forward. This mindset helps them believe they can learn and achieve anything, fostering a love for lifelong learning.
The power of 'Good Struggles'
We believe great learning happens just beyond the comfort zone. That’s why we create purposeful challenges, or 'good struggles', that help students stay motivated while they grow. Through these experiences, students build resilience, solve problems, and learn to keep going – even when it’s hard.
Teachers as co-pilots
Learning here is a partnership. Teachers work alongside students as guides, helping them navigate choices, embrace good struggles, inspire those 'aha' Amazing Learning moments of self-discovery and grow in confidence.
As part of International Schools Partnership, every child’s journey is enriched with proven learning experiences that forever spark curiosity and grow confidence.
Academic achievement
Strong academic outcomes open pathways to leading universities and future opportunities worldwide.
Life competencies
Build the human skills needed to adapt, collaborate, and keep learning throughout life.
Multilingualism
Develop fluency across languages, cultures, and global environments.
International opportunities
Take part in global experiences that broaden perspectives and build confidence.
Life and career pathways
Explore personalized university and career pathways shaped around individual ambitions.
Strong academic results begin with students who feel challenged, supported, and engaged in learning.Students across ISP schools consistently achieve results above local and international benchmarks through learning experiences that challenge thinking, deepen understanding, and help every learner keep getting better.
Students are growing up in a world shaped by rapid technological change, uncertainty, and challenges we cannot yet predict.To thrive, they need the skills that give them the curiosity to question, the confidence to adapt, the ability to collaborate, and the resilience to keep learning throughout life.International Schools Partnership – ISP has partnered with Camtree at Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge, in developing ways to embed life competencies into everyday learning experiences across ISP Schools worldwide.
Language opens doors to new cultures, perspectives, and opportunities.Students across ISP schools develop proficiency in multiple world languages while continuing to strengthen their home or first language.Through meaningful learning experiences and international collaboration, students build the confidence to communicate across cultures and thrive in global environments.
International learning experiences help students see beyond their own environment and understand the world from different perspectives.Students across ISP Schools take part in unique collaborations, exchanges, competitions, and global experiences that encourage curiosity, teamwork, and independent thinking.Working with global partners, these life changing opportunities help students build confidence, strengthen relationships, and adapt to new experiences across cultures and countries.
Every student’s future pathway is different and through our Future Pathways program, families are supported by specialist counselors and advisors who guide subject choices, university applications, and career decisions with personalized support throughout the learning journey.University fairs, global experts, and our A–Z Speaker Series help students explore emerging careers and future industries with confidence.Students benefit from exclusive ISP scholarships and opportunities with some of the world’s most recognized institutions.
We use the International Schools Partnership’s proven Learning Improvement Process (LIP) to ensure the quality of learning is continuously improving. This framework combines evidence, reflection and action, so teachers and leaders can focus on what makes the greatest difference for every learner. It means teaching is always evolving, learning experiences are continuously refined, and progress is measured against clear standards. For families, it gives confidence that your child’s education is guided by a framework built on evidence, designed for improvement and proven across a global community of schools.
Studying at Progresso has been a very special experience. The school offers a welcoming environment and teachers who genuinely care about us. Here, I have learned not only academic content, but also important lessons for life. All this support makes a significant difference in our personal and academic growth.
Julia B., Student - High School
Step into Progresso Taquaral and watch your child spark creativity, think critically and connect with the world.
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