We are a group of passionate educators who are enhancing our mission and creating the best world possible for our learners.
Meet our School Head
Welcome to Leiria International School!
As the proud School Head of LIS, it is my honor to extend a warm welcome to our vibrant school community. At LIS, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to explore their passions, pursue excellence, and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team of educators is passionate about inspiring a love for learning and empowering students to become lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and compassionate global citizens. With a rigorous academic curriculum, enriched by the latest educational methodologies and technologies, we strive to foster creativity, curiosity, and resilience in our students. Beyond the classroom, our extensive extracurricular programs offer students the opportunity to develop leadership skills, pursue their interests, and build lifelong friendships.
As we embark on this exciting journey together, I invite you to join us in creating a supportive and collaborative community where every member is valued, respected, and celebrated.
I am thrilled to welcome you to LIS and look forward to an enriching and rewarding academic year ahead.
Warm regards,
Delilah Miguel
About us
Leiria International School (LIS) was founded in 2023 with the mission to immerse learners in a challenging and comprehensive international education that ignites their inner potential, empowering them to become catalysts for change in their lives and the global community.
LIS offers the Cambridge curriculum from Primary through A/AS Level, with all instruction delivered entirely in English. This global educational pathway equips our students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in higher education and pursue fulfilling careers, both in Portugal and internationally.
LIS is an accredited provider of the Cambridge International program, recognized worldwide, and delivers it in a dynamic and engaging way with outstanding success rates.
LIS is organized into two distinct divisions:
Primary School
Our Primary Programme, designed for learners aged 3 to 11, encourages playfulness, curiosity, creativity, and a strong desire to experiment and explore the world around them.
At LIS, we offer the Cambridge Primary Curriculum from Reception through Form 5, starting in September 2023.
Head of Primary School
Secondary School
Our Secondary Programme, is divided in 3 phases:
The Cambridge Lower Secondary (CLS) program is globally recognized for students aged 12 to 14, offering an outstanding curriculum that is implemented in schools around the world.
The Cambridge IGCSE is tailored for students aged 14 to 16 and is the perfect continuation from the CLS qualification. Offering a comprehensive and internationally recognized curriculum, the IGCSE is the most popular qualification of its kind, with over 800,000 enrollments each year across 140 countries.
The Cambridge A/AS Level program at LIS offers an excellent foundation for further education and is available to our students aged 16 to 18.
Head of Secondary School
Supportive Team
In addition to our esteemed team of educators across the two divisions, we are fortunate to have dedicated main offices and supporting teams who play integral roles in ensuring the smooth functioning of our school on a daily basis: