A warm welcome to St. Paul's
We are the British School of São Paulo. We welcome applications from pupils of all nationalities, cultures and backgrounds.
Each year, we receive more applications than there are available places. While we would like to welcome all families who express interest in joining our community, space limitations mean that not all applicants can be offered assessment or admission. Our admissions process is therefore guided by clear, impartial criteria to ensure fairness and transparency.
Applications are reviewed by our Admissions Committee.
As a British international school, our mission includes ensuring that British and international families relocating to or living in Brazil have access to high-quality education. For this reason, our admissions process prioritises British and international applicants. This approach allows us to remain true to our founding purpose while embracing a diverse school community that includes Brazilian families.
Important notes
Applications are now open for the academic year 2027-2028.
Following our admissions criteria, international pupils are eligible to apply year-round.
International families
Our admissions team provides one‑to‑one guidance on next steps, ensuring a smooth transition for international families and pupils.
Admissions entry points and criteria
Please check your entry point of interest to navigate our admissions criteria.
Nursery entry (3 years old)
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Nursery entry (3 years old)
Nursery is our main entry point, for children aged 3. Read more about the admissions criteria and steps.
Other entries (4-16 years old)
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Other entries (4-16 years old)
For international students and repatriating families only, read our admissions criteria and next steps.
From our community
Learn more about our school by watching our videos below. We hope you enjoy knowing a bit more about our vibrant community.
Since 1926, St. Paul’s School has been a place where tradition and innovation walk side by side. Greatness in Motion celebrates our new positioning as we embrace the future while honouring nearly 100 years of academic excellence, British heritage and Brazilian roots.
Celebrating 100 years of St. Paul’s School. This video brings together the past and the present — with memories from Old Pauleans and moments from today’s pupils — honouring the legacy of our community as we step into the future.
A school is not defined only by its buildings, its curriculum, or its results - it is defined by people and by the choices they make every single day. How we speak, how we listen, and how we act when things are easy and when they are not.
Admissions Office hours
7.30am to 4.30pm
admissionsstp@stpauls.br
+55 11 3087-3399 ext. 6056 or ext. 6039