International Schools Directory

The School of the Nations (Escola das Nações), is a bilingual (English- Portuguese) international school serving students coming from different cultural backgrounds, whose core values are based on the moral and ethical principles of the Bahá’í Faith. Its aim is for students to develop the qualities and understanding to become world citizens. Its program supports students to develop virtues, excellence in their work, and a spirit of love and service towards mankind. Founded in 1980 by two North American families of educators, the School of the Nations grew to become one of the foremost international schools in the region. Two campuses serves the students, one for the Early Childhood program for students from ages 3 to 6 and the other for Elementary, Middle and High School. The school community is made up of Brazilian families, many of whom are part of diplomatic corps, as well as international families, (representing approximately 40 different countries), who are connected with various embassies, multi-national companies or non-governmental organizations such as UNICEF, the World Bank and the United Nations. School of the Nations is fully certified by the Brazilian Authorities and meets the requirements for the system of education required by Brazilian law consisting of a twelve-year period of study, called Basic Education. Upon graduation, students receive a Brazilian high school diploma.