Cascais solidifies its luxury appeal with a €75 million investment in a new international school campus
King's College School Cascais has officially inaugurated its complete campus, a project resulting from a €75 million investment, which stands as the largest of its kind for a school in Portugal. This development provides the country, for the first time, with an educational infrastructure of a truly global standard, featuring a campus that competes with the most prestigious international colleges and significantly elevates the benchmark for private education in Portugal. The project's completion is a strong indicator of the region's growing appeal to high-net-worth individuals and international families, for whom educational facilities are a primary consideration in relocation and investment decisions.
The new campus, extending over 40,000 square meters, presents a collection of facilities that are without parallel in the country. It includes sports fields built to international standards, a modern sports pavilion suitable for hosting major events, a 25-meter heated indoor swimming pool for year-round athletic training, a technologically advanced auditorium, classrooms integrated with cutting-edge educational technology, science laboratories comparable to those in universities, and specialized spaces for the creative and performing arts. The scale and quality of these facilities are expected to directly influence property desirability and values in the surrounding areas of Cascais.
The successful execution of this project was heavily dependent on the support and close collaboration with the Cascais Municipal Council. A statement from the school noted that the council's vision and dedication were crucial in attracting a world-class educational institution to the municipality, a move seen by market analysts as a strategic effort to enhance the area's infrastructure to support its positioning as a prime international destination. This public-private partnership is viewed as a model for future developments aimed at boosting foreign investment.
The commencement of the new academic year is also marked by the introduction of a boarding program, positioning King's College School Cascais among the first private institutions in the country to provide this option. The student residence can house up to 50 students from the age of 13, offering an international, secure, and stimulating environment. This new offering directly addresses the needs of the global expatriate community and is anticipated to increase demand for associated services and properties in the region. According to a report by a Lisbon-based real estate consultancy, "The presence of a premier boarding school can add a significant premium to local property values, as it anchors a community of affluent families."
Further demonstrating its commitment to global education standards, the school announced it will host two students, aged 14 and 15, under the Nsouli Scholars program. These students, selected for their high potential from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds, will receive full scholarships, including boarding in Cascais. This initiative adds to the school's international profile and diverse student body.
King's College School Cascais caters to students from ages 1 to 18, offering a Bilingual Pathway for younger students that combines the Cambridge and Portuguese national curricula. Older students in the Senior School follow a purely international English-language curriculum, culminating in the highly respected International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, a key qualification for entry into top universities worldwide. The IB program is a significant draw for expatriate families seeking a transportable and globally recognized education for their children.
The school is a part of the Inspired Education Group, which operates 121 premium schools across five continents, serving over 95,000 students. This affiliation combines the over 50-year academic heritage of the King's College brand with state-of-the-art infrastructure. Students gain access to the Inspired group's exclusive international opportunities, such as exchange programs, global summer camps, and international competitions, further enhancing the value proposition for prospective families and, by extension, the appeal of Cascais as a long-term residence. Real estate experts predict this development will trigger a new wave of interest in the Cascais property market from discerning international buyers.
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