How to apply

We’re delighted that you are considering St. Dominic’s International School, Portugal, for your child’s future. Here, learning and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. Our admissions process is straightforward, personalised and responsive to your family’s needs, with dedicated support for families from a wide range of backgrounds.

Our doors are always open and we are here to support a smooth transition into our warm, international community at any time of year.

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Initial enquiry

Complete the enquiry form or contact our Admissions team. We'll answer your questions, provide further information and invite you to book a personalised school tour or online meeting.
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Visit our campus

Experience St. Dominic's first-hand by meeting our team, exploring the campus and learning more about our approach. Families relocating overseas can also arrange an online meeting.
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Application process

Submit the student's ID, school reports from the current and previous academic year and, where relevant, any specialist reports. These help us understand your child's educational background and determine the most appropriate next steps.
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Review and assessment

Our Admissions and Academic teams review each application individually. Depending on the student's age and previous educational experience, this stage may include an assessment and/or a meeting with the student and family.
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Acceptance and registration

If successful, families receive an Acceptance Letter together with the information, documentation and payment details required to complete registration and confirm their child's place.
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Welcome to St. Dominic’s

Once registration is complete, families receive all the information they need before the first day of school, helping students begin their journey at SDIS with confidence.

One of the things I value most in international education is the opportunity to work with families from many different cultural and educational backgrounds. That international perspective and sense of community were some of the things that first attracted me to St Dominic’s.

Mafalda Rocha, Head of Admissions

Admission FAQs

Where is St. Dominic’s International School located?

St. Dominic’s International School is located in Outeiro de Polima, São Domingos de Rana, in the Cascais area of Portugal, with access to Lisbon and surrounding communities. The campus is at Rua Maria Brown, 2785-816 São Domingos de Rana.

Can families visit the St. Dominic’s campus in Cascais?

Yes. Families considering St. Dominic’s can arrange a campus tour with the Admissions Team to explore the school and learn more about the admissions process.

How can I apply to St. Dominic’s International School in Cascais?

We welcome applications throughout the year and operate a rolling admissions process. While places may be available at different points during the academic year, admission depends on space availability, the student's year group and programme requirements. Entry into the upper years of the IB programmes is more limited to ensure students are able to successfully meet academic expectations.

What are the admission requirements?

Admission decisions are made individually, taking into account each student's academic background, previous school reports and overall educational experience. Depending on the student's age and previous school experience, we may also invite the student to complete an assessment and meet with our Admissions and Academic teams.

As we operate a rolling admissions process, applications are reviewed as they are received, subject to space availability. Our goal is to ensure that each student is well placed to thrive academically and become an active member of the SDIS community.

What documents are required to apply?

To apply, families submit the student's ID, the latest available school reports from the current and previous academic year and, where relevant, any additional specialist reports. Once we receive the application, our Admissions team reviews the documentation and, where appropriate, may arrange an assessment and/or meeting with the student and family. We will keep you informed throughout the process and guide you through each step until an admissions decision is made.

How long does the admissions process take?

Once all required documentation has been received, we begin reviewing the application straight away. Most applications are reviewed within a few working days, although timelines may vary depending on the year group and whether additional information or an assessment is required.

How do you determine the appropriate year group?

Students are normally placed according to their year of birth. We also carefully consider each student's previous educational experience and academic progress. In some cases, we may recommend a different year group if we believe it will best support the student's academic progress and long-term success.