Discover St. Nicholas, an international school located in São Paulo – SP, that stands out for its excellent education, aligned with the highest global standards. With campuses in Pinheiros and Alphaville, we form students who are prepared to face the challenges of the contemporary world, developing essential skills and a multicultural vision.
The 21st century presents exciting possibilities for students with curiosity and imagination to develop important multiple literacies.
St. Nicholas develops a community of lifelong learners who are world-minded global citizens. Students who learn through collaboration and can work together to make the world a better place.
A broad and balanced, conceptual and connected curriculum that addresses students’ cognitive development and social, physical and emotional well-being (excerpt from the IB Mission).
St. Nicholas is an international school in São Paulo, committed to academic excellence and integral development of its students. We adopt the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and social responsibility, preparing students to become self-confident global citizens with a broad perspective of the world.
We promote diversity and create a welcoming environment for all.
We focus on students’ intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth
We value honesty and ethics in all our practices.
we build a community in which every member is valued.
We prepare students to stand out in a globalized and multicultural world.
St. Nicholas has two campuses in São Paulo: one in Pinheiros and the other in Alphaville. Both have modern and complete infrastructure, which includes:
• Tiny Tots Program (18 months to 3 years old ): A safe and stimulating space that favors creating trusting bonds between children and educators, besides the exploration of environments such as natural gardens, fostering curiosity and love for learning from an early age.
• Early Years (3 to 6 years old ): At this stage, children learn through play, developing social and cognitive skills in carefully planned environments that foster investigation and creative communication. Through the Primary Years Programme (PYP) from the IB, the children are conducted through an educational approach that values curiosity and exploration, preparing them for continuous and meaningful learning.
In Primary Years, students continue their journey in the Primary years old Programme (PYP) through an investigative curriculum that prepares them for a globalized society, approaching globally relevant themes, such as:
• Who we are
• Where we are in space and time
• How we express ourselves
• How the world works
• How we organize ourselves
• Sharing the planet
This approach fosters critical thinking and active learning, culminating with global research presented in the 5th-grade Exhibition.
For the Middle School, St. Nicholas offers an academic program, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) from the IB, centered on students and their education. The students are encouraged to make connections between the subjects and the world outside the classroom through a rich and balanced curriculum based on investigation. With challenging experiences in eight groups of subjects – Mathematics, English, Portuguese, Science, Humanities, Arts, Physical education, and Design – students expand their horizons and acquire essential skills for life. The focus is on:
• Investigative Curriculum
• Holistic Education
• Innovative Learning Environments
• Personal and Leadership Development
• IB Diploma Program (16 to 18 years old ):
The IB’s Diploma Programme (DP) was authorized in May 2024 and is offered to students from 16 to 18 years old. Through a rigorous curriculum, students in 11th and 12th grade receive a complete and personalized education. 25 subjects are offered for students to personalize their educational program according to their interests, abilities, and academic objectives. All this with the support of a team of tutors and the University Counseling department.
St. Nicholas is proud to offer an international curriculum recognized by renowned universities in Brazil and worldwide. This curriculum allows students to develop an outlook toward the future, cultivate the ability to question, feed the desire for knowledge, stand out in their careers, strengthen their identity, develop their communication skills, and empathize with people from different backgrounds.
The IB’s Diploma Programme (DP) was authorized in May 2024 and is offered to students from 16 to 18 years old. Through a rigorous curriculum, students in 11th and 12th grade receive a complete and personalized education. 25 subjects are offered for students to personalize their educational program according to their interests, abilities, and academic objectives. All this with the support of a team of tutors and the University Counseling department.
St. Nicholas is proud to offer an international curriculum recognized by renowned universities in Brazil and worldwide. This curriculum allows students to develop an outlook toward the future, cultivate the ability to question, feed the desire for knowledge, stand out in their careers, strengthen their identity, develop their communication skills, and empathize with people from different backgrounds.
At St. Nicholas, Early Years combines a dynamic curriculum with inquiry and play, promoting children’s integral development.
• Tiny Tots Program (18 months to 3 years old): A welcoming environment that encourages exploration and development of social and language skills.
• Early Years Program (3 to 6 years old): IB’s Primary Years Programme (PYP) is offered to children from 3 to 6 years old, allowing them to learn through play in spaces designed to stimulate curiosity and independence. In this imaginative environment, students develop communication skills and understanding of the world around them, fostering meaningful and integrated learning.
Primary Years is based on IB’s Primary Years Programme (PYP), which promotes investigation and exploration of global themes in depth. During this period, students develop essential skills through topics like:
• Who we are.
• Where we are in place and time.
• How we express ourselves.
• How the world works.
• How we organize ourselves.
• Sharing the planet.
Research and investigation are crucial, allowing students to deeply understand the content covered. The journey culminates with the presentation of their research in fifth grade.
Students in the Middle Years consolidate their learning with an international curriculum, combining the IB philosophy and IGCSE from the University of Cambridge. The program is enriched by the “4 Peaks” (Passion, Pairs, Project, and Play), allowing the exploration of global themes such as the environment and health. Students participate in transdisciplinary investigations and are prepared for academic and practical challenges, culminating in the worldwide recognized IGCSE qualification.
Since 2000, the IB Diploma Program at St. Nicholas has stood out for being inclusive and challenging, as a result of which 83% pass the bilingual diploma, which is approximately 50% higher than the global average. The curriculum covers 40 subjects in addition to the mandatory ones, which include: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). The program prepares them for renowned universities, developing practical and critical skills valued in the job market and academic life.
"The best part of St. Nicholas is that the classroom can be anywhere."
“I really appreciate how much I learned here and the real-life situations I got to experience. I also value how relatable it was to my own life and how it can contribute to my growth.”
“St. Nicholas is very special to me, for I have been here since Tiny Tots. O love this school and here I feel at home.”
“At St. Nicholas, I learned to ask the right questions to get to the right place, the right place for me!”
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Ofereça uma educação internacional única para seu filho:
An international school is an educational institution that has a worldwide renowned curriculum, such as the International Baccalaureate (IB), enabling students to study and work anywhere on the planet.
International schools adopt international curricula and usually offer classes in several languages, prioritizing the academic and personal development of students, and preparing them for challenges they will face in the global scene.
International education refers to an educational system that adopts global standards, such as the IB. It promotes critical thinking and global citizenship, aiming at educating students prepared to act in an international job market.
While bilingual schools offer education in two languages, international schools provide a comprehensive curriculum with a global perspective, preparing students to interact in different cultures and international contexts.
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Av. Honório Álvares Penteado, 5463
06543-320
Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba (SP), Brasil
Rua do Emissário, 333
05423-070
Pinheiros, São Paulo (SP), Brasil
Rua Marte, 333
05423-070
Pinheiros, São Paulo (SP), Brazil
Av. Honório Álvares Penteado, 5463
06543-320
Tamboré, Santana de Parnaíba (SP), Brazil
