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Admissions 2026/2027

At Salesianos do Estoril, we help young people grow into independent, responsible, and happy individuals — ready to face the challenges of tomorrow. Admissions for the 2026/2027 academic year are open from 15 October to 31 January 2026, exclusively online.

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The Salesian Educational Vision

Salesianos do Estoril is an educational environment that supports families in promoting:

the full development of each student’s personality;
self-esteem and responsibility in their own learning journey;
respect for fundamental human rights and freedoms;
harmonious coexistence and openness to cultural and religious diversity;
active participation in social and cultural life;
and commitment to building a fairer and more fraternal society, where peace, cooperation, and solidarity can flourish.

As a Catholic school, we aim to:

foster the holistic development of students in line with a Christian understanding of the person, life, the world, and culture;
create an environment that encourages witness and evangelising action;
offer, to those who wish and in a climate of freedom, opportunities for faith formation;
and collaborate with others committed to building a better society.

Our school is rooted in the educational experience of St John Bosco. From this tradition come our principles and practices: it is open and inclusive; it nurtures a family spirit that educates; it places each student at the centre of the learning process; it values personal relationships between educators and students; it promotes shared responsibility; and it encourages solidarity with those most in need.

“We educate by evangelising, and we evangelise through education.”

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Step-by-Step Admissions Process

How does the admissions process work?

The admissions process at Salesianos do Estoril is clear and straightforward, divided into four stages that help us get to know each candidate and accompany them throughout their journey until enrolment.

1st Stage

2nd Stage

3.ª Etapa

4.ª Etapa

Admission Period

From 15 October to 31 January 2026
Applications submitted after this period will depend on the availability of places.

All admissions must be made exclusively online at www.candidaturas.estoril.salesianos.pt.

At the time of submission, please send the following documents by email to candidaturas@estoril.salesianos.pt, quoting the admission number:

Copy of the most recent school report card (for candidates applying to Pre-school and Year 1; not required for those who have not attended pre-school);
Copy of the latest assessment records;
Any other relevant documents for the learning process (Learning Support and Inclusion Plan, medical or psychological/psychopedagogical reports);
Cambridge English Certificate (if applicable).

⚠️ Incomplete admissions will not be accepted.

Information Session on Secondary Education – 27 November 2025

This session aims to inform parents/guardians about the educational structure of Salesianos do Estoril, especially for candidates applying to Year 10:

Structure of the academic programmes;
Optional and alternative subject pathways;
Vocational guidance.

Open Day – 10 January 2026

An opportunity for families to discover the school. The programme will be shared by email and on social media.

Candidates for Years 5, 7, and 10 will take a short assessment designed to evaluate skills aligned with the Salesian Student Profile.
Students should be accompanied by their parents or guardians.

Personal Interview

Interviews will begin on 22 October.
For Pre-school (ages 3–5), Primary (Years 1–4), Lower Secondary (Years 5–6), Year 7, Year 10, and Year 11, the interview will be scheduled by parents/guardians during the online admission process.

Both the parents/guardians and the candidate must attend the interview.

For the remaining years (Years 8, 9, and 12), the school will contact families directly if places become available.

Admission Criteria and Confirmation

Following the interview, acceptance decisions will take into account the following criteria:

Sibling already enrolled at Salesianos do Estoril;
Child of a Salesianos do Estoril staff member;
Sibling of a former pupil;
Child of a former pupil;
Candidate currently attending an extracurricular activity at Salesianos do Estoril;
Candidate attending a partner school with a cooperation agreement.

Final admission results will be communicated by email.
Notification dates depend on the year level:

For candidates to Pre-school, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Year 7: from 19 January onwards;
For candidates to other years: upon confirmation of available places.

Admission Criteria

Family

The Salesian School values family unity within the educational environment and considers as siblings those young people who live together in the same household.

Parents and guardians should be aware of the importance of their active involvement in school life and of the candidate’s responsibility to embrace the Salesian Educational Vision.

Alignment with the Salesian Profile

The candidate and their parents/guardians are expected to share values and attitudes consistent with the Salesian ethos.

To be admitted, candidates — in line with their age — should demonstrate:

responsibility and commitment;
a genuine wish to attend the school;
respect for classmates, teachers, and all members of the Salesian community;
and an appreciation for moral and spiritual growth inspired by the message of Jesus Christ.

For Admitted Students

Enrolment

Enrolment must be completed online at www.inscricao.estoril.salesianos.pt.

Payment can be made via MB WAY, bank transfer, ATM reference, or in person within two working days after confirmation. After this deadline, the place will automatically be offered to another candidate.

Registration

Registration takes place in June/July, online at www.matriculas.estoril.salesianos.pt.
Payment methods are the same as above.

The annual fee includes the enrolment, registration, and nine monthly instalments (ten in the case of Pre-school). Fees for enrolment and registration are non-refundable.

For further information, please contact the school office.

Note: Providing false information will result in the cancellation of the admission.