Community Comments

After almost 8 years, I have no doubt that CAISL was the wisest choice. Our daughter loves the school and everyone who is part of it. I want to express gratitude for the support received over these years. It is a great pleasure to be part of this community. Without a doubt, our daughter will carry the fondest memories of this school. Friends, teachers, director, and the entire team that makes up this community will always hold a special place in our hearts!

Mother of a child who will be leaving at the
end of Grade 5.

CAISL has been a remarkable community for my son during his past four years of high school. We experienced this strength of caring and commitment to education even more so this past pandemic year, when the director, teachers and staff worked absolute magic to make the year appear seamless for the students, despite confinement, changing restrictions and working from home, and these smooth transitions belied an incredible amount of adaptation, hard work & tight collaboration in order to keep Seniors supported throughout the intensive final year of IB, exams, and the disrupted college application process. CAISL has been an outstanding experience for our family, one that I wish other families would avail.

Father of 12th Grader (child graduated from CAISL)

As an American, I thought I wanted to give my 2 children a change from an American school experience during our brief expat post in Portugal. However, because of CAISL’s quality of education, the warm, welcoming school culture and the deeply international student body, now we don’t want to leave. CAISL may look like a typical American public school on the outside but the educational experience they offer is anything but typical. The school is inclusive, constructive and dedicated to the whole child and student-led learning. Their college placement is among the best of the country’s international schools and it is the only school in Portugal with support from the American State Department, offering both a US High School diploma as well as International Baccalaureate diploma.

Parent of children in Grades 7 and 9 

I was fortunate enough to have attended CAISL from EC3-Grade 12. I can honestly say, without hesitation, that CAISL played a huge role in making me the independent life-long learner I am today. In September, I started my university studies in International Business in the Netherlands. The skills I acquired at CAISL enabled me to smoothly adapt to a new environment. The ability to organize my time and workload efficiently, collaborate effectively with peers from all over the world in several languages, and present projects to large audiences with confidence are huge assets. Thank you, CAISL, for preparing me so well for the future.

Alumnus from 2022 Class

CAISL is an amazing school in which students are valued individually and invited to grow academically and also as socially responsible human beings. The atmosphere in campus is always great and very well organized creating a safe environment for students and families. I was amazed by the magnificent work developed during the pandemic.
I truly recommend CAISL!

Parent  of a child in Grade 5

My family and I are Brazillian and moved from USA to Portugal in 2018. For us, it was a blessing to find a school like CAISL! The school is an extension of US schools' method, all the staff is very professional and well prepared, and also the school’s curriculum is at an excellent level. The intercultural exchange is very rich – there are children from all over the world, which makes it a priceless experience and I can notice the dignity, respect and integrity that the school transmits to its students.

Mother of children in Grades 9 and 12

As an American, I thought I wanted to give my 2 children a change from an American school experience during our brief expat post in Portugal. However, because of CAISL’s quality of education, the warm, welcoming school culture and the deeply international student body, now we don’t want to leave. CAISL may look like a typical American public school on the outside but the educational experience they offer is anything but typical. The school is inclusive, constructive and dedicated to the whole child and student-led learning. Their college placement is among the best of the country’s international schools and it is the only school in Portugal with support from the American State Department, offering both a US High School diploma as well as International Baccalaureate diploma.

Mother of a 6th and a 9th Grader

After having studied in 4 countries, our daughter has found in CAISL both academic excellence and in human kindness, which has made her feel happy at school. The warmth of all the staff facilitated her adaptation to CAISL and Portugal. And to us as parents it has given us the peace of mind of knowing that she is in the best hands.

Father of a 2nd Grader

I have now been studying in CAISL for more than a semester (...) I had very high expectations for the school year, and they were surpassed by miles, in many ways! (...) My teachers are fun, and they create different and more interactive ways of learning. In class I don’t just learn what is written in the books or on the internet, I also learn lifelong skills.

Student in Grade 7

Excellent school, lovely community, great teachers, beautiful focus on values and experiences. So many amazing models and kind people to be inspired by at CAISL. Couldn’t be more grateful for our 4th year there!

Parent of a child in Grade 2

I’m an alumni and I recommend CAISL to anyone who is looking for an American/International school

Alumnus from 2020 Class

Our kids have been at Caisl for 7 years and it has become so much more than a school to us; it’s a community that gives us sense of belonging and purpose. Aside from the academic excellence, the school is made by individuals and true values. A kind and friendly staff and brilliant caring teachers helped us navigate throughout these difficult unexpected couple of years. The school facilities are cleaner and more organized than ever, school works like a swiss watch despite all disruptions caused by the pandemics. Thanks again and again!

Parent of children in Grades 7 and 12

As a family, we are all devastated most about leaving CAISL. You and your school have literally been life-changing for us. 

Parent of children in Grades 1 & 4

I attended CAISL from the 5th to 12th grade and completed the IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma program. Besides the exemplary education that the school provides, it prepares you for life, placing you in a path towards success. Although sometimes challenging, the curriculum is rigorous, and versatile. More than knowledge, CAISL gives you the discipline, perseverance and values you need to navigate in life. The cultural exposure that you get from the people you meet from all over the world make you feel at home no matter what country you are in. If I had to summarize in a few words, CAISL helps you become a more mature individual and teaches you how to learn.

CAISL Alumnus

I often think about how thankful I am for the help CAISL has given me during the College applications process. (...) Without your input, my goal of coming to the US to study in a top school would have not been realized, so I really appreciate all the support and recommendations you gave me.

CAISL  Alumnus

Sharing my point of view as Mom of 5: (…). I would like to take a minute, to thank all the CAISL team, children are definitely engaged with this new method and that means a lot to us. Congratulations.

Mother of Elementary and Secondary Children (during School@Home program)

(…)Our son is extremely happy, working harder than ever and experiencing the joy of learning and fulfilling tasks independently. He feels so proud to seat at his own computer and work, just as he see us doing. The teachers (all of them) have been absolutely fantastic. (...)

Mother of an Elementary Child (during School@Home program)

My daughter insisted on getting up on time yesterday morning so she could start the virtual schooling "on schedule". (...).  The utter delight and confidence with which she sat down and worked through the different subjects was remarkable, impressive, even touching. (...).  (...)  Sure, it was just Day 1, and it's novel, but really impressive to see.

Father of an Elementary Child (during School@Home program)

(…)Our son is extremely happy, working harder than ever and experiencing the joy of learning and fulfilling tasks independently. He feels so proud to seat at his own computer and work, just as he see us doing. The teachers (all of them) have been absolutely fantastic. (...)

Mother of an Elementary Child (during School@Home program)