Who is this for
Families relocating with school-age children (ages 3–18)
Parents wanting to understand the difference between public and international schools
Families needing childcare, nursery or creche options in the Algarve
Parents whose children need Portuguese language support
What is school & childcare
The Algarve has a range of schooling options — Portuguese public schools, bilingual schools, and international schools (British curriculum, German, and others). The right choice depends on your children's ages, language abilities, how long you plan to stay, and budget. We research, visit, and recommend based on your specific family situation.
Why use Algarve Made Easy
School applications have deadlines and waiting lists, especially for the most sought-after international schools. We know the Algarve school landscape well and can connect you with the right institutions before places are full.
Everything included in your service
- Assessment of schooling options based on your children's ages and situation
- School visits and introductions (in-person or virtual)
- Application preparation for up to 3 schools
- Childcare and nursery recommendations for under-3s
- After-school activity recommendations
- Portuguese language tutoring recommendations