nature is our
classroom
Dare to Reimagine Education
Accepting applications for 2024-25 | 2025-26
CERTIFICATIONS
Welcome to Hypha International School.
COME EXPERIENCE
OUR UNIQUE AND INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL
Ages 3 trough primary.
WHO WE ARE
Nestled in the breathtaking Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, Hypha is a specialized international school that sees the outdoors as a natural extension of the classroom. While our Reggio-inspired indoor spaces are thoughtfully designed, the heart of our learning happens under open skies, fostering a deep connection to the natural world.
At Hypha, we believe in nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and heart. We challenge the misconception that a nature-immersed approach to education and academic rigor are at odds.
We ensure an outstanding educational experience by highly training great educators and ensuring that students receive a personalized, student-centered education that is transferable and internationally respected. We nurture mindful, kind individuals equipped with strong academic foundations and 21st century skills to embrace the challenges and opportunities of the future.
PARENT TESTIMONIAL
EDUCATIONAL STAGES
Learner ages: 3 – 5
We bring in best practices from Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Forest School to promote a holistic development. We have beautifully designed environments and highly trained, loving educators, to provide an engaging and playful start to education. While the program is delivered in English, children are immersed in the Portuguese language during part of each day, and during Portuguese classes..
Learner ages: 5 – 10
THE HYPHA DIFFERENCE
MINDFULNESS AND WELLBEING
Hypha has a whole-child approach to education that supports children’s rights to play, to be in nature, to be nurtured, to pursue their own interests, and to be collaborators of their own learning
WORLD-CLASS INNOVATIVE EDUCATION
Hypha ensures an outstanding educational experience by hiring excellent educators and ensuring that students receive a high-quality education that is transferable and internationally respected. Our innovative approach ensures structure, continuity, a nurturing environment, and personalized learning tailored to each child. We convey confidence in our students and hold the expectation that each one of them can reach their greatest potential.
NATURE IMMERSION
Our students spend, on average, 3 hours a day exploring, learning, and connecting with the wonders of nature. Many researchers agree that children who spend time outdoors are happier, better at paying attention and less anxious than kids who spend more time indoors. By deepening their understanding and appreciation of the natural world, these children often also develop a profound sense of environmental responsibility and stewardship.
