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SCAIS Kindergarten: The Future of Early Years is Here
Our kindergarten is being designed to be more than just a building, but a purpose-built ecosystem designed to bridge the gap between architectural innovation and pedagogical excellence. Located in our future campus in Alcochete, our space is being designed as the "Third Teacher", using natural light, open green spaces, and biophilic design to ignite curiosity and foster the California Edge mindset from day one. Why SCAIS Kindergarten? Purpose-Built Spaces: Architecture that e


SCAIS Officially Recognized as a Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme
SCAIS is proud to announce its official status as a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) *. This milestone solidifies our position as a premier choice for international education in Portugal , bringing a world-class academic framework to the Lisbon-Alcochete region . Leading the Way in International Education The decision to pursue IB candidacy reflects Sierra Canyon’s mission to provide a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculu


A First Look at the Future Campus of SCAISchool Portugal
The vision for Sierra Canyon American International School Portugal is about to become reality. Recently, the project’s architectural team, Broadway Malyan , a global studio with extensive experience in innovative educational environments, visited the site in Alcochete , where the future international campus will be built. This first visit marks a major milestone in bringing the project to life. Set across 17 hectares of natural landscape , the campus has been designed to em


Canaan Global Holdings partners with Sierra Canyon LA to Launch an American International School in Portugal
The project, named Sierra Canyon American International School Portugal , will bring world-class, values-driven education for students ages 3–18, combining academic excellence with an inclusive, multicultural environment. The initiative represents a unique, secure investment opportunity tied to the physical construction of the new campus in Alcochete. The school is expected to open in 2026 , positioning the region as a new hub for international families and innovation in edu


Canaan Global recebe diretora da Sierra Canyon American International School
A CANAAN Global recebeu Lindsay Koss, diretora da Sierra Canyon School, durante a sua recente visita a Portugal. A reunião centrou-se em futuras oportunidades de colaboração na área da educação.
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