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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba is a nonprofit international school serving 800 students aged 2 to 18 from Swiss, German and Brazilian nationalities. The curriculum integrates the Brazilian National Curricular Parameters, the Swiss Lehrplan 21, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Instruction is bilingual in Portuguese and German through Fundamental II, and in Portuguese and English in high school; French and Spanish are offered, with Italian available as extracurricular. The school is recognized and supported by the Swiss government and the Canton of Aargau, with support from Paraná State Department of Education. In addition to the IB Diploma, students complete the Brazilian high school certificate and obtain language certifications. The Diploma includes TOK, Extended Essay, and the CAS component, with assessments externally conducted. Extracurriculars include Robotics and Programming; Band and Swiss School News; Italian courses, Chess, Skating, and Volleyball. The campus features a gymnasium, outdoor spaces, and Week on curricular projects worldwide.
Approximately 800 students; Swiss, German, Brazilian and 14 other nationalities
Additional learning support
Special adaptation program in German or Portuguese for admitted students
Country affiliation
Switzerland; recognized and supported by the Swiss government and the Canton of Aargau, with support from the Paraná State Department of Education
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation
School day structure
Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees
Annual tuition at Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba ranges from BRL 22,896 to BRL 40,104 for 2026/27.
Application / one‑time entry charges - The school charges a one‑time enrolment fee (referred to as a "joia") at first matriculation; this single payment is used for capital or investment improvements for the school community.
Tuition fees by year group (monthly basis — latest public figures available) - The school publishes tuition as monthly fees by year group rather than a single annual flat fee. The most recent publicly available published amounts found are from an external 2021 compilation (used here only as the last public numeric reference): - Educação Infantil (Maternal/Kindergarten): R$ 1,908 per month. - Ensino Fundamental I (1º–5º ano): R$ 2,314 per month. - Ensino Fundamental II (6º–9º ano): R$ 2,806 per month. - Ensino Médio (séries finais / Gymnasium): R$ 3,342 per month. - The school notifies families of the following school year's monthly tuition amounts at the end of August / start of September; current (2026/27 or 2025/26) published numeric rates for those academic years were not available in the school's public materials.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed on a periodic (monthly) basis. The school communicates the tuition amounts and confirms family interest for the next academic year in late August / early September. - Meal payments are prepaid: families load credit onto the student's ID badge and pay those meal charges in advance. - Specific invoice due dates, number of instalments (for example 10, 11 or 12 monthly payments), discounts for early payment, or penalties for late payment were not published in the publicly available admissions/FAQ material that could be reviewed.
Boarding fees - The Colégio Suíço‑Brasileiro de Curitiba operates as a day school; there is no published programme or fee schedule for boarding or on‑site residential accommodation.
Other recurring or one‑off costs - "Despesa escolar" (school expenses) is charged to cover didactic materials (national and imported), field trips, agenda, stationery and craft materials, photocopies, week‑of‑studies activities, health/ambulatory services and international diploma fees — these are billed separately from tuition as applicable. - Uniform: the school has an official uniform model but its use is not mandatory; uniform purchase is an additional parent expense and retailers are identified by the school on request. - Transport: school transport (vans) is arranged privately by families; the school provides a list of registered drivers but transport contracts and payment are handled directly between parents and providers. - Meal service: school meals are provided by a third party and paid in advance via card/badge credits as noted above.
Refunds and cancellation - No public, detailed refund or cancellation policy for tuition, enrolment fees or other charges was published in the school's publicly available FAQ/regulatory materials that were reviewed. Families should expect that refund/cancellation conditions (if any) will be specified in the school's enrolment contract or financial regulations and clarified by the school's finance office.
Fee payment options - The school uses a prepaid credit system for meals (credits loaded on the student badge). For standard tuition and other school charges, explicit, publicly posted payment‑method details (boleto, PIX, bank transfer, credit card, etc.) were not found in the public admissions/FAQ documents available for review; the school's finance office handles billing arrangements. For enquiries about acceptable payment channels, contact the school's finance or admissions team.
Concise summary of availability of numeric rates - I was unable to locate a published 2026/27 or 2025/26 detailed fee schedule on the school's public admission/FAQ materials. The most recent numeric fee figures publicly available in open sources date from an external 2021 compilation (values shown above) and should be treated as historical reference rather than current 2025/26 or 2026/27 rates. The school confirms and communicates the next academic year's monthly tuition to families in late August / early September.
Administrative contact for fee confirmation - Phone: +55 41 3525‑9100; E‑mail: chpr@chpr.com.br — use these contacts to request the school's current, official fee schedule and payment procedures for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic year.
Academics
Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
International curriculum: integration of the Brazilian curriculum, the Swiss curriculum (Lehrplan 21), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Instruction is bilingual in Portuguese and German through the end of Fundamental II, and in Portuguese and English in high school. The curriculum also includes French and Spanish, with Italian offered as an extracurricular activity.
Higher Education Progression
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma, which enables access to many national and international universities. Students also receive the Brazilian High School Certificate, along with various language-proficiency diplomas.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Pestalozzi-inspired pedagogy teaches with head, heart and hands, integrating diverse teaching methodologies to promote a holistic education. Head: solid academic formation, critical thinking, problem solving and intellectual curiosity are valued. Heart: emotional and social development is a fundamental pillar of the pedagogical approach, with respect, empathy and responsibility at the center of learning. Hands: practical experiences and project work are essential, with active, hands-on learning and real-world problem solving. Internationality and multilingualism are part of daily life, with multilingual education in German, Portuguese and English to prepare students for a global environment. The curriculum integrates the Brazilian curriculum, the Swiss Lehrplan 21 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme to support an internationally oriented education.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
If necessary, students without fluency in Portuguese or German have a special adaptation program. The adaptation is provided in German or Portuguese, according to the needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Multilingual education is offered, with instruction primarily in German, Portuguese and English, preparing students for a global environment. The curriculum integrates the Brazilian curriculum with the Swiss Lehrplan 21 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Students may participate in exchange programs and intercultural projects that broaden language skills and cultural awareness. The school community is diverse, with people from multiple countries contributing to a multicultural environment. Classes address global topics such as environmental protection, human rights and democracy.
Mental Wellbeing
Emotional and social development is a central pillar of the pedagogical approach. The school fosters a positive learning environment where respect, empathy and responsibility shape interactions. Social-emotional skills and a strong sense of community are actively developed. The multilingual, multicultural context supports students' well-being and inclusion. The Pestalozzi-based approach integrates thinking, feeling and doing to support holistic well-being.
Safeguarding
Strengthen the community and create safety. Our school community provides a sense of safety inside the classroom and at the school through reliable cooperation in a family-like environment. An open-dialogue culture, characterized by appreciation, mutual understanding, and multilingualism, underpins safeguarding. Student involvement and parent engagement are integral to safeguarding. There is a connection with Switzerland, reinforced by living customs, which fosters intercultural exchange and mutual respect. The Swiss schools abroad declaration emphasizes governance, high educational quality, and ongoing school development through professional leadership and collaboration with Educationsuisse.
Admissions
Admissions
Admission of Students: The school offers a personalised service via WhatsApp. Registration is required if there is interest in a vacancy, and registration does not guarantee a vacancy. A Registration Form is available; Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, Lower Secondary Education, and Upper Secondary Education all follow a level-specific admission process. The process of admission is described below by level.
Early Childhood Education: Enrollment call-ups are made in order of registration, with priority given to siblings, according to the age group and vacancy availability. Minimum ages are: Pre-kindergarten (Jardim I) – 4 years old by March 31 of the academic year; Kindergarten (Jardim II) – 5 years old by March 31 of the academic year.
Primary Education: For 1st to 3rd Grade, call-ups are made in order of registration, with priority to siblings, according to age group and vacancy availability. For admission to 1st Grade, the child must be 6 years old by March 31 of the academic year. From 4th Grade, admission is defined based on individual interviews with the Coordination, statutory assessment, and visits to classes. If necessary, students without fluency in Portuguese or German will have a special adaptation program.
Lower Secondary Education: In addition to the tests mentioned above, there will be an evaluation of German for candidates fluent in German. Students without knowledge of German are only accepted up to 8th Grade. If approved, the School offers a program of special adaptation (remedial classes) in German or Portuguese as required.
Upper Secondary Education: To be admitted, all candidates must undergo individual interviews with the Coordination, visits to the classrooms, and statutory assessments in Mathematics, Portuguese, English, German and other subjects at the School's discretion.
Documents necessary for Registration:
Early Childhood Education: Copy of the student's Birth Certificate; Copy of RG or RNE (Foreign ID) and CPF (Taxpayer Registration) for the financial guardian.
Primary Education and Secondary Education: Copy of the student's Birth Certificate; Copy of RG or RNE; Copy of financial guardian's RG or RNE and CPF; Transfer Declaration from the previous educational establishment; School Transcript; Declaration of Financial Settlement of the previous educational establishment.
Hours and Contact: The school operates Monday to Friday, from 7:15 am to 5:00 pm. Location: R. Wanda dos Santos Mallmann, 537, Centro - Pinhais/PR, Brazil, CEP 83323-400. Phone: +55 41 3525-9100. Operating hours are also listed as Seg - Sex: 7h15 to 17h.
FAQs
What curriculum does Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba follow?
International curriculum: integration of the Brazilian curriculum, the Swiss curriculum (Lehrplan 21), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Instruction is bilingual in Portuguese and German through the end of Fundamental II, and in Portuguese and English in high school. The curricu
What age range does Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba serve?
Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba serves students from age 2 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 22896 to 40104.
How many students attend Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba?
Approximately 800 students.
Where is Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba located?
R. Wanda dos Santos Mallmann, 537, Centro, Pinhais, Paraná, Brazil, CEP 83323-400. The school is located in the Centro district of Pinhais, Paraná.
Does Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba have a religious affiliation?
No religious affiliation
Does Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba offer learning support?
If necessary, students without fluency in Portuguese or German have a special adaptation program. The adaptation is provided in German or Portuguese, according to the needs.
What languages are used for instruction?
Multilingual education uses German, Portuguese and English as core languages. French, German and English offer official language diplomas: French DELF; German DSD; English Cambridge ESOL. The IB Programme supports multilingual and intercultural learning.
What is the admissions process?
Admission of Students: The school offers a personalised service via WhatsApp. Registration is required if there is interest in a vacancy, and registration does not guarantee a vacancy. A Registration Form is available; Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, Lower Secondary Education, and Uppe
What extracurricular activities are available?
Band and Digital Video Production are offered as extracurricular activities. Both are led by qualified instructors and take place in dedicated spaces.
Who leads Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba?
The school is led by Reto Schafflützel.
When was Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba established?
Colégio Suíço-Brasileiro de Curitiba was established in 1980.
What is the school community like?
The school fosters a sense of community through active family involvement via the Eltern & Schule association. All families are members and may propose ideas or participate in projects or action group
What are the university pathways?
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma, which enables access to many national and international universities. Students also receive the Brazilian High School Certificate, along with various language-proficiency diplomas.
