Dear Team,
In this week's newsletter, please find our latest updates and important information, including:
Preschool celebration
Aprendizes Has Talent
Save the Date: End-of-Year Arraial
Yearbook
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About this space
This space is for colleagues, by colleagues — it’s not from the management, it’s from the team, for the team. It’s about valuing what we are together, recognizing the effort, care, and presence. If you’d like to thank a colleague, this is the place. It will be published in the next newsletter.
Shout out
A heartfelt thank you to our Science teachers for their incredible dedication and creativity in preparing iTEACH 2025. Their guidance and enthusiasm were key to the success of this inspiring event.
A special word of appreciation goes to Sophie, our exceptional lab technician, whose behind-the-scenes work ensured that both teachers and students had everything they needed – on time, and perfectly organised. Her support, especially during the preparation and wrap-up of the event, was simply outstanding. (From Rita!!)
New Opportunities at School – Apply Now!
We’re excited to share that new roles will soon be opening within our school, and we warmly encourage interested members of our community to apply.
Deadline: June 17th
To apply, please send an email to Rikke at rikke@aprendizes.pt, briefly describing your motivation and why you believe you’re the right person for the role. The Pedagogical Coordination team will review the applications and select the candidates.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Coordinator
Job Description: DofE Coordinator – Job description - DofE coordinator.docx
Stipend: EUR 150/month for 10 months
Volunteer Coordinator
Job Description: Volunteer Coordinator – Job description Volunteer Coordinator - Copy.docx
Stipend: EUR 100/month for 10 months
Action Research Facilitator
Job Description: Action Research Facilitator – Job Description.docx
Stipend: EUR 100/month for 10 months
Additional: Eligible for the Action Research stipend.
We also encourage the facilitator to carry out their own action research project as part of the role.
RECRUITMENT
Sharing is attracting — by spreading the word, our team helps bring in more talent just like you! Let’s grow this team.
Primary Teacher (Now or School Year 25/26)
Primary Co-Teacher (School Year 25/26)
Primary Teaching Assistant (Academic Year 25/26)
Secondary Business Teacher (School Year 25/26)
Middle and Secondary Mathematics Teacher (School Year 25/26)
Secondary Arts and Design Teacher (School Year 25/26)
Secondary Teacher for IT and Computer Science (School Year 25/26)
Middle School English language and literature Teacher (School Year 25/26)
Remember, these positions are open to everyone, so if you're interested, don't hesitate to apply!
Additionally, at Aprendizes, we believe that YOU are the best person to identify and select your future colleagues. That's why we're implementing an active referral system. If you recommend a future colleague (and they confirm that you informed them about the position), you'll receive a €150 referral bonus!
25 JUN | Preschool Final Presentation | 9.30 AM
25 JUN | Selected students | Bliss Day (Music School) | 4.30 PM to 6.30 PM
26 JUN | Grade 9 Tech students | Petitcrows Boat Construction | 10.30 AM to 1.00 PM
26 JUN | Grade PSOC – Descobridores | Coastal Observation and Its Species with Biologist Daphna Mavor | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
26 JUN | Grades 4 to 7 | Mini Duke Celebration Day
26 JUN | Grade 8 | Graduation Lunch | Lunch Time | Tent
27 JUN | Whole School | Aprendizes Has Talent | From 2:00 PM
27 JUN | Whole School | End of Year Party | 6.00 PM to 10.00 PM
30 JUN–02 JUL | Grades 3rd & 4th | Campo Aventura Óbidos
30 JUN–02 JUL | Grades 5th–8th | Campo Aventura Óbidos
02 JUL–03 JUL | Grades 1st & 2nd | Campo Aventura Óbidos
18 JUL | Staff Only | Internal Staff Party
PRESCHOOL CELEBRATION
On the 25th, 9.30 AM, the amphitheater will host the year-end music performances and the diploma ceremony for preschool graduates.
This special event is reserved for the parents of preschoolers, celebrating this important milestone with emotion and joy.
APRENDIZES HAS TALENT!
We invite everyone to the talent show on Friday, 27th June from 2PM. Students will compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes.
Come and enjoy an exciting afternoon of music, dance, and creativity. Don’t miss the chance to see our talented students shine on stage!
END OF YEAR ARRAIAL
Our End of Year Arraial will be a true celebration of the Aprendizes community. Students, families, and teachers will come together — like one big Aprendizes family — to close the year with joy, grilled sardines, “bifanas”, and live music.
An evening full of connection, laughter, and lasting memories that truly deserves everyone’s presence. We warmly invite all current and former students, families, and staff to join us for this special celebration!
OUR YEARBOOK IS NOW BEING PRINTED
A true time capsule filled with memories, laughter, and the moments that defined our year. Starting on the 27th, secure your copy for just €X and take home a lasting piece of our story.
TAKE YOUR BELONGINGS BY 27 JUNE!
Please take all your materials, work, and clothing by 27 June. After this date, the school will undergo cleaning and organisation. Uncollected work will be discarded, and materials and clothes donated to our partner organisations. Thank you for your cooperation!
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE START OF SCHOOL
2 September: Induction Day [New Students]
3 September: Start of the 1st Term
8 September: Start of Pre-School [New Students]
The full school calendar is available here.
We look forward to welcoming all students and wish everyone an excellent holiday until then.
Preschool
END-OF-YEAR ADVENTURE!
Our preschoolers wrapped up the year with an unforgettable trip to Parque Rural Tambor!
From outdoor games to ziplines and even “milking” a pretend cow, the day was filled with joy, courage, and teamwork. A perfect blend of fun and challenge — the laughter echoed all the way back home!
Primary
MEASURED IN DINOS? ABSOLUTELY!
Our Grade 1 students explored measurement with mini dinos, pens, and plenty of curiosity!
This playful activity taught them key maths concepts: consistent units, logical thinking, and how smaller units mean more are needed. A roaring success, packed with learning, laughter, and teamwork — measuring has never been this fun!
Middle
EXPLORING THE WILD WORLD OF WOODLICE
Grade 5 scientists took science outdoors to investigate how light and moisture affect woodlice behaviour.
In our veggie garden, they designed experiments, made discoveries, and even found baby woodlice! Real-world learning, scientific thinking, and joyful curiosity made this hands-on adventure truly unforgettable.
