Brazil is the heart of South America, symbolising both tropical paradise and unexplored jungle. Your exchange program in Brazil will take you to a land of staggering beauty with a wondrous culture.  

School life in Brazil

School year

February to December

School day

• 7.00am to 12.00pm
• 30 minute mid morning break

School choices

• Ensino Fundamental (age 7-14 years)
• Ensino Médio (age 15-17 years)

School syllabus

Wide choice of subjects and electives

Holidays

• Three weeks in July
• Two weeks over Christmas
• Long summer break

Uniforms

Students wear a casual uniform