HIGH
SCHOOL
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Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony
2026 2026
Event: High School Festival of Learning São Paulo 2026
Escola Concept is a Brazilian-born, bilingual, international, coeducational, non-denominational, and non-residential school serving learners from Pre-school through Grade 12 across its 3 campuses. Rooted in innovation, our approach blends global best practices with local relevance. Inspired by Reggio Emilia in the Early Years and driven by researchbased frameworks throughout, we nurture learning through Project-Based Learning (PBL), Visible Thinking Routines, Design Thinking, and a partnership with the Institute for Habits of Mind, for which we are recognized as the only Latin American Center of Excellence. Learning at Concept is inquiry-driven intentional, grounded in a culture that values feedback and welcomes responsible risk-taking as a key component of innovation, and guided by our four foundational pillars:
ACA D E M I C P I L L A R S
DIGITAL ENTREPRENSUSTAIN- COLLAEURSHIP ABILITY BORATION FLUENCY CITIZENSHIP
SYNERGY
HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY
GRUPO SEB With over six decades of pioneering work in education, Grupo SEB has established itself as a vibrant, multicultural, global community defined by educational excellence. Grupo SEB leads with innovation, continuously investing in disruptive educational technologies and solutions that shape the future of learning. As the parent group of Escola Concept, Grupo SEB empowers learners to connect globally, expand their opportunities, and build futures of impact through excellence and innovation. Grupo SEB drives innovation and excellence in education, enabling institutions like Escola Concept to thrive as global learning hubs.
359 High School learners across Grades 9 through 12. The current enrollment per grade is as follows:
OVERVIEW Small class sizes, up to 25 learners, ensure individualized attention, strong faculty relationships, and a personalized learning experience aligned with each learner’s goals.
LEARNERS
GRADE 12
GRADE 11
GRADE 9
GRADE 10
LEARNERS
Escola Concept offers an academically rigorous, challenging, inclusive, global education designed to develop happy and thoughtful human beings who positively impact the world. Our program nurtures lifelong learners who co-create, embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, act sustainably, and are globally and digitally fluent.
LEARNERS
ACROSS SÃO PAULO, RIBEIRÃO PRETO, AND SALVADOR.
Escola Concept follows the southern hemisphere academic calendar, with classes beginning in early February and concluding in mid-December. All core and AP courses are year-long, divided into three trimesters. Grade 12 learners graduate in December. Mid-year reports for Grade 12 are issued in late August, capturing performance from the first and second trimesters. Final transcripts and diplomas are released in early January following graduation.
& COURSE STRUCTURE THINKING, LEARNING, EVOLVING.
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LEARNERS
MISSION STATEMENT
FOR THE CLASS OF 2026, THE 81 GRADE 12 LEARNERS ARE DISTRIBUTED
ever
EMPLOYEES
AGENCY
92 101 85 81 LEARNERS
+40
COUNTRIES
+400,000
ENROLLMENT
(GRADES 9–12) Escola Concept enrolls approximately
+50 SCHOOLS
+7,000
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
TUOBA
ABOUT ESCOLA CONCEPT
HIGH 2025 SCHOOL 2026
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Event: Literary Festival Original Short Story Project – Witnessing Dreams 2025 Learner: Pedro, Class of 2025
Event: Seniors Milestones - Born as Kinders. Shaped into Seniors. Learners: Bruna, Vinícius, Felipe, and Guilherme. Class of 2025
GRADES
PLACEMENT
Embedded into Core Curriculum
9-12
Escola Concept’s High School curriculum, spanning Grades 9 through 12, is rooted in inquiry-based and project-based learning. Each year builds upon the “Understand Explore Materialize” learning model, guiding learners through a transformative journey. By the time they graduate, learners are recognized as Innovative Global Citizens.
4 CORE
COURSES
AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION, AP ENGLISH LITERATURE & COMPOSITION AND AP SEMINAR
U.S.
BNCC BRAZILIAN NATIONAL CORE
SELECTIVE COURSES
PORTUGUESE
AREAS
SUBJECT
SITTING FOR AP EXAMS IS NOT YET MANDATORY, THOUGH AN INCREASING MAJORITY OF LEARNERS OPT TO DO SO.
PASSIONINFORMED
PATHWAYS
E.L.A. ENGLISH, LANGUAGE, AND ARTS
PORTUGUESE, ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, MATHEMATICS, BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, HISTORY, GEOGRAPHY, SOCIOLOGY, AND PHILOSOPHY
DIPLOMA
BRAZILIAN/ NATIONAL DIPLOMA
These diploma options support academic differentiation, global competitiveness, and alignment with learners’ personal and university goals.
*IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY HIGH SCHOOL
GLOBAL CITIZEN
In addition to electives, learners engage in curated enrichment programs that emphasize well-being, global citizenship, and hands-on innovation. These offerings include:
ADDITIONAL AP COURSES:
GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP, ARTS & MUSIC, BODY & MOVEMENT, DESIGN THINKING AND PATHWAY ELECTIVES
CREATIVE HUB The Creative Hub is a regularly scheduled block where learners engage in creative, hands-on learning guided by both educator expertise and student passions. Each semester, students select from a rotating suite of studio-style courses. Past offerings have included Collage and Mixed Media, Muralism, Maker Lab, language and culture studios, and Make Some Noise (music exploration). New this year, the Creative Hub also features AI and Future Literacies, supporting Concept's Digital Fluency pillar. In Grades 11–12, the block includes dedicated time for Guided Independent Study and Exam Preparation (SAT, Vestibulares, TOEFL).
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SCIENCES
ENRICHMENT
CORE AP COURSES:
IMPACT COURSES:
DIPLOMA
NATURAL
PROGRAMS
AP WORLD HISTORY, AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION, AP SEMINAR, AND AP RESEARCH
AP CAPSTONE DIPLOMA
SOCIAL SCIENCES
CORE COURSES:
AVAILABLE THROUGH THE AP HONORS TRACK: AP CALCULUS, AP STATISTICS, AP BIOLOGY, AP LITERATURE AND AP ART DESIGN
INNOVATION
COLLEGE BOARD
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Powered by 5 personalized pathways:
DIPLOMA
ADVANCED PLACEMENT FRAMEWORKS
COMMONCORE,NGSS, NCSS, ILLUSTRATIVE MATHS
Core subject areas and departments:
AP WORLD HISTORY & AP RESEARCH
AP INTERNATIONAL
We believe all learners have the potential to be creative, empathetic, and impactful thinkers who contribute to the world in meaningful ways.
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
TNEMECALP
ADVANCED
Escola Concept learners graduate with a Brazilian High School Diploma, ACADEMIC Allgrounded in the BNCC and accredited by the Ministry of Education. This diploma is enhanced by international academic opportunities and globally recognized PROGRAM credentials. Escola Concept is a member of AMISA, a network that fosters and collaboration among leading international schools, and is accredited OVERVIEW innovation by GEAC for its academic rigor, student support, and future-ready approach.
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HONORS DISTINCTION (NEW PROGRAM-WIDE FEATURE) In all courses, learners may pursue an Honors designation by conducting independent research, publishing their work, and presenting publicly. In AP courses, Honors requires declaring intent to sit the official AP Exam, submitting an independent research paper for publication, and a public presentation. This distinction appears on transcripts and reflects Concept's commitment to deep, inquiry-driven scholarship. CURRICULUM VARIANCE DISCLAIMER Course availability may vary across campuses; not all electives and AP courses are offered at every location. MAKER LAB & INNOVATION SPACES SERVICE LEARNING
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Escola Concept uses a series of internal descriptors, and transcripts show the numerical grading system aligned with BNCC standards. The table shows how these descriptors align with our numerical grades and provides a suggested equivalency table to both letter grades and a 4.0 scale.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum final grade of 6.0*in every core subject. *AS REQUIRED UNDER THE BNCC NATIONAL CURRICULUM
75%.
TRANSCRIPTS
& CLASSRANK
CONCEPT
LETTER
GRADE
4.0 GPA
EQUIVALENCY
Exceeds Excellence
9.5-10.0
A
4.0
Exemplifies Excellence
8. 5 -9.4
A
3.8-4.0
Meets Expectations
7.5-8.4
B
3.0-3.7
Meets Expectations
6.5-7.4
C
2.0-2.9
Approaches Expectations
6.0 - 6.4
D
1.0-1.9
Approaches Expectations
5.9 or below
F
0
GRADE DISTRIBUTION
In English, designed specifically to support learners applying to universities abroad. This transcript highlights academic performance in the context of international admissions, including GPA and AP coursework.
Final cumulative Grade averages for the Class of 2025, representing all three campuses. GPA conversions are approximated for international understanding.
NATIONAL TRANSCRIPT In Portuguese, for learners applying solely within Brazil. ESCOLA CONCEPT DOES NOT RANK LEARNERS, NOR DOES IT PUBLISH A CLASS RANKING. TO PROVIDE CONTEXT, EACH STUDENT’S GPA IS CONTEXTUALIZED BY IDENTIFYING ITS PERCENTILE PLACEMENT WITHIN THE OVERALL GRADE DISTRIBUTION OF THE GRADUATING CLASS. THIS PERCENTILE IS INDICATED DIRECTLY ON THE TRANSCRIPT TO PROVIDE CLARITY WITHOUT ASSIGNING A FORMAL RANK.
FINAL GPAS AND GRADE DISTRIBUTIONS ARE BASED ON ALL CORE SUBJECT PERFORMANCE. THIS BREAKDOWN OFFERS INSIGHT INTO PERFORMANCE TRENDS ACROSS THE FULL COHORT.
42.9% 40.0%
11.4% 5.7% 0.0%
A
B
C
D
F
8.5–10.0
7.5–8.4
6.5–7.4
6.0–6.4
below 6.0
SAT-STANDARDIZED
AP SCORE DATA
Among 40 learners who took the SAT during the August 2024 – May 25 academic year (from August onward) and earned valid scores, Escola Concept learners achieved:
In the 2025 AP exam cycle, Concept students sat 91 AP exams across 11 subjects, with 56% scoring 3 or higher. Highlights: AP Seminar (86% pass rate, 28 students); AP Precalculus (83%, 6); AP Research (80%, 5); AP English Literature & Composition (73%, 11).
TESTING PROFILE Percentiles
Portrait of a
Benchmarking
INTERNATIONAL TRANSCRIPT
PSAT: “Learners in Grades 8–11 participate in the PSAT as part of our commitment to college and career readiness benchmarking.” MAP: “Escola Concept also uses the MAP Growth assessment (Grades 1–12) to track longitudinal academic growth.”
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Felipe Class of 2025
The Concept graduates are curious, reflective, and ethical thinkers who lead with empathy, communicate with clarity, and take initiative to create meaningful change. Equipped with global awareness and digital fluency, they approach challenges with creativity, resilience, and purpose. They practice the Habits of Mind to think critically, act responsibly, and continuously grow - ready to thrive in university, career, and life.
PARTNERSHIPS
ACCEPTED TO:
CONCEPT GRADUATE
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GRADE
Grades are on a 0–10 scale, not percentages (an 8.5 ~ 4.0 GPA). No class rank; percentile placement on the international transcript; minimum passing grade 6.0.
Escola Concept issues two versions of its official transcripts:
CURIOUS REFLECTIVE ETHICAL
NUMERICAL
DESCRIPTOR
STANDARDIZED
Minimum attendance rate of
GRADING SCALE & ACADEMIC REPORTING
Graduation
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COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELING PROGRAM
CANADA
Brock University – BROCK, Fraser International College – FIC, Huron University College at Western University – HURON, International College of Manitoba – ICM, Toronto Metropolitan University – TMU, University of Toronto – UOFT
Escola Concept’s College and Career Counseling program is built around the W.A.K.E. Framework - Wonder, Act, Know, and Execute - a progressive approach that guides learners through four years of self-discovery, informed decision-making, and intentional preparation for university and life beyond school. SELF-KNOWLEDGE AND IDENTITY DEVELOPMENT
FRANCE
COLLEGE RESEARCH, RESUME BUILDING, AND ESSAY PREPARATION
The American University of Paris – AUP, EDHEC Business School – EDHEC, ESCP Business School – ESCP, GERMANY
WONDER
ACT
KNOW
GRADE 9
GRADE 10
EXECUTE
GRADE 11
GRADE 12
CAREER EXPLORATION, INTERESTS, AND ACADEMIC ALIGNMENT
Constructor University – CONSTRUCTOR, NETHERLANDS
APPLICATION STRATEGY, SUBMISSIONS, AND TRANSITION PLANNING
Breda University of Applied Sciences – BUAS,
Escola Concept employs a team of full-time College and Career Counselors across São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, and Salvador. This team works collaboratively to provide equitable, personalized support to learners on all campuses. Additional Guidance Counselors provide ongoing academic and socioemotional guidance (1:16 Counselor-to-Student Ratio).
UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES & OUTCOMES
SPAIN
CUNEF Universidad – CUNEF, EU Business School (Spain Campus) – EU SPAIN, IE University – IE SWITZERLAND
Franklin University Switzerland – FUS, EU Business School (Geneva Campus) – EU GENEVA
Classes of 2023–2025
THAILAND
Mahidol University – MAHIDOL
AUSTRIA
CEU — Central European University
UNITED KINGDOM
BRAZIL
Albert Einstein Faculdade de Medicina e Enfermagem do Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein – AEINSTEIN, Universidade Anhembi Morumbi – UAM, Centro Universitário Belas Artes de São Paulo – Belas Artes, Centro Universitário Barão de Mauá – CBM, Centro Universitário Leonardo da Vinci – Uniasselvi, Centro Universitário São Camilo – São Camilo, Centro Universitário SENAI CIMATEC – CIMATEC, Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública – EBMSP, Escola da Cidade – EC, Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing – ESPM, Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado – FAAP, Faculdade Baiana de Direito – FBD, Faculdade Cásper Líbero – FCL, Faculdade Sírio-Libanês – FSL, Fundação Getulio Vargas – FGV, Harven Agribusiness School – HARVEN, Instituto Brasileiro de Mercado de Capitais – IBMEC, Istituto Europeo di Design – IED, Instituto Gastronômico das Américas – IGA, Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa – INSPER, Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia – IMT, Instituto de Tecnologia e Liderança – INTELI, Link School of Business – LINK, Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie – MACKENZIE, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Goiás – PUC GOIÁS, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais – PUC MINAS, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul – PUC RS, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo – PUC SP, Faculdade Santa Casa da Bahia – FSCB, Centro Universitário São Leopoldo Mandic – SLMANDIC, Saint Paul Escola de Negócios – ST PAUL, Universidade Federal da Bahia – UFBA, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo – UFES, Universidade Federal Fluminense – UFF, Universidade Federal do Maranhão – UFMA, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais – UFMG, Universidade Federal de São Carlos – UFSCar, Universidade Federal de Uberlândia – UFU, Universidade Estadual Paulista – UNESP, Universidade Estadual de Campinas – UNICAMP, Universidade Salvador – UNIFACS, Centro Universitário UniFTC – UniFTC, Centro Universitário Cesumar – UniCesumar, Centro Universitário Dom Pedro II (Afya) – UNIDOMPEDRO, Universidade Federal de Alfenas – UNIFAL, Universidade Paulista – UNIP, Universidade de São Paulo – USP, Universidade de São Paulo (Campus São Carlos) – USP São Carlos
Bangor University – BANGOR, Regent’s University London – REGENT’S, University of Chester – CHESTER, Urdang at City, University of London – URDANG, University of the Arts London – UAL, York St John University – YSJU UNITED STATES
American University – AU, Augustana College – AUGIE, Bentley University – BENTLEY, Beloit College – BELOIT, Butler University – BUTLER, Chapman University – CHAPMAN, Clark University – CLARK, Clemson University – CLEMSON, Columbia College Chicago – CCC, DePaul University – DEPAUL, Drew University – DREW, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – ERAU, Emerson College – EMERSON, Florida International University – FIU, Fordham University – FORDHAM, Hobart and William Smith Colleges – HWS, Hofstra University – HOFSTRA, Hollins University – HOLLINS, Illinois College – IC, Ithaca College – ITHACA, Juniata College – JUNIATA, Lewis University – LEWIS, Loyola Marymount University – LMU, Loyola University Chicago – LUC, Missouri Southern State University – MSSU, Newman University – NEWMAN, Northwest Missouri State University – NWMSU, Northeastern University – NEU, Ohio Northern University – ONU, Ohio Wesleyan University – OWU, Pace University – PACE, The Pennsylvania State University – PENN STATE, Pratt Institute – PRATT, Purdue University – PURDUE, Purdue University Northwest – PNW, Rutgers University – RUTGERS, Sarah Lawrence College – SLC, Snow College – SNOW, Stony Brook University – SUNY SB, Suffolk University – SUFFOLK, Syracuse University – SYRACUSE, Temple University – TEMPLE, The New School – TNS, University of California, Davis – UC DAVIS, University of Colorado Boulder – CU BOULDER, University of Connecticut – UCONN, University of Denver – DU, University of Kansas – KU, University of Minnesota Twin Cities – UMN, University of Missouri – MIZZOU, University of South Carolina – USC, University of South Dakota – USD, University of Tampa – UT, University of Tennessee at Martin – UTM, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University – VIRGINIA TECH, Xavier University – XAVIER
ESCOLA CONCEPT'S CLASS OF 2025 MARKS THE SCHOOL'S MOST GLOBALLY DISTRIBUTED OUTCOMES TO DATE, WITH 160 VERIFIED ACCEPTANCES ACROSS 88 INSTITUTIONS IN 13 COUNTRIES. BUSINESS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND FINANCE REMAIN THE LEADING FIELD OF STUDY AT 35.8%, WITH A STRONG SURGE IN STEM — PARTICULARLY ENGINEERING — AT 26%, ALONGSIDE A VIBRANT EXPANSION INTO CREATIVE INDUSTRIES (ARTS, DESIGN, FASHION, PERFORMING ARTS) AT 16.3%. FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ESCOLA CONCEPT'S HISTORY, MORE THAN HALF OF ALL ACCEPTANCES WERE AT INSTITUTIONS ABROAD.
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SCHOOL-WIDE LEADERSHIP & CONTACT INFORMATION PRISCILA TORRES
CRAIG JOHNSON
HEAD OF BUSINESS UNIT ESCOLA CONCEPT SCHOOLS priscila.torres@conceptedu.com.br
CAMPUS LEADER craig.johnson@conceptedu.com.br
SÃO PAULO CAMPUS Av. Nove de Julho, 5520 • Jardim Paulista São Paulo/SP • 01406-200–Brazil CEEB Code: 910035
REGGIE AGUIAR HEAD OF CAREER & COLLEGE COUNSELING reggie.aguiar@conceptedu.com.br
LEONARDO PUNTEL COLLEGE AND CAREER COUNSELOR leonardo.puntel@conceptedu.com.br
BRIAN CHANEN HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL brian.chanen@conceptedu.com.br
FRED AZEVEDO
RIBEIRÃO PRETO CAMPUS
HEAD OF SCHOOL fred.azevedo@conceptedu.com.br
Av. Luiz EduardoT. Prado, 2675 – Vila do Golf Ribeirão Preto/SP • 14027-250 – Brazil CEEB Code: 910069 visitrp@escolaconcept.com.br +55 16 99633-2679
ANA CLAUDIA GRACIANO
CARLA PROBST
COLLEGE AND CAREER COUNSELOR claudia.graciano@conceptedu.com.br
HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL carla.probst@conceptedu.com.br
TIM SHIRK
SALVADOR CAMPUS
INTERIM HEAD OF SCHOOL tim.shirk@conceptedu.com.br
Av. Orlando Gomes, 1094 – Bairro Piatã Salvador/BA • 41650-010 – Brazil CEEB Code: 910070 visitsal@escolaconcept.com.br +55 71 99617-7472
ANDRÉ CORREA COLLEGE AND CAREER COUNSELOR andre.correa@conceptedu.com.br
DAN LOUREIRO HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL dan.nascimento@conceptedu.com.br
RIO DE JANEIRO FUTURE CAMPUS 2028 Av. Vieira Souto, 22 - Ipanema Rio de Janeiro/ RJ - 22420-002 - Brazil visitsp@escolaconcept.com.br +55 11 94306-0768
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