Nobel Algarve enters an exciting new phase

Nobel Algarve British International School, southern Portugal’s premier international school, is about to enter an exciting new phase in its long and distinguished history, with ambitious expansion plans progressing at both campuses.

Currently comprising two schools – the flagship Lagoa campus and a purpose-built campus in Almancil – Nobel Algarve currently educates over 1,250 children, from pre-school through secondary, of over 43 different nationalities.

As a result of the demand for first-class education from a rapidly-growing number of international families moving to the Algarve, expansion plans at both campuses are being rolled out.

Preparations are underway for a longawaited project for the flagship Lagoa campus, unveiled last summer as part of commemorations to mark the school’s landmark 50th anniversary.

Plans include the construction of new permanent school buildings, a new multipurpose gymnasium/performance space, a bespoke pre-school, a brand-new canteen, new state-of-the-art classrooms plus staff room and reception, a new entrance for buses and upgrades to the landscaping.

Incorporating traditional Algarvian architecture with a contemporary twist and 21st-century facilities, the new buildings are designed to best utilise the current expansive site owned by Nobel Algarve in Lagoa, ensuring adequate external learning environments are maintained, and to minimise disruption to the school and community through the building period.

Construction on the ‘Nobel Algarve –Shaping the Future’ project for Lagoa will take place in three phases, gradually increasing student numbers and maintaining a constant improvement and enrichment to students’ educational experience.

Meanwhile, in Almancil, an impressive expansion project centred on a brand-new, two-storey building is nearing completion. Covering a floorspace of 3,824 sq m, the new facilities will accommodate pupils up to Year 10, to cover full middle school education from the next school year.

Complementing the existing state-of-theart facilities, the expansion comprises features including a comprehensive library, a photo lab and ICT lab, art and music rooms, 17 new classrooms and a Maker Space. New additions outdoors will include more parking spaces and padel and tennis courts.

Addressing the schools’ latest developments, Globeducate CEO of UK and Portugal Schools, Mike Farrer said: “To realise this dream of further extending our schools is very exciting for all involved.

“As the only school in the Algarve to be part of a global education network, we can offer the very best facilities to allow our students to thrive and cater for a growing demand driven by our reputation in one of southern Portugal’s most sought-after locations.”

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