The Leading International School in Setúbal, Portugal

Cutting-Edge Technology Tools

As a member of Inspired Education, our private school in Setúbal, Portugal, integrates cutting-edge educational technology to enhance learning and engagement. This includes AI-powered learning support, virtual reality experiences, 3D printing, coding, and real-time collaboration between campuses globally. Technology is used purposefully to deepen understanding, encourage innovation, and equip students with essential digital skills for the future.

Best Practices from Leading Schools Worldwide

As part of the Inspired educational network, our international school in Portugal benefits from best practices drawn from over 125 leading schools globally. This includes rigorous teacher recruitment and ongoing professional development, strong governance frameworks, innovative and research-informed teaching methods, robust safeguarding standards, and regular quality assurance inspections. These shared systems ensure consistently high academic standards, student wellbeing, and continuous improvement across all Inspired schools.

Global Camps

Through Inspired Global Camps, held during the summer and winter at our international school in Palmela and other premium schools worldwide, students participate in enriching programmes that combine learning, creativity, sport, and cultural exploration. From scuba diving in the Bahamas to football training with Real Madrid Foundation coaches in Spain, fashion design in Milan, and English immersion in the UK, these unique experiences help students develop confidence, resilience, real-world skills, and international friendships, while broadening their horizons beyond the classroom.

Global Student Exchanges

Inspired’s Global Exchange programmes allow students to study abroad at another Inspired school, experiencing a new country, culture and learning environment while maintaining academic continuity. With destinations including the UK, Switzerland, South Africa and Vietnam, these exchanges foster independence, intercultural awareness and a global mindset. This unique opportunity helps position St. Peter's as one of the best schools in Portugal, Setúbal, enabling students to grow both academically and personally within a trusted international network.

Holistic Educational Philosophy

Inspired Education schools follow a holistic education philosophy built on three core pillars: academic excellence, sport, and creative and performing arts. At our school in Palmela, this balanced approach ensures students develop intellectually, physically, and creatively, nurturing confident, resilient, and well-rounded individuals with strong personal values. By excelling both inside and outside the classroom, students are empowered to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and thrive in an ever-changing world.

Outstanding University & Careers Preparation

Inspired students achieve exceptional university outcomes, reflecting the group’s academic rigour, personalised guidance, and the strength of its university and careers counselling programme. 90% of students secure their first-choice university, and one in three progresses to a Russell Group or Ivy League institution. Graduates go on to leading universities across the UK, Europe, the US, and beyond, fully prepared for success in higher education and future careers.