Our boarding house is located between Lisbon and Comporta and welcomes students from St. Peter's Portuguese and International Pathways aged between 14 and 18 years. It offers a warm, supportive and international environment that blends academic focus with strong pastoral care.
Why Choose Our Boarding School in Portugal?
Among Europe’s Top 15 Schools
St. Peter’s is recognised by Carfax Education among Europe’s leading schools, building on 30 years of excellence and top rankings in Portugal.
Recognised National & International Curricula
We offer both the Portuguese National Curriculum and Cambridge, IGCSE and IBDP pathways, delivered in a bilingual, stimulating learning environment.
Outstanding Boarding House & Programme
Our state-of-the-art boarding house in Palmela, between Comporta and Lisbon, offers a vibrant programme combining sport, culture and outdoor experiences.
Wellbeing & Pastoral Care
Dedicated House Parents and boarding staff create a warm, supportive home where students feel valued, understood and encouraged.
Comfortable, Modern Living
Our Facilities
St. Peter's boarding house in Setúbal features modern, comfortable amenities creating a safe, comfortable living space.
Modern twin and triple rooms
En-suite bathrooms
Comfortable common room
Comfortable common room
Communal kitchen
Amazing outdoor spaces
Outstanding Catering
A Nurturing Daily Rhythm
Our Boarding Life
Shared meals, supervised study, wellbeing support and social activities create a nurturing rhythm that helps students feel settled and confident.
Excursions are tailored to students’ interests and include age-appropriate activities on campus and in Lisbon and Setúbal, focusing on culture, leisure and sports.
Community dining brings students together for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Dedicated study periods with academic support available when needed.
Comfortable rooms and pastoral support for a balanced lifestyle.
Boarding and weekend activities are supported by 24/7 supervision, ensuring a safe environment at all times for our students. We have a zero-tolerance policy for negative behaviour.
Flexible Boarding Options
Full Boarding
A complete residential option where students live on campus throughout the week and weekends.
Flexible Boarding
A more adaptable option that allows students to board only on weekdays or on selected days.
Our dedicated House Parents live on-site, creating a family atmosphere where every student is known personally. They guide each boarder towards confidence, independence and wellbeing, ensuring students feel at home while away from home.
Our residence is more than a place to sleep – it is a lively community where young people discover talents, share ideas and build lifelong friendships. As Houseparents, our purpose is to guide each boarder towards confidence and independence, offering steady encouragement, clear expectations and plenty of moments for adventure and reflection.
Kenneth Brown | Boarding Houseparent - Boys
Above all, we hope every boarder will feel known, heard and inspired to make the most of the opportunities that await them here.
Suzanne Miller | Boarding Houseparent - Girls
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Discover how your child can grow, learn and thrive in a nurturing home-from-home at our Boarding School.
