Canadian School of Niterói

Canadian School of Niterói is an internationally accredited bilingual school located in the Região Oceânica of Niterói, Greater Rio de Janeiro, with 18 years of educational excellence. The school operates across two campuses — Piratininga and Itacoatiara — and serves students from Early Childhood (Kindergarten) through High School (Grade 12). Officially connected to Canada through a partnership with the province of Ontario via Rosedale Global High School, students who complete the high school program graduate with a Dual Diploma, earning both the Brazilian diploma and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). This dual credential unlocks access to universities across Brazil, Canada, and the broader international community. The school is a candidate for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), reflecting a commitment to globally recognized pedagogical standards. Core features include a Special Language Support Program (English for new students and Portuguese for international students), an extensive library of over 14,000 books, extracurricular clubs, a school garden, and a Full Time Program. The community emphasizes bilingual fluency, cultural integration, academic achievement, and social-emotional growth.