Education in Portugal

This is the absolute latest information about the education systems here in Portugal, which changed in 2006.

Education is Compulsory in Portugal and lasts 12 years, taking pupils from the age of six to eighteen (pupils who started year 1 before 2006 can finish after year 9). There are also creches available (mostly private) and Pre-escola (pre-school, formarly known as Jardim de Infância). Pre-schools are usually state funded and available from 3 years old.

In state-run (public) schools this basic education is free. Financial assistance may be available for extra expenses such as school meals, transport and textbooks, depending on the family's circumstances.

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