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Our very first OBS Summer Camp has been an incredible success!

As the school year came to an end on a warm summer evening, our community gathered to reflect on a year filled with achievement, growth, and memorable experiences. The occasion provided an opportunity to celebrate the many accomplishments of our students, express gratitude to staff, and bid a fond farewell to students and colleagues embarking … Read more

Our recent trip to London provided students with a rich and rewarding cultural experience, combining academic enrichment with the opportunity to explore one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Throughout the visit, students attended several outstanding theatre productions, including a Shakespeare performance, and gained valuable insights through visits to renowned institutions such as the British … Read more

As part of our IB Induction and Careers Week, held from 22–26 June, students had the opportunity to engage with inspiring professionals, alumni, and university representatives from institutions including Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Swiss Education Group, and IE University. Speakers highlighted the importance of adaptability, communication, resilience, critical thinking, collaboration, and lifelong learning in an ever-changing … Read more

The OBS Live Lounge once again showcased the remarkable musical talent within our school community. Students took to the stage with confidence delivering an entertaining and diverse programme that featured solo acts, vocal ensembles, the orchestra, choirs, and the OBS School Band. The event brought together performers and audience members alike in a celebration of … Read more

We started out on a short bus ride which my friend Lyra and I spent talking and laughing. When we arrived, we went to a park to let the people at the biscuit museum prepare for us. When we entered, we watched a film about this girl going through the history of how the “Terra do pão” came to be. Then, we … Read more

Alice really was in Wonderland as our Form 5 put on an absolutely spellbinding performance of Alice in Wonderland Jr. The set, the costumes, the singing and acting were a feast for the senses, drawing on the exceptional imagination of everyone who worked to create this truly wonderful show. This really was a fabulous collaborative … Read more

Congratulations to our Class of 2026, who came together to celebrate an unforgettable milestone at our Graduation Ceremony, followed by the Leavers’ Ball. This was a perfect way to celebrate a wonderful journey together on an evening filled with joy, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime. It marked not just the end of … Read more

Ultimate frisbee has been a part of the school curriculum since 2015 and as a sport since 1968. Its unique combination of inclusive and technical game play alongside its core principles of the ´Spirit of the Game´ results in a complete sport. Students learn how to moderate their reactions to in-game events, developing emotional intelligence … Read more