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Portuguese Curriculum
Message from the Pedagogical Director
“With renewed maturity and curiosity, 3rd Cycle students deepen their knowledge, explore new ways of thinking, and assert their identity. Learning gains autonomy and purpose, and each young person takes an active role in their journey, exploring diverse and interdisciplinary practices that strengthen critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. At Colégio do Vale, we value technology use, teamwork, and reflection, fostering curious, innovative students aware of their role in the world. More than preparing for the future, we challenge each student to be an active participant in building a better society.”
— Cristina Raposo, Pedagogical Director of the 3rd Cycle
3rd CYCLE
At Colégio do Vale, the curriculum offered in the 3rd Cycle is orientated towards the integral formation of students, promoting the development of their academic, personal and social skills.
As in the 2nd Cycle, we offer a range of complementary curricular programmes that enrich subject areas and broaden students' horizons, allowing them to explore interests, talents and new ways of learning.
We also include specific School and Vocational Guidance activities, which support students in the process of self-knowledge and preparation for the transition to secondary school, helping them to make more informed decisions in line with their life plans.
- Social Sciences and Humanities Languages: Students deepen their understanding of society and culture, developing critical thinking, historical analysis, and active citizenship, preparing them to make informed and responsible decisions.
- Languages: Portuguese, English, and French/Spanish are taught in a structured and integrated way, promoting reading, writing, comprehension, and oral expression, with a focus on effective communication and preparation for an international context.
- Mathematics and Physical-Natural Sciences: Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Physics-Chemistry are approached in a practical and investigative way, encouraging problem-solving, experimentation, and the construction of solid and applicable knowledge.
- Physical Education: We promote the regular practice of physical and sports activities, developing coordination, endurance, team spirit, and healthy lifestyle habits, which are essential for students’ well-being.
- ProjetArte: A space dedicated to artistic and creative exploration, where students can experiment with different techniques and materials, expressing themselves freely while developing aesthetic sensitivity and imagination.
- MaTicArte: A project that combines mathematics, logic, and art, encouraging creative problem-solving. Students explore abstract concepts in a practical, fun, and challenging way.
- Foreign Language Workshop II (French/Spanish): Children deepen their knowledge of foreign languages in a practical and communicative way, developing vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency through dynamic and engaging activities.
- Swimming/Tennis: Sports activities that promote coordination, endurance, discipline, and a spirit of achievement, while also providing moments of fun and socialization among students.
- Swimming/Tennis: Sports activities that promote coordination, endurance, discipline, and a spirit of achievement, while also providing moments of fun and socialization among students.
- Group Council: A moment of reflection, sharing, and decision-making, where students learn to communicate ideas, listen to others, and take responsibility within the school context.
- Study Workshops/Art Workshop/Sports Clinic: Diverse activities that allow students to reinforce learning, explore artistic creativity, and improve sports skills, always in a practical, fun, and engaging way.
- School Sports: Promotes healthy lifestyle habits, a competitive spirit, and teamwork, encouraging participation in various sports and the development of physical, social, and emotional skills.
- Science Club, Sports Club, and Music Club: Spaces to explore specific interests, where students develop creativity, scientific knowledge, musical skills, or sports abilities, always in a practical and collaborative way.
- LabMat Club: A laboratory of mathematical challenges that stimulates logical reasoning, creativity, and problem-solving skills, combining learning and fun.
- Literary Education: Deepens the love for reading and writing, developing personal expression, text interpretation, and creativity through stories, tales, and various literary activities.
- Theater Group (subject to casting): A space dedicated to dramatization, where students develop body expression, imagination, communication, and teamwork, preparing for performances and stage productions.
- Percussion Orchestra: Collective musical practice promotes rhythm, coordination, concentration, and collaboration, allowing students to develop musical and social skills simultaneously.
- Solidarity Education Project: Encourages participation in citizenship and solidarity activities, promoting empathy, social responsibility, and commitment to the community, shaping students who are aware and attentive to the needs of others.
