What American School of Brasilia does

American School of Brasilia (Escola Americana de Brasília, or EAB) is a non-profit international school located on a single campus in Asa Sul, Brasília, Brazil. The school traces its origins to 1961, when the U.S. Embassy invited the Franciscan Sisters of St. Anthony's Parochial School to establish English-language education for embassy, missionary, and international business families relocating to Brazil's new capital; it was officially registered with the Brazilian government on September 15, 1964, with classes for 41 students, and the city government granted land for the permanent campus that opened in 1967. Governed by a Board of Directors of 7–11 voting members with mandatory representation (at least 50% U.S. citizens, two Brazilian citizens, majority current EAB parents) plus a non-voting U.S. Embassy Chief of Mission, EAB currently serves over 680 students drawn from 48+ nationalities through a preschool-through-Grade-12 structure organized into an Early Childhood Program (K3–K5), Lower School (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).

EAB's differentiated academic model offers three parallel diploma pathways—the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme as an authorized IB World School, an American diploma, and a Brazilian diploma aligned with the BNCC—allowing graduates to apply to universities in Brazil, the United States, or internationally without curriculum switching. Lower School instruction uses the Readers and Writers Workshop model, the San Francisco Math framework, and Common Core standards; the Early Childhood Program uses a discovery-based learning approach aligned with Head Start ELOF, Common Core, NGSS, and BNCC. The school is fully accredited by the Council for International Schools (CIS) and the Secretary of Education of the Federal District, and holds memberships in AASB, AMISA, and AAIE. Reported outcomes include an average IB diploma score of 36 (versus a global average of approximately 30), a 93% average MAP score in Upper School math, reading, and languages, a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, $1.5M USD in scholarships awarded to EAB students at U.S. universities in 2022, and 21 Top-50 worldwide university acceptances over the past three years. Technology operations sit on PowerSchool (Student Information System; district code QCQG), Finalsite (website CMS), Google Workspace, Nutrebem (cafeteria ordering and finance), and Google Translate for multilingual website access; the iCommons library integrates Epic!, BrainPOP, Britannica School Edition, PebbleGO, and EBSCOhost/EXPLORA as third-party educational content platforms. The school additionally operates an official College Board SAT Testing Center (Center Code 84515) open to students across Brazil.

EAB generates revenue primarily through subscription-style annual tuition for preschool-through-Grade-12 enrollment; specific tuition amounts are not publicly disclosed and the school operates as a non-profit. Ancillary revenue streams include Escola Gourmet cafeteria meals pre-ordered via the Nutrebem app at R$14–R$26 per meal, after-school partner activity fees (e.g., Play Sports), donations to the General Scholarship Fund and Maria Felicia Butterfly Fund (collected via PIX and PayPal), and hosting revenue from operating the SAT Testing Center (registrations routed through the College Board). Free after-school Club EAB covers 60+ Lower School activities, while Upper School athletics and clubs run as part of the educational program. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through the school's website (eabdf.br), supplemented by community-led growth through the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), a Parent Ambassador Group (PAG) that onboards new families, and engagement events such as World Fest, Festa Junina, Alumni Reunions, and TEDx EAB Youth; the school does not use third-party agents or marketplaces for enrollment.

Name

American School of Brasilia

Legal name

American School of Brasilia

Website

https://eabdf.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

American School of Brasilia (EAB) is a non-profit international school in Brasília serving 680+ students from 48 nationalities. It offers preschool-through-Grade-12 education with three diplomas—IB, American, Brazilian—targeting expatriate and Brazilian families seeking globally recognized credentials.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• International baccalaureate
• Bilingual education
• College preparatory
• Preschool education

Headquarters

HQ city

Brasília

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Enrollment Fees: As a private international school, EAB's primary revenue is generated through tuition payments from enrolled students. The school offers preschool through Grade 12 education. Specific tuition amounts are not publicly disclosed on the website. Financial aid is available through the General Scholarship Fund for children of support staff.
2. Cafeteria and Food Services: EAB partners with Escola Gourmet for cafeteria services. Meals are pre-ordered via the Nutrebem app. Pricing ranges from R$ 14–26 per meal depending on grade level and meal type. Revenue flows through the third-party provider.
3. After-School Club EAB (Lower School): Club EAB offers free after-school extracurricular activities for Lower School students (K5–Grade 5). Some partner offerings through Play Sports require a participation fee.
4. Athletics and Activities (Upper School): Upper School athletics and clubs operate as part of the extracurricular program. Varsity and Middle School athletics require registration. Revenue is minimal as programs are primarily educationally focused.
5. Community Donations and Scholarships: EAB accepts donations via PIX and PayPal for the General Scholarship Fund and the Maria Felicia Butterfly Fund. These funds support financial assistance and community service initiatives.
6. SAT Test Registration Fees: EAB serves as an official SAT testing center open to students across Brazil. Registration fees are collected by the College Board; EAB benefits from hosting access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

International, non-profit school in Brasília, Brazil offering Preschool through Grade 12 education. Delivers three diploma tracks — International Baccalaureate, American, and Brazilian — to over 680 students from more than 44 countries. Maintains a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio with approximately 60% of faculty from English-speaking countries.

Product overview

The American School of Brasilia (EAB) is an international educational institution offering a comprehensive preschool through Grade 12 program. The school provides three distinct academic diplomas: the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, American Diploma, and Brazilian Diploma. EAB's structure includes the Early Childhood Program (K3-K5), Lower School (Grades 1-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12). Beyond academics, EAB offers extensive extracurricular programming including Club EAB (free after-school activities), Upper School Athletics, Performing Arts (Band, Choir, Theatre), Visual Arts, and Service Learning programs. The school operates specialized facilities including the iCommons library, cafeteria services, and serves as an official SAT Testing Center. Students benefit from a differentiated learning model supporting diverse needs within an inclusive international community spanning 48 nationalities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program
• American High School Diploma Program
• Brazilian Diploma Program (Ensino Médio)
• Preschool and Elementary Education

Quantifiable outcome

• Average IB diploma score of 36 (above global average of ~30)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Council for International Schools (CIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is fully accredited by CIS, one of the most prestigious international school accrediting bodies globally. This accreditation is a hallmark of quality for international families seeking education in Brasília.
• International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is an authorized IB World School, offering the IB Diploma Programme. This partnership enables EAB to provide internationally recognized pre-university credentials.
• Secretary of Education of the Federal DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is fully accredited by the Secretary of Education of the Federal District of Brazil, enabling the school to grant the Brazilian diploma alongside American and IB credentials.
• Association of American Schools of Brazil (AASB)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is a member of AASB, a network of American international schools in Brazil that facilitates collaboration, professional development, and shared resources among member institutions.
• American International Schools in the Americas (AMISA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is a member of AMISA, which provides networking, professional development, and collaboration opportunities for American international schools across the Americas.
• Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is a member of AAIE, an organization supporting international school leaders through conferences, research, and professional learning communities.
• Escola GourmetcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEscola Gourmet is EAB's specialized school cafeteria provider, dedicated to promoting wholesome, healthy eating. They operate the on-campus cafeteria and manage meal preparation, menu planning, and food service. Contact: WhatsApp +55 61 99278-2909 / [email protected]
• NutrebemcoreTechnology or IntegrationNutrebem is the digital cafeteria management platform used at EAB. It serves as the financial intermediary between families and the school cafeteria, enabling pre-ordering of meals, self-service kiosk access for Upper School students, food restriction controls, and daily spending limits. Available on iOS and Android.
• Play SportsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEAB has partnered with Play Sports to expand Lower School after-school activity offerings. Unlike free Club EAB activities, Play Sports classes require a participation fee.
• College BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAB is an official SAT Testing Center (Center Code: 84515) authorized by the College Board. The center is open to students from across Brazil, not just EAB enrollees. Multiple test dates are offered throughout the year.
• PowerSchoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationPowerSchool provides EAB's Student Information System (SIS), enabling parents and students to access grades, attendance, and assignments via mobile app. EAB's district code is QCQG.
• Creche AlecrimmajorOthersA public daycare in Estrutural, Federal District, supporting children and families in need. EAB students engage in service visits, donate holiday gifts, and deliver hygiene kits. Selected as the 2025-2026 beneficiary of the Maria Felicia Butterfly Fund.
• Creche São FranciscomajorOthersA community daycare serving young children from low-income families. EAB's Bulls Community Service club visits this partner, participates in holiday gift drives (200+ gifts annually), and organizes fundraising events.
• Sociedade Humanitária Brasileira (SHB)majorOthersAn organization dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and rehoming abandoned animals. EAB Grade 4 students visit for service learning, and BCS club organizes visits to the animal shelter.
• Aldeias Infantis SOS BrasilmajorOthersAn international organization providing protection, shelter, and support to refugee families. EAB Grade 5 students visit the shelter aligned with their refugee unit. NHS and BCS also collaborate on service initiatives and donation drives.
• HemocentrominorOthersA public blood donation and hematology center serving the Federal District. EAB's NHS organizes a twice-yearly blood drive in partnership with Hemocentro.
• Meninas e Meninos da Vila DVO (Gama)majorOthersA social project supporting young athletes in Gama through sports and educational development. EAB's EduArtes program has an 8-year partnership with this organization, teaching English to 30 children ages 6-18.
• Capital Feminina da EstruturalminorOthersA project focused on empowering young female athletes through soccer and holistic development. EAB's EduArtes program recently renewed its partnership, serving 15 girls ages 6-13 with English language instruction.
• Instituto do CarinhominorOthersA nonprofit supporting children through care, resources, and community programs. EAB Grade 4 students visit as part of their children's rights unit.
• CabelegriaminorOthersA nonprofit that collects donated hair to create wigs for children undergoing medical treatments. EAB's Bulls Community Service club organizes the Cabelegria Hair Drive as part of its fundraising initiatives.
• Pata na TampaminorOthersAn environmental initiative that collects plastic caps for recycling to support organizations caring for abandoned animals. EAB Goes Green (EGG) partners with Pata na Tampa as part of its sustainability efforts.
• Red Cross (Brazil)minorOthersEAB's Bulls Community Service club offers a comprehensive First Aid Course where students receive hands-on training, are assessed in CPR, and earn official Red Cross certification. Over 60 students have completed the program in the past two years.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Avenues: The World School: Global premium international school network with campuses in New York, São Paulo, and other major cities. Comparable to EAB as a high-end English-medium international school targeting globally mobile families, but operates at much larger scale and premium price point.

Direct peers

• St. Paul's School (São Paulo): Anglo-Brazilian international school in São Paulo with British/American curriculum and IB programmes. Comparable to EAB as a long-established, English-medium international school serving expatriate and Brazilian families seeking global university placement.
• Escola Americana de Campinas (EAC): American international school in Campinas, São Paulo state, offering IB programmes and a similar American-style curriculum. Comparable to EAB as an AASB member school with overlapping target demographic of expatriate and internationally-oriented Brazilian families.
• Chapel School (São Paulo): Christian international school in São Paulo offering American curriculum with IB Diploma Programme. Comparable to EAB as a faith-rooted English-medium school serving a diverse international community with college-preparatory outcomes.
• School of the Nations (Brasília): International school located in Brasília, serving a multinational community with English-medium instruction and IB programmes. The closest local competitor to EAB, competing for the same expatriate and internationally-oriented Brazilian families in Brasília.
• British School of Brasília (BSB): International school in Brasília offering British curriculum with IB Diploma Programme. Competes with EAB for diplomatic and expatriate families in the same metropolitan area, but differentiated by UK curriculum heritage rather than American.
• Pan American School of Porto Alegre: American international school in Porto Alegre affiliated with the U.S. Embassy community and offering IB and American diploma pathways. Comparable to EAB in mission, embassy-community roots, and K-12 international curriculum design.
• International School of Curitiba (ISC): International school in Curitiba offering IB programmes and English-medium instruction to a multinational community. Comparable to EAB in mission and curricular model, though operating in a different Brazilian regional market.
• Graded School (Escola Graduada de São Paulo): American international school in São Paulo offering IB, American, and Brazilian diplomas across preschool through Grade 12. The most direct comparable to EAB in scale, accreditation portfolio, and tri-diploma academic model, though operating in a larger metropolitan market.

Regional players

• Inter-American Defense Board School / similar embassy-affiliated schools: Embassy-affiliated international schools across Latin America serving diplomatic, military, and expatriate communities. Comparable to EAB in founding purpose (serving embassy families) and community-driven operating model, though serving a different specific diplomatic community.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/eab_school
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCMZsquOiOXyXFR5D9jmUT7A
• Facebookfacebook.com/eabdf
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eab-school
• Instagraminstagram.com/eab_school

Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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