Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil
Secular, Founded 2001
Updated July 2026
Founded in 2001, the Colégio Soka do Brasil is a private school in São Paulo that provides education from the early years through to the completion of secondary school. It is an authorized IB World School that combines the Brazilian national curriculum with international programmes to foster global citizenship and humanistic values.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is guided by Soka education, a humanistic philosophy founded by Tsunesaburo Makiguchi and Josei Toda, which emphasizes the creation of value for oneself, others, and society. Its mission is to foster citizens of character, wisdom, and hope who are committed to peace, human rights, and coexistence with nature. The educational approach centers on the student, promoting autonomy, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive educational path spanning from early childhood education (Infantil) through to the Ensino Médio. The secondary level integrates the Brazilian Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC) with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), allowing students to earn a bilingual international diploma. The curriculum emphasizes multilinguism, offering instruction in English, Japanese, and Spanish, alongside full-time (integral) study options and specialized international exchange programmes.
Outcomes
Graduates of the school are prepared for higher education both in Brazil and internationally, with many maintaining an ongoing connection with the institution. The school's focus on humanistic values and academic rigor aims to form citizens capable of contributing to peace, sustainability, and the well-being of society. Students pursuing the IB Diploma Programme gain a qualification recognized by universities worldwide.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil offer?
- Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil offers IB Diploma.
- What accreditations does Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil hold?
- Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil holds accreditations including IB.
- Where is Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil located?
- Instituto Educacional Soka do Brasil is an international school in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Prospective families are invited to contact the school's Department of Attendance to schedule a visit or inquire about the enrollment process. The school provides an online form for inquiries regarding admissions and school tours.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus, located in the Saúde district of São Paulo, features a sustainable architectural design certified by the Fundação Vanzolini. Facilities include classrooms equipped with multimedia projectors and Chromebooks, a reading room, an art studio, a space for physical expression and music, and covered sports courts. The building incorporates eco-friendly features such as automated lighting, climate-controlled rooms with air renewal systems, a rainwater harvesting system, and an energy-generating elevator.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of activities designed to broaden student horizons, including cultural and sports programmes, student exchanges, and field studies. These experiences are integrated into the educational journey to foster global awareness and personal development.

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