Laviniense Ensino Integrado
Part of Cognita, Founded 1976
Updated July 2026
Cambridge PrimaryPingo de Gente e Laviniense is a long-standing educational institution in Manaus, Brazil, offering a comprehensive curriculum from early childhood through high school. As part of the global Cognita network, the school combines local tradition with international standards to provide a holistic, high-quality education.
Teaching approach
The school operates on a philosophy that balances tradition and innovation, viewing education as a dynamic and transformative process. Its mission is to provide an integral education based on four core pillars: cognition, emotion, action, and innovation, fostering students who are engaged, globally aware, and socially responsible.
Programmes
The school offers a full range of education from Educação Infantil (ages 2-5) through Ensino Médio. The curriculum integrates international elements, including English language instruction from an early age and specific subjects from the University of Cambridge international program. The academic structure progresses from foundational learning in the early years to specialized, exam-focused preparation in the Ensino Médio, which includes simulations, review classes, and pedagogical visits.
Outcomes
The school is recognized for its academic excellence, particularly in the Ensino Médio, where it reports high performance in the ENEM and various national university entrance exams. It emphasizes a holistic education based on four pillars: cognition, emotion, action, and innovation, aiming to prepare students for global challenges and professional success.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a dedicated Psychopedagogical Support Service (SAP) to assist in the integration of new students and to support the ongoing development of the student body. Additionally, the school implements a formal safeguarding policy, following British standards, to ensure the physical and emotional safety of all students within the school environment.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through a structured process beginning with an online interest form, followed by a scheduled visit to the campus. For students entering the 6th grade through the 3rd year of Ensino Médio, a selective entrance examination is required. Once accepted, families complete digital enrollment contracts and attend a welcome meeting with the pedagogical team and the psychopedagogical support service (SAP).
About the campus
Located in the Adrianópolis neighborhood of Manaus, the campus features modern installations designed to support both classroom learning and extracurricular activities. The facilities are structured to accommodate students from early childhood through high school, providing dedicated spaces for academic, social, and emotional development.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including cultural and artistic projects such as the FAME (Foreign Art and Music Festival). Students are also encouraged to participate in scientific olympiads and international exchange programs. These activities are designed to complement the academic curriculum and foster personal development.
Neila FernandesDiretora GeralA founder of the school who has been with the institution since 1976, serving in various roles including auxiliary, teacher, and coordinator before becoming General Director. She holds a degree in Pedagogy and is responsible for leading all school activities, processes, and maintaining partnerships with the community.
Josélia Trajano FerreiraDiretora PedagógicaA pedagogue with over three decades of experience in education, holding qualifications in school supervision, orientation, and administration, as well as a postgraduate degree in Human Resources Administration. She serves as the Pedagogical Director and the school's Safeguarding Lead.
Karla FurtadoCoordenação Educação InfantilGraduated in Pedagogy with a postgraduate degree in Psychopedagogy and an MBA in Marketing and Social Media, she is currently pursuing a postgraduate degree in Project Management and Early Childhood Education. She has over twenty years of experience in educational activities.
- Tathiana PontesCoordenação Ensino Fundamental - ANOS INICIAIS
With thirty years of experience at the school, she began as an auxiliary and spent seventeen years as an educator before becoming the coordinator for the initial years of Elementary School 1 in 2017. She holds a degree in Pedagogy and a postgraduate degree in Clinical and Institutional Neuropsychopedagogy.
Joana ChavesCoordenação Ensino Fundamental - ANOS INICIAISA Bachelor of Mathematics with postgraduate degrees in Psychopedagogy and Special Education, she has been with the school for over 25 years. She serves as a coordinator for the initial years of Elementary School.
Adriene d'AssunçãoCoordenação Ensino Fundamental - ANOS FINAISWith over 25 years at the school, including 7 years as coordinator, she holds a degree in Letters (Portuguese) and is a psychology student. She possesses an MBA in Team Management and Leadership, and postgraduate degrees in Pedagogical Coordination, Neuroscience applied to Education, and Educational Psychology.
Manuella MontenegroCoordenação Ensino MédioWith 17 years of experience in education, she holds a degree in Pedagogy, an MBA in People Management, and a postgraduate degree in Psychopedagogy. She has been coordinating the High School segment for 11 years.
- Maria de Jesus CorreaSecretária Escolar
She has been with the school for over 40 years and is responsible for ensuring the efficient administrative and academic functioning of the institution.
Tayane MouraAdmissão de Novos AlunosWith over 10 years of experience in the educational sector, she has worked in both pedagogical and commercial teams. She serves as the initial point of contact for families during the admission process.