Agrupamento de Escolas Tomás Cabreira


The Agrupamento de Escolas Tomás Cabreira is an educational group located in Faro, Portugal, comprising four schools:
- Escola Secundária de Tomás Cabreira
- Escola Básica 2,3 Dr. Joaquim Magalhães
- Escola Básica de S. Luís
- Escola Básica/Jardim de Infância do Bom João
These schools are situated in close proximity, serving a common residential and professional community. The grouping process began in 1998 with the formation of the Agrupamento Horizontal de S. Luís, which included the primary schools of S. Luís and Bom João. In 2007, the Agrupamento Vertical Dr. Joaquim Magalhães was established, incorporating the E.B. 2,3 Dr. Joaquim Magalhães school and the two primary schools from the former S. Luís group. The current configuration was finalized in 2013 with the inclusion of Escola Secundária Tomás Cabreira.
Throughout its history, the Agrupamento de Escolas Tomás Cabreira has been dedicated to providing quality education, imparting knowledge, ethical values, cultural awareness, and citizenship skills to numerous generations. The institution offers a diverse range of educational programs, including:
- Scientific-Humanistic Courses: Aimed at students intending to pursue higher education, these three-year programs cover the 10th to 12th years of schooling.
- Professional Courses: These secondary education courses provide double certification, equipping students with both academic knowledge and professional skills for easier integration into the job market, while also allowing for further studies.
- Education and Training Courses: Targeted at basic education students, these courses also offer double certification, developing social, scientific, and professional competencies required for various occupations.
The group emphasizes extracurricular activities and projects, including:
- Clube Ciência Viva: A science club promoting scientific knowledge and experimentation.
- Clube de Robótica: Focused on robotics and technological innovation.
- Desporto Escolar: Encouraging student participation in various sports.
- Erasmus and eTwinning Programs: Facilitating international collaboration and cultural exchange.
The Agrupamento de Escolas Tomás Cabreira remains committed to fostering a comprehensive educational environment, preparing students for both professional careers and higher education pursuits.