For nearly 70 years educating with values, now with a global vision: Colégio Sigea becomes Colégio Sigea - Maple Bear Estoril.
For over six decades, Colégio D. Luísa Sigea has consistently and determinedly upheld the values that form the foundation of its growth, adapting to social changes and major techno-pedagogical evolutions in education.
Founded in 1956 by Professor Hermínio de Almeida Simões (1920–2004) and his partner, Isabel Simões, Colégio Sigea was born from a shared dream: to create a school where academic rigor and humanist values would shape generations of students.
Our history is marked by:
- Solidarity projects that make a difference in the community;
- Field trips and pedagogical initiatives that turn learning into memorable experiences;
- Conferences with experts that enrich the education of students, parents, and educators.
We believe in our tradition, but we look toward the future. That’s why we are now taking a step forward:
Colégio Sigea is expanding and becoming Colégio Sigea - Maple Bear Estoril.
While maintaining our humanist essence and commitment to excellence, we are joining forces with Maple Bear, a global leader in bilingual education, to offer:
- A Canadian methodology focused on active, student-centered learning;
- Bilingual education (English-Portuguese) with immersion from ages 3 to 7;
- A welcoming and innovative environment where every student is the protagonist of their own growth.
The future of education is global. At Colégio Sigea - Maple Bear Estoril, we prepare students to be citizens of the world, without ever forgetting the roots that made us a reference.
Contact us and discover how we combine Portuguese tradition with Canadian educational excellence.
