LEARNER PROFILE

WHO I AM

What you add after “I AM” are the most important words that will shape your life.

At LIS, we want to enable children to use big-hearted and bold words when they say who they are.

I am
CURIOUS

I see the world as a fascinating place and life as a gift. I like to explore possibilities and to discover new ways of learning, doing and being.

I am
COURAGEOUS

I believe in myself. I choose bold dreams for my life. By giving myself permission to grow, I can be the best version of myself and I can show the way for others to do the same.

I am
RESILIENT

I expect challenges and discomfort and I believe that with determination and a positive attitude, I can overcome any obstacle and achieve the goal.

I am
CONNECTED

I am aware of my impact on others. Through individual kindness and accountability we are collectively creating a better world for all of us. I am both generous and kind, as well as honest and direct in order to enable the best to emerge from our interactions.

I am
a LEARNER

I know I don’t know it all. I believe I can always improve. I learn daily, from books and research, from experiences and actions and especially from the people around me, young or old.

What do our learners need for the future?

In a world shaped by VUCA — Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity — the question is no longer just what our learners need to know, but who they need to become.

At Leiria International School, we believe the future belongs to those who are adaptable, empathetic, curious, and equipped with the right tools to navigate change with confidence and care.

That’s why we nurture growth across four essential dimensions of learning: Academic Foundation, Learner Profile, Metalearning, and Life Skills.

Together, these four dimensions shape a future-ready learner: someone who is not only prepared for change — but empowered to lead it.

Because the future isn’t something to wait for.

It’s something we grow into — together, every day.