The annual ranking of secondary school national exams has been released, confirming that the top-performing schools are private institutions. The highest-ranked public school appears in 38th place.
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Read today’s briefingHeavy rain on Tuesday 10 November led to the closure of two Lisbon primary schools, Escola Básica Maria Barroso and Escola Básica Luís de Camões, due to flooding and roof leaks. Parents at Maria Barroso report that drainage issues have persisted since 2022 and are awaiting promised municipal works. The Lisbon City Council states it is preparing interventions for these buildings to improve safety and weather resilience, though no specific timeline for repairs has been provided.
The Luís de Camões basic school in Areeiro was closed on Tuesday 10 November 2026 due to water leaks in the roof, despite previous renovation works intended to fix the issue. The PCP municipal party has formally questioned the Lisbon City Council regarding why the repairs were ineffective and requested a status update on plans for a full structural renovation of the building.
All public and private schools will be closed on Wednesday 11 November 2026. Non-essential public services and courts are also authorized to close, and the government has advised teleworking whenever possible.