In this guide, we’ll show you why choosing the right location in the Algarve means more than beautiful views, it means access to top schools, outdoor living, peace of mind, and a property that truly fits your family’s future.

Living in the Algarve with kids means more than good weather.

It means community, safety, and the kind of environment where families can truly thrive. Imagine offering your children a childhood framed by nature, security, and access to international education, all within one of Europe’s most desirable lifestyle destinations.

1. World-Class Education, Close to Home
The Algarve is home to an impressive network of 12 to 14 international schools, offering British, American, German, and IB curricula. These institutions are renowned for their academic excellence, with small class sizes (10 to 25 pupils) ensuring individualised attention.

Leading schools such as Vale Verde International School (just 15 minutes from Lagos) and Vilamoura International School provide preparation for IGCSEs, A-Levels or Cambridge programmes, in dynamic, multicultural environments designed to unlock each child’s full potential.

Even more convenient for families living in our resort, the prestigious Nobel International School offers a dedicated shuttle service that collects and drops off students right at the resort entrance, giving parents total peace of mind and simplifying the school run.

2. Choosing the Right School – With Confidence
At Boavista Property Sales, we know that for families relocating to the Algarve, proximity to high-quality international schools is more than a convenience, it’s a priority.

Many of our prime properties are located just minutes from some of the region’s most respected schools, offering bilingual (English-Portuguese) or fully English curricula, ideal for expat and international families.

These institutions combine modern infrastructure, small class sizes, and academic excellence, providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

When you choose to invest in a home with Boavista Property Sales, you’re not only securing a beautiful property in one of Europe’s most desirable regions, you’re also ensuring access to top-tier education for your family, right on your doorstep.

3. Active, Healthy Living for All Ages
Living in the Algarve means daily access to a safe, outdoor lifestyle: Watersports such as sailing, surfing and paddleboarding on pristine beaches. Family-friendly attractions, including educational parks like Zoomarine and Slide & Splash. Nature trails through areas such as Ria Formosa, perfect for evening family walks.

4. Healthcare You Can Trust
With both public and private hospitals across key towns such as Faro, Lagos and Portimão, the Algarve offers comprehensive paediatric care and access to English-speaking healthcare professionals. Many expat families choose private health insurance for faster access to specialist appointments and treatments.

And now, with the opening of a brand-new Family Health Unit in Lagos, over 7,000 local residents have already been assigned dedicated family doctors, improving accessibility and ensuring consistent, quality healthcare just minutes from home.

5. Safety and Peace of Mind
The Algarve consistently ranks as one of Portugal’s safest regions, with low crime rates and a welcoming, family-oriented community. Here, children enjoy the freedom to walk or cycle to school, play outdoors and grow up surrounded by fresh air and natural beauty.
 
For families seeking a life of elegance, stability, and opportunity, Boavista Property Sales offers far more than just a sunny escape. It’s a gateway to a lifestyle where you can grow, thrive, and enjoy exceptional quality of life all year round.