The School is sponsored by a Board of Trustees, composed of the American Embassy, Visteon Portuguesa, and Grupo Espirito Santo, which appoints a 9-member Board of Directors. The School is legally recognized as a Portuguese Foundation and operates under statutes approved by the Portuguese Ministry of Education. The curriculum is that of U.S. college-preparatory public schools. The School's testing program includes the National Merit and College Board tests. Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses are available.
Instruction is in English.
Portuguese is taught as both a native and a foreign language. Most of the graduates go on to colleges and universities in the United States. Remedial reading and special services to support mild learning disabilities are provided. Psychological testing and private remedial assistance are available in the community. The School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the European Council of International Schools, and the Portuguese Ministry of Education.