Glossary

encarregado de educação

Published 5 November 2026, 03:36
encarregado de educação

The adult officially registered as the child's representative at school: they sign documents, go to meetings and receive marks and messages. It is one adult, not both parents at once. They are named at enrolment and can be changed through the school office.

Where you come across it. Enrolling at school and any contact with teachers.
School benefits are worked out on the income of the person registered as the encarregado de educação.