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OpenApply Admissions Conference - Portugal
Event by: Faria Education Group
Location: TASIS Portugal International School, Sintra
Tickets: 299 USD · Get tickets
About event
We welcome you to join us for the 20th OpenApply Admissions Conference, taking place at TASIS Portugal on April 25 & 26, 2025.
🇵🇹 Why should you join us in Portugal?
The transformative impact of empathy, inclusion and collaboration is evident at international schools that embrace these attributes. Strong connections between students, staff and families are a major contributing factor to student recruitment, innovation and advancement. Join us as we explore the synergistic benefits of merging diverse perspectives as schools build inclusive communities where everyone’s voice is valued.
Since 2013, OpenApply has been working to fill the professional development gap in the admissions world in preparation for these increasing challenges. We are excited to return for our 7th Admissions Conference in Europe!
The conference theme is ‘Empathy Elevates Education’, and will encompass:
- School Community Collaboration
- Data-Driven Admissions Decisions
- Innovation and Transformation in Schools
Join us in Portugal to network with forward-thinking admissions and marketing professionals, exchange best practices, and incorporate transformative strategies and techniques to further the advancement of your school.
🎤 Have a story to share?
Do you have a success story, a new practice, or an area of expertise you’d like to share? This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your work and inspire others!
Based on the theme, Empathy Elevates Education, we are seeking sessions that align with the following topics:
- School Community Collaboration
- Connecting with Your Audience Through Empathy
- Crafting your School’s Story
- Developing your Fundraising Strategy
- Leveraging your Alumni Network
- Data-Driven Admissions Decisions
- Effective Outreach and Engagement
- Inclusion Beyond Curriculum
- Innovation and Transformation in Schools
Speakers will receive:
- Complimentary registrations to the conference and networking events (up to two per session)
- Certificates of Appreciation
Proposals will be accepted until February 28, 2025
➡️ Submit Your Proposal Here ⬅️
🗓️ Conference Schedule
The conference schedule consists of professional-development sessions delivered by admissions, marketing and advancement leaders within the community, and OpenApply workshops delivered by our team.
We will start both days at around 8:30am and end around 4:30pm. The conference happy hour will take place on the day 1 evening. More information will be available soon!
🎟️ Ticket
- Early-Bird Regular Registration Fee USD $299 (until
- Regular Registration Fee USD $349
Register now to secure your spot!
*The registration fee includes food and beverages during the conference and the happy hour. Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.
🏨 Conference Hotels
1️⃣ Legacy Hotel Cascais, Curio Collection by Hilton
- King Guest Room – 170 €
- King/Twin Guest Room with Balcony or Patio – 185 €
- King/Twin Cascais Room with Ocean view and Balcony – 200 €
Price per room, per night with breakfast buffet included – single occupancy.
For double occupancy the extra person is an additional 15€/night.
Above rate is subject to availability. We suggest booking as soon possible via the dedicated BOOKING LINK
2️⃣ Hotel Pestana Cidadela Cascais
- Classic Room, Single Occupancy €170
- Classic Room, Double Occupancy €185
The rate is based on per room per night and inclusive of breakfast (s), internet in guest room, service charge and taxes.
The rate is exclusive of city tax, which is €4 per night per person.
Above rate is subject to availability. We suggest booking as soon possible via the HOTEL WEBSITE and use code TASISPT
Any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
🛼 Transportation
We will schedule shuttles between the school and conference hotel on both days. More information coming soon!
🏫 About the Host School
TASIS Portugal, the newest member of the TASIS family of schools, enrolls students in pre-kindergarten through 11th grade (12th grade in September 2025 and so on). Featuring a content-rich curriculum and education in partnership with parents, this beautiful new school is located in Sintra halfway between the castles of old Sintra and the charming seaside community of Cascais.
🔍 Want to know what happened at our previous conferences?
Check out what our previous participants say in the video below, along with recaps and highlights from Bangkok, Vienna, Singapore, and more!
Please contact [email protected] if you have any queries or require assistance.