Construction works under the New Schools PPP – Phase I, promoted by the Government of São Paulo, continue at a steady pace. Of the 16 units currently under development, 14 have already reached or exceeded 45% completion, demonstrating the project’s consistent progress. The percentages consider all stages, from initial activities such as design and documentation to the construction works currently underway.
The Aguaí unit is currently the most advanced, with 52.2% of construction completed. It is followed by São João da Boa Vista (48.8%), Salto de Pirapora (48.3%) and Leme (48%). The PPP provides for the construction of 33 new schools across the State, divided between the East and West lots. The 16 Phase I units are scheduled for delivery throughout 2026, expanding the state school network and reinforcing the Government of São Paulo’s commitment to more modern and welcoming educational environments.
With interventions distributed across several municipalities, the project remains on schedule and reinforces the commitment to providing high-quality facilities for students and education professionals. The contract is regulated and supervised by the São Paulo State Public Services Regulatory Agency (Arsesp), which also monitors the concessionaire’s performance indicators.
Construction is also advancing at the units in Itapetininga (47.6%); Limeira (46.2%); Atibaia (45.9%); Ribeirão Preto II (45.3%); Olímpia (45.2%); Araras (45.1%); São José dos Campos (45.1%); Jardinópolis (45%); Lins (45%); and Ribeirão Preto I (45%). Sertãozinho (44.9%) and São José do Rio Preto (44.8%) complete the group of schools under construction in this phase.
New Schools PPP
The construction of 33 new schools (Phase I and Phase II) through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is focused exclusively on infrastructure and support services, covering construction, maintenance, upkeep and operation of non-pedagogical activities, with no interference in educational content. Services include building maintenance, security, cleaning, landscaping, meal preparation and other support activities essential to the operation of the units. In total, 29 municipalities will benefit, with the creation of nearly 35,000 new full-time places for the final years of elementary education and for high school in the state network.
Total estimated investment amounts to R$ 2.1 billion over the 25-year concession period, with half of the schools scheduled for delivery in 2026 and the remaining units by 2027.