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IB Curriculum International Schools in Santiago, Chile

Compare 13 IB Curriculum international schools in Santiago, Chile. Filter by curriculum, fees, location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
13
Curricula
9
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (13 schools)
Average school size
1,690 pupils
More school facts
Largest by enrolment
Saint Gabriel's School
Oldest
Santiago College (1880)
About international schools in Santiago, Chile

Santiago is served by a sizeable cohort of international schools that offer one or more International Baccalaureate programmes; some schools run the full PYP - MYP - DP continuum while others offer only one or two stages. Bilingual English - Spanish teaching is common across the city, and a few schools also use other European languages or follow a primarily Spanish curriculum with IB options. Annual fees vary widely by school, campus and student age - you will see lower mid-range tuition at some schools and fees that exceed USD 20,000 a year at the highest end, with additional registration, capital or language-support charges in many cases. The national school year normally runs March - December but several international schools operate northern-hemisphere semester rhythms, so check each school’s calendar and apply early (many families begin 6 - 12 months before the intended start) because assessments, document translation and deposits are commonly required.

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FAQs for Chile

Which IB programmes will my child find in Santiago and what ages do they cover?
Most IB schools in Santiago offer one or more of the IB’s programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early and primary learners, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for middle school ages, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for the final two years of secondary school. Some schools run the full PYP - MYP - DP continuum but others offer only the DP or the PYP, so confirm each school’s authorised programmes before applying.
What language(s) of instruction should we expect at IB international schools in Santiago?
Bilingual English - Spanish provision is the norm at many international IB schools in Santiago; some schools deliver most subjects in English with Spanish taught as a language, while others integrate Spanish across the timetable or operate a primarily Spanish programme with IB certification. There are also schools with instruction in other European languages, so check a school’s published language policy and how it supports English- or Spanish-language learners.
How much do IB international schools in Santiago cost?
Tuition levels vary considerably by school and grade: public listings and independent guides show annual fees across Santiago ranging from lower mid-range amounts up to figures above USD 20,000 for older grades at the most expensive campuses, and many schools publish separate enrolment or capital charges. Expect extra costs for transport, lunches, uniforms, language support and some exams; always ask a school for a full fee schedule in writing.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Start the process as early as you can - many families begin preparing 6 - 12 months ahead of a move - because popular year groups can fill and schools commonly require translated transcripts, immunisation records, an application fee, assessments or interviews and an enrollment deposit. The exact workflow varies by school, but online application portals are widely used and schools may offer remote interviews or tests for overseas applicants; read each school’s admissions checklist carefully and keep copies of all documents.
What should relocating parents check when choosing an IB school in Santiago?
Confirm which IB programmes the school is authorised to deliver, the language(s) of instruction and the quality of English/Spanish learner support, plus the school’s accreditation, safeguarding and pastoral arrangements. Also compare published fee schedules, the academic calendar (southern vs northern hemisphere rhythm), learning-support provision and university-counselling services so you can match curriculum continuity, language needs and long-term aims.