International Schools in San Jose, Costa Rica

International schools in San José are concentrated in the Central Valley and tend to offer bilingual Spanish - English programmes alongside internationally recognised routes such as the International Baccalaureate, American-style and British curricula, with a few schools adding French or other languages. Fees vary widely by school and level - families can expect anything from lower-cost bilingual options to premium international schools charging several tens of thousands of US dollars a year, and most schools also have enrolment or matriculation charges and optional transport or activity fees. Academic calendars differ: Costa Rica’s public year runs roughly February - December while many international schools use an August/July-style or August - June northern-hemisphere calendar, so parents should check each school’s calendar and plan admissions six to twelve months ahead where possible. Most schools require up-to-date immunisation records, previous school reports or transcripts, and an assessment or interview (sometimes done remotely) before final enrolment, and practical matters such as campus location, daily commute and bus provision commonly determine which school is realistic for a relocating family.

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