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International Schools in Paraguay

Compare 6 international schools in Paraguay. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 8,097), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
6
Curricula
6
Average annual fee
USD 8,097
Fee range
USD 6,015 – 10,178
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American (2 schools)
Average school size
685 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Colegio Goethe
Oldest
Colegio Goethe (1893)
About international schools in Paraguay

International schools in Paraguay are a small, largely Asunción-centred sector that blends international curricula with Paraguayan national requirements; you will commonly find bilingual Spanish - English programmes alongside schools offering the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge IGCSE routes or German-language streams. Instruction is frequently bilingual and many schools also include Guaraní and Paraguayan national studies to meet Ministry of Education requirements, so expect a mix of international qualifications and local certification. Annual tuition for international-style schools in Asunción typically falls in a broad band - roughly US$4,000 - 12,000 per child - with additional one-off enrolment/(matrícula) charges and extra costs for meals, transport, uniforms and external exams. The Paraguayan academic year follows the southern-hemisphere rhythm (generally starting around February and finishing in November/early December); admissions commonly open in the months before the new school year, though mid-year intakes are possible at many schools, so plan visits and applications several months ahead.

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IB (2) American (2) French (1) German (1)

Choosing an international school in Paraguay

Curricula

There are 6 international schools in Paraguay covering 6 curricula. The most widely offered are American (2), International Baccalaureate (1), German Curriculum (1), French Curriculum (1), National (1). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Paraguay runs from about USD 6,015 to USD 10,178, averaging roughly USD 8,097. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Paraguay run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Paraguay we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Paraguay

What curricula are offered at international schools in Paraguay?
You will find a mix: many schools run the International Baccalaureate at one or more levels, a number use Cambridge IGCSEs at lower secondary, and several follow U.S.-style standards or German-language programmes that lead to local and international qualifications. Most international programmes are taught alongside the Paraguayan national curriculum so students can meet local certification and language requirements.
What languages of instruction should I expect?
English and Spanish are the dominant languages in Paraguay’s international schools, often in bilingual programmes; a small number of schools teach primarily in German or offer strong German streams. Guaraní is commonly taught as part of national curriculum requirements, so families should expect some exposure to it even in largely international programmes.
How much do international schools cost and what fees are additional?
Tuition commonly sits in a wide band - roughly US$4,000 to US$12,000 per year for many international-style schools in Asunción - but fees vary by school, grade and services provided. In addition to annual tuition parents should budget for a one-off enrolment or entrance fee, registration charges, and extras such as school meals, bus service, textbooks, uniforms and external examination fees.
When does the school year run and when should I apply?
The local academic year follows the southern-hemisphere calendar, starting around February and finishing in November or early December. Schools typically open admissions and request registration in the months before the new year, so begin enquiries and visits several months in advance; many schools also accept mid-year admissions when places are available.
Which ages and qualifications are covered by international schools in Paraguay?
Most international schools in Paraguay cover the full range from early years/kindergarten through to upper secondary (ages 3 - 18), offering internationally recognised end qualifications such as the IB Diploma, Cambridge certificates or local bachillerato options. Check each school’s age range and the specific diploma pathway on offer, because some schools deliver only primary or secondary programmes or combine international and national certification routes.
What should relocating families look for when choosing a school here?
Verify which curriculum and end qualification the school offers and whether it is authorised or accredited by the relevant international body and recognised by Paraguay’s Ministry of Education, because that affects university access and credential recognition. Also check language provision and language-support programmes for non-native speakers, total cost (including one-off and ancillary charges), commute times and the school’s approach to integration for newly arrived children.