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Lincoln School - Buenos Aires

Argentina, Buenos Aires

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees ARS 16,600 - 34,240
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 617
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Lincoln School is a nonprofit international school in Argentina, serving ages 4–18. The campus sits on nine hectares in La Lucila, overlooking the Río de la Plata, with separate elementary, middle, and high school buildings, a full-size gym, an auditorium, a theater, two libraries, band and choir rooms, science labs, and Makers' Spaces. Outdoor spaces include a 27,000-square-meter sports field, tennis and basketball courts, and a 25-meter pool, plus an Ecological Nature Reserve managed with the local municipality. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, with 100% of students taking IB courses and 88% pursuing the Diploma. Courses span Groups 1–6 and are delivered in a bilingual Diploma, including English and Spanish literature, Spanish language programs, and humanities, sciences, math, and arts subjects. Lincoln also offers the American and bespoke curricula, a nine-to-18 age range, and extensive after-school activities, service learning, and international connections through alumni and partners.

Andres Ferreyra 4073, La Lucila, Buenos Aires, Argentina

The Essentials

Lincoln School - Buenos Aires has 617 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Andrés Ferreyra 4073, B1637 AOS La Lucila, Argentina. The campus sits among green spaces with a nature reserve and coastline park, and has views of the river.

Stages
Elementary School; Middle School; High School.

Type
International school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
45 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
Learning Support includes an Individualized Learning Plan with accommodations in the regular classroom. English Language Learners (ELL) and Language Support (SLL) are provided within a bilingual program with both English and Spanish taught to students; the long-term goal is native-level proficiency in English and Spanish. Language support varies by grade level; students are not admitted with very low English from Grade 6 upwards, and some Grade 12 entrants may require additional Spanish support to obtain the Argentine bachillerato diploma.

Country affiliation
Argentina

Bus service
Regular bus service is door-to-door and operated by an external company; buses serve areas from Puerto Madero to Nordelta, including several neighbourhoods in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Vicente López, and San Isidro. An After School Activities bus runs daily and serves the same areas; sign-ups are per semester. Cancellations and sign-ups should be submitted before the 20th of the previous month. For questions, contact bus@lincoln.edu.ar.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform policy. Lincoln spirit t-shirts are worn on Fridays. Uniforms are available at two vendors: ALVEAR DRIVE SCHOOL UNIFORMS (Alvear 410 in Martinez; Tel: 4798-7648; Email: school_gang@hotmail.com) and LINCOLN UNIFORMS (Email: uniformesshop@gmail.com; Mara Tomasso 15-4099-2505; uniforms delivered to home or to school).

Food Options
Lunch service is provided by COOK'S cafeteria. The Lunch Service includes a downloadable menu and a signup process; Monthly costs for 2025-2026: Kinder ARS 13,000; Grades 1-12 ARS 15,000; Daily lunch ticket ARS 16,500. Payments are through QR, debit, credit, or Mercado Pago; Cash payments are not accepted. Special diets can be arranged through the Wellness Center.

Governance and Ownership
Asociación Escuelas Lincoln is a nonprofit organization recognized by the Argentine Provincial Ministry of Education. It is governed by a 14-member Board of Governors, composed of parents and alumni representing international corporations, with one non-voting member appointed by the US Ambassador.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lincoln School - Buenos Aires ranges from ARS 16,600 to ARS 34,240 for 2026/27.

Application and enrollment fees
- Application fee (one-time, paid at application): USD 2,968 for K3–K5; USD 2,968–3,424 for primary/secondary year groups depending on grade (specific application amount varies by grade group).
- Annual re‑enrollment fee: billed to families of students in grades 1–12 in the month of August or upon mid‑semester enrollment.
- Capital assessment (one‑time on admission for K5–Grade 12): USD 12,000 (Capital Assessment is billed on admission and is reimbursed at 50% if a child withdraws during the first school year).

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and how they are billed)
- Kindergarten (K3–K4): USD 16,600 per year.
- Kindergarten (K5): USD 22,800 per year.
- Primary (Grades 1–5): USD 29,680 per year.
- Upper primary / Lower secondary (Grades 6–7): USD 31,000 per year.
- Middle / Lower High (Grade 8): USD 31,000 per year.
- High School (Grades 9–12): USD 34,240 per year.

Notes on per‑term / per‑semester amounts and billing frequency:
- Tuition is billed and paid monthly. A 2% discount is applied for annual or semester payments made in U.S. dollars (an invoice is issued for the period being paid). Payments in Argentine pesos are accepted only on a monthly basis at the official exchange rate at the time of payment. The school will charge for the full semester when enrolling late or withdrawing early from school mid‑semester. Monthly billing and the 2% discount for semester/annual dollar payments apply as stated.
- For families who choose semester payment in dollars, the semester invoice equals one half of the annual tuition before any discount; for annual payment the 2% discount applies to the full year invoice issued in dollars. (Tuition annual amounts above are the baseline for those calculations.)

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Regular billing cadence: billed monthly. Semester or annual invoices are issued if a family elects to pay by semester or year in dollars. A 2% discount is applied to semester or annual payments made in U.S. dollars. Payments in pesos are accepted only on a monthly basis at the official exchange rate in effect at payment time. Lincoln charges for the full semester for late enrollments or early withdrawals within a semester.
- Overdue payments: overdue peso payments are converted at the prevailing official exchange rate on the date of cancellation and an annual interest of 14% is applied to late payments. IB exam fees are billed separately.

Optional services and other fees
- Cafeteria (lunch): billed monthly or by semester in Argentine pesos; daily value with monthly fee (Semester 2 example) — Kinder: ARS 13,000; Grades 1–12: ARS 15,000; individual daily lunch ticket (K–12): ARS 16,500. Cash is not accepted for cafeteria payments; accepted methods include QR / debit / credit or Mercado Pago in the High School cafeteria procedures.
- Bus transportation: regular school bus fees are billed per month or per semester in Argentine pesos; the fee covers both morning and afternoon shifts. The After School Activities (late) bus is billed per semester per child for the duration of the activity. Cancellation/sign‑up deadlines and full‑month billing rules apply (cancellations should be sent before the 20th of the previous month; each month is billed in full).
- Uniforms: uniforms are purchased through listed vendors; prices vary by vendor and item. Uniform vendors and ordering details are provided by the school; uniform costs are not presented as fixed amounts on the school's uniform policy page.
- After‑school activities, camps, curricular trips, IB exam fees and specific program fees (for example specialized trips or extended‑day activities) are billed separately as applicable. IB examination fees are charged in addition to tuition.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Lincoln operates as a private, coeducational day school and does not offer boarding. Bus transport is provided as a paid service for day students.

Refund, withdrawal and chargeback information
- Capital Assessment refund: the Capital Assessment (one‑time admission charge) is reimbursed at 50% if a child withdraws during the first school year.
- Withdrawal and mid‑semester billing: the school charges for the full semester when enrolling late or when a family withdraws early from a semester. Families must complete and submit the school's Withdrawal Form to the Admissions Office. Specific prorating or refunds for tuition beyond the Capital Assessment reimbursement are governed by the school's billing rules (full semester charge applies in the event of mid‑semester withdrawal).

Fee payment options and practical payment instructions
- Accepted payment channels include: bank payments at Banco Supervielle (provide Family # and Family Name), checks in pesos (to Asociación Escuelas Lincoln) and checks in dollars (delivered to the school), bank transfers in pesos (school Business Office provides bank details), and bank transfers in U.S. dollars via TD Bank USA (Business Office provides details). The internet print‑out of a bank transfer is treated as the receipt. The school will not accept cash payments at the cashier office for general tuition (checks may be dropped at reception with invoice number noted). High School cafeteria sales accept QR / debit / credit or Mercado Pago; cash is not accepted for cafeteria.
- For overdue payments the school applies the official exchange rate and annual interest (14%) for late balances. Families paying in dollars who opt for semester or annual payment receive a 2% discount on the invoiced semester or year amount.

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Academics

Lincoln School - Buenos Aires teaches IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
IB Diploma Programme offered for Grades 11–12. 100% of students take IB courses, and 88% are IB Diploma candidates. Courses span Groups 1–6, including English Literature (HL/SL) and Spanish Literature (HL/SL); Spanish Ab Initio and Spanish B; History of the Americas, Economics, Global Politics, and Environmental Systems and Societies; Biology, Chemistry, and Physics; Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches and Applications and Interpretation); Visual Arts and Film. The Diploma is bilingual. [Source: Lincoln School IB Program page]

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size: 18 students. [Source: Lincoln School homepage]

Exam Results
IB exam pass rate: 86%. [Source: Lincoln School homepage]

Higher Education Progression
High School counselors begin in Grade 10 to plan post-Lincoln education, focusing on college and university applications. They support college search, applications and matriculation, coordinate university visits and CIS college fairs on campus, and run events such as parent evenings for university preparation. [Source: Lincoln School HS Counseling page]
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Lincoln Counseling Program supports growth in academic, social, emotional, and career achievement through a developmentally appropriate, student-centered approach. Counseling is available to all students and complements the broader school program to foster a safe learning environment. The program delivers evidence-based lessons, activities, and support services as part of a comprehensive school counseling curriculum. Counselors safeguard the rights and dignity of every student, promoting a welcoming and inclusive climate. The team collaborates with teachers, families, and administrators, guided by the International School Counselor Association's model, to help students become kind and ethical members of a global community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support Program provides an Individualized Learning Plan for each student. Learning Support staff collaborate with teachers to provide small-group instruction, accommodations, and co-teaching within the mainstream classroom. ELL (English Language Learners) and SLL (Second Language Learners) receive instructional support within the curriculum; Spanish is integrated through placement-based language classes. Lincoln's language support is tailored to each grade, with the aim that long-term students reach native-level proficiency in both English and Spanish. Admissions decisions are based on careful assessment of strengths and needs, with full disclosure and open communication to determine whether Lincoln can meet the student's needs with the provided services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Students whose first language is not English receive instructional support within the curriculum and through a structured English language program until English proficiency is achieved. Lincoln is a bilingual school, and all students are enrolled in Spanish classes determined by placement evaluations. Language support is tailored by grade to ensure access to the full curriculum. ELL and language specialists collaborate with classroom teachers to create a language-rich environment and monitor progress through regular assessments. The aim is for long-term students to achieve native-like proficiency in both English and Spanish.

Mental Wellbeing
The Wellness Center provides nursing care for primary assessment and health promotion to support learning, reduce absenteeism, and improve the wellbeing of the Lincoln community. A team of four registered nurses works with teachers, parents, and Lincoln staff to promote wellness and provide health services. The school nurses are trained as CPR, AED, and First Aid instructors and offer workshops on healthcare and prevention. Wellness is defined as an active process of becoming aware of needs and making choices toward a healthy life, in line with the World Health Organization definition of health as physical, mental, and social well-being. The Wellness Center supports student wellbeing across the school with ongoing health education and services.

Safeguarding
Lincoln maintains a Child Protection Policy to safeguard children and ensure they grow and develop in a safe environment. The school also maintains a Lincoln Safeguarding Policy and Handbook with guidelines for safeguarding and crisis intervention. Lincoln counselors and staff work to safeguard the rights of all members of the school community and provide prevention and intervention within a comprehensive school counseling program. The safeguarding policies are supported by ongoing staff training and collaboration with students, families, and administrators. These policies apply to all students, staff, and visitors.
Parent Experience

History
Lincoln is a nonprofit educational organization in Argentina, officially recognized by the Argentine Provincial Ministry of Education and established under Argentine laws. The legal domicile of Asociacion Escuelas Lincoln is Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires. The school is governed by a 14-member Board of Governors responsible for guiding strategic direction, setting policy, overseeing finances, and supporting and evaluating the Superintendent. The Board is composed of parents and alumni, representing various international corporations, with one non-voting member appointed by the US Ambassador.

Community
Lincoln's community is tightly knit and diverse. Parents At Lincoln (PAL) is led by parents and aims to welcome all families, encourage participation, and celebrate everyone. PAL hosts many activities and events throughout the year to connect, engage, and support the community. Activities include Walk & Talk groups, a book club, Knit Club, PAL sports, and monthly cultural tours, with events showcased on PAL's social media and on-campus spaces.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents At Lincoln (PAL) is the parent-led association at Lincoln. It fosters and strengthens the Lincoln community, welcoming all families, encouraging participation, and celebrating diverse contributions. PAL hosts many activities and events throughout the year to connect, engage, and support the community. Activities include Walk & Talk groups, a book club, a knit club, PAL volleyball and basketball, and monthly cultural tours. Volunteer opportunities are available, and PAL members are often on campus in the Parent Workspace next to the Multipurpose Room. PAL maintains a social media presence on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to share updates.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school sits on a nine-hectare campus in La Lucila overlooking the Río de la Plata. The campus includes 24,000 square meters of covered school facilities with separate buildings for elementary, middle, and high school, plus a full-size gymnasium, an auditorium, a fully equipped theater, two libraries, band and choir rooms, science labs, and Makers' Spaces prepared for each learning level. It features a 27,000-square-meter sports field for track and field and cross-country training, soccer, tennis and basketball courts, and a 25-meter swimming pool. Lincoln shares responsibility with the Vicente López municipality for a nearby Ecological Nature Reserve, and outdoor spaces are used to support learning. The facilities are designed and adapted to support the learning journey with well-equipped, comfortable and functional workspaces.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a 27,000-square-meter sports field for track and field, cross country, and soccer, plus tennis and basketball courts and a 25-meter swimming pool. The site also features a full-size gymnasium.

Academic Facilities
Separate buildings for elementary, middle, and high school, plus a full-size gymnasium, an auditorium, a fully equipped theater, two libraries, band and choir rooms, science labs and Makers' Spaces prepared for each learning level.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts programs include Visual Arts (K4–K5 topics and Grades 1–5 project work with an emphasis on exhibitions) and Music, with the Art Room located in the northern wing overlooking the Rio de la Plata and hands-on music-making and global cultural exploration. The Elementary Art Program focuses on student voice and choice, and the Music program emphasizes creating and performing across cultures. The school also offers an after-school activities program. In Athletics, Lincoln provides varsity and junior varsity teams in soccer, basketball, volleyball, swimming, and track & field.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The after-school activities program offers more than 60 sports and activities. The Athletics Program includes Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming, Track & Field, and Tennis, with an inclusive emphasis on participation, skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Students have opportunities to compete in SAAC tournaments and other national and international events. Lincoln also supports academic competitions, such as national and regional math contests, including a Grade 8 student who earned 3rd nationally in Olimpíada Matemática Ñandú and a Bronze Medal at the Rioplatense regional.

Arts & Creative
Arts at Lincoln includes Visual Arts, Theatre, and Music. Visual Arts classes foster critical thinking and turning ideas into reality, with attention to patience, persistence, risk-taking, and a growth mindset. The Theatre and Music programs emphasize collaboration, meaningful performance, and lifelong engagement with artistic expression.

Cultural & Language
The IB Diploma is offered in Grades 11–12, with English and Spanish language and literature options, and a broad slate of IB courses across Groups 1–6; Lincoln also supports a bilingual diploma. A multicultural and inclusive community connects students to alumni networks and Parents at Lincoln (PAL), and the school hosts multicultural events such as Día Internacional.

Social & Hobbies
Lincoln runs an extensive after-school activities program (ASA) with options including Dance, Taekwondo, and Gymnastics. High School athletics feature Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Track & Field, and more, with opportunities to participate across grade levels. Model United Nations and debate clubs are sponsored by the high school counselor, providing forums for leadership and academic discourse.

Community & Service
Service Learning is a school-wide program that integrates curricular and co-curricular learning with community engagement through an intentional cycle of Investigation, Reflection, and Action. The program includes Community Gardens, Interviews, Sustainable Consumption, Healthy Ecosystems, and collaborative projects, along with cross-grade initiatives and arts-based advocacy. Lincoln partners with organizations such as Germinar, Municipalidad de San Isidro, and Comunidad El Ceibo, and the initiative is supported by teams like the Passion Group and Inspire Citizens.

Leadership & Professional
Lincoln has a Senior Leadership Team within SAAC that supports student leadership across activities. The high school counselor sponsors the Debate and Model United Nations clubs, guiding students through planning and applications. Alumni leadership is highlighted, such as Belen del Amo, a Lincoln alumna who became a leadership coach and entrepreneur. Lincoln also hosts university and career fairs, and features career-planning sessions and speaker events for students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Athletics & Activities program supports wellbeing through participation, sportsmanship, and balanced schedules, offering more than 60 after-school options. The campus features extensive athletic facilities, including a 27,000 m2 sports field, track and field, tennis and basketball courts, a full gymnasium, and a 25 m swimming pool. Sensory rooms across elementary, middle, and high school provide safe spaces for emotional regulation and wellbeing, complemented by counseling and health-and-wellness resources.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are the core languages taught. The curriculum includes English and Spanish as subject disciplines, with Local Argentine standards integrated where appropriate. The IB program offers English Literature HL/SL and Spanish Literature HL/SL, as well as language acquisition options (Spanish Ab Initio/Spanish B). A bilingual diploma is part of the program, and language support is provided through language specialists.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has a bilingual education program blending American and Argentine approaches. English and Spanish are central to the curriculum, taught across disciplines. The IB Diploma program offers bilingual pathways, with courses in both English and Spanish, and a bilingual diploma is pursued by Lincoln students at a higher rate than many international schools. Language support is provided by language specialists within Student Support Services.
Reputation

Accreditations
The Asociación Escuelas Lincoln is a nonprofit organization officially recognized by the Argentine Provincial Ministry of Education.
Admissions

Admissions
Begin by filling in the application form. Applications are accepted year-round. The Admissions Team reviews inquiries and responds to you as soon as possible.

Scholarships
Financial Support and Scholarship program: Each year the Board allocates a percentage of the operating budget for financial support and scholarships. The policy is determined by the Board and administered by a Financial Support and Scholarship Committee named by the Superintendent or the Board. Families receiving financial support are expected to perform some voluntary services for the school. The financial support application allows parents to list service areas where they feel qualified to volunteer. Application Process: contact Admissions; submit documents; await notification. Documentation: applications will not be considered until all documentation has been submitted; additional documentation may be requested; if documents are not submitted on time, applicants will wait until the next deadline and will not be eligible for financial support during the current semester; applicants may be asked to attend an interview with the Superintendent and the Business Manager. Await notification: notifications will be sent as soon as possible.

Waitlist
Wait-listed: There is a cap on class size for each grade. If space is not available, applicants are wait-listed until a space becomes available. The date of wait-listing is the date all paperwork is turned in, not the initial contact date.
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