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Flourish Children's School

Costa Rica, Tamarindo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees CRC 3,142 - 8,976
Ages 2 - 18 years
Opened 2021
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Flourish Children's School is a faith-based, bilingual learning community located at Casa Vida Church in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Founded in 2021, the school welcomes students aged 2 to 18 and uses a bespoke, Charlotte Mason–inspired program that emphasizes project-based learning. The curriculum runs a mirrored Spanish–English track, with studios alternating languages daily or by subject to foster bilingual, biliterate, multicultural learners. Bible stories, worship songs, and daily prayer anchor the day, while small class sizes enable individualized instruction and attentive guidance from adaptive learning specialists, occupational and speech therapists as needed. Facilities include a renovated campus with a new play structure, minimalist Montessori-style classrooms, and ample outdoor space. Enrichment features include Discovery Labs, Expression Lab, STEM + Makers Lab, Entrepreneurship Lab, Life Skills Lab, and Podcasting Lab, plus Morning Basket rhythms and Flourish Fridays Chapel. The program balances academic inquiry with character formation and real‑world projects through hands‑on labs and service-minded initiatives.

Casa Vida Church, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

The Essentials

Flourish Children's School has instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Located in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, Flourish Children's School operates from Casa Vida Church. It serves children ages 2 through 18. The program is faith-based with Christian instruction, including Bible stories, worship songs and daily prayer.

Stages
Seedlings (ages 2-3); Sprouts (ages 3-4); Blossoms (ages 4-6); Orchids (ages 6-8); Flora (ages 7-8); Palms (ages 8-10); Selva (ages 10-11); Leadership Academy (ages 11-18).

Type
Faith-based

Additional learning support
Occupational and speech therapists are available for special services.

Religious affiliation
Christian
Fees

Annual tuition at Flourish Children's School ranges from CRC 3,142 to CRC 8,976 for 2026/27.

Tuition & Fees — 2026/2027

- Fees are presented in U.S. dollars and are billed in Costa Rican colones at a fixed school exchange rate of ₡500. Tuition may be paid annually, by semester, by quarter, or in installments (11 monthly payments: August–June). Tuition is set as an annual fee and is not reduced or discounted for holidays, student absences, natural disasters, or other emergencies. Enrollment fees are non‑refundable.

Application / Enrollment Fees

- Preschool, Primary and Secondary (Open Enrollment window): USD 1,200 per student.
- Preschool, Primary and Secondary (Late Enrollment window): USD 1,400 per student. These enrollment amounts include new student fees, registration, materials, student insurance and tax.

Tuition fees by program / school year (annual and installment options)

- Preschool (ages 2–4) — annual fee / (11 monthly installments shown):
- Tuesday & Thursday — Half Day: USD 3,142 (11 installments of USD 286).
- Tuesday & Thursday — Full Day: USD 3,815 (11 installments of USD 347).
- Monday / Wednesday / Friday — Half Day: USD 4,264 (11 installments of USD 388).
- Monday / Wednesday / Friday — Full Day: USD 4,937 (11 installments of USD 449).
- Monday–Friday — Half Day: USD 6,283 (11 installments of USD 571).
- Monday–Friday — Full Day: USD 6,732 (11 installments of USD 612). Pickup times are set by program (Half Day pick-up ~12:00 PM; Full Day pick-up ~2:30–2:45 PM).

- Primary School (Pre‑K through Grade 5): USD 7,854 annually (11 installments of USD 714, August–June).

- Secondary School (Grades 6–12): USD 8,976 annually (11 installments of USD 816, August–June).

Discounts

- Sibling discount: 15% for the third child and above; applies to the youngest full‑time child and only to tuition (not to enrollment or materials fees).
- Founding Families discount: 10% for families enrolled during the founding years (2021–2023) who have remained continuously enrolled; applies to tuition only.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment plan options: Annual (single payment), Semester, Quarter, or 11 monthly payments (August–June). Specific due dates are set by plan:
- Annual payment due August 10.
- Semester payments due August 10 (Semester 1) and January 10 (Semester 2).
- Quarter payments due August 10, November 10, February 10 and April 10.
- Monthly payments due on the 10th of each month (August–June).
If a payment is received on or after the 11th, a late fee of USD 30 is added to the next invoice. Administration requires a 30‑day written notice to unenroll a student to avoid being charged the next tuition installment.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered. All programs are day programs with scheduled pick‑up times; no boarding fee applies.

Other costs and optional fees

- Enrollment fees (USD 1,200 open / USD 1,400 late) include registration, materials, student insurance and tax.
- Optional U.S.‑accredited transcript (where requested): USD 450 (optional).
- Additional extracurricular or after‑school activities may incur separate fees when offered; specific activities and costs are billed separately.

Refunds and cancellations

- Enrollment fees are non‑refundable. Tuition is charged as an annual fee and is not reduced or discounted for holidays, student absences, natural disasters, or other emergencies. A 30‑day written notice is required to unenroll to avoid the next scheduled tuition charge.

Fee payment options and banking details

- Accepted payment types and channels include:
- Cash (the school accepts cash payments with conditions on bill condition).
- Bank transfer / wire to designated school accounts (Banco Nacional and BAC) — SINPE and IBAN details are published for transfers; for wire transfers add USD 17 to cover bank transfer fees charged by the receiving bank (parents should also cover any fees charged by their own bank).
- Payments may be made using the school's invoicing/payment plan arrangements tied to the annual/semester/quarter/monthly schedules.

- Sample bank details published for payments (bank name, currency and SINPE/IBAN are provided by the school for bank transfers). For wire transfers the school requests an additional USD 17 to cover transfer fees.

Practical notes (payment administration)

- All fee amounts are billed in colones at the school's fixed exchange rate. Families selecting non‑annual plans should follow the stated due dates; late payments incur the stated late fee. Student records are not released until financial obligations are met.

(End of fees overview)
Academics

Flourish Children's School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Charlotte Mason-inspired curriculum with project-based learning. Dual-language program with a mirrored Spanish-to-English curriculum; languages alternate daily or by subject to foster bilingual, biliterate, multicultural learners. Faith-based instruction with Bible stories, worship songs, and daily prayer. Small class sizes support individualized instruction for ages 2–18 in Tamarindo.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes with individualized instruction.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Flourish approach prioritizes student well-being as part of learning. The environment nurtures well-being and character development alongside academics. The team includes P.E. coaches and enrichment guides to support holistic growth. Occupational and speech therapists are available for special services. The faith-based setting includes daily prayer, Bible stories, and worship songs as part of daily life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Occupational and speech therapists are available for special services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers a dual language program with a mirrored Spanish-English curriculum. Studios alternate languages daily or by subject to encourage bilingualism, biliteracy, and multicultural understanding.

Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is central to the learning approach. The curriculum follows a Charlotte Mason philosophy with project-based learning. It emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and character development alongside academics. The environment is designed to nurture students' well-being.
Parent Experience

History
Flourish Children's School was founded in 2021 in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, and is located at Casa Vida Church. It serves learners aged 2 through 18. The curriculum is a Charlotte Mason–inspired, project-based program. It features a bilingual Spanish-English curriculum with studios alternating languages daily or by subject.

Community
Flourish is rooted in Christian faith, with guides who demonstrate the love of Jesus to students. Bible stories, worship songs, and daily prayer are part of the learning experience. The school organizes learners into age-based studios and emphasizes small class sizes and individualized instruction.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located off the main highway to Tamarindo in La Josefina, Flourish Children's School sits at Casa Vida Church in Tamarindo. The campus includes a brand new play structure. It has renovated classrooms. There is ample space for outdoor activities. A drop-off and pick-up window provides easy access with little to no traffic or wait times.

Academic Facilities
The classrooms are minimalist with calming colors and Montessori-style play materials to create a peaceful space for learning. Education for ages 2-18 is provided across studios in Tamarindo. The curriculum blends a Charlotte Mason philosophy with project-based learning to foster creativity, critical thinking and character development. The school offers a dual-language program teaching a mirrored Spanish-to-English curriculum with studios alternating languages. Students are screened by adaptive learning specialists, occupational and speech therapists to address developmental milestones as needed.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Flourish follows a Charlotte Mason approach with short, focused lessons (20-50 minutes) and hands-on, project-based learning. Scholars study core subjects in English and Spanish, including English, mathematics, science, and social studies, with enrichment classes in arts and crafts, physical education, music, and nature exploration. A Morning Basket sets daily rhythm with prayer, Bible lessons, and Habits and Virtues, grounding learning in character. Discovery Labs, Expression Lab, STEM + Makers Lab, Entrepreneurship Lab, Life Skills Lab, and Podcasting Lab foster inquiry, creativity, and real‑world projects.

Arts & Creative
Enrichment classes include Arts and Crafts and Music, with opportunities for creative expression through the arts. Flourish Fridays feature Chapel and student-led activities, quiet library time, and Critical thinking and logic activities that support imaginative work. Mixed-age Discovery Labs provide space to perform in Expression Lab, tinker in STEM + Makers Lab, and engage in hands-on creative projects such as entrepreneurship, life skills, and broadcasting. These elements together nurture artistic practice alongside practical, creative exploration.

Cultural & Language
Dual Language means a mirrored Spanish-to-English curriculum; studios alternate languages daily or by subject to encourage bilingual, biliterate, and multicultural development.

Social & Hobbies
Flourish Fridays bring the whole school together for Chapel, with student leadership and a focus on faith and community; there are quiet moments in the library and opportunities to engage in Critical thinking and logic activities. The program emphasizes collaborative, project-based learning through Discovery Labs that encourage teamwork and problem-solving across age groups.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is fostered through the Leadership Academy (ages 11-18) and through project-based labs such as Expression Lab, STEM + Makers Lab, Entrepreneurship Lab, Life Skills Lab, and Podcasting Lab. Entrepreneurship Lab enables students to launch real businesses, developing entrepreneurial and professional skills as part of Flourish's discovery-based learning model.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Enrichment classes include Nature Exploration and gardening and Physical Education, supporting active lifestyles. Small class sizes facilitate individualized instruction and closer teacher-student interaction. The Faith-Based environment includes Bible stories, worship songs, and daily prayer, reinforcing character development and wellbeing as integral to learning.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are taught as core languages. Core Subjects include English, Spanish, Math, Science, and CR Social Studies. The school provides language support through an adaptive learning specialist and access to occupational and speech therapists. The school serves ages 2-18 in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in English and Spanish. It uses a mirrored Spanish-to-English curriculum, with studios alternating languages daily or by subject to encourage bilingual, biliterate and multicultural learners. The program serves ages 2-18 in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

Immersion Programs
The school provides a dual language immersion approach in Spanish and English. The languages are alternated daily or by subject as part of the curriculum to support immersion in both languages and biliteracy. The program serves ages 2-18 in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Open enrollment begins March 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. The School Year is 2026-2027. Enrollment is for Flourish Children's School in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. 2. If you would like to enroll your student for the 2026-2027 school year, please complete the application before May 30. The deadline is May 30 for the 2026-2027 school year. 3. After submission, the committee will respond within a week to set up a visit and interview. The process includes a visit and an interview after the application is submitted. 4. All families must be interviewed and students will undergo an academic evaluation. The admissions process requires both a family interview and an academic evaluation for students. 5. After May 30, enrollment fees will increase for late enrollment. Late enrollment results in higher enrollment fees.

Scholarships
Flourish scholarships are awarded annually to families based on need and to include underrepresented populations in the Flourish community. The program allows 25% of students to receive a tuition scholarship. Scholarships are renewable and distributed on an annual basis. Scholarship applications for the 2026-2026 school year are due in March for current families and May for new families. Tuition assistance and scholarship requests require families to submit financial information and proof of income in the online application.
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