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SERAN Private Bilingual School

Honduras, San Pedro Sula

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1989
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School, Elementary
Introduction

SERAN Private Bilingual School in San Pedro Sula offers an American-based curriculum taught in English with Honduran and international links. The school serves ages 2 to 18 across Pre-School through Secondary, with two sections per grade. The elementary program emphasizes core subjects—reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies—and includes specialists in art, music, library, and computer skills. Spanish and Social Studies follow Ministry guidelines. A Special Learning Center supports students with mild to moderate learning disabilities within the regular classroom. In the secondary program, lower secondary and high school courses are taught in English, with the option to pursue a United States high school diploma and a Bachillerato. The campus features a Library, Learning Center, on-site Infirmary, Reading Specialist, and Counselor Services. Athletics are offered through intramurals and tournaments. Founded in 1989, SERAN has pursued ABSH accreditation and participates in ABSH events, reinforcing preparation for college and personal development globally.

Col. Sitraihss, 16 calle 4ta avenida, 21102 San Pedro Sula, Cortés, Honduras

The Essentials

SERAN Private Bilingual School has instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
The school is located at Col. Sitraihss, 16 Calle 4ta Avenida, 21102 San Pedro Sula, Cortés, Honduras.

Stages
The school has Pre-School, Elementary School, and Secondary School.

Type
The school is private.

Additional learning support
The school has a Learning Center, Counselor Services, and Educational Psychologists to support students' academic, social, and emotional development.

Country affiliation
Honduras; bilingual with Honduran, North American, and international educational systems.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a cafeteria on campus.

Governance and Ownership
The school is owned and governed under proprietary governance and partners with parents.
Fees
Application / Admission Fees

- An entrance exam fee is required as part of the admissions process; this fee is paid at the Accounting Department.

Tuition fees (by year group and per term)

- The school does not publish a public, itemized tuition schedule showing amounts per year group or per term for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. No specific per-term or per-year tuition figures are listed in the school's admissions or public pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A specific billing schedule (for example: number of installments per year, term dates for payments, due dates, late-payment penalties) and detailed payment terms are not published in the school's publicly available admissions information.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding program or boarding fees are indicated in the school's public service and admissions information; the school operates as a day school.

Other costs and fees (uniform, transport, meals, extracurriculars, materials)

- Specific charges for uniforms, student transport (buses), school meals, extracurricular activity fees, classroom materials, or similar incidental fees are not published in the school's publicly available admissions or services information.

Refund information

- No published refund policy for tuition, deposits, registration, or entrance fees is available in the school's admissions information.

Fee payment options

- Payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, cash, local bank deposit, online payment portal) are not specified in the publicly available admissions information. The admissions process indicates a financial commitment is required at enrollment steps, and the entrance exam fee is handled by the Accounting Department.

Summary of findings

- The admissions documentation confirms an entrance exam fee paid through the Accounting Department and describes the admissions steps and required documentation. The school does not publish an itemized tuition schedule, billing schedule, boarding fees, uniform or other fixed-cost amounts, refund terms, or accepted payment methods in the publicly available admissions and services pages.

(Admissions contact: admissions@seran-school.org; phone numbers listed on the school's public contact information.)
Academics

SERAN Private Bilingual School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
SERAN offers an American-based curriculum with English as the primary language of instruction. The elementary program (grades First through Sixth) emphasizes core subjects—reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies—and includes specialist offerings in art, music, library, and computer skills. Spanish and Social Studies instruction follows Ministry of Education guidelines. SERAN provides a Special Learning Center for students identified with mild to moderate learning disabilities who participate in the regular classroom with support. The secondary program includes lower secondary (Seventh and Eighth) and High School (Ninth through Twelfth) with English instruction across subjects and the option to pursue both a United States high school diploma and Bachillerato.

Exam Results
Ninety-five percent of SERAN graduates are accepted in colleges and universities around the world.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education at colleges and universities around the world.
Parent Experience

History
SERAN SCHOOL began in 1989 with founders Ms. Emily Carson and Patricia Klein de Blanco, and a family philosophy focused on excellence, moral principles and values. The school serves two sections per grade from the Early Stimulation Program for three-year-olds to the graduating 12th grade, including an Early Stimulation two-year-old toddler program. It was founded with 52 students in an old house in the Rio de Piedras neighborhood of San Pedro Sula. It was accredited by the Association of Bilingual Schools of Honduras (ABSH) in 1992, added a seventh grade in 1995, and inaugurated the current school building in 1998, followed by the high school building in 1999, with ongoing expansion from 2000 onward. The first high school graduating class occurred in 2001; Educational Leadership was created in 2011; and AdvancED Candidate Status for accreditation was achieved in 2015.

Community
SERAN has a family-oriented community that emphasizes close relationships among students, families and staff, reflecting a small, intimate school environment in the north sector of San Pedro Sula. The school is relatively small to encourage a family atmosphere and maintains two sections per grade from early years onward. The school life includes participation in regional ABSH events such as the National ABSH Soccer Tournament and the National ABSH Knowledge Bowl Competition.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has a Parent-Teacher Association.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located in Col. Sitraihss, 16 calle 4ta avenida 21102 San Pedro Sula, Cortés, Honduras. The campus serves Pre-School, Elementary School, and Secondary School. The campus includes a Library, a Learning Center, an on-site Infirmary, a Reading Specialist, and Counselor Services. Counselor Services include Educational Psychologists, Career Orientation, and Testing. Athletics is a feature of the campus, with opportunities for intramurals and tournaments.

Sports Facilities
SERAN supports athletic activity and promotes a healthy lifestyle. The athletics program emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and self-esteem. Through intramurals and local, regional, and national tournaments, students participate in competitions. The program highlights the connection between physical activity, concentration and academic performance.

Academic Facilities
The school offers Pre-School, Elementary School, and Secondary School. There is a Library and a Learning Center on campus. Counseling Services include Educational Psychologists, Career Orientation, and Testing. A Reading Specialist is available and Positive Discipline is part of Counselor Services.

Extra Curricular Facilities
SERAN has participated in the National ABSH Soccer Tournament. The school has taken part in the National ABSH Knowledge Bowl Competition. ABSH Language Arts Festival, including Speech and Spelling Bee, has been part of student activities. These events indicate a history of engagement in ABSH extracurricular competitions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
SERAN offers an educational program based on American and Honduran plans. English is spoken daily in the Pre-School, and English is the primary language of instruction in Elementary. The Secondary School prepares students for higher education with strong English and Spanish communication skills, aligning with United States high school diploma standards and Bachillerato.

Arts & Creative
Art courses provide knowledge of visual fundamentals through activities in various media, and the music program develops listening, reading, and instrumental skills. In Pre-School, daily experiences emphasize aesthetic expression and appreciation for art and music. In Elementary, art is taught by specialists and the recorder is introduced in third grade; seventh and eighth graders participate in Art and Music as part of the program.

Cultural & Language
English is the primary language of instruction across grades, with English used daily in Pre-School. Spanish and Social Studies instruction follow Ministry of Education guidelines. SERAN is a bilingual school that develops strong English and Spanish communication skills.

Social & Hobbies
Twice-weekly physical education classes teach basic gross motor skills and teamwork. All seventh and eighth graders participate in Art, Music, Physical Education, and Computer classes. Project-oriented units include library research, videos, and off-campus field trips.

Leadership & Professional
Counselor Services include Educational Psychologists, Career Orientation, and Testing, with Positive Discipline. Orientation and values formation are taught weekly by the high school counselors. The school provides guidance that supports ethical decision-making and personal responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical and emotional well-being are emphasized through regular physical education and a supportive learning environment. The Elementary program highlights character development and strong Christian values. The Pre-School program uses positive guidance to support social and emotional growth.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction across the program. Spanish is taught as part of the curriculum, with Social Studies instruction coordinated through the Ministry of Education guidelines.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary language of instruction. Spanish is taught as part of the curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
ADMISSION PROCESS REQUIREMENTS AND STEPS: Step 1 — Personal reference from two families that have been in SERAN for more than three years. If the family is not from San Pedro Sula, the prior school and the company moving the family must serve as reference. Step 2 — A meeting with both parents present and the Admissions Director. The application form and New Family's Information form need to be completely filled out. Within one week, provide documents: Parents: Proof of Employment; Bank Statement; Commercial Record; Copy of Identification Card or Residency Card if foreign; Copy of first page of Passport if foreign. Students: Original Birth Certificate; Copy of Grade Card(s) from last school(s); Copies of Standardized testing such as MAP Test, IOWA Test of Basic Skills, IOWA Test of Educational Development or others. Step 3 — Admissions Test scheduled; Entrance exam fee paid in Accounting Department; Admissions Test Administered. Step 4 — Post-test conference held with someone from Educational Administration to inform parents of applicant(s) about test results and discuss next steps.
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