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Uruguayan American School

Uruguay, Montevideo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 340
Type Co-educational
Opened 1958
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 9
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Secondary School
Introduction

Uruguayan American School (UAS) is a private, college-preparatory day school in Montevideo, founded in 1958 to promote intercultural understanding through a U.S.-style education in Uruguay. The curriculum blends the American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standards with the U.S. Common Core, delivered in English in Early Childhood and Elementary, while Spanish Language and Social Studies follow the Uruguayan ANEP-DGEIP framework. An optional Uruguayan Program (UP) through Grade 6 provides an integrated, inquiry-based track in Spanish that yields both U.S. and Uruguayan diplomas and Mercosur transcript recognition. In Secondary, Grades 9–10 use a U.S. curriculum, and Grades 11–12 offer the International Baccalaureate, with three diplomas available: U.S. High School Diploma, Uruguayan Diploma, and IB Diploma. UAS is NEASC-accredited in the United States and ANEP-accredited in Uruguay, and the IB Diploma Program is offered. The three-hectare Carrasco campus houses a large library with more than 19,000 books, four science laboratories, a Design Lab, multiple computer labs, two gymnasiums, a fitness center, outdoor fields, an auditorium, and airy, air-conditioned classrooms. The school serves a diverse, 35+ nationalities with strong language offerings including German and French.

Saldún de Rodríguez 2375, Montevideo, Uruguay

The Essentials

Uruguayan American School has 340 pupils, typical class sizes of 9, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Saldún de Rodríguez 2375, Montevideo, Uruguay.

Stages
Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school enrolls approximately 340 students across these levels.

Type
An international co-educational school offering three diploma pathways: USA, Uruguay, and International Baccalaureate (IB).

Pupil Nationality Mix
Uruguayan 29%; United States 25%; Argentine 9%; Brazilian 7%; Other 30%. Local to international mix: 29% local, 71% international.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Uruguayan American School is a private college preparatory day school; boarding is not offered.

Uniform Requirement
All UAS Elementary students from Pre-Nursery through 5th grade wear the UAS Uniform to school daily; Secondary students from grades 6-12 dress respectfully but do not have a uniform; Uniforms are purchased from Cecilia Chiarino Uniforms.

Food Options
The cafeteria offers a complete, nutritious daily menu with a main or vegetarian main, vegetables, dessert, and beverages; students may bring lunch; special dietary requirements can be accommodated via email; meals can be paid by bank transfer or cash.

Governance and Ownership
The Uruguayan American School is a private, non-profit Civil Association governed by an assembly of active members and a volunteer Board of Governors; Board members serve three-year terms and the Board hires the Director.
Fees
Application fees
- No public, fixed application or registration fee amount is published for Uruguayan American School. Application fee amounts, any one-time registration or enrollment deposits, and whether they are refundable are provided directly to families by Admissions at the time of application or offer.

Tuition fees by year group (per term and per year)
- The school does not publish a public fee schedule showing tuition by grade, term, or academic year for 2026/27 or 2025/26. Specific tuition amounts for each year group and any termly or annual breakdowns are issued to families through the Admissions or Finance office when a student applies or is accepted.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A detailed billing schedule (for example: number of instalments, due dates per term, late-payment penalties) and the school's payment terms are not published as fixed figures. Billing frequency, due dates and any discount or surcharge policies are communicated with the student's fee statement provided by the school.

Boarding fees
- Uruguayan American School operates as a full-day day school (jornada completa) serving Pre‑Kinder through Grade 12; boarding is not offered and therefore boarding fees do not apply.

Other costs and additional fees
- No public line-by-line amounts are published for other likely costs. Items families should expect to check with Admissions/Finance include, where applicable:
- Uniforms and PE/sports kit.
- Textbooks, classroom consumables and individual learning materials.
- Fees for external examinations (AP, IB, standardized tests) when students register for them.
- Field trips, off‑campus activities, tournaments and travel-related costs for athletics or SAAC events.
- After‑school activities or extracurricular program fees.
- Any student insurance, health or medical coverage charges required by the school.
Specific amounts and whether any of these are included in tuition or billed separately are provided on the school's fee statement.

Refund information and withdrawal policy
- The school's policies on refunds, reimbursements or pro‑rata charges on withdrawal or late arrival are not published as numeric rules. Refund terms and any applicable deadlines or penalties are communicated as part of the enrollment/fee agreement provided to families.

Fee payment options
- The school does not publish a public list of accepted payment methods with amounts and processing details. Payment methods and instructions (for example: bank transfer details, whether credit/debit cards are accepted, local currency versus foreign currency payment, and any fees for card payments) are provided to families by the Finance or Admissions offices when invoicing.

Practical next steps (how families receive fee details)
- Families receive a full, itemized fee schedule and payment terms directly from Admissions or the Finance office at application or upon acceptance; that document contains the exact amounts per grade, any required deposits, billing schedule, payment methods and refund policy. Contact details for Admissions and general enquiries are published for direct communication.

Brief summary of findings
- A public, itemized fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26) is not published on the materials accessible during this search. The school issues specific fee amounts, billing schedules and payment instructions directly to applicants and enrolled families through Admissions/Finance rather than as a publicly posted table of figures. For confirmation of exact amounts, payment deadlines and refund rules for a given year group, request the school's current fee statement from Admissions or the Finance office.
Academics

Uruguayan American School teaches American Curriculum, IB (DP).

Curriculum
UAS uses the AERO Standards (American Education Reaches Out), aligned with the U.S. Common Core and designed for international schools. In Early Childhood and Elementary, core subjects are taught in English (Language Arts, Math, and Science) while Spanish Language and Social Studies are taught in Spanish, aligned with the Uruguayan ANEP-DGEIP curriculum. The Uruguayan Program (UP) is an optional track through Grade 6 that provides an integrated, inquiry-based learning experience; UP courses are delivered in Spanish and allow students to earn both U.S. and Uruguayan diplomas, with the Certificado de Suficiencia Escolar issued at Grade 6 and Mercosur transcript recognition. In Secondary, students study a U.S. curriculum in grades 9–10 and the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in grades 11–12, with three diplomas offered: the U.S. High School Diploma, the Uruguayan Diploma, and the IB Diploma. The UAS High School Diploma is NEASC-accredited; UAS is NEASC-accredited in the United States and ANEP in Uruguay, and the IB Diploma Program is offered at UAS.

Exam Results
In the graduating Class of 2024, 52% earned all three diplomas and 76% earned the IB Bilingual Diploma. The Class of 2024 also shows scholarship outcomes and college admissions data as summarized in the School Profile.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates have pursued higher education at universities worldwide, including Brown University, Duke University, New York University, Stanford University, University of California San Diego, University of Florida, and University College London, among others.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social-Emotional Learning is included in Early Childhood and Elementary as a dedicated specialist class. The curriculum emphasizes holistic development, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. The UAS Learner Profile includes Globally Aware, Creative, and Emotionally Intelligent attributes that guide learning and interaction. Learning units are organized around six transdisciplinary themes that address personal and social health, relationships, and well-being. SEL is reinforced through the Social-Emotional Learning class and related activities across the EC-ES program.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
UAS provides a Student Support Team (SST), a Counselor, and a Learning Specialist to support students with diverse needs. An English Language Learner (ELL) program provides English language acquisition support for non-English-speaking students. MAP Growth assessments (Grades 2–5) and SEA assessments monitor progress and help teachers tailor instruction. The Uruguayan Program (UP) classes are taught in Spanish. The school operates in a bilingual environment with English and Spanish as the two main languages, and many students study Portuguese.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
An English Language Learner (ELL) program provides English language acquisition support. The language of instruction is English in most classes; the Uruguayan Program classes are taught in Spanish. All students study English for four years and a second language for at least three years to earn the American Diploma.

Mental Wellbeing
Social-Emotional Learning is integrated across EC-ES to support emotional and social development. The school provides a Counselor, a Learning Specialist, and a Student Support Team (SST) to support mental wellbeing and learning needs. Ability Awareness, organized by the counselor and the Middle School Student Council, fosters empathy and understanding of people with sensory deficits, developmental disabilities, and chronic conditions. The UAS Learner Profile includes Emotionally Intelligent as an attribute guiding interactions.

Safeguarding
UAS Code of Conduct sets standards of acceptable behavior and protects the rights of students; violations can lead to disciplinary action, including detention, internal or external suspension, or behavioral contracts. There is an Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. The School Nurse and other school specialists (Counselor, Learning Specialist, SST) support student health and safety as part of safeguarding.
Parent Experience

History
Uruguayan American School was founded in Montevideo on April 14, 1958 by Uruguayans and U.S. citizens to promote intercultural understanding between Uruguay and the United States and to provide a U.S.-style education in Uruguay. Initially, the student body consisted mainly of U.S. citizens or Uruguayans whose parents chose this education. The school expanded its programs and grew over time. Today, more than half of the students come from countries other than the United States and Uruguay, with more than 35 nationalities represented among our students.

Community
The UAS community embraces an international student body and active family involvement through regular events. The Parent Support Group coordinates Welcome New Family events, Teacher and Staff Appreciation Day, Thanksgiving Lunch, and other gatherings to foster connections among families and staff. The International Festival brings booths from over 20 countries for a celebration of culture, food, and diversity. The PSG also organizes a Flea Market and supports community service initiatives with local schools and charities such as SOS Fauna Marina, ReachingU, Madres de Cruz, and Fundación MIR.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Support Group (PSG) at UAS serves as a valuable community resource designed to foster collaboration, understanding, and support among parents. It provides a network where parents can share experiences, exchange insights, and assist one another in navigating life within an international school. Members can get involved as volunteers, room parents, grade-level boosters, or PSG committee chairs. The PSG organizes Welcome New Family Events, Teacher and Staff Appreciation Day, and the Thanksgiving Lunch to build community. Other annual events include the International Festival, with booths from more than 20 countries, and a Flea Market, while PSG-supported community service activities partner with local charities such as SOS Fauna Marina, ReachingU, Madres de Cruz, and Fundación MIR.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school sits on a well-maintained three-hectare campus in Carrasco, eastern Montevideo, with 7,100 square meters of building space for Nursery through Secondary School. It includes an elementary wing and a secondary wing, a large library, computer labs, a Design Lab, four modern science labs, two gymnasiums, a fitness center, outdoor sports fields, an auditorium, and a cafeteria. Classrooms are spacious, air-conditioned, and receive ample natural light and are equipped with interactive whiteboards. In 2016, two large flexible learning spaces were added to the Secondary School, creating adaptable learning environments. The campus also features a regulation soccer field, a hard court, and three playground areas; the Early Childhood playground is directly accessible from classrooms and is fenced. Cafeteria offers nutritious daily meals; students may also bring lunch, and meals are billed weekly; dietary restrictions can often be accommodated.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a regulation soccer field and a hard court for outdoor play, with three playground areas. Two large gymnasiums provide space for indoor sports, with one opened in 2021; the gym includes a multipurpose court for basketball, volleyball, and soccer, plus a fully equipped weight room and locker rooms. Swimming is offered for Elementary and Middle School teams at the Carrasco Polo Club pool. UAS participates in interscholastic competition and SAAC events with other international schools in the region.

Academic Facilities
There are four large, modern, purpose-built science laboratories connected by storage and preparation rooms; the labs are equipped with gas lines, fume hoods, sinks, and dedicated lecture and lab areas. A Design Lab supports hands-on, project-based learning. The Media Center houses separate English and Spanish book collections for Elementary and Secondary students, with more than 19,000 books and reading areas, plus access to Apple and PC computers. The Computer Lab contains 36 PC computers with up-to-date software, a laser printer, and a 3D printer, and there are PC and Mac laptop carts and an iPad cart. The auditorium is 225 square meters and seats up to 300 with a stage, lights, and a sound system. Classrooms are spacious, air-conditioned, and feature natural light and interactive whiteboards.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Activities are offered for Early Childhood through High School, featuring a range of options by grade. Examples include Gross Motor Skills, Plastic Arts, Yoga, and Swimming for younger students, with additional activities such as Soccer, Baseball, Karate, Chess, Ballet, WeCode, Robotics (beginner and advanced), French, German, Dance, Pastry, Workshop, Cub Scouts, and Horseback Riding for older students. Schedules and activity grids are provided for each level, and some activities run on weekends as part of ASA.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
UAS follows a U.S., international, and Uruguayan curricular framework. The language of instruction is English, with Spanish language courses and Uruguayan Program courses taught in Spanish. Core subjects—language arts, reading, mathematics, social studies, and science—are taught through engaging, transdisciplinary units that connect across disciplines. The program emphasizes inquiry, collaboration, and reflection, guided by six transdisciplinary themes and the UAS Learner Profile (Globally Aware, Creative, Emotionally Intelligent).

Arts & Creative
Arts and technology are integrated into the curriculum. Integrated Technology, Music, Drama, and Art are offered as specialist classes, with Library and Social-Emotional Learning supporting the arts. Students can take multiple arts and technology electives; the program fosters creativity and self-expression across grades.

Cultural & Language
UAS is a multicultural learning community with students from many nationalities. The high school profile notes long-standing clubs and activities such as National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Student Council, New Student Ambassadors, and Newspaper/Yearbook committees. UAS participates in SAAC competitions with regional international schools, and students travel to SAAC events and MUN conferences. The program offers language studies in German and French as part of its language offerings.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities are offered for Elementary through High School, including soccer, baseball, swimming, volleyball, karate, chess, and more; Middle and High School offer additional options such as basketball, gymnastics, WeCode, robotics (beginner and advanced), and other arts and language activities.

Community & Service
Beyond the classroom, students learn life skills, develop leadership and problem-solving abilities, and participate in community service.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership is supported through organizations such as Student Council, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, and New Student Ambassadors; college and career counseling is provided using Morrisby and BridgeU to help students identify college paths and fit.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Athletics Department promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, competition, and regular physical exercise; teams compete in SAAC and local leagues. The school emphasizes lifelong healthy habits and leadership through sport.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction for core subjects; Spanish language courses and the Uruguayan Program are taught in Spanish. The Uruguayan Program runs Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6, delivering all UP learning activities in Spanish and aligning with the Uruguayan curriculum for Spanish Language and Social Studies.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a bilingual and international learning experience. All classes are taught in English, except Spanish language courses and those that are part of the Uruguayan Program. The Uruguayan Program is available from Pre-K through Grade 6, with core subjects taught in English and Spanish Language and Social Studies taught in Spanish. UP learning activities are delivered in Spanish; UAS teachers are native English-speakers or fully bilingual English and Spanish speakers.

Immersion Programs
Our English immersion approach ensures a rapid and profound acquisition of the language. Language acquisition specialists provide additional support for English language learners.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB World School
ANEP-CEIP authorised (Colegio Habilitado No. 163)
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Process: The Uruguayan American School operates rolling admissions and accepts applications year-round via the online admissions portal. Applications may be submitted up to one year before the anticipated start date to allow planning. Required documents for Nursery through Grade 12 include: passports for both parents and the student; up-to-date health and vaccination records; a USD 150 application fee (one per family); a handwritten student essay for entry into Grades 3–12; teacher and principal recommendations; and school transcripts/report cards for the last two years (in English or Spanish). The Admissions Committee, composed of division principals, counselors, learning support specialists and other educational team members, reviews each application to ensure alignment with UAS's mission, values, and admissions criteria. MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) or ELL (English Language Learner) testing may be requested as part of student assessment.

Waitlist
2) Waitlist: If there is no space available in the requested grade level, qualified applicants are placed on a waiting list.
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