Compare Affordable International Schools in Argentina

Instructs in English, Spanish

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees ARS 56,340 - 1,005,960

Type Co-educational

St. Hilda's College is a bilingual day school in Argentina for ages 2–18. It follows a British Cambridge curriculum with a bilingual delivery from Kindergarten through Secondary. Kindergarten emphasizes English language development through bilingual units in Spanish and English, with supplementary art, physical education and music. Primary runs an integrated bilingual program aligned to official standards and supports bilingual literacy from an early age. Secondary provides about 60% of subjects in English; Cambridge International Examinations guide assessment, offering IGCSE in Years 9–10 and AS/A Levels in Years 11–12, with the option of the AICE Diploma. Cambridge exams are recognized by universities locally and internationally. The campus has open spaces, and the arts program offers instrumental study, choir and orchestra, plus theatre productions in English and Spanish. Extracurriculars include oratory, writing, mathematics and singing competitions, EMUN, dance and sports, and inter-school exchanges. Founded in 1912, the school emphasizes Christian values.

Location

Isabel La Católica 1710, Hurlingham, Buenos Aires, Argentina (postal code B1686FKN). The campus is located in the Hurlingham district.

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary; Secondary.

Type

Bilingual day school.

Additional learning support

Counselling program with support and vocational guidance, supervised by a dedicated team. English language support for students entering with lower English proficiency to integrate into the bilingual program. Psychologists and psychopedagogues on staff to support students throughout their schooling.

Country affiliation

Argentina

Religious affiliation

Christian

Application (one-time) fees
- Registration (cuota única de inscripción) charged once at completion of the admission process and non‑refundable except where the school cancels the admission:
- Initial (Sala) — ARS 56,340.00.
- Primary — ARS 75,010.00.
- Secondary — ARS 96,020.00.

Enrollment / matriculation fee (Matrícula)
- The matrícula equals one monthly tuition installment for the course level and is payable in January (due date stated in the contract). The matrícula amounts (standard and reduced if paid via automatic bank debit) are:
- Initial — Sala 2/3/4 years: ARS 83,830.00 (standard) / ARS 80,480.00 (automatic debit).
- Educación Inicial (extended initial level): ARS 99,490.00 / ARS 95,510.00.
- Primary 1º–3º grade: ARS 111,680.00 / ARS 107,210.00.
- Primary 4º–5º grade: ARS 129,100.00 / ARS 123,930.00.
- Primary 6º grade: ARS 143,260.00 / ARS 137,530.00.
- Secondary 1º year: ARS 158,660.00 / ARS 152,310.00.
- Secondary 2º–6º years: ARS 172,610.00 / ARS 165,710.00.
- The matrícula is refundable in full if the family withdraws the registration before the date specified in the contract for that year (contract examples show a mid‑February cutoff) or if the school cancels the registration. The matrícula is not prorated for mid‑year entry.

Tuition (aranceles) — monthly and annual
- Tuition is billed in eleven (11) consecutive monthly installments (February through December), each installment due on the 5th of the month (installments paid by automatic debit follow the bank's debit schedule). The published monthly tuition (standard / automatic debit) matches the matrícula amounts above. Annual tuition (sum of 11 monthly installments) therefore equals monthly amount × 11. Examples:
- Initial — Sala 2/3/4 years: ARS 83,830.00 per month → ARS 922,130.00 per year (standard). ARS 80,480.00 per month → ARS 885,280.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Educación Inicial: ARS 99,490.00 per month → ARS 1,094,390.00 per year (standard). ARS 95,510.00 per month → ARS 1,050,610.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Primary 1º–3º: ARS 111,680.00 per month → ARS 1,228,480.00 per year (standard). ARS 107,210.00 per month → ARS 1,179,310.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Primary 4º–5º: ARS 129,100.00 per month → ARS 1,420,100.00 per year (standard). ARS 123,930.00 per month → ARS 1,363,230.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Primary 6º: ARS 143,260.00 per month → ARS 1,575,860.00 per year (standard). ARS 137,530.00 per month → ARS 1,512,830.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Secondary 1º year: ARS 158,660.00 per month → ARS 1,745,260.00 per year (standard). ARS 152,310.00 per month → ARS 1,675,410.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Secondary 2º–6º: ARS 172,610.00 per month → ARS 1,898,710.00 per year (standard). ARS 165,710.00 per month → ARS 1,822,810.00 per year (automatic debit).
- Tuition invoices are generated monthly; the educational contract is annual and monthly installments remain due even if the pupil leaves during the year (no proration of previously invoiced months).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition (aranceles) is invoiced in 11 monthly installments from February through December, due on the 5th of each month when paid by bank deposit/transfer.
- If paid by automatic debit in the linked bank account, the debit schedule may show a due/debit date that operates (per contract) on the 7th of the month; reduced amounts for matrícula/arancel apply when debit automatic is used.
- Late payment generates administrative charges calculated on the active 30‑day discount rate in pesos charged by the Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires; prolonged arrears may suspend discounts and may condition continuation of certain activities or school services.
- Sibling discount schedule (applies where same billing account holder is responsible for multiple children): first sibling 20%; second sibling 40%; third sibling 60%; fourth sibling 80%; fifth sibling 100% (subject to on‑time payment conditions).

Boarding
- St. Hilda's College does not publish boarding fees; the school presents itself as a day school and the contract and fee schedules make no provision for boarding charges.

Other costs and optional charges
- Mandatory or occasional additional charges that may be invoiced when applicable:
- Educational scholarship insurance (covers matrícula and tuition in case of insured parent's death or total permanent disability): ARS 2,540.00 per pupil per month (value referenced as of January 2023).
- Extracurricular workshops (music, sports): optional; fees announced when activity is scheduled.
- Lunch / catering: optional; price announced at start of the year (different modalities available).
- International exam fees (Cambridge IGCSE, AS/A level and related diplomas): charged when applicable; examples given for reference in earlier contract years (values quoted in pesos and USD for 2022/2023 examples).
- Study trips, camps and representation trips: optional; costs announced at time of each activity.
- Didactic materials (books, workbooks): mandatory; costs announced but capped so they do not exceed 15% of the monthly tuition without discounts.
- School photos and other optional services: charged when offered.
- Damages or loss of school property (books, computers, etc.) are charged to the family at replacement cost.

Refunds and cancellations
- Registration fee (cuota única de inscripción) is charged once and is non‑refundable except where the school exercises its admission cancellation right within the first year.
- Matrícula (enrollment payment) is refundable in full if the family withdraws before the contractual cutoff date set each year (contracts give a mid‑February deadline as the applicable example) or if the school cancels the registration.
- Monthly tuition already billed remains due for the contract year; the contract clarifies that the service agreement is annual and obligations persist even if the pupil stops attending.

Accepted payment methods and details
- Bank deposit / transfer to Asociación Civil Colegio Santa Hilda (CUIT 30‑52922615‑9) in the following accounts:
- Banco Santander Río: Account Nº 091‑000024/6 — CBU 0720091520000000002468 — Alias: MENTA.TEMPLO.NORTE.
- Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires: Account Nº 116‑4250‑5 — CBU 0070250020000000116451 — Alias: LIMON.HOMBRO.JARRA.
- Automatic bank debit (direct debit) is available; families must sign the adhesion form available from the Administration. Automatic debit gives a reduced fee option for matrícula and arancel as shown above and debits operate on the bank's schedule (contract notes debit date as the 7th when processed via this system).
- The contract also allows for other payment modalities defined by the Administration; specific card payment acceptance is not enumerated in the contract excerpt.
- The school invoices monthly and payments via the indicated bank accounts are due on the invoice due date.

Curriculum

The school teaches a bilingual curriculum from Kindergarten through Secondary. Kindergarten focuses on English language development through bilingual units planned in Spanish and English, with supplementary art, physical education and music. Primary implements an integrated bilingual program that meets official national standards and supports literacy in both languages from an early age. Secondary provides about 60% of subjects in English; Cambridge International Examinations guide assessment, with IGCSE in Years 9–10 and AS/A Levels in Years 11–12 (AICE Diploma optional). Cambridge exams are recognized by universities locally and internationally.

Exam Results

Cambridge distinctions at St. Hilda's College include Top in the World and Top in Argentina honors across AS, A Level and IGCSE in 2021–2022, plus High Achievement awards and Best Across the Cambridge AICE Diploma. In 2021, students earned Top in the World AS History and Top in Argentina AS Global Perspectives, with multiple High Achievements across subjects and Best Across Four Cambridge AS Levels. The school has a history of Cambridge recognition with high achievements across many years, including 2019–2018 and beyond.

Higher Education Progression

Cambridge qualifications are widely recognized by universities worldwide, with more than 600 universities accepting AS and A Level results; examples include major universities in the United States and the United Kingdom. In the Argentina context, Cambridge certificates are increasingly recognized by local universities, and Cambridge reports note that admissions tutors regard Cambridge programs as excellent preparation for university.

Gifted and Talented

Extracurricular enrichment includes competitions in Oratory, Writing, Mathematics and Singing, festivals in Choir and Art, EMUN (Model ESSARP United Nations) and other activities, all contributing to a broadened educational experience.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Counselling Programme for students focuses on personal and social development, with support and vocational orientation under the supervision of a professional team. The programme promotes ethical behavior in line with Christian values. It emphasizes guidance for a meaningful life, self-knowledge and personal growth.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Special support classes exist for new students whose English level is not as advanced as their peers, helping them reach the required level to integrate into the bilingual programme. A team of psychologists and learning specialists accompanies pupils throughout their schooling.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

New students with English as an additional language receive targeted support to reach the level required to participate in the bilingual programme. The school offers a bilingual curriculum and supports students to work confidently and effectively in English.

Mental Wellbeing

A professional team of psychologists and learning specialists accompanies pupils throughout their schooling, supporting mental wellbeing and personal development.

Safeguarding

Counselling Programme provides safeguarding through professional supervision and emphasizes ethical behavior in line with Christian values.

Admissions

Admissions welcomes you to the admissions process. We are pleased to welcome new families to our college so they can see for themselves the richness of our educational offering. Our community works hard to provide students with a learning environment that is engaging and dynamic, embracing the pioneering spirit our founders demonstrated more than 114 years ago. The challenges of the global situation have enriched the educational offering by incorporating tools that complement daily learning. You are invited to see the St. Hilda's community in action by scheduling an informational interview. Inquiries; Apply to St. Hilda's; Scholarship Program; Download Brochure; Refer a Family. For information about St.

Scholarships

The St. Hilda's Scholarship is intended for students with academic, artistic or athletic potential whose conduct aligns with the school's convivencia code and whose families require assistance with tuition and fees. The scholarship consists of a 50% discount on tuition and monthly school fees, not combinable with other discounts. The recipient may participate in all school and extracurricular activities offered by St. Hilda's. Applicants may be prospective entrants or current students starting in the fourth grade, and the benefit may be maintained through the last year of secondary, provided year-by-year the conditions are met. Applications are received digitally during September. Send attachments I and II in a single PDF to ewinter@sthildas.esc.edu.ar.

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Lincoln School - Buenos Aires

Instructs in English, Spanish

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees ARS 16,600 - 34,240

Pupils 617

Type Co-educational

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.

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.

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.

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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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]

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.

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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Colegio El Buen Ayre

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees ARS 400 - 1,000

Type Girls School

Colegio El Buen Ayre is a bilingual girls' school located in Beccar, Buenos Aires Province. Part of the APDES educational network, the school provides personalised education with Christian inspiration from kindergarten through secondary. The bilingual programme emphasises English-language development alongside the Argentine national curriculum. The school features spacious grounds with natural surroundings, sports fields, and a strong focus on character formation, community service, and leadership.

Location

Av. Uruguay 2820, Beccar, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. Set in spacious natural surroundings with sports fields and outdoor areas.

Stages

Kindergarten (ages 3-5), Primary (ages 6-12), and Secondary (ages 13-18).

Type

Girls' day school offering bilingual education as part of the APDES Catholic educational network.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Predominantly Argentine students from the northern suburbs of Buenos Aires.

Additional learning support

The school provides personalised support for students through its educational team, with tutoring and guidance available.

Country affiliation

Argentina. Part of the APDES network with schools across Buenos Aires, Pilar, Cordoba, Mendoza, Rosario, Tucuman, and La Plata.

Religious affiliation

Christian inspiration. The school develops virtues grounded in faith, fostering joy, solidarity, generosity, and truth-seeking.

School day structure

Full-day programme with morning academic classes and afternoon sports, arts, and additional activities.

Bus service

Private transport services are available through third-party providers. Contact the school for details.

Boarding Arrangements

Colegio El Buen Ayre is a day school and does not offer boarding.

Uniform Requirement

Students are required to wear a school uniform.

Food Options

Contact the school for information on canteen and lunch services.

House System

The school uses a pastoral care and tutor system for student guidance and community building.

Governance and Ownership

Operated by APDES (Asociacion para la Promocion de la Educacion y el Saber), a network of Catholic-inspired schools in Argentina.

Curriculum

The school follows the Argentine national curriculum with a bilingual programme in English. The INNOVATE programme develops communicative, emotional, social, and critical thinking competencies through active learning methodologies.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class sizes are typically around 25 students, with personalised attention a core principle.

Exam Results

Students sit Argentine national examinations and international English-language assessments.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates proceed to Argentine universities and some pursue international higher education opportunities.

Gifted and Talented

The INNOVATE programme provides enrichment through competency-based challenges and creative problem-solving.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Personal formation is central to the APDES approach, with the INNOVATE programme developing emotional and social competencies alongside academic skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Personalised learning support is available. Contact the school for details on provisions for specific learning needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

As a bilingual school, English support is embedded in the curriculum for all students.

Mental Wellbeing

Pastoral care, spiritual formation, and the school's values-based community support student wellbeing.

Safeguarding

The school follows Argentine child protection regulations and APDES network safeguarding policies.

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St. John's School - Sede Martínez

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees ARS 257,760

Type Co-educational

St. John's School is a private bilingual, nonprofit foundation serving ages 2 to 18 across four campuses: Pilar, Martínez, Beccar and Escobar. The curriculum blends the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a bespoke program, delivering academic formation plus integral development across arts, science, sports, and social skills. Students graduate fluent in English and Spanish with French as a third language, supporting a multicultural, global outlook. The school emphasizes bilingual progression: Kinder builds confidence and independence; Primary fosters curiosity and clarity; Secondary develops creative thinking and tailored orientations. In Primary, science and social studies are taught in English in the final three years to reinforce bilingual aims. Facilities include solar energy self-sufficiency, aligning with environmental responsibility. Extracurriculars stress sport, creativity, and global citizenship, while clubs highlight scientific study, artistic formation, and bilingual culture. This comprehensive program prepares students for national and international university study while cultivating responsible, well-rounded individuals and communities.

Location

Three campuses in the north zone of Buenos Aires: Martínez (General Pueyrdón 1499), Beccar (España 348/370), and Pilar (Panamericana Km 48.80). The north zone is served by campuses in Martínez, Beccar, and Pilar. The school operates as a private bilingual institution serving the Buenos Aires metropolitan area.

Stages

Kinder (ages 2–5), Primary, and Secondary (1st–6th year), with a bilingual model across all campuses. In the final years of Primary, subjects such as Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies are taught in English; in Secondary, students may take the Cambridge IGCSE in Year 4 and the IB Diploma in Year 6.

Type

Private bilingual school; nonprofit foundation.

Additional learning support

A psychopedagogical department provides case-by-case support with personalized assistance to help students overcome challenges.

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding facilities: Day (no overnight housing).

Food Options

There is a kitchen and dining room on campus.

House System

Students are grouped into four Houses for inter-house competitions within the school.

Governance and Ownership

Owned by Fundación Escuelas San Juan (private foundation).

Fees overview

The school does not publish a public, itemised fee schedule with specific amounts for the current academic year. The admissions process and printed brochure describe the enrolment procedure and school levels, but numeric application, tuition and boarding charges are not available in publicly posted materials.

Application fees

- Parents complete a Solicitud de Admisión (admissions application) and participate in an admissions interview and administrative process. The school's publicly posted admissions information does not list a published application or registration fee amount or whether a non‑refundable application charge is collected.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year group)

- Specific tuition amounts by year group and per term are not published in the school's public materials. No public schedule listing per‑term, per‑semester or annual fees by grade or campus is available. Parents receive the complete numeric fee schedule as part of the formal admissions/registration documentation.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A detailed billing schedule (due dates, number of instalments, early‑payment discounts, late penalties, and conditions for sibling discounts or other concessions) is not published publicly. The school's admissions documentation indicates an administrative enrolment process and submission of required forms but does not publish the payment calendar or negotiated payment programs in its public pages.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school's campus information and brochure describe multiple day campuses (Pilar, Martínez/Beccar, Puertos del Lago) and the programmes offered; there is no publicly posted description of boarding (internado) facilities or boarding fees. There is no evidence in the public materials that the school operates a boarding programme.

Other costs and compulsory extras

- The school's public brochure and admissions material do not list specific amounts for uniforms, textbooks, learning materials, transport, school lunches, extracurricular activity fees, or optional programme fees. Those cost items are typically included or itemised in the school's formal fee statement provided to enrolled families, but no itemised public price list is available.

Refund information

- No publicly posted refund policy or detailed rules on refunds (for withdrawal before term start, mid‑year withdrawal, or cancellation of enrolment) was found in the school's public materials. Refund terms are not listed in the brochure or the admissions pages available publicly.

Fee payment options

- The publicly available admissions and brochure materials do not publish a list of accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card, direct debit, cheques or online payment portals). Payment methods and any bank or billing details are provided to families through the school's administrative/financial office during the registration and billing process.

Summary of findings (what was checked and what is missing)

- Reviewed the school's public admissions pages, campus/contact pages and the institutional brochure. These materials describe the admissions procedure, campuses and academic programmes but do not include an itemised public fee schedule with numeric amounts, nor do they publish billing calendars, payment methods, boarding fees, uniform/textbook prices or refund policy language. As a result, specific numbers for application fees, per‑term or per‑year tuition by year group, boarding charges, and formal refund terms cannot be provided from publicly available materials.

Curriculum

St. John's provides a solid academic formation with integral development across academics, arts, science, sports, and social skills. By graduation, students master both English and Spanish for communication and study or work, with French as a third language, supporting a multicultural, global outlook. The program emphasizes bilingual education with a progression: Kinder develops confidence, independence and self-esteem; Primary fosters curiosity and intellectual clarity; Secondary develops creative thinking and offers different orientations to boost individual abilities. In Primary, science and social studies are taught in English during the final three years to support bilingual aims. The school operates on four campuses: Pilar, Martínez, Beccar, and Escobar.

Higher Education Progression

The school maintains agreements and cooperation with major English-speaking educational institutions and national private universities for direct admission. It offers International Examinations including the IB Diploma and the French Alliance; graduates can take DELF, BEC, and TOEFL tests to demonstrate language proficiency. Partner universities include Universidad de San Andrés (direct admission for top students), Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, and Universidad Austral for streamlined entry or scholarships.

Admissions

St. John's is a bilingual school with English and Spanish instruction, and French is offered as a third language. 1. Contact the admissions office by submitting the online form. The admissions secretary will contact you to arrange a meeting with the heads of sector and the admissions officer at the branch you wish to attend, and you will be shown around the premises and receive information on programs and administration. For families living abroad, the interview is arranged by email; bring your child's present school's study plans to the meeting. 2. Administration: An admissions form for each child must be filled and returned to the admissions secretary within two weeks, together with copies of required documents. If these forms are not submitted, the reserved vacancies will be offered to another family. All families must go through the complete admissions process; participating in the admissions process does not grant rights. 3. Evaluation: After the admissions forms are completed and a vacancy is confirmed, the admissions secretary will coordinate a date for an educational psychologist to evaluate the candidate. On the day, provide copies of the following: for K4, K5 and 1st grade, a photocopy of the child's kindergarten report; for 2nd grade onward, photocopies of Spanish and English report cards and copybooks or folders; K2 and K3 do not require an admittance evaluation. After the tests have been analyzed, parents will have an interview with feedback; if the result is satisfactory, the process moves on to fulfill the administrative requirements. The school operates at multiple campuses and each branch has its own admissions contacts.

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Bartolomé Mitre Day School

Instructs in English, Spanish

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees ARS 365,486 - 985,710

Pupils 300

Type Co-educational

Bartolomé Mitre Day School is a private bilingual institution in Argentina with two campuses offering Early Childhood, Primary, and Secondary, Moreno and General Rodríguez, serving ages 2 to 18. It offers a six-year secondary program with an Economics and Administration orientation, taught bilingually in English and Spanish, and approved by the Buenos Aires Province Ministry of Education. A portion of subjects are taught in English. Students prepare for Cambridge ESOL, IGCSE, and AS/A Level examinations, with options for ICE and AICE diplomas. In Year 4, students may participate in an English immersion exchange with St. Bedes College in England. The program emphasizes project-based learning, language development, and interdisciplinary study, and includes participation in Mathematics and Chemistry Olympiads and a Science Fair. Sports include swimming, water polo, hockey, football, and handball, with national tournaments. Facilities include dining halls, a Mediateca, transport, and learning spaces. Extracurriculars span arts, literature, also horticulture, chess.

Location

Reverendo Padre Fahy 1402, Moreno, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina

Stages

Initial level, Primary level, and Secondary level

Type

Private bilingual school

Country affiliation

Argentina

School day structure

Full-day schedule at both campuses. Initial level includes 2-, 3-, 4-year-olds in half-day sessions and 5-year-olds in a full-day session; Primary and Secondary operate on a full-day schedule as part of the bilingual program.

Bus service

A bus/transport service is available; for details contact the Admissions Office.

Application / Registration fee (Matrícula)
- The school charges a matrícula (registration/application) for enrollment. The available arancel proposal states the matrícula will be billed in the months of October–December preceding the next academic year; the document does not specify the exact monetary amount.

Tuition fees by year group (billing format and amounts shown)
- Billing format: tuition is billed as 10 equal monthly installments (one installment each month from March through December). In addition the school charges one extra monthly amount described as a "maintenance" fee equal to one monthly installment; that maintenance fee is collected by halves in June and July. Annual cost therefore equals 11 monthly payments (10 monthly installments + 1 maintenance installment).

- Nursery / Kindergarten (Jardín de Infantes):
- Sala de 2, 3 y 4 años: ARS 33,226 per monthly installment (paid as 10 installments March–December). Annual total (10 installments + maintenance = 11 payments): ARS 365,486.
- Sala de 5 años: ARS 74,936 per monthly installment. Annual total (11 payments): ARS 824,296.

- Primary (Primaria):
- Grades 1–5: ARS 74,936 per monthly installment. Annual total (11 payments): ARS 824,296.
- Grade 6: ARS 79,850 per monthly installment. Annual total (11 payments): ARS 878,350.

- Secondary (Secundaria):
- Per-month installment: ARS 89,610. Annual total (11 payments): ARS 985,710.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment schedule: ten monthly installments charged March through December; maintenance fee equal to one monthly installment collected in two halves in June and July. Due date window for monthly payments is from the 1st to the 10th of each month.
- Late-payment charges: a 10% surcharge applies to installments paid after the due date; if a payment remains unpaid by the first day of the following month an additional punitive interest of 6% per month (cumulative) is applied.

Boarding / Accommodation fees
- The institution is a Day School (Bartolomé Mitre Day School); there is no boarding program listed. No boarding or pension fees are published.

Other costs and fees
- Maintenance fee: one extra monthly installment (equal to a regular monthly installment) charged across June and July by halves; this is billed in addition to the 10 monthly installments. Annual totals above include this maintenance installment.
- Uniforms, textbooks, school materials, activity excursions, external examination fees, extracurricular program fees, and optional extended-day services are not itemized in the publicly available arancel proposal; these additional costs may apply but no explicit amounts or payment rules for them are published in the available document.

Refunds and cancellations
- The available arancel proposal does not specify a refund or cancellation policy for tuition, matrícula, maintenance fee, or other charges. No refund amounts or conditions are published in the material located.

Fee payment options
- The arancel proposal and the publicly viewable school pages list payment timing, installment counts and penalties but do not publish specific accepted payment channels (for example: bank transfer, credit card, online payment platforms). Payment channels and accepted methods are not specified in the available documents.

Brief note on recency and available information
- The numeric tuition amounts and the billing rules provided above are taken from the school's arancel proposal document labeled "Propuesta Arancelaria 2023," which presents the fee structure (10 monthly installments, maintenance fee, due dates, late charges) and explicit per-installment amounts for the items listed. That document is the most recent public fee schedule located during the review; a complete, itemized fee schedule expressly labelled for the current academic year was not found publicly. Where specific items (matrícula amount, uniform costs, accepted payment channels, refund policy language) are not stated in the available document, they are reported above as not specified.

Curriculum

The school has a six-year secondary program with an Economics and Administration orientation and a bilingual English–Spanish curriculum approved by the Buenos Aires Province Ministry of Education. A large percentage of subjects are taught in English. The program prepares students to take Cambridge exams ESOL, IGCSE, and AS/A Level, with the possibility of earning the ICE and AICE diplomas. In Year 4, students may participate in an English-immersion course at St. Bedes College in England, sharing classes and recreational activities with peers from around the world. The school also provides participation in the National Mathematics and Chemistry Olympiads and maintains a sports program including swimming, water polo, hockey, football, and handball, with regional and national tournaments. Vocational guidance includes university visits, formal and informal talks with professionals and graduates, and the involvement of the Centro D'Alfonso to help sixth-year students design their career and life project.

Exam Results

APRENDER 2017 results show 91% of sixth-year students achieved a satisfactory or advanced level; Natural Sciences 98%; Language 97%; Social Sciences 100%.

Higher Education Progression

The school provides vocational guidance through university visits, formal and informal talks with professionals and graduates, and the Centro D'Alfonso to help sixth-year students plan their career and life project for university entry.

Gifted and Talented

The school offers an International Exams program, Cambridge awards, and study trips to Scotland and England.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

In the early years, children are accompanied by bilingual teachers who complement the family's educational role across different pedagogical areas. In the learning process, using creative play as the main teaching resource, we promote the acquisition of meaningful knowledge, respecting each child's individuality and stimulating the development of their potential. To stimulate creative capacity we introduce reading, writing and arithmetic, integrating cultural traditions and fostering verbal and nonverbal expression. We ensure at all times to promote attitudes of solidarity and willingness to dialogue. Our purpose—in community with students, families, and staff teams—is that in this stage the child forms bonds of affection and trust, bonds that give him or her security and a desire to learn. Strengthening Bonds: We are convinced that by stimulating the ability to empathize with others as someone different, we encourage our students from an early age to care for themselves and others, both physically and intellectually and morally, contributing to the formation of reflective, compassionate, responsible, and autonomous people.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

In the early years, children are accompanied by bilingual teachers. The secondary level has a bilingual English–Spanish plan approved by the Ministry of Education of Buenos Aires Province, with a large percentage of subjects taught in English. Students prepare for Cambridge ESOL, IGCSE, and AS/A Level examinations, with the possibility of earning the ICE (International Certificate of Education) and the AICE (Advanced International Certificate of Education). In the fourth year, students may participate in an English immersion course at St. Bede's College in England, where they share classes and recreational activities with students from around the world.

Mental Wellbeing

The school is a place where every student can explore, reflect, experiment, and acquire the knowledge, confidence, and security needed to behave freely and responsibly in the world. The aim is that students form bonds of affection and trust, providing them with self‑assurance and a desire to learn. The school strengthens students' competencies to become creative, reflective, compassionate, responsible, and autonomous individuals. It also promotes solidarity and dialogue as essential attitudes in daily life.

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