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International Schools in San Salvador, El Salvador

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About international schools in San Salvador, El Salvador

International schools in San Salvador are commonly bilingual (English - Spanish) and offer a mix of international programmes - especially American-style curricula, British/Cambridge pathways and the International Baccalaureate - with French and German language options also present at specialist schools. Annual tuition varies widely by age and offering but commonly sits in the mid-to-upper private range (many families should budget in the low five-thousand to mid-five-figure US dollar range for full-year places), with additional charges for registration, transport, meals and extracurriculars. Admissions are usually document- and assessment-based (school records, health forms, placement or language testing) and many schools run waiting lists, so families are advised to contact admissions well ahead of a planned move. Note that the national school calendar for El Salvador begins in early February and runs to December, while some international schools operate an August - June cycle - verify each school’s calendar, language-support provision and transport options when planning relocation.

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At a glance 11 schools · avg fee USD 2,874
Schools listed
11
Curricula
10
Average annual fee
USD 2,874
Fee range
USD 2,772 – 2,976
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (7 schools)
Average school size
1,404 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Colegio Internacional de San Salvador
Oldest
Escuela Americana (1946)
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FAQs for El Salvador

Which curricula and qualifications are available at international schools in San Salvador?
You will commonly find American-style programmes alongside the International Baccalaureate and British/Cambridge offerings; there are also specialist French and German schools and bilingual private schools that combine local and international syllabuses. These different programmes affect assessment style, university pathways and language of instruction, so check which final qualification (for example IB Diploma, A-Levels/IGCSEs or a US high-school diploma) the school awards.
How much should we expect to pay each year?
Tuition varies by school, age and services; published reporting and school guides indicate typical annual ranges from roughly US$5,000 at more modest bilingual private schools up to the low-to-mid-teens of thousands at established British/IB or long-standing American international schools, with extra costs for enrolment fees, uniforms, textbooks, transport and activities. Ask each school for a full fee schedule and a total-cost estimate before deciding.
When should we start the application process?
Many international schools accept applications year-round but have one or two main intakes and limited places, so starting enquiries six to twelve months before your intended start date is common advice. Expect to submit prior school records, immunisation/health forms and to participate in placement tests or language screening; if your child has additional learning needs, inform admissions early so schools can assess capacity to provide appropriate support.
What languages are used for teaching, and is extra language support available?
Most international schools in San Salvador teach primarily in English while maintaining strong Spanish instruction; specialist French or German schools teach in those languages. Many schools offer English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) or Spanish support programmes and will assess language levels at entry to plan support, so confirm what language-support services are available for younger children or late arrivals.
What practical things should relocating families check when comparing schools?
Look for accreditation or recognised international programmes, published school calendars and exam pathways, the scope of language and special-education support, transport routes and sample timetables, plus the detailed fee schedule (including one-off and optional charges). Also request recent parent information packs, ask about student welfare/child-safeguarding policies, and visit if possible to see how classroom language use and pastoral care match your child’s needs.
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