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Instructs in Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese
Fees Unlisted
Ages 1 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1997
Bus Service No
Estela María Irrera de Pallaro
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Italian, Portuguese
Strengths STEM
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Northern International School is an IB World School in Pilar, Argentina, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Cambridge IGCSE for students from ages 1 to 18. The school serves Inicial (early years), Primaria (primary) and Secundario (secondary), providing a continuous, internationally oriented education from early childhood through adolescence. Founded in 1997 by Estela María Irrera de Pallaro, the eight-hectare campus was established to provide a rigorous and practical learning environment for families seeking a high-quality lifestyle and education for their children. The facilities include science and information technology laboratories, a reference library, a multipurpose room, and bright, spacious classrooms designed to support diverse teaching methods and student collaboration. The school's long-standing commitment to inquiry-based learning, combined with Cambridge IGCSE for secondary studies, equips students with skills for further study and global opportunities while rooted in the Argentine context. The school emphasizes inquiry, collaboration, and practical learning for students today.
Ruta 8 Km 61.5, B1633 Fatima, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Essentials
Northern International School has instruction in Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese.
Location
Ruta 8 Km 61,5, Pilar, C.P. 1633, Argentina
Stages
Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary
Country affiliation
Argentina
Fees
Application / enrollment (matrícula) fees - Nivel Inicial (Sala 1–2 años): ARS 246,180. - Nivel Inicial (Sala 3): ARS 256,030. - Nivel Inicial (Sala 4 y 5 años / Preescolar): ARS 440,380. - Educación Primaria (1° a 3°): ARS 584,900. - Educación Primaria (4° a 6°): ARS 608,300. - Educación Secundaria (1° a 3°): ARS 737,480. - Educación Secundaria (4° a 6°): ARS 896,030.
Tuition fees (cuota) — amounts by year group (per monthly cuota) - Sala de 1 año: ARS 366,800 per cuota. - Sala de 2 años: ARS 366,800 per cuota. - Sala de 3 años: ARS 381,500 per cuota. - Sala de 4 años: ARS 655,550 per cuota. - Preescolar: ARS 655,550 per cuota. - 1° grado (Primaria): ARS 870,450 per cuota. - 2° grado (Primaria): ARS 870,450 per cuota. - 3° grado (Primaria): ARS 870,450 per cuota. - 4° grado (Primaria): ARS 905,300 per cuota. - 5° grado (Primaria): ARS 905,300 per cuota. - 6° grado (Primaria): ARS 905,300 per cuota. - 1° año (Secundario): ARS 1,097,450 per cuota. - 2° año (Secundario): ARS 1,097,450 per cuota. - 3° año (Secundario): ARS 1,097,450 per cuota. - 4° año (Secundario): ARS 1,333,200 per cuota. - 5° año (Secundario): ARS 1,333,200 per cuota. - 6° año (Secundario): ARS 1,333,200 per cuota.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's tuition is billed as an annual contract and invoiced in 10 monthly installments (March through December). Due dates operate between the 1st and the 5th of each month. - The monthly tuition amounts above are expressed as a single indivisible teaching fee; absences do not alter the fee amount. Interest and administrative charges apply for late payments; the stated interest rate applied for arrears equals the Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires rate for unauthorized overdrafts, and additional “administrative costs” may be invoiced for collection actions. Sustained arrears may result in conditioning participation in certain non‑educational activities and the loss of any previously agreed discounts.
Boarding / accommodation fees - No boarding program or boarding fees are listed. The school provides a meal service (vianda or comedor) for which a separate monthly charge applies; the cost of meal service is communicated before the start of classes and is billed monthly.
Other costs and fees - International examination fees (obligatory) are not included in the monthly tuition and are charged separately; the currency, payment method and amounts for those exams are communicated when set by the examining body. - Optional activities — day trips, intercultural/national or international travel, extracurricular activities, contests and certain school representations — are charged separately and require prior payment for participation. - Administrative charges may be invoiced for actions related to overdue accounts. Meal/comedor charges are invoiced monthly and are separate from tuition. - Uniforms and personal school supplies are additional costs to be borne by parents; these are not included within the tuition cuotas. (Parents should budget for uniform and supply purchases in addition to the fees above.)
Refund and cancellation rules - Payment of the full matrícula/enrolment fee is a condition for definitive matriculation. Enrollment payments that are cancelled by the parent before the school's published cutoff date for revocation are refunded in full; the school's published policy for the prior cycle allowed full refund of amounts paid in concept of matrícula if cancellation was made by a stated date in November of the preceding year and provided that the school did not itself cancel the vacancy. Parents may also revoke acceptance without charge within a brief statutory window after acceptance (the policy previously specified a 10‑day revocation period). Late cancellation and other cases are governed by the school's contract terms, and outstanding tuition obligations may affect re‑enrolment.
Fee payment options - Debit automatic (direct debit from a bank account) is the primary payment method for tuition; families are asked to set up automatic debit with administration. Payments can also be made by deposit at Banco Supervielle (Agency Nº 26) or at any bank branch, using the details given by the school; parents must send a copy of the deposit within 48 hours when paying at a branch. E‑cheq payments must be issued in the name of “NORTHERN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL S.R.L.”. Physical checks are not accepted by the Administration. If payment is made by bank transfer or deposit, parents must send a scanned receipt by email to admnorthern@intschools.org so the receipt can be properly recorded.
Notes: The figures above are expressed in Argentine pesos (ARS) and reflect the school's published enrollment fees and the current per‑cuota tuition schedule as provided in the school's published fee materials.
Academics
Northern International School teaches IB (PYP), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The school is an IB World School. It serves Inicial (early years), Primaria (primary), and Secundario (secondary) levels.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school opened its doors in 1997 on an eight-hectare site in Pilar.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The founder, Professor Estela María Irrera de Pallaro, aims to offer a high-quality education for families seeking a better lifestyle for themselves and their children.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has science and computer laboratories, a reference library, a multipurpose room, and spacious, bright classrooms.
Mental Wellbeing
To make human existence meaningful, one must find meaning in life.
Admissions
Admissions
Opened in 1997 on an eight‑hectare site in Pilar. Its founder, Professor Estela María Irrera de Pallaro, aims to offer a high‑quality education to families in search of a better quality of life for themselves and their children. The school has science and IT laboratories, a reference library, a multipurpose room, and spacious, bright classrooms. Islands International School — Amenábar 1840, CP 1428 CABA. Reception: +54 11 5825-5987; +54 11 4787-2294. Admissions: +54 11 6182-8899. Virrey del Pino 2245, CP 1426 CABA. Reception: +54 11 4787-3936; +54 11 4784-6434. Admissions: +54 11 6182-8899. Southern International School — Au. Buenos Aires - La Plata Km 33,5, CP 1884 Berazategui. Reception: +54 11 4556-6091. Administration: +54 11 6194-3036. Admissions: +54 11 6184-5920. Northern International School — Ruta 8 Km 61,5, CP 1633 Pilar. Reception: 0230 44 91208. Admissions: +54 11 6184-6215. YouTube; Instagram; Facebook.
FAQs
What type of school is Northern International School?
Northern International School is an IB World School in Pilar, Argentina, offering the IB Primary Years Programme and Cambridge IGCSE for students from ages 1 to 18.
Where is the school located?
The school is located on an eight-hectare campus at Ruta 8 Km 61.5, Pilar, Argentina.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The school follows the IB Primary Years Programme and Cambridge IGCSE, providing an internationally oriented education from early childhood through secondary.
How much are the fees?
Monthly tuition ranges from approximately ARS 366,800 for the youngest students to ARS 1,422,803 for upper secondary. Enrollment fees (matrícula) range from ARS 246,180 to ARS 896,030 depending on level.
What levels does the school offer?
The school serves Inicial (early years from age 1), Primaria (primary), and Secundario (secondary) levels, providing a continuous education through to age 18.
What facilities does the campus have?
The eight-hectare campus includes science and information technology laboratories, a reference library, a multipurpose room, and spacious, bright classrooms.
When was the school founded?
Northern International School was founded in 1997 by Professor Estela María Irrera de Pallaro, who established it to offer a rigorous and practical learning environment for families in Pilar.
Is the school bilingual?
Yes, the school provides multilingual and international education with the aim of forming global students equipped with intercultural competencies for a rapidly changing world.
Who is the head of school?
The school was founded by and is led by Professor Estela María Irrera de Pallaro, who also founded Islands International School.
How do I apply?
Contact the school directly for admissions information. The school is open to families seeking a high-quality international education in the Pilar area.
