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The Antofagasta British School

Chile, Antofagasta

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Language learning opportunities and multilingual education

Language Provision

Languages taught: English and Spanish. Infant School uses English as the language of instruction, with Spanish used to support learning. Junior School delivers most instruction in English, with Spanish taught as a subject; communications with families occur in both languages. Senior School uses Spanish as the language of instruction, with English developed as a second language; the BI Program supports students whose home language is not Spanish.

Bilingual Teaching

The Antofagasta British School teaches in English and Spanish. In Infant School, the language of instruction is English; Spanish is used to supplement learning. In Middle School, instruction is in Spanish with bilingual teachers guiding students while prioritizing English inside and outside the classroom. In Senior School, Spanish is the language of instruction, with English developed as a second language.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Unlisted
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1100
Type Co-educational
Opened 1918
Bus Service No

The Antofagasta British School is a private, non‑profit IB World School in Chile serving students aged 3 to 18. The school delivers the full IB continuum with a bespoke curriculum. ABS was founded in 1918 to educate children of English immigrants and is governed by the ABS Educational Corporation, a nonprofit formed by parents and guardians. Its campus on Pedro León Gallo Street hosts over 860 students, about 70 teachers and 40 support staff. Infant School offers bilingual education; Junior School uses a bilingual curriculum strengthened by the IB Primary Years Programme. Middle School combines a national curriculum with the IB Middle Years Programme, and Senior School aligns Chilean programs with the IB Diploma Programme, including Extended Essay, TOK and CAS. Extra programs include sports, theatre, dance, graphic design, robotics, journalism and science clubs, plus student leadership through CEAL. The school also emphasizes international mindedness and community engagement for all.

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