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Clubs Leadership and Professional, Community and Service, Arts and Creative
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Located in Estación Central, Santiago, The Greenland School is an institution founded in 1995 that serves preschool through 8th grade. It offers a bespoke bilingual curriculum with English immersion and instruction in English for the bilingual stream. Early years follow the IEYC, while non-bilingual students access the Sheltered English Learning Programme (SELP) to participate in the bilingual program. The school provides Cambridge certifications through tests arranged with English UC at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, covering Starters, Movers, KET, PET, and FCE. From pre-school to 4th grade, own Mathematics and English curricula are developed by teachers with guidance from educators. The Greenland School is part of Cognita Schools, connecting Chilean practice to an international network. Facilities include a three-hectare stadium complex with heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, football and rugby pitch, gym, courts and track. The school emphasizes digital citizenship, critical thinking, creativity, and holistic development through the DLI program.
Oceánica 6300, 9190793 Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
The Essentials
The Greenland School has instruction in Spanish, English.
Location
Located at Av. Oceánica 6300, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile. The Greenland School was founded in 1995. Since 2021, it has been part of Cognita Schools.
Stages
Playgroup and Jardín (Infant); Pre-Kínder and Kínder (Early Childhood); 1° Básico–8° Básico (Primary); 9°–12° (Secondary).
Type
Private school
Additional learning support
The school has policies for Special Educational Needs (SEN) within its internal regulations, including protocols for NEE (Special Educational Needs).
- The annual tuition is billed as a single annual amount and may be paid in 1 to 10 installments; the published monthly values are presented as 10 cuotas (March to December). Monthly installment due date is the 7th of each month. - The matrícula (enrollment) is a one-time charge and is distinct from the colegiatura (tuition). - The matrícula is non‑refundable except in the event of the student's death prior to the start of the school year. The colegiatura is an annual, indivisible obligation; installmenting is a facilitation of payment and monthly installments are not cancelled or refunded if the student stops attending during the academic year for any reason. - Nonpayment by the due date incurs late‑payment penalties; persistent arrears (beyond the institution's stated timeframes) may lead to stronger collection actions, including protest of pagares after extended delinquency.
Boarding / Residential provision
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding or residential program is offered. Complementary services listed by the school include on‑site dining (casino), school buses and uniforms rather than boarding.
Other costs and complementary services
- Uniforms: Uniforms are provided through the school's agreed suppliers; purchase and any associated cost are separate from matrícula and colegiatura. Conditions of sale, claims and payment conditions for uniforms are managed through the school's supplier arrangements. - School meals (casino): Meal service is offered as a complementary service and is billed separately from tuition. - School transport (buses): Transport is offered as a complementary service and carries an additional fee when contracted. - Extracurricular activities, academies and workshops: These activities may have additional fees separate from the colegiatura.
Refunds and withdrawal
- The matrícula amount is not refunded except in the specific case of the student's death before the start of the school year. - The colegiatura is an annual, indivisible charge. Division into monthly installments is for payment convenience; previously agreed monthly installments are not cancelled or refunded if the student withdraws, is excluded, or otherwise stops attending during the academic year. Late or unpaid installments remain the responsibility of the payer.
Fee payment options and instruments
- Payment methods available include: payment in cash or by cheque (pago al contado), automatic charge to a credit card under a signed mandate (pago automático con tarjeta de crédito), automatic debit from a checking account (PAC), and issuance of a payment booklet/cuponera with monthly coupons (vencimiento el día 7 de cada mes). - The school uses an online payment/accounting portal for families to manage payments and invoices. Automatic payment mandates and the chosen instrument are documented at enrollment. If an automatic charge fails, the payer remains responsible for regularizing the outstanding amounts.
Notes on the units used
- All published enrollment and tuition amounts are stated in UF (Unidad de Fomento). The UF is an indexed Chilean monetary unit; the numerical UF amounts above are the published unit figures for each concept (matrícula and mensualidad).
Academics
The Greenland School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
From preschool through 8th grade, The Greenland School offers a bilingual program with daily English immersion and instruction in English for the bilingual stream. English language learning is complemented by Cambridge certifications, with tests arranged through English UC at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, covering Starters, Movers, KET, PET, and FCE. The school uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for the early years and supports non‑bilingual students with the Sheltered English Learning Programme (SELP) to access the bilingual curriculum. The program emphasizes digital citizenship, critical thinking and creativity, and holistic development through strategies such as the Developing Inspiring Leaders (DLI) program and safeguarding culture. The Greenland School is part of Cognita Schools, a global network of more than 100 schools in 16 countries, which informs its international practices.
Exam Results
In January 2026, The Greenland School achieved three perfect scores on the Prueba de Acceso a la Educación Superior (PAES), reflecting high academic achievement and the effectiveness of its educational program. This milestone underscores the school's emphasis on preparing students for higher education and autonomous learning.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education in Chilean universities, with PAES results illustrating readiness for university study and a strong track record of academic preparation supported by a comprehensive program.
Gifted and Talented
Star Pupil is an annual award recognizing a high‑achieving II Medio student who earns a five‑week trip to London, England. The winner is selected by the leadership team and experiences English language reinforcement, cultural activities, and participation in Cognita partner schools during weeks 1–4, followed by a cultural tour in London in week 5.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Greenland School promotes good treatment among all members of the school community. It promotes spaces for meeting and participation among all members of the school community to improve the learning climate. It addresses situations that affect the school climate and the learning environment through preventative and intervention measures. It implements formative programs and actions that emphasize convivencia and the wellbeing of students. The Orientation Programs cover topics including good treatment, affectivity and sexuality, wellbeing and self-care (including prevention of alcohol and drugs), self-knowledge, life project, care for the environment, and leadership development. The convivencia and salvaguarda plans are evaluated annually to strengthen ongoing work.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Greenland School has a Psicóloga Educacional and a Psicopedagogo on staff to diagnose difficulties and plan support for learning. They work with external specialists and families to implement appropriate actions and monitor progress. The staff coordinates with the school leadership to provide psychoeducational support and respond to learning needs. The Reglamento Escolar includes roles for Salvaguarda and convivencia, integrated with the psicoeducativo team for student welfare. A dedicated psychologist and a developmental/educational specialist collaborate to identify and address learning differences.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Greenland School offers intensive English instruction. It operates a bilingual program (BAL) to support bilingual education, including a Director of Studies Bilingüe (BAL). English is taught across levels, with an English department managing Infant and Senior levels. The BAL program is overseen by the BAL leadership within the school's organizational structure. The BAL program is integrated into the curriculum to foster bilingual language development.
Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes wellbeing and mental health as part of its convivencia and Salvaguarda framework. The Plan Salvaguarda aims to protect students' physical and mental wellbeing and safety, promoting a communicative, protective, and supportive environment. The plan includes actions to monitor and support emotional wellbeing through the school's psicoeducativo team and classroom staff. There are programs and campaigns that promote mental health, self-care, and resilience among students and staff. When concerns arise, a multidisciplinary team provides appropriate support and referrals.
Safeguarding
The school has a digital Salvaguarda mailbox for students to raise concerns or report rights violations. Guardians can formalize complaints through an interview with a member of the leadership or the psicoeducativo team. The Salvaguarda team manages and documents safeguarding cases, including opening and closing of protocols in the appropriate records. Protocols for safeguarding and vulnerability, including the right to report and timeline requirements, are defined in the Protocolo de Salvaguarda y Convivencia. When needed, the school coordinates with authorities and external agencies, maintains a central Casos de Salvaguarda file, and uses Schooltrack for case management. The school's safeguarding policy aims to prevent and protect against harm to students and to provide repair and support as required.
Admissions
Admissions
The Greenland School uses a four‑step admissions process. First, applicants submit an online application by clicking the online application form and providing contact details. Second, applicants complete a digital form and upload the requested documents for a virtual evaluation; the submission fee is 1 UF for applicants from Playgroup through IV Medio. Third, after documents are received, an in‑person interview and evaluation are conducted. Fourth, online enrollment is completed through the Admissions Department; enrollment must be completed on time to secure the vacancy. Admission age requirements are: Playgroup 2 years old by March 31, 2025; Jardín 3 years by March 31, 2025; Pre‑Kínder 4; Kínder 5. Required documentation includes a birth certificate; a promotion certificate (where applicable); a Regular Student certificate; a Personality report; and an enrollment payment of 1 UF, which is non‑refundable and covers administrative costs for the entrance exam. Vacancies for 2026 are listed by program: Infant Education — Playgroup National 11 (PM); Jardín Infantil Bilingüe 8 (PM); Jardín Infantil Nacional 2 (AM); Pre‑Kínder Bilingüe 5 (AM); Junior Education — 1° Básico Nacional 12; 1° Básico Bilingüe 14; 2° Básico Nacional Sin Vacante; 2° Básico Bilingüe Sin Vacante; 3° Básico Nacional 1; 3° Básico Bilingüe 5; 4° Básico Nacional 20; 4° Básico Bilingüe 11; Senior Education — 5° Grado Nacional Sin Vacante; 6° Nacional Sin Vacante; 7° Nacional Sin Vacante; 8° Nacional 4; 9° Nacional 4; 10° Nacional Sin Vacante; 11° Nacional Sin Vacante; 12° Nacional 9.
Scholarships
Temporary Financial Aid (Ayuda Económica Transitoria) is a limited Cognita program that provides partial tuition support for eligible students. It covers up to 50% of the annual tuition for a single academic year, is contingent on available enrollment and vacancies, and is not automatically renewable for successive years. The Cognita board approves the maximum grant amount for each school in July each year. Applications are individual, and guardians applying for multiple students must submit separate documentation for each. Renewal requires re‑submission of updated documents within the stated deadlines. The application does not guarantee a seat, and some cases may be decided with a waitlist. To apply, guardians submit the completed application form (including a sworn statement) and all required documents, with CAET (the Transitional Economic Aid Committee) evaluating and determining the applicable discount for the following year. Required documents are grouped into general documents (identification for guardian and student, birth certificate or family book, etc.), income/employment documents (payslips, proof of contributions, tenure, etc.), housing documents (property certificate, rent receipts, mortgage certificate), and other supporting materials (medical certificates if applicable). The 2026 call is titled Convocatoria 2026 and details are provided in the Bases y Formulario de Postulación a Ayuda Económica Transitoria 2026.
FAQs
What curriculum does The Greenland School follow?
The Greenland School offers a bilingual programme with daily English immersion and Cambridge International Examinations, including Starters, Movers, KET, PET, and FCE. It also uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for early years.
Is The Greenland School part of a larger school network?
Yes, since 2021 The Greenland School has been part of Cognita Schools, an international group of schools that provides additional resources and support for educational development.
What age range does The Greenland School serve?
The school serves students aged 4 to 18, from Playgroup and Jardín through to Grade 12, offering both bilingual and traditional programmes.
Does The Greenland School offer scholarships?
Yes, the school offers Temporary Financial Aid (Ayuda Económica Transitoria) through Cognita, providing up to 50% of annual tuition support for eligible students for a single academic year.
What facilities does The Greenland School have?
The school features a three-hectare stadium complex with heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a regulation football and rugby pitch, a covered gym, synthetic-surface courts, weight rooms, and tennis courts.
How many students attend The Greenland School?
The Greenland School has approximately 1,600 students and is located at Av. Oceánica 6300, Estación Central, Santiago.
