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Costa Rica, San Jose
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
1. Inquire: Inquire through our online form, by email, or by phone. From Pre-Kinder to 12th grade, admissions are competitive and applicants should be ready to innovate in our learning environment. We seek students who are curious and motivated to learn and who will contribute to the diversity and strength of our community. This initial contact begins the Country Day School Costa Rica admissions journey.
2. Visit Our Campus: Visit the campus in person or online through a virtual discovery meeting. You'll imagine your child learning in all spaces of our warm campus, and you'll be introduced to our teachers and our students.
3. Apply: Submit your online application form and supporting documents. There is a $50 non-refundable application fee when you send your application. Applications are accepted throughout the year depending on space and availability, but to guarantee a place for the start of the school year, follow the deadlines: Jun 1, 2026 for Fall and Nov 30, 2026 for Winter. A family interview and student assessment follow the application, and you will be notified about a week after these steps of the admissions decision.
Country Day School, Costa Rica (CDS) is a US-accredited private day school serving an international community from ages 1 to 18. Founded in 1963, it joined Nord Anglia Education in 2018, strengthening its offerings through collaborations with Juilliard, MIT, and UNICEF. The curriculum follows US frameworks: Elementary and Middle School use Common Core standards; High School leads to the US high school diploma alongside the Costa Rican Bachillerato, with more than 25 AP courses and the AP Capstone Diploma. Students prepare for university with mathematics built on Harvard Pure Math, Harvard Engineering, and MIT curricula, and Mandarin is available as a high school elective. The campus in San Rafael de Alajuela is LEED-certified, solar powered, and designed to save water and energy. It features 81 classrooms, seven STEAM spaces, arts and athletic facilities, and outdoor areas. Global Campus connects students with peers, enabling field experiences, international trips, and cross-cultural collaboration.
