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Costa Rica, San Jose
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The school is international and trilingual, teaching three languages. All students are bilingual.
The school is an international, trilingual educational center. Its mission is to educate for life and to develop students into responsible individuals. It offers a robust academic program that encourages students to adhere to their ideals and contribute to their communities. Teaching and learning are based on a process of continuous improvement through holistic education, centered on God's love, a culture of peace, and environmental protection.
From day one, students are immersed in an environment that fosters curiosity, critical thinking, and the constant pursuit of knowledge. The faculty consists of passionate and dedicated professionals who strive to inspire and challenge each student to reach their full potential.
Golden Valley School is an international day school in Costa Rica serving ages 0 to 18. The program blends Montessori philosophy with the International Baccalaureate framework (PYP, MYP, DP) and an American Diploma option, with families able to choose Bachillerato MEP in final years. English is the primary language of instruction, with immersion from early years, and German taught as a third language; in primary, English is delivered for about eight hours weekly. The school emphasizes inquiry-based, cross-disciplinary learning and project experiences, supported by digital platforms that track progress and offer enrichment. Since 1997, Golden Valley has focused on developing principled, well-informed students who contribute to their communities. A STEAM approach sits beside active sport and arts programs. Extras include a Gifted Students Program, university counseling, and social responsibility initiatives such as COEEPI, linking students with Indigenous communities and international university pathways.
