Liceo HHC Experimental Bilingüe José Figueres Ferrer

Costa Rica, Cartago

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Spanish, English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 1995

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages English, French

Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Middle School, Secondary School

Introduction

Located in Vía 219, Cartago, Costa Rica, Liceo HHC Experimental Bilingüe José Figueres Ferrer is a bilingual experimental high school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme alongside a Bespoke Curriculum. The Experimental Bilingüe modality provides a flexible program designed to adapt as learning outcomes emerge, with language development prioritizing oral, written, and literary skills and an English certificate awarded in the final year. The curriculum strengthens Mathematics, Business Management, Information Technology, Accounting Technology, Tourism Technology, and Architectural Drawing to support higher education. The school's pedagogy combines Constructivist and Humanist foundations with Rationalist elements, enriched by field trips, seminars, fieldwork, theatre, exchanges, and art and cultural exhibitions. Exploratory Workshops explore vocational interests, including Electricity, Leatherwork, Jewelry, Decorative Painting, and working with recycled materials. The IB Diploma Programme is offered as part of the curriculum. Since 1994, it has been a pioneer in this modality and is celebrating 30 years of leadership.

www.liceofigueres.org

Vía 219, Provincia Cartago, Cartago, Costa Rica

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located in Cartago, Costa Rica. Address: Vía 219, Cartago Province.

Stages

The school offers secondary education (10th–11th grades) with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, in an Experimental Bilingual modality.

Type

The school is a bilingual experimental high school offering the IB Diploma Programme.

Additional learning support

The school provides student support including a scholarship program, quality education and continuous improvement, medical care, psychological support, and an integral development program with an athletics component.

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Application fees

- Admission test fee: ₡18,000 (Costa Rican colones). This fee is required to register for and take the admission test and is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by school year / term

- The institution publishes and refers to a recurring monthly tuition (mensualidad) but does not publish fixed tuition rates by year group or per term in the publicly available admissions and institutional documents. The school's internal regulations and related materials describe the concept of mensualidad and scholarship/exemption categories but do not list numeric tuition amounts by grade or term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment for the admission test must be made during the published payment window for the admissions process; the admission-test payment window and deadlines are set by the institution each admissions cycle. The admission-test payment may be made in person at the school cashier or by bank deposit during the announced dates.

- The institution references a monthly tuition obligation (mensualidad) and calendar items that include deadlines for cancelling the monthly payment without surcharge; however, exact billing dates, due dates and formal invoicing schedules with amounts per term or per month are not published in the available institutional documents.

Boarding fees

- No boarding or residential‑boarding (pensión) fees are published in the institution's public admissions materials, internal regulation documents or calendar notices. There is no published indication that the school operates a boarding programme with separate fees.

Other costs / ancillary fees

- Uniforms: The institution publishes information and notices about student uniforms for the course year but does not publish uniform price lists or itemised uniform costs in the publicly available documents. Parents are directed to the school's uniform information and distribution process.

- Scholarships and fee exonerations: The school maintains institutional scholarship categories and explicitly lists possible exonerations of the mensualidad (100%, 75%, 50%, 25%) and other supports (food, transport, book packages) as part of its welfare and scholarship policy; these are described as categories rather than fixed monetary discounts.

- Other typical school costs (books, materials, extracurricular activity fees, transportation) are referenced as potential services but no fixed amounts or mandatory ancillary fee schedules are published in the available admissions or regulatory documents.

Refund information

- The admission-test fee is explicitly non‑refundable. No detailed, published numeric refund schedules or step‑by‑step monetary refund rules for tuition or ancillary charges are available in the institution's published admissions and internal regulation documents. Institutional regulations address contractual rescission and recovery of sums owed but do not list standard refund amounts or formulas.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment channels for the admission/test payment and for school cashier operations include: cash payments at the school cashier, debit and credit cards (American Express excepted), and bank deposits to the school's Banco Nacional account. The school provides an IBAN and account information for deposits and requests that deposit receipts include the student's full name and ID number when sent to the school's payments e‑mail address.

- The school also links to an online payment platform and lists an institutional payments contact for receipts and confirmations; parents are instructed to send deposit receipts to the school's payments e‑mail address.

Summary of findings

- Published, specific numeric fee information is limited to the admission/test fee (₡18,000) and to bank/payment instructions and accepted payment methods. The institution's regulatory and informational documents refer to a monthly tuition obligation (mensualidad), scholarship/exoneration categories, uniform requirements and other routine school charges, but specific tuition amounts by grade or per term, boarding fees, uniform item prices, and a full numeric refund policy are not published in the available admissions and regulatory materials.

Academics

Curriculum

The Liceo Experimental Bilingüe José Figueres Ferrer uses an Experimental Bilingüe modality, a flexible curriculum designed to adapt as learning outcomes emerge. Language development focuses on oral, written, and literary skills, with an international certification in the final year. The curriculum strengthens selected subjects to prepare for higher education, including Mathematics, Business Management, Information Technology, Accounting Technology, Tourism Technology, and Architectural Drawing. Its pedagogical foundation rests on Constructivist and Humanist principles with Rationalist elements, and learning is enriched through field trips, seminars, fieldwork, theater, exchanges, and art and cultural exhibitions. Vocational interests are explored through Exploratory Workshops such as Electricity, Leatherwork, Jewelry, Decorative Painting, and working with recycled materials. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered as part of the school's curriculum.

Higher Education Progression

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme prepares students for higher education worldwide and opens doors to prestigious universities around the world. It emphasizes inquiry, reflection, and communication, and includes core components such as Theory of Knowledge (ToK), Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay. Higher Level and Standard Level subjects include Literature, Language B (English), History, Mathematics, Business Management, and Biology. Graduates can earn the IB Diploma and have the option of double accreditation with the Costa Rican high school diploma, supporting global university access.

Gifted and Talented

The school offers English language strengthening and final-year English certification, plus a range of courses and certifications. It provides modern laboratories, robotics, STEAM-focused programs, and technology and entrepreneurship competencies. It also supports students with scholarships, quality education, and ongoing improvement, and offers athletic and health services as well as psychological support.

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Reputation

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Admissions

1. Admission Process 2027 is presented as agile and transparent. For information on requirements, dates, and documentation, you are invited to contact the school or visit its facilities. The school is committed to academic excellence and the development of value-driven leaders. Become part of the educational community.

2. Start Your Application. Start Your Application is available to begin the enrollment process. The option is labeled Start Your Application for initiating the admissions process. The enrollment process can be initiated through this link. This marks the first step toward joining the institution.

3. Step-by-Step Enrollment Process. A Step-by-Step Enrollment Process is provided to guide applicants. Families can follow the listed steps to complete the enrollment. The process is designed to guide applicants through enrollment.

4. Admission Test. The Admission Test is part of the admissions process. Details about the test and scheduling are provided via the Start Your Application portal or by contacting the school. The test helps determine applicant readiness for the program.

5. Key Dates. Key Dates include references to the Admission Process and Application Period. These items indicate important milestones in the admissions cycle. Prospective families should review these dates to plan accordingly.

6. Are you ready to be part of our institution? Are you ready to be part of our institution? Check all information about the admission process and complete your registration easily and quickly.

Scholarships

The school has a Scholarship Program under Student Support. It is described as 'Scholarship Program' and 'Quality Education and Continuous Improvement.' The program supports students as part of the school\'s education quality and ongoing improvement.

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FAQs

Where is the Liceo HHC Experimental Bilingüe José Figueres Ferrer located and when was it founded?

The school is in Cartago, Costa Rica, at Vía 219 in Cartago Province. It opened in 1995 and is a pioneer of Costa Rica's bilingual experimental modality. It operates as a co-educational institution with an Experimental Bilingüe curriculum.

What curriculum and diploma does the school offer?

The school uses an Experimental Bilingüe modality with a flexible curriculum and a strong focus on language development, culminating in an international certification in the final year. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered as part of the curriculum, alongside subjects like Mathematics, Information Technology, and Business Management.

What grades does the school serve and what bilingual features exist?

The institution provides secondary education within a bilingual framework and includes English language development, with an English certificate available in the final year. It combines the IB Diploma Programme with the bilingual modality.

How much is the admission test and how is it paid?

The admission test fee is ₡18,000 and it is non-refundable. Payments can be made at the school cashier, by bank deposit, or via the online platform during the admissions window; deposit receipts must include the student's full name and ID.

Do they publish fixed tuition by grade, and are there scholarships?

Specific tuition amounts by grade or term are not published publicly; there is a recurring mensualidad, and the school lists scholarship/exoneration categories (100%, 75%, 50%, 25%) plus other supports like food, transport, and book packages.

How does the scholarship program work?

The school maintains institutional scholarship categories and exonerations as part of its welfare policy. Scholarships can reduce or cover mensualidad and related costs, with different exoneration levels depending on the category.

What are the payment options?

Accepted payment methods include cash at the school cashier, debit or credit cards (American Express not accepted), or bank deposits to Banco Nacional. Deposit receipts should include the student's name and ID and be sent to the school's payments email; there is also an online payment platform.

What subjects are emphasized beyond core offerings?

The curriculum strengthens Mathematics, Business Management, Information Technology, Accounting Technology, Tourism Technology, and Architectural Drawing, with English language development woven in. The program also uses field trips, seminars, theater, exchanges, and art exhibitions to enrich learning.

How does IB DP fit into the program and what does it prepare students for?

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered to develop inquiry, reflection, and global-mindedness, with core elements like Theory of Knowledge, CAS, and the Extended Essay. It prepares graduates for higher education worldwide and may offer double accreditation with the Costa Rican diploma.

Are there published results or class sizes?

Public data on IB exam results or student-teacher ratios is not provided in the available materials. The school emphasizes IB-based inquiry and research skills as part of its higher-education preparation.

What facilities does the campus offer?

The campus features spacious, well-ventilated classrooms with up-to-date technology and ergonomic furniture, plus a full library and on-site infirmary. Security operates around the clock and there are green spaces and dedicated sports and recreation areas.

What about science and technology spaces?

There are state-of-the-art science, computer, and technology laboratories, along with a large library. The facilities are designed to be accessible and inclusive.

What extracurriculars and leadership opportunities exist?

The school offers robotics and technology/entrepreneurship programs, supported by the IB DP's emphasis on inquiry and critical thinking. There is a Sports Academy and other clubs to foster leadership and well-being, with pathways to prestigious universities.

How is English language development supported?

English development is strengthened through dedicated English improvement programs, and students can obtain an English certification in the final year through related courses and certifications. Group work and targeted instruction tailor language support.

What wellbeing and safeguarding services are available?

The school provides psychopedagogical support and student guidance, with a team of psychology and guidance professionals offering counseling and workshops. Safeguarding procedures exist, including involvement from the Discipline Committee and the Department of Orientation and Psychology as needed.

Are there supports for SEN and EAL?

Curricular and socio-emotional supports are available, including accommodations with documentation from the sending school. English as an Additional Language development is included through targeted language work and group activities.

Is the school a boarding facility?

There is no published indication of a boarding program, which suggests it operates as a day school. Uniforms are required, with ordering information published for the 2025 academic year.

What can you tell me about uniforms?

Uniforms are required for students, and information about ordering for the 2025 year is published, though itemized prices are not publicly listed. Families are directed to the uniform information and distribution process.

Is there a house system or governance detail available?

Public materials mention internal regulations and safeguarding procedures, but there is no public detail about a house system or the school's governance structure.

Does the school hold accreditations or awards?

There are no publicly listed accreditations or awards in the information provided.

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