Saint Francis College

Costa Rica, San Vicente De Moravia

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Spanish, English

Fees CRC 6,406,800

Ages Not listed

Opened 1950

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages French

Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

Saint Francis College operates on Costa Rican campuses, Moravia and Alajuela, serving preschool through secondary education with the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and bilingual pathways. Instruction begins with English immersion from preschool; in primary grades students develop bilingual proficiency across Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Oral Expression, with French introduced in Fifth Grade. In secondary, advanced English and French are offered, and families may pursue the IB Diploma in the 10th and 11th years to earn a bilingual diploma. The IB pathway sits alongside the national MEP curriculum, and both prepare students for university study. The Diploma is recognized by universities in Costa Rica and abroad, with partnerships with Universidad de Costa Rica, Universidad Nacional, Alliance Française, and the University of Cambridge. Pastoral Educativa, inspired by Franciscan values, lies at the heart of the school, weaving faith, values, and academics through experiential learning, service, and social projects. A Virtual Library supports study and research.

www.saintfranciscr.org

Saint Francis Moravia — San Vicente, Moravia, Costa Rica; Saint Francis Alajuela — Barrio San José, Alajuela, Costa Rica

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The Essentials

Location

Two campuses in Costa Rica: Sede Moravia in San Vicente, Moravia, and Sede Alajuela in Barrio San José, Alajuela. Moravia is located in Moravia, serving the San José metropolitan area; Alajuela is located in Barrio San José, Alajuela. Contact: Moravia +506 2297 1704; sfc@stfrancis.ed.cr; Alajuela +506 2430 7639; sfca@stfrancis.ed.cr.

Stages

Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and International Baccalaureate (IB).

Additional learning support

Curricular adaptations and identification of high-ability students.

Country affiliation

Costa Rica

Religious affiliation

Catholic, with Franciscan charism

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Fees

Application fees
- No separate, itemized application fee is published in the school's public admissions materials for the 2026/27 academic year.

Tuition fees (registration and monthly tuition)
- A complete, year-by-year public fee schedule for 2026/27 is not published in the school's publicly available admissions content; the latest publicly reported general fee figures are: CRC 375,900 for matrícula (registration) and CRC 533,900 for the mensualidad (monthly tuition). These figures reflect the commonly cited registration and monthly tuition amounts reported for the school.
- No itemized breakdown by specific year group (e.g., Pre‑k, Kindergarten, Primary year 1, Primary year 2, each Secondary year) with per‑term amounts and per‑year totals is publicly posted.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A detailed, published billing schedule (for example: whether tuition is billed monthly, by term, or annually; due dates; or penalties for late payment) is not provided in the school's publicly available admissions materials.
- Common practice at many Costa Rican private schools is to charge a matrícula (one‑time registration fee, often equal to one month's tuition) and to bill mensualidades on a monthly basis, but a school‑specific schedule and any discounts, installment options, or late‑payment penalties for Saint Francis College are not published.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Saint Francis College operates as a day school with two campuses (Moravia and Alajuela); no boarding program or boarding fees are published or described in the school's admissions materials. No boarding charges apply.

Other costs and fees
- Uniforms: Families are required to purchase school uniforms; no public, itemized uniform price list or uniform package fee is published.
- Textbooks, workbooks and school supplies: These are additional to tuition; no public, itemized price list is published.
- Student insurance: The school provides student insurance with a coverage amount of CRC 2,000,000. This insurance is listed among the school's included/available services.
- Meals / cafeteria: The Moravia campus has a cafeteria and the Alajuela campus operates meal service through external providers; costs for cafeteria meals or meal plans are not published.
- Transportation: The school offers school‑transport services through authorized providers; transport fees are not published in the public admissions materials.
- Extracurriculars and special programs: Participation in some clubs, teams, competitions or external programs may carry separate fees; specific prices are not published.

Refund information
- A formal, public refund or cancellation policy (for example: refund of matrícula if family withdraws before the school year, prorated refunds for mid‑year withdrawals, or deadlines for cancelling tuition payments) is not published in the school's public admissions materials.

Fee payment options
- The school is listed among institutions with formal payment agreements in the national banking payment channels, indicating that families can pay matrícula and mensualidades via bank payment channels. Specific accepted payment methods (credit card, debit card, online bank transfer, direct debit, cash payments at campus or bank counters) are not itemized in the school's public admissions materials; however, bank‑based payment channels are available for the school in national banking systems.

Summary note on publicly available information
- The school's public admissions materials describe services, campuses and general admission availability but do not publish a full, itemized fee schedule for each year group or a detailed billing calendar for the 2026/27 academic year; the only clearly reported numeric fee figures located in public reporting are the registration (matrícula) and monthly tuition (mensualidad) amounts cited above.

Academics

Curriculum

International curriculum aligned with International Baccalaureate (IB) standards. The Diploma is recognized by national and international universities, and the program emphasizes research, critical thinking, and leadership. It includes an international curriculum and opportunities for exchanges to broaden students' horizons. Pastoral Educativa, inspired by Franciscan values, sits at the heart of Saint Francis College and weaves faith, values, and academics into the learning experience. From preschool, instruction begins with English immersion; in primary, students develop bilingual proficiency across Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Oral Expression, with French introduced from Fifth Grade. In secondary, advanced English and French are offered, and families may opt to pursue the IB Diploma in the 10th and 11th years to earn a bilingual diploma with international recognition; both the national MEP curriculum and the IB pathway prepare students for university study. The school also maintains partnerships and recognitions with Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR), Universidad Nacional (UNA), Alliance Française, and the University of Cambridge.

Higher Education Progression

The IB Diploma is recognized by national and international universities, and partnerships with UCR, UNA, Alliance Française, and the University of Cambridge indicate pathways to higher education locally and abroad.

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Admissions

1. Schedule a campus visit. By clicking 'Agenda tu visita ahora', the date and time can be selected to fit your schedule. You are welcomed at the Moravia or Alajuela campus to view facilities, learn the educational model, and have questions about the admissions process, services, and scholarships answered. 2. Preschool age and program. Saint Francis Preschool accepts children from 6 months through age 5, who then enter Preparatory. Class sizes are small and there is personalized attention in a safe, welcoming environment. The program strengthens cognitive-linguistic, socio-emotional, and psychomotor skills through play and exploration, fostering autonomy, security, and confidence to face new challenges. 3. IB option and curriculum. The IB Diploma Programme is offered as an optional track, so families decide whether the student will pursue the Diploma during 10th and 11th grades. The program's rigor prepares students for university life, whether in Costa Rica or abroad, and supports development across personal, family, academic, and professional contexts. It complements the National curriculum with an international framework. 4. Services and campus resources. Included services include after-school care until 5:00 p.m.; 24/7 medical emergency care within the Greater Metropolitan Area; student insurance coverage; cafeteria at the Moravia campus and lunch arrangements with external providers in Alajuela; a library; campus-wide Wi‑Fi; and high-level technology classrooms. 5. Catholic identity and accreditations. Catholic faith is not required to enroll; practicing a different faith is not an impediment. Saint Francis holds national and international recognitions, is a member of CIEC and ANADEC, has earned the Blue Ecological Flag, is accredited by the Ministry of Public Education (MEP), and collaborates with Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR), Universidad Nacional (UNA), the Alliance Française, and Cambridge. 6. Teacher profile and quality. The teaching staff are highly qualified and professionally certified, with ongoing training to maintain high pedagogical standards and respond to students' needs.

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FAQs

What ages and levels does Saint Francis College serve, and what campuses are there in Costa Rica?

Saint Francis College serves preschool through secondary and operates on two Costa Rican campuses: Moravia (San Vicente, Moravia) and Alajuela (Barrio San José, Alajuela). The school starts with English immersion in preschool, builds bilingual proficiency in primary, and offers advanced English and French in secondary, with the IB Diploma option in grades 10–11.

Where are the two Saint Francis College campuses located?

The Moravia campus is in San Vicente, Moravia, serving the San José metropolitan area, and the Alajuela campus is in Barrio San José, Alajuela.

What curriculum does the school follow and how does the bilingual system work?

Saint Francis College uses an international curriculum aligned with IB standards. The IB Diploma is available in the 10th and 11th years, and the program supports bilingual education with English immersion from preschool, bilingual study in primary, and advanced English and French in secondary; the school also offers the national MEP pathway.

What are the main tuition and registration costs that are publicly reported?

Reported figures show a matrícula (registration) of CRC 375,900 and a mensualidad (monthly tuition) of CRC 533,900. A detailed year-by-year fee schedule is not published publicly.

What does the admissions process look like for Saint Francis College?

Prospective families schedule a campus visit at either the Moravia or Alajuela campus to view facilities and discuss admissions, services, and scholarships. The process covers preschool intake, explanation of the IB option, and review of included services such as after-school care, insurance, cafeteria/meals, library, Wi‑Fi, and technology classrooms.

Is Saint Francis College a boarding school?

No. Saint Francis College is a day school with two campuses; there is no boarding option published.

What languages are used in academics and how is bilingual education delivered?

In preschool, instruction begins with English immersion. In primary, students develop bilingual proficiency across Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Oral Expression, with French introduced from Grade 5. In secondary, advanced English and French are offered, and many IB courses are taught in English and Spanish.

How is the IB Diploma Programme integrated and recognized for university study?

The IB Diploma is available in the 10th and 11th years and emphasizes research, critical thinking, and leadership. The Diploma is recognized by national and international universities, and the program complements the Costa Rican MEP curriculum to prepare students for higher education.

What higher education pathways and partnerships does the school offer?

Saint Francis College maintains partnerships with Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR), Universidad Nacional (UNA), Alliance Française, and the University of Cambridge to support higher education opportunities.

What facilities and campus resources are available for students?

The school operates on two campuses with a library, campus-wide Wi‑Fi, and high‑level technology classrooms. The Moravia campus has a cafeteria, while Alajuela uses external meal providers; both campuses offer after-school care, student insurance, and access to a 24/7 medical emergency network in the Greater Metropolitan Area.

Is there a Virtual Library available for students?

Yes, Saint Francis College provides a Virtual Library to support study and research.

Are there sports or extracurricular facilities and programs?

The school offers sports programs and representative teams with trained coaches, along with arts and music activities. Specific on-site sports facilities are not published in the available materials.

What extracurricular activities and experiences are available beyond the classroom?

Extras include art and music workshops, band projects, sports, international exchanges, and service activities. The IB Diploma's CAS component also supports Creativity, Activity, and Service alongside leadership opportunities.

What leadership and service opportunities are available for students?

Leadership grows through Life Skills programs and IB CAS projects, as well as bilingual and collaborative projects that foster communication and initiative. Pastoral Education also emphasizes service and social justice activities.

Are international exchanges offered, and what is the purpose?

Yes, Saint Francis College offers international exchanges to broaden students' horizons, strengthen language skills, and expand their worldview.

What wellbeing and pastoral support does the school provide?

Pastoral Educativa sits at the heart of school life, integrating faith, Franciscan values, and academics through experiential activities and service. The Orientation Department provides academic and socio-emotional support, and English mastery is supported with international certification.

How does the school support English language learners and overall wellbeing?

English language learning is central, with EAL support and international certification. The Orientation Department also supports mental wellbeing and socio-emotional development.

How does Saint Francis College identify and support students with advanced learning needs?

The school provides curricular adaptations and identification of high-ability students to tailor learning experiences to individual needs.

What is the school culture in terms of uniforms and religious identity?

Families are required to purchase school uniforms. Saint Francis is a private Catholic school guided by Franciscan values, with Pastoral Educativa linking faith, values, and academics.

Who governs the school and what faith components are included in the curriculum?

Saint Francis College is governed by Franciscan friars (Frailes Menores Conventuales). Faith formation is integrated through Pastoral Education, including First Communion in Year 4 and Confirmation in Year 10.

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