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Costa Rica, San Jose
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The Washington School is approved by the Costa Rican Ministry of Public Education, meeting all official standards and requirements. The school provides a United States curriculum alongside the Costa Rican system. English as a Second Language (ESL) support is available for students who require language learning assistance. Faculty members affiliated with Harvard, UC Berkeley, the University of Costa Rica and others.
Model United Nations (WCRMUN) is a student organization that advances understanding of the United Nations and international issues, with activities including position papers, MUN conferences and lectures. Soccer Team — WIS Super Junior Team. Field Trips are part of Our School Life.
Washington School – San Jose offers education for ages 3 through 18. It follows an American curriculum with AP courses alongside a Costa Rican program and is approved by the Costa Rican Ministry of Public Education. ESL support is available, and faculty include educators affiliated with Harvard, UC Berkeley, and the University of Costa Rica. The school emphasizes Thought-Based Learning (TBL) and integrates Project-Based Learning (PBL), Solution-Based Learning (SBL), Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) and Creative Arts-Based Learning (ABL). This approach helps students develop critical thinking and digital fluency for leadership in a progressive society. Washington School offers a Model United Nations program (WCRMUN) and a Soccer Team, with field trips as part of school life. Creative arts, including a Talent Show and video activities, are woven into learning. University connections provide exposure to international universities and opportunities for engagement with global peers.
