St. Augustine Preparatory School

Nicaragua, Managua

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Spanish

Fees $126,540 - 375,180

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 2001

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages English, Spanish, French

Typical class size 18

Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional

Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

St. Augustine Preparatory School Managua is a private, Catholic, coeducational, college-preparatory school offering a U.S.-accredited high school diploma with NEASC accreditation. Located in Managua, it operates a bilingual program spanning Preschool through High School, guided by a Core Knowledge curriculum in the early grades and a rigorous AP-based pathway in secondary years. Preschool centers on language, literacy, and foundational life skills; Elementary and Middle School follow the Core Knowledge Sequence; High School provides AP courses across languages, math, science, history, and the arts, plus the AP Capstone Diploma. The school became the second AP Capstone school in Central America in 2018, and in 2023, 85% of seniors earned the Capstone Diploma. Additional options include the Nicaragua Bachillerato Diploma, a College Counselor, and a broad Student Life program with sports, clubs, and service opportunities. The María Auxiliadora Chapel is open daily, and facilities support research, arts, and community service initiatives worldwide.

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The Essentials

Location

Managua, Nicaragua. Campus address: Club Terraza 2.4 Km al Sur, 400 Mts al Oeste, Managua, Nicaragua.

Stages

Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Type

Private, Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school

Additional learning support

Learning Support Services provide personalized Student Support Plans with a dedicated Learning Support Counselor; supports students with ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Language Support includes two full-time English Language Learners (ELL) teachers for elementary and secondary levels, using MAP Screener and placement tests; also a Spanish Language Learner program.

Country affiliation

United States (U.S.-accredited high school diploma; NEASC accreditation)

Religious affiliation

Catholic

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Fees

Application and Registration Fees
- Entrance (Cuota de Entrada) for new students (PK3–12): C$ 148,400.00.
- Annual registration (Matrícula Anual), non-refundable (PK3–12): C$ 14,840.00.

Tuition – monthly, per year group (Colegiatura mensual, base 12 meses)
- PK3: C$ 10,545.00 per month. Annual total (12 months): C$ 126,540.00. Semester (6 months): C$ 63,270.00.
- PK4: C$ 13,690.00 per month. Annual total (12 months): C$ 164,280.00. Semester (6 months): C$ 82,140.00.
- Kindergarten: C$ 23,125.00 per month. Annual total (12 months): C$ 277,500.00. Semester (6 months): C$ 138,750.00.
- Grades 1–5: C$ 27,380.00 per month. Annual total (12 months): C$ 328,560.00. Semester (6 months): C$ 164,280.00.
- Grades 6–8: C$ 30,895.00 per month. Annual total (12 months): C$ 370,740.00. Semester (6 months): C$ 185,370.00.
- Grades 9–12: C$ 31,265.00 per month. Annual total (12 months): C$ 375,180.00. Semester (6 months): C$ 187,590.00.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard monthly billing period: August through July (12 monthly installments). Students who attend any part of a semester are billed 100% of that semester (6 months equals one semester).
- Grade 12 students pay their tuition in 10 installments (August through May).
- Payments are due within the first five business days of each month. Payments more than 10 days late incur a 10% penalty.
- If a student withdraws before the end of the academic year, the family must settle the full 12-month tuition obligation in order for the student to receive final grades.
- An 8% discount is offered for payment in full of the annual tuition; the deadline to qualify is the first day of classes. Payment plans are offered.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. No boarding (internado) program or boarding fees are published for the school; the school operates as a day school.

Other annual or one-off fees and mandatory charges (per student)
- Parent Association fee: C$ 1,000.00 per year.
- Technology fee: PK3 — C$ 7,791.00 per year; PK4–12 — C$ 12,985.00 per year.
- Co-curricular fee (K–12), mandatory for all K–12 students: C$ 5,342.00 per year. This fee applies to all K–12 students regardless of actual participation in extra-curricular programs.
- Optional extended hours (PK3, PK4): C$ 5,565.00 per year.
- Graduation fee (Grade 12): C$ 7,420.00.
- Family tuition discounts (applies only to tuition): third student 20%; fourth student 30%; fifth student 40%.

Refund and withdrawal rules
- The annual registration (matrícula) is non-refundable.
- If a student leaves during the school year, the full 12-month tuition obligation must be settled before final grades will be released. Semester attendance rules require payment of 100% for any semester in which the student attends any portion of that semester.

Fee payment options and account management
- Family billing and online account access are handled through the school's family/parents portal (RenWeb/ParentsWeb) and the FACTS billing system; families use the FACTS/ParentsWeb portal to view invoices, enroll in payment plans, and make payments.
- Typical payment methods available through FACTS include automatic bank withdrawal (e-check/ACH) and credit/debit card payments (availability and any convenience fees depend on the school's FACTS configuration). On-campus or local-bank payment options are administered by the Finance Office as directed by the school.

Notes on uniforms and incidental costs
- The school enforces a uniform dress code; uniform specifications are in the Student Handbook. Families are responsible for purchasing required uniforms and paying incidental costs (textbooks, extracurricular trips, specific activity fees), which are billed separately as applicable. Specific uniform purchase prices are not published in the tuition table.

Academics

Curriculum

Preschool PK3 & PK4 builds a foundation in language, literacy, and essential life skills, fostering academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development. Elementary School (K–5) uses the Core Knowledge Sequence across Language Arts, Math, Visual Arts, History & Geography, Science, and Music. Secondary School comprises Middle School (6th–8th) and High School (9th–12th) with more than 17 Advanced Placement courses, Mathematics Honors, and the Nicaragua Bachillerato Diploma (7th–12th). AP offerings include Languages and Literature (AP English Literature and Composition; AP English Language and Composition; AP French Language and Culture; AP Spanish Literature and Culture), Math and Science (AP Precalculus; AP Statistics; AP Calculus AB; AP Physics 1; AP Biology), History and Social Sciences (AP European History; AP Comparative Government and Politics; AP Macroeconomics; AP Psychology), and Arts (AP Art and Design 2D; AP Art and Design Drawing; AP Art History). The AP Capstone Diploma Program includes AP Seminar and AP Research, and in 2023, 85% of seniors earned an AP Capstone Diploma.

Student Teacher Ratio

9:1 student-teacher ratio; average class size 18.

Exam Results

AP participation over the last five years (2020–2024) includes 70% of 10th–12th graders taking AP courses and 920 AP exams taken, with an AP exam passing rate of 77%. In 2023, 85% of seniors earned an AP Capstone Diploma.

Higher Education Progression

College Placement data show acceptances of the last five graduating classes to 217 universities with offers of over $73 million in financial aid and scholarships.

Gifted and Talented

Becas Oportunidad al Talento (Talent Opportunity Scholarships) are partial scholarships to support secondary students who show outstanding academic performance, high English proficiency, and excellence in values, character, and leadership; open to students entering grades 6, 8, 9, and 10.

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Admissions

1. Fill out and submit the Admission Application and the complete original documentation to the school offices, addressed to Ms. Francis Guevara (fguevara@csa.edu.ni). 2. Students who meet all requirements will be invited to take the Admission Exam (mathematics and English) and to attend Admission Interviews. 3. Parents of students who reach the final stage will be invited to an interview. 4. Students who will receive scholarships will be informed by the school and will be invited to sign the scholarship agreement with their parents.

Scholarships

The 'Oportunidad al Talento' program is a partial scholarship program to support secondary students with outstanding academic performance, high English proficiency, and excellence in character, whose families cannot cover the full tuition. The program is open to students entering grades 6, 8, 9, and 10. Applicants must have advanced English language proficiency and a minimum average of 90 over the last three years. Applicants must demonstrate excellence in values, character, and leadership in their current school.

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FAQs

Where is St. Augustine Preparatory School Managua located and what grades does it serve?

The school is in Managua, Nicaragua, on a campus that serves Preschool PK3–PK4 through High School 12. It is a private, Catholic, co-educational, college-preparatory program with a bilingual approach.

Is St. Augustine Preparatory School a US-accredited program?

Yes. The school offers a Nicaragua Bachillerato Diploma (7th–12th) alongside a US-accredited high school diploma and has NEASC accreditation since 2012.

When was the school founded and what is its mission or guiding values?

St. Augustine Preparatory School was founded in 2001 by three Catholic lay professionals. Its mission emphasizes lifelong learning, integrity, and Catholic values in education.

What are the tuition costs by grade and what are the additional fees I should expect?

Tuition ranges from PK3 at 126,540 C$ per year to Grades 9–12 at 375,180 C$ per year. Additional fees include Entrance 148,400 C$, Annual Registration 14,840 C$, a technology fee, a co-curricular fee, and a Parents Association fee, plus optional costs for uniforms, trips, and textbooks.

What does the admissions process look like, and are there scholarships available?

Applicants submit a completed application and documents, then students take an admission exam (math and English) and attend interviews. Scholarships are available through the Oportunidad al Talento program for qualifying students in grades 6, 8, 9, and 10.

Are there payment plans or discounts for paying tuition upfront?

Families can enroll in a payment plan via FACTS, with an 8% discount offered for full annual payment. Monthly billing runs August–July, and late payments incur a 10% penalty.

How many AP courses are available and what are the outcomes for AP exams?

There are more than 17 AP courses across subjects, and 70% of 10th–12th graders take AP exams with a total of about 920 AP exams taken and a 77% pass rate. The school also offers AP CapstoneDiploma in 2023, with 85% of seniors earning it.

What diplomas do graduates receive, and how does the school support college admissions?

Graduates earn both the Nicaragua Bachillerato Diploma and a US-accredited high school diploma. A full-time College Counselor supports university admissions, and graduates have gained admission to 217 universities with over $73 million in financial aid offers.

What is the student-teacher ratio and typical class size at St. Augustine?

The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, with an average class size of about 18 students.

What facilities support learning and student life (library, chapel, tours, etc.)?

Key facilities include the María Auxiliadora Chapel, a library that uses Destiny Discover and EBSCOhost, and regular open tours on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. The school also offers arts, music, and a broad Student Life program.

What sports and extracurricular opportunities are available?

The Sports Program is very active, with ten soccer teams, five basketball teams, and three volleyball teams across levels. Chess is popular, and there are guitar classes, prayer groups, Student Government, and numerous service and leadership activities.

What kind of arts and music programs exist for students?

Arts and music are offered from PK3 to 6th grade as part of the Core Knowledge Sequence, with high-school offerings including AP Art History and AP Studio Art 2D, plus guitar, drama, and portfolios showcased annually.

What kinds of clubs and service opportunities can students participate in?

Students can join service clubs such as Operation Smile, Un Techo para Mi Pais, Club Teleton, and Volunteer Saturday English Program. There are leadership opportunities through Student Government and international participation in AASCA events and HACIA Democracy Model OAS Summit.

How does the school support students who need language or learning support?

The school provides Learning Support Services with a dedicated counselor, two full-time English Language Learners (ELL) teachers, and a Spanish Language Learner program. MAP screeners and placement tests determine English readiness and progress.

What wellbeing and safeguarding supports are available for students?

A counseling team and health services support health, safety, and emotional wellbeing, while a Social Emotional Learning program is integrated with Advisory and Community Time, Mass, and service opportunities to promote resilience.

Is there a uniform policy and what does it entail?

Yes, uniforms are enforced according to the Student Handbook, and families are responsible for purchasing them and any incidental costs like textbooks and activity fees.

What can you tell us about the school's governance and parent involvement?

The school is private, Catholic, and has a Parents Association (APF) with a structured Board of Directors and committees. There is an annual APF membership fee and opportunities for parent participation in school life and fundraising.

What accreditations and memberships does the school hold that might appeal to international families?

St. Augustine Preparatory School has NEASC accreditation since 2012 and is an ISM Gold Member. It is also a member of AASCA, Tri Association, NHS, NAIS, and International ACAC.

How international-minded is the student body, and how often do graduates study abroad?

The school reports high international exposure, with about 99% of students studying abroad and 75% participating on athletic teams in some capacity.

What languages are taught and is the school truly bilingual in daily practice?

The school is bilingual and offers AP courses in languages such as English, French, and Spanish. ELL support and a Spanish Language Learner program help students reach grade-level English proficiency.

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