American British School is a IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) / Cambridge (Primary) / Cambridge (Secondary) school in Santiago, Chile. Founded in 1987. Annual tuition ranges from $3,400 to $5,160 USD.
Location & Getting There
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About
American British School is a coeducational bilingual day school in La Florida, Santiago, Chile, serving students aged 2 to 18 under the IEYC, Cambridge Primary, and Cambridge Secondary curricula. The school delivers daily English immersion through SIOP-certified bilingual teachers, with a Bilingual Academic Leader overseeing learning and assessment across all stages. As part of the Cognita global education group, the school offers leadership and entrepreneurship programmes for senior students and an international exchange experience in London upon completion of the bilingual programme.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Daily English immersion bilingual program from age 2 through 8th grade using SIOP-certified bilingual teachers and a dedicated Bilingual Academic Leader. After completing the bilingual program, students may participate in a two-week International Exchange in London. Part of the Cognita global education group. Since 2023, hosts the Bilingual Student Summit connecting Cognita bilingual schools in Chile with ESU support. Leadership and entrepreneurship programs (Líderes del mañana, Emprendimiento Empresarial) for senior students.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Kínder (Bilingual) | CLP 4,760 |
| Media (Traditional) | CLP 4,240 |
| Jardín (Traditional) | CLP 3,400 |
| Kínder (Traditional) | CLP 3,600 |
| Playgroup (Traditional) | CLP 2,960 |
| Pre Kínder (Bilingual) | CLP 4,760 |
| Pre-Kínder (Traditional) | CLP 3,400 |
| Jardín Infantil (Bilingual) | CLP 4,760 |
| Educación Básica (Bilingual) | CLP 5,160 |
| Educación Básica (Traditional) | CLP 4,080 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: CLP 85 - 129. Application fee: $40.
Admissions Process
- 1Online application via Postule Aquí, providing contact information to initiate contact with the Admissions team. 2. Complete digital form and upload required documents online to access the virtual evaluation; applicants from Playgroup through IV Medio pay a 1 UF administrative fee for the admission exam. 3. In-person interview and evaluation scheduled by the Admissions Department once documentation is received. 4. Online enrollment to be completed within 72 hours of acceptance notification to secure the vacancy.
Admissions Details
Waiting lists exist in Educación Media for II Medio, III Medio, and IV Medio; vacancies and waitlists are shown in the Vacantes section for 2026.
School Day
An extended-day program is available.
Student Life
The school has an official uniform. Uniform costs are charged separately from enrolment fees and tuition.
The school has an on-site dining facility (casino-dining room) located on the main building's fourth floor. Meal plans or cafeteria charges are handled as a complementary service and billed separately from tuition.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Procedures for emotional regulation and conduct (DEC) are in place, along with individualized support plans (PTI) for students requiring additional support.
An Integrated Support Protocol for Students with Special Educational Needs (NEE) is in place, including procedures for emotional regulation and conduct (DEC) and individualized support plans (PTI).
Student Demographics
School Background
Part of Cognita, a global education group.