International Christian School - San Jose is a IB (PYP) / IB (MYP) / IB (DP) / National Baccalaureate / Bespoke Curriculum school in San Jose, Costa Rica. Annual tuition ranges from $23 to $71 USD.
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About
International Christian School (ICS) San José is a PK-11 international school in Costa Rica serving students aged 0 to 17, located in San Miguel, Santo Domingo, Heredia. The school offers Preschool, Elementary, and Secondary education with English and Spanish instruction, combining IB programs (PYP and MYP) with a bespoke curriculum, and high school students choose between the IB Diploma and the National Baccalaureate. ICS is rooted in Christian values and emphasizes experiential learning, bilingual competence, and extracurricular engagement through athletics, arts, and nationally competitive robotics.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- STEM
- Languages
- Performing Arts
Fees & Financials
Original currency: CRC 11,760 - 36,520. Application fee: $25.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit documents — preschool applicants provide pre-school reports or prior year's report/evaluation; elementary and high school applicants provide an official transcript with grades from the last three years, a reference letter from a teacher/counselor/principal, reports from a psychologist or learning disabilities professional if applicable, a payment letter if previously enrolled in a private school, two passport-size photos, photocopies of birth certificate, immunization records, passport photo and visa pages (for foreigners or those with double-nationality), a completed student application form, and the interview form (first page filled out). Step 2: Interview and admission test — all students are interviewed and given an admission test; the test fee is USD 25. Step 3: Start — the admission procedure must be concluded before a student is allowed to start classes.
Student Life
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Teachers provide emotional and academic support to students. The school describes a healthy and calm environment for children supporting mental wellbeing.
The school emphasizes safety and a safe environment for students.
Student Demographics
School Background
Led by General Director Guadalupe Picado.
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