Colegio Internacional SEK Las Américas

The school is guided by the principles of the SEK International Institution, focusing on the student as the nucleus of the pedagogical process. It promotes education in freedom, solidarity, and the development of personal skills, while opposing rivalry and greed. The institution aims to foster autonomous, critical, and responsible individuals who are prepared for the demands of the 21st century.

The school offers a bilingual curriculum in English and Spanish across preschool, primary, and secondary levels. The academic programme incorporates project-based learning, interdisciplinary studies, and a strong emphasis on values, technology, and coding. Students also have access to international exchange programmes in the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as official academic certifications in English and French.

The school emphasizes a student-centered approach where teachers act as guides and facilitators. The educational model focuses on developing metacognitive skills, autonomy, and self-directed learning, supported by a warm environment of respect, empathy, and collaboration.

The school offers a bilingual curriculum beginning in Pre-kindergarten and continuing through to university. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the Director of Admissions for further information or to book a personalized visit to the campus.

The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with administrative offices open Monday through Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. Specific term dates and institutional events are managed through the school's internal documentation and communication channels.

The campus features modern infrastructure designed to support student learning and development. Facilities include specialized Mac classrooms, a library, and technology-integrated spaces that support an iPad 1:1 project and coding and robotics instruction. Additional services provided on-site include transport, dining, medical care, and insurance.

Students participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities, including clubs, sports, and institutional events. The school is part of the global InterSEK network, which hosts annual international sports and cultural competitions, and offers specialized programmes such as a football clinic, Green Week in Costa Rica, and summer camps at St. John’s in England.