Colegio Miravalle
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Colegio Miravalle is a bilingual educational institution in Cartago, Costa Rica, that provides comprehensive education from preschool through secondary school. It is recognized for its academic excellence, integration of technology, and commitment to fostering critical thinking and global citizenship.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school promotes collaborative learning under a sustainable development approach, aiming to form solidary, entrepreneurial, and knowledgeable individuals. Its core values include commitment, compassion, respect, peace, truth, collaboration, interculturality, loyalty, and environmental sustainability. The educational methodology focuses on active learning, specifically Project-Based Learning (PBL), Problem-Based Learning, Challenge-Based Learning, and Art-Based Learning, all supported by the Theory of Multiple Intelligences and Thinking-Based Learning (TBL) routines.
Programmes
The academic offering includes the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and a bilingual curriculum that emphasizes the gradual development of English proficiency. Specialized programmes include the Music Fever method, which is taught in English, and a programming curriculum that introduces JAVA starting at age two, with a professional certification available in the eleventh year. The school also utilizes the Progrentis platform to optimize student learning.
Outcomes
The school has a history of over 30 years, with 1,308 graduates to date. It has produced 119 graduates from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and students have access to international certifications in English through the University of Cambridge and in JAVA programming.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a Student Welfare Department (Departamento de Bienestar Estudiantil) dedicated to supporting the student body. Additionally, the school implements specific protocols for school safety and provides ongoing professional training for staff regarding student well-being and educational excellence.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Colegio Miravalle offer?
- Colegio Miravalle offers IB Diploma.
- What accreditations does Colegio Miravalle hold?
- Colegio Miravalle holds accreditations including IB.
- Where is Colegio Miravalle located?
- Colegio Miravalle is an international school in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The admissions process requires an interview with parents or legal guardians, the completion of student admission tests or observations, and the submission of all required documentation. Families must also sign an educational services contract and pay the enrollment fee to finalize the process. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the school's customer service unit to schedule a visit and receive detailed information regarding costs and schedules.
Calendar
The school operates on a weekly schedule from Monday to Friday, with daily hours from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on a 30,000-square-meter campus, the school features 13 modules containing 60 classrooms, auditoriums, and modern laboratories. Specialized facilities include an area for preschool with a multisensory stimulation room, an atelier, a library, and "21st Century" classrooms. Athletic and recreational infrastructure includes a synthetic field, a gymnasium, and various green areas, all supported by 24-hour security monitoring.
Co-curriculars
The school offers more than 30 options for sports, cultural, and artistic clubs designed to complement the students' integral education. These extracurricular activities are tailored to student interests and preferences to foster cultural, intellectual, and athletic development. Additionally, the school facilitates cultural and academic exchange programs to the United States and England.
IB Diploma