Gsd International School Costa Rica

Part of Gredos San Diego (GSD), Founded 2018

Updated July 2026

Curriculum

Accreditations

GSD International School Costa Rica is a global-minded educational institution located in La Guácima, Alajuela, offering a comprehensive international curriculum for students from pre-school through secondary education. It is part of the Gredos San Diego (GSD) cooperative network, combining Spanish and Costa Rican educational models.

Teaching approach

The school is founded on a cooperative model that emphasizes teamwork, cooperation, and a "borderless, experience-based" approach to education. It seeks to prepare committed citizens for a global society by fostering values such as tolerance, respect, solidarity, honesty, and critical thinking. The educational project aims to influence society through integral, high-quality education that integrates technology and environmental awareness.

Programmes

The school provides education across three main stages: Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary. The curriculum incorporates cooperative learning, technology-integrated instruction, and specific subjects such as Chinese language and culture, chess, environmental education, and swimming. The school also offers information related to the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme.

Outcomes

Graduates have gone on to receive scholarships at prestigious universities and participate in international competitions, such as the International Show Jumping Festival and the International Chinese Bridge Competition. Students have also achieved recognition in Model United Nations conferences and received international awards for educational innovation.

Student support

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Learning support
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Learning support

The school features a Guidance Department and a "Centro Crea-t," which provides growth, education, and therapeutic support. The institution emphasizes orientation and attention to diversity as part of its pedagogical principles.

Frequently asked questions(3)
What curriculum does Gsd International School Costa Rica offer?
Gsd International School Costa Rica offers IB Diploma.
What accreditations does Gsd International School Costa Rica hold?
Gsd International School Costa Rica holds accreditations including IB.
Where is Gsd International School Costa Rica located?
Gsd International School Costa Rica is an international school in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

The school hosts open house events for prospective families to tour the facilities and learn about the educational project. Interested parties may contact the school directly for information regarding the admissions process.

Calendar

The school maintains an academic calendar that is available for review by families. The school year typically includes various events, such as open houses, which have been scheduled in August.

Facilities

Swimming poolSports fieldGymnasiumTheatre / auditoriumScience labsSTEM lab

About the campus

Built in 2017, the 30,000 m2 campus is located in the Ciudad Hacienda Los Reyes residential neighborhood. Facilities include technology-equipped science, computing, and robotics laboratories, a heated and covered swimming pool, an artificial grass 11-a-side football pitch, a covered sports center, an auditorium, and various green areas. The school also provides an on-site food service with menus supervised by dietitians.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including a Debate and Speech Club, a folkloric group, and sports teams such as swimming and football. Students also participate in international events like the Model United Nations (MUN), the International Chinese Bridge Competition, and environmental conferences. Additionally, the school organizes cultural and linguistic exchanges, study trips, and theme camps through the "Match the People" initiative.

  • Juan BarrileroManaging and Academic Director

    Juan Barrilero serves as the Managing and Academic Director of GSD International School Costa Rica. He has represented the school at high-level events, including a reception with His Majesty King Felipe VI.

  • Iñaki DíezAssistant Director

    Iñaki Díez serves as the Assistant Director of the school.

  • María Fernanda CalderónChief Financial Officer (CFO)

    María Fernanda Calderón holds the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the school.

  • Adrián HerreraGeneral Services Director

    Adrián Herrera serves as the General Services Director for the institution.

  • Ana María GutiérrezGlobal Initiatives Director

    Ana María Gutiérrez is the Global Initiatives Director at GSD International School Costa Rica.

  • Alejandra MoraPre-school Education Head Office

    Alejandra Mora serves as the Head Office for Pre-school Education.

  • Tatiana CorderoPre-school Coordinator

    Tatiana Cordero serves as the Pre-school Coordinator.