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Inter-American School

Christian

Updated July 2026

3–18Ages
Co-edGender
Non-profitOwnership

Languages

English flagEnglishSpanish flagSpanish

Inter-American School (IAS) is a Christian, college-preparatory school in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, that provides a North American-style education in an English-immersion environment. It serves a multi-national student body with the goal of preparing graduates for success at universities in North America and Latin America.

Teaching approach

The school operates as a Christ-centered community, with a mission to promote academic excellence and foster a life of Christian service. Its educational approach integrates faith and learning through a commitment to Biblical principles, aiming to prepare students to be purposeful, responsible citizens and leaders. The school emphasizes the development of character, integrity, and a sense of community responsibility.

Programmes

The school offers a North American-based curriculum that emphasizes critical and creative thinking across all subjects. The academic programme is delivered in an English-only environment, with additional elective courses offered in Spanish to ensure students achieve competency in both languages. The curriculum spans from Pre-Kindergarten through high school, incorporating Bible studies and a secondary-level advisory programme to support student development.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
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Learning support

The school employs school counselors to support the personal and academic needs of its students. Additionally, an instructional coach is on staff to support faculty development and teaching practices. Small class sizes are a core feature of the school's approach, allowing for greater attention to the individual academic and personal needs of each student.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What ages does Inter-American School teach?
Inter-American School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
What accreditations does Inter-American School hold?
Inter-American School holds accreditations including ACSI and Middle States Association.
Is Inter-American School co-educational?
Inter-American School is a co-ed school.
Where is Inter-American School located?
Inter-American School is an international school in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

About the campus

The campus features a range of facilities designed to support a comprehensive learning environment, including a library and dedicated spaces for art and physical education. Recent campus improvements have included construction projects to expand the school's physical footprint and upgrades to technology resources. The school maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment intended to foster a commitment to the preservation and improvement of the physical surroundings.

  • Sunshine Price
    Sunshine PriceDirector
  • Lynae Ovalle
    Lynae OvalleDean of Students/Principal
  • Veronica Godinez
    Veronica GodinezBusiness Manager
  • Kandy Ramirez
    Kandy RamirezTechnical Director
  • Valeria Rodriguez
    Valeria RodriguezSchool Counselor
  • Maria Jose De Leon
    Maria Jose De LeonSchool Counselor
  • Rebekah Augspurger
    Rebekah AugspurgerInstructional Coach