Sistema Educativo Saint Clare
Christian, Founded 1959
Updated July 2026
Languages
English
FrenchSaint Clare is a non-profit educational system in Costa Rica that provides integral formation for children and adolescents through a Franciscan-inspired, interdisciplinary pedagogical model. It is committed to academic excellence and the development of students' physical, social, and emotional skills.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is guided by Franciscan humanism and a 'philosophy of tenderness,' which emphasizes learning based on affection, empathy, and the value of life. Its core values include peace, charity, creativity, freedom, justice, fraternity, and respect, all aimed at fostering the integral development of students.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum spanning pre-school, primary, and secondary levels, alongside special education pathways. The academic program includes instruction in English and French as a third language, complemented by international cultural exchange opportunities in France, England, and Singapore. The curriculum is delivered through an Interdisciplinary Pedagogical System.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides personalized socio-emotional support, offering students tools for self-knowledge, emotional management, and the development of healthy interpersonal relationships. Additionally, the institution operates the PROEI program, which provides specialized education services for primary and secondary students.
Tuition & fees
This school publishes fees only on request — contact admissions for a current schedule.
Admissions
The school manages admissions for pre-school, primary, and secondary levels, as well as special education (PROEI). Prospective families are invited to attend an annual information session and admission testing event, typically held in August for the following academic year. Priority is granted to families who complete the required documentation process.
Calendar
The school hosts an annual admissions event for new applicants, with the 2027 intake process scheduled for August 8, 2026. Information sessions and testing take place during this time.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is located in San Juan de La Unión and is described as a secure, comfortable environment surrounded by nature. Facilities include laboratories, gymnasiums, sports courts, and four distinct dining options for students. The institution maintains these facilities through ongoing investment of its annual surpluses.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities designed to cultivate student talent. These include programs in sports, arts, and music, as well as specialized academic opportunities such as the Model United Nations and various university-linked programs.
MAP Alejandro Gómez AloisioPresidenteServes as the President of the Board of Directors, which is responsible for the most important decisions of the educational system.
MBA Wady Sibaja MolinaVicepresidenteServes as the Vice President of the Board of Directors.
M.Sc. Rebeca Méndez ArgüelloSecretariaServes as the Secretary of the Board of Directors.
Ing. Sheidron Grau SolanoTesoreroServes as the Treasurer of the Board of Directors.
Lic. Esteban Gamboa BermúdezVocal 1Serves as a member of the Board of Directors.
- Sylvia Camacho CastroDirectora Académica Preescolar
Serves as the Academic Director of Preschool; holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration.
- Ed.D. Ivannia Patricia Lépiz ValerioDirectora Académica Primaria
Serves as the Academic Director of Primary School; holds a Doctorate in Education and a Master's degree in Education.
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