
Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind
Secular
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Languages
The Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito & Marcel Laniado de Wind (UEPRIM) is a 48-year-old accredited international school that offers a continuous IB curriculum. It provides a plurilingual education focused on academic excellence, international standards, and holistic development.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school defines itself as an inclusive educational community committed to excellence, environmental responsibility, and the transformation of global society. It focuses on whole human development, social responsibility, and the application of values and skills to provide students with a sense of purpose. The institution promotes a plurilingual education and a mentalidad internacional (international mindset).
Programmes
UEPRIM is an IB World School offering the full continuum of International Baccalaureate programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PEP), the Middle Years Programme (PAI), and the Diploma Programme (PD), alongside a programme for early childhood (Primera Infancia). The curriculum includes a 50/50 split between English and Spanish instruction, with additional instruction in French and Mandarin. The academic offering is complemented by subjects such as robotics, computer science, arts, and physical education, and is supported by international certifications from Cambridge, Certiport, and the Alianza Francesa.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a Department of Counseling and Student Welfare (DECE) that conducts interviews with families and students during the admissions process. The institution emphasizes a culture of coexistence based on kindness and respectful treatment.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind offer?
- Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind?
- Annual tuition at Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind is $4.7K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind hold?
- Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind holds accreditations including IB, Cambridge International and Cognia.
- Where is Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind located?
- Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe Principito y Marcel Laniado de Wind is an international school in Machala, Ecuador.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Servicios de atención a la primera infancia | — | $4.7K |
| Inicial | 3–4 | $4.7K |
| Preparatoria (Primer Grado) | — | $4.7K |
| Básica Elemental (2do, 3ero y 4to grado) | — | $4.7K |
| Básica media (5to, 6to y 7mo) | — | $4.7K |
| Básica Superior (8vo, 9no y 10mo) | — | $4.7K |
| Bachillerato | — | $4.7K |
Source:PDFCronograma_Escolar_2026-2027.pdfPDFResolucion-de-Costos-2026-2027.pdfPDFCodigo-de-Convivencia.pdfPDFCodigo-de-Conducta-Estudiantil.pdf
Other fees(1)
| Registration fee· Valor máximo de matrícula autorizado para todos los niveles, cancelado una sola vez al año. | $295.5 |
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Admissions
The admissions process includes an online application, submission of required documentation (such as birth certificates and academic reports), and an interview with the school's counseling department (DECE). For applicants from 3rd grade to 1st year of Bachillerato, the process also includes entrance examinations in Mathematics, Language and Literature, and English. A leveling course in foreign languages may be required as part of the enrollment process.
Calendar
The school operates on a trimester system. For the 2026-2027 academic year, the first trimester runs from April 7 to July 13, the second from July 20 to October 30, and the third from November 9 to February 17, 2027. The school operates on a 5-day cycle schedule.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus, located on Av. Luis Ángel León Román, features modern facilities, spacious areas, and green zones designed for learning. The school provides dedicated environments for various academic and extracurricular pursuits, including technology and arts spaces. It also maintains school bars and provides a school menu service.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including options in arts, sports, technology, and chess. Students also participate in events such as the "Fiesta de la Música" and robotics competitions, with the school having achieved national recognition in VEX IQ robotics. Leadership opportunities are available through the Student Council.

- Tania AlañaCoordinadora de Admisiones
IB PYP
Cambridge International
Cognia