Young Living Academy

The school promotes a constructivist pedagogical approach where students are the protagonists of their own learning process, utilizing collaborative work and the theory of multiple intelligences. Its mission is to provide an inclusive, integral education with international standards to form leaders with critical, scientific, and ecological thinking. The institution emphasizes values such as authenticity, solidarity, integrity, empathy, and a growth mindset.

The academic offering spans from Inicial 2 through 3rd year of BGU (Bachillerato General Unificado). The curriculum incorporates inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, and Project-Based Learning (PBL) to foster critical and creative thinking. The school also implements a bilingualism plan and offers specialized instruction in subjects such as mathematics, language and literature, music, art, and physical education.

The school has graduated 149 students to date. It operates the D. Gary Young Global Leadership Fund for Higher Education, which provides scholarships to outstanding graduates to cover tuition, food, transportation, and academic materials at higher education institutions.

The school employs a dedicated school psychologist and a nurse to support student well-being. Additionally, the institution provides student counseling services as part of its commitment to the physical, mental, and emotional balance of its learners.

The school accepts applications from July 1st to September 30th each year. It maintains a maximum capacity of 25 students per classroom, with two parallel classes from Inicial 2 through 4th grade of General Basic Education, and one parallel class from 5th grade through 3rd year of BGU. Interested families may contact the admissions office via email or phone for further information.

The school website provides a list of past and future events, though specific current academic calendar dates are not detailed. The institution maintains a community-focused environment with ongoing projects and parent-school engagement.

Located at Km. 24 via a la Costa in Chongoncito, Guayaquil, the campus features specialized learning spaces including a living plant laboratory known as the Runachay Living Lab. The school provides necessary educational resources and nutrition to its students through its sponsorship program.

The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities including technology, arts, and sports. Students also participate in community development projects and environmental programs, such as the Runachay Living Lab, which serves as a living plant laboratory.