Colegio Americano de Quito was founded in 1940, and the International Section was created in 1973. The International Section was one of the first schools in Ecuador to offer an International education with immersion in English. All subjects are taught in English with the exception of the Language and Literature class. The International Baccalaureate Program is the basis of our academic program and our curriculum. Our main objective is student learning. 85% of our experienced and dynamic staff are native English speakers.
We firmly believe that all children and adolescents can succeed. With 45 years of experience in teaching children and adolescents,the International Section of Colegio Americano de Quito is considered the best and most prestigious educational option in Ecuador.
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Requirements
Each candidate is assessed individually, with the aim of measuring if the student is ready for the level he/she applies and knowing if the student is prepared both academically and emotionally to enter our institution:
For Nursery to First Grade, the candidate’s level of maturity is evaluated to know if the student is ready for our school environment.
For grades 2nd through 6th, math skills, reading comprehension, and emotional maturity are assessed. The evaluation is done in English. Students are included in their Spanish level, when applicable.
For grades 7th through 12th, verbal, oral and written English proficiency, mathematical operations, problem solving and reading comprehension, as well as emotional maturity are evaluated. All candidates are evaluated in English. Students are included in their Spanish level, when applicable.
The complete application sheet will only be accepted if the following documents are attached:
Nursery & Preschool
- 2 wallet size photos
- Copy of birth certificate
- Evaluation from the Nursery, if applicable
- Letter from the Director or Student Counselor of the Institution from which the child comes describing disposition, attitude and behavior
- Copy of identity card and/or passport of the Parents
- Application Form
- School Transportation Form
- Current Certificate that states there are no outstanding debts with the School
Primary
- 2 wallet size photos
- Copy of birth certificate
- Copy of all report cards
- Letter from the Director or Student Counselor of the Institution from which the child comes describing disposition, attitude and behavior
- Copy of identity card and/or passport of the Parents
- Application Form
- School Transportation Form
- Current Certificate that states there are no outstanding debts with the School
Secundary
- 2 wallet size photos
- Copy of birth certificate
- Copy of all report cards
- Letter from the Director or Student Counselor of the Institution from which the child comes describing disposition, attitude and behavior
- Copy of identity card and/or passport of the Parents
- Application Form
- School Transportation Form
- Current Certificate that states there are no outstanding debts with the School
If the application is approved
In case the applicant is approved, the following documentation must be submitted to the International Section Direction to initiate registry:
- Duly filled medical form
- Pediatrician’s certificate of good health
- Pediatrician’s certificate of Vaccines
- Certificate from eye doctor
- Certificate from ear, nose and throat doctor
- Blood type certificate
- Certificate from dentist
Class Hours:
Nursery: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Pre-Kinder & Kinder: 9:00 am – 1:50 pm
Primary: 7:55 am – 2:30 pm
Secondary: 7:40 am – 2:40 pm
Extracurricular Activities: 2:50 pm – 4:00 pm