Our Mandarin teacher is a native of Taiwan. Our English teachers are Costa Ricans certified in the language.

Yes, we offer a language support program that includes leveling and tutoring sessions.

Mandarin

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In the preschool levels, we have teaching assistants.

All of our classrooms are equipped with interactive smartboards. Additionally, we use various online platforms.

During COVID-19, we provided 100% virtual classes with the same level of quality and excellence. Currently, we do not use the virtual modality.

We do not follow any religion. Our program is focused on values.

We do not follow any religion.

We offer the Dual Diploma, SAT, and TOEIC on an optional basis.a

Our students have consistently achieved strong results in the Dual Diploma, SAT, and TOEIC exams. While individual scores vary, our school is committed to providing the necessary support to help students excel in these assessments. We offer personalized preparation through tutoring, workshops, and practice tests to ensure that each student performs to the best of their ability.

Few assignments are given, as the bulk of the work is done in the classroom with the teacher.

The suggested amount of time for students to complete their homework is 40 minutes.

99% of our students attend a higher educational institution after graduating from our school.

Yes, our school has a specialized professional in Special Education who ensures the genuine inclusion of all students with special learning needs. These students are included in regular classrooms, and the Special Education coordinator works closely with teachers to support lesson planning, assessments, projects, and any other necessary activities.

Support for students with special learning needs includes classroom inclusion, continuous guidance for teachers, and close coordination with families. If needed, we help families connect with external specialists or obtain updated diagnoses. Follow-up is offered through classroom observations, interviews, and specialized assessments. Educational methodologies are adapted based on each student's individual needs to ensure they can thrive academically and socially.

Our school is very inclusive and provides strong support for both students with learning difficulties and those who are gifted. For gifted, able, and talented students, we provide a differentiated curriculum designed to maximize their potential. Educational methods and classroom strategies are adapted to meet their specific strengths and needs, ensuring that every student is challenged appropriately and given opportunities to grow.

The Student Services Department consists of a School Psychologist – also serving as Department Head – responsible for assessment and intervention; a Counselor focused on supporting students' social and emotional development; and a Special Education Teacher in charge of support plans for students with special learning needs and progress monitoring.

Yes, our school administers an admission exam in the four core subjects, which also serves as a diagnostic assessment.

The evaluation covers the most relevant yearly content for each respective grade level in the core subjects: Spanish, English, Social Studies, Math, and Science. It is a written exam.

No, there is no waiting list; however, applicants must go through the official admission process, which consists of four steps: 1) School tour, 2) Admission test, interview, and submission of required documents, 3) Administrative payments, and 4) Start of classes.

We have open enrollment throughout the entire year.

Yes, it is possible to join West College even if the academic year has already started.

Classes start at 7:10 a.m.

Classes end at 2:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, and on Fridays, they end at 1:30 p.m. Maternal, Pre-Kinder, and Kinder students finish every day at 12:00 p.m.

Yes, we offer daycare services until 5 p.m.

Yes, we provide bus service to all the surrounding cantons.

Yes, we have a cafeteria service where students can purchase lunches, snacks, and breakfasts.

Yes, we have a cafeteria service where students can purchase lunches, snacks, and breakfasts.

Yes, we have a cafeteria service where students can purchase lunches, snacks, and breakfasts.

Yes, we have a cafeteria service where students can purchase lunches, snacks, and breakfasts.

Yes, we have a cafeteria service where students can purchase lunches, snacks, and breakfasts.

Yes, we have a cafeteria service where students can purchase lunches, snacks, and breakfasts.

Yes, we offer alternatives for students with special dietary needs, including vegetarian options and other specific conditions.

Yes, students are required to wear a uniform, including both the official uniform and the physical education (PE) uniform.

Currently, we offer Taekwondo club, mini veterinary club, catechism, and soccer and basketball teams. Clubs are opened based on availability.

In physical education classes, students practice various disciplines such as volleyball, soccer, basketball, and handball. Additionally, there are Zumba and body fitness classes, as well as the Taekwondo club.

Yes, we have basketball and soccer teams, and we compete in los Juegos Deportivos Estudiantiles del MEP.

We have a technology lab, science lab, mini-auditorium, gym, green field, art classroom, and spacious areas filled with nature.

We have a multipurpose gym and a natural grass soccer field.

West College is a private educational center in Escazú, where for over 35 years we have been teaching students to succeed! We have an investigative approach and offer multilingual education.

Our approach focuses on research and helping students build their own cultural background, understanding and applying knowledge to generate innovative solutions that positively impact society.