Early Childhood Education

At Centro Educativo Costa Ballena International School, our Early Childhood Education program (Pre-K1-1st Grade) focuses on nurturing the whole child. In these foundational years, students develop essential language skills through our dual-immersion environment while building strong social-emotional competencies that support success both in and out of the classroom.

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Children are introduced to the fundamental concepts that prepare them for their future academic curriculum all within a warm, engaging, and supportive learning atmosphere. Our weekly program also includes music, physical education, and art, giving young learners opportunities to explore creativity, movement and self-expression.

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Primary and Secondary School

Centro Educativo Costa Ballena (CECB)  is a dual immersion primary and secondary school where learning extends far beyond the classroom.  Our educational model blends experiential learning with an interdisciplinary curriculum, all within a richly multicultural environment.  At CECB, we place the growth and development of every student at the center of our mission. Our low student-to-teacher ratio allows us to provide personalized guidance, meaningful support, and numerous opportunities for self-enrichment and personal discovery.

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Through hands-on projects, language immersion, and real-world learning experiences, students strengthen their sense of independence and self-worth while developing essential academic and social competencies. We maintain high standards of achievement and behavior, nurturing these within a structured, caring, and supportive community.

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The result is an educational experience that empowers students to become confident, capable, and globally minded individuals, prepared not only for academic success, but for life.

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A school recognized for excellence in teaching and learning

CECB is an independent, dual immersion school serving students from Preschool through Secondary. Our academic program integrates two rigorous standards: U.S. educational standards for English-taught classes and the Costa Rican Ministry of Education (MEP) standards for the Spanish-taught classes. This dual approach ensures a strong, balanced, and comprehensive bilingual education.

 

Known for both our dual-immersion program and our commitment to scientific academic excellence, CECB provides students with a high-quality education led by a professional and dedicated staff.  Our multi-faceted and stimulating learning environment challenges students academically while supporting their growth as independent thinkers and learners.

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Beyond the classroom, students have opportunities to explore the creative arts, engage in physical activity, and develop essential life skills that contribute to their personal and intellectual development.

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CECB earned MEP accreditation for Primary School in 2012 and Secondary School accreditation in 2021, reflecting our ongoing commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

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Ethos and Values
We are a secular school whose aim is to inspire children to discover and reach their fullest potential on the road to lifelong learning. We strive to raise caring students who possess integrity
and a healthy respect for others. We believe that experience is the best teacher of all, whether
through the experiential learning style in our classrooms, circle time, science fair, cultural events and fund raisers. We expect all of our students to make a positive contribution to the world around them, and by doing so, to understand more about themselves. We welcome students from all religious denominations and backgrounds, and we foster an atmosphere of tolerance and support irrespective of race, gender, nationality or belief.

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Partnership With Parents 
The quality of our relationships with students and their families is very important to us and we
value the partnership of our students' lives and learning at home and at school. By creating close
working relationships with our students and their parents, we do our best to support the needs of
every student in our care. 

 

Our open door policy means that parents are always welcome to make an appointment to visit
and see the school in action. Similarly, we hope that parents will not hesitate to contact us to
discuss any concerns they may have regarding their child’s schooling.