West College
International School in San José
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include US Diploma.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 25) San José international school · 210 students total.
- 10 nationalities top: Costa Ricans.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at Classes start at 7:10 a.m..
210
10 (Costa Ricans)
20 avg / 25 max
Rolling
US Diploma
About West College
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.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
American
US Diploma
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.
Mandarin
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.
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.
Yes, we offer a language support program that includes leveling and tutoring sessions.
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 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.
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School Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Costa Ricans
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