Education in Santiago for International Families
Santiago offers a wide range of international schools following American, British, French, German, and IB curricula. These schools cater to the growing expat community and provide world-class education recognized globally.
Top International Schools
Nido de Aguilas
Curriculum: American / IB
Location: Lo Barnechea
Ages: Pre-K to 12th Grade
Annual Fee: ~$15,000-20,000 USD
Considered South America's top American school. Beautiful campus with outstanding facilities. Strong university placement record.
The Grange School
Curriculum: British
Location: La Reina / Penalolen
Ages: Pre-K to Year 13
Annual Fee: ~$10,000-15,000 USD
Long-established British school with excellent academics and strong sports tradition. Popular among British and European families.
Santiago College
Curriculum: American-Chilean Bilingual
Location: Las Condes
Ages: Pre-K to 12th Grade
Annual Fee: ~$8,000-12,000 USD
Historic bilingual school founded in 1880. Strong community spirit and excellent bilingual education.
Craighouse
Curriculum: British-Chilean / IB
Location: Lo Barnechea
Ages: Pre-K to Year 13
Annual Fee: ~$8,000-12,000 USD
Beautiful hillside campus. Bilingual education with British heritage. Strong arts and music programs.
Lincoln International Academy
Curriculum: American / IB
Location: Las Condes
Ages: Pre-K to 12th Grade
Annual Fee: ~$8,000-12,000 USD
Diverse international student body. American-style education with IB diploma option.
Lycee Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Curriculum: French
Location: Vitacura
Ages: Pre-K to Terminale
Annual Fee: ~$6,000-10,000 USD
French international school with French baccalaureate. Ideal for French-speaking families.
Tips for Choosing a School
- Apply early: Top schools have waiting lists. Begin the application process 6-12 months before your move
- Visit during your housing search: HOMVUK can arrange temporary accommodation near your preferred school
- Consider curriculum continuity: Choose a curriculum your children can continue if you relocate again
- Location matters: School proximity should influence your housing choice. HOMVUK can recommend apartments near your preferred school
- Language support: Most schools offer ESL/ELL programs for children transitioning to a new language
Housing Near International Schools
HOMVUK specializes in corporate housing near Santiago's international schools. We can place your family in a fully furnished apartment within easy commuting distance of your children's school.
- Near Nido de Aguilas / Craighouse: La Dehesa / Lo Barnechea apartments
- Near Santiago College / Lincoln: Las Condes apartments
- Near Lycee Francais: Vitacura apartments
