International Schools in Caracas, Venezuela

Last updated 13 July 2026

About international schools in Caracas, Venezuela

Caracas hosts a small, concentrated group of international and bilingual schools that most commonly offer American-style programmes, British pathways (IGCSE/A-levels or British curricula) and International Baccalaureate options, with English used as the primary language of instruction and Spanish taught alongside or as a second language. Annual tuition at these schools varies widely and is usually quoted in US dollars; publicly available examples run from under USD 10,000 for early years places to over USD 30,000 for upper-school IB years, and most schools publish exact fees only on request. Admissions follow the local school calendar (many schools run an August - June year) and are managed directly by each school’s admissions office; expect to supply previous school reports, identity/passport documents and health records as part of an application. Practically, relocating families should budget separately for uniforms, transport, exams and extracurriculars, check whether English-support (EAL/ESOL) and Spanish-as-additional-language provision is available, and ask about logistics such as bus service and embassy links when they enquire.

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At a glance 6 schools · avg fee USD 20,925

Schools listed: 6
Curricula: 6
Average annual fee: USD 20,925
Fee range: USD 8,960 – 32,890
Most common curriculum: American Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size: 362 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Academia Washington
Oldest: Colegio Internacional de Caracas (1896)

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Colegio Humboldt Caracas

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Which curricula are offered by international schools in Caracas and how do they differ?

Most international schools in Caracas offer American-style programmes, British curricula (culminating in IGCSE/A-level pathways or British assessment models) and the International Baccalaureate in upper years. The American approach typically emphasises a high-school diploma and credit-based progression, British programmes focus on subject exams such as IGCSEs, and the IB Diploma is an internationally recognised two-year pre-university course with a broad, inquiry-based structure.

How much should I expect to pay for tuition and extra costs?

Published annual tuition figures vary considerably between schools and by age, and many schools only share current rates when parents contact admissions; publicly available examples show early years fees below USD 10,000 and upper-school IB years above USD 30,000 in some cases. In addition to base tuition, families should budget for one-off application or enrolment charges, uniforms, textbooks and exam fees, transport, lunches and extracurricular activities, and should ask the school for a full fee schedule and payment options.

When should we apply and what documents will schools typically ask for?

Most schools follow the August - June academic year and run their main intake for the start of that cycle, although many accept enquiries and mid-year placements subject to space. Expect to provide recent school reports or transcripts, passport/identity documents, proof of vaccination/health records and, for non-Spanish speakers, information about language support needs; specific entry testing or interviews may also be part of the process, so request the school’s admissions checklist early.

What language support and bilingual provision can families expect?

English is commonly the primary language of instruction in international schools in Caracas, with Spanish taught either as a native language course or as a modern language; many schools also run English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL/ESOL) support for learners arriving with limited English. Parents should ask each school how they separate native-Spanish and foreign-language Spanish groups, what EAL levels are offered, and whether language progression is assessed and reported formally.

What practical checks should relocating parents make when visiting schools in Caracas?

Ask to see the school’s curriculum and accreditation statements (for example IB authorisation or recognised British accreditation), sample reports/transcripts and recent inspection or accreditation summaries, and clarify transport, security and health provisions such as bus routes, campus access procedures and on-site medical support. Also request a full, written breakdown of fees and additional charges, details of language-support services, and a clear description of how the school supports university or overseas transitions so you can compare what matters most for your child.

International Schools in Caracas, Venezuela

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Lycée Français de Caracas

French Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

Escuela Campo Alegre

American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate · Ages 4 to 18

Academia Washington

American Curriculum

The British School Caracas

British Curriculum

Colegio Internacional de Caracas

American Curriculum, IB (MYP) · Ages 2 to 18

Colegio Humboldt Caracas

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