Highlands International School San Salvador

El Salvador, Santa Tecla

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Spanish, English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages English, French

Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

Highlands International School San Salvador is a private, bilingual Catholic international school serving preschool through high school in Santa Tecla, La Libertad. The campus operates a bespoke curriculum within the Semper Altius network, which applies the Regnum Christi education model across 19 countries. The school emphasizes an active, project-based learning approach supported by technology to develop critical and creative thinking. Ten exit competencies guide student development, including Love of God, personal care and character formation, pursuit of truth, healthy relationships, multilingual communication, creativity and artistic sensitivity, innovation and problem solving, social responsibility, interculturality, and Christian leadership in service. Instruction is delivered in two languages, with English aligned to Cambridge certifications and access to SAT/TOEFL, and French introduced as a third language from middle school, through DELF A1/A2. The campus features Maker Space, ALE classrooms, Pinion Lab, ALE Library, a Robotics Lab, a swimming pool, chapels, and cafeterias. Cognia accreditation worldwide.

www.highlands.edu.sv

Carretera Panamericana y Bulevar Monseñor Romero, pasaje privado contiguo a Casa Presidencial, Santa Tecla, La Libertad, 01501, El Salvador

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The Essentials

Location

The Highlands International School San Salvador is located at Carretera Panamericana and Bulevar Monseñor Romero, a private passage adjacent to Casa Presidencial, Santa Tecla, La Libertad, 01501, El Salvador. It is along the Pan-American corridor in Santa Tecla.

Stages

Preschool, Primary, Secondary, High School

Type

Private, bilingual Catholic international school

Additional learning support

Personalized, close learning support with attention to individual development.

Religious affiliation

Catholic

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Fees

Application fees

- Application fee: Not published. Highlands International School San Salvador requires completion of an application and submission of required documents as part of the admissions process; no fixed application-fee amount is published publicly.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Published numeric tuition amounts by grade, term, or academic year are not available publicly. Highlands International School San Salvador does not list detailed per‑grade or per‑term tuition figures on its admissions and program pages. Any specific tuition amounts per year group must be obtained directly from admissions.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual-payment discount: A 6% discount is offered for payment of the annual tuition in full.
- Standard billing schedule and installment options (number of terms, due dates, late‑payment penalties) are not published publicly. Families should expect the school to set a billing schedule as part of enrollment agreements; the school provides an online payments portal for executing payments.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding or residential program and no boarding fees are listed in the school's information for San Salvador. Highlands International School San Salvador presents itself as a day school across its level pages (Pre‑school, Primary, Middle, High School); no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, transport, capital fees, etc.)

- Specific amounts for uniforms, textbooks, extracurricular activity fees, transportation, special program fees, or one‑time capital fees are not published publicly. The admissions process and promotional materials mention standard items such as exams, evaluations, and extracurricular activities but do not provide fixed cost figures.

Refund information

- No public refund or fee‑cancellation policy with numerical or procedural details is published. Refund terms and conditions (for withdrawals, cancellations, or overpayments) are not listed on the public admissions pages.

Fee payment options

- An online payment portal is available for executing payments. The portal accepts user‑entered payment amounts via the school's payment page. Specific accepted payment methods (credit card, debit card, bank transfer, local payment services) are not itemized publicly.

Summary statement for database use

- Highlands International School San Salvador publishes its admissions process, contact details, and an online payments portal and offers a 6% discount for payment of annual tuition in full. The school does not publish fixed numeric amounts for application fees, tuition by grade or term, boarding (no boarding program listed), other ancillary fees, refund policy details, or specific accepted payment methods on its publicly accessible pages. For any numeric fee fields in your database where exact amounts are required, those entries are not available from the school's public information.

Academics

Curriculum

From preschool through high school, Highlands San Salvador uses a holistic, faith-based educational model. The pedagogy emphasizes active learning, cooperative work, project-based learning, and cutting-edge technology to develop critical and creative thinking. The program centers on ten exit competencies, including Love of God; personal care and character formation; pursuit of truth; healthy and constructive relationships; multilingual communication; creativity and artistic sensitivity; innovation, design, and problem solving; problem solving; social responsibility and interculturality; and Christian leadership in service. Students study in two languages, with English instruction supporting Cambridge certifications and access to external exams such as the SAT and TOEFL in English and DELF A1/A2 in French. The curriculum integrates values, leadership development, and technology to prepare students for higher education and global engagement.

Higher Education Progression

Students pursue higher education through Cambridge English certifications and through the SAT pathway; TOEFL is available in English and DELF A1/A2 in French, enabling study at universities in El Salvador or abroad.

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Admissions

1. Complete the admissions application. The application form is downloadable and submitted as part of the admissions process. 2. Request an online or in‑person information session with the admissions team to learn about requirements, costs, and seat availability for the desired grade. 3. Deliver the documents required at each stage of the admissions process. 4. Complete the psychopedagogical and academic evaluation in person or online (as applicable to the grade). 5. Conduct the interview in person or remotely with the leadership team. 6. Promotions: The plan offers a 6% discount on the annual tuition payment. 7. Schedule a visit and receive information about tuition and admission exams. Leave your details and we will contact you to answer your questions.

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FAQs

What levels of education does Highlands International School San Salvador provide?

Highlands San Salvador offers education from preschool through high school. It is a private, bilingual Catholic international school within the Semper Altius network. The program emphasizes active, project-based learning and technology, with instruction in two languages and English support for Cambridge certifications, plus access to SAT/TOEFL and DELF A1/A2 as exams.

Where is Highlands International School San Salvador located?

The campus is at Carretera Panamericana and Bulevar Monseñor Romero, a private passage adjacent to Casa Presidencial in Santa Tecla, La Libertad (postal code 01501), along the Pan-American corridor. This location places it just outside central San Salvador in Santa Tecla.

What is the admissions process for Highlands San Salvador?

The admissions process starts by completing the application and submitting required documents. You then attend an information session, complete psychopedagogical and academic evaluations, and have an interview with the leadership team. The school offers a 6% discount for annual tuition payments.

Are tuition or application fees published publicly?

Publicly published fixed tuition amounts by grade are not provided; you need to contact admissions for exact figures. There is an online payments portal for tuition, and a 6% discount is offered for paying annual tuition in full. Application fee amounts are not published publicly.

What is Highlands San Salvador's curriculum and its exit competencies?

The school uses a holistic, faith-based curriculum from preschool through high school. It centers on ten exit competencies, including Love of God, multilingual communication, creativity, and Christian leadership in service. Students study in two languages with English supporting Cambridge certifications and access to external exams like SAT/TOEFL and DELF A1/A2.

How does Highlands San Salvador prepare students for higher education?

English proficiency is supported through Cambridge certifications and the SAT/TOEFL pathway. French is offered with DELF A1/A2 in middle school. The bilingual program prepares students for higher education locally or abroad.

What academic facilities does the Highlands San Salvador campus have?

The campus includes Maker Space, ALE classrooms, Pinion Lab, ALE Library, and a Robotics Lab to support hands-on learning. A technology-rich environment runs throughout the curriculum. These facilities support STEAM and project-based inquiry.

What sports and facilities are available on site?

There is a swimming pool, chapels, and on-site cafeterias. In Secondary, students participate in intercollegiate tournaments, including the Semper Altius Torneo de la Amistad, a major regional sporting event.

What extracurricular programs and arts are available?

The school emphasizes STEAM with robotics and digital tools and partners with Vinna Music for musical education, including violin, viola, and cello ensembles. Students also engage in arts and culture to foster creativity and emotional development in a bilingual environment.

How are leadership and service integrated into student life?

Leadership development is integrated into the school ethos through Christian leadership of service. The NET virtues framework guides students to act with integrity and serve others in their communities, creating a values-driven learning culture.

How does Highlands support English language learners (EAL) and bilingual students?

Highlands uses a bilingual model with strong English development and Cambridge certifications. A second language is learned from preschool through daily activities to support bilingual fluency. This approach helps students communicate in multiple languages.

How does Highlands address safeguarding and student wellbeing?

The school runs a Safe Environments program with safeguarding policies and ongoing training to ensure safe spaces for students. There are clear reporting channels and rigorous hiring filters, plus supervision of all activities with minors. Mental and physical wellbeing initiatives are also part of the program.

What is Highlands San Salvador's religious affiliation and how does it shape the school?

Highlands is Catholic and part of the Semper Altius network, which informs its values and approach to education. Faith and service are integrated into daily life and leadership development. The school emphasizes Christian ethics across the curriculum.

How is leadership and character development cultivated at Highlands?

Leadership development is embedded in the school's ethos, focusing on character formation and service. The NET virtues framework supports interpersonal and professional growth as students become responsible leaders. This is integrated across programs and activities.

What accreditation or accreditation status does Highlands San Salvador hold?

Highlands San Salvador is Cognia-accredited and is part of the Semper Altius network of Catholic bilingual schools. This accreditation supports adherence to international standards and ongoing improvement.

What languages are taught and when is French introduced?

English is taught with a strong emphasis on the four language skills. French is introduced as a third language beginning in middle school, offering DELF A1/A2. The bilingual program aims for fluency in both languages.

What language assessments are used to certify results?

English language proficiency is certified through Cambridge certifications, with access to SAT/TOEFL. French proficiency is validated through DELF A1/A2, providing internationally recognized credentials.

How does Highlands connect to the Semper Altius network and its broader mission?

Highlands San Salvador is part of the Semper Altius network, a Catholic bilingual education model operating in 19 countries. The network has over 65 years of experience and more than 70,000 graduates, promoting global perspectives and best practices.

How does Highlands promote community service and global citizenship?

The school emphasizes social responsibility and interculturality as part of its exit competencies. Christian leadership in service guides students to engage with and serve their communities, fostering active citizenship and compassionate leadership.

What is the school's approach to culture and community in education?

The school integrates arts, culture, and sports with academics, supported by NET virtues to create a values-based environment. Students develop well-rounded skills, teamwork, and appreciation for diverse cultures within a supportive, global community.

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