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Escuela Bilingüe Internacional

United States, San Francisco

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees $34,810 - 43,630
Ages 3 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 270
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Escuela Bilingüe Internacional is an independent IB World School serving students ages 3 to 14 with a bilingual program across PK-8. The school operates on two campuses: Alcatraz Avenue in Oakland (PK-1) and San Pablo Avenue in Emeryville (2-8). Opened in 2006, it is the West Coast's only Spanish-English bilingual IB World School offering both the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The language model begins with full immersion in the early years and progresses to a balanced bilingual approach through middle school, with an Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) to support Grades 2-8 with little or no prior Spanish. Lead teachers are native or near-native Spanish speakers from international backgrounds. The IB framework guides inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and biliteracy, preparing graduates for top high schools and continued success. Facilities include Alcatraz PK-1 and San Pablo 2-8 campuses with libraries, arts spaces, music and PE facilities.

www.ebinternacional.org

410 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA 94609, United States

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The Essentials

Escuela Bilingüe Internacional has 270 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Two campuses serve the Bay Area: Alcatraz Campus in Oakland and San Pablo Campus in Emeryville, California. Alcatraz Campus is located at 410 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA 94609. San Pablo Campus is located at 4550 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville, CA 94608.

Stages
Preschool (PK/TK) through 8th Grade; Lower School Kindergarten through 5th Grade; Middle School 6th through 8th Grade; Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) for Grades 2–8. IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre-Kinder through 5th Grade and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 6th through 8th Grade.

Type
Independent IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) with a Spanish-English bilingual curriculum across all grades.

Additional learning support
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Learning Differences Support; SEL begins in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and continues through Grade 8; Learning Specialists provide 1:1 and small-group support in Spanish and English; Individualized Academic Plans (IAPs) updated annually; in-class push-in support TK–5; multisensory teaching and Universal Design for Learning (UDL); 8th-grade transition support for neurodiverse students.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional ranges from USD 34,810 to USD 43,630 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Admissions application fee: USD 100, non-refundable; payable by debit or credit card at the time the application is submitted.
- Tuition-assistance application fee (Clarity): USD 65 per household for families submitting a Clarity Financial Aid application.

Tuition fees (2026–2027) — annual and per-installment breakdowns by year group

Note: the school offers FACTS payment plans (one payment, two payments, or ten monthly payments). Per-installment amounts below are calculated by dividing the annual tuition by the number of installments under each FACTS plan; FACTS plan fees apply in addition to the installment amounts.

- Preschool (PK) & Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
- Annual tuition: USD 34,810.
- Deposit (10% of tuition, non-refundable at contract signature): USD 3,481.
- One-payment (due April 30): USD 34,810 (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25 when applicable).
- Two payments (due April 30 and September 30): USD 17,405 per payment (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25).
- Ten monthly payments (first due April 30; final due January 31): USD 3,481 per month (plus FACTS annual fee USD 55).

- Lower School (Grades K–5)
- Annual tuition: USD 40,700.
- Deposit (10% of tuition, non-refundable at contract signature): USD 4,070.
- One-payment (due April 30): USD 40,700 (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25 when applicable).
- Two payments (due April 30 and September 30): USD 20,350 per payment (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25).
- Ten monthly payments (first due April 30; final due January 31): USD 4,070 per month (plus FACTS annual fee USD 55).

- Middle School (Grades 6–8)
- Annual tuition: USD 43,630.
- Deposit (10% of tuition, non-refundable at contract signature): USD 4,363.
- One-payment (due April 30): USD 43,630 (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25 when applicable).
- Two payments (due April 30 and September 30): USD 21,815 per payment (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25).
- Ten monthly payments (first due April 30; final due January 31): USD 4,363 per month (plus FACTS annual fee USD 55).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A non-refundable tuition deposit equal to 10% of the annual tuition is required when submitting the enrollment contract; deposit deadlines are mid-February for returning families and mid-March for new families.
- FACTS payment-plan options and fees:
- One Payment: FACTS annual fee USD 25; due April 30.
- Two Payments: FACTS annual fee USD 25; due April 30 and September 30.
- Ten Monthly Payments: FACTS annual fee USD 55; first payment due April 30, final payment due January 31.
- FACTS provides secure automatic deductions from a checking or savings account; enrollment in FACTS is required to complete registration and may be used for tuition, capital fund (if applicable), and Aventura extended-care billing.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable: EBI operates as a day school for Preschool through Grade 8 on its Alcatraz (Oakland) and San Pablo (Emeryville) campuses. No boarding fees are charged.

Other required or optional costs

- Capital Improvement / Capital Fund Fee (newly enrolling families): one-time, non-refundable USD 2,000 per family; exempt for families receiving tuition assistance. This contribution can be paid in one payment, two installments, or monthly via FACTS.
- Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) enrollment fee: USD 2,500 per year for students enrolled in ASP (subject to annual adjustment).
- Aventura extended day-care program (before/after school care) — separate from tuition and billed through FACTS or UltraCamp as appropriate:
- Unlimited/5-day plan (includes before and after care during school-year camps): USD 4,840.
- Unlimited/3-day plan (three pre-selected days per week; includes school-year camps): USD 3,530.
- Drop-in plan: USD 36.50 per use.
- Enrichment classes, after-school programs, and school-year camps are not included in base tuition; these auxiliary program fees are billed separately.
- School Store / spirit wear: the school maintains an online School Store (spirit wear and apparel) for purchases; spirit-wear purchases are billed separately.
- Items explicitly included in tuition: textbooks, technology devices, standard field trips, overnight trips that are part of the program, and the yearbook. Items explicitly excluded from tuition: before- and after-school care, after-school enrichment classes, and summer camps.

Refund and cancellation terms

- The enrollment deposit (10% of tuition) is non-refundable.
- The Capital Improvement Fee (one-time USD 2,000) is non-refundable. Families receiving tuition assistance are exempt from this fee.
- Contract withdrawal policy: written notice of cancellation must be submitted by May 1, 2026 to avoid further tuition obligation; the deposit remains non-refundable. After May 1, families are responsible for the full tuition amount as stated in the Enrollment Contract.

Fee payment methods and administration

- Application fee payment: debit or credit card at submission of admissions application.
- Tuition and most school charges: managed through the FACTS Tuition Management system; FACTS supports secure automatic deductions from a checking or savings account (ACH) and collects the FACTS plan fee. FACTS enrollment is required to complete registration and may be used for tuition, capital fund payments, and Aventura billing.
- Tuition-assistance application (Clarity) and its fee are submitted online through the Clarity Financial Aid platform.

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Academics

Escuela Bilingüe Internacional teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 14.

Curriculum
IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) in a Spanish-English bilingual setting. PK–8. Two campuses: Alcatraz Ave, Oakland (PK–1) and San Pablo Ave, Emeryville (2–8). Language Model: full immersion in early years with progressively balanced bilingual instruction through middle school. Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) provides an on-ramp for Grades 2–8 with little/no prior Spanish. Faculty are native or near-native Spanish-speaking lead teachers with diverse international backgrounds. IB learning emphasizes inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and biliteracy. Graduates are prepared for top high schools and future success.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes; learning support; ASP placement as part of personalized pathways.
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Admissions

Admissions
Rolling Admissions Applications Accepted Year-Round. EBI reviews applications on a rolling basis, as space allows, throughout the year. Our Admissions Process guides families through the journey to be informed and connected. 1. Inquire: Contact our Admissions Office to learn more. The Admissions Office explains options for Preschool through Grade 8, including the Accelerated Spanish Program and the Spanish-English bilingual immersion with IB World School status. 2. Visit: Schedule a personal tour of our campuses to explore our spaces. 3. Apply: Complete your application through our online portal. 4. Student Visit or Assessment: We get to know your child. 5. Decision Notification: Admissions decisions are communicated promptly. 2025-26 Admissions Dates: September 1 — Priority Application Opens; November 19 — Priority Application Deadline; January 5 — Tuition Assistance Application Opens; January 16 — Application Deadline and TA Deadline; January 24 — Student Observations/Assessments; February 7 — Student Observations/Assessments; March 3–6 — Prospective Student Shadow Days; March 6 — Decision Notification (PK/TK); March 13 — Decision Notification (K-Grade 8); March 26 — Registration Due.

Scholarships
The Tuition Assistance program is available based on demonstrated financial need and funds availability, with more than 30% of families receiving some form of tuition assistance. Families apply through Clarity Financial Aid, creating an account, starting an application, designating EBI as a school, and providing financial information and documentation, with a $65 application fee. The Clarity process includes tax verification steps and applies English translations where required; deadlines for 2026–2027 specify January 16 for both Returning and New Families to complete the Clarity submission. International families must upload income verification documents with English translations. TA awards can be applied toward the Capital Improvement Fee, and TA recipients are exempt from that fee. For questions, contact the Admissions Team via admissions@ebinistracion.org (EBI), including Ned Pinger, Director of Finance and Operations, and the TA contact listed on the Affording EBI page.
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