Admissions Form

Welcome to the CRIA Community!


Thank you for considering Costa Rica International Academy (CRIA) for your child’s education.
We’re delighted that you’re exploring our vibrant international community on the beautiful Gold Coast of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. At CRIA, we understand that choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make. That’s why our admissions process is personalized, transparent, and welcoming — from your first inquiry to your child’s first day on campus. Whether you’re a local family, new to Costa Rica, or relocating internationally, our team is here to make your transition seamless and your experience exceptional.

 

Please fill out the online Application Form below. (10-15 mins)

Checklist of documents required:

  • Birth certificate
  • Vaccination record
  • Parent/legal guardian passports, or national ID for CR citizens
  • KG-Grade 8: Last two years of Final Report Cards or transcripts
  • Grade 9-12: Full High School Official Transcript
  • IEP documents (if applicable)

 

We will respond promptly to ensure that your application is processed in a timely manner.

 

Lois Maré
School Director
l.mare@criacademy.com
Tel: +506-2654-5042
400 m sur Hotel Westin
Playa Brasilito, Guanacaste
Costa Rica

 



APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

Student Information:

Student Name(Required)
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Gender(Required)
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Brothers and Sisters of Applicant:

Parents Information:

PREVIOUS SCHOOL(S):



ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT

Parent/Guardian
First Name | Last Name | Mother's Maiden Name
grade

grade in Costa Rica International Academy, Guanacaste, Costa Rica,

I understand that this agreement will be automatically extended to cover my financial obligations to Costa Rica International Academy (CRIA) each time I re-matriculate my child at CRIA. I agree to assume full responsibility for the payment of my child's tuition and other related fees for the entire period of enrollment at CRIA.

I understand that I must pay a non-refundable tuition fee deposit upon enrolling my child at CRIA and that said fee is due again well in advance of the beginning of each new school year.

I understand that overdue bills are subject to a monthly 1.5% surcharge on the balance due on tuition and other related fees. Failure to pay an overdue bill after the second notice will result in the suspension of my child from classes until the bill is paid or de-enrollment at the end of the term. The tuition fee is not refundable.

I agree to accept the rules and expectations of the school for my son/daughter as outlined in handbooks and other communications of school staff.

I grant permission to the school for my child to participate in officially sponsored school events, including sports and field trips away from the school premises. I understand that I sign a Field Trip Permission Form at enrollment which will cover permission for all field trips during the year.

I agree that photos or videos of my child participating in academic, social and sporting events may be used for promotional materials. If I do not want my child's likeness used for these purposes, I will inform the School Director in writing.

I have read and fully understand and accept the above stipulations as conditions for enrolling my child in Costa Rica International Academy.


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HEALTH AND EMERGENCY INFORMATION

Hospital of Preference:
Clinic of preference:

HEALTH INFORMATION

Allergy:(Required)

STUDENT’S MEDICAL HISTORY

Medical History

MEDICATION

If your child experiences fever and/or pain while at school, please indicate if the school is authorized to administer mild medication:
If yes, check the type below:

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Please provide us with the names of two persons whom we should contact in your absence:

Contact 1

Contact 2

All reasonable attempts will be made to contact you or your emergency contacts in the case of an emergency. However, if we are unable to reach a parent of the emergency contact listed on this form, CRIA reserves the right to take your child to a nearby hospital or clinic in the case of an emergency.









Special Learning Needs

Costa Rica International Academy has the following resources to address the children with special needs:

  • Small Classrooms
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Supportive administration

Due to limited resources, we are not able to meet needs of all students with special learning needs. Acceptance of students with special learning needs will be determined on a case by case basis.

My child has an individualized Education Program (I.E.P):(Required)

If yes, please attach the I.E.P to your enrollment application.
(The report should not have more than 3 years)

Drop files here or
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