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If you're researching international schools in Antofagasta, Chile, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is IB (PYP), taught by 2 of the schools below. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like The Antofagasta British School (opened 1918).
Compare 2 international schools in Antofagasta, Chile. Filter by curriculum, fees, location, and more to find the right international school now.
The Antofagasta British School is a private, non‑profit IB World School in Chile serving students aged 3 to 18. The school delivers the full IB continuum with a bespoke curriculum. ABS was founded in 1918 to educate children of English immigrants and is governed by the ABS Educational Corporation, a nonprofit formed by parents and guardians. Its campus on Pedro León Gallo Street hosts over 860 students, about 70 teachers and 40 support staff. Infant School offers bilingual education; Junior School uses a bilingual curriculum strengthened by the IB Primary Years Programme. Middle School combines a national curriculum with the IB Middle Years Programme, and Senior School aligns Chilean programs with the IB Diploma Programme, including Extended Essay, TOK and CAS. Extra programs include sports, theatre, dance, graphic design, robotics, journalism and science clubs, plus student leadership through CEAL. The school also emphasizes international mindedness and community engagement for all.
Antofagasta International School (AIS) offers a trilingual, internationally oriented education for students from playgroup to high school. The curriculum combines IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), American Curriculum foundations, and Cambridge Secondary, with English taught by native-speaking teachers and a bilingual pathway that incorporates Spanish across subjects. In the early years, about 70–80% of instruction is in English; in grades six to twelve, English accounts for 30–50% and ongoing ESL development supports language growth. AIS employs a Balanced Literacy approach in Language Arts, integrates STEAM/Project-Based Learning, and uses technology platforms such as Odilo, Raz-Kids, and Seesaw. The school operates Cambridge certification as a mandatory bilingual pathway, including PET at the end of 5th grade, FCE in 9th grade, and CAE in 10th grade. Facilities include the FAB LAB ATACAMA, a MIT Bits and Atoms lab, a grass field, and dedicated academic spaces. AIS emphasizes values and leadership, with activities for students.
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