School Placement in Costa Rica
Find the best school for your children and your family.
Education is one of the most important factors for families relocating to Costa Rica. At Your Pura Vida, we go beyond lists and rankings. We provide personalized guidance and connection to help you choose a school that aligns with your child’s needs, your family’s values, and your long-term goals.
Expert-led service by an experienced Costa Rican educator
Customized recommendations & engagement with schools based on your child’s needs
Expertise in bilingual, international, and local options
Guidance on curriculum, accreditation, and language programs
Support with applications, deadlines, and enrollment
School visits and parent-to-parent connections
Meet Andrea
Your Pura Vida’s Education Specialist, Andrea Lasso de la Vega Moreno is a Costa Rican educator and expert in the school system. She has professional experience at University of Costa Rica and Universidad Estatal a Distancia as a professor, Oxford University Press as an international academic consultant, and at schools in the country as a teacher and administrative facilitator.
Andrea lives in Aserri, just south of San José and enjoys spending time with her pets and family.
Why School Choice Matters
No two children are the same, and no two school journeys are alike. In Costa Rica, school choices range from international private schools to public institutions, with teaching in Spanish, English, and many other languages. Each school has unique cultures, costs, and expectations. Making the right choice now can set your child up for success for years to come.
How We Help You Choose the Right School
Understand Your Needs
We start with a detailed consultation to learn about your child’s academic strengths, social needs, and future plans.
Deep Research
We research schools on curriculum, accreditation, language immersion, extracurriculars, and community fit.
Present Your Options
We review the options with you and adjust the options based on your feedback. This is a collaborative process.
Guide You Through the Process
From application deadlines to interview prep, we ensure you know exactly what’s required and when.
Connect You to the Community
We help you visit campuses, meet administrators, and speak with other parents so you have the full picture before making a decision.
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Responsible Relocation Through Education
Choosing a school isn’t just about academics, it’s also about joining a community. At Your Pura Vida, we guide families toward educational options that encourage cultural integration and connection. We believe in relocation that supports local communities, strengthens relationships, and helps your family truly become part of Costa Rican life.
Why Choose Your Pura Vida?
We live here.
Real, on-the-ground experience in multiple regions of Costa Rica.
We’re honest.
No sugarcoating, no one-size-fits-all pitch.
We’re responsible.
Relocation that supports communities and the environment.
We’re immigrants, too.
We help you not make the same mistakes we (and so many others) did.
We empower you.
We give you the tools and confidence to navigate life here on your own.