What are the schools in Ecuador like?

"The Graded American School in Ecuador (GASE) is an excellent bilingual international school located in Quito. It offers a quality, comprehensive American-style education to international students of all ages, from Pre-K through 12th grade. The school offers rigorous academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities to make learning fun and engaging. GASE is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States and by the National Ministry of Education in Ecuador. The Canadian Academy in Quito is another popular option for international education in Ecuador. It is an internationally accredited bilingual school with a stringent academic program that emphasizes critical thinking, creativity and 21st-century learning. CISCO certified courses in computer engineering and digital media are among some of the unique features of this school. The Academy also offers an array of extracurricular activities that emphasize teamwork and community participation. The Anglo-American School of Quito offers an international curriculum that offers a unique blend of Ecuadorian and British educational styles. It is accredited by the National Council for the Evaluation of Educational Quality in Ecuador, making it the first international school in the country to receive this prestigious accreditation. The school has programs ranging from Pre-K through 12th grade, with a curriculum that incorporates innovative technology such as robotics, coding, and 3D printing. Finally, The Paradise Private School in Guayaquil offers a bilingual, transnational and multicultural education. It is an IB World School, meaning it offers a holistic certification in its schooling system, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges of an ever-changing global environment. Additionally, Paradise Private School has a strong focus on student leadership development and provides a range of extracurricular activities," explained one expat living in Ecuador.

"You must come to the campus to see. It is a nice little campus in the upscale community of Cumbaya. Tuition runs about $6,000 per semester and $1500 for the summer semester. They do offer financing through the University as well as scholarships to top performing students. Class sizes are small and there are a wide variety of programs of study available. It is a nice option to the expensive US colleges," said one parent with children at Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) in Cumbaya.