Join the Del Mar Academy Community
Del Mar Academy is an internationally accredited school in Nosara, Costa Rica. Rooted in a commitment to academic excellence, environmental stewardship, bilingual education and holistic development, we serve students from early childhood through grade 12. We are proud to welcome families of all nationalities into our diverse school community and to support access to education through scholarships and financial aid.
Our admissions process is designed to help families learn more about our philosophy and programs, while ensuring that each student is well-matched to the opportunities Del Mar Academy provides. If you have questions about the admissions process or wish to speak to our team right away, please call +506 2682 1213 or email admissions@delmaracademy.com.
Application Process
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A school tour isn’t required, but we’d love to welcome you - virtually or in person - to see our 11 acre campus, visit your child’s future classroom, and get a feel for daily life at Del Mar Academy.
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Get the application form from our Admissions team and submit it it along with the $100 administrative fee. You’ll find the list of necessary documentation on the application form.
We accept applications year-round, but please note that deadlines for any upcoming school year are December 1 for application, March 1 for interviews and placement tests, and April 1 for acceptance letters, sent on a rolling basis. Many grades are full with a wait list, so we recommend submitting the application form and fee as soon as possible.
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A member of our admissions team or Head of School may contact you to schedule a parent or student interview.
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If your child is accepted, we will email you an acceptance letter and a tuition/matriculation agreement. The tuition agreement specifies the contractual terms of enrollment and must be returned with admissions fees.
To reserve your child’s space, admissions fees must be paid within two weeks of acceptance or by April 1 for the following school year. Many grades have limited spaces available.
Accredited Programs from Pre-K to Grade 12
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Kindergarten and Lower Elementary
Bilingual Montessori elementary program for age 3 to Grade 3, combining child-led learning with hands-on environmental education
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Upper Elementary Grades 4 to 6
Interdisciplinary bilingual elementary classes foster curiosity, independence, and academic excellence, blending child-centered learning with structured exploration across core subject areas.
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IB Middle School
Bilingual middle school for grades 7 to 9, currently pursuing IB Middle Years Program accreditation covering core subjects plus environmental education and multi-day excursions
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Accredited IB Diploma Program
For high school grades 10 to 12, a globally accredited IB Diploma Program that opens doors to our students at universities around the world
2025-2026 Tuition and Fees
Tuition at Del Mar Academy reflects our commitment to providing a rigorous, internationally accredited education in a supportive and engaging environment. We understand that each family’s situation is different, which is why we offer scholarships and financial aid to help make our programs accessible to a diverse community of students. Please contact our admissions team at +506 2682 1213 or admissions@delmaracademy.com with any questions.
