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British Royal School - Santiago

Chile, Santiago

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1517
Type Co-educational
Opened 1986
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

British Royal School, Santiago is a bilingual international school in Chile serving learners from ages 2 to 18. The campus network includes Álvaro Casanova Campus for Infant and Primary and Las Perdices Campus for Middle and Senior, plus a sports campus. The curriculum combines a bilingual Chilean framework with English immersion from Early Years to Grade 6, using the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in the Infant years and Cambridge programmes for Primary and Secondary. Middle School strengthens English and prepares for Cambridge exams within the Chilean framework; Senior School (ages 15–18) prepares for PAES and FCE while continuing the national curriculum and receiving guidance for university pathways. The school joined International Schools Partnership in 2022 and follows a Learning.First approach, emphasising multilingualism, life skills and international opportunities, including Model United Nations through ISP. Facilities include science, physics and computer laboratories, a library, an auditorium, sports spaces, and sports campus.

Av. Las Perdices 263, 7860233 Santiago, La Reina, Región Metropolitana, Chile

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The Essentials

British Royal School - Santiago has 1,517 pupils, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
The British Royal School is located in La Reina, eastern Santiago, Chile. The Las Perdices campus is at Av. Las Perdices 263, Santiago, La Reina, for Grades 5 through IV Medio. The school operates two academic campuses and a modern sports campus. La Reina is a quiet, residential district with easy connections to other districts via Av. Larraín, Av. Ossa and Metro Line 4.

Stages
Infant School ages 2-5; Primary School ages 6-10; Middle School ages 10-14; Senior School ages 15-18.

Type
Bilingual international school

Additional learning support
Coexistence team; psychoeducational team; Protected Education Programme; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.

Country affiliation
Chile

Bus service
School transport service with a network of routes; vehicles comply with safety regulations and are driven by trained professionals; routes are supervised for safe daily journeys.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application and assessment fees
- Skills assessment fee: 1.5 UF (applies to applicants for Pre-Kínder/Kínder, Grades 1–2 and Grades 3–12 as indicated in admissions requirements).

Admission / enrolment (matrícula) fees
- Cuota de incorporación (annual incorporation charge):
- Existing students (Alumnos Antiguos, PK–IV Medio): UF 54.5.
- New students (Alumnos Nuevos, PK–IV Medio): UF 55.6.
- One-off matrícula (enrolment) per level:
- Tiny: UF 12.8.
- Playgroup: UF 12.8.
- Pre‑Kínder and Kínder: UF 16.5.
- Primary (1°–4° básico): UF 16.5.
- Middle (5°–8° básico): UF 16.5.
- Senior (I–IV Medio): UF 16.5.

Annual tuition fees by year group (amounts shown are annual and quoted in UF)
- Tiny (Infant School): UF 155.0 (annual).
- Playgroup (Infant School): UF 100.0 (annual).
- Pre‑Kínder and Kínder (Infant School): UF 158.0 (annual).
- Primary School (1° básico – 4° básico): UF 179.7 (annual).
- Middle School (5° básico – 8° básico): UF 183.4 (annual).
- Senior School (I – IV Medio): UF 188.0 (annual).

Per-term or instalment breakdown
- The published fees are presented as annual amounts (UF). A per‑term, per‑semester or monthly instalment schedule is not published alongside the fee table; the school's fee documents list the annual UF amounts. Parents should note that the figures above are annual tuition amounts.

Sibling discounts
- Discounts on tuition by number of siblings enrolled:
- Third sibling: 20% discount on tuition.
- Fourth sibling: 30% discount on tuition.
- Fifth sibling: 40% discount on tuition.

Additional / ancillary costs
- Cafeteria (meal) service: available as a charged service.
- School transport service: charged separately (route-based fees).
- Extracurricular activities: charged separately.
- Uniforms: uniform items are sold separately through the listed supplier and are an additional cost.
- School supplies: details and purchase contacts are provided for supplies; supply costs are additional.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees.

Refunds and cancellations
- A specific public refund policy or detailed rules for reimbursement (for example, refunds of matrícula, incorporation fees or partial tuition when a student withdraws) is not published in the public fee document and policies available with the fee schedule. Parents should expect that admission/incorporation or matrícula charges may be treated as one‑off payments; the public materials do not state standard refundable or non‑refundable treatment. For case‑specific refund rules and contract terms, contact the school's finance office.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The public fee schedule lists annual UF amounts but does not publish a definitive billing timetable (for example, number of instalments, payment due dates or early‑payment discounts) in the publicly available fee sheet. Parents should be aware that the school provides a fee guide and a fee calculator for families, and specific instalment plans or payment timetables are handled through admissions/finance.

Fee payment options
- The school's public pages and fee PDF display the amounts and additional services but do not list explicit permitted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) in the published fee sheet. For precise accepted payment methods and instructions (bank details, card processing, domiciliation or online payment portals) contact the school's finance team; the school lists mnietto@brs.cl as the contact for financial matters.

Notes on currency and units
- All published tuition and admission values above are shown in UF (Unidad de Fomento). The UF is an inflation‑indexed Chilean unit of account; the school's public fee sheet uses UF for the amounts. Parents should confirm the UF to CLP conversion on the date of payment when arranging transfers or bank payments.

Summary of what is and isn't published
- The school publishes: annual tuition amounts (UF) by school stage, matrícula/enrolment fees by level, incorporation fees for existing and new students, and sibling discount rates.
- The school does not publish in the public fee document: a detailed instalment/billing timetable (per‑term or monthly payment schedule), explicit refund rules, or a public list of accepted payment methods. For those operational details, the school's finance contact is provided.
Academics

British Royal School - Santiago teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school progresses through a bilingual Chilean curriculum with English immersion from Early Years to Grade 6. Infant School Ages 2–5 uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC). Primary School Ages 6–10 builds reading and writing with subjects taught in English and follows the Chilean national curriculum. Middle School Ages 10–14 strengthens English and prepares for Cambridge exams within the Chilean framework. Senior School Ages 15–18 prepares for PAES and FCE exams while continuing the Chilean curriculum and receiving guidance for university and future pathways. The school is part of the International Schools Partnership and uses a Learning.First approach, emphasising multilingualism, life skills, and international opportunities, with CEFR-aligned English certifications for senior students and two academic campuses plus a dedicated sports campus.

Exam Results
95% of students enter first or second choice universities and results are above Chile's national average in standardised assessments. 80% of Grade 12 graduates earn an international English certification.

Higher Education Progression
Life and career pathways provide personalised guidance for university and career choices. The Life Competencies framework supports reflective thinking, adaptability, collaboration and leadership. Through exclusive scholarships, students gain opportunities to study with renowned institutions and develop skills for emerging careers and industries globally.
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Admissions

Admissions
01 Contact us. Tell the school about your family and your child's interest in joining the community. This first contact helps determine whether British Royal School is the right place for your child. The school uses this conversation to begin understanding your family's needs and expectations.

02 Application submission. You can apply at any time of the year. The team guides you through the application form, assessments, fees and required documents. The school also supports families who are moving from abroad.

03 Meeting with the Headmistress. Join a meeting for a coffee and conversation. Ask questions, learn more about the educational approach, and share what matters most to your family. Listening to you comes first.

04 School tour. Visit the campus and see where your child will learn and grow. Walk through classrooms and outdoor spaces and feel the warm, caring environment in the school.

05 Assessment. Your child takes part in an individual or group assessment designed to understand their current skills and knowledge. This helps identify strengths and where extra support can be offered.

06 Results. Receive the assessment result in less than 24 hours. The school provides a clear, simple overview and guidance on the next steps in the admissions process so families know what comes next.

07 Enrolment. Once the place is confirmed, the final steps to secure your child's spot are guided by the school. This marks the official start of the child's journey at British Royal School.

08 Welcome to British Royal School. Welcome to the BRS family. The school activates its Protected Education Plan, with ongoing guidance and support. Families are invited to join the Welcome Camp to get to know the school, the team and the new classmates.

Scholarships
The school offers exclusive scholarships that provide opportunities to study with world-renowned institutions, supporting students in developing skills for emerging careers and industries globally.
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