We believe that success should not be measured by avoiding mistakes but on a foundation of trust build on understanding the reasons for errors and the teacher’s role in supporting the student through them. We focus on learning from mistakes. Instead of fearing mistakes, we view them as opportunities for students to learn. At Colegio Americano we move away from rote memorization. Education should focus on helping students develop critical thinking skills and a love of learning, not just memorizing facts for tests.

Our purpose is to educate to awaken and liberate. One instructs with what one knows, one educates with soul.

Academics

At Colegio Americano, we follow a dual-language program where our students are immersed in the English and the National curriculums simultaneously. We offer a complete English curriculum that incorporates The United States Common Core Standards, a clear set of goals and expectations of the knowledge and skills students are supposed to achieve in all subjects.

Our curriculum includes the following subjects: 

• Literacy 
• English Conventions
• Mathematics
• Social Studies
• Science
• Physical Education
• Technology Skills including Robotics in certain grades.
• Arts 
• Library class

Our Elementary Program

• Promotes in our students that they are valuable and can make the most of their skills and qualities. 
• Expresses freedom in our students’ points of view and states of mind, facilitating dialogue. 
• Creates a safe environment where students can learn to self-regulate their emotions by showing respect to others and themselves. 
• Prioritizes our students’ well-being by creating a positive classroom culture that balances academics and emotional growth.
• Fosters the acquisition of English through the study of different subjects and project-based learning.
• Promotes research and creativity through the analysis of information and problem solving.
• Fosters critical thinking and collaborative learning. 
• Develops interest in reading in both languages.
• Develops a comprehensive way of engaging in technological skills, the practice of sports, and the participation in artistic projects.
• Promotes the value of self-health, safety, and the caring of the environment.