Admissions Criteria

Escola Americana has developed a priority system that reflects its commitment to serving USA citizens and international families on temporary assignment. Special consideration is also given to siblings of children currently enrolled and children of Escola Americana alumni. With this in mind, the following factors are carefully considered in an admission and placement decision.

Since English is the language of instruction at Escola Americana, a strong emphasis is placed on a candidate's English skills.   All students who have studied for three years or less in an English speaking school and/or whose native language is not English will be required to take an English as a Second Language (ESL) proficiency test for placement. The IPT II (Idea Proficiency Test) assesses reading, writing and oral proficiency in English. The test results are an important factor in determining acceptance, grade placement and the level of ESL support that students will receive at Escola Americana.

Escola Americana's Resource Centers are programmed to assist children with mild learning disabilities. If your child currently has an IEP (Individual Educational Plan) or if your child is currently receiving any special academic support services, please send us complete documentation along with your child's application, so we can determine whether we are able to meet your child's needs.