Our education is based on respect, curiosity, and empathy. We are an institution that recognizes its mission to educate thinking individuals, taking into account the body, mind, heart, and spirit. We believe that our students should be guided but also challenged to reach standards as high as they set for themselves.

As a Catholic school, we understand our mission is to educate the whole person, taking into consideration all aspects of a student’s being: body, mind, heart, and spirit. In addition to challenging our students to live according to universal human values such as honesty, respect, and responsibility, we also invite them to listen to the call of the Gospel of Jesus and to let God’s grace transform their lives. This way, beyond living a good human life, they also aspire to lead a truly holy life. In this sense, religious education is an integral part of the school’s curriculum and student life. All students receive religion classes two to three times a week and, from 1st grade onward, attend weekly Mass. The Religion Department ensures that the school lives out the liturgical calendar by organizing activities such as retreats, Creation Week, an Advent campaign, and the Stations of the Cross during Lent. We also prepare our students for the Sacraments: First Communion (3rd grade) and Confirmation (10th grade).

St. Augustine Preparatory School’s main curricular guide for grades PK-3 to 8th is the Core Knowledge Sequence. The Core Knowledge Sequence, developed by the Core Knowledge Foundation, provides a content-specific and sequenced guide of the specific knowledge and skills our students need to learn in each subject and in each grade. From 9th grade onward, St. Augustine Preparatory School offers students a challenging college-preparatory program that fulfills the requirements of highly selective universities in the United States and around the world. Graduation requirements include four years of Language Arts, four years of Mathematics, four years of Social Studies, three years of Science, and four years of Spanish. In addition to the core subjects, in Elementary School, we offer Exploration Time, an exciting program designed to ignite our students’ curiosity, creativity and reflection. This dynamic program features Pod Meetings (socio-emotional program), Boost Reading, Genius Hour, Makerspace and Weekly Mass, among other activities. Through Exploration Time, we engage our students in hands-on projects and activities that foster innovation and a passion for learning. St. Augustine also offers a diverse array of electives, Math Honors Courses, the prestigious AP Capstone Diploma Program, and 17 Advanced Placement courses. Additionally, students can study French from 7th through 12th grade, enriching their academic experience and preparing them for global opportunities.

Our academic program begins at PK3 (Pre-Kindergarten 3) with students who are 3 years old by the start of the school year. Our Elementary School spans from PK3 to 5th grade. Subsequently, the Secondary School is divided into Middle School (6th-8th grade) and High School (9th-12th grade).

Yes. Our cut-off date for students entering Preschool and 1st grade is August 31st. For example, a child must be three years old by August 31st to be eligible for enrollment in Pre-K3. If you have any further questions or need additional information about our enrollment process, please feel free to contact our admissions office at (505) 2271-1941 ext. 121.

The steps in the admission process are designed to be simple and straightforward: - Tour - Application - Playdate with prospective student / Admissions Interview and evaluation for high school applicants - Feedback - Enrollment To assist you in smoothly navigating the process, feel free to contact our Admissions Coordinator, Ms. Francis Guevara, at fguevara@csa.edu.ni, +505 8475-4794, or through WhatsApp. You can also take a look at the admission’s checklist. We are happy to address any inquiries you may have.

We have recently introduced our "Opportunity for Talent" program — a beacon of hope for Secondary School students (grades 6-10) who posses remarkable abilities, strong command of English, and comprehensive character excellence. This program presents a pathway to excellence, offering partial scholarships to those exceptional young minds whose families need a helping hand in meeting the full costs of our school tuition. The next scholarship cycle opens in January 2025 for admission in August 2025-26.

The Extracurricular Program at St. Augustine Preparatory School seeks to promote the holistic development of our students: mind, body, and spirit. In Elementary School, the Extracurricular Program is offered daily after school. - Kindergarten - 5th grade: Students may participate in different activities that help them explore and develop their talents and interests. The Elementary Extracurricular Program includes after school Robotics, Chess, Makers’ Club, Art Start, Junior Broadway, Book Club, Amigos de Jesús, St. Augustine Choir, STEM Combo and sports including Soccer, Basketball, and Volleyball. Chess and Robotics are very popular and our students have strongly represented our country in worldwide tournaments. In 2023 and 2024, the St. Augustine Preparatory School robotics team achieved first place in the national World Robot Olympiad competition. In 2023, we proudly represented Nicaragua at the World Robot Olympiad in Panama. - Our younger learners –Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4– may participate in our Extended Day Program that introduces them to activities that they can continue to pursue throughout Elementary School. Our youngest students can stay from Monday through Friday, from 12:00pm until dismissal time. Students engage in a variety of outdoor activities, sports, and creative learning activities. In Secondary School, extracurricular activities are divided into service and interest clubs during Community Time (within the daily schedule) and sports and certain AP courses after school. - The Sports Program is certainly one of our most popular after-school activity with over 50% of the student body participating in a sports team. Ten different soccer teams represent the St. Augustine Dolphins from Elementary, Middle and High School along with five basketball teams and three volleyball teams. A select group of students has the chance to represent our school on the international stage by participating in AASCA (Association of American Schools of Central America) events across the Central American region. Our boys' soccer team has proudly claimed three championships, and in the 2024 soccer tournament, we secured the runner-up position. (Continue reading…)

The school uses English as the primary language of instruction. However, the Spanish program provides all the tools for our students to express themselves fluently both orally and in writing. Both languages are offered from PK3 to 12th grade. In addition to these two languages, the school's program offers French as an elective course from 7th to 12th grade.

Our School Counseling Program includes a broad range of services to help students capitalize on their strengths and reach their highest levels of development. Our highly experienced and knowledgeable team of counselors provide direct attention to students, parents, and teachers through preventive services, developmental activities, and assistance in creating plans of action for students with a wide range of academic or emotional needs. Our comprehensive school counseling program, provides the following services: Individual counseling: The counseling program allows the School Counselor to assist students’ educational and personal concerns on an individual basis. The individual counseling sessions are designed to help students make and follow appropriate plans of action to address their specific concerns….. (keep reading)

The school has formulated a comprehensive Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, which serves as a guiding framework for ensuring the safety and well-being of all students (Read the full document here.)

Our Faculty is highly qualified and experienced. All teachers hold relevant degrees in their respective fields, and many possess masters in education. On average, our teachers have over 10 years of teaching experience, with some having previously taught at prestigious schools internationally. We have subject matter experts in various disciplines, including science, mathematics, languages, biology, and the arts. Additionally, our teachers participate in bi-weekly professional development workshops to stay abreast of the latest educational techniques and advancements. Their dedication to their profession and commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment have resulted in our students consistently achieving outstanding academic results and earning academic accolades. Our staff undergoes a thorough and rigorous hiring process to ensure they are not only highly qualified but also deeply aligned with our school’s mission and core values. We are committed to bringing on board individuals who share our passion and dedication to shaping the future of our students.

Currently, the school does not offer transportation services for its students. However, we are actively studying and planning to implement this service in the upcoming year. Please reach out to our Admissions office to learn more about transportation options: fguevara@csa.edu.ni

Todos a Servir is a service campaign during Lent that originated in our school over 15 years ago. Our students are organized by grade to carry out service projects in the community. As Catholics, we know that serving others is indeed a help to our neighbor but also a help to oneself, complementing faith with displays of empathy and generosity towards others.

Escuela de Familias is a program created by the school to aid parents in the noble task of raising their children. The program is a tool for parents, consisting of monthly conferences on general interest topics such as emotional intelligence and technology use. The school created this program to support the work of parents by addressing topics that allow us to learn together and provide advice to improve parenting at home.