The International School Nido de Aguilas: Details and Information

The International School Nido de Aguilas

CitySantiago

Curriculums, American, and Chilean

Leaving qualifications and

Language of instructionEnglish

Age RangeAges 3 to 18

Yearly fees: Not public

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Nido at a Glance

Ken Kunin
Head of School

Nido de Aguilas was founded in 1934 as a private, co-educational, non-sectarian, non-profit day school rooted in the best traditions of Chilean and North American education. Today, Nido serves over 1500 students from 50 countries and offers a comprehensive liberal arts, college preparatory educational program from Early Years (age three) through Grade 12. Nido serves the international business and diplomatic community of Santiago, as well as local students seeking an English-language, U.S.-style education. Current student enrollment is composed of 16% from the U.S., 50% from the host country Chile, and 34% from other countries.

All classes are taught in English except for Spanish language classes, which are required at all grade levels from Kinder 2 to Grade 12. Nido offers English-language acquisition support for students who do not have a high level of English proficiency, although entrance to Upper Elementary, Middle, and High School grades require prerequisite levels of English proficiency. The school offers limited learning support for children with learning differences.

The academic year comprises two semesters extending from late-July to December and mid-February to June. There is a six-week break during June and July, and the Southern Hemisphere summer vacation (semester break) runs from mid-December through mid-February.

Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications		IB Diploma and US Diploma
Language of instruction		English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes	Average	20 students / class
Class sizes	Maximum	22 students / class
Extracurricular activities
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Nationalities

Number of students	1450
Number of nationalities represented in the school	50
Most common nationality	The most common nationalities are Chile, USA, Brazil, Spain, Argentina, and Korea.
Ratio of local students to international students	50% local: 50% international

Languages

Native English speaking teachers	Yes
Language support for students not fluent in English	Nido offers English-language acquisition support for applicants who are not proficient in English.
Additional language classes offered by the school	Spanish

Classroom

Max. number of students per class	22
Average number of students per class	20
Does the school employ teaching assistants?	Yes
Use of technology in the classroom	In the Early Years School, teachers use iPads to enhance project-based learning. K2 students have SMART Boards in their classrooms and have access to certain parts of the new EYS/ES MakerLab. Besides having these same classroom features, as well as using the MakerSpace on a regular basis, students in the Elementary School are part of the Information Communication Technology (ICT) program that engages students in designing, creating, and innovating in a rapidly changing world. Students learn digital literacy and digital citizenship skills so that they are comfortable not only using technology easily and correctly but also using it in a responsible manner. Besides basic user skills, they also learn more specialized techniques such as simple coding and remote group co-authoring, which is integrated into their regular curriculum. The High School uses a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program, in which each student purchases his or her own MacBook for use at school and at home. Nido provides all required software, which gives students powerful research, analytical, co-authoring, and presentation tools, aiding them not only during their years at Nido but also contributing to the skill set on which they can draw at university and beyond. HS technology and innovation electives include digital video, programming, new product design and development, design technology, robotics, and yearbook design and publishing.
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)	Yes
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?	Nido is a non-denominational school.

Academics

External examinations or assessments available	Three programs of study: North American/Nido Diploma, IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma, & Chilean National Diploma (Licencia de Enseñanza Media (Mineduc).
Do teachers assign homework to their students?	Yes
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation	99%

Student support

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs	Nido offers limited learning support for children with learning differences.
Learning support offered	Limited learning support and English support.
The school supports gifted, able and talented students	Gifted and Talented program
Student access to education psychologist	We have a team of counselors at the school.

Admissions

Entry evaluation for students	An entrance assessment is required.
Brief description of entry evaluation required	For EYS, we look at their developmental readiness. For older grades, we assess appropriate reading, writing, and math, and English level, if necesary.
Waiting list	As with many international schools around the world, demand can fluctuate and is often high. This means that, at the time you apply, classes may be full. In these cases, Nido opens a waiting list for the class concerned.
Deadline for registration (new academic year)	We have rolling admissions, but we have a March 15 deadline for an entrance at the beginning of the school year (late July).
Students can join after academic year begins	Yes, except for grade 12.

School day

School start time	7:45 am
School finish time	2:25 pm for Early Years and Elementary schools. 3:15 pm for Middle and High schools. After-school activities start after the end of the school day.
Supervised care before/after school	There are after-school activities available.
School bus service available	Yes
School provided lunches	Nido offers a nourishing lunch service and snacks for all grades through our cafeteria provider.
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)	Nido offers vegetarian options.
Uniform required	Students in the Early Years and Elementary School are required to wear any combination of Nido clothing daily. Middle and High School students are not required to wear a uniform.

Extracurricular activities

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered	Nido program offers a range of after school activities aimed at providing an exploratory, authentic learning environment that fosters extensive, non-competitive and competitive growth in the visual and performing arts, sciences, culture, fitness, and wellness.
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students	Yes

Facilities

Sports facilities at the school

There are several playground areas, a double-size gymnasium, a weight training and fitness facility, two sports fields, an outdoor track, and an indoor aquatics center.

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school	The International School Nido de Aguilas offers an English-language-based liberal arts education influenced by U.S. and Chilean thought and tradition. This education empowers Nido learners to connect authentically, explore with curiosity, and act with purpose.
Teaching approach of the school	Nido strives to be an open and dynamic global education center known for its empathic and forward-thinking students, innovative pedagogy, and responsible stewardship of intellectual and environmental resources. Nido seeks to be a hub of knowledge creation and dissemination for Chile and the world.

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Early Years | Ages 3 to 5

Early childhood is a unique stage in your child’s life – a time of rapid brain development, unbridled enthusiasm for learning, and boundless energy for exploration and discovery. Joy, delight, laughter, and play propel early thinking and learning. At Nido de Aguilas’ Early Years School, we honor this special time in your child’s educational journey by creating the ideal environment for whole child development.

Our program supports young learners in developing their language, literacy, math, science, and social-emotional skills. We emphasize fostering inquiry and enhancing collaborative learning inside and outside the classroom. By encouraging independence and confidence, we help students understand themselves as learners, including discovering how they learn best.

Elementary School | Ages 5 to 11

Through an inquiry-based approach, our students learn to experience the world with curiosity, become independent thinkers, and develop problem-solving skills that build character and help them thrive in an ever-changing world. Our teachers deliver an integrated and interdisciplinary curriculum that connects the various subjects of study, providing students with a seamless learning experience and encouraging them to discover connections between school work and the other parts of their lives.

Physical education, music, art, and Spanish classes complete the core curriculum in literacy, math, social studies, and science. Though our standards are high, each child is encouraged to progress at his or her level of readiness, with a gradual increase of responsibility as the child goes through the different stages of development.

Middle School | Ages 11 to 14

The Nido Middle School offers a comprehensive program that consists of core classes (Humanities, Math, Science, and Spanish), as well as courses in Physical Education and the Fine and Performing Arts. Our technology curriculum is integrated into our students’ coursework, and all Grade 6 students begin MS with an IT course to prepare them for more advanced computing skills. English as a Second Language instruction and the MS Learning Support Center both provide academic support for students in need.

We also offer a rich menu of after-school sports and clubs. These activities typically are sponsored by members of the Nido staff, and they provide opportunities for students to pursue their interests and to feel a deeper sense of connection.

High School | Ages 14 to 18

One of the hallmarks of our High School program is that students have programmatic choice. In addition to our own diploma, we also offer both a Chilean National Diploma and the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

Students are able to explore our curriculum and select classes that are important to their unique talents and interests. All of this is in an effort to place every student in the best college or university related to his or her goals. We are connected with superb higher education programs around the world, and we make sure that these institutions know and understand the value of a Nido education.

We often hear from university admissions representatives that Nido students not only excel in their programs, but they emerge as campus and community leaders.

Our Campus

Nido is located on a spacious 130-acre, park-like setting in the foothills of the Andes mountain range, approximately 20 minutes from downtown Santiago.

The campus facilities include 2 multi-purpose halls, a modern library/media center, science laboratories, computer labs, a theater/fine arts center (including a 735-seat theater, instrumental music rooms, vocal music rooms, art rooms, and dance studio), 2 MakerLabs, counseling, 2 cafeterias, several playground areas, a double-size gymnasium, weight training and fitness facility, 2 sports fields, an all-weather track, an outdoor education center, and an indoor aquatics center.

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Get in contact with the Admissions team

Brenda Paz Soldan

Director of Enrollment

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+56 22 340 6747

Thank you for your interest in The International School Nido de Aguilas.

Choosing the right school for your children is one of the most important decisions parents make and we are honored you are considering Nido for your child's education.

Since Nido’s founding 90 years ago, students have been at the core of our educational program. Our dynamic and experiential academic program is designed to meet the developmental needs of children from Early Years (age 3) through Grade 12 in an English language immersion environment. Nido’s inquiry-based learning and strong sense of community, help each child to connect authentically, explore with curiosity, and act with purpose for success in a rapidly changing world. Today, we serve over 1450 students from Chile and more than 50 different countries.

The Admissions Office is committed to helping you in this process. We’re looking forward to answering all of your questions and welcoming your family to our school.

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