COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL’S GUIDE FOR FAMILIES

MOVING TO COSTA RICA

At CDS, we’re committed to making the admissions process as smooth as possible. This means providing your family with detailed information about our school – and our incredible host country. On this page, you’ll find our moving to Costa Rica guide, covering everything from finding a place to live to fun activities for children.
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YOUR COSTA RICA RELOCATION GUIDE

There are countless reasons why Costa Rica is such a fantastic place to live, work, and study. These include the country’s beautiful natural surroundings, the focus on family, and its eco-friendly credentials.


Sitting in the heart of the Central Valley, San José – Costa Rica’s vibrant capital city – is popular with families from around the world. Surrounded by lush mountains, rainforests, and volcanoes, the region offers a mix of stunning landscapes and modern amenities, which enable endless opportunities for adventure.


Moving to San José with your children, you’ll find warm communities and a truly international spirit. From thriving expat neighborhoods to local markets and cultural festivals, life here offers comfort and convenience, as well as the famous ‘pura vida’ outlook.

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BEFORE YOU MOVE TO COSTA RICA

Looking for practical advice about relocating to Costa Rica? We’ve highlighted some of the key things you’ll need to consider before making the move to San José and the Central Valley area.
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LIVING IN COSTA RICA

Our expat guide to living in Costa Rica guide covers transport, activities, and more, ensuring you have all the information you need to settle into our wonderful country.

A WELCOMING COMMUNITY FOR YOUR FAMILY

Country Day School is so much more than a place to learn – we’re a vibrant, welcoming community, where children from around the world grow, explore, and thrive together.


Located in the lush hills of San Rafael de Alajuela, just minutes from San José, we harness Costa Rica’s natural beauty and environmental focus to enrich the world-class education we offer. We’ll encourage your child to consider and explore the world around them, and to take part in learning activities that inspire them to be curious, creative, and confident. Your child will experience academic excellence, too, guided by our talented team of international teachers.

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HOW WE LEARN AT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

CDS offers an outstanding academic journey from Early Learning through Grade 12, which equips our students with the skills and global perspective to succeed at the world’s top colleges.

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