COSTA RICA FREE MAGAZINE #95
The Journey School's expansion directly responds to its
success and the community's embrace of its
educational model. With campuses now in San Mateo
and the eagerly anticipated new campus located at
Costa Ballena, the school's reach and impact continue
to grow. This latest expansion, driven by franchise
owners who are business leaders, entrepreneurs,
developers, and parents passionate about the Journey
model, brings this innovative approach to education
to the Costa Ballena community.
The new Costa Ballena campus, located about
halfway between Dominical and Uvita, is poised to
open its doors to students in grades 1-12 on August
19th, 2024, with plans to welcome preschool and
kindergarten students soon after that. Designed to be
state-of-the-art in its physical structure and
educational philosophy, the campus will feature a
multi-purpose gym, gardens, play spaces, and
sizeable classrooms, all within walking distance of the
beach.
In addition to a comprehensive sport and after-school
program, the school offers robotics and tutoring in
English, Spanish, and Math, ensuring a well-rounded
education for every student.
In line with the Journey School's ethos of inclusivity
and community engagement, the Journey School of
Costa Ballena will exhibit a profound commitment to
serving local students through comprehensive
scholarship programs, welcoming 30 percent of its
student population through scholarship funds,
ensuring that quality education is attainable for a
diverse array of students.
As the Journey School of Costa Rica continues to
expand, it remains committed to its founding
principles: to provide an education that is not only
academically rigorous but also deeply rooted in
social-emotional learning, bilingual education, and
the pursuit of each student's passions. With its
innovative approach and dedication to community
and student well-being, the Journey School of Costa
Rica is shaping the future of education, one student at
a time.
Journey School of
Costa Rica at Costa
Ballena
A Beacon of Innovation in Education
Recognizing a pressing need within the community
for an educational paradigm that went beyond the
traditional, the Journey School of Costa Rica was
founded in 2016. Its mission was clear from the
start: to anchor education in social-emotional
learning while promoting bilingualism and a
curriculum driven by passion and excitement. With
an uncompromising spirit of joy and adventure,
Journey School seeks to approach the education of
its students by embedding this mission at the core of
its curriculum.
The Journey School's approach to education is
innovative and inclusive, offering a Reggio
Emilia-inspired preschool program that seamlessly
transitions into a project-based learning framework
from kindergarten through grade 12. This unique
blend ensures that students acquire academic
excellence and develop the critical emotional and
social skills necessary for success in today's world.
The school's flagship campus in Tamarindo is a
testament to its success and commitment to quality
education. Accredited by MEP in Costa Rica, Cognia
in the United States, and the International
Baccalaureate (IB) program internationally, it reflects
the school's dedication to maintaining the highest
educational standards.
The Journey School emphasizes personalized
learning environments where social-emotional
learning, bilingual education, and project-based
learning thrive. The concept of restorative justice,
guided by conscious discipline for younger students
and more formalized restorative practices for older
ones, underscores the school's holistic approach to
student development.