Creative Curriculum
Infants Nursery Toddler Multiage |
IMAGINE art
IMAGINE cooking and gardening
IMAGINE music
IMAGINE soccer
IMAGINE movement and rhythm
Counselor
Full time learning support
Full time pedagogical coach
Reggio Emilia Pedagogy:
IB PYP Framework aligned to American Academic Standards
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), International Baccalaurete Primary Years and Diploma Programmes (PYP) and (IBD), Ecuador Ministry of Education.
Students in grades 3 to 5 use one-to-one iPads, while in PK to grade 2, technology is used selectively.
At Cotopaxi, we are committed to serving students with a wide range of learning needs through a collaborative approach that includes the students, parents and professionals. Student Support Teams consist of learning specialists, counselors, teachers, English language learning specialists and administrators who work together in collaboration with parents to support each student’s education. These teams focus on fostering the academic and socio-emotional growth of students and collaborate with external specialists as necessary.
Academia Cotopaxi has adopted the International Baccalaureate’s definition of inclusion and implements it in its Approaches to Teaching and Approaches to Learning.
● Education for all is considered a human right.
● Education is enhanced by the creation of affirmative, responsive environments that promote a sense of belonging, safety, self-worth and whole growth for every student.
● Every educator is an educator of all students.
● Learning is considered from a strength-based perspective.
● Learning diversity is valued as a rich resource for building inclusive communities.
● All learners belong and experience equal opportunities to participate and engage in quality learning.
● Full potential is unlocked through connecting with, and building on, previous knowledge.
● Assessment provides all learners with opportunities to demonstrate their learning, which is rewarded and celebrated.
● Multilingualism is recognized as a fact, a right and a resource.
● Every students in the school community have a voice and are listened to so that their input and insights are considered.
● Every student in the school community develops into inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who contribute to creating a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
● Diversity is understood to include all members of a community.
We provide a robust, transdisciplinary program designed to develop the academic, social, artistic, athletic, and interpersonal skills of diverse international students. The skills and professionalism of our teachers, along with differentiated practices, enable us to tailor our program to meet the unique needs of our learners.
Academia Cotopaxi (AC) offers a wide range of extracurricular activities for elementary students including athletic development in our competitive sports disciplines led by nationally renowned coaches. These programs have an associated cost. Other activities are free of charge and cover various disciplines and student interests, some of which follow a progression of development and skill acquisition taught and/or supervised by school teachers and take place after school hours.
American Academic Standards
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and Ecuador Ministry of Education
Academia Cotopaxi (AC) offers a full sports program including competitive teams for soccer, swimming, volleyball, and basketball. Students of all athletic levels are encouraged to participate on our teams. Non-athletic clubs are teacher-led and meet during the school day as well as after school. Activities such as Model United Nations, Math Club, and National Junior Honor Society provide opportunities for students to engage with other local schools and the community as well as the possibility to travel outside of Quito to attend events and competitions.
In our Middle School, students bring their own laptops, enabling personalized learning and continuous access to digital resources. We have two Maker Space design labs where creativity and innovation are promoted through hands-on engagement with a wide range of technologies. Additionally, our Robotics and Coding program equips students with advanced technical skills and encourages creative problem-solving.
At Academia Cotopaxi, we are committed to serving students with a wide range of learning needs through a collaborative approach that includes the child, parents and professionals. Student Support Teams made up of learning specialists, counselors, teachers, English Language Learner specialists and administrators work together in collaboration with students’ parents. These teams support the academic and socio-emotional growth of students and collaborate with recommended outside specialists as needed.
Academia Cotopaxi has adopted the International Baccalaureate’s definition of inclusion and implements it in its Approaches to Teaching and Approaches to Learning.
● Education for all is considered a human right.
● Education is enhanced by the creation of affirmative, responsive environments that promote a sense of belonging, safety, self-worth and whole growth for every student.
● Every educator is an educator of all students.
● Learning is considered from a strength-based perspective.
● Learning diversity is valued as a rich resource for building inclusive communities.
● All learners belong and experience equal opportunities to participate and engage in quality learning.
● Full potential is unlocked through connecting with, and building on, previous knowledge.
● Assessment provides all learners with opportunities to demonstrate their learning, which is rewarded and celebrated.
● Multilingualism is recognized as a fact, a right and a resource.
● All students in the school community have a voice and are listened to so that their input and insights are taken into account.
● All students in the school community develop into inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
● Diversity is understood to include all members of a community.
We provide a challenging and supportive academic experience, ensuring our students are ready for high school and beyond. We complement our academics with a strong Social and Emotional Learning program catered to the unique needs of adolescents. A sense of community is emphasized through our Houses program, where school spirit and community efforts bring everyone together to help our community thrive.
Academia Cotopaxi (AC) offers a variety of extracurricular activities for middle school students, including a sports program similar to feeder programs in our competitive disciplines. These programs are led by nationally renowned coaches and incur an additional cost. Other free activities cover various disciplines, some of which follow a progression or development and skill. These include Model United Nations, Math Club, Junior National Honor Society providing students with opportunities to interact with other local schools and participate in events and competitions outside of Quito. Clubs are led by school teachers and meet after classes.
Additionally, student-led clubs, supervised by teachers take place during the school day.
American Academic Standards; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Ecuador Ministry of Education
Academia Cotopaxi (AC) has a full sports program with competitive teams for soccer, swimming, volleyball and basketball. Students of all athletic levels are encouraged to participate on our teams. All of our clubs are teacher-led and offer time to meet during the school day as well as after school. Activities such as Model United Nations, Math Club, and National Honor Society provide opportunities for students to engage with other local schools and the community as well as the possibility to travel out of Quito to attend events and competitions.
Laptops – Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), Two Design Labs, Robotics, Coding
Support Services
At Academia Cotopaxi, we are committed to serving students with a wide range of learning needs through a collaborative approach that includes the child, parents and professionals. Student Support Teams made up of learning specialists, counselors, teachers, English Language Learner specialists and administrators work together in collaboration with students’ parents. These teams support the academic and socio-emotional growth of students and collaborate with recommended outside specialists as needed.
Full Time College Counselor to guide students in our grade 9-12 program on their journeys to post-secondary education.
Academia Cotopaxi has adopted the International Baccalaureate’s definition of inclusion and implements it in its Approaches to Teaching and Approaches to Learning.
We provide a challenging and supportive academic experience ensuring our students are ready for university, careers and life beyond school. Beginning in 9th grade students are encouraged to consider their goals and choose a pathway to graduation that best meets their needs culminating in an International Baccalaureate Diploma, Ecuadorian Diploma or US Diploma. Sense of community is emphasized through our student-led clubs, athletics, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, and many other opportunities that foster school spirit and community engagement both within and beyond the school. Every student at AC belongs and has an opportunity to pursue their passions and take leadership.
Academia Cotopaxi (AC) offers a comprehensive sports program with competitive teams in soccer, swimming, volleyball, and basketball. We encourage students of all athletic levels to participate in our sports activities. Our clubs are led by highly trained teachers and coaches and meet after school hours. Additionally, activities such as the Model United Nations, the Math Club, and the National Honor Society provide students with opportunities to connect with other local and international schools and the broader Ecuadorian and global community, as well as to travel outside Quito to participate in events and competitions.
