Buenos Aires international schools
International schools in Buenos Aires
Choose the curriculum and secure a place before choosing your apartment. Several leading options sit outside Buenos Aires city.
- American option
- Lincoln
- La Lucila, Buenos Aires Province
- French option
- Jean-Mermoz
- Ramsay 2131 in CABA
- State enrollment
- November 6
- 2027 pre-enrollment closing date
- School year
- Check each calendar
- CABA public and international dates differ
On this page
The short answer
Buenos Aires offers American international education, bilingual schools with IB programs and a French school in CABA. Lincoln is in La Lucila, while Northlands Olivos is in Buenos Aires Province. Jean-Mermoz is in the city. Begin with curriculum, language support and the actual campus. A place, a fee quote and a tested school journey matter more than an attractive neighborhood name.
- Lincoln's campus is in La Lucila, outside CABA.
- Northlands Olivos has verified IB Diploma and Primary Years authorization.
- Jean-Mermoz is at Ramsay 2131 in CABA.
- State school pre-enrollment for 2027 runs October 5 to November 6, 2026.
Which international school should you choose?
Pros4
- Different curriculaLincoln, Northlands and Jean-Mermoz support distinct education routes.
- Verified IB programsThe IB directory lists Northlands Olivos Diploma and Primary Years programs.
- City French campusAEFE lists Jean-Mermoz at Ramsay 2131.
- Public enrollment routeThe city publishes dates and support for 2027 applications.
Cons4
- Commute tradeoffLa Lucila and Olivos require a suburban location decision.
- Admissions timingSt. Andrew's states that February 2027 admissions have closed.
- Fee gapA complete comparable 2026 fee table was not verified.
- Grade transferA Northern Hemisphere move needs a placement decision from the receiving school.
Read the family guide for daily-life planning. Use the neighborhood guide after you know the school address.
Verified international school shortlist
| School | Location | Verified feature | Check directly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación Escuelas Lincoln | La Lucila, Buenos Aires Province | American international school with an international admissions team | Current grade tuition, language support and placement |
| Northlands Olivos | Roma 1248, Olivos, Buenos Aires Province | IB Diploma and Primary Years programs, English and Spanish | Campus, grade availability and tuition |
| St. Andrew's Scots School | Buenos Aires Province | Bilingual secular coeducational school, IB preparation | Campus, closed February 2027 intake and any later entry |
| Lycée franco-argentin Jean-Mermoz | Ramsay 2131, CABA | AEFE French school with approved grades through Terminale | French-language entry and current fees |
A school name may cover more than one campus. The Northlands IB source used here is the Olivos listing. Do not apply that authorization or address to another campus without checking its own record.8
American international education at Lincoln
Lincoln identifies itself as the American International School of Buenos Aires. Its address is Andrés Ferreyra 4073, La Lucila. That is outside CABA, so match housing to the campus journey.3
Its admissions process includes an inquiry, a meeting, an application and review. The school says review may take three to four weeks after documents are submitted. That is its estimate, not an admission promise.3
Describe the proposed start
Give the grade, previous curriculum and intended move date.
Ask about language support
Explain the child's actual English and Spanish proficiency.
Prepare the school record
Use the school's current required-document list and ask about translations.
Request the full financial quote
Include tuition, re-enrollment, capital assessment and optional services.
Confirm the place in writing
Check the accepted grade and start date before committing to housing.
Use rent planning to distinguish a city apartment from a northern suburban search. Compare the journey at school start and finish times.
IB programs and bilingual education
Northlands Olivos appears in the IB directory as school 000869. The listing identifies English and Spanish instruction, the Diploma program and the Primary Years program. Its address is Roma 1248, Olivos.8
St. Andrew's describes a bilingual, secular and coeducational education. It says students need the final two school years to prepare for its IB exams. The latest entry described is February of Year 11.1
A bilingual school may expect working Spanish in academic subjects. An international transfer still needs a specific support plan. Ask how teachers assess the child and how progress is communicated to parents.
French education in Buenos Aires city
AEFE lists Jean-Mermoz at Ramsay 2131 in CABA. Its directory shows approved French levels from Petite section through Terminale. Toute petite section appears without French homologation.6
The AEFE directory identifies a Southern Hemisphere school calendar. Confirm its current dates and entry requirements with the school. A French curriculum does not remove the need to ask about language support.6
Families considering the city campus should compare Belgrano and the actual route through surrounding streets. A neighborhood label alone cannot predict the school commute.
How much do international schools cost?
| School | Confirmed charge or status | What remains to price |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | US$12,000 one-time capital assessment for K5 to grade 12ARS 18,186,000 | Grade tuition, annual re-enrollment and optional services |
| Northlands Olivos | No comparable current public tuition verified | Ask for a complete dated grade quote |
| St. Andrew's | February 2027 admission process listed as closed | Ask about any future entry route and full fees |
| Jean-Mermoz | No complete current tuition verified in the checked AEFE directory | Obtain the school's dated fee schedule |
Lincoln's 2026/2027 policy says tuition is billed monthly. Late enrollment or early departure can still incur the full semester. Its capital assessment is a separate first-entry charge.5
The US$12,000 fee is set in dollars by Lincoln. Its US$12,000 (ARS 18,186,000) equivalent uses the guide's BCRA rate of ARS 1,515.50 per dollar on October 8, 2026. The school uses its own official payment-day rate for peso payments.2,
- Ask for all mandatory chargesAdd admission, capital, re-enrollment and compulsory activities.
- Check payment datesSeparate annual charges from the monthly invoice.
- Price transport and mealsAsk which services are included and which are optional.
- Check departure termsA mid-semester move may not reduce the semester invoice.
The cost of living page excludes an invented international-school allowance. Put your school's written quote into the US$4,000 budget before judging affordability.
Tool
Build a family budget before adding the school quote
Build a monthly planning range from dated city asking rents, official household baskets and provider prices.
| Monthly cost | In US dollars | In pesos |
|---|---|---|
| Rent35 to 50 m² for one person, 43 to 65 m² for a couple, 70 to 90 m² for a family. Derived from Q2 2026 asking rent per m². | US$776 to US$1,024 | ARS 1,176,000 to ARS 1,552,000 |
| Building feeAugust 2026 city basket reference. The upper estimate adds a 50% planning buffer. Check the building statement. | US$104 to US$155 | ARS 157,000 to ARS 235,000 |
| ElectricityAugust 2026 city basket reference. The upper estimate adds a 50% buffer for one person and doubles it for larger households. | US$19 to US$38 | ARS 29,000 to ARS 58,000 |
| GasAugust 2026 city basket reference. The upper estimate doubles the baseline as a seasonal planning assumption. | US$13 to US$26 | ARS 20,000 to ARS 40,000 |
| WaterAugust 2026 city basket reference. The same baseline applies per home. The upper estimate adds a 50% buffer. | US$32 to US$48 | ARS 48,000 to ARS 72,000 |
| Home internetPersonal 300 Mbps at the six-month introductory price through the full list price, checked October 9, 2026. | US$18 to US$61 | ARS 27,000 to ARS 92,000 |
| Cell phonePersonal prepaid recharge with 30-day benefits. Higher estimates assume extra recharges and more family lines. | US$12 to US$48 | ARS 18,000 to ARS 72,000 |
| GroceriesAugust 2026 IDECBA food basket. Couples use two adult baskets. The upper estimate adds a 50% choice buffer. | US$651 to US$975 | ARS 986,000 to ARS 1,478,000 |
| Public transport40 to 80 registered Subte rides per adult each month. The upper family estimate adds 20 rides per child. | US$82 to US$187 | ARS 124,000 to ARS 283,000 |
| Personal items and leisureAugust 2026 cleaning, personal care and leisure basket. The upper estimate adds a 50% planning buffer. | US$179 to US$269 | ARS 271,000 to ARS 407,000 |
| Total a month | US$1,885 to US$2,830 | ARS 2,856,000 to ARS 4,289,000 |
These are derived planning estimates. Home sizes, consumption multipliers and upper buffers are assumptions. Q2 2026 rents and August 2026 household baskets are combined with October 2026 Subte fares and Personal prices. Private insurance, restaurant meals, tuition, taxes and relocation costs need separate quotes. Converted at 1,516 pesos per US dollar, the Banco Central de la República Argentina, USD quotation (opens in a new tab) rate for October 8, 2026.
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Can foreign children attend public school?
Migration Law 25,871 article 7, as replaced by DNU 366/2025, preserves admission to initial, primary and secondary education despite irregular migration status. It applies to public and private institutions. It does not promise a place at a particular school.7
CABA's online enrollment system includes children coming from schools abroad. For 2027, pre-enrollment runs from October 5 through November 6, 2026. Documentary verification runs through November 17.10
| Step | Published date | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-enrollment | October 5 to November 6, 2026 | Submit the application |
| Document check | October 5 to November 17, 2026 | Complete documentary verification |
| Online placement result | From December 4, 2026 | Check the assigned place |
Source 10
Ask about Spanish instruction, support and placement before choosing this route. The moving checklist helps organize school records and documents.
School calendars and timing the move
| School system | Published timing | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| CABA public initial and primary | February 25 to December 18, 2026 | Northern Hemisphere transfers can cross different grade cycles |
| CABA public secondary | March 2 to December 18, 2026 | Start date differs from primary |
| CABA public winter break | July 20 to July 31, 2026 | Arrange care around the school break |
| St. Andrew's | February to December, with exceptional August entry rules | Ask about grade placement and application deadlines |
Do not reuse the public calendar for Lincoln or another international school. Ask each school for its current calendar and holiday arrangements. A school transfer can also change the timing of final exams.
Questions to ask before paying an enrollment fee
- PlacementWhich grade and start date will the school confirm?
- LanguageWhich subjects use English, Spanish or French at that grade?
- SupportWho provides language or learning support and how is it charged?
- QualificationsWhich final diplomas can the child complete at this campus?
- JourneyWhat transport is available and which adults supervise it?
- DepartureWhat notice, refund or semester-payment rule applies?
Use the getting around page to investigate the route. Include the school, pediatrician and grocery trip when comparing the apartment.
Questions people ask
What is the American international school near Buenos Aires?
Asociación Escuelas Lincoln identifies itself as the American International School of Buenos Aires. Its campus is at Andrés Ferreyra 4073 in La Lucila, outside CABA. Confirm grade availability and language support directly.
Is Lincoln inside Buenos Aires city?
No. La Lucila is in Buenos Aires Province. Test the journey from your proposed home before signing a lease.
Which Northlands campus has verified IB authorization here?
The checked IB listing is Northlands Olivos, school 000869, at Roma 1248. It lists Diploma and Primary Years programs with English and Spanish instruction. Check another campus separately.
Is there a French school in CABA?
Yes. AEFE lists Lycée franco-argentin Jean-Mermoz at Ramsay 2131. Its approved French levels run from Petite section through Terminale.
Can I still assume St. Andrew's accepts February 2027 applications?
No. Its official admissions page says February 2027 admissions have closed as of October 9, 2026. Ask the admissions team about a future entry or any exceptional route.
How much is Lincoln's capital assessment?
Its 2026/2027 schedule lists US$12,000 for new K5 to grade 12 students. That is US$12,000 (ARS 18,186,000) at the guide rate, separate from tuition. Confirm the invoice and refund conditions directly.
Does Lincoln reduce tuition for late enrollment?
Its published policy says it charges the full semester for late enrollment or early mid-semester withdrawal. Ask for the applicable invoice before accepting a start date.
When does CABA public-school pre-enrollment close for 2027?
The published closing date is November 6, 2026. Document verification continues through November 17. The two steps are different.
Can a foreign child enter Argentine primary school without regular migration status?
Migration Law article 7, as amended in 2025, preserves access to initial, primary and secondary education despite irregular status. The enrollment process still determines the school place.
When do CABA public schools finish the 2026 year?
All levels finish on December 18, 2026 under the published city calendar. Ask a private or international school for its own dates.
Does bilingual education guarantee an IB Diploma?
No. Confirm the program and qualification at the exact campus and grade. A bilingual description by itself does not establish IB authorization.
Should I choose an apartment before confirming the school?
Secure the curriculum, place and campus first. Then test the school journey and compare housing. Several leading options sit outside CABA.
How long does Lincoln estimate for admission review?
Its admissions page says three to four weeks after documents are submitted. That is a review estimate, not an admission guarantee.
Are the school prices in the family budget verified quotes?
No universal school quote is used. Request a complete dated fee schedule for your child and include admission, capital, transport, meals and departure terms.
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Sources and how we check them
Sources and how we check them10 sources
Every figure on this page comes from the official or primary source listed here. We checked them in . Rules and prices change, so confirm anything important with the source before you act on it.
- St. Andrew's Scots School, admissions and February 2027 intake status, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Banco Central de la República Argentina, USD exchange reference, October 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Asociación Escuelas Lincoln, admissions process, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Asociación Escuelas Lincoln, application and required documents, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Asociación Escuelas Lincoln, tuition and fees 2026/2027, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- AEFE, Lycée franco-argentin Jean-Mermoz and approved grades, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Argentina, DNU 366/2025, amendments to Migration Law 25,871, May 29, 2025 (opens in a new tab)
- International Baccalaureate, Northlands Olivos, school 000869, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Buenos Aires City, 2026 education calendar, updated August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Buenos Aires City, state school enrollment for 2027, checked October 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Hero photo by Fernando Martello, CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab), from Wikimedia Commons (opens in a new tab).