
Welcome to Real World School, nestled in the luscious jungle of San Mateo, Costa Rica. Our innovative approach to learning seamlessly blends academics with the pillars of sustainability and real-world skills.
Our students learn in a spacious environment, which features an organic vegetable garden with fruit trees, local plant based food, and dynamic spaces designed to foster active learning.
Students from 25 countries connect bilingually and learn through challenge, experiential and project-based methods.

A Tropical Campus
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Ensuring optimal conditions for effective learning and personal development is foundational to our approach.
At Real World School we prioritize creating a safe space where learners can flourish without fear. This commitment extends to fostering emotional safety, by emphasizing the development of inner security.
Our Philosophy
Real World School is committed to nurturing self-driven, lifelong learners who possess confidence, social connectivity, and the drive to develop autonomously.


Our learning principles support a community of learners who co-plan their education, respond thoughtfully to challenges, and think critically.
With in-depth working capacities and an entrepreneurial spirit, our students are prepared to lead with autonomy, accountability, and creativity.