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Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Lincoln School is a nonprofit international school in Argentina, serving ages 4–18. The campus sits on nine hectares in La Lucila, overlooking the Río de la Plata, with separate elementary, middle, and high school buildings, a full-size gym, an auditorium, a theater, two libraries, band and choir rooms, science labs, and Makers' Spaces. Outdoor spaces include a 27,000-square-meter sports field, tennis and basketball courts, and a 25-meter pool, plus an Ecological Nature Reserve managed with the local municipality. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, with 100% of students taking IB courses and 88% pursuing the Diploma. Courses span Groups 1–6 and are delivered in a bilingual Diploma, including English and Spanish literature, Spanish language programs, and humanities, sciences, math, and arts subjects. Lincoln also offers the American and bespoke curricula, a nine-to-18 age range, and extensive after-school activities, service learning, and international connections through alumni and partners.
Andres Ferreyra 4073, La Lucila, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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The Essentials
Lincoln School - Buenos Aires has 617 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Andrés Ferreyra 4073, B1637 AOS La Lucila, Argentina. The campus sits among green spaces with a nature reserve and coastline park, and has views of the river.
Stages
Elementary School; Middle School; High School.
Type
International school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
45 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Learning Support includes an Individualized Learning Plan with accommodations in the regular classroom. English Language Learners (ELL) and Language Support (SLL) are provided within a bilingual program with both English and Spanish taught to students; the long-term goal is native-level proficiency in English and Spanish. Language support varies by grade level; students are not admitted with very low English from Grade 6 upwards, and some Grade 12 entrants may require additional Spanish support to obtain the Argentine bachillerato diploma.
Country affiliation
Argentina
Bus service
Regular bus service is door-to-door and operated by an external company; buses serve areas from Puerto Madero to Nordelta, including several neighbourhoods in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Vicente López, and San Isidro. An After School Activities bus runs daily and serves the same areas; sign-ups are per semester. Cancellations and sign-ups should be submitted before the 20th of the previous month. For questions, contact bus@lincoln.edu.ar.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Lincoln School - Buenos Aires ranges from ARS 16,600 to ARS 34,240 for 2026/27.
Application and enrollment fees - Application fee (one-time, paid at application): USD 2,968 for K3–K5; USD 2,968–3,424 for primary/secondary year groups depending on grade (specific application amount varies by grade group). - Annual re‑enrollment fee: billed to families of students in grades 1–12 in the month of August or upon mid‑semester enrollment. - Capital assessment (one‑time on admission for K5–Grade 12): USD 12,000 (Capital Assessment is billed on admission and is reimbursed at 50% if a child withdraws during the first school year).
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and how they are billed) - Kindergarten (K3–K4): USD 16,600 per year. - Kindergarten (K5): USD 22,800 per year. - Primary (Grades 1–5): USD 29,680 per year. - Upper primary / Lower secondary (Grades 6–7): USD 31,000 per year. - Middle / Lower High (Grade 8): USD 31,000 per year. - High School (Grades 9–12): USD 34,240 per year.
Notes on per‑term / per‑semester amounts and billing frequency: - Tuition is billed and paid monthly. A 2% discount is applied for annual or semester payments made in U.S. dollars (an invoice is issued for the period being paid). Payments in Argentine pesos are accepted only on a monthly basis at the official exchange rate at the time of payment. The school will charge for the full semester when enrolling late or withdrawing early from school mid‑semester. Monthly billing and the 2% discount for semester/annual dollar payments apply as stated. - For families who choose semester payment in dollars, the semester invoice equals one half of the annual tuition before any discount; for annual payment the 2% discount applies to the full year invoice issued in dollars. (Tuition annual amounts above are the baseline for those calculations.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Regular billing cadence: billed monthly. Semester or annual invoices are issued if a family elects to pay by semester or year in dollars. A 2% discount is applied to semester or annual payments made in U.S. dollars. Payments in pesos are accepted only on a monthly basis at the official exchange rate in effect at payment time. Lincoln charges for the full semester for late enrollments or early withdrawals within a semester. - Overdue payments: overdue peso payments are converted at the prevailing official exchange rate on the date of cancellation and an annual interest of 14% is applied to late payments. IB exam fees are billed separately.
Optional services and other fees - Cafeteria (lunch): billed monthly or by semester in Argentine pesos; daily value with monthly fee (Semester 2 example) — Kinder: ARS 13,000; Grades 1–12: ARS 15,000; individual daily lunch ticket (K–12): ARS 16,500. Cash is not accepted for cafeteria payments; accepted methods include QR / debit / credit or Mercado Pago in the High School cafeteria procedures. - Bus transportation: regular school bus fees are billed per month or per semester in Argentine pesos; the fee covers both morning and afternoon shifts. The After School Activities (late) bus is billed per semester per child for the duration of the activity. Cancellation/sign‑up deadlines and full‑month billing rules apply (cancellations should be sent before the 20th of the previous month; each month is billed in full). - Uniforms: uniforms are purchased through listed vendors; prices vary by vendor and item. Uniform vendors and ordering details are provided by the school; uniform costs are not presented as fixed amounts on the school's uniform policy page. - After‑school activities, camps, curricular trips, IB exam fees and specific program fees (for example specialized trips or extended‑day activities) are billed separately as applicable. IB examination fees are charged in addition to tuition.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. Lincoln operates as a private, coeducational day school and does not offer boarding. Bus transport is provided as a paid service for day students.
Refund, withdrawal and chargeback information - Capital Assessment refund: the Capital Assessment (one‑time admission charge) is reimbursed at 50% if a child withdraws during the first school year. - Withdrawal and mid‑semester billing: the school charges for the full semester when enrolling late or when a family withdraws early from a semester. Families must complete and submit the school's Withdrawal Form to the Admissions Office. Specific prorating or refunds for tuition beyond the Capital Assessment reimbursement are governed by the school's billing rules (full semester charge applies in the event of mid‑semester withdrawal).
Fee payment options and practical payment instructions - Accepted payment channels include: bank payments at Banco Supervielle (provide Family
and Family Name), checks in pesos (to Asociación Escuelas Lincoln) and checks in dollars (delivered to the school), bank transfers in pesos (school Business Office provides bank details), and bank transfers in U.S. dollars via TD Bank USA (Business Office provides details). The internet print‑out of a bank transfer is treated as the receipt. The school will not accept cash payments at the cashier office for general tuition (checks may be dropped at reception with invoice number noted). High School cafeteria sales accept QR / debit / credit or Mercado Pago; cash is not accepted for cafeteria.
- For overdue payments the school applies the official exchange rate and annual interest (14%) for late balances. Families paying in dollars who opt for semester or annual payment receive a 2% discount on the invoiced semester or year amount.
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Academics
Lincoln School - Buenos Aires teaches IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
IB Diploma Programme offered for Grades 11–12. 100% of students take IB courses, and 88% are IB Diploma candidates. Courses span Groups 1–6, including English Literature (HL/SL) and Spanish Literature (HL/SL); Spanish Ab Initio and Spanish B; History of the Americas, Economics, Global Politics, and Environmental Systems and Societies; Biology, Chemistry, and Physics; Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches and Applications and Interpretation); Visual Arts and Film. The Diploma is bilingual. [Source: Lincoln School IB Program page]
Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size: 18 students. [Source: Lincoln School homepage]
Exam Results
IB exam pass rate: 86%. [Source: Lincoln School homepage]
Higher Education Progression
High School counselors begin in Grade 10 to plan post-Lincoln education, focusing on college and university applications. They support college search, applications and matriculation, coordinate university visits and CIS college fairs on campus, and run events such as parent evenings for university preparation. [Source: Lincoln School HS Counseling page]
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Admissions
Admissions
Begin by filling in the application form. Applications are accepted year-round. The Admissions Team reviews inquiries and responds to you as soon as possible.
Scholarships
Financial Support and Scholarship program: Each year the Board allocates a percentage of the operating budget for financial support and scholarships. The policy is determined by the Board and administered by a Financial Support and Scholarship Committee named by the Superintendent or the Board. Families receiving financial support are expected to perform some voluntary services for the school. The financial support application allows parents to list service areas where they feel qualified to volunteer. Application Process: contact Admissions; submit documents; await notification. Documentation: applications will not be considered until all documentation has been submitted; additional documentation may be requested; if documents are not submitted on time, applicants will wait until the next deadline and will not be eligible for financial support during the current semester; applicants may be asked to attend an interview with the Superintendent and the Business Manager. Await notification: notifications will be sent as soon as possible.
Waitlist
Wait-listed: There is a cap on class size for each grade. If space is not available, applicants are wait-listed until a space becomes available. The date of wait-listing is the date all paperwork is turned in, not the initial contact date.
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FAQs
What age range does Lincoln School serve?
Lincoln School is a nonprofit international school serving students aged 4 to 18 across Elementary, Middle, and High School divisions.
Where is the campus located?
The nine-hectare campus sits in La Lucila, overlooking the Río de la Plata, at Andrés Ferreyra 4073. It includes separate buildings for each division, a nature reserve, and extensive sports facilities.
What curriculum does the school follow?
Lincoln offers the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, with 100% of students taking IB courses and 88% pursuing the full Diploma. The bilingual programme integrates American and Argentine educational approaches in English and Spanish.
What are the IB exam results?
The IB exam pass rate is 86%. The Diploma is bilingual, covering six subject groups including English and Spanish Literature, sciences, humanities, mathematics, and the arts.
How much are the fees?
Annual fees range from approximately USD 16,600 to USD 34,240 depending on grade. There is an application fee of USD 2,968, plus a one-time capital assessment of USD 12,000 for K5–Grade 12 (reimbursable at 50% upon departure).
What is the average class size?
The average class size is 18 students. The school has 617 students and 45 nationalities represented across the student body.
What sports facilities are available?
The campus features a 27,000 m² sports field, tennis and basketball courts, a 25-meter swimming pool, and a full-size gymnasium. The athletics programme includes soccer, volleyball, basketball, swimming, track and field, and tennis.
Does the school offer learning support?
Yes, the Learning Support Program provides Individualized Learning Plans with accommodations in the regular classroom. Staff collaborate with teachers for small-group instruction, co-teaching, and tailored accommodations.
Is there EAL support?
Yes, English Language Learners and Second Language Learners receive instructional support within the bilingual curriculum. Spanish classes are determined by placement evaluation, and the long-term goal is native-level proficiency in both languages.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
The after-school programme offers more than 60 sports and activities. Arts include Visual Arts, Theatre, and Music. The school also has Debate and Model United Nations clubs for leadership development.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, regular door-to-door bus service is operated by an external company, covering areas from Puerto Madero to Nordelta and several Buenos Aires neighbourhoods.
Does the school offer financial aid?
Yes, each year the Board allocates a percentage of the operating budget for financial support and scholarships. Applications are considered based on the school's financial aid policy.
What is the school's safeguarding approach?
Lincoln maintains a Child Protection Policy and a Safeguarding Policy with guidelines for crisis intervention. Counselors and staff work to safeguard the rights and dignity of every student.
Is there a parents' association?
Yes, Parents At Lincoln (PAL) is a parent-led association that welcomes all families, encourages participation, and celebrates community diversity through regular events and activities.
What university guidance is provided?
High school counselors begin university preparation in Grade 10, supporting college search, applications, and matriculation. They coordinate university visits, CIS college fairs on campus, and parent evenings.
What meal options are available?
Lunch is provided by COOK'S cafeteria with downloadable menus. Monthly costs for 2025-2026 are ARS 13,000 for Kinder and ARS 15,000 for Grades 1-12. Daily lunch purchases are also available.
What is the governance structure?
Asociación Escuelas Lincoln is a nonprofit organization recognized by the Argentine Provincial Ministry of Education. It is governed by a 14-member Board of Governors composed of parents and alumni.
What languages are taught?
English and Spanish are the core languages, taught across all disciplines. The IB Diploma offers bilingual pathways with courses in both languages, including English and Spanish Literature at HL and SL.
