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Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Secondary School
Introduction
Alliance Academy International is a Christian international school in Quito, Ecuador, serving children of missionary communities, professionals. It offers an American curriculum with Advanced Placement, taught by English-speaking teachers from the United States, Canada and other countries. The Preschool program serves ages three and four with holistic, play-based learning and Gospel integration, while Kindergarten provides ages five and six, and engages students in reading, language arts, writing, mathematics, science and social studies with daily Bible instruction and programs in arts, music, physical education, keyboarding and Life Skills. The Secondary program offers individualized course schedules, a manual arts program, competitive sports and a range of extracurricular activities, alongside Bible classes and a chaplaincy program. Cognia accreditation, affiliation with ACSI, and recognition from the Ministerio de Educación and IBEC DCEES anchor its commitments. The school celebrates intercultural diversity across 30 nationalities, with athletics, arts, service projects and a robotics initiative for families.
Juan José de Villalengua 789, 170102 Quito, Ecuador
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The Essentials
Alliance Academy International has 570 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Alliance Academy International is located in Quito, Ecuador, at Juan José de Villalengua 789 y Av. 10 de agosto. The campus can be contacted at +593 2 3933 800, with extensions for Elementary (6237), Secondary (6205), and Admissions (6222).
Stages
Preschool, Elementary, Secondary
Type
private Christian international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has 25 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
A full-time Social-Emotional Learning Support Specialist serves Preschool; in Elementary, a Learning Support Teacher supports students and an English as a Foreign Language teacher assists; the Counseling department provides Life Skills programs.
Country affiliation
United States
Religious affiliation
Christian (affiliated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance)
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Fees
Annual tuition at Alliance Academy International ranges from USD 7,866 to USD 13,292 for 2026/27.
Tuition (pensión) by year group — amounts and frequency - Preschool (PS3 & PS4, full-day program): Pensión USD 610.00 per month. - Kindergarten–Grade 12: Pensión USD 1,053.00 per month.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration (matrícula) is charged as an annual registration/enrollment fee per student. Tuition (pensión) is billed on a monthly basis. - The school issues administrative communications and a mid-second-semester letter to families about reserving places for the following school year (down-payment arrangements are handled through the school's finance procedures).
Boarding fees - Not applicable. Alliance Academy International operates as a day school and does not offer a boarding program. Transportation is provided as a separate, optional service.
Other costs and recurring additional charges - Uniforms: AAI requires school-approved uniform items (Alliance polo shirts and approved outerwear). Uniform items are purchased through the school-approved supplier and are a parent responsibility. Expect separate costs for polos, jackets, and other approved uniform pieces. - Transportation: School bus service is available (round-trip and one-way within Quito and surrounding valleys). Payment for the transportation service is made directly to the transportation association that provides the service. Transportation is billed/collected separately from the school tuition. - Accident insurance: Parents must provide accident insurance with coverage that includes Vozandes Hospital; insurance cost is borne by the family. - Library/learning-resource charges and lost-item fees: Replacement charges apply for lost or overdue library items; if a paid-for item is later returned the price is refunded less an administrative fee. Other incidental charges (field trips, replacement ID cards, damage to school property, optional extracurricular activities) may apply per event and are billed separately. - Financial-aid / scholarship adjustments: The school may award scholarships or financial aid that reduce or exempt matrícula and pensiones (scholarships can range from partial to full coverage according to the school's financial-aid procedure).
Refund information - No general, detailed tuition-refund schedule is published in the school handbook. Specific refunds noted in school policy include reimbursement for returned library items (refund of the paid price minus an administrative charge). Scholarship and financial-aid awards have their own rules and application process; awarded reductions or exemptions are applied per the school's financial-aid procedure. For student withdrawal the school requires formal notification to the Rector's office; billing and any applicable adjustments are handled through the Finance Office.
Fee payment options and processing - Billing and family-account management are handled through the FACTS/RENWEB family portal (the school uses the RenWeb/FACTS platform for admissions and family billing). Families use the FACTS/RENWEB Family Portal to view invoices and manage payments. - FACTS (RenWeb) supports common online payment methods including e-check (bank ACH) and credit/debit card payments and provides the capability to set payment methods and payment plans via the family portal. Where families use FACTS for their account, those payment methods and payment-plan options are available through the FACTS service. (Payment card processing fees, if any, are determined by FACTS and/or the school's billing setup.)
Where payments and billing inquiries are managed on campus - The school's Finance Office (cashier) handles student accounts and financial concerns; parents may contact the Finance Office for invoices, receipts, and account questions. Transportation payment arrangements are handled separately with the transport provider.
Notes: The figures above are the published registration and monthly tuition amounts for the 2025–2026 academic year. All other charges (uniforms, insurance, transport, extracurriculars, lost-item fees, trip fees) are additional and billed separately as described above.
Academics
Alliance Academy International teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
US-style education is provided at Alliance Academy International. The majority of teachers are native English speakers from the U.S., Canada, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, and other Latin American countries. The Preschool program serves ages three and four with holistic, play-based learning and Gospel integration. The Elementary program includes a Kindergarten for ages five and six, teaching reading, language arts, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, with daily Bible instruction and additional programs in arts, music, physical education, keyboarding, and Life Skills. The Secondary program offers individualized course schedules, a manual arts program, competitive sports, and a broad range of extracurricular activities, along with Bible classes and a chaplaincy program. The curriculum is supported by Cognia accreditation, and there is affiliation with ACSI and recognition from the Ministerio de Educación and IBEC DCEES.
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Admissions
Admissions
1. The Admissions Team welcomes inquiries and would be happy to schedule an appointment to visit the school and address questions. 2. To receive more information and schedule a tour, click APPLY. 3. Children must be 3 years old by December 1 to begin the admissions process. 4. Preschool through 12th Grade hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday and 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday through Friday. 2. Apply. The APPLY link directs applicants to an online application via RenWeb. The school is an English-immersion program with native English-speaking teachers and uses a U.S. curriculum, including AP courses. Transportation is provided within Quito and the surrounding valleys, and accident insurance is required and must include Vozandes Hospital. Tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 year are Preschool registration $546 with monthly $610; Kindergarten-12th grade registration $655.74 with tuition $1,053.
Scholarships
AAI Student Scholarship Fund provides tuition discounts to support enrollment for families facing financial challenges; approximately $350,000 in financial aid is provided this school year. Donor-funded funds support targeted opportunities for students, including the David Landers Memorial Scholarship Fund, the Rob Quiring Legacy Scholarship Fund, and the Adam Yoder Memorial Fund. These funds enable financial assistance and targeted scholarships for students. Advancement activities and donor sponsorship opportunities can be pursued by contacting advancement@alliance.k12.ec.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Alliance Academy International follow?
US-style education is provided at Alliance Academy International. The majority of teachers are native English speakers from the U.S., Canada, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, and other Latin American countries.
What age range does Alliance Academy International serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 7,866 to RMB 13,292. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Alliance Academy International?
The school has approximately 570 students.
Where is Alliance Academy International located?
Alliance Academy International is located in Quito, Ecuador, at Juan José de Villalengua 789 y Av. 10 de agosto. The campus can be contacted at +593 2 3933 800, with extensions for Elementary (6237), Secondary (6205), and Admissions (6222).
When was Alliance Academy International established?
The school was established in 1929.
Who leads Alliance Academy International?
The school is led by Steve Saavedra.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
The school offers special education services, with priority given to students already enrolled.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the primary language of instruction; Spanish is the secondary language.
How do I apply to Alliance Academy International?
1. The Admissions Team welcomes inquiries and would be happy to schedule an appointment to visit the school and address questions. 2. To receive more information and schedule a tour, click APPLY. 3.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Art builds cognitive, social, and physical abilities through creative activities. It enhances memory and concentration, stimulates motor coordination, and engages the senses.
What accreditations does Alliance Academy International hold?
Cognia; ACSI; Ministerio de Educación (Ecuador); IBEC DCEES
