Admission to ECA is based on an evaluation of academic records, application questionnaire from the former school, a personal interview with the student and the availability of class space. Class size limitations may prevent the admissions of all students who are academically capable of benefiting from ECA’s programs. ECA primarily serves the children of international corporations and diplomatic agencies. International families and students from shareholding companies have priority in admissions; given that the student meets the admission criteria.
Please submit all of the information requested below. Any omissions of records or information considered essential to a through admission evaluation may result in denial of admission and/or continued enrollment.
Documents in a foreign language must be translated into English and certified.
Required documents: (ECA forms including an on-line application are available online at:
http://www.eca.com.ve/Admission/checklist.shtml
- ECA Application Form for New Students
- Photocopy of student’s passport
- Admission Application Questionnaire (to be completed by current school)
- For Nursery, Pre-Kinder or Kindergarten applicants: Parent Questionnaire
- ECA Student's Health Record (with evidence of a recent medical examination)
- One recent passport photo of applicant for the application form
- Report cards or transcripts for a minimum of the last three years of school (including the current school year) in English or with a certified English translation provided.
- Standardized test scores, (MAP, ITBS, ERB)
- Educational or psychological evaluations, IEP (if applicable) or any other information pertinent to the student's academic history or educational needs
- Permission for release of records form (this is to be submitted by the parent/legal guardian and to be completed by the current school)
- ECA Substance Abuse Policy form signed by student and parent (upon entry)
- Network User and Laptop Agreement for signed by student and parent (upon entry) Parents must undergo a brief orientation session.
Financial obligations required for admission must be completed before the student begins classes.
For Middle and High School Students Only (Grades 6-12):
Additional admission information
Age requirement for entry into elementary classes:
Nursery: three years old before September 30 of the current school year
Pre-Kindergarten: four years old before September 30 of the current school year
Kindergarten: five years old before September 30 of the current school year
First grade: six years old before September 30 of the current school year
Second grade: seven years old before September 30 of the current school year
Third grade: eight years old before September 30 of the current school year
Fourth grade: nine years old before September 30 of the current school year
Fifth grade: ten years old before September 30 of the current school year
Admission of Student with Special Needs
ECA endeavors to support students with identified educational needs. Admission of all English language learners and students with other special academic needs will be based on the student’s ability to be successful in the regular program of studies
Current fee and tuition information available by email: admissions@eca.com.ve