Family and Education in Chile
Bringing children on the long-term stay is in no way a problem in a city like Santiago. There are schools, day care centers and preschools specifically designed for expatriate children. In addition, check out this section for a listing of language institutes and university programs.
Homeschooling in Chile
New! Writer and expat mom Heather Domnick gives the lowdown on homeschooling in Chile. Read More...
Day Care and Preschool:
Preschool and day care are not just ways to get the kids off your hands while you are at work. English-language preschools are an opportunity to make sure your youngest children continue to develop their English speaking skills. Read More about Preschool and Childcare....
Nannies and Domestic Help
Hiring domestic help is a common practice in Chile that makes daily life much simpler. Domestic workers (asesoras, nanas) are often hired to provide childcare, cooking, house cleaning and gardening. They are almost always women. Learn about Chilean Nannies and Housekeepers...
Children Born Abroad
The U.S. Embassy recommends that you claim the birth of a child as soon as possible at your country's embassy or consulate. How to Document Your Child Born in Chile...
Elementary and High schools
There are many bi-lingual elementary and preparatory schools in Santiago. English is the most common second language at these schools. Read about Bilingual Education in Chile...
University Programs
Santiago's larger universities are happy to accept foreign students, perhaps because foreign students pay higher tuition than Chilean students. You can either enroll in a degree program or attend universities as a Free International Student (Alumno Libre Internacional). Learn More about Chilean University Programs...
Culture Institute and Language Schools (Spanish Classes)
There are various businesses that provide Spanish language training. While these companies often provide flexible services, the most popular and effective Study More Spanish Language and Chilean Culture...
Libraries
Santiago’s National Library (Biblioteca Nacional) is Chile’s largest library and more. It
has a cultural events center full of traveling art exhibits. Browse Library Listings in Chile...
