UAS SPIRIT

in numbers

35

Nationalities
Represented

14

Average
Class Size

3

Accredited
High School Diploma Programs

18

Extracurricular Activities
& Sports Options

67%

Of UAS IB diplomas
are Bilingual diplomas

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At UAS we believe that play is an important vehicle for developing self-regulation and promoting language, cognition and social competence.

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The foundation for a student’s success is laid in Elementary School, where students learn the fundamental skills-reading, writing and arithmetic-and dispositions that will shape them as learners for the rest of their lives. For this reason, literacy instruction is a priority at UAS Elementary School.

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At UAS we develop globally aware, creative, emotionally intelligent, collaborative critical thinking students equipped with the academic and technological skills to successfully pursue their goals.

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The UAS Athletic Department promotes the value of teamwork, the dignity of sportsmanship, the excitement of competition, and the benefits of regular physical exercise. We challenge student-athletes to reach their potential regardless of skill level or age.

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At UAS we believe some of student's most powerful and enduring learning experiences occur beyond the borders of the classroom. Students learn new life skills, develop a passion, participate in community service and enhance their leadership and problem-solving skills.

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Since 1958 UAS has offered a unique educational opportunity and an ideal learning environment for students from every nation. We cater to both international and Uruguayan families by providing an international curriculum taught entirely in English and a Uruguayan curriculum for students who plan to attend a university in South America.

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Voices

of UAS Experience

Teacher

Jeff Granger

Physical Education Teacher and Basketball Coach
United States
Has been part of UAS since 2001

My Experience:

“I teach students that if they work hard, are disciplined and practice everyday, they can become whatever they want to be.”

Father

Juan Carlos Silva

United States
Joined UAS in 2015
Father of Grade 7 & 10 students

My Experience:

“The school does an amazing job of providing a happy, inspiring learning environment for our kids.”

Student

Vicente Gard

Grade 9 Student
Uruguayan
Has attended UAS since Nursery

My Experience:

“UAS teachers get involved and they truly care. A teacher at UAS is more than a person who stands in front of a class and talks about dates and historical figures. They care about what they teach and how they teach it, but most importantly they are role models. “

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Uruguayan American School

2 months ago

Through back Friday. We miss each and every one of our students very much. We miss the classes, the friendships, the teachers, the fun and the freedom to hug each other. What do you miss the most about UAS? ... See MoreSee Less

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Uruguayan American School

2 months ago

Join today our #UASFaceMaskChallenge to provide Face Masks to the organization “Fundación Fe y Alegría.” They need our help! This organization work with children and adolescents living in situations of social vulnerability.
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Uruguayan American School

2 months ago

Ms Coyle and Mr Davidson delivered “Good Luck” Exam Care packages from StuCo to the UAS Seniors who started their final exams today. We wish them all the best! ... See MoreSee Less

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