ABOUT TAMBRAN

Get to Know Tambran

Tambran School sits in the serene hills of El Encanto del Sur in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Our temporary campus is thoughtfully integrated into the natural surroundings of TreeCasa Hotel and Resort, while we work toward building our permanent campus designed to align with our mission and vision.

At Tambran, we embrace the transformative power of a growth mindset. We believe effort drives success and challenges pave the way to achievement. By fostering resilience and perseverance, we unlock endless possibilities together.

Our Mission

At Tambran International School, our mission is to foster a balance between intellectual and personal growth, educating the whole child for the whole world, from the heart of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a leading K-12 international school that inspires resilient, compassionate individuals prepared to make meaningful contributions to their communities.

Our Philosophy

The Tambran philosophy integrates rooted in-research practices and principles dedicated to mind, body, and self to cultivate an enduring education. Our comprehensive approach considers the whole child providing fundamental and challenging academics, while enriching the well-being and potential of each child.

Growth Mindset
We believe our student's abilites can be developed through exploration ...
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Critical Thinking
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Experiential Learning
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Wellness
We believe in nurturing the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual ...
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Our Traits

TambranTraits are fundamental principles that guide behaviors, decisions, and actions at Tambran School. They are essential to shaping and maintaining the overall culture of the school. TambranTraits create a consistent framework that helps everyone in school understand what we are about.

Community
Promote a postive, respectful, and ethical learning community.
Community
Contribute positively to the school community, embodying respect, responsibility, and integrity.
Courage
Persist through challenges and learn from setbacks.
Courage
Embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and cultivate resilience and perseverance.
Curiosity
Actively learn, explore, and innovate.
Curiosity
Actively engage in learning, exploring interests, and nurtuirng creativity and critical thinking.
Compassion
Promote kindness, empathy, and supportive interactions.
Compassion
Exhibit empathy, kindness, and understanding, fostering supportive interactions that promote welll-being.

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Accreditation

NEASC

Tambran School is engaged in the accreditation process with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

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Growth Mindset

We believe our students’ abilities can be  developed through exploration and resilience. We encourage our students to embrace obstacles, mistakes, and failures as opportunities to learn, grow, and improve. 

Encouraging the belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work, rather than being fixed traits, empowers students to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. In a growth mindset-oriented environment, mistakes are viewed as valuable learning experiences, fostering a sense of perseverance and an adventurous can-do spirit.

Growth mindset not only enhances academic performance but also nurtures a positive attitude toward learning and self improvement.

Critical Thinking

We believe that critical thinking is paramount to fostering intellectual growth and preparing students for a dynamic world.

By instilling critical thinking skills, students are empowered to analyze information, question assumptions, and engage in thoughtful problem-solving. This approach transcends rote memorization, encouraging a deeper understanding of subjects and the ability to navigate complexities. Students develop the capacity to make informed decisions, evaluate evidence, and communicate effectively.

Experiential Learning

We enable students to engage with real-world problems and situations, thus kindling creativity, critical thinking, academic risk taking, and problem-solving skills. We encourage students to explore their interests, ask questions, and pursue projects that align with their passions.

We provide opportunities for self-directed learning, which instills a sense of ownership, curiosity, and lifelong love of learning. Educators guide students, while students avow accountability for their own learning.

Wellness

We believe in nurturing the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual well-being of our students. Through a supportive environment, we create a sense of belonging and promote wellness by encouraging healthy habits, mindfulness, and positive relationships.