CAPS is an accredited, private, American school on the island of Curaçao.
We value individuality, critical thinking skills, and creative problem solving. Our small class sizes, blended high school, and family-like atmosphere make CAPS unique. Classes are taught in English and the school’s curriculum is US based with international influences.
Our Beliefs
The Curacao American Preparatory School believes:
- A well-rounded education addresses the intellectual, moral, physical, aesthetic, and social-emotional development of the learner.
- All learners thrive in an equitable environment with high expectations for academic success.
- A strong relationship between home and school is valuable.
- All decisions made are in the best interest of the learner.
- School is a safe and nurturing environment that embraces learning and positive self-esteem.
- Each student is a unique individual with special abilities and needs.
- The school and its stakeholders are committed to fulfill the mission through a process of continuous improvement.
Our Vision
Excellence in Education – Inspiring and empowering one learner at a time.
Our Mission
The Curaçao American Preparatory School, a multicultural and inclusive learning community, strives to engage all learners in a collaborative, dynamic digital environment. In 21st century classrooms, the school fosters global awareness, individual growth, problem solving, and critical thinking.
Our Core Values
Every CAPS citizen is encouraged to be:
- Respectful
- Reliable
- Reflective
- Ethical
- Creative
- Collaborative
- Compassionate
- Analytical
- A digital citizen
- A motivated learner
Cognia Certificate of Accreditation
The Curaçao American Preparatory School is pleased to share that we meet the criteria for the educational quality established by the Cognia Global Commission, North Central Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School improvement.