CCS School

About the school

This Portland school brings together students from varied cultural backgrounds and develops critical thinking through reading, writing, analysis and discussion. Visiting students are paired with a local student buddy and follow a matching timetable, offering a close view of everyday classroom life. The program is best suited to older students with suitable English skills; grade placement and homestay are reviewed individually.

Highlights

• A culturally diverse school community
• Reading, writing and classroom discussion
• Classes alongside a local student buddy

Accommodation notes

A host-family option is available, subject to matching.

School application requirements

• Submit an application, passport copy, student release forms and signed standards of conduct.
• Provide a recent transcript and two teacher recommendations describing English ability; the school may request a virtual interview.
• Acceptance of younger grades is not automatic.

Documents typically needed

• Usually prepare a valid passport or applicable identity document.
• If applicable, prepare a valid U.S. visa or other entry and stay documents, according to the student’s status and proposed school arrangement.
• Immunization records and any health documents required by the school.
• Recent school reports or a learning summary; grade-specific documents are confirmed during application.