International Students
A Global Community with Personal Support
Clearwater Academy International welcomes students from around the world into a supportive school community where they can strengthen their English, continue an excellent academic program, and become confident participants in campus life.
English as a Second Language
Building Fluency from the Foundation Up
Students may enroll with limited or no English-speaking ability while receiving the same excellent academic program as their English-speaking classmates.
Our comprehensive ESL program begins with practical vocabulary students can use immediately, then progresses into systematic phonics—the key to decoding, reading, and speaking English with confidence.
Supported at Every Stage
Learning, Belonging, and Growing
Students receive the individual attention they need while remaining active members of their age-appropriate classes and the wider school community.
Personalized Instruction
Individual ESL Support
Tutoring and instruction are adapted to each student’s current English ability, academic needs, and pace of progress.
Strong Foundations
Vocabulary and Phonics
Practical vocabulary and systematic phonics help students understand how English works and communicate more fluently.
Full Participation
Part of School Life
International students learn alongside their peers and participate in grade-level classes, activities, friendships, and campus traditions.
For Students Outside the United States
The I-20 Student Visa Process
Our Admissions team will help international families understand the school-related steps in the enrollment and visa process.
Begin the Application
Contact Clearwater Academy and complete the standard admissions process for your child.
Submit I-20 Information
Complete the required information sheet and pay the fee for processing the I-20 Student Visa documents.
Visit the U.S. Embassy
After receiving the I-20 papers, schedule an appointment with your U.S. Embassy or Consulate to complete the visa process.
Confirm Your Arrival
Once the embassy process is complete, contact Clearwater Academy to verify your arrival details.
Students can begin with limited English and still receive the same excellent academic opportunities as their English-speaking peers.
A Place to Belong
Confidence in a New Environment
Our ESL program supports more than language development. Individual attention helps students progress academically, connect with classmates, and adapt confidently to a new English-speaking environment.
Every international student is encouraged to become an active, contributing member of the Clearwater Academy community.
International Admissions
We’re here to guide your family.
Email our Admissions team with questions about enrollment, ESL support, or the I-20 process.