Compare International Schools in Vina del mar, Chile

Instructs in Spanish, German

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Colégio Alemán de Valparaíso is a nonprofit private school in Valparaíso, Chile, founded in 1857 with strong ties to Germany. It offers the German-language International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (GIB) for Grades 10–12, including Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay (4,000 words) and CAS, within five subject groups: Spanish Language and Literature; German and English as foreign languages; History in German; Biology in German; Mathematics. The school promotes biculturalism through Immersion education from early years and a Humanities program (PH). Since 2015 it has implemented a Competency-Based Curriculum from early childhood through IV Básico, focusing on biopsychosocial development, collaboration, autonomy and meaningful learning. Facilities include a stadium with natural grass and a tartan track, a 25-meter indoor heated pool, a gym, STEM labs, a robotics lab, a FabLab and a library. It is part of the DAS network, renewed the Colegio Alemán de Excelencia seal in 2018, and offers exchange programs and immersion.

Location

Álvarez 2950, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso Region, Chile. It is located in Viña del Mar, in the Valparaíso Region. The campus serves a bicultural, German‑affiliated community and features extensive sports facilities.

Stages

Early Childhood: Spielgruppe, Kindergarten 1 and Kindergarten 2; Primary: 1st to 6th Basic; Secondary: 7th Basic to IV Medio.

Type

Private, non-profit

Additional learning support

The school provides psychology, orientation, and psycho-pedagogical support for students; it includes monitoring and support for learning, standardized assessments management, and a convivencia escolar program; provisions for curriculum accommodations for students with special educational needs.

Country affiliation

Germany

Religious affiliation

Secular; elective religious instruction is offered (Catholic or Lutheran) along with Philosophy for Children; the school presents a laic, pluralistic environment.

Bus service

Regional transport is contracted by the school; the entire delegation travels by bus with the coach. For events outside the region, transportation may be by bus or plane according to arrangements.

MATRÍCULA Y CUOTA DE INCORPORACIÓN

- Matrícula (por año 2026, aplica a todos los niveles desde Spielgruppe hasta IV Medio): UF 14,5. La UF se calculará al valor del día del pago.
- Cuota de incorporación (pago único para alumno nuevo al ingresar): UF 30. Esta cuota es irrevocable y no será devuelta una vez que el alumno haya ingresado efectivamente a clases.
- Recargos por pago tardío de la matrícula (valores en pesos chilenos): Enero 2026: $30.000; Febrero 2026: $40.000; Marzo 2026: $50.000.

COLEGIATURA (ARANCEL ANUAL) — VALORES Y FRACCIONAMIENTO

- Colegiatura anual 2026 (aplica de Spielgruppe a IV Medio): UF 142,77 por alumno; la UF se calculará al valor del día de pago.
- Fraccionamiento mensual permitido: hasta 10 cuotas iguales y sucesivas. Para 2026 el detalle es 10 cuotas de 14,28 UF cada una, con vencimientos el día 5 de cada mes (primer vencimiento 5 de marzo de 2026; último vencimiento 5 de diciembre de 2026). Cada cuota se reajusta al valor de la UF del día de pago.
- Descuentos aplicables a la colegiatura:
- Descuento por número de hijos (mismo sostenedor): 3er hijo 10%; 4° hijo en adelante 20%. 1° y 2° hijo: 0%.
- Descuento por pago anticipado del total de la colegiatura anual: Pago hasta 30 diciembre 2025 → 5% de descuento; Pago en enero 2026 → 3% de descuento; Desde 1 febrero 2026 → sin descuento.

PLAN DE FACTURACIÓN Y PLAZOS

- Ciclo de pagos mensual (si se opta por fraccionar): 10 cuotas mensuales con vencimiento el día 5 de cada mes entre marzo y diciembre del año lectivo; las cuotas se calculan en UF y se cobran al valor de la UF del día de pago.
- Penalizaciones por mora y atrasos:
- Interés por pago fuera de plazo: equivalente al 60% de la tasa máxima convencional aplicable en 2026, calculado entre la fecha de vencimiento y la fecha efectiva de pago.
- Si existen atrasos en 3 o más cuotas, además del interés precedente se cobrará una multa anticipada y convencional equivalente al 1% mensual sobre el total de la deuda reajustada conforme IPC entre vencimiento y pago efectivo.

FORMAS Y CANALES DE PAGO

- Pagos de matrícula, colegiatura y otros a través de la plataforma Alexia con Webpay durante el proceso de matrícula. Para pago anticipado de la colegiatura anual también disponible Webpay vía Alexia; no se acepta efectivo ni cheques para pago anticipado.
- Modalidades de pago mensual y cargo automático:
- Plataforma Alexia (usuario y clave del apoderado económico).
- PAC (cargo a cuenta corriente) mediante mandato en el banco.
- PAT (cargo a tarjeta de crédito) mediante mandato en el banco.
- Transferencia bancaria (según indicaciones de tesorería).
- Condición administrativa: el sistema de matrícula bloqueará el proceso si existen obligaciones financieras pendientes (se exige estar al día con otros conceptos — biblioteca, actividades, etc.).

OTROS COSTOS Y CARGOS RECURRENTES

- Cuota del Centro General de Padres (por familia): $35.000 (CLP) para 2026.
- Seguros y prestaciones financiadas por la Corporación (no cobradas a las familias como parte de la colegiatura): seguro de escolaridad (cubre fallecimiento del apoderado económico), seguro de accidentes personales para alumnos, libros y materiales importados desde Alemania, y viaje de estudios de los primeros medios (excepto alimentación).
- Seguro de escolaridad voluntario para cónyuge (opcional): UF 1,35 anual (vigencia 01.03.2026 a 28.02.2027) — cobertura según condiciones del seguro.
- Uniforme escolar: el colegio tiene un proceso de renovación del uniforme y las nuevas prendas fueron comercializadas a partir de 2.º semestre 2025; se indica punto de venta y período de disponibilidad (por ejemplo, venta en tienda Falabella Espacio Urbano Viña del Mar en enero-marzo 2026), pero no se publica un precio tarifado en la circular informativa o en la página de uniformes. Los costos del uniforme corren por cuenta de la familia.
- Actividades especiales y salidas (Ferienheim, viajes de curso, talleres, etc.): pueden generar cargos adicionales puntuales; el "Ferienheim" es una casa quinta utilizada para estancias cortas y actividades formativas —no es un programa de internado. Cualquier costo asociado a esas salidas se comunica en su oportunidad.

INFORMACIÓN DE REEMBOLSOS Y RETIROS

- Matrícula y cuota de incorporación: no son reembolsables en ningún caso una vez que el alumno se haya incorporado efectivamente al colegio.
- Retiro voluntario de alumno: el apoderado debe comunicarlo por escrito; sólo deberá pagar hasta la cuota del mes subsiguiente al retiro efectivo del alumno. Si la colegiatura anual fue pagada de contado y el alumno se retira, la Corporación devolverá la suma proporcional conforme al criterio anterior.

PROGRAMA DE INTERNADO / RESIDENCIA (BOARDING)

- No existe un programa de internado o residencia permanente para alumnos. La institución opera como colegio diurno; el "Ferienheim" es una casa quinta para estancias y actividades formativas de corta duración y no constituye un servicio de alojamiento permanente ni implica tarifas de pensión anual.

RESUMEN PRÁCTICO (valores clave)

- Matrícula 2026: UF 14,5 por alumno.
- Colegiatura anual 2026: UF 142,77 por alumno (equivalente a 10 cuotas de 14,28 UF si se fracciona).
- Cuota de incorporación (nuevo ingreso): UF 30 (pago único, no reembolsable tras ingreso).
- Cuota Centro Padres: $35.000 CLP por familia.
- Descuentos disponibles: pago anticipado (5% hasta 30/12/2025; 3% en enero 2026) y descuento por número de hijos (10% para 3er hijo; 20% para 4° en adelante).

NOTA SOBRE ALCANCE Y LÍMITES DE LA INFORMACIÓN

- Las cifras principales están expresadas en UF y se calculan al valor de la UF del día de pago; el importe final en pesos chilenos variará según la cotización de la UF al momento del pago. Las tablas de vencimientos, recargos por matrícula fuera de plazo, y las condiciones de pago y reembolso están especificadas en el contrato y la circular de matrícula 2026.

BREVE RESUMEN DE GAPS IDENTIFICADOS

- No se publicaron precios específicos de las prendas del uniforme en la documentación consultada; los costos de uniforme deben asumirse por la familia y se informan en los puntos de venta correspondientes.

Uniform Requirement

The school has an official uniform. A new uniform was designed with input from students, parents, and staff and will be mandatory from the 2027 school year. The daily uniform includes a white polo shirt with German colors and the school insignia, a red jacket with the school's emblem, gray pants or a gray skirt, and black shoes; socks are dark gray with pants and white with skirts; there are formal and daily wear options for events and daily use.

Food Options

The school operates a Casino, Cafeteria and Kiosko. Since March 2026 Hotelera Piemonte SpA is in charge of the school feeding service, offering balanced, varied menus, homemade-style meals, and strict hygiene protocols. Lunch is available in the casino, with a take-away option, and the service is coordinated with the school (casinos@hotelerapiemonte.cl).

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by the Corporación Colegio Alemán de Valparaíso, a private nonprofit that acts as the school's governing body. It is part of the network of German-associated schools (DAS) and operates under a nine-member Board led by President Bettina Wolff; contact: directorio@dsvalpo.cl.

Curriculum

Gemischtsprachiges Baccalaureate (GIB) Diploma Programme offered for Grades 10–12; the Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge (epistemology), the Extended Essay (a 4,000-word independent research paper), and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). The curriculum comprises five subject groups: Spanish Language and Literature; Foreign Languages (German and English); Individuals and Societies (History in German); Sciences (Biology in German); Mathematics. The IB Learner Profile emphasizes attributes such as being Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, and Reflective. The school also provides Immersion education to promote biculturalism and natural acquisition of German from an early age, and offers a Humanities program (PH) as part of its curricular offerings. Since 2015, the school has implemented a Competency‑Based Curriculum from Spielgruppe through 6th Básico to IV Medio, focusing on biopsychosocial development, self-knowledge, collaboration, autonomy, and meaningful learning; the program integrates essential competencies across all areas and subjects.

Exam Results

Standardized assessments for 2024–2025 include PAES admissions results, German DSD I/II exams, and English language certificates (FCE and CAE). The school publishes PAES results and distribution, reports on DSD I/II outcomes, and provides English certificate data (FCE/CAE).

Higher Education Progression

Direct admission to German universities is possible after PAES scores of at least 700 and successful DSD II; the school provides study and career guidance through a dedicated advisor and maintains extensive university connections in Germany, including Heidelberg, Cologne, Potsdam, the TU9 network, Weingarten, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, and Hamburg, with collaboration from DAAD, LBI, INSALCO, among others.

Gifted and Talented

Electives and a Differentiated Plan are offered; in III and IV Medio, students may choose from 25 elective plans designed to strengthen science, humanities, arts, technology, and sports. The school also hosts Gemischtsprachiges Baccalaureate (GIB) as an advanced pathway and maintains Immersion education to support biculturalism.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has an Equipo de Apoyo (Support Team) with the goal of promoting personal competencies across all cycles. The Psychology area provides accompaniment to teachers and students to achieve the optimal development of psycho-emotional skills. The Orientation area is focused on holistic formation, aligned with the Project Educational Institutional (PEI) and considering students' developmental stages and social context. The Psychopedagogía area supports teachers and students by designing more effective strategies for learning while respecting each student's individuality. The Convivencia Escolar team works to foster a positive school climate and guides reflection on students' behaviors and their natural consequences, following the Internal Regimen for School Coexistence (RICE). In the Inicial cycle there is emphasis on emotional and social development as the foundation of learning; in the Básica cycle, autonomy in emotional, social, and organizational areas is developed through a diagnostic-based program; in the Media cycle, psycho-orientation workshops address affectivity, stress management, effective communication, and group integration.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Equipo de Apoyo designs, implements and monitors curricular adjustments for students with special educational needs.

Mental Wellbeing

The Psychology area provides accompaniment to teachers and students to foster psycho-emotional development. The Orientation area supports holistic well-being as part of the PEI, considering development stages and the social context. The Convivencia Escolar initiatives aim to maintain a positive climate and support reflection on emotions and behavior. The Inicial cycle emphasizes emotional and social development as a learning foundation, with the Support Team implementing programs to promote emotions in self and others. In Básica, autonomy in emotional, social, and organizational areas is built through a diagnostic-driven program; in Media, psycho-orientation workshops cover affectivity, stress management, and interpersonal skills.

Safeguarding

The school has a Plan Integral de Seguridad Escolar (PISE) for safety and emergency procedures, and a Sala PRIAUX (First Aid Room) staffed by health professionals; the system includes evacuation plans and a dedicated team led by the Presidenta del Comité de Seguridad Escolar and the Encargada de Prevención de Riesgos y Salud Ocupacional.

Admissions

1. General background. The admission process is objective and transparent, ensuring the dignity of applicants and their families in accordance with constitutional guarantees. It also guarantees equity and equal opportunity and the principle of non-discrimination.

2. General admission criteria. Any family wanting to join the Colegio must inform themselves about the Institutional Educational Project, the Internal Rules of Coexistence, and other annexes, which are published as PDFs on the school's website and available in printed form at the school. For the vacancies available each year, the Admissions Commission evaluates compliance with the requirements, and preselects only those applicants who meet the criteria published by the school. The Admissions Commission is composed of a representative of the Board, the Rectorate, and Cycle Directors.

3. Postulation process. 3.1 Information about the Admissions Convocation: At the time of the convocation, the Corporation informs through its website about the number of vacancies offered at each level, priority quotas per level (NEEP), application deadline, required background and documents, dates of observation and evaluations, date and place of publication of results, fees and conditions for enrollment in the admissions process, the Institutional Educational Project, and syllabi. Priority quotas will be informed if these are not occupied by regular students, according to Dictamen N° 0073 and Law N° 21.544. 3.2 Application deadline: Spielgruppe and Kindergarten 1 require documents to be submitted from April 1 to 20; Kindergarten 2 to IV Ensino Medio require documents from August 1 to September 30. 3.3 Age of applicants: Spielgruppe (Mid-Level) must be 3 years old by March 31, 2027; Kindergarten 1 must be 4 by March 31, 2027; Kindergarten 2 must be 5 by March 31, 2027; 1st Elementary must be 6 by March 31, 2027. 3.4 Certificates: Present birth certificate of the applicant; Certificates of Basic and Secondary Studies; Present Annual Study Certificate from the Ministry of Education (or its equivalent for foreign applicants); Present a certificate of current enrollment at the school the applicant attends. 3.5 Applicants with knowledge of German: Applicants from 1st Elementary to IV Secondary with knowledge of German must take admission tests according to the syllabi published on the school's admissions page; approval in the admission evaluations is 80%.

4. Admission process. 4.1 Guided tour: Families who wish to learn about the school can visit the facilities; 4.3 Dates of observation/evaluation: Spielgruppe (late May), Kindergarten 1 (early May), Kindergarten 2 to IV Secondary (early October); Each applicant will receive an invitation with the calendar.

5. Organization of the annual Admissions process. 5.1 First Admissions Process for the year 2026: A summarized dates table outlines the sequence of document reception, campus tour, information session, observation/evaluation, and results for each level. 5.2 Second Admissions Process for the year 2026: After the first process, and depending on available vacancies, a second admissions process may be opened with its own dates and procedures.

6. Areas to evaluate and achievement percentages. The evaluation framework differs by level and language track. For applicants with German knowledge, the minimum achievement in each instrument is 60% (with variations by level). For applicants without knowledge of German, minimum achievement is 80% in specified areas. 7. Modality of participation in the Admissions process. The process is conducted in person; some stages may be conducted remotely only for specific cases and at the discretion of the school. 8. Results. After the admissions process, the school publishes the list of accepted students at a visible location in the school. Each applicant's family receives an email informing the status (selected or not selected). Parents of non-selected applicants may request detailed information about their child's performance. 8.1. Prelación (priority ranking). If applications exceed vacancies, ranking is based on the best total score, with priority given to higher achievement and meeting the threshold in each area. 9. Wait lists. Wait lists are generated when the number of approved applicants exceeds available seats. To join the wait list, the applicant must achieve at least 60% in every evaluated area. 9.1. Wait list precedence. Allocation is by result, i.e., the higher average achievement across all areas and meeting the 60% threshold in each area. 10. Considerations for accepted students. Parents or guardians of accepted applicants must initiate enrollment to secure the offered seat, with enrollment formalized within published deadlines via the education services contract between the school's legal representative and the student's guardian. If enrollment is not completed within the deadline, the school will consider the seat as declined and offer it to another applicant. 11. Review of the Admissions procedure. The Admissions Protocol is reviewed annually by the Admissions Committee to ensure a transparent procedure aligned with the school's guidelines and applicable legislation.

Scholarships

Scholarship applications open for the 2026 school year from December 1 to December 12, 2025. For more information, contact the school's Control of Management Analyst, Javier Conrads, at j.conrads@dsvalpo.cl.

Waitlist

Wait lists are established when the number of admitted applicants exceeds available seats. To enter the wait list, the applicant must achieve at least 60% in each evaluated area. Wait list precedence is based on the overall average result, prioritizing higher averages and meeting the 60% threshold in each area. 9.1_Precedence is determined by result: highest average achievement, with a 60% minimum in each area.

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Lycée Jean d'Alembert

Instructs in French, Spanish

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Lycée Français Jean d'Alembert – Viña del Mar is a French international school in Viña del Mar, Chile, affiliated with AEFE. The school delivers a French curriculum from maternelle through Terminale, with French as the language of instruction across disciplines to support homologation within the AEFE network. Students follow a trilingual path with Spanish and English development, including LLCER English, DNL in History-Geography, the EMILE program in primary, and a Model United Nations option. Assessments align with CECRL standards, supported by ongoing teacher training. Itineraries structure learning around citizenship, health education and arts-and-culture (PEAC), with a career-oriented pathway and guidance on higher education in France and abroad (Parcoursup). The campus covers about 25,500 m2, with 44 classrooms across kindergarten, elementary and secondary, plus three libraries, an infirmary, a cafeteria, two computer rooms and two science labs. Facilities include a gym, outdoor courts, an athletics track, study trips to France, and clubs such as the student council, Book Week and community service initiatives.

Location

The Lycée Jean d'Alembert is located at Avenida Las Perdices 450, Reñaca, Viña del Mar, Chile. It serves Viña del Mar in the Valparaíso Region. Access is via local urban and intercity buses and taxis; the Consulate of France is located in Viña del Mar nearby.

Stages

Maternelle (TPS-GS); Élémentaire (CP-CM2); Secondaire. It provides education from early childhood through the lycée.

Type

French international school affiliated with AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad).

Country affiliation

France

Application and entrance fees

- Droits d'entrée (Cuota de incorporación): UF 40,00 por familia.
- Droit d'inscription (inscripción): UF 12,02 por alumno (pago único).

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term)

- Maternelle (TPS–GS):
- Matrícula / Ecolage annuel: UF 121,30 por alumno por año.
- Por trimestre (división trimestral): UF 40,43 por trimestre (121,30 ÷ 3).

- Élémentaire (CP–CM2):
- Ecolage annuel (CP a CM2): UF 134,50 por alumno por año.
- Por trimestre: UF 44,83 por trimestre (134,50 ÷ 3).

- Secondaire (6ème a Terminale):
- Ecolage annuel (6º a 4º medio / 6ème a Terminale): UF 139,90 por alumno por año.
- Por trimestre: UF 46,63 por trimestre (139,90 ÷ 3).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Las colegiaturas se expresan annuellement en UF; la institución permite pagos en la caja del colegio, por cargo automático con tarjeta de crédito (PAT) o por depósito / transferencia a la cuenta corriente de la Corporación Educacional Francesa de Valparaíso en Banco Santander. El horario de recaudación en caja es de lunes a viernes (consultas en secretaría).
- Los cargos por talleres o actividades extra-programáticas se reflejan en el estado de cuenta junto a la mensualidad. Los talleres del 1er trimestre tienen un valor indicado por taller y se cobran junto con la mensualidad.

Boarding (internado)

- No aplica: el Lycée funciona como establecimiento diurno y no figura un servicio de internado o pensión; por tanto no existen tarifas de alojamiento/board.

Other costs and optional fees

- Suscripción al viaje de estudios: UF 1,00 por alumno (aplicable desde TPS hasta 3º); este importe se abona entre marzo y diciembre y tiene condiciones de reembolso (ver apartado de reembolsos).
- Asociación de padres de alumnos (opcional): UF 1,40 por familia.
- Talleres extra-programáticos: UF 1,25 por taller (valor por taller y periodo indicado en inscripciones; el cobro se incorpora al estado de cuenta junto a la mensualidad).
- Cantina / comedor: existe servicio de cantine administrado por un proveedor externo; la venta de tickets se realiza en días lectivos en el acceso de maternelle; los precios de tickets se facturan/gestiona separadamente.
- Uniforme: el uso del uniforme es obligatorio para determinados ciclos; la lista de prendas autorizadas y la obligación de uso están especificadas en el reglamento de vestuario. No se indican tarifas fijas de suministro del uniforme en la documentación.
- Seguro escolar y seguro de escolaridad: el colegio mantiene pólizas de Seguro de Accidentes Personales y Seguro de Escolaridad para alumnos matriculados; la documentación describe coberturas y procedimiento de reembolso ante accidentes y siniestros. No se especifica un cargo directo en la hoja de aranceles (la póliza opera según condiciones y vigencias indicadas).

Refund information

- Suscripción al viaje de estudios (UF 1): reembolso efectuado durante el mes de marzo precedente al viaje; si el alumno no realiza el viaje, el reembolso se hará al cierre del ciclo de enseñanza media según el procedimiento indicado.
- Seguro y reembolsos médicos por accidente: el seguro de accidentes opera bajo modalidades de libre elección o convenio cerrado y detalla procedimientos y plazos para solicitar reembolsos (plazo máximo para trámite y documentación requerida).

Fee payment options

- Pago en efectivo en la caja del Lycée (horario de atención en secretaría).
- Pago con tarjeta bancaria (tarjeta de crédito / débito) en caja.
- Pago por cheque nominativo cruzado en caja.
- Pago por cargo automático en tarjeta de crédito (PAT).
- Pago por depósito o transferencia bancaria a la cuenta corriente de la Corporación Educacional Francesa de Valparaíso (Banco Santander).

Notas finales (formato y presentación): todos los importes oficiales de aranceles se expresan en Unidad de Fomento (UF) en la documentación de admisión y aranceles; los montos anuales listados arriba son las referencias por ciclo y las cifras por trimestre se obtienen dividiendo la tarifa anual por tres, conforme a la organización trimestral de periodos y actividades del calendario escolar.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is compulsory for CP through 4ème; the uniform includes blue jeans without holes or decorations, a white polo shirt (long or short sleeves), a navy blue sweater with the school insignia and the child's name, blue socks, and black school shoes, plus a color-marked parka with the name. CP–4ème also wear an official school sports uniform. From 3ème to Terminale there is no uniform, but students must dress neatly and in a manner that respects laïcité and political/ideological neutrality. Sanctions for non-compliance can include an oral warning, a letter to parents, or detentions (1 hour midweek, 2 hours midweek, or Saturday morning).

Food Options

A monthly menu is published to offer students a balanced and varied diet; the menu of the month is shared with families and updated monthly.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by the Corporación Educacional Francesa de Valparaíso and operates under a convention with AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad).

Curriculum

The school offers education from Maternelle through Terminale (high school) in Viña del Mar, Chile with a French-language program aligned to AEFE standards. The mastery of French is a priority; French is used in all communications and instruction across disciplines to support homologation and school life. A linguistic progression from primary to secondary includes Spanish and English development with LLCER English, DNL in History-Geography, the EMILE program in primary, and a Model United Nations option, with CECRL-aligned assessment and regular teacher training. Itineraries structure learning across the school: a citizenship itinerary, a health-education itinerary, and an arts-and-culture education itinerary (PEAC), along with a future-oriented pathway for careers. Higher education progression is prepared through the French Baccalaureate (Bachillerato) or PDT, with guidance on continuing studies in France and abroad (Parcoursup) and an active alumni network.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have pathways to higher education in France and internationally, with preparation through the French Baccalaureate or PDT and guidance on admissions via Parcoursup; the school supports continued studies in France and abroad and maintains alumni networks.

Gifted and Talented

Enrichment and talent development are provided through a linguistic progression program (Spanish and English) with DNL in History-Geography, EMILE in primary, and the LLCER English track, plus a Model United Nations option. Cambridge language certifications are available, along with reading rallies, mathematics challenges, theatre and film activities, and cultural exchanges.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Orientation and formation include civic and vocational experiences for students in 3ème and 2nde. The program connects internship experiences to career guidance, requiring observation and experiential learning in enterprise or academic settings. A psychologist supports students in the secondary level. The Le Centre des élèves provides capsules about daily life and school activities, and there are ongoing student-life updates and events that involve students and families to foster wellbeing. Convivencia Escolar is organized with a Plan de Gestión Convivencia Escolar and a CESCE committee to support a positive school climate.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches in two languages, French and Spanish, reflecting a bilingual learning environment. This bilingual approach means students learn in two languages and celebrate two cultures. The site presents a bilingual, cross-cultural education as a core aspect of the lycée.

Mental Wellbeing

A school psychologist supports student well-being, particularly within the orientation and formation program for secondary students. Orientation activities include guidance and development processes aimed at supporting students' mental and emotional health.

Safeguarding

The school has a Plan Integral de Seguridad Escolar (PISE), a comprehensive school safety plan. The plan is published with a PPMS document to outline safety procedures and related measures.

Admissions

Admission Process. Call for admission: The Lycée publishes vacancies for the different levels of education. This process takes place in April of the current school year, and depending on the results a second call may be held in September. The calls occur in May (open houses) and September (if vacancies remain after the first call).

Selection: The selection period runs from June 1 to August 31 for the first selection; the second selection runs from September 1 to October 31. After the selection period, results are communicated by email or telephone. Enrollment is completed with the Admissions Officer at the Lycée Secretariat.

Educational and Evaluation Steps: Prospective students and their parents are invited to participate in an activity at the Lycée. Applicants attend the Lycée in groups for about two hours, depending on the level they are applying to; this opportunity allows observation of their linguistic, mathematical and psychomotor abilities appropriate to the level. This activity is conducted by an interdisciplinary team of teachers, educators, a psychologist and a psychopedagogue. Documents presented include: Institutional Educational Project; AEFE; the French instruction provided by the Lycée; the structure and services of the Lycée; the admission conditions; submission of documents to the Admissions Officer; Birth certificate; last six pay slips or income tax return (self-employed); Certificate of no debt (from the previous kindergarten or school); Study and personality report (maternelle, elementary). If required by the Admissions Committee, there may be an additional interview with the parents.

Delivery of results: For the first selection, results are communicated by email or telephone between June 17 and August 30 of the current year. For the second selection, from October 1 to November 30. Enrollment is communicated by telephone or email; acceptance is subject to the availability of places.

Enrollment: Enrollment periods: first period from June 17 to August 31; second period from October 17 to December 31 of the current year. Enrollment is done at the Lycée Secretariat, Monday to Friday, 08:30–13:00 and 15:00–16:30.

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Saint Paul's School

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Saint Paul's School in Viña del Mar, Chile, is a private Anglican day school offering a blended international curriculum across the Infant, Junior, and Senior divisions, located at Merced Oriente 56. The Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) is delivered for ages 3 to 12, while Cambridge programmes cover Primary and Secondary levels and the IGCSE, with a Bespoke Curriculum to tailor learning. The school rests on three pillars: Academic Excellence, Intensive English, and Christian Values, guiding classroom practice and life. Differentiated instruction is supported by Plan de Formación Diferenciada. English is learned through sustained immersion, with preparation for Cambridge English Qualifications. Facilities include a Learning Resource Center library, a Computer Lab, a Biology Lab, Music spaces and a theatre, plus Infant, Junior, and Senior spaces. Extracurriculars span sport, theatre and music, with Conservatorio, English language clubs, and leadership and service programs through Centro de Estudiantes and Acción Social for students.

Location

Viña del Mar, Chile. Merced Oriente 56, Agua Santa, Viña del Mar.

Stages

Infant School; Junior School; Senior School. The project integrates the Primary Education Programme (PEP - IBO).

Type

Private Anglican Christian day school.

Religious affiliation

Anglican Church of Chile (Iglesia Anglicana de Chile).

School day structure

The school day starts at 9:00.

Application / admission fees
- Postulation (application) fee: CLP $30,000 (payment required as part of the application process for Pre-Kínder, Kínder and 1° básico).
- Cuota de incorporación (entry fee): UF 22 (applies from Kínder). When a student enters a higher course, 50% is paid the year of entry and 50% the following year. There is no restitution of the cuota de incorporación if the student is withdrawn after admission.

Enrollment (matrícula) fees
- Matrícula 2026 (early / on-time values through November 30):
- UF 12.6 for first child.
- UF 10.7 for second child.
- UF 8.8 for third child and subsequent children.
- Matrícula late (after November 30) 2026:
- UF 13.1 for first child.
- UF 11.2 for second child.
- UF 9.2 for third child and subsequent children.

Tuition (colegiatura) — annual and installment options
- Colegiatura anual 2026 (Kínder through 4° medio): UF 121 per year.
- Colegiatura anual 2026 (Pre-Kínder): UF 97 per year.
- Payment frequency and per‑installment details:
- Annual tuition may be paid in either 9 or 10 monthly installments (the school offers the option to divide the annual colegiatura into 9 or 10 cuotas).
- Payment dates: installments are due on the 5th of each month (or the next business day if the 5th is a holiday), beginning 5 March 2026.
- If the family pays the full annual colegiatura before 15 January 2026, a 3% discount on the colegiatura is applied.
- Sibling discounts on the colegiatura 2026: third child receives a 10% discount and fourth child receives a 40% discount on the annual colegiatura.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing schedule: annual colegiatura published as above; school issues monthly instalments due on the 5th of each month (start date 5 March 2026) when paying in instalments. Installment count may be 9 or 10, per the school arrangement. Late payment may incur reajustes (indexation), interest and administrative charges; repeated non-payment can result in non-renewal of enrollment and other collection actions. The contract authorizes the school, in cases of non-payment, to take collection measures including the use of promissory notes (pagarés) and to record debt in commercial information systems.

Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding fees: not applicable. Saint Pauls operates as a day school and does not publish any boarding (internado) fees or residential provision.

Other annual or occasional costs
- Aporte al Centro de Estudiantes (2026): CLP $3,500 per student.
- Cuota para viaje de estudios (2026): CLP $5,200 per student (applies to the annual savings/fee for study trips). Note: travel contributions are collected annually and used for the cohorts study trip when applicable.
- Asociación de Padres y Apoderados (APA) contribution (referential): CLP $30,000 per family (value historically applied; presented as a recurring annual APA contribution).
- Seguros: the school charges insurance premiums (accidental and escolaridad) as annual items; values are published as UF amounts in annual documentation (examples in recent documents include accident and escolaridad insurance expressed in UF). Payment of any insurance premiums required by the school is a parental obligation.
- Textbooks and school supplies: textbooks are sold through scheduled vendor sales at the school; families are responsible for the cost of texts and supplies listed by grade. Uniform purchase is managed separately; no single, fixed uniform fee is published in the schools public materials. Lists of required books and supplies are published by grade.

Refund and cancellation rules (key points)
- No refund of matrícula or cuota de incorporación if the family withdraws after the students admission is confirmed.
- If the family requests early termination of the school year or withdraws the student before year-end, the family remains liable for the full annual colegiatura for that year without right to a proportional refund, except in exceptional cases that the school may evaluate on an individual basis.
- The school may retain sums already paid and apply collection measures for outstanding amounts; repeated or serious contractual breaches may lead to non-renewal of enrollment.

Fee payment options and accepted methods
- Online payment (web-based): an online payment platform is available (Pago en Línea / Schoolnet) and the school has used Webpay for card payments in past circulars; the administration also issues billing through the schools billing systems. Families may arrange payment via the schools online payment gateway when available.
- Commercial instruments: the contract contemplates the issuance and acceptance of promissory notes (pagarés) and other mercantile instruments as part of payment and collection procedures.

Notes on discounts and special conditions
- Early annual-payment discount: 3% discount on the colegiatura if paid in full before 15 January 2026.
- Sibling discounts: third-child 10% and fourth-child 40% discounts on the annual colegiatura for 2026.

(End of fees overview.)

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform policy.

Food Options

The school provides a canteen with daily lunch options. The menu includes a main dish with sides, four salads to choose from, a dessert or fruit, bread, juice, consommé, pebre and dressings. The price is 5,700 Chilean pesos.

Governance and Ownership

The school is Anglican Church-affiliated and operates as a Christian school.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Guidance and Counseling Department contributes to the holistic development of students in their emotional, social, and personal growth, guided by the Institutional Educational Project: Viam Veritatis Inveni. The school employs four psychologists and two counselors who work in close coordination with the homeroom teachers of the 28 grades, divided into a Junior Cycle (Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade) and a Senior Cycle (6th grade to 4th media/12th grade). The team supports students' well-being and social-emotional development through ongoing collaboration with staff across the school. Their role centers on fostering a caring and inclusive climate that supports personal growth and healthy interpersonal relationships.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

There are spaces by level for students with permanent special educational needs, in accordance with applicable law. Applications for admission can include spaces for students with permanent needs. The process requires completing a Information Form about Permanent Special Educational Needs (NEEP) and a certificate of autism or disability if applying for a priority slot. The admissions process remains open year-round while vacancies exist, and all applicants must complete every stage of the process with the required documentation.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Intensive English language instruction is a pillar of the Project Educativo. The mission emphasizes promoting the learning and practice of the English language as a living medium of written and spoken communication. English is a central component of the school's curriculum and development.

Mental Wellbeing

The school focuses on the affective, social, and personal development of students, supporting mental wellbeing as part of holistic growth. The department works with four psychologists and two counselors who collaborate with teachers across all grades to support student development and well-being. The aim is to nurture emotional health, social skills, and personal resilience within the school community.

Safeguarding

The School's Plan for Coexistence Management (2024–2025) is aligned with the MINEDUC National Coexistence Policy (2019). It centers on inclusive coexistence, respectful treatment among all members of the school community, democratic and collaborative participation, and the peaceful, dialogued resolution of conflicts. The plan aims to promote character and school climate in line with the PEI and includes actions designed to strengthen community wellbeing, update protocols, and ensure a safe and constructive school environment.

Admissions

Stage 1 — Requirements and documents for applying. Pre‑Kinder, Kinder, and 1st grade have age requirements by March 31 of the admission year: 4, 5, and 6 years old respectively. An original birth certificate must be provided, along with the Infant School or Primary School report for 2024 and the first half of 2025. The educator observation form is required for PK and K. A certificate of no debt or gratuity from the previous school is needed, and a postulation fee of 30,000 CLP must be paid. If applicable, complete the information on permanent special educational needs (NEEP) and provide a diagnostic certificate for autism or disability when applying for priority placement.

Scholarships

Stage 2 — Online posting and Stage 3 — Diagnostic process: The school offers a Solidarity Scholarship Fund (Beca Solidaria) administered jointly by the Parents Association (APA) and the school. The fund provides up to six tuition payments per student, funded first by parental contributions (including a reserve) and then by school funds to complete the total of six payments if needed. A Solidarity Scholarship Commission, consisting of three APA representatives and the Rector and School Administrator, reviews cases, collects background information, and assigns funds, considering reports from the Social Assistant as well as the student's and family's contribution to the school community. The fund can grant exceptions when warranted. Applicants must be in emergency financial situations or have a catastrophic illness and have at least one year of school attendance to qualify. Applications are addressed to the Rector with a copy to the APA. All Commission members maintain strict confidentiality. If a family's financial situation improves during the scholarship period, they must inform the Administrator and relinquish remaining months to reallocate funds. The maximum scholarship percentage generally cannot exceed 40% of the monthly tuition; extensions beyond the current year are decided by the Commission, with limited exceptions for students advancing to 4th Medio. Funds not allocated go to a reserve for future needs. The school keeps the funds in a deposit and provides semiannual reports to the APA. This policy was established in August 2018 and governs how the Solidarity Scholarship operates across the school."

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Saint Peter's School

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Saint Peter's School is a bilingual, co-educational Catholic school with a distinctly British heritage in Viña del Mar, Chile. Founded in 1918 by Anglican Reverend Charles McDonald Hobley, it has grown into a long-standing institution with more than 108 years of uninterrupted existence and a tradition that blends English-speaking schooling with Chilean context. The youngest students are taught entirely in English, with English instruction reinforced from 7th grade onward, and the school offers a bilingual Spanish-English education through Grade 12. The school is a member of the Association of British Schools in Chile (ABSCH), and its motto LABOR OMNIA VINCIT - Work conquers all - guides its approach to values such as empathy, effort, self-discipline, respect, solidarity, and responsibility. A broad range of extracurriculars supports development beyond the core curriculum, with emphasis on Sport, Arts, and Languages, alongside clubs in science and creative pursuits. Its holistic approach integrates academics with character, community, and service.

Location

Libertad 575, Viña del Mar, Chile.

Stages

Playgroup to Grade 12.

Type

Co-educational school with a British tradition.

Country affiliation

Chile

Religious affiliation

Catholic

Application fees
- No publicly published application fee amount was found for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school uses an online application system and communicates any required payment at the point of application or admission.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)
- No published per-term or per-year tuition figures are available in publicly accessible school documents for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Specific tuition amounts and the breakdown by year group (Infant / Junior / Middle / Senior) are not posted on public pages and are provided directly to families through the school's admissions/finance channels.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no publicly posted, itemised billing schedule (for example: annual tuition, termly instalments, due dates, or penalties) in the school's publicly available documents for 2026/27 or 2025/26. Billing and payment administration are handled through the school's parent/payment portals and the Finance office. Families are informed of the exact payment schedule and any applicable deadlines when enrolling or via official school communications.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Saint Peter's School is presented and operated as a day school (Infant, Junior, Middle and Senior levels); no boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in public school materials. Therefore, boarding fees do not apply.

Other costs or fees (uniform, materials, insurance, extras)
- Uniforms: Use of the official school uniform is mandatory; an official uniform specification document is published but retail prices are not listed. Any purchase cost for uniform items is handled externally by the supplier indicated in the uniform document.
- School materials (stationery / textbooks): Material lists for 2026 are published by year group, but item prices are not published; families purchase items separately.
- School insurance: The school provides student accident insurance coverage; the coverage description and limits are supplied in a published instructive document, but no direct premium amount charged to parents is publicly listed.
- Extracurricular activities, special trips or optional programmes: No publicly published price list for optional activities or school trips was found; fees for these items are communicated to families when applicable.

Refund information
- No publicly posted refund policy or schedule (for example for withdrawal, mid-year leaving, or canceled activities) was found in the school's publicly available documents for 2026/27 or 2025/26. Refund and cancellation rules are managed through the school's administrative/finance offices and are provided to families as part of contractual or admission documentation.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / parent portal)
- The school uses online parent/payment portals (SchoolTrack / Portal de Apoderados) for administrative and payment processes; specific payment methods accepted (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cash) are not listed publicly. Families are given the school's accepted payment methods via the finance office or the parent portal.

Summary and how to obtain exact amounts
- Exact numerical values for application fees, tuition (per term/by year group), boarding (not applicable), uniforms prices, optional activity fees, refund rules, and the precise billing schedule were not published in the school's publicly accessible materials for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. To obtain the official, itemised fee schedule and payment terms, contact the school's Admissions or Finance office by phone or email: +56 32 284 6900 or [email protected]. The school will provide the official fee schedule and payment instructions to families on request.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

An Educational Project focuses on students growing as individuals within a family-like environment, with care for each person as a priority. Students are encouraged to act with respect toward themselves and toward their community. The Pillars—Sports, Arts, Religious instruction, and Academic excellence—support holistic development. The bilingual English-Spanish program from Playgroup through Grade 12 complements these aims by fostering language skills as part of personal growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school provides bilingual education in Spanish and English from Playgroup through Grade 12.

Safeguarding

The school maintains an Internal Regulation for School Coexistence (Reglamento Interno de Convivencia Escolar) and a Regulation for Evaluation and Promotion. It also provides safety resources, including the Instructivo Seguro Escolar and COVID-related protocols.

Admissions

Admission at Saint Peter's School Viña del Mar is organized by level: Infant School (Playgroup, Pre‑kindergarten, Kindergarten); Junior and Middle School (1st grade to 11th grade); Senior School (11th and 12th grade). To begin, applicants enter the online postulation system with their email; an access code is issued to complete the form, after which the required documents are uploaded and the terms of the application are accepted. The school will contact families to coordinate an in‑person evaluation of the student, and, following successful evaluation, the parents are invited for an interview. Participation in this process does not guarantee a place. Infant School requirements: Playgroup 3 years old by March 31, 2027; Pre‑kinder 4 years old by March 31, 2027; Kindergarten 5 years old by March 31, 2027. The admission exam comprises two stages: (1) a written exam covering content required as entry behaviors for the levels; (2) a group activity that measures socioemotional development; there is also a parent interview. Results are emailed to parents within ten business days from the date of the interview. Enrollment occurs after acceptance, with a five‑day window to finalize; seats are subject to vacancies. Junior and Middle School (1st grade to 11th grade) requirements: online application to complete the form and attach documents: birth certificate; Annual Certificate of Studies and Personality Report 2024, 2025 and 2026; current year's report; 1 passport photo. Requirements include an average grade of 6.0 in science/humanities subjects and a 75% admission exam score. The admission exam covers Language and Communication, Mathematics, and English. Parent interviews are conducted by the Academic Director or Deputy Head for students who have passed the admission exams. Results are emailed within ten business days. Enrollment requires an acceptance letter and a five‑day window to finalize; seats are subject to vacancies. Senior School (3rd and 4th Year of High School) follows the same process and is subject to vacancies; participation in the process does not guarantee admission. To initiate the Senior School application, online postulation is required with the same documents and criteria as above. Foreign applicants: foreign students must have their studies recognized by the Chilean Ministry of Education; documentation must be apostilled; for students with Chilean parents who studied abroad, recognition of studies applies; for other students, convalidation of studies is required. Admissions Office: for more information about the process, contact Claudia Mutis, Admissions Officer, who will guide applicants during the postulation process.

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Scuola Italiana Arturo Dell'Oro

Instructs in Italian, Spanish

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 1150

Type Co-educational

Scuola Italiana Arturo Dell'Oro is a private, non-profit Italian international school in Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, Chile. Founded in 1933 by Italian immigrants, the school offers education from preschool through secondary (Liceo) with trilingual instruction in Italian, Spanish, and English. The school holds Italian parity status (Parità Scolastica), allowing students to sit the Italian state exam alongside Chilean qualifications.

Location

Two campuses in the Valparaíso region of Chile. Sede Valparaíso: Pedro Montt 2447, Valparaíso. Sede Viña del Mar: Los Acacios 2202, Miraflores, Viña del Mar.

Stages

Infanzia (Preschool, ages 3-5), Primaria (Elementary, Grades 1-5), Secondaria (Middle School, Grades 6-8), and Liceo (High School, Grades I-IV, equivalent to Grades 9-12). Scientific-Humanistic track at the secondary level.

Type

Private, non-profit, co-educational, secular day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Predominantly Chilean students with Italian heritage, along with students from the broader Valparaíso and Viña del Mar communities.

Additional learning support

Psychology services, guidance counselling, academic tutoring in specific subjects, and accommodations for visual disabilities.

Country affiliation

Italy and Chile. The school holds Italian Parità Scolastica (parity status) and students can take the Italian Esame di Stato alongside the Chilean PAES university entrance exam.

Religious affiliation

None. The school is secular.

School day structure

Full school day with academic instruction in Italian, Spanish, and English, plus extracurricular activities including sports and music.

Curriculum

The school follows the Italian curriculum integrated with Chilean educational requirements. It holds Italian Parità Scolastica, meaning its qualifications are recognized in Italy. Students follow the Scientific-Humanistic track and can sit both the Italian Esame di Stato and the Chilean PAES university entrance exam, enabling access to universities in both countries.

Student Teacher Ratio

Approximately 1000 students with 77 teachers, giving a student-teacher ratio of roughly 13:1.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates can access universities in both Chile (through PAES) and Italy (through Esame di Stato), as well as other international institutions.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

School climate and coexistence programs promote positive social development and values-based education.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Accommodations available for students with visual disabilities (NEE). Academic tutoring in specific subjects provided.

Mental Wellbeing

Psychology services and guidance counselling available to students.

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St Margaret's British School for Girls

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 950

Type Girls School

St Margaret's British School for Girls is a bilingual, English-medium school in Chile enrolling ages 3 to 18. The curriculum combines the National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for senior students, taught in English across the curriculum, alongside other international programs and examinations in English. The school operates a four-stage progression from Infant to Senior School, with a bilingual setting and a focus on well-being and community. The Bosque de Montemar campus in Concón, inaugurated in 2005, hosts a range of facilities enhanced by 2022 improvements to support student development. Sports facilities include hockey, volleyball, athletics, gymnastics and cycling; the Arts offer Visual Arts, Music, Technology and Drama. The school's Integral Education team provides psychologists and counsellors to support student wellbeing. Four pillars frame extracurricular life: Sports, Service in Action (CAS), Academic Excellence and English, underpinning a debate team and extensive arts activities. A welcoming, culturally diverse community.

Location

Saint Margaret

150, Lomas de Montemar, Concón, Chile. The Bosque de Montemar campus was inaugurated in 2005. The campus faces the ocean in Concón.

Stages

Infant School covers Playgroup to Kindergarten. Junior School covers 1st to 4th Basic. Middle School covers 5th to 8th grade. Senior School comprises 1st to 4th grade; during the first two years, students follow the ministerial program through a modern approach with an international vision, while maintaining emphasis on English.

Type

Follows the National Curriculum and offers the IB Diploma Programme to senior students, with English used across the curriculum; it also offers other international programs and examinations in English.

Additional learning support

Counseling and Wellbeing: psychologists, educational psychologists, vocational guidance and school coexistence psychologists.

Country affiliation

Chile

Religious affiliation

Christian

Application fees

- Admission/exam fee: 1 UF for application testing (applies to entry tests indicated for Playgroup, Pre-Kinder, Kinder and early primary and for some middle/senior admissions).
- Incorporation (one-time entry) fee: UF 40, payable on entry from Pre-Kinder and valid for the student for all subsequent years (paid once).
- Annual registration / enrollment (matrícula) fee: one registration fee per student each year (standard value shown on admission documentation).

Tuition fees by year group (annual and monthly amounts)

- Playgroup (half day): Annual tuition UF 75.00; typical monthly instalment shown UF 7.50. Parents who extend the daily schedule to 15:45 pay an additional UF 4.50 per month; an occasional extended-day rate is charged per day (published daily amount for occasional use).
- Pre‑Kinder: Annual tuition UF 137.90; monthly instalment shown UF 13.79.
- Kinder: Annual tuition UF 137.90; monthly instalment shown UF 13.79.
- Básica y Media (1st Grade through 4th Senior / primary and secondary): Annual tuition UF 151.80; typical monthly instalment shown UF 15.18 (monthly instalment value varies by the school's three monthly payment windows — see billing schedule below).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is treated as an annual charge and may be paid in ten monthly instalments (March through December). Payment is scheduled in three windows each month (Vencimiento 1: days 1–10; Vencimiento 2: days 11–20; Vencimiento 3: days 21–30/31) with slightly different instalment amounts depending on the chosen window.
- Late payment: amounts paid after the agreed due date incur a surcharge; the school applies a surcharge for late payment (surcharge policy and calculation are stated in the school's billing rules).
- Early‑payment discounts for full-year, up‑front payment are published seasonally (examples of discount tiers and applicable dates are applied when paying the full annual tuition in advance).
- Sibling discounts: second sister receives a 10% discount on the basic tuition; third and subsequent sisters receive a 20% discount on the basic tuition.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school and fees are charged for day enrolment and optional extended-day services.

Other costs and typical extra charges

- Parent Association fee: an annual fee per family (example value applied at matriculation).
- Extension hours and occasional day care (Playgroup / Pre‑Kinder / Kinder): an additional UF 4.50 per month for extended daily hours; occasional-use daily charge is published as a fixed CLP amount per day.
- Uniforms, books and school supplies: families are responsible for uniform purchase and grade‑specific supplies; official uniform lists and school‑supply lists are published by the school for each year and grade.
- Insurance: on completion of matriculation standard insured coverages are activated (personal accidents for pupils and a life‑insurance policy for the contracting guardian). The policies and related administrative documents are part of the school's administrative documentation.
- Lunch / cafeteria and other optional services: lunches and other optional on‑campus services are billed separately via the school's payments systems.

Refunds and cancellations

- Refunds, cancellations and specific conditions for the return of fees are governed by the school's Contract of Educational Services and the matriculation rules contained in the school's administrative documentation; the contract establishes the terms for enrolment, cancellation and any applicable reimbursements.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Accepted payment methods include automatic bank debit (PAC), automatic credit‑card debit (PAT), bank transfer and online card payments (WebPay). Bank transfer details and account information are provided for tuition payments.
- Electronic payment portals and the school's payment platform are used for processing monthly tuition and other charges. Families can arrange automatic debits (PAC/PAT) to avoid manual monthly payment.

Notes:
- Tuition values are expressed in Chilean Unidad de Fomento (UF) as published in the school's fee circulars and admissions information.

Curriculum

The school follows the National Curriculum and is an IB School, offering the Diploma Programme to all senior students, together with other international programmes and different international examinations in English throughout school life. The curriculum develops talents across languages, science, history, mathematics, sports and the arts in a bilingual setting. The Vision describes the school as a bilingual school of excellence with all-rounded education and a commitment to the community. Academic progression runs through Infant, Junior, Middle and Senior School, with international programs and cultural exchanges. The school emphasizes wellbeing and safety in a caring environment to prepare students for a dynamic, globalized world.

Exam Results

The Class of 2024 obtained excellent results in the International Baccalaureate exams.

Higher Education Progression

The school hosts a Vocational Fair with more than 15 higher education institutions, including Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, Universidad del Desarrollo, Universidad de los Andes and Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, among others.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a Counseling and Wellbeing team with specialized professionals, including Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Vocational Guidance, and School Coexistence Psychologists. These roles support student wellbeing and provide psychological and educational guidance.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school employs Educational Psychologists as part of the Counseling and Wellbeing team.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is a central pillar in the Academic Programme, with a goal of Full Command of English.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported by a Counseling and Wellbeing department comprising psychologists and other specialists.

Safeguarding

Wellbeing and safety are prioritized in a protective and caring environment.

Admissions

Infant, Junior, Middle and Senior School Admissions start with an application period from April to June, according to vacancies. Required documents: signed Application Form, photocopy of Birth Certificate, photocopy of ID on both sides (if available), and a Kindergarten report if attending. Playgroup involves a Fun Morning observation (30 minutes) for up to six applicants, followed by an online interview. Results are delivered within 10 working days by email with an observation letter; if accepted, a signed acknowledgment is returned and enrollment must be completed within 5 working days. Junior: 1st Grade to 4th Grade requires an Application Form plus documents: Birth Certificate, ID on both sides, Annual School Certificate from previous years, Partial 2025 grades, and a Personality Report. After submission, a diagnostic assessment from cognitive to affective-social domains is conducted by an interdisciplinary team, followed by a face-to-face interview with the Head of Junior and the Junior Psychologist. Results are provided within 10 working days; enrollment must be completed within 10 working days. Middle & Senior School (5th Grade and 6th Grade) follow the same process with the diagnostic assessment and interview; results are delivered within 10 working days and enrollment must be completed within 10 working days. There are no vacancies for 7th Grade and 8th Grade; the Head of Admissions should be contacted for updates. For Students from abroad, options are Recognition of Studies or Validation of Studies. Recognition requires documents apostilled and presented to the Ministry of Education on arrival; Validation requires exams with provisional enrollment during the process. An Incorporation Fee starts at UF 40 (valid for all years) and an annual Enrollment Fee of UF 10.5 per student applies. Participation in the application process does not guarantee admission. Former students' mothers have priority if there is a waiting list. Admission Vacancies 2026 list vacancies by grade and note waiting lists in some Infant grades. The Application Class requires ages: Playgroup 3 years; Pre-Kinder 4 years; Kinder 5 years; 1st Grade 6 years; 2nd Grade 7 years; 3rd Grade 8 years; 4th Grade 9 years (age completed by March 31). The Admission exam value is 1UF for Pre-Kinder to 4th Grade. Contact: Sra. M. Address: Saint Margaret

150, Lomas de Montemar, Concón.

Waitlist

Playgroup Waiting list; Pre-Kinder Waiting list; Kinder has 8 vacancies. Junior School: 1º Básico 7 vacancies; 2º Básico 2 vacancies; 3º Básico 3 vacancies; 4º Básico 8 vacancies. Middle School: 5th grade 6 vacancies; 6th grade 3 vacancies; 7th grade 0 vacancies; 8th grade 0 vacancies. Senior School: 1st senior 0 vacancies; 2nd senior 0 vacancies; 3rd senior 0 vacancies; 4th senior 0 vacancies. Admission Vacancies 2026 updated to April 2025.

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The Mackay School

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 880

Type Co-educational

Situated in Reñaca, Viña del Mar, The Mackay School is a long-established bilingual school with a British educational heritage dating back to 1857. It delivers the full International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme in the Junior School, Middle Years Programme, and the Diploma Programme across II Medio to IV Medio. Cambridge Examinations are offered in the Junior School. English is the language of instruction, and the Junior School maintains an English immersion programme from Play Group through Fifth Grade to foster bilingualism. The Mackay School is the only IB World School in the Valparaíso Region authorized to offer all three IB programmes, with university partnerships supporting admission via the IB Diploma or IB certificates. The Mantagua campus extends sport facilities with rugby pitches, and the school operates language-training centres for English and other languages for the wider community. 100% of IV Medio IB candidates earned IB certificates in 2023 successfully.

Location

Av. Vicuña Mackenna 700, Reñaca, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso Region, Chile. The Mackay School sits in the Reñaca district. The campus is accessible by local roads with connections to Viña del Mar center and Valparaíso. Main: 322386600; Portería: 322386621.

Stages

Junior School and Senior School. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme.

Type

IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and Diploma.

Additional learning support

Welfare includes Learning and Support with psychologists, psicopedagogas, and vocational orientation.

Country affiliation

British educational heritage.

Application fee

- The fee to submit an application (derecho a postular) is set at one Unidad de Fomento (1 UF).

Tuition and term fees by year group

- The school's standard published materials do not include a publicly available table of tuition amounts by year group or by term. The school issues a formal "Carta de Arancel de Referencia" (fee schedule) that contains the detailed tuition and ancillary charges and is provided to families during the admissions/matriculation process. Specific per-term and per-year tuition figures are contained in that fee schedule rather than published as an open price list.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The detailed billing schedule (due dates, number of installments, and late-payment rules) is specified in the school's fee schedule (Carta de Arancel) and the school's administrative billing procedures; that schedule is provided to applicants and families as part of the admissions/registration documentation. The admissions process requires payment of the application fee before the evaluation process begins.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The Mackay School's current institutional documents and public information describe the school as an academic day-school community and do not set out boarding/residential provision or boarding tariffs as part of the offered services. There are no separate boarding fees published.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, materials, exams, extra services)

- Families are responsible for any school materials or property borrowed or held by a student (for example: books, equipment, or supplies) at the time of withdrawal. The school's procedures address return of school materials and settlement of any related charges. The fee schedule also typically lists charges for optional services, exam fees, extracurricular programmes and any insurance or special items; those specific amounts are provided in the Carta de Arancel de Referencia.

Refund and withdrawal rules

- If a pupil is withdrawn during the first semester of the academic year, the family is required to pay 50% of the annual tuition (colegiatura anual). If withdrawal occurs during the second semester of the academic year, the family is required to pay 100% of the annual tuition. Families must give at least 30 days' written notice and complete the formal withdrawal process so that accounts can be settled and school materials returned.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)

- The school's public materials and administrative policies reference the school's Finance/Cobranza area and the requirement to settle amounts owed through the billing process, but they do not publish a definitive public list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, Webpay, credit card or Servipag). Payment methods and instructions are provided to families together with the Carta de Arancel and in admissions/finance communications.

How the fee information is delivered to families

- The school provides a formal "Carta de Arancel de Referencia" and related billing terms to applicant families as part of the admissions/matriculation documentation; that document contains the precise tuition by year and term, any boarding charges (if applicable), ancillary fees, payment schedules, and the accepted methods of payment. The application must be accompanied by payment of the application fee (1 UF) before the evaluative process starts.

Key administrative notes (dates and procedural references)

- The school's admissions and withdrawal procedures are maintained as formal institutional documents; the withdrawal procedure was last updated 2 March 2026 and sets out the refund/obligation percentages cited above.

Summary statement for parents

- To obtain the exact per-term and per-year tuition figures, the exact billing schedule (number of installments, due dates, and late-payment terms), the list of ancillary charges (uniforms, exam fees, extras) and the accepted payment methods, the school issues a written fee schedule (Carta de Arancel de Referencia) to families during admissions and at matriculation; the application process requires payment of 1 UF as the application right. The school's official admissions and procedural documents describe refund amounts on withdrawal (50% if withdrawn in first semester; 100% if withdrawn in second semester) and require a minimum 30-day notice for withdrawal.

Uniform Requirement

The Mackay School has a school uniform that includes a tie. On sports days, students wear the institutional sports tracksuit. The tie is distributed at the opening ceremony of the school year on March 3.

Food Options

Lunch is included during the extended school day. Snacks are provided during Mixed Day activities.

House System

The Mackay School uses an Interhouses system with four houses: Robertson, Sutherland, Somerscales, and Mackay.

Governance and Ownership

The Mackay School is governed by the Fundación Corporación The Mackay School. The governance body is the Board of Governors, with a Chairman, Deputy Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary, and Governors.

Curriculum

IB is offered with three programmes: PYP in the Junior School, MYP for the middle years, and the Diploma Programme in II Medio through IV Medio. Cambridge Examinations are offered in the Junior School. The Junior School emphasizes an English immersion programme from Play Group through Fifth Grade to foster bilingualism. The Mackay School is the only school in the Valparaíso Region implementing all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, Diploma). The school has university partnerships enabling admission via the IB Diploma or IB certificates.

Exam Results

IB Diploma examination results for 2025 show that students earned IB Certificates and Diplomas; every IV Medio student earned at least one IB certificate; core subjects English A, Spanish A, and History had a 100% pass rate; maximum marks (7.0) were achieved in English Language and Literature, Spanish Literature, History, and Biology; a Grade A was awarded in Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge.

Higher Education Progression

Universities have agreements to admit Mackay students via the IB Diploma or IB certificates.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Mackay School established Welfare in 2019 to unify the school's values formation with convivencia escolar (school life). It follows the mission and aligns with the Ministry of Education indicators for Personal and Social Development, including convivencia escolar, motivation and self-esteem, healthy living, and citizen participation. The Learning Support unit comprises psychologists, psychopedagogues, and a vocational guidance counselor who accompany students and families when concerns arise, providing advice, support, tutoring and follow-up. The Guidance unit brings together the school's inspectors dedicated to care, protection and safety, and today also serves as guides and counselors for children and young people who require support. The Welfare area also runs the School Convivencia Committee, which includes teachers, psychologists, psychopedagogues, inspectors, and a parent representative, and works to promote, prevent and resolve School Life issues.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning Support exists to support the needs of students for appropriate personal, social, emotional and academic development. It is formed by specialists in Psychology, Psychopedagogy, and Vocational Guidance and covers all levels from Play Group to Cuarto Año Medio. The team implements and coordinates the formative programs that drive the school's development. The formative programs include Affectivity and Sexuality; Prevention of Alcohol and Other Drugs; School Motivation; School Life; Citizenship Formation; and Vocational Guidance.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The Mackay School teaches in English. The school offers all three International Baccalaureate programmes and uses English as the language of instruction. Early English immersion enables students to adopt English as a second language naturally, ensuring comprehension and expression in both spoken and written forms. The PYP includes a strong English immersion component supporting bilingualism across the IB continuum.

Mental Wellbeing

The Welfare area unites moral education with convivencia escolar, supporting students' emotional and social development. It aligns with the Education Ministry's Personal and Social Development indicators, which include convivencia escolar, motivation and self-esteem, healthy living and citizen participation. The Learning Support team coordinates programs that foster emotional development and wellbeing across all grade levels. The Head of Welfare and the Welfare team oversee a comprehensive approach to student wellbeing and resilience.

Safeguarding

Guidance is the unit that brings together the school's inspectors dedicated to care, protection and safety of the school community, and now serves as guides and counselors for students who need support. The Welfare area administers the School Life Committee, established to promote, prevent and resolve School Life issues, in accordance with the norms that promote healthy convivencia. The committee, named annually by the Rector, includes teachers, psychologists, psychopedagogues, inspectors and administrators, and counts a representative from the Parents' Association. These structures support safeguarding and create a safe environment for learning.

Admissions

1. Eligibility and vacancies for 2026: The Mackay School accepts applicants who meet the minimum age for their level as of March 31 of the enrollment year. Play Group requires 3 years, Pre Kinder 4 years, and Kinder 5 years; applicants for these levels and higher must have the age by March 31 of the enrollment year. For 2026, vacancies are: Playgroup 8; Pre Kinder 10; Kinder 0; Grade 1 7; Grade 2 10; Grade 3 11; Grade 4 6; Grade 5 3; Grade 6 11; Grade 7 12; Grade 8 4; Year 9 0; Year 10 0. The Mackay School is the only school in the Valparaíso Region to offer the full continuum of all three IB programmes. 2. Online application: Parents must submit the Online Application Form (Postulación en Línea), which is received by the Admissions area, which will respond with the relevant information about the process. It is essential that the required documents are attached; the application cannot proceed until documents are properly attached. The Policy for Postulation is available for reference. 3. Selection and language environment: The admissions process ensures that every admitted student can benefit from the school's plans and programs and develop socially and academically in an English-immersion environment. 4. Contact and policy: The Admissions team can be reached via the Admissions email address listed on the page, and the section also provides the Policy of Admissions linked for review. 5. Confirmation: The school provides confirmation when an application is received and notes that it will contact the applicant promptly with next steps. “Gracias por postular” confirms that submissions are received and the school will be in contact shortly.

Scholarships

Ian B. Taylor Academic Excellence Scholarship: Las Empresas Taylor established a scholarship of Academic Excellence for the student with an outstanding average between I to III Medio, who has demonstrated excellent academic performance, participation, and impeccable conduct, reflecting the values of the school. The scholarship is awarded in honor of its founder, Don Ian B. Taylor. This year the recipient was Benjamín Bravo Parra of IV Medio A.

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