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Michael Ham Memorial College

Argentina, Buenos Aires

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1800
Type Co-educational, Day School, Private
Opened 1926
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Bilingual Education, Values-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, Catholic Ethos, Interdisciplinary Approach
Clubs Sports, Arts, Community Service, Music
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Michael Ham Memorial College is a bilingual Catholic school rooted in Passionist spirituality, offering education from preschool through secondary level across two campuses in Vicente López and Nordelta. Founded in 1926, the school combines Argentine and bilingual curricula with a strong emphasis on values formation, interdisciplinary project-based learning, and holistic student development.

Vicente López and Nordelta, Buenos Aires

The Essentials

Michael Ham Memorial College has 1,800 pupils, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Vicente López and Nordelta, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Stages
The school offers Preschool, Primary and Secondary education for students aged approximately 3 to 18 years.

Type
Michael Ham Memorial College is a private, co-educational, Catholic day school with Passionist spirituality.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Predominantly Argentine students with a diverse community reflecting the multicultural character of Buenos Aires.

Additional learning support
The school provides pedagogical support and inclusive education approaches for students who need additional help.

Country affiliation
Argentina, with Irish and British heritage

Religious affiliation
Catholic (Passionist spirituality)

School day structure
The school operates a full-day bilingual programme with morning and afternoon sessions combining Spanish-language national curriculum and English-language instruction.

Bus service
Bus transport services are available for students.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Students are required to wear a school uniform.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by the Passionist religious order and operates as a private Catholic institution with nearly a century of tradition since its founding in 1926.
Fees
Michael Ham Memorial College is a private fee-paying school. Specific tuition fees are available upon request from the admissions office. Fees are charged in Argentine Pesos.
Academics

Michael Ham Memorial College teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the Argentine national curriculum alongside a bilingual English programme. Teaching incorporates interdisciplinary project-based and problem-based learning methodologies, encouraging students to become protagonists of their own learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides pastoral care grounded in Passionist spirituality, supporting students emotional, social and spiritual development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school offers inclusive education approaches and additional support for students with diverse learning needs through its psycho-pedagogical team.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
As a bilingual school, English language support is integrated into the curriculum for students who need additional help.

Mental Wellbeing
A psycho-pedagogical team is available to support student wellbeing and address individual learning or emotional needs.

Safeguarding
The school maintains safeguarding protocols to ensure student safety and wellbeing across both campuses.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1926, Michael Ham Memorial College has a rich tradition rooted in Passionist spirituality and Irish-Argentine heritage. The school has grown from its original campus in Vicente López to include a second campus in Nordelta, serving the northern Buenos Aires metropolitan area.

Community
Michael Ham has a warm, close-knit community atmosphere that reflects its nearly century-long tradition. Parents appreciate the strong sense of community, bilingual programme and values-based education.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents are actively encouraged to participate in school life through events, meetings and community activities. The school maintains open communication channels between families and staff.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has two campuses in Vicente López and Nordelta, each equipped with classrooms, sports facilities, and dedicated spaces for arts and technology.

Sports Facilities
Sports fields and courts are available at both campuses for physical education and extracurricular sport activities.

Academic Facilities
The school provides science laboratories, computer rooms, libraries and dedicated learning spaces designed to support the bilingual curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Students can participate in a range of extracurricular activities including sports, arts, music and community service programmes.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Project-based learning initiatives, interdisciplinary research projects and academic enrichment activities.

Arts & Creative
Visual arts, music and creative expression programmes are offered as part of the school curriculum and as extracurricular activities.

Cultural & Language
The bilingual programme exposes students to both English-speaking and Spanish-speaking cultures, with various cultural events and celebrations throughout the year.

Community & Service
Community service and solidarity projects are central to the Passionist ethos of the school, with students participating in outreach programmes.
Languages

Language Provision
Support is available for students who need additional help developing their English or Spanish language skills.

Bilingual Teaching
Michael Ham Memorial College is a bilingual school offering instruction in both English and Spanish from preschool through secondary level. English is a core language of instruction and students develop fluency through content-based bilingual teaching.
Admissions

Admissions
Families interested in enrolling should contact the admissions office directly. The process typically involves an application form, interviews and assessment of the student. Standard documentation including birth certificate, previous school records and identity documents are required.
School Events
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