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Saint Peter's School

Chile, Viña del Mar

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1918
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, English
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

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.

Av. Libertad 575, 2520145 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile

The Essentials

Saint Peter's School has instruction in Spanish, English.

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
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Saint Peter's uses two uniforms: a sports uniform and a street uniform. The sports uniform includes the official school jumper, a white polo shirt (new version mandatory from March 2025), blue shorts for boys or blue leggings for girls, white sneakers and white socks. The street uniform comprises a white blouse or shirt, navy blazer, tie and insignia, with gender-specific pieces (girls wear a grey plaid jumper and red belt; boys wear grey trousers), plus a school parka and appropriate shoes; uniforms can be purchased from Logotex (street uniform and jumper) and Hookipa (jumper and sports gear).

Governance and Ownership
Saint Peter's School is a member of The Association of British Schools in Chile (ABSCH) since 1978. It is also a member of The English Speaking Union in Chile.
Fees
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.
Academics

Saint Peter's School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school provides a bilingual Spanish-English education from Playgroup through the Fourth Year of High School.

Higher Education Progression
The school aims to prepare students to pursue higher education.
Wellbeing

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.
Parent Experience

History
Saint Peter's School is a British-style school in Viña del Mar with more than 108 years of uninterrupted existence. Over its history we have had eight headmasters, which has helped preserve the school's traditions. Saint Peter's School was founded in 1918 by Anglican Reverend Charles McDonald Hobley as a boys' boarding school in Villa Alemana, and it was the only school in South America belonging to the Association of Preparatory Schools of England. In 1945, under the leadership of Mr. Douglas R. Wilkins, the school ceased to be Anglican and became Catholic, Apostolic and Roman. In 1953 an annex in Viña del Mar was created, led by Mrs. Mary Cook Hudson. In 1978, after unifying leadership under Mrs. Mary Cook, the school joined the Association of British Schools in Chile (ABSCH). In 2003, Mr. James J. Wilkins Cook became Rector; his leadership supported infrastructure improvements and promoted a holistic and balanced education while preserving the school's values, traditions and history, embodying the motto LABOR OMNIA VINCIT — Work conquers all. In 2025, Mrs. Moira Wilkins Binder became Rector, continuing the legacy of its nine predecessors and maintaining the British traditions that have distinguished the school for more than a century in Chile.

Community
Saint Peter's School is a British-style school in Viña del Mar with more than 108 years of uninterrupted existence and is connected to Christian values. It has had only eight headmasters, which has helped preserve the school's traditions. The school hosts a range of events that bring together students, families and staff, including Infant Closing Ceremony (2025), Prize-Giving Ceremony (2025), and Sports Day (2025), as well as Remembrance Day (2025) and ABSCH Beach Volley & Rugby. Cultural life is marked by events such as British Week and Kermesse.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Saint Peter's School is a bilingual, coeducational Catholic school with British tradition in Viña del Mar. The youngest students are taught entirely in English, and English instruction is reinforced from 7th grade onward. Saint Peter's School has a history dating back to 1918 and is a member of the Association of British Schools in Chile (ABSCH). The school emphasizes values such as empathy, effort, self-discipline, respect, solidarity, and responsibility.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Saint Peter's School provides a broad range of extracurricular activities beyond the core curriculum. In the Infant cycle, students participate in workshops including FunScience, Music, Arts, Play & Learn, Chess, Mindfulness, Table Games, Psychomotor, and Storytelling. In Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, offerings include Artistic Gymnastics, Chess, Arts, Photography, Science, Volleyball, Yoga, Piano, and Yachting. Some sessions include English content, with Storytelling featuring English narratives. The program aims to develop social, physical and creative skills beyond the core curriculum and prepares students for higher education and the world of work.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Saint Peter's School is a co-educational institution with a British tradition in Viña del Mar. It is connected to Christian values and forms students integrally in academics, sports, arts, and spirituality. The school offers a level of academic excellence based on a solid educational foundation. It provides a bilingual Spanish-English education from Play-Group through Grade 12.

Arts & Creative
The school promotes artistic abilities in Visual Arts, Music and Drama. The Arts pillar supports student development in Visual Arts, Music and Drama. Students have opportunities to explore and develop creativity through these three artistic disciplines.

Cultural & Language
Spanish-English bilingual education is offered from Play-Group through Grade 12. The program supports language development across the school years. Students are educated in both languages throughout their schooling.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are a core pillar. The school believes sport plays an essential role in character development. Sport is an integral part of students' daily routine. The program emphasizes physical education as part of well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers bilingual education in Spanish and English across all levels. From Playgroup through 4th Senior, most subjects are taught in English, with younger students' classes conducted entirely in English to support early language development. From 7th grade onward, English is reinforced to ensure high proficiency by the end of secondary education.

Bilingual Teaching
Saint Peter's School provides a Spanish-English bilingual education from Playgroup through 4th Senior. Most subjects are taught in English, and younger students' classes are conducted entirely in English to facilitate natural second-language acquisition. From 7th grade onward, English instruction is reinforced to develop strong language proficiency by the end of secondary education. The school maintains a British-tradition and Catholic identity.
Admissions

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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