Scuola Italiana Arturo Dell'Oro

Chile, Vina Del Mar

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Italian, Spanish

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 1150

Type Co-educational

Opened 1933

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages English, Italian, Spanish

Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

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.

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Los Acacios 2202, 2561203 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile

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The Essentials

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.

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Fees

Private, non-subsidized school with monthly tuition and enrollment fees. Specific fee amounts are available upon request from the school administration.

Academics

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.

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Admissions

The school has a formal admissions process (Proceso de Admisión). Enrollment fees and monthly tuition are required. Families can contact the school administration for details.

Scholarships

A scholarship process (Proceso de Becas) is available for eligible students.

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FAQs

What levels does the school offer?

The school offers Infanzia (preschool), Primaria (elementary, Grades 1-5), Secondaria (middle school, Grades 6-8), and Liceo (high school, Grades I-IV, equivalent to Grades 9-12).

What languages are used for instruction?

The school provides trilingual instruction in Italian, Spanish, and English. Italian is the primary cultural language, Spanish is the national language, and English is taught as an additional language at all levels.

Can graduates attend university in Italy?

Yes. The school holds Italian Parità Scolastica, and students can sit the Italian Esame di Stato, giving them access to universities in Italy and across Europe, in addition to Chilean universities through the PAES exam.

When was the school founded?

The school was founded in 1933 by Italian immigrants in Valparaíso. It opened with 128 students and was named after Arturo Dell'Oro, an Italian-Chilean who died in World War I.

How many campuses does the school have?

Two campuses: the original in Valparaíso (Pedro Montt 2447) and a second campus in Viña del Mar (Los Acacios 2202, Miraflores), which opened in 2003.

How many students attend the school?

Approximately 1,000 students across both campuses, with a teaching staff of 77 teachers.

Is the school religious?

No. Scuola Italiana Arturo Dell'Oro is a secular institution.

Are scholarships available?

Yes. The school offers a scholarship process (Proceso de Becas) for eligible students.

Are there student exchange programs?

Yes. The school organizes student exchange programs with schools in Italy, providing cultural immersion opportunities.

What extracurricular activities are available?

Music workshops, the Zecchino d'Oro children's song festival, Giornata della Musica, sports competitions, study trips, and student government (Centro de Alumnos).

Is the school building historically significant?

Yes. The Valparaíso campus is designated a National Historical Monument of Chile.

What support services are available?

Psychology services, guidance counselling, academic tutoring, school climate programs, and accommodations for students with visual disabilities.

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