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Pestalozzi Colegio Suizo Perú

Peru, Lima

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 600
Type Co-educational
Opened 1941
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin, Spanish, German
Typical class size 25
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Pestalozzi Colegio Suizo Peru is a private bilingual Peru-Swiss school serving ages 3 to 18, with a Miraflores campus in Lima. The school combines Swiss-integrated education with an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and a bespoke curriculum, delivering a continuous K–12 experience. The IB program follows six subject groups and includes Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. Core subjects offered include Spanish A, German B, English B, History, Economics, Biology, Physics, Mathematics and Visual Arts. German is taught from first grade; English from early years; French and Chinese are elective options in secondary. The campus provides safe, comfortable learning environments with dedicated sports and recreational spaces, plus arts and music facilities. Distinctive features include a Swiss exchange program, project-based learning with Week of Projects and Economics Week, language study, and tutoring and socio-emotional support. The school emphasizes social and environmental outreach as well as intercultural competence.

Av. Ricardo Palma 1450, Miraflores 15048, Peru

The Essentials

Pestalozzi Colegio Suizo Perú has 600 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in German, Spanish.

Location
Av. Ricardo Palma 1450, Urbanización La Aurora, Miraflores, Lima, Peru

Stages
Spielgruppe (Playgroup); Inicial (Prekindergarten/Kindergarten); Primaria (Primary); Secundaria (Secondary); Bachillerato Internacional (IB Diploma)

Type
Private bilingual Peru-Swiss educational institution

Pupil Nationality Mix
Swiss, Peruvian, and other nationalities

Additional learning support
Students receive support according to their needs. When a student joins the school mid-year, specific strategies are implemented to level them.

Country affiliation
Peruvian-Swiss

Religious affiliation
Neutral with respect to religion

School day structure
Classes start in the last week of February and end in the penultimate week of December. The school sets the class schedule at the start of the school year within the general hours and informs parents before the start of classes.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The complete sports uniform is mandatory for Physical Education and mandatory sports.

Governance and Ownership
The Pestalozzi Association runs Pestalozzi Colegio Suizo Peru. It is a private, coeducational and religion-neutral institution offering Early Childhood through Secondary with access to the International Baccalaureate. It educates Swiss, Peruvian and other nationalities in a bicultural Swiss-Peruvian framework and is bilingual German-Spanish. The Swiss Government recognizes Pestalozzi as a Swiss meeting school and provides material and moral support, and the sponsoring Canton of Thurgau supervises the academic program.
Fees
Application (Entrance) fee – one‑time
- Non‑Swiss applicants: USD 12,500 (Spielgruppe / Prekindergarten / Kindergarten / 1° grade); descending amounts by grade from USD 11,100 (2°) down to USD 4,100 (V° Secundaria) as published for 2026. USD amounts for 2027 are shown as higher ranges alongside 2026 figures.
- Swiss applicants: USD 3,500 (Spielgruppe / Prekindergarten / Kindergarten / 1° grade); descending amounts by grade from USD 3,250 (2°) down to USD 400 (V° Secundaria) as published for 2026 (2027 ranges also indicated).
- Payment method for the entrance fee: bank transfer only; bank account details are provided to parents by the school after an offer of a place. The entrance fee is payable in a single, non‑divisible payment.

Tuition (pensions) — monthly and annual amounts (amounts effective for the 2026 school year)
- Billing structure: tuition (pensiones) is charged monthly during the school year. The school lists monthly amounts (in Peruvian soles) by grade group and provides the corresponding total annual amount (sum of the monthly payments). The 2026 monthly and total annual amounts are:
- Spielgruppe (monthly): PEN 2,800 — Total annual: PEN 28,000.
- Inicial (monthly): PEN 3,330 — Total annual: PEN 33,300.
- 1°–III° (monthly): PEN 3,380 — Total annual: PEN 33,800.
- IV°–V° (monthly): PEN 3,200 — Total annual: PEN 32,000.
These monthly amounts are the standard pension amounts that include materials and books provided through the school's book‑bank system.

Detailed billing schedule and payment terms (2026 examples as listed)
- First payment (matrícula / first monthly pension): window shown as January 20–31 (matrícula). Subsequent monthly due dates in 2026 were listed as: March 31; April 30; May 31; June 30; July 31; August 31; September 30; October 31; November 30 (these constitute the periodic billing dates for the monthly pensions). The full schedule for the year is published in the school's financial regulations.
- No discount is granted for paying the full year in advance; the school also states that pension amounts will not change during the year once set. Late payment consequences include interest on arrears calculated at the rate established by the Central Reserve Bank of Peru, possible reporting to credit risk bureaus after sustained non‑payment, retention of academic certificates, and potential non‑renewal of enrollment for the following year.

Boarding (residential) fees
- The Pestalozzi Colegio Suizo Perú operates as a day school in Miraflores and does not list boarding or residential services; therefore there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Textbooks and materials: the school operates a Banco del Libro (book‑bank) that supplies textbooks and many materials as part of the pension service; reusable books are issued and must be returned in good condition; families are responsible for replacing lost or non‑reusable items. Costs to replace lost/damaged books are charged to parents.
- External examination and certification fees: parents pay the registration/exam fees for external language and international certifications (examples listed include Cambridge English exams, DELF French exams, and International Baccalaureate examination fees where applicable). These fees are additional to the pension.
- Optional activities and trips: excursions, cultural visits, extracurricular optional activities and the grade‑level project week (when applicable) are charged separately and borne by parents. Some optional workshops or extracurriculars may have separate fees.
- Uniforms: physical‑education uniforms are required; the parent association (APAFA) participates in sales of uniforms. The cost of required sports/PE uniforms and any optional formal uniform items is paid by families (specific price lists for uniforms are handled through the school/APAFA).

Refunds and withdrawals
- Entrance fee (cuota de ingreso): treated as a single, one‑time payment that secures the student's place. If a student withdraws or transfers, a proportional refund of the entrance fee is calculated in accordance with the Ministry regulation (DS N°005‑2021‑ED) and the school's admission rules; the school requires a formal, legalized written request for refund and may deduct outstanding debts from the refund. The school has up to six months from the student's last day of attendance to process the refund.
- Monthly pensions and matriculation: the matrícula equals one month's pension and is charged at enrollment; refund rules for matrícula and pensions on withdrawal follow the school's financial regulations and the applicable national regulation (DS N°005‑2021‑ED) regarding proportional refunds. Parents must submit the required formal documentation to initiate refunds.

Fee payment options and practical notes
- Entrance fee: bank transfer only (the school provides account details to the family after a place is offered).
- Matriculation and pension payments: the school's online matrícula platform is used to complete enrollment and to pay the first installment at registration; the financial regulations reference standard treasury procedures for collecting pensions and note interest for late payment as established by the Central Reserve Bank. Specific accepted payment instruments (for example, direct debit, credit card, checks) are not itemized in the public financial regulations; parents receive the detailed instructions and acceptable payment channels during the admission/matriculation process.

(Amounts and schedules stated above are the figures published for the 2026 school year; entrance‑fee tables in the school's admission annex also list the ranges shown for 2027.)
Academics

Pestalozzi Colegio Suizo Perú teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It comprises six subject groups: Language and Literature; Acquisition of Languages; Individuals and Societies; Sciences; Mathematics; and Arts. Current offerings include Spanish A, German B, English B, History, Economics, Biology, Physics, Mathematics (two levels), and Visual Arts. The program includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and the Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). German is taught at all levels; English is taught from first grade; French and Chinese are elective options in secondary.

Exam Results
BI graduates have more than 25 years of experience with the BI, and nearly 100% diploma attainment.

Higher Education Progression
Leading universities worldwide view the BI as a rigorous, high-quality program, giving graduates a competitive edge when applying to prestigious institutions in multiple countries. The school notes that BI graduates benefit from strong academic preparation, critical thinking, and multilingual abilities that support access to opportunities abroad and locally.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides safe, respectful spaces for students to express themselves and develop their social-emotional skills. It recognizes and values diversity. Tutoring is provided to support learning. Prevention and accompaniment of learning and socioemotional difficulties are available. The school promotes positive social interaction and offers vocational guidance and educational planning, as well as special educational support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Prevention and accompaniment of learning and socioemotional difficulties are provided. Special educational support is available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught from first grade. German is a language of instruction in all levels, and French and Chinese are optional in secondary.

Mental Wellbeing
The school prioritizes physical, mental, and emotional health to support student balance and well-being. It provides spaces for expression and socioemotional development, and it embraces diversity.

Safeguarding
The Convivencia Regulation includes provisions for academic, emotional, and/or behavioral support. It outlines safety and conduct rules, including emergency measures.
Parent Experience

History
The Pestalozzi Swiss School Peru is a private, mixed and neutral institution offering Swiss-integrated education from early childhood through secondary, with access to the International Baccalaureate, and a multilingual program in German, French, English and Spanish. Since 1941, it has combined modernity and tradition to provide a diverse, experiential education and has grown thanks to the support of a strong school community. In 1943 the school obtained the operating license and began classes with 16 students in a private house on Zela 205 in San Isidro; Karl Huber became director on January 1, 1947. In 1948 classes moved to La Aurora, Miraflores, with 251 students, marking a shift when Peruvian students outnumbered Swiss students. In 1951 MINEDU authorized mixed education and German language became mandatory from first grade; the auditorium was built in 1956, and the school continued expanding under successive directors.

Community
The Pestalozzi community is a large family formed by students, parents, alumni and staff. The Student Council is an elected body that represents students to school authorities, can propose changes, organize events, and collaborate with teachers to improve the student experience. La Vaquita is produced exclusively by students to promote reading and writing; primary students publish articles on current events, sports, interviews, opinions, recipes, jokes and curiosities with photos or drawings. Alumni Pestalozzi is a growing network of former students whose achievements reflect the school's ongoing commitment to excellence.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates a Miraflores campus in central Lima. Inaugurated in 1948, the campus offers facilities that blend tradition with modernity in spaces that are safe and comfortable. It hosts learning environments for Playgroup, Early Years, Primary, and Secondary education. The campus presents spaces for growing knowledge and community, including dedicated sports and recreational spaces and educational environments for theoretical and practical learning.

Sports Facilities
Sports spaces are available at the Miraflores campus. Recreational spaces are also provided.

Academic Facilities
Educational environments span from Playgroup to Secondary. Spaces for theoretical and practical learning are provided.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts, music, sports, and academic and cultural activities are part of student life. An exchange program with Swiss partner schools is offered. Tutoring and support for learning and socio-emotional needs are provided. A Project Week encourages creativity and collaborative projects, and social and environmental outreach programs are promoted.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides academic and intellectual growth through project-based learning. During Week of Projects, students develop creativity and collaboration; depending on grade, they may travel to a province or attend a Vocational Week. Economics Week, run with a Zurich-based association, simulates company roles and decisions for hands-on business experience, and a Swiss exchange program offers an academic and cultural experience in Switzerland that improves German and intercultural skills.

Arts & Creative
The school has arts and music as part of student life. Students participate in art and music activities. These activities occur alongside academic and cultural engagements.

Cultural & Language
The school runs an exchange program between Peruvian and Swiss schools, offering an academic and cultural experience in Switzerland. Participants immerse in a new culture and improve their German language. They develop intercultural skills, autonomy, and a global perspective by sharing customs and traditions.

Social & Hobbies
Art, Music, and Sports are included in student life. Students engage in these creative and athletic activities. Student life also includes academic and cultural activities that support personal interests.

Community & Service
Social and Environmental Projection focuses on social and environmental responsibility. The school promotes active, empathetic roles in the community. Environmental protection is encouraged through campaigns and volunteer activities.

Leadership & Professional
Vocational orientation and educational planning provide guidance for future careers. Tutoring and support services help students develop professional skills. Project Week fosters teamwork and leadership through collaborative work.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The student support program offers safe, respectful spaces for students to express themselves. It includes tutoring, prevention and support for learning and socio-emotional difficulties, and promotes positive coexistence. The program supports socio-emotional development and a positive school climate.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish (Castellano) is taught as the mother tongue. German is a language of instruction at all levels. English is taught from first grade. French and Chinese are optional in secondary. Language development is a cross‑disciplinary effort involving teachers, students and staff.

Bilingual Teaching
German and Spanish are used for instruction; English is taught from first grade; French and Chinese are optional in secondary.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Pre‑registration and transfer availability. Pre‑registration is conducted online only, through admision.pestalozzi.edu.pe, and closes automatically once the pool of applicant families is full. This step is required to participate in the admissions process; without it, participation is not possible. For 2025, admission for transfers is subject to available vacancies until October 15.

Step 2. Final admissions dossier submission. After successful pre‑registration, an email confirms the deadline for submitting the final admission dossier. The final dossier is delivered to the school's Secretariat on the assigned date and includes: a signed Admission Application by both parents or guardians; a copy of the applicant's birth certificate; a copy of the applicant's DNI or passport; for Swiss applicants, a copy of the passport or embassy document; if there is a second nationality, a copy of the passport or second nationality document; two passport‑size photos of the applicant; a standard family photo (optional); a Parent Questionnaire; copies of the parents' documents; the current Labor Certificate for each parent; a certificate of no debt from the previous school; the SIAGIE Enrollment Form signed by the previous school; the SIAGIE Enrollment Certificate signed by the previous school; a copy of the applicant's last report card or achievement record; a certificate of studies from the last year; for international transfers, certificates must be presented to the Peruvian Ministry of Education for proper revalidation or convalidation; once the Director's Resolution is obtained, it is sent to Pestalozzi; from 5th grade German A1 is required; for secondary, German A2 and PET English are required.

Step 3. Information meeting and guided visit. After submission of the requested documents, an information meeting and guided tour are scheduled on dates determined by the school during November 2025.

Step 4. Evaluation. The school evaluates applicants in German, communication, mathematics, and English starting in second grade of primary. In 2nd–4th grade, if a student has no basic knowledge of German or Spanish, one of these two areas is not tested; parents sign a commitment to bring their child to the required level during the first year.

Step 5. Interviews. Following the evaluations, parents attend an interview with the grade coordinator and a representative of the Psychopedagogical Department; if the interview is approved, a second interview with the Swiss Director is scheduled.

Step 6. Results and admission. Admitted families are informed by phone and email; once the admission fee is paid within the deadline and all administrative steps are completed, a welcome email confirming the vacancy is issued. Information on the admission fee is found in the Reglamento de Admisión.

Step 7. Priority, alignment, and diversity. Swiss applicants, applicants with siblings already attending Pestalozzi, children of school staff, and children of alumni have priority in that order. The alignment of the parents with the school's vision, mission, and values is considered. Admission decisions also take into account maintaining a class that promotes cultural diversity.

Step 8. Special Educational Needs. In the framework of an inclusive and intercultural approach, Pestalozzi complies with RM 447-2020 MINEDU. Priority for admission of students with Special Educational Needs requires a written medical report and participation in all admission stages. The school does not attend to severe cases of Special Educational Needs, physical or emotional, due to lacking tools.

Step 9. Fees information. Information about 2025 tuition, enrollment fees, and payments is published in a schedule, which lists due dates and amounts by level. There is no discount for paying the full year in advance, and no changes to the fees during the year.

Scholarships
The school offers scholarships and partial scholarships from pre‑kindergarten onward, based on an evaluation of the family's circumstances. These financial aid options are subject to the school's scholarship regulations.
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