Compare German Curriculum International Schools in Chile

Instructs in Spanish

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees CLP 3,723,600 - 5,976,000

Type Co-educational

Colegio Alemán Los Ángeles is a German international school offering IB Diploma Programme alongside German curriculum. The school is coeducational and non-denominational Christian-oriented, with a scientific-humanist approach and a bicultural, trilingual program. It provides a broad range of extracurricular workshops and ACLES activities that integrate the German language with arts and sports, plus exchange activities with Germany and countries. Curriculum is organized into Initial Cycle (pre-kindergarten to kindergarten), Cycle 1 (1st–6th), Diploma Cycle (7th–IV Medio). Cycle is limited to 28 students. German and English are mandatory; the program offers the option to earn the DSD II certificate and B2 English level on graduation, with English content reinforced in III and IV Medio to prepare for IB English HL. The school is authorized by the IB to implement the IB Diploma in IV Medio. External assessments include PTU, SIMCE, CEIS; language tests ZDP8, DSD1, DSD2, ZDPA; IB Diploma Examinations in IV Medio.

Application / one‑off (enrolment) fees

- Spielgruppe: no one‑off incorporation fee; one‑off registration (matrícula) CLP 620,600.
- Pre‑Kinder through 4º Enseñanza Media (PreKg. a IVº e.m.): one‑off incorporation / matrícula CLP 996,000.

Annual tuition and instalments (fees by year group)

- Spielgruppe
- Annual tuition (total) CLP 3,723,600.
- Payment breakdown offered: matrícula CLP 620,600 plus ten monthly instalments of CLP 310,300 each.

- Pre‑Kinder through 4º Enseñanza Media (PreKg. a IVº e.m.)
- Annual tuition (total) CLP 5,976,000.
- Payment breakdown offered: matrícula (incorporation) CLP 996,000 plus ten monthly instalments of CLP 498,000 each.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing schedule: the annual tuition is structured as 1 matrícula (enrolment/incorporation) plus ten monthly instalments. Monthly instalments are payable before the 15th of each month, beginning in March.
- Option for single annual payment: a single full annual payment is accepted and receives a 5% discount if paid before the first due date (15 March 2026).
- The one‑off incorporation (matrícula) may be paid in monthly instalments without surcharge until June 2026 (explicit concession noted for 2026).
- Discounts on monthly fees apply for multiple simultaneous siblings: a 25% reduction from the third child and 50% from the fourth child when enrolled at the same time.

Boarding / residential fees

- The school operates as a day school (no boarding facilities). There are no boarding or residential fees.

Other recurring or optional costs

- Mittagspiele (midday/lunch program), if offered: CLP 16,700 per month per enrolled student (March–November).
- Fondo solidario / contribution for study‑trip passages to Germany (applies to specified levels, listed as 1º básico to IIIº medio): 10 monthly instalments of CLP 19,500 per student at the indicated levels.
- Seguro de escolaridad adicional (for a second guardian/sponsor): one instalment of CLP 90,000 due in March 2026 (applies as an additional optional/required charge where indicated).
- Annual parents' association fee (Centro General de Padres y Apoderados): CLP 40,000, payable at the time of enrolment.
- School‑supplied items sold at cost (through DSLA Ltda.): texts in German, dictionaries, ties, insignia and similar elements are available for purchase at cost. School supplies and specific platform fees (e.g., mathematics platform) are charged separately as indicated in supply lists.

Refund / cancellation information (where applicable)

- No explicit general refund or reimbursement schedule for tuition, matrícula, or instalments is published in the 2026 fee circular. The school's admission regulation and the 2026 fees circular do not specify a standard refund formula for cancelled or withdrawn enrolments within the published documents reviewed. Parents should note that specific cases (insurance acceptance, age limits, preexisting conditions) have separate conditions noted for insurance items.

Accepted payment methods and restrictions

- Accepted payment methods: credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Cheques are not accepted.

Notes and administrative observations (fee mechanics)

- The published annual tuition figures include accident insurance for students and school‑life insurance for one guardian/sponsor as part of the annual fee package.
- The listed instalment plan is ten monthly payments; the school's documentation does not provide per‑term fee amounts (the school publishes the annual total and the ten‑month instalment breakdown only). This means term‑specific (e.g., trimester or semester) charges are not available in the published 2026 fee circular.

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Curriculum

The school is a coeducational, non-denominational Christian-oriented institution with a scientific-humanist curriculum, bicultural and then trilingual, complemented by a broad range of extracurricular workshops and ACLES activities that integrate the German language with arts and sports, plus exchange activities with Germany and other countries. The mission is to provide, in a sustainable manner, an educational and formative offering of excellence that yields durable, deep, multicultural learning in Spanish, German as the first foreign language, and English, together with adequate preparation for life. The vision is to foster the transmission of German culture and language, guiding its development through its own and international experience, using high-quality professional, physical and technological resources, with the support of the school community, to contribute to a sustainable society through its graduates. The curricular structure comprises an Initial Cycle (pre-kindergarten to kindergarten), Cycle 1 (1st to 6th grade), and Diploma Cycle (7th to IV Medio). The Basic Cycle is limited to 28 students. The program requires German and English as mandatory languages; it provides the option to earn the DSD II German certificate and the B2 English level on graduation, with English content reinforced in III and IV Medio to prepare for the IB Diploma English HL; The school is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to implement the IB Diploma in IV Medio. External assessments include PTU, SIMCE, CEIS; language tests ZDP8, DSD1, DSD2 and ZDPA; and the IB Diploma Examinations in IV Medio.

Admissions

1. Three application periods exist. The first is for the following academic year; this ordinary cycle starts in May and ends with enrollment in September. The second allows entry in the current year for levels with available seats, before or after the ordinary period. The third fills vacancies left by students who do not enroll and runs until mid-December. The admissions process is free for all applicants.

2. Minimum age requirements apply by March 31 of the entry year: Playgroup 3 years; Prekindergarten 4 years; Kindergarten 5 years; First Grade 6 years. Common documents required for all levels include the completed application form and the original birth certificate. Applicants with special educational needs (NEE) must provide documented evidence of permanent needs and/or disability from the first level, in accordance with applicable law.

3. Stages of the admissions process: The schedule with dates and deadlines is published at the start of the admissions period (typically in May). The applicant completes the Application Form and attaches the required documents; the form is available on the institutional site while the process is open. New families have an interview with the Director, which may be in person or conducted virtually via Google Meet; a reservation through the online form is required. The overall timeline and key dates are published for transparency.

4. Evaluation and selection: Ciclo Inicial: Observations are conducted by educators, the pedagogical support team, and ACOE professionals. The admission standards for Ciclo Inicial align with current Curricular Bases and require a minimum passing score of 60% across Personal and Social Development, Integral Communication, and Interaction/Understanding of the Environment. Each applicant receives an average score based on the assessment and remarks from the evaluators.

5. Evaluation and selection: Ciclos I and II: Applicants to 1st Year of Basic Education take an evaluation per the stated standards, with a passing threshold of 60%. Applicants from 2nd Basic through III Medio take language and mathematics tests that correspond to the programs of the Ministry of Education for the prior level, with a 60% passing requirement. All applicants participate in morning activities at their respective level to interact with peers and experience the school environment.

6. Assignment of seats: If the number of applicants exceeds available seats, seats are allocated according to the following priority order: a) sibling of a student already enrolled; b) child of a school employee with an indefinite contract; c) child of an ex-student; d) student transferring from another German-speaking school in Chile or abroad, or from a school offering International Baccalaureate programs; e) order of registration (including attached documentation).

7. Publication of results: The school informs families by email of the admission results. A list of accepted candidates for levels with available seats is posted at a visible location at the main entrance. If applicable, waiting lists are published as well.

8. Enrollment: After results are published, enrollment for accepted applicants must be completed within a maximum of 10 working days. If enrollment is not completed within this period, the seat is forfeited and the next candidate on the waiting list may be enrolled. The school may require additional administrative steps to finalize enrollment.

9. Complementary commitments: The school may voluntarily invite families to establish complementary commitments to support the student's leveling and/or additional assistance. These commitments are designed to aid inclusion and progress and may be implemented at the school's discretion to support the student.

Waitlist

Waitlist: If applications exceed available seats, vacancies are filled from a waiting list maintained by the school. The school publishes both the list of accepted candidates for levels with space and the waiting lists, and communicates results by email. Vacancies are filled from the waiting list as seats become available, following the same priority order used in the initial admissions process (siblings, staff, ex-students, transfers from other German-speaking schools or IB programs, then order of registration).

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Colegio Alemán de San Felipe

Instructs in Spanish, German, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Colégio Alemán de San Felipe is a German international school located on the slopes of Cerro El Peñón in the Panquehue commune, near the Valle de Aconcagua. The campus features 1,100 m² of specialist classrooms for English, German and mathematics, plus a library, computer room, science laboratory, music room, theatre, dining hall, and an indoor gym with two volleyball courts and a grass field with an athletics track. The school offers Early Childhood Education starting with Spielgruppe at age 3, with a person-centered pedagogy that partners with families to build habits, autonomy and social skills, and to introduce German as a second language from early on. From 1st to 6th grade, the national curriculum is implemented, with German taught for about six hours per week and English for about three hours per week, and four hours of Physical Education weekly, alongside sport academies and team activities. From 7th grade to the first year of secondary, students prepare to enter the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in 2nd year, making it a pioneer in the Valle. The school is private, German, and abroad recognized by Germany; it's a member of the Association of German Schools in Chile and emphasizes intercultural competence and German culture in a multicultural community.

Location

The school is located at Ruta 60 CH 501, Panquehue, San Felipe, Chile. It sits along Route 60 in the Panquehue–San Felipe area.

Stages

Pre-primary, Primary, and Secondary; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered.

Type

The school is a German international school. It is private and is a member of the Association of German Schools in Chile; it is recognized in Germany as a German school abroad.

Additional learning support

The school has the Unidad de Apoyo del Aprendizaje (Learning Support Unit) to assist learners. It includes a psychopedagogy unit and a psychology unit and coordinates with families and external specialists.

Country affiliation

Germany; The school is a German school abroad and is recognized by Germany as such; it is a member of the Association of German Schools in Chile.

School day structure

For the 2026 school year, orientation for Playgroup, Pre-Kinder, Kinder and 1st Grade is March 2, 2026 from 10:00 to 12:00; classes begin March 3, 2026. Playgroup has two adaptation days (March 3–4, 08:00–11:00; March 5–6, 08:00–12:50). From Pre-Kinder to Grade 12, March 3–6 schedules are 08:00–13:00 for Pre-Kinder and Kinder, and 13:05 for 1st Grade to Grade 12.

Uniform Requirement

The uniform is the sports uniform for students from Playgroup through IV Medio. The sport uniform includes a red DS polo shirt, black tights or shorts, a gray fleece with a black stripe, a gray DS-logo hoodie, white or black socks, and black sneakers. In 2026 a new official DS uniform will be introduced as a transitional phase; from 2027 the new uniform becomes mandatory for all students. Students from Playgroup to 4th grade will continue with the sports uniform, while students from 5th grade to IV Medio will need both the formal and sport uniforms.

Food Options

The school has a casino (cafeteria) providing lunch through a concessionaire. Lunch is served in two shifts: Shift 1 (1:05 PM–1:50 PM) for 1st–6th grade and Shift 2 (1:50 PM–2:35 PM) for 7th–IV Medio. Microwaves are available for students bringing lunch from home. The 2025 concession is Aquelarre Producciones; lunch can be paid in cash at the casino by 10:00 AM or by electronic transfer to Aquelarre Producciones y Eventos SPA, with details and contact at casino_ds@banquetesnavarrete.cl; include the student's name, class, and lunch days in the email.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by the Corporación Colegio Alemán, a nine-member board that provides guidelines and oversees the institution's operation and resources to ensure the proper execution of the educational project. The board includes the President René Martínez Barros and the Director Camila Schmidt González.

Application fees
- No single, fixed application or admission fee amount is published for new applicants. The school's admissions process is active for 2026 and vacancies are listed by course, but no public schedule of application or enrolment charges appears in the school's published admissions material.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish specific numeric tuition or per-term charges for any year group in its publicly available admissions, regulations, or document sections. There is no public fee schedule showing amounts by level (Pre‑basic/Primary/Secondary) for 2026/27 or 2025/26. As a result, exact per-term and per-year tuition figures by year group are not available in the school's published documents.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing structure used by the school includes an annual matriculation/tuition obligation that is structured into periodic payments; the administration implements monthly payment plans and formal payment agreements when required.
- The school permits formal reprogramming (payment plans) for outstanding tuition with monthly instalments and sets rules for how those plans are formalized (including a written plan and, in some cases, notarization of the agreement). Reprogrammed plans are allowed without interest or penalties when agreed under the school's procedures.
- The school requires parents to keep tuition up to date for participation in optional activities (for example, students must have school fees paid at least 30 days before certain school trips), and outstanding arrears may affect participation in extracurricular activities.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The Colegio Alemán de San Felipe operates as a day school; there is no published provision or schedule for boarding or residential accommodation and no boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and fees (uniform, textbooks, insurance, extracurriculars, etc.)
- Uniforms: A mandated school uniform policy and new uniform design for 2026 are described; required items (sport and formal pieces) are listed and families should expect a cost to acquire the required uniform pieces for each student. Specific uniform prices are not published.
- Stationery and textbooks: The school publishes level-specific lists of required school materials and texts for 2026 (lists by course), so families should budget separately for textbooks and supplies per the published lists. Specific per-item or per-grade costs are not published.
- Insurance: The school maintains an insurance arrangement (school accident and related coverage) that references insured sums and policy periods; parents should expect an insurance cost to be part of overall school fees or ancillary charges, and the policy details show coverage terms (policy period and insured capital referenced). Specific premium amounts applicable to each family are set in the school's insurance documentation.
- Extracurricular/talleres and trips: Costs for optional workshops, extracurricular activities, and study trips are treated as additional charges that parents must pay; the school requires tuition currentness for participation and may collect separate payments or contributions for these activities.

Refund information and withdrawal / non‑payment consequences
- Withdrawal and outstanding balance: If a parent or guardian terminates the contract or the school cancels it during an academic year, remaining instalments may be treated as immediately due and collectible as a single balance; the school's rules establish that outstanding instalments after early withdrawal become payable.
- Reprogramming conditions and exceptions: The school's reprogramming procedure for debt (used notably during COVID-19 measures) specifies that reprogrammed instalments will not carry interest or penalties when formally approved and that special conditions apply for deferment and rescheduling; abuses or false declarations tied to requests for special treatment will require reimbursement.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)
- Accepted payment methods include automatic discounts/charges via credit card, direct debit to a bank account (cuenta corriente), and bank document transfers; the school formalizes payment plans and accepts these electronic/banking methods for regular tuition collection.
- The school publishes and displays a payments button/portal image on its information pages, indicating use of an online payments facility or billing interface for families, although public detail on the portal's provider and step‑by‑step payment flow is not published.

Summary of search outcome and limits (brief)
- A complete, published fee schedule showing numeric values for application fees, annual tuition, and per‑term amounts by year group for 2026/27 (or 2025/26) was not found among the school's public admissions pages, uniforms/supplies posts, regulations, and downloadable documents. The school's published materials instead provide rules on payment methods, reprogramming, insurance coverages, required uniforms and supplies, and administrative procedures but do not list the specific monetary amounts parents must pay for tuition and per‑term invoices.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Department of Convivencia Educativa promotes actions that foster respectful and inclusive coexistence among all members of the school community, supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has a Unidad de Apoyo al Aprendizaje (UAA) to provide targeted learning support. The UAA operates under the school's leadership and coordinates with families and external specialists; it includes psychopedagogy and psychology services to address learning difficulties and socioemotional needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is taught in addition to German, starting in the second year of Basic Education, with 2 hours per week, and continuing through the fourth year of Upper Secondary, totaling 4 hours per week. The program includes preparation for Cambridge ESOL exams (KET and PET, optional; 1st Certificate, optional; CAE, optional) with funding borne by guardians. The school has been a Cambridge Preparation Exam Centre, certifying official Cambridge exam preparation until 2023. Exchange is in the process of reformulation.

Mental Wellbeing

The Convivencia Educativa program supports mental wellbeing by promoting a respectful and inclusive school climate and facilitating students' social and emotional development. The team includes a psychologist and convivencia coordinators who work with students across grade levels.

Safeguarding

The School Safety Committee coordinates safeguarding and school safety. It includes members such as a teacher, a risk prevention advisor, an inspector, the administrative director, the nurse, a student representative, and a parent representative. There are an Emergency Protocol for earthquakes and evacuation maps and a Plan Integral de Seguridad Escolar (PISE).

Admissions

Admissions 2026

3rd Process - CLOSED

The German School of San Felipe is a secular educational institution affiliated with the Association of German Schools of Chile, which aims to provide a comprehensive and multicultural education with an emphasis on German culture, and has chosen the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as a framework that equips students with the skills they will need to face future challenges.

We offer our students an education based on curricular differentiation that enhances their individuality, reflective capacity, creativity, and personal discipline. We strive to be an educational community that develops in a harmonious environment, working in a coordinated and cohesive manner to achieve its mission.

We invite you to learn more about our School's Educational Project here.

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Vacancies by Course

Admission Protocol

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Vacancies by Course

Playgroup: 1 slot
Pre Kinder: 2 slots
7th Grade: 2 slots
8th Grade: 2 slots
1st year of secondary (I Medio): 1 slot

Schedule (Admission Dates)

Web applications: From Friday, November 11 to Friday, November 17
Admission exam for applicants from 1st grade to 9th grade: Tuesday, November 18
Interviews with applicant families – New applicants – Tuesday, November 18
Observation of Pre-Basic applicants: Friday, November 21
Admission results: Wednesday, November 26
Enrollments: Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28

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Contact details: Ruta 60, Valparaíso, Chile

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Colegio Alemán Chicureo

Instructs in German, Spanish

Ages 4 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Colegio Alemán Chicureo follows a German curriculum for students aged 4 to 18. The program blends a bi-cultural, bilingual approach with a long German educational tradition. Timetables align with Chile's Ministry of Education and the Kultusministerkonferenz. Until grade 4, all subjects are taught in German in a bilingual environment; from grades 5–6, students enter Orientierungsstufe to deepen German-language study, and from grade 7 they may choose German or Spanish instruction with identical content and hours. The curriculum features natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences with a three-language emphasis—German, Spanish, and English—enabling access to international universities. DIA is internationally recognized and leads, after 12 years, to the Allgemeine Hochschulreife, with Abitur study possible at several Chilean universities. The school also offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sport, and fosters partnerships with local and international institutions to enrich learning and community life. It prepares students for diverse international universities while upholding ethical principles and social responsibility.

Location

The Deutsche Schule Santiago is located at Nuestra Señora del Rosario 850, Las Condes, Santiago, Chile. The Las Condes campus is described as being in central Santiago and in the heart of the city.

Stages

From 1st through 4th grade, students learn in a bilingual environment (language concept). All subjects are taught in German. In 5th and 6th grades, students go through the Orientierungsstufe, reinforcing German study and learning strategies. From 7th grade onward, students may choose to be taught in German or Spanish for grades 7–10, with the DIA (Deutsches Internationales Abitur) available. The curriculum emphasizes tri-lingual education (German – Spanish – English).

Type

German international school

Additional learning support

Convivencia escolar (school life) is coordinated by a team led by Patricio Fuentes (Vitacura). Division-specific coordinators: Vitacura — Carolina Mansilla (1st–2nd), Nanette Duffau (3rd–4th), Esteban Martínez (5th–6th); Las Condes — Sergio Álvarez (7th–8th), Paola Bocaz (9th–10th), Carlos Figueroa (11th–12th). Assistants: Ximena CID (7th–8th), Francisco Caballero (9th–10th), Susana Mora (11th–12th). Orientation & Inclusion are led by Javiera Gómez (Orientation) and Isabel Comes (Inclusion), with a psychologist and specialists for various grade levels.

Application / Admission fee
- Admission (admissions test): CLP 50,000. This fee is paid at the time of application and is non‑refundable.

One‑time entry fees (Cuota de incorporación and Matriculation)
- Entry fee (Cuota de incorporación): First child UF 100; second child and subsequent children UF 80. This is a one‑time, irrevocable payment when joining the school (subject to limited refund rules if the student never actually starts).
- Annual registration (Matrícula) 2026: UF 12.50 (paid each year at enrollment/renewal). The registration payment includes accident coverage through Clínica Alemana and a basic life/coverage policy for the primary financial guarantor.

Tuition (Colegiatura) — annual and instalment detail
- Annual tuition 2026 (Pre‑kinder through IV Medio): UF 193.22 per year.
- Instalment option: The annual tuition may be paid in up to 10 equal monthly instalments. Instalment billing typically runs from March through December. Instalments are due on the monthly due dates established by the school; late or missed instalments can make the total debt immediately due and may incur interest and collection costs.

Sibling discounts and concessions
- Discounts for multiple siblings enrolled concurrently: 10% for the third sibling, 20% for the fourth sibling, and 50% for the fifth sibling and beyond. Additional sibling discount rules are published by the school.

Other recurring or occasional charges
- Parents association fee (Cuota Centro de Padres y Apoderados): CLP 35,000 per family (2025 value shown).
- Extra‑curricular activities and pre‑university/preparatory courses (AGs): Charged separately and billed alongside monthly tuition during the months indicated; payment is required for enrolled activities and withdrawals after start do not automatically stop charges except in specific circumstances (medical or force majeure with documentation).
- Optional extended insurance (CHUBB) plans for additional coverage (values shown in UF on the school fees pages): examples include optional coverage levels for continuation to university and second‑sustainer coverage; these optional premiums are charged in UF. The school includes basic accident coverage and a primary sustainer life/coverage policy within the registration fee; optional additional insurance is available at the stated UF values.

Boarding / Residence fees
- The school does not list any boarding or internado fees; there is no boarding program indicated in the published school fees and payment documents.

Refund and cancellation terms (summary)
- Admission exam: non‑refundable in all cases.
- Entry fee (Cuota de incorporación): generally non‑refundable once the student has started classes; if the fee was paid but the student never began classes, a refund request may be submitted and the school will process a refund under the procedure described by the school (refund paid in CLP at the paid amount, without adjustments).
- Matrícula (registration): not refundable once the student has started classes.
- Annual tuition (Colegiatura): the tuition is treated as a single annual obligation that can be split into instalments for payment convenience. If the annual tuition was paid in advance and the student withdraws, the school may refund the portion of tuition for months after the effective withdrawal date, subject to the school's refund procedures and provided the family is current on all financial obligations. Instalment payers who withdraw after the school year starts may be released from future instalments from the month following written notification and acceptance of withdrawal by the school; specific conditions and documentation requirements apply. Late payments, unpaid balances or non‑compliance can affect refund eligibility.

Billing schedule and payment terms (practical points)
- Annual billing structure: registration (Matrícula) is charged annually at contract/matriculation time; Colegiatura (annual tuition) is invoiced as one annual amount that may be split into up to 10 monthly instalments (commonly March–December). Instalment due dates are set by the school (historically the 5th of each month has been used) and all instalments are equal when split. Failure to keep PAC/OneClick payment arrangements active or to make timely payments is treated as a contract breach and may trigger immediate collection actions. Early full payment discounts have been offered in prior years under specified time windows.

Accepted payment methods and automated payment options
- Accepted methods for registration and fees: Webpay (online card payment), bank transfer (electronic transfer), credit and debit card payments. Automated payment options for tuition include PAC (Pago Automático de Cuentas — automatic debit from bank account) and OneClick (automatic card charge). When enrolling an automatic payment method, families must follow the school's enrollment steps and notify the school to activate PAC registrations.

Contact for fee queries and administrative follow‑up
- The school provides a contact for fee questions and payment procedures; fee offices and named contacts are listed in the school's published fee documents.

Curriculum

The curriculum is a bi-cultural, bilingual program rooted in more than 128 years of German educational tradition, with the student at the center. Study plans and programs support the school profile and the holistic development of students, emphasizing transferable skills and competencies. Intercultural encounters underpin holistic and interdisciplinary development, with formative assessment, project work, and the development and strengthening of skills across developmental stages. The timetable aligns with the Chilean Ministry of Education and the Kultusministerkonferenz, and students may pursue the Deutsche Internationale Abitur (DIA) here. Until grade 4, children learn in a bilingual environment; all subjects are taught in German. In grades 5–6, they enter the Orientierungsstufe to deepen German-language study, and from grade 7 onward students may choose German or Spanish instruction with identical content and hours, enabling the Abitur. The curriculum covers natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences, with a three-language emphasis—German, Spanish, and English—enabling access to international universities; DIA is internationally recognized and, after 12 years, leads to the Allgemeine Hochschulreife, while Abitur study is also possible at several Chilean universities, with the school continuing to expand these options.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have access to international universities thanks to the DIA and the three-language approach (German, Spanish, English). The DIA is internationally recognized and leads to the Allgemeine Hochschulreife after 12 years. Studying with the Abitur is also possible at several Chilean universities, and the school is actively expanding these options.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school emphasizes holistic learning and personal development as core to its educational project. Social-emotional development is integrated with academics to help students become leaders with values and knowledge. A Positive School Coexistence approach is cultivated, with a dedicated team focused on the wellbeing of all students across campuses. Across the Vitacura and Las Condes sites, a school coexistence team works to promote respectful, supportive interactions and a constructive learning environment. Students engage in classrooms, field trips, recess, extracurriculars, ceremonies, and other activities that foster mutual respect and social responsibility.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides learning support and inclusive education through a dedicated support program and an orientation and inclusion team. A psychologist, a differential educator, an occupational therapist, and other specialists work within the program to support students with diverse needs across campuses. The team includes professionals for early years through secondary levels, and the school adapts plans to meet both national and German curricular requirements. Inclusive practices are integrated into the general curriculum and classroom experiences to support individual learning goals. The approach emphasizes individualized support within an inclusive school community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school operates a trilingual framework (German, Spanish, English). In elementary years up to 4th grade, learning occurs in German for core subjects, with a bilingual environment. In 5th and 6th grade, orientation enables continued study with guidance and language learning across subjects. From 7th grade onward, students may choose to study in German or Spanish, maintaining the same core curriculum. The trilingual emphasis enables access to international higher education, with the Abitur certification recognized for study abroad. English is part of the three-language framework supporting global opportunities.

Mental Wellbeing

Convivencia Escolar Positive fosters the ability to coexist respectfully and supportively within the school community, supporting students' holistic development. The School Coexistence Team coordinates ongoing wellbeing initiatives across campuses to promote safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments. A team of psychologists and other wellbeing professionals supports students at different levels, including early years, and provides guidance for social-emotional development, behavior, and mental health. Wellbeing is addressed through classroom practices, school activities, and dedicated support structures across both campuses.

Safeguarding

A confidential reporting channel is available for all Corpeduff entities (including the Colegio Alemán de Santiago, Colegio Alemán Chicureo, and INSALCO) to report issues such as financial crimes, workplace violence, discrimination, conflicts of interest, data privacy breaches, and policy violations. Reports require identification of the reporter and the accused but are treated with strict confidentiality in line with applicable laws. Two emails are designated for reports: denuncias@corpeduff.cl for Karin-law matters and cumplimientoetico@corpeduff.cl for legal/ethics matters. The institution commits to no retaliation, objective and timely investigations, and transparent communication of case status to the reporter.

Admissions

We thank you for your interest in the German School Santiago. Therefore we are the best choice for your child's future. Tradition: For more than 130 years we have transmitted German culture. Role models for society: Education of individuals with solid knowledge, ethical principles and democratic and civic values who take social responsibility. Academic excellence: Promotion of critical thinking, the ability to learn independently and teamwork. Trilingual instruction: Spanish, English and German. Global citizens: A diverse and inclusive community with an international mindset. Holistic learning: A wide range of extracurricular activities for the optimal development of our students. German International Abitur: The successful completion of the German International Abitur examination entitles students to attend German universities as well as some Chilean universities with which the German School Santiago has an agreement. Learn more about our institutional educational project. Extraordinary admission procedure 2026: Registration for the extraordinary admission procedure for the first half of 2026 is open for all grade levels with available places. Learn more about the application. Apply here. Application fees: The cost of the admission procedure is 50,000 Chilean pesos, payable at the time of application via WebPay and non-refundable. Pre-kindergarten 2026 admissions: Registration for the Pre-Kindergarten 2026 admission procedure has closed. Pre-kindergarten 2027 admissions: Registration for the Pre-Kindergarten 2027 admission procedure starts in February 2026. The exact date will be announced. The German School Santiago is a private, tuition-paying and multilingual school. There is a preschool, an elementary school and a secondary school with middle and upper levels. Our students learn up to grade 4 in a bilingual environment, according to the so-called language concept. In grades 5 and 6 the students then go through the orientation stage, which gives all students the opportunity to study more subjects in German. From grade 7 onward, students can decide whether they want instruction in German or Spanish in grades 7–10. The content and hours are identical and offer students the possibility to take the Abitur. The successful completion of the German International Abitur examination entitles students to attend German universities as well as some Chilean universities with which the German School Santiago has an agreement. The application of a student—regardless of the admission procedure—requires guardians to accept the school's educational project and internal guidelines. The teaching of the German language, as well as instruction in German, plays an important role in our school. In addition to the annual admission procedure for Pre-kindergarten, there are two special admission procedures: in June for admission to the school for the second half of the year and in December for admission to the new school year. In the process for the Prekindergarten admission, information about general admission criteria, application windows, requirements for applicants and documents to be submitted, as well as information about admission tests, fees and payment modalities for the admission process is published between December and March.

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Deutsche Schule Santiago

Instructs in German, Spanish

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupils 2100

Type Co-educational

Deutsche Schule Santiago is a long-established German international school serving learners aged 4 to 18 across three campuses: Cerro Colorado (preschool), Vitacura (grades 1–6) and Las Condes (grades 7–12). The school follows a bespoke curriculum balancing German and Chilean requirements and supporting holistic development through formative assessment and project work. In the early years a bilingual language concept governs learning up to grade 4, with all subjects taught in German. In grades 5–6 students enter the orientation stage to consolidate strategies and broaden German-language study. From grade 7, students may be taught in German or Spanish with content and hours aligned to the German International Abitur (DIA). The timetable aligns with the Chilean MOE and the KMK. A three-language emphasis (German–Spanish–English) supports access to international universities. With over 130 years of history, the school maintains a German educational tradition and engaged international partnerships.

Location

Located at Nuestra Señora del Rosario 850, Las Condes, Santiago, Chile. The school is situated in the heart of the city. The Deutsche Schule Santiago is a center for education and innovation.

Stages

Trilingual education with the Abitur.

Type

German international school

Country affiliation

Germany

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is mandatory. The official uniform can be bought at stores announced by the school, or at other stores that fit the family budget, provided the uniform matches the institutional colors and forms. Prekindergarten wears comfortable clothing with appropriate footwear and an apron or smock; 1st–2nd grades wear only the official sports uniform and sneakers; 3rd–6th grades wear grey school trousers, a white T-shirt with a grey collar and buttons, a grey emblem on the pocket, plus a grey sweater with yellow, red and black trim at the collar, cuffs and hem; winter stockings are worn with a prescribed skirt, and the official sports uniform is required for physical education, with a cap outdoors recommended.

Food Options

The school cafeteria is operated by Food Talent. Lunch tickets are purchased via foodticket.cl, where students register and select meals. The 2025 price is 4,600 CLP per lunch. For campus-specific support, contact the Food Talent staff at the addresses listed for Vitacura and Las Condes campuses.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned by Corporación Educacional Federico Froebel.

Application and admission fees

- Prueba de admisión (examen de admisión): CLP 50,000 (valor informado como no reembolsable en la documentación de cuotas).

Enrollment (Matrícula)

- Matrícula anual por alumno (Prekínder a IV Medio): UF 12.50. La matrícula se cobra por año escolar y es una cuota única al momento de inscripción/renovación.

Annual tuition (Colegiatura)

- Colegiatura anual por alumno (Prekínder a IV Medio): UF 193.22 por año escolar. No hay distintos escalones tarifarios publicados entre cursos; el importe declarado aplica de Prekínder a IV Medio.

- Modalidad de pago: la colegiatura anual puede fraccionarse en 10 cuotas mensuales (de marzo a diciembre). Por tanto, el importe por cuota mensual equivale a la colegiatura anual dividida en 10 (193.22 UF ÷ 10 = 19.322 UF por cuota, pagadera en cada mes indicado). (La escuela publica el número de cuotas y el periodo de pago; el cálculo de la cuota mensual se basa en esa regla).

Sibling / incorporación fees

- Cuota de incorporación (una sola vez por incorporación de familia): 1er hijo: UF 100; segundo hijo (y posteriores): UF 80. Estas cuotas se aplican en el proceso de incorporación de nuevas familias.

- Descuentos por hermanos: la existencia de descuentos en colegiatura por hermanos se menciona en la información de aranceles, pero no se detallan porcentajes o condiciones específicas en el material tarifario publicado.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Periodo de pago de colegiatura: 10 cuotas mensuales, de marzo a diciembre. La colegiatura anual se factura con posibilidad de pago fraccionado en esas 10 cuotas.

- Pago de matrícula y cuotas de incorporación: se pagan en el momento de matrícula/ingreso (matrícula: UF 12.50; cuota de incorporación según corresponda).

Insurance (incluido y opcional)

- Cobertura incluida en la matrícula: la matrícula incluye la cobertura del Convenio de Accidentes de Clínica Alemana para los alumnos y un Seguro de Vida para el sostenedor económico (cubre la colegiatura hasta IV Medio en caso de fallecimiento o invalidez 2/3).

- Seguros adicionales optativos (valores informados en UF):
- 1° Sostenedor – Extensión Universitaria: UF 0.76.
- 2° Sostenedor – Colegio: UF 0.68.
- 2° Sostenedor – Extensión Universitaria: UF 0.49.

Payment methods and options

- Medios de pago para Matrícula: Webpay; Transferencia Electrónica.

- Medios de pago para Colegiatura: Pago Automático Cuenta Corriente (PAC); Pago Automático Tarjeta de Crédito (Oneclick); Webpay; Transferencia Electrónica.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniformes: el colegio exige uniforme escolar y deportivo oficial; los uniformes oficiales pueden adquirirse en tiendas comerciales indicadas y la institución no mantiene contrato exclusivo con las tiendas. Coste de compra del uniforme depende del proveedor y no se presenta como cargo gestionado directamente por el colegio.

- Materiales escolares (listas de útiles): existen listas de útiles por sede y curso para 2026; el coste de los materiales depende de las adquisiciones por familia.

- Comedor / almuerzos: precio informativo (ejemplo 2025) por almuerzo: CLP 4,600 (servicio gestionado externamente a través de plataforma de tickets). El coste del comedor se factura o gestiona aparte de la colegiatura. (Precio de almuerzo citado corresponde a publicación de 2025 y puede variar).

- Actividades extraprogramáticas (AGs): algunas AGs tienen cobro mensual; como referencia, el valor informado para ciertas AGs en 2025 fue CLP 42,000 mensuales para deportes ancla. Estos cargos son adicionales y dependen de la actividad seleccionada.

- Cuota del Centro de Padres y Apoderados (referencia 2025): CLP 35,000 por familia (valor publicado como referencia en comunicaciones de cuotas).

Boarding (residencia)

- No se lista ninguna opción de internado o tarifas de residencia en la información pública de aranceles y páginas institucionales; la escuela opera con sedes diurnas (campus) y no publica cargos por alojamiento. Por tanto, no aplican tarifas de boarding.

Refunds and cancellation

- Examen de admisión: indicado como CLP 50,000 y marcado como no reembolsable en la documentación de cuotas.

- Política de reembolsos de matrícula o colegiatura en caso de baja/retiro: no se encuentra una política detallada y pública con condiciones y plazos de reembolso de matrícula o colegiatura en el material tarifario consultado. Donde la información tarifaria no especifica reembolsos para estas circunstancias, no está disponible un detalle público sobre porcentajes, plazos ni condiciones de devolución.

Notes and concise summary of gaps found

- Las tarifas publicadas para 2026 incluyen los importes principales: Matrícula UF 12.50; Colegiatura anual UF 193.22; Cuota de incorporación UF 100 (1er hijo) / UF 80 (2° hijo); Prueba de admisión CLP 50,000. Estos importes y las formas de pago están especificados en la información de aranceles.

- Aspectos no detallados públicamente en la documentación tarifaria consultada: no se encuentran porcentajes exactos ni condiciones completas del descuento por hermanos, no hay una política pública clara y desglosada sobre reembolsos de matrícula/colegiatura (condiciones y plazos) y no se muestran tarifas por periodo académico distinto a la colegiatura anual; la colegiatura se presenta como valor anual con opción de pago en 10 cuotas. También los precios de uniformes, listas de útiles, AGs y comedor aparecen como referencias o gestionados por terceros y varían según elección/curso; no hay un único listado de costes obligatorios adicionales cerrado en la sección de aranceles.

(Para cualquier cifra expresada en UF: la Unidad de Fomento (UF) es la unidad en que se informan matrícula, colegiatura y otras partidas; los importes numéricos fueron presentados tal cual se publican en la documentación de aranceles 2026.)

Curriculum

An intercultural hub that is continually evolving, with students at the center. The study plans and programs support the student profile and the holistic development of students, focusing on cultivating abilities and competencies useful throughout life. Intercultural encounter underpins holistic and interdisciplinary development of children and youths. Formative assessment, project work, and the development and strengthening of skills across developmental stages are important aspects of the curriculum. The timetable complies with both the Chilean Ministry of Education and the Kultusministerkonferenz (KMK), the body that regulates the German International Abitur (DIA), which students may take if they wish. To identify additional learning objectives, the school uses conversion tables and curricular coherence. Subjects that integrate the German curriculum and whose learning objectives are not included in the Chilean curriculum have been adapted under our own curricula to meet both Chilean and German requirements. Up to grade 4, students learn in a bilingual environment called the "language concept"; all subjects are taught in German. In grades 5-6, students go through the "orientation stage," giving all students the opportunity to study additional subjects in German and to consolidate learning strategies for different subjects. From grade 7 onward, students can choose to be taught in German or Spanish in grades 7-10; content and hours are identical and provide the opportunity to obtain the Abitur. DIA — Deutsches Internationales Abitur — is the German International Abitur that students can take at the school. The DIA is internationally recognized and leads after 12 years to the General Higher Education Entrance Qualification. A broad subject curriculum across natural sciences, humanities and social sciences sets a standard for study readiness at more than 80 German international schools worldwide, since the final exam meets the requirements of German Gymnasien. Our graduates are internationally oriented, independent, and well-trained across a broad spectrum. Three-language emphasis (German – Spanish – English) enables graduates to access international universities and opens up excellent career opportunities. Worldwide, studying with the Abitur is possible at several universities in Chile as well, and the school continues to expand this possibility.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have access to international universities worldwide. The three-language focus enables admission to international universities and higher education institutions. In Chile, several universities now allow studying with the Abitur.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Holistic learning and personal development are central to the school. Ethical principles and social responsibility guide student growth. The school offers an inclusive environment and a diverse community. A highly qualified teaching staff and internationally recognized programs support student development. Intercultural encounter fosters holistic and interdisciplinary development. Formative assessment and project work across developmental stages are key aspects of the curriculum.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Three-language education (German – Spanish – English) is part of the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing

Holistic education includes personal development and well-being as part of overall student growth.

Admissions

1. The Deutsche Schule Santiago is private, fee-charging, and multilingual. It offers trilingual instruction in Spanish, English, and German and provides the International Abitur. The school serves around 2,100 students and follows a holistic, language-rich approach with a language concept that covers early bilingual development through to higher grades. 2. An extraordinary admission process for 2026 is open for all grade levels with vacancies. Enrollment for the first half of 2026 is available. The admissions process is designed to accept applicants for all grade levels with places. 3. Admission fees: The cost of the admissions process is 50,000 Chilean pesos, payable at the time of application via WebPay. The fee is non-refundable. The amount applies to the admission process for 2026. 4. Pre-Kindergarten admissions for 2026 have closed. Pre-Kindergarten 2027 admissions begin in February 2026; the exact date is to be determined. Applicants must have completed four years by March 31, 2027. The publication of general admission criteria, application windows, requirements, and the admissions tests, as well as fees and payment modalities, is published between December and March for the Pre-K process. 5. To apply, submit the online application at dsstgo.postulaciones.colegium.com. 6. 7. The school comprises preschool, primary, and secondary levels; up to grade 4 instruction is bilingual, with Grades 5-6 offering an orientation stage and Grades 7-10 the option to study in German or Spanish; content and hours are identical, enabling the Abitur. 8. In addition to the annual admission, two special admission procedures exist: in June for the second half of the year and in December for the new school year; information on general criteria, windows, requirements, tests, fees, and payment modalities is published December-March.

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Instituto Alemán Carlos Anwandter

Instructs in German, Spanish

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

The Instituto Alemán Carlos Anwandter, founded in 1858 by German immigrants in Valdivia, serves students aged 3 to 18. It offers a bilingual International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) authorized in 2010, delivered within a unified curriculum framework. The IB DP complements the school's German guidelines focus for German schools abroad, with instruction supported by German teachers and funding from Germany. Students study German and English and can pursue Deutsches Sprachdiplom I and II (levels B1 and C1) as well as English proficiency exams such as PET, FCE, and CAE. Beginning in II Medio, three-month school exchange with German peers and two-week joint educational trip broaden understanding. The campus at Los Laureles 050, Isla Teja, Valdivia, includes Kindergarten, library, and Robotics Workshop, with sports facilities including synthetic football pitch and multiple gyms. Extracurriculars cover sports, robotics, music, visual arts, theater, and clubs, with opportunities for up to two activities per student.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform: The uniform is mandatory for all students from 1st grade through 12th grade; Preschool is not mandatory. The uniform represents belonging and identity and must be clean, in good condition, and labeled with the students full name. For official events, a tie and blue vest are required; there are gender-specific items for girls and boys and a sports uniform.

Food Options

The cafeteria offers a daily menu priced at 5,500 Chilean pesos. Additional options include salad with protein (3,200); wraps with chicken, tuna, or vegetarian with yogurt sauce (3,200); cookies (800); muffins (1,000); assorted sandwiches (1,000 or 800); and fruit cups (1,700). For questions contact the cafeteria operator Lilian Villanueva at Annex 130, cafeteria@dsvaldivia.cl, or WhatsApp 985415934. Menus may vary with local market availability.

Governance and Ownership

The Institute is governed by the Grupo Gestor, a commission responsible for directing, coordinating and promoting school development to improve the quality of school work. The Grupo Gestor consists of a Nuclear Group and an Expanded Group and is democratically elected by school stakeholders for a fixed term, working in alignment with the Leitbild and the school's educational program. It is linked to the Declaration of German-speaking Schools in Chile.

Application / registration fees

- Pre‑school (Spielgruppe, Prekinder, Kinder): CLP 450,000 registration fee plus mandatory insurance 1 CLP 98,000 — total registration charge CLP 548,000.
- Primary and Secondary (1º básico to IV medio): CLP 492,000 registration fee plus mandatory insurance 1 CLP 98,000 — total registration charge CLP 590,000.
- Optional additional insurance (Seguro 2) available for all levels: CLP 40,000.

Tuition (colegiaturas) — amounts and year groups

- Pre‑school (Spielgruppe, Prekinder, Kindergarten): CLP 513,000 (colegiatura for the 2026 period March–December).
- Primary & Secondary (1º básico to IV medio): CLP 548,500 (colegiatura for the 2026 period March–December).
- Centro General de Padres fee (charged per family): CLP 16,000 per month.
- Administrative charge for payments by bank transfer: CLP 2,500.
- Extracurricular instrument lessons (when applicable): CLP 17,300 per month, charged for nine months; this amount is added to the monthly billing for students who take individual instrument lessons.
- Extracurricular uniform patches (where applicable) are sold at CLP 5,000 each.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed for the academic period March to December; amounts shown are for that 2026 March–December billing cycle.
- Some extracurricular lessons are billed monthly over a specified number of months (for example, individual instrument lessons are billed monthly for nine months).
- A small administrative charge applies when paying by bank transfer (CLP 2,500).

Boarding / residential fees

- Boarding is not applicable; the Institute does not operate boarding/hostel services for students.

Other recurring or one‑off costs

- Monthly parent association fee (Cuota Centro General de Padres): CLP 16,000 per family, charged monthly.
- Mandatory insurance 1 charged at registration: CLP 98,000 (applies to the registration total).
- Optional insurance 2: CLP 40,000.
- Extracurricular individual instrument lessons: CLP 17,300 per month (nine months) when applicable.
- Extraprogramatic patches for uniforms: CLP 5,000 each.

Refunds and reimbursements (where applicable)

- Accident / medical insurance reimbursements: the school's accident insurance includes a reimbursement process; medical expenses covered by the policy are subject to the insurers rules and require submission of originals and forms for reimbursement (procedures and limits are defined in the insurance policy documents). Reimbursement procedures and limits (including conditions for presentation of invoices and time limits for claims) are defined in the policy documents for the school insurance.
- Refund related to the parent association benefit: the parent association has processes that can result in a reimbursement of the matriculation amount when applicable (for example, when a benefit is applied after the family has already paid).

Payment options

- Bank transfer to Banco Itaú (Instituto Alemán de Valdivia). Account details used for electronic transfers: RUT 81.414.100-4; Cuenta corriente No. 210547805 (payments and accounting correspondence: contabilidad@dsvaldivia.cl). An administrative charge applies for transfer payments.
- Online card payment via WebPay (accepts payment by credit/debit cards through the WebPay platform).

Notes:
- All amounts are expressed in Chilean Pesos (CLP) and reflect the published 2026 values (updated December 2025 for the listed concepts).

Curriculum

IB stands for International Baccalaureate and encompasses quality international education programs offered to a global community of schools. The organization that governs IB is the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), founded in 1968 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, which sets program content, trains teachers, provides standardized examinations, and regulates program procedures. Our Institute obtained official authorization to deliver the Diploma Programme of the bilingual International Baccalaureate in 2010, enabling us to offer an internationally recognized education program. The Diploma Programme is implemented within a unified curriculum framework. The IB philosophy aims to form socially responsible, informed, and knowledge-seeking young people who can contribute to a better and more peaceful world within mutual understanding and intercultural respect.

Exam Results

Since 2003, fifteen students took the Preliminary English Test (PET) with a 100% pass rate. In 2014 PET became mandatory for all II Medio students; since 2020 the option has been to offer only the Certificate in Advanced English CAE for IV Medio, which is voluntary. Our students have taken Cambridge English certification exams, with results presented on the school results page.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Comprehensive development through life-skills workshops. Practical sessions coordinated by the Governing Group focus on self-awareness, social harmony, and self-care. The end-of-year program emphasizes personal growth and well-being. These activities promote self-regulation, empathy, and positive interpersonal relationships across the school community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is taught as a third language. Instruction follows the national curriculum and English language assessment is guided by Cambridge English exams using the CEFR levels from A1 to C2. Students began learning English in 5th grade; in 2009 it was extended to 4th grade with two hours per week. The program covers listening, speaking, reading, and writing using texts provided by parents from SyM Dayton. Since 2021, English has been taught through team-teaching in 5th–8th grades, with the 11th grade joining this modality in 2024. Classes are divided into two groups for the four weekly English hours to personalize instruction and accelerate language acquisition.

Mental Wellbeing

Life-skills workshops support mental wellbeing. Practical sessions coordinated by the Governing Group focus on self-awareness, social harmony, and self-care, with emphasis on end-of-year activities. These experiences contribute to resilience and a positive school climate.

Safeguarding

Right of withdrawal for use of student images: legal guardians may submit the withdrawal form on this page. The withdrawal becomes effective within 10 working days from the date the form is submitted, after internal notifications. Revocation affects all photographs, videos, and audiovisual presentations of the student for the current school year and the following school year, including the summer break. If guardians wish to renew permission, they must come to the school to fill out and sign the renewal form in person at Administration. Renewal takes effect within 10 working days from the date the form is submitted.

Admissions

Vacancies offered: Prekinder – 5 slots; Kinder – 4 slots. Stages: The application comprises the following stages: 1. Registration: online from Monday, March 16 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, via the postulation form available at intranet.dsv.cl/postulacion-formulario/ on the institutional site www.dsvaldivia.cl. 2. Online: submission of videos via Google Classroom from Monday, March 23 to Sunday, March 29, 2026. 3. In-person: two afternoons of observation in the Preschool facilities, by invitation via email, between Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1. 4. Evaluation, pre-selection and selection: as detailed in points 4, 5 and 6 of this document. 5. Publication of results: April 6, 2026. 6. Enrollment period: April 6–8, 2026. If there is a waiting list, enrollments will take place between April 13 and 15, 2026. Requisitos de postulación: Prekinder: minimum age of 4 years completed as of March 31, 2026. Kinder: minimum age of 5 years completed as of March 31, 2026. Etapas de la convocatoria extraordinaria: 1. Inscripción: 1.1 The process begins with online registration via the form available between March 16 and March 22, 2026 at Form Postulation – Admisión Prekinder. 1.2 The registration fee is 53,000 pesos. 1.3 The registration must be paid by electronic transfer to the following bank details: Itaú, account 210547805, RUT 81.414.100-4. Message: guardian's name + postulante's name. 2. General admission criteria: 2. Online stage: Preliminary matters include that on March 23, 2026 the username and password will be sent to the email provided in the application to access Google Classroom; an institutional email account will be created for each applicant to access Google Classroom and submit the required videos between March 23 and March 29, 2026; the account will be assigned to the guardians and will be deleted after videos are loaded; the videos are used only for the extraordinary Prekinder and Kinder admission and will be deleted 30 days after enrollment. 2.2 Classroom: two videos must be uploaded to Google Classroom. Video 1: Presentation (up to 3 minutes) introducing the family and applicant and describing the context, routine, strengths, and reasons for choosing the Instituto Alemán de Valdivia. Video 2: Repetition of words (list provided by Classroom). Video 2 must be uploaded without edits and may not exceed 3 minutes. 3. In-person stage: two afternoons of observation in the Preschool, with observation by teachers, a special education teacher, and a psychologist; the activity runs on two consecutive days between March 31 and April 1, with details provided by email. 4. Final evaluation: videos are analyzed by the technical-pedagogical admission team. 5. Pre-selection: applicants achieving at least 70% of the total observation score are preselected. 6. Pre-selection (detailed): among those with at least 70%, priority is given to applicants with direct ties to the Instituto Alemán de Valdivia (e.g., sibling of a student, child of staff, native German speaker, former student with 10+ years, German national, or from a German-speaking country). If scores are equal, direct ties are given preference; remaining vacancies are filled from other applicants with at least 70%, in descending order of score. If a sibling with lower score is admitted, guardians sign a commitment to provide external supports; in case of remaining vacancies, the team may consider siblings of admitted students with lower scores under certain conditions. 7. Date and place of results: results communicated no later than April 6, 2026 via email and published in a list at Secretariat. 8. Enrollment period: April 6–April 8, 2026 at the Administration Secretariat. 9. Waitlist: applicants with at least 70% who are not selected join a waitlist ordered by score; if vacancies remain after enrollments, waitlisted applicants with higher scores are admitted in descending order. 10. Report: for applicants not admitted, a report on the observations can be requested via email. 11. Educational project: the Educational Project of the Instituto Alemán de Valdivia Carlos Anwandter, including mission, vision and principles, can be reviewed online.

Scholarships

Scholarships: scholarships are tuition rebates for students in economically disadvantaged situations with average grades and good conduct. Application window: December 1–12, 2016. Forms are available in the Administration Office (Angelika Korts) starting November 24, 2016 and must be submitted in person at the same office with supporting documents. Applications are evaluated for students who are actually enrolled and whose tuition is up to date.

Waitlist

Waitlist: applicants who achieve at least 70% on the evaluation and are not admitted will be placed on a waitlist, in descending order by the percentage of achievement. If vacancies become available after enrollments, waitlisted applicants with higher scores will be admitted first, in descending order.

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Colegio Alemán La Serena

Instructs in Spanish, German

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Colegio Alemán de La Serena is a German international school in Chile offering the German curriculum alongside the IB Diploma Programme. The academic year is organized into three cycles: the Initial Cycle for preschool and Kindergarten, Primer Ciclo from 1st to 6th grade, and Segundo Ciclo from 7th grade to the final year of secondary education. The school provides a German-language Sprachdiplom program with levels A2, B1 and C1, with corresponding assessments at various grade levels. An intercultural exchange program with Germany, coordinated by the Liga Chileno Alemana (DCB) and the VDA, enriches language use and global awareness. Founded in 1989, the institution promotes bicultural Chilean–German education and a Western Christian, humanist tradition emphasizing mutual respect, responsibility, honesty, and holistic development. Facilities include laboratories, libraries, computer rooms, a football field, and a gymnasium. It supports extensive clubs in science, arts, and language, alongside sports and wellbeing activities for students worldwide.

Location

Cuatro Esquinas Avenue no street number, La Serena, Chile

Stages

Early Childhood Education; Primary and lower secondary (Ciclo Inicial, Primer Ciclo, Segundo Ciclo) and upper secondary (IV Medio); International Baccalaureate program

Type

German international school (Deutsche Schule La Serena)

Country affiliation

Chile

Religious affiliation

Christian (Western humanist) perspective

Uniform Requirement

Official uniform is required from Kindergarten through IV Medio. Girls wear a black logo sweatshirt with sleeves in black, red and yellow, a yellow polo shirt, and black pants with the logo and yellow/red stripes (shorts allowed in summer); in summer, black shorts with the logo or shorts with red and yellow stripes are allowed. Boys wear a black logo sweatshirt with the same color sleeves, a yellow polo shirt, and black pants with the logo and yellow/red stripes (shorts allowed in summer). Casual clothes are allowed on non-uniform days. The uniform and personal belongings must be labeled with the student's name, surname and class; uniforms may be purchased from any supplier.

Food Options

The school provides a daily student menu through the school canteen (casino). The menu includes an entrée (consommé or salad), a main course (options include a standard, vegetarian or low-calorie dish), a dessert, and a juice or bottled water, with bread. Lunch tickets can be purchased daily, weekly, or monthly at the kiosk; the casino is operated by Peralta Tobar Ltda. Payments can be made in cash, by bank transfer, or by debit/credit card.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by the Corporación Colegio Alemán de Elqui, a non-profit corporation with about 30 members. The Board of Directors has eight members who meet monthly; the President is Christian Villarroel C., the Vice President is Pablo Zavala M., the Secretary is Jessica Díaz A., the Treasurer is Gerardo Findel W., and Directors include Cristian Morales L., Francisco Wittwer O., and María Ignacia Silva W. The Rector is Emilia Pimentel M. The corporation maintains an alliance with Inmobiliaria e Inversiones El Milagro S.A., of which it is a significant shareholder.

Application fees

- Postulation (application) fee: a non‑refundable application/arancel de postulación is charged per postulante; the amount is determined annually by the school and is retained in all cases.

- Initial entry charges (published amounts shown below are the school's listed values):
- CLP 966,000 — Cuota de incorporación (one‑off, per family).
- CLP 541,000 — Matrícula (one‑off enrollment fee).
These initial charges are shown as the school's stated one‑time incorporation/matriculation fees.

Tuition (annual) by year group — published annual arancel (school year shown with amounts as published)

- CLP 3,919,000 — Nivel Medio Mayor (Early childhood level; published arancel).
- CLP 3,919,000 — Prekinder (published arancel).
- CLP 4,329,000 — Kinder (published arancel).
- CLP 5,324,000 — Ciclo básico 1º–4º (published arancel).
- CLP 5,441,000 — Ciclo básico 5º–8º (published arancel).
- CLP 5,441,000 — Enseñanza media (7º básico a IV medio; published arancel).

Per‑term / per‑installment detail

- The school publishes annual arancel amounts (see list above). The school's enrollment contract requires payment of the annual colegiatura at the moment of contract signing in money (efectivo), although the corporate authority may authorize payment by documented monthly partialities; specific per‑term or standard installment amounts and standard due dates are not published as fixed schedules in the materials available. Any agreed installment plan must be documented in the contract.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard requirement: the annual colegiatura is payable at the time of signing the contract (in money), unless the Corporation authorizes documented monthly partial payments recorded in the contract.
- The school's Board may establish sibling discounts (rebajas) for families with two or more children; amounts and conditions are set periodically by the Board and communicated by the school.
- Postulation/application fees and admission costs are charged to the applicant and are non‑refundable.

Boarding / residence fees

- The Colegio Alemán de La Serena is operated as a day school; no boarding or student residence (internado) fees are listed in the school's public fee materials or institutional documents. There are no published boarding charges.

Other costs and recurring charges

- School supplies / materials: the school publishes detailed grade‑by‑grade listas de útiles (school supplies lists) that set out required items by level; these lists do not include prices — costs are paid by families through purchase in the open market. Examples of lists for 2026 are available per level (Kinder, Spielgruppe, 1º básico, etc.).

- Uniform: the school defines an official uniform and rules for its use; parents may purchase uniforms in the retail market of their choice (the Reglamento Interno specifies uniform items and the occasions when the uniform must be used but does not specify costs).

- Extracurricular / academies / selections: the school runs academies, selections and extracurricular activities that operate after the school day; participation and any associated costs are governed by the school's policies and may carry separate charges not listed in the general annual arancel.

- School meals / casino: the school operates a casino (canteen) and publishes menus/minutas for internal use; specific meal plans and prices are not published in the general fee schedule.

- Insurance: students are covered by the state school accidents insurance (Ley 16.744) as described by the school's insurance information; that coverage is part of the standard school environment provisions.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- Application fees: non‑refundable for any reason.

- Partial refund of annual escolaridad if parents transfer residence to another region: the protocol specifies a partial refund scale applied only in the case of parental relocation to another region, applied to the annual tuition that was already paid:
- 75% refund if the withdrawal occurs before the end of the first calendar trimester (January–March).
- 40% refund if the withdrawal occurs before the end of the second calendar trimester (April–June).
- 0% refund if the withdrawal occurs after those dates.

- Other refund situations and any pro‑rata or exceptional refunds are governed by the contract and the school's internal policies; the Board and the Corporation determine final refund conditions.

Fee payment options (documented in school materials)

- Payment in money at contract signing is the stated default; documented monthly partialities may be authorized by the Corporation and must be included in the signed contract. No standard public listing of accepted card, bank‑transfer or online payment providers is published in the school's general fee materials; such methods are not specified in the protocol and are subject to the terms recorded at contract.

Effective year of published figures and notes

- The aranceles and one‑off fees listed in this overview are the figures published by the school in its colegiatura/fees materials (the published page shows the values labelled as Arancel Escolar 2024). The school sets fees annually and updates amounts and payment procedures in its admission/matriculation documents; specific per‑term or standard installment schedules are not published as fixed amounts and must be detailed in the enrollment contract when an installment plan is authorized.

Curriculum

The Curriculum is organized into three cycles: Initial Cycle (Ciclo Inicial) with levels including preschool and Kindergarten; Primer Ciclo (First Cycle) from 1st to 6th grade; and Segundo Ciclo (Second Cycle) from 7th grade to 4th year of secondary education. Extracurricular activities support the school's Educational Objectives and are guided by general regulatory dispositions. The Academic Directorate plans, organizes, supervises, and evaluates curricular activities. The school offers a German-language Sprachdiplom program with three levels—A2, B1 and C1—and conducts the corresponding German-language assessments at various grade levels. The Intercambio program promotes intercultural competence through an exchange with Germany, coordinated by the Liga Chileno Alemana (DCB) and the VDA, enriching language use and global awareness.

Higher Education Progression

The Sprachdiplom levels include B1 for Studienkolleg and C1 for university studies in Germany. The EstudioS Superiores section provides a pathway via INSALCO for higher education opportunities.

Admissions

1. Postulation and eligibility. Admission postulation is open to all families. The ordinary admission process applies to Medio Mayor, PreKinder, and Kinder; extraordinary admission may be opened for other levels if vacancies exist. A seat is reserved for students with permanent special educational needs in the ordinary process, and extraordinary admission may be opened for students with special needs if vacancies exist. Applicants may apply to only one admission process (ordinary or extraordinary). The start and end dates of each process are announced, and applications are submitted online through the admission portal.

2. Documentation and fees. Attach the required documents: birth certificate; a photo for the student file; an educational report for Jardín, PreKinder, and Kinder; for entry to Básico and Enseñanza Media, proof of promotion from the previous year and the current year's report; for 2º Básico to IV Medio, proof of attendance at a school with an International Baccalaureate; for levels from a German or English program, a language certificate (German A1/A2/B1 or PET) if applicable. The documents must be complete and submitted by the deadlines. Incomplete documents will not be considered. The application is online and there is a postulation fee per applicant, which is non-refundable.

3. Admission testing. After postulation, admission tests are conducted. For 2º Básico to IV Medio, German tests are required unless a certificate demonstrates language proficiency. For 1º Básico, an Educational Test assesses reading, writing and arithmetic. For 2º Básico to IV Medio, tests cover Language and Mathematics according to the school's programs. Tests are administered under supervision by school staff; assistance such as dictionaries or calculators may be permitted by prior notice.

4. Observation day (Initial Cycle). Applicants for the Initial Cycle attend an Observation Day, lasting 1 hour 45 minutes, with two parts: an observation and an individual maturity evaluation. The day is conducted by school specialists. Medio Mayor and PreKinder are exempt from the attainment criteria. The observation assesses Autonomy, Coexistence, Identity, Language, Motor skills, and logical-mathematical reasoning.

5. Guardian interviews. Interviews with families are conducted via Zoom or another method designated by the school. The interviews occur after the observation and tests and provide a chance to discuss the student and family context.

6. Publication of admitted list. The list of admitted students is published and communicated to families by email. Publication dates are defined in the admissions calendar and may be modified.

7. Enrollment process (Matrícula). Following admission, enrollment information is provided. The Protocolo de Admisión y Matrícula outlines the general procedures and the charges for admission, enrollment and annual tuition. The Department of Admissions provides enrollment details, deadlines, and required documents. Enrollment is completed by submitting the required documents and paying the applicable fees.

Scholarships

Beca. The school operates a Scholarship Fund to support regular students whose socioeconomic situation is insufficient. Scholarships may cover up to 100% of the monthly tuition, with the board deciding the percentage for each student; the enrollment fee is not discounted. The number of scholarships granted depends on the school's finances. The Scholarship Fund is not available to children of staff. A commission reviews applications once a year in the second half of the year; results are communicated to each family by email. To access a scholarship, complete the Postulation Form with all required information and submit the mandatory documents. The commission may request additional information from the homeroom teacher. The commission may approve or reject any application, and the scholarship framework is reviewed annually by the Board.

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Colegio Alemán de Valparaíso

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.

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.

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.

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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German School of Concepcion

Instructs in Spanish, German

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees CLP 5,270,000

Type Co-educational

Colégio Alemán de Concepción is a German international school serving students aged 3 to 18. It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (GIB) alongside a German curriculum and a bespoke curriculum. The IB DP, taught since 2010, is delivered in Spanish, German and English, with Diploma students studying their mother tongue plus additional languages. The GIB core includes Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS, and the six groups are Studies in Language and Literature (Spanish), Acquisition of Languages (German and English), Individuals and Societies (History in German), Sciences (Biology in German), Mathematics and Arts. The campus includes laboratories, arts and music spaces, a library with an online catalog, a dining hall and first aid. Extracurriculars include CAS and leadership through the Centro de Alumnos and CEFI, plus ACLE arts and Musik Akademie. In 2022 the GIB programme was rated satisfactory by IB inspectors, with CAS and monograph activities.

Location

Camino El Venado 1075, San Pedro de la Paz, CP 4130870, Chile. The school is located in the San Pedro de la Paz commune.

Stages

Kindergarten; First Cycle of Elementary Education; Second Cycle of Elementary Education; Secondary Education.

Type

German international school.

School day structure

Basic and Secondary Education (grades 1 to 12) begin between 07:25 and 07:55; class blocks run as follows: 1st period 08:00–08:40; 2nd 08:40–09:25; recess 09:25–09:40; 3rd 09:40–10:25; 4th 10:25–11:10; recess 11:10–11:25; 5th 11:25–12:10; 6th 12:10–12:55; lunch 12:55–13:10; 7th 13:10–13:50; 8th 13:50–14:35; recess 14:35–14:45; 9th 14:45–15:25; 10th 15:25–16:05; recess 16:05–16:10; 11th 16:10–16:55; 12th 16:55–17:40. The public hours are 07:55–16:00, and on Wednesdays dismissal is at 13:50. Preschool hours: entry 07:45–08:00; recess 10:00–10:30; dismissal 13:00–13:15.

Bus service

Bus service is provided via a contracted transport provider. Routes: 1) Chiguayante / Villuco / Lonco / Pedro de Valdivia / Concepción (V. Lamas, Colo Colo, Los Carrera) / Colegio; 2) Campos Deportivos / Lomas San Sebastián / Lomas San Andrés / Huertos Familiares / Colegio; 3) Laguna Grande / Bayona / Andalué / El Venado / Colegio. Contact: Sr. Manuel Osorio Hurtado, Celular +56 9 96386692, manuelosoriohurtado@gmail.com.

Boarding Arrangements

The school provides bus transport through a contracted service with MOH. In December 2019 the school ended its contract with MOH; from 2022 a new agreement with the same provider facilitates direct or private transport in collaboration with guardians. Available routes: Recorrido 1: Chiguayante / Villuco / Lonco / Pedro de Valdivia / Concepción (V. Lamas, Colo Colo, Los Carrera) / Colegio; Recorrido 2: Campos Deportivos / Lomas San Sebastián / Lomas San Andrés / Huertos Familiares / Colegio; Recorrido 3: Laguna Grande / Bayona / Andalué / El Venado / Colegio.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is mandatory for students from 1st grade through 12th grade. For the preschool cycle (Spielgruppe – Prekindergarten – Kindergarten), no fixed uniform is required; children wear an apron or smock over their clothes. On days with physical education they wear gym attire and gym shoes.

Food Options

The school runs a lunch program via the DSC casino. Lunch prices are 4,500 Chilean pesos; 11 or more lunches cost 4,250. Lunches must be reserved in advance on the casino website; daily menus show three options marked V (Vegetarian), P (Main) and H (Hypocaloric). The lunch includes a daily salad, soup, dessert, and a beverage. Reservations close at 10:00 am; tickets are collected with the DSC credential at a totem outside the casino.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by the Board of Directors of the Corporación Colegio Alemán de Concepción. The Director leads and represents the school and is supported by the General Management and the People Management, who advise the Board to ensure continuity of the institutional educational project. The governance model is described as Redarquía, a networked, non-hierarchical structure.

Annual tuition (Arancel anual)
- CLP 5,270,000 per student for 2026. Payable in a maximum of 10 monthly installments of CLP 527,000 each, scheduled March–December, due on the 10th of each month. Late payments incur the penalties established in the school regulations.

Registration / enrollment fee (Matrícula)
- CLP 527,000 per student (matrícula for 2026). This amount is required within the enrollment period established by the school.

Application and admissions charges
- Admission/exam fee for Prekindergarten: CLP 35,000 (non-refundable; must be paid at the time of application).
- The school requires payment of a cuota de incorporación (admission/incorporation fee) and the matrícula at the time a new student is accepted; families are instructed to follow the admissions instructions for the timing of those payments.

Payment schedule and terms
- Standard schedule for annual tuition: up to 10 equal monthly installments (March through December), due on the 10th of each month. Payment after the due date is subject to the school's late-charge policy.
- A 5% discount is applied for a full annual payment made within the published early-payment deadline (the school set this deadline for 2026 as January 9, 2026). Specific dates for early-payment discounts are published annually.

Accepted payment methods and billing instructions
- FullCollege (Webpay) online payment platform.
- PAT (automatic charge to a credit card) by prior arrangement with the accounting contact indicated by the school (contact email provided by the school).
- Electronic bank transfer to the school's account (bank and account details published for transfers; transfers should include the recipient email/address specified by the school so the payment is recorded correctly). Example details published: Razón Social: Colegio Alemán de Concepción; RUT: 81.592.700-1; Banco Itaú; Cuenta Corriente: 202983013; include e-mail murrutia@dsc.cl as transfer notice.
- Payment by post-dated cheques is accepted under specified conditions (example for 2026: up to 10 cheques for March–December, delivered to Accounting by the deadline communicated by the school).

Boarding / residential provision
- Not applicable: the school operates as a day school and does not publish a boarding/internado program. Transportation options are offered but the school does not list boarding fees.

Other school charges and typical additional costs
- Warteklasse (post-class supervised care for pre‑school students, service between 13:15 and 14:00): CLP 450,000 annual (payable in 10 installments March–December when offered). Enrollment in the service generates the annual charge.
- Musikakademie / extracurricular music academy: published recent values include semester fees (example for years published: First semester (April–June) CLP 195,000; Second semester (August–November) CLP 260,000). Some workshop-level descriptions also reference per-month class fees (example: CLP 50,000 per month, per workshop, in earlier notices). Exact offerings and prices are published by the school for each year and for each instrument/workshop.
- School bus service: routes are coordinated with an external transport provider (MOH) and a minimum number of students per route may be required; bus service charges and contracting are handled through the transport provider or the school's published process (fees set by the provider or as agreed with the school). Specific route lists and contact details for the provider are published.
- Uniforms: uniform use is mandatory from 1° Básico through 4° Medio; the school publishes a uniform catalog and a separate sports-uniform specification (changes effective from a published year). Uniform purchase costs are set by the supplier(s) indicated in the school's uniform documentation.
- School cafeteria (casino), library items, educational materials and devices: charges may apply for cafeteria meals, replacement or non-return of library books/equipment (e.g., calculators, Kindle), specific course materials, and digital-devices where the school's digital program requires them. The school publishes lists of required materials (útiles) and device notes for each level. Example: the school has published documentation referencing iPad incorporation in the digital program for certain levels. These items are charged separately from tuition.
- Co-payments for specific activities and trips (pedagogical outings, international exchange programs) and associated insurance/airfare costs are charged separately; refund schedules for program withdrawals (exchange trips) are published with decreasing refund percentages the closer to departure a cancellation occurs. Example exchange‑program refund schedule and conditions are published in the school's informational materials.

Refunds, cancellations, and withdrawal billing
- Admission/exam fees that are explicitly published as non-refundable (for example, the Prekindergarten admission exam fee) are retained if stated as such.
- Withdrawal / cancellation of enrollment: when a family withdraws a student and the contract is terminated, the school stops charging the annual tuition for the months proportionally not provided; the school's enrollment and conduct regulations set the formal procedures and deadlines for withdrawal and any related billing adjustments. Program-specific activities (exchanges, travel packages) maintain their own refund schedules, which the school publishes for each program.

Common additional fees mentioned in school communications or regulations
- Admission exam fee (where applicable).
- Enrollment / matriculation fee due at acceptance.
- Warteklasse annual fee.
- Musikakademie / ACLE / extracurricular activity fees (semester or monthly charges per workshop).
- Bus/transport fees (contracted through provider).
- Cafeteria, materials, library replacement, device-related costs (as per published lists of útiles and device requirements).

Key contacts and billing notes (as published by the school)
- Online payments are processed via FullCollege (Webpay). PAT (card autodebit) is arranged through the school contact (email for PAT instructions published). For bank transfers include the recipient email indicated by the school so accounting can reconcile the payment. The school publishes specific contact emails for accounting and for transfer notification. Examples of contacts and account information are included in the school's payment instructions.

Curriculum

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), also called GIB (Gemischtsprachiges International Baccalaureate; Multilingual International Baccalaureate), is a rigorous and balanced educational program that addresses intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being and focuses on developing in students the skills to learn effectively for higher education. The DP has been implemented at the school since 2010 and is recognized by prestigious universities worldwide, which is why it is considered in university admissions. At Colegio Alemán de Concepción, the GIB is taught from the second year of upper secondary through May of the fourth year of upper secondary, the month in which students take the international examinations. In the school, all Diploma Programme students study both their mother tongue, Spanish, and German and English. One of the strengths of the IB Diploma Programme is that it encourages students to become independent learners.

Curriculum of the Diploma Programme: The curriculum is formed by the GIB core and six groups of subjects. The core comprises three components: Theory of Knowledge (TdC), The Extended Essay (Monografía), and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). The six groups are: Studies in Language and Literature (Spanish: Literature at DSC); Acquisition of Languages (German and English at DSC); Individuals and Societies (History in German at DSC); Sciences (Biology in German at DSC); Mathematics; Arts. The IB Diploma Programme commits to developing knowledge of concepts and cultures as expressed in other languages, and to teaching those languages. Through this, Theory of Knowledge (TdC) is closely linked to language acquisition. Studying additional languages encourages students to apply what they learn in TdC.

Higher Education Progression

The Diploma is recognized by prestigious universities worldwide and is considered in university admissions, enabling students to pursue study at leading universities around the world.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

DSC offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in a multilingual format (GIB). The GIB is a rigorous and balanced program that addresses students' intellectual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing and aims to develop their personal, social and ethical growth. All GIB Diploma students study Spanish as their mother tongue, together with German and English. The Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge (TdC), the Monograph, and Creatividad, Actividad y Servicio (CAS), to develop independent learning, intercultural understanding, creativity, physical activity and service to others.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Language Acquisition includes German and English at DSC; English is taught as part of the GIB language acquisition framework.

Mental Wellbeing

The GIB program addresses intellectual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing, supporting students' holistic development and ethical growth.

Safeguarding

Convivencia Escolar implements a Plan de Gestión de la Convivencia Escolar (PGCE) to promote healthy convivencia among the DSC community and to prevent violence.

Admissions

1. The school has two admission processes: Ordinary and Extraordinary. Ordinary admission is the main track for Spielgruppe and Prekindergarten and is conducted only if vacancies exist in Kindergarten through IV Medio; if vacancies arise after the Ordinary process, an Extraordinary admission is held, generally the month before the end of the school year.

2. General admission criteria use a scoring model with two components: the applicant's relation to German language and culture, and performance on the admission examination. Applicants must reach the minimum levels defined for their situation to be admitted. For Spielgruppe, the filing date on the online platform also influences prioritization.

3. Ordinary admission to Spielgruppe (Spielgruppe) proceeds with the following sequence: the school publishes the number of Spielgruppe vacancies at the start of the application period. Vacancies are filled according to the published criteria and scoring, including the 10 ranking factors listed (siblings in the school, children of alumni, German-speaking parent, active associates, etc.). Applicants must meet age and documentation requirements to proceed.

4. Requisitos de los postulantes (Spielgruppe) include age: 3 years old by December 31 of the previous calendar year. Documentation required comprises a Birth Certificate and completion of the online Postulation Form available on the school site during the process.

5. Entrevista individual: a family that will have a pupil at the school for the first time is invited to an interview. Attendance by at least one parent or a legal guardian is required. The interview covers developmental stages, parenting styles, and expectations of the school; the date/time is set by the school secretariat once all documents are submitted.

6. Resolución e información sobre los resultados del Proceso de Admisión a Spielgruppe: admissions decisions are based on vacancies, the family's connection to German language/culture, and online postulation date prelación. Accepted families receive an email with a deadline to sign the educational services contract and pay the enrollment fee for the next school year. If the child is not enrolled within that deadline, the family is deemed to have forfeited the seat and the vacancy becomes available.

7. Proceso de Admisión Ordinario para Prekinder: All students currently in Spielgruppe must apply to Prekindergarten and take the Prekindergarten Admission Exam; moving to Prekinder is not automatic.

8. Número de vacantes para Pre Kindergarten: The school will publish the number of Prekindergarten vacancies at the start of the application period.

9. Criterios de admisif3n a Pre Kinder: The admission criteria for Prekindergarten include the same weighting as Spielgruppe, with priority given according to the ranking that results from the sum of the exam score and the affiliation with the German language and culture. Vacancies are filled based on the ranking until they are exhausted.

10. Requisitos Postulantes (Prekindergarten): 4 years old by March 31 of the relevant school year.

11. Documentación a presentar (Prekindergarten): Birth Certificate and the Postulation Form completed online and submitted in paper, signed by both parents, with all required documentation within the schedule.

12. Entrevista individual (sólo para familias nuevas en el colegio) para Prekindergarten: An interview with new families is required as part of the process.

13. Sobre el exámen de admisión a Prekindergarten: The preschool admission standards align with current curricular bases. All Prekindergarten applicants participate in two observation days where they engage in games and activities that assess three developmental areas: Personal and Social Development, Comprehensive Communication, and Interaction/Understanding of the Environment. The language observation is given special consideration.

14. Calificación y resultados para Prekindergarten: The standards for the preschool cycle are complemented by the two observation days and the admission exam, with the final ranking combining exam results and language/culture affinity to determine admission. Accepted families are notified by email and must complete the enrollment steps within the stipulated timeframe.

15. If a family does not enroll within the deadline, the vacancy is considered available for other applicants.

Scholarships

DSC Motivationsstipendium: a Germany-study-and-work scholarship is offered, with up to three scholarships per year. It provides a restricted-transaction account for visa purposes, a monthly stipend of 400 euros for twelve months, visa guidance, and ongoing support in Germany. Eligibility includes having completed the GIB diploma and meeting other criteria such as social commitment and a motivation letter; obligations include meeting study requirements and, if possible, visiting the DSC during the scholarship period.

Fomento estudiantil: the school, via its collaboration with the Wilhelm von Humboldt Institute (LBI), offers two scholarship streams: Beca “Profesores Crean Futuro” and Beca Crédito Social. Requirements and details are published in the 2016 LBI Fomento Estudiantil program document.

Waitlist

If vacancies exist after the Ordinary admissions, an Extraordinary admission process is convened, typically in the month before the end of the school year, to fill remaining spots.

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