
Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius)
Founded 1982
Updated July 2026
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Colégio Anchieta is a traditional educational institution in Salvador with over 45 years of history, offering a comprehensive curriculum from early childhood through high school. It combines academic excellence with humanistic values and global perspectives, including Cambridge International School certification.
Teaching approach
The school is guided by ethical and political values including love, solidarity, honesty, autonomy, freedom, and respect. It aims to form citizens who are committed to the planet and humanity, emphasizing a complete education that extends beyond the classroom. The pedagogical approach focuses on the development of the student as a whole, integrating cognitive, affective, and psychomotor growth.
Programmes
The school offers a full range of education from early childhood (G2-G5) to high school (Ensino Médio). The curriculum includes the Ensino Fundamental (Anos Iniciais and Anos Finais) and a specialized 3rd-year high school program with intensive pre-university preparation. The school is a Cambridge International School, integrating bilingual education and global perspectives into its daily routine.
Outcomes
The school reports a long history of academic excellence, with high approval rates in university entrance exams (vestibulares) across Brazil. Students are prepared for both national and international challenges, with the institution focusing on developing critical thinking, autonomy, and a global perspective. Graduates are noted for their strong personal and intellectual formation, often continuing their education at top-tier universities.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a pedagogical structure organized by departments, supported by educational counselors (SOE) and pedagogical supervisors. These professionals work closely with teachers to refine pedagogical strategies and provide continuous education through the Anchieta Study Center (CEA). The school also emphasizes socioemotional development, encouraging students to understand their emotions and build healthy relationships.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) offer?
- Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) offers IGCSE, Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary and IB Diploma.
- Is Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) a day or boarding school?
- Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) is a day school.
- What accreditations does Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) hold?
- Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) holds accreditations including Cambridge International.
- Is Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) co-educational?
- Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) is a co-ed school.
- Where is Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) located?
- Colegio Anchieta (ANCHIETINHA - Aquarius) is an international school in Salvador, Brazil.
Tuition & fees
This school publishes fees only on request — contact admissions for a current schedule.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through a structured process that includes guided tours and direct contact with the school's pedagogical team. Prospective families are encouraged to schedule visits to learn about the school's educational proposal and enrollment requirements. The institution maintains close communication with families throughout the enrollment journey.
Calendar
The school provides detailed academic calendars for each of its four units (Pituba, Aquarius, Bela Vista, and Patamares). These calendars are segmented by grade level, ranging from early childhood education (G2 to G5) through the final years of high school (3ª Série). Additionally, the school schedules specific dates for academic simulations and assessments.
Facilities
About the campus
The school operates across four units in Salvador, each equipped with modern infrastructure. Facilities include climate-controlled classrooms with multimedia resources, science, physics, chemistry, and technology laboratories, libraries, and specialized rooms for art and music. Sports infrastructure features semi-olympic or climate-controlled swimming pools, gymnasiums, sports courts, and expansive green areas, alongside amenities such as refectories, theaters, and makerspaces.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and cultural programs. Students participate in games, gincanas, olympiads, and inter-school competitions, which are designed to foster emotional balance, teamwork, and social skills. Other offerings include a school choir, language studies (English and German), and specialized programs like robotics and Culture Maker activities.



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