
Colegio Intisana
Catholic, Founded 1969
Updated July 2026
Languages
Colegio Intisana is an international school with over 57 years of experience, offering a comprehensive 360° educational project for students. It focuses on academic excellence, multilingualism, and the holistic development of human beings through a blend of modern infrastructure and traditional values.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school provides a Catholic-based education centered on the formation of virtues and the development of the whole person. It promotes a "360° education" model that emphasizes autonomy, scientific inquiry, and collaborative work to prepare students for life. The institution is guided by the principles of Opus Dei.
Programmes
The academic programme is built on multilingualism—incorporating English, Italian, and French—alongside inquiry-based learning and scientific experimentation. The curriculum spans from preschool through secondary education, integrating arts, music, and high-performance sports. The school also facilitates international exposure through foreign faculty, international festivities, and cultural exchange programmes.
Outcomes
More than 30% of the school's graduates pursue higher education abroad with institutional support. The school maintains an active alumni network and operates the Intisana Business School as part of its commitment to long-term educational development.
Student support
Learning support
The school emphasizes an emotional development programme that focuses on socialization, leadership, empathy, and the cultivation of soft skills. This is integrated into the broader educational experience to support the holistic growth of each student.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through an inquiry process, inviting prospective families to contact the director to discuss their children's educational needs. The application process covers entry points from 1st Grade through 6th Course. Interested families can submit information requests directly through the school's digital portal.
Calendar
The school operates on a calendar spanning from September through July, with monthly activities and administrative periods scheduled throughout the year. Specific academic and extracurricular events are managed through the school's internal digital systems.
About the campus
The campus spans 4 hectares (40,000 square meters) of modern and natural space designed to support an integral education. Facilities include advanced laboratories for scientific experimentation and inquiry, a sports medical center, and dedicated areas for arts and music. The school also maintains a central library and digital resources to support student learning.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and music programmes. Students have access to specialized training, such as seven years of instruction in a musical instrument, as well as opportunities for physical expression and artistic development. Cultural tours are organized to various international destinations, including cities in Europe and the United States.
Adrian MäderDirector General
Alex QuelalVicerrector Académico
Diego AstudilloVicerrector de Formación
Orlando SantillánSecretario General
Miguel GalarzaDirector de Primaria
Rodrigo RomeroDirector de Secundaria- Stanislav NachevEquipo de Primaria
- Álvaro LópezEquipo de Primaria
- Jairo CastroEquipo de Secundaria
- Martín MüllerEquipo de Secundaria
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