

Colegio Patrocinio San José
Christian, Founded 1958
Updated July 2026
Colegio Patrocinio San José is a single-stream, state-subsidized (concertado) school in Valladolid offering integral, Christian-based education from the first cycle of Infant Education through to the end of Secondary Education (ESO). It is recognized for its personalized attention, high academic standards, and close-knit family environment.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Founded in 1958, the school is a Christian, social-initiative center guided by the pedagogy of its founder, Victorine Le Dieu. Its mission is to provide an integral education that synthesizes faith, culture, and life, fostering students who are free, responsible, critical, and tolerant. The school emphasizes values such as honesty, creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Programmes
The school provides education from 1st cycle of Infant Education through 4th year of ESO. The academic offering includes a bilingual section and focuses on active methodologies, cooperative learning, and innovation. Additionally, the school offers support services such as 'Madrugadores' (early morning care) and an 'Espera a Hermanos' program to assist with family-work reconciliation.
Student support
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through both an ordinary process and an exceptional procedure for specific circumstances such as relocation, disability, or adoption. Prospective families can request individualized visits by contacting the school directly. Detailed information regarding vacancies, application deadlines, and required documentation is provided through the school's secretariat and the regional education authority.
Calendar
The academic calendar is established annually by the Consejería de Educación of the Junta de Castilla y León. It typically spans from early September to late June, encompassing all holidays and key academic dates as defined by regional regulations. Families can access the official calendar for the current and upcoming academic years through the school's website or the regional education portal.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features bright, spacious facilities with dedicated areas for each educational stage, equipped with advanced technologies such as digital whiteboards and large screens. Specialized learning spaces include a technology classroom, an informatics lab, and a library. Sports and auxiliary facilities consist of a fully equipped covered sports hall, outdoor courts, a playground for younger students, a dining hall, an assembly hall, and a chapel.






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