

Colegio Santa Maria Marianistas
Catholic
Updated July 2026
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Colegio Santa María Marianistas is a leading Catholic school in Lima, Peru, dedicated to the integral formation of boys from 5th grade of primary to 5th year of secondary. It combines academic excellence with a strong Christian faith foundation and a commitment to social service.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is a Catholic Marianist institution that centers its educational approach on the person, guided by the spirit of family and devotion to the Virgin Mary. Its mission is to form integral, competent leaders who are committed to a more just, solidary, and inclusive society. The philosophy emphasizes the 'three languages' of education: the head (thinking), the heart (feeling), and the hands (doing), all in harmony.
Programmes
The school offers a curriculum focused on integral education, covering academic, emotional, and social development. It emphasizes the Marianist charism, integrating pedagogical and pastoral elements to foster faith, service, justice, and peace. The academic programme is designed to promote intellectual and moral autonomy, preparing students to be global citizens capable of addressing local and global challenges.
Outcomes
The school aims to form integral leaders who are competent, autonomous, and committed to the common good. Graduates are expected to be global citizens who are socially responsible, empathetic, and capable of solving problems while upholding Christian values. The institution celebrates student achievements in academic, athletic, and social spheres as evidence of its successful formation.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides specific considerations for students with special needs during the admission process. Families are required to submit relevant documentation, such as certificates or resolutions from CONADIS or medical reports from authorized health establishments, to support the application.
Tuition & fees
This school publishes fees only on request — contact admissions for a current schedule.
Admissions
The school admits boys from 5th grade of primary through 5th year of secondary. The admission process involves the submission of academic records, proof of good behavior, and a certificate of no debt from the previous school, followed by entrance evaluations and family interviews. Specific requirements apply for re-enrolling students, external applicants, and those transferring from abroad.
Calendar
The school operates on a calendar that includes academic terms, liturgical events, and various student activities. Notable events include general parent meetings, international university fairs, and Cambridge English language assessments. The school is closed on weekends.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus, located in Surco, Lima, features 51 distinct environments designed to support the school's educational mission. Facilities include a coliseum for large gatherings and sports, as well as specialized spaces for academic and extracurricular activities, such as the 'Hangar SM'. The school also maintains a library and various equipped learning spaces.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a wide range of sports and competitive activities, including football, basketball, swimming, surfing, and hockey. The school also hosts events such as the 'Retos Marianistas' (Marianist Challenges) during vocational weeks to foster creativity and teamwork. Additionally, students engage in social service projects and community-building experiences.

Carlos E. MontalvánDirector GeneralCarlos E. Montalván serves as the Director General of Colegio Santa María Marianistas. He emphasizes the school's commitment to a project backed by over two hundred years of Marianist pedagogical tradition and over eighty years of presence in Peru.
Milagros BazánDirectora PedagógicaMilagros Bazán is the Directora Pedagógica. She focuses on forming integral individuals through quality education in a climate of dialogue, closeness, and family spirit, viewing education as an evangelizing mission.
Rodolfo VillalobosDirector de PastoralRodolfo Villalobos is the Director de Pastoral. He reflects on his growth within the Santa María Marianistas community, emphasizing the importance of honesty, solidarity, and responsibility in the educational journey.
Victor CiqueroDirector de FormaciónVictor Ciquero serves as the Director de Formación. He highlights the institution's commitment to the integral formation of students, encompassing academic, emotional, social, and personal development.