Colegio Uirapuru

Founded 35 years ago, the school focuses on integral education, aiming to support students from early childhood through the end of high school. It emphasizes a balance between academic excellence and affective development, encouraging students to become autonomous and curious learners. The institution values continuous teacher training and maintains a modern, welcoming environment designed to foster student development.

The school provides a structured curriculum across several segments: Uirapuru Bebê (nursery), Educação Infantil, Fundamental I, Fundamental II, and Ensino Médio. It features a curricular bilingual program (USchool) and offers a High School pathway. The academic program is supported by specialized teachers and a focus on continuous assessment, including Cambridge English certification for students in the 8th grade.

The school reports consistent academic results, with students achieving over 110 university admissions in 2026. Students also participate in prestigious international events, such as the Harvard College World Schools Invitational, and the school serves as a Cambridge English Preparation Centre, offering international certification exams.

The school provides information for new students through its website, including details on the enrollment process and a diagnostic test. Prospective families are encouraged to schedule a visit to learn more about the school's history, facilities, and pedagogical approach.

The school provides downloadable academic calendars for all segments, ranging from the nursery (Uirapuru Bebê) to the final year of high school. These calendars include key dates such as the start and end of classes, parent meetings, study trips, exam periods, and holidays.

The 25,000 m² campus consists of four building complexes located in Sorocaba. Facilities include a sports complex with a society football field, covered and sand courts, a heated semi-Olympic swimming pool, and a gymnasium. The campus also features an auditorium with 250 seats, a 2,000 m² native forest area (Espaço Eco), libraries, maker spaces, laboratories, art studios, and dedicated areas for the nursery and early childhood education.

The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports such as basketball, football, handball, jazz, swimming, volleyball, taekwondo, and chess. Creative and technical options include robotics, game design, maker activities, music, band practice, theater, dubbing, painting, and modeling. Additionally, students can participate in a debate society and an Olympic committee.