Escola Santo Tomas de Aquino

The school follows a humanistic educational approach that balances academic excellence with integral formation, grounded in Christian values of solidarity and respect. It prioritizes the development of critical, autonomous, and ethical citizens, emphasizing the partnership between family and school as a fundamental element of the student's growth. The institution focuses on preparing students for their future life projects, encouraging them to become agents of social transformation.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum spanning from Early Childhood Education (Educação Infantil) to High School (Ensino Médio). The academic program includes a bilingual initiative, robotics and programming, and follows the guidelines of the New High School (Novo Ensino Médio) with a common core and elective tracks in languages, mathematics, natural sciences, and human sciences. An optional full-time program (Educação Integral) is available, focusing on expressive language, movement, and academic support.

The school emphasizes the development of socioemotional skills, utilizing a program developed by Rossandro Klinjey to support student well-being. Additionally, the school provides an integrated education program that includes daily homework support, ensuring students receive academic assistance within a structured environment.

The school conducts an admission process that includes a comprehensive test for prospective students. Performance on this assessment allows students to compete for special conditions for enrollment. Interested families can initiate the process through the school's website or by contacting the admissions department directly.

The campus, located in the São Bento neighborhood of Belo Horizonte, features a variety of specialized learning and social spaces. These include an auditorium (Espaço Cultural Maria Sylvia Castro Alvim), a library, a laboratory for natural sciences, and a maker space. Sports and recreational facilities include multi-sport courts, playgrounds, a nursery, and a 'Faz de Conta' space, alongside technology-integrated classrooms equipped with Google for Education tools.