Unidad Educativa Paul Dirac

The school is committed to forming individuals for the present and future world through innovative methodologies and a global focus. Its core values include diversity, innovation, environmental care, excellence, and commitment. The institution aims to lead in education by fostering critical thinking and a positive attitude toward environmental improvement.

The school offers a complete educational pathway from Initial 1 (starting at age 3) through to 3rd year of Bachillerato. It is an authorized IB World School, integrating the International Baccalaureate curriculum alongside national requirements. The academic programme covers core subjects including mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, language and literature, business management, and social studies, complemented by specialized instruction in film, music, arts, and digital skills. IB-specific components such as Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (Monografía), and CAS are integral to the secondary curriculum.

The school maintains a Department of Counseling (DECE) and a Sana Convivencia (Healthy Coexistence) department to support student well-being. These departments are involved in the admissions process for older students and provide ongoing support for the school community. Additionally, the school employs staff dedicated to student health and counseling.

The admissions process requires prospective families to complete an online form to schedule an appointment. Applicants must provide documentation including student and parent identification, vaccination records, medical/dental/visual/auditory certificates, and previous academic records. Students applying for Años Intermedios (8th-10th grade) and Secundaria (1st-3rd year of Bachillerato) must also participate in an interview with the school's counseling department (DECE) and academic coordination.

The academic year typically begins in early September, with inauguration ceremonies held for different grade levels. The school calendar includes periodic events such as parent meetings, open houses, and sports championships. Specific dates for the 2025-2026 academic year are scheduled throughout the year, with events like the 'A Library of Knowledge' open house occurring in April.

The campus in Quitumbe, south Quito, features modern infrastructure organized into several buildings, including the Leonardo Da Vinci, Montessori, Malala Yousafzai, Martin Luther King, and Manuela Sáenz blocks. Facilities include over 100 classrooms, a large auditorium, a library with over 2,000 volumes, and specialized laboratories for chemistry, physics, English, and computing. Sports facilities comprise soccer fields, a track, and courts for basketball and volleyball, alongside dedicated studios for music, arts, and film production.

The school emphasizes a holistic approach through various co-curricular activities, including sports such as soccer, basketball, and volleyball, as well as chess and table tennis. Students engage in creative and service-oriented projects, including the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programme. Additionally, the school offers specialized training in music, arts, and film, and hosts events like sports championships and health-focused cycling activities.