Villa Maria La Planicie
Catholic
Updated July 2026
IB Diploma
Colegio Villa María is a private Catholic school for girls located in La Molina, Lima, with over 100 years of history. It provides a differentiated curriculum that emphasizes English immersion, STEAM education, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
Colegio Villa María is a private Catholic institution dedicated to forming autonomous, empowered women leaders who contribute to a sustainable, solidary, and peaceful world. The educational approach integrates academic excellence with spiritual formation, guided by a humanistic-Christian and Christocentric perspective.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive educational path from Initial through Secondary levels, culminating in the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum includes core subjects such as Language and Literature, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Religious Education, and Physical Education. The IB Diploma Programme features core components including Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS).
Outcomes
The school reports high academic achievement, including student placements in national and international universities, participation in international fairs, and success in SAT examinations. Graduates are prepared through high-impact presentations, academic writing, and Cambridge English certifications.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains an Area for Diverse Educational Needs (ANED) that works in conjunction with the psychopedagogical department. This team provides support for students requiring inclusive access arrangements, including those necessary for external IB assessments.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Villa Maria La Planicie offer?
- Villa Maria La Planicie offers IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Villa Maria La Planicie?
- Annual tuition at Villa Maria La Planicie is PEN 28.5K–PEN 31.4K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does Villa Maria La Planicie hold?
- Villa Maria La Planicie holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Villa Maria La Planicie co-educational?
- Villa Maria La Planicie is a girls school.
- Where is Villa Maria La Planicie located?
- Villa Maria La Planicie is an international school in Lima, Peru.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Kinder | 4–4 | PEN 28.5K |
| Kinder | 5–5 | PEN 28.5K |
| P1 | 6–6 | PEN 28.5K |
| P2 | 7–7 | PEN 28.5K |
| P3 | 8–8 | PEN 28.5K |
| P4 | 9–9 | PEN 28.5K |
| P5 | 10–10 | PEN 31.4K |
| P6 | 11–11 | PEN 31.4K |
| S1 | 12–12 | PEN 31.4K |
| S2 | 13–13 | PEN 31.4K |
| S3 | 14–14 | PEN 31.4K |
| S4 | 15–15 | PEN 31.4K |
| S5 | 16–16 | PEN 31.4K |
Other fees(3)
| Enrolment fee· Matrícula para PK a P4 (equivalent to one monthly payment, included in the 11 total annual payments) | PEN 2.6K |
|---|---|
| Enrolment fee· Matrícula para P5 a S5 (equivalent to one monthly payment, included in the 11 total annual payments) | PEN 2.9K |
| Registration fee· Cuota de ingreso (one-time admission fee) in USD. Varies by grade and family relation (sin relación / con relación). Pre Kinder: $8,930 / $7,230; Kinder: $8,245 / $6,680; P1: $7,560 / $6,120; P2: $6,870 / $5,570; P3: $6,190 / $5,010; P4: $5,495 / $4,450; P5: $4,810 / $3,900; P6: $4,130 / $3,345; S1: $3,435 / $2,780; S2: $2,755 / $2,230; S3: $2,070 / $1,680; S4: $1,380 / $1,120; S5: N/A / $560. | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: Varies
Admissions
The admissions process requires an online pre-registration followed by access to a dedicated portal to complete applicant and family information. Applicants must pay a non-refundable admission fee and participate in an interview with the Admissions Committee, which requires the attendance of both parents. The school provides specific contact channels for inquiries regarding the Initial, Primary, and Secondary levels.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is located in La Planicie, La Molina, and features modern facilities including air-conditioned classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and a library. The grounds provide extensive green areas and sports facilities, supported by advanced educational technology. Additional services on-site include a cafeteria, nursing, and a psychopedagogical department.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of extracurricular workshops at no additional cost, including sports, instrumental music, theatre in English, dance, audiovisual creation, choir, and French. Students are also encouraged to participate in academic activities such as Model United Nations debates.