Prospectus



Colegio Altair, one of the leading international schools located in Lima, Peru, is proud to offer a modern and sophisticated curriculum that prepares students for a demanding and ever-changing world. As one of only six private schools in Peru with three of the four International Baccalaureate programs, we are committed to providing our students with a comprehensive and holistic education.
Colegio Altair is recognized for its holistic and humanistic educational model, where the student is at the center of everything we do. We believe in nurturing each student's individual talents, interests and aspirations, enabling them to reach their full potential. Our dedicated faculty and staff are passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters intellectual growth, personal development and character building.
At Altair, we respect and value the individuality of our students. Our dedicated faculty and staff are passionate about fostering a sense of belonging and providing personalized attention to each student. We believe that by recognizing and embracing their uniqueness, we can inspire them to become confident, compassionate and well-rounded.
Since 2017, Altair School has been a proud member of the Inspired group, a global educational network comprising more than 100 schools worldwide. This affiliation with Inspired not only grants us access to global experts in education, wellness and safety, but also enhances our commitment to excellence. Through this partnership, Altair School has gained valuable resources and expertise that contribute to our position as one of the top schools in the country.
As part of the Inspired group, our students have the unique opportunity to have enriching experiences, such as participating in summer camps and international exchanges. These experiences broaden their horizons, foster cultural understanding and create networks that benefit them. At Altair, we believe in the power of experiential learning, which allows our students to gain valuable life experiences beyond the classroom.
Colegio Altair is a distinguished institution that offers arts, sports and academic excellence as the three pillars of a first-rate education. Our commitment to personalized education, along with our membership in the Inspired group, ensures that our students receive a complete and exceptional educational experience.
We invite you to join our Altair School family, where we prioritize the well-being and success of each student. Our dedicated team is committed to providing an enriching and stimulating educational environment that equips students with the skills, knowledge and values necessary to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Colegio Altair was founded in 1995. It is a private, bilingual school that offers personalized, high-quality modern education that seeks to meet the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs of our students.
We are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization for three of its programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Program. We are members of the Latin American Heads Conference (LAHC) and the Association of Friends Private Schools (ADECOPA).
Among international school groups, ours stands out for being led by distinguished educators with extensive experience and knowledge of the key qualities of schools around the world, including those offering the International Baccalaureate and A-Levels.
Our student community is enriched by the multiculturalism of the families that comprise it which has a significant influence on the development of our students. 12% of the families come from different nationalities, representing North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
"We aim to develop individuals who enjoy the learning process, who are responsible, generous, and self-confident. Our goal is to enable them to achieve their aspirations and contribute to society with their abilities."
DEBRA GREGORY HEADMISTRESS
Access to the Inspired global group of over 100 premium schools providing unrivalled opportunities including exchanges and summer camps.
Guaranteed entrance into any Inspired boarding school for secondary education.
Specialist coaching and counselling for entrance into US and UK universities.
Personalized Education: We provide the most personalized education in the country, understanding that each of our students is unique and different, and maximizing their potential.
Continuum IB: One of the 6 schools in Peru with the Continuum of International Baccalaureate programs that allows our students access to the best national and international universities.
Outstanding Extracurricular Activities Program: An extensive programme of extra-curricular activities that allow our students to explore and further develop their academic, artistic, and cultural talents.
Access to Inspired’s premium schools across 23 countries, spanning five continents providing unrivalled global opportunities, including exchanges and summer camps.
Students from St. Matthew School, uniquely benefit from meaningful global connectivity with over 100 Inspired premium schools, across 23 countries, spanning five continents. From extraordinary curriculum collaborations to global student leadership networks, partnerships and exchanges, teachers and students alike in Bogotá will join one of the largest professional learning communities in the world, the likes of which has not been seen in the region before. Students will enjoy the opportunity to participate in the
Inspired Global Summer Camps programme, staying at some of Europe’s top boarding schools and taking part in programmes delivered by worldclass partners. The camps are a wonderful opportunity to travel, meet peers from other countries and get involved with inspiring activities, from sports and fashion to learning a language. For students wanting to experience life in another school, our Inspired Exchange Programme is available for stays from four weeks to a year. Every exchange offers a unique opportunity to explore new places, improve language skills, make new friends and experience new cultures. Exchanges are available in Spain, UK, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, South Africa and New Zealand.
Students are guaranteed a place at any of Inspired’s premium boarding schools around the world for their secondary education.
By choosing to study St. Matthew School students are guaranteed a place at any of Inspired’s premium boarding schools around the world, if they choose to pursue their secondary studies outside of The Bahamas. Our boarding schools offer a transformative experience that promises round- the-clock education and exciting weekend enrichment activities.
With access to Inspired’s specialist counselling, over 90% of graduates go on to their first-choice university.
One in three Inspired graduates attends Russell Group and Ivy League universities – some of the most prestigious universities in the world. King’s College School, The Bahamas students will access Inspired’s specialist counselling for top US and UK universities –provided by Arete Educational Consulting, a full-service tutoring and educational consulting company who help students to gain admission to an Ivy League university by providing coaching and counselling.
We provide the most personalized education in the country, understanding that each of our students is unique and di erent, and maximizing their potential.
Our dedication to personalized education means that we don't simply educate; we inspire. We inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love for learning. We empower students to pursue their passions and explore their interests. We equip them with the tools and knowledge they need not only to succeed academically but also to flourish as well-rounded, confident, and compassionate individuals.
At Colegio Altair, we take immense pride in o ering a comprehensive and seamless continuum of International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes. Our commitment to education extends beyond individual stages, as we provide a holistic journey that encompasses the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and culminates in the prestigious IB Diploma. The Continuum IB programme streamlines the transition from one stage to another, ensuring a smooth progression for students. The familiarity of the IB framework and philosophy remains constant, allowing students to adapt more seamlessly to new academic challenges and expectations.
At Colegio Altair, we o er an extensive range of clubs, after-school lessons, and co-curricular classes that lay the perfect groundwork for a complete education. Through House team events and co-curricular sessions, our students have the opportunity to express their uniqueness, socialize with their peers, and hone their skills, unlocking a multitude of possibilities. As a distinguished institution fostering the development of future sports, academic, and creative talents, Colegio Altair empowers your child to explore fresh interests and embark on their journey to achieve their aspirations.
Inspired is the world’s leading and most innovative education group, with over 100 premium private schools spanning 5 continents.
Inspired provides proven excellence in premium education to over 70,000 students worldwide from 1 to 18 years of age. Inspired students benefit from a unique global connectivity of premium schools that are anchored in their local communities. The individuality of every student is unlocked through a holistic curriculum focused on the three pillars – Academic Excellence, Sport and the Creative & Performing Arts – ensuring every student achieves their full potential. Through this global approach, we aim to inspire and prepare students to be global citizens – ready to seize their exciting futures and truly flourish, with the confidence and attitude needed to thrive in their ever-changing world.
“Inspired’s forward-thinking approach gives our students the supportive framework they need to learn well, explore widely, develop resilience, foster curiosity, and form lifelong connections.”
NICHOLAS WERGAN GLOBAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR, INSPIRED EDUCATION
Inspired schools are among the highest performing in the world, most are nonselective and are proud to add considerable value to every student. Schools regularly rank highly in league tables across the world. Most importantly, Inspired students not only attain outstanding academic results, but they graduate to some of the best universities and careers in the world
The exciting combination of Inspired’s global standings and the Colegio Altair group’s 50-year history of academic excellence, enables students to consistently graduate with exceptional results, with over 90% going on to their first-choice university.
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Our approach is defined by supportive academic excellence and the exploration of life skills to develop students’ self-confidence and self assurance. We do this by focusing on the individual and offering a broad curriculum based on Inspired’s three pillars. Academics is at the centre of our approach but is also complemented equally by Performing & Creative Arts and Sport. This rich curriculum ensures that every student can discover their passions and develop their skills, culminating in confident, thoughtful and knowledgeable young people.
Central to all of our schools, our core of academia teaches our students critical and lateral thinking to inform the understanding and application of a wide variety of disciplines. Colegio Altair academic programme will ensure students achieve their best in public examinations at Year 11, 12 and 13 to provide them with the best opportunities for their future.
The arts help to instill confidence and self-assurance within our students, and helps nurture and develop their interests for life. This confidence is derived from performance, the appreciation of the arts as fundamental to the human experience, and a creative approach to all that our students do.
From drama lessons and public speaking, to instrumental music lessons and the visual arts, Colegio Altair students get to experience it all as part of the core curriculum. It is no surprise that Colegio Altair students excel in areas such as debating, Model United Nations and arts performances that enrich the life of the school and the wider community.
Inspired’s sporting pillar stands for health and wellbeing, fun, motivation, self-discipline and self-esteem. Whether involving students in team sports or introducing them to individual pursuits, we aim to provide an athletics programme to suit every student. Colegio Altair students can get involved in a broad range of sporting pursuits including football, basketball, cricket, swimming and tennis. As a global school’s group, we offer an unrivalled range of opportunities for competitive sport and encourage our students by celebrating success and promoting a growth mindset in every child.
While some students in each school go on to achieve national and international honours, all students benefit from the fitness, enjoyment and a life-long interest that sport can provide. The physical exercise involved also contributes to the mental alertness necessary for successful study.
Throughout its nearly 28 years of history, Colegio Altair has been recognized for its academic excellence. We have earned a reputation through our more than 1500 graduates, who are highly sought by the top universities in the world. We develop a passion for learning and discipline in our students from their early years at the school, all the way to our seniors in 12th grade. To do this we work with the University of Cambridge and their internationally recognized program.
This educational approach has resulted in 95% of our students being admitted to their university of choice. Notably, our students have gained admission to prestigious national universities and top ranked colleges and institutions around the world in different fields.
The families of our students affirm that our institution is the ideal place for their children to develop their academic skills in an environment in which they are taught that excellence is the way to achieve all their goals, in an environment, in which they are taught that they must put their skills and talents at the service of their community.
Colegio Altair students also have guaranteed access to study at any one of Inspired fantastic premium boarding schools around the world thanks to the Inspired Global Exchange Programme.
Colegio Altair students can stay at one of our boarding schools in Europe, Asia or Africa from 4 weeks to up to a year. We hold your place open in Colegio Altair, so you don’t need to worry about what happens when your child returns home.
Every exchange offers a unique opportunity to explore new places, improve language skills,
make new friends and experience new cultures. All Inspired boarding schools ensure a premium experience and deliver on rigorous boarding standards. Students enjoy building deeper friendships and learn to be more independent, with the support of specialist boarding staff.
Students can choose to stay in one of our boarding schools across the world, or in a Homestay setup. Exchanges are available in Spain, the UK, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium South Africa, New Zealand and Vietnam. No matter where they choose, there is an exciting adventure awaiting them.
Our summer camps give students the chance to stay at some of the world’s top boarding schools and take part in programmes and adventures delivered by world-class partners. Inspired Camps are an opportunity to travel, meet peers from other countries and get involved with inspiring activities, learning new skills that will stay with them forever.
We offer a broad range of programme options – from sports and fashion to learning a language – designed to nurture current interests and build new ones, leaving every student with enriching memories.
Through personalized and high-quality education, we seek to meet the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs of our students.
We are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization for three of its programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Program. We are members of the Latin American Heads Conference (LAHC) and the Association of Friends Private Schools (ADECOPA).
Among international school groups, ours stands out for being led by distinguished educators with extensive experience and knowledge of the key qualities of schools around the world, including those offering the International Baccalaureate and A-Levels.
At Altair, we take pride in our curriculum approach that places a strong emphasis on personalized education. We understand that each student is unique, and our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to cater to their individual needs.
Our blended curriculum goes beyond traditional methods, incorporating a diverse range of resources and technologies that enrich the learning experience. It seamlessly integrates online and offline components, allowing students to access educational materials, engage in interactive activities, and collaborate with their peers both in the classroom and in virtual spaces.
As part of the global Inspired network of schools, our curriculum benefits from the best practices and expertise of international educational leaders. This approach ensures that we stay at the forefront of educational innovation, continuously evolving to meet the changing demands of the modern world.
At Altair, our blended curriculum is a catalyst for holistic development, empowering students to become confident, adaptable, and compassionate individuals. Through a harmonious blend of personalized education, diverse extracurricular activities, and global insights, we prepare our students to excel academically and embrace a future full of possibilities.