How to apply
How to apply

How to apply

We are delighted that you are considering Colegio Pedro de Valdivia Providencia for your child’s future. Here, learning and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.

 

Our admissions process is clear, personalised and responsive to the needs of every family, with dedicated support for international applicants. Our doors are always open, and our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

How to apply to Colegio Pedro de Valdivia Providencia

Start your child's journey with confidence. Complete your application and prepare for an exciting start.

  • 01

    Initial enquiry

    Enter your details in our online form to begin the admissions process quickly and easily.

  • 02

    Required documentation

    Our Admissions Team will be in touch to guide you through the documents needed to complete your application.

  • 03

    Schedule a school tour

    Visit the school in person and discover our educational approach, facilities and community first-hand.

  • 04

    Evaluation

    Take the next step after your visit with an admission assessment, helping us get to know each student better and support a smooth transition into the school.

  • 05

    Assessment results

    Receive the results by email within a maximum of five working days after the assessment. They will also be available from the Admissions Office.

  • 06

    Welcome to CPV Providencia

    Before the first day, families receive all the information needed to help students start the school year with confidence, including details about uniforms and schedules.

Francisca Faúndez

I know how important it is to choose the best school for your children. We want to support you throughout this process by answering your questions and providing clear information about our educational offering: bilingualism, academic excellence, skills for global success and holistic education, preparing students for a global world. We are here to guide you through this important step!

Francisca Faúndez, Admission Coordinator

CPV Providencia Partnerships

CPV Providencia partnerships strengthen the connection between the school and the community through alliances with institutions that facilitate access to our educational project, allowing more families to benefit from preferential conditions and become part of our high-level educational community.

Chilean Investigative Police (PDI)

As part of our collaboration agreement, families belonging to the Chilean Investigative Police (PDI) have access to preferential conditions within the admission process to our school.

Chilean Investigative Police (PDI)

Carabineros de Chile

Under our institutional agreement, families who are part of Carabineros de Chile may access special benefits during the admission process to our school.

Carabineros de Chile

Alumni

At our school, we deeply value those who have been part of our history. For this reason, the children of alumni receive a special benefit as a way of recognizing the trust and long-lasting connection maintained over time. This advantage facilitates their admission process and reinforces our commitment to continuing to support families who wish for a new generation to experience the same educational journey.

Alumni

Admissions FAQs

 Applicants must meet the age requirements established by current Ministry of Education regulations and take part in the school’s 2026 admissions process. Priority for available places is given in the following order:

  • Applicants with siblings already enrolled at the school
  • Children of former students or current members of staff
  • Former students returning due to a parent’s job relocation
  • Students transferring from other ISP schools

Families are asked to provide the following documents as part of the application process:

Assessment requirements vary according to the year group applied for.

For Playgroup, children are assessed in areas such as autonomy, socio-emotional development, expressive and receptive language, and thinking skills.

For Pre-K and Kindergarten, applicants are assessed in the same developmental areas, with additional activities in language, mathematics and English.

For Primary, Middle and Senior School, applicants complete assessments in language, mathematics and English. The syllabus is shared once the assessment date has been confirmed.

Our admissions policy follows clear priority criteria when allocating available places. Preference is given to applicants with siblings at the school, children of former students or staff members, former students returning because of a parent’s job relocation, and students transferring from other ISP schools.

As part of the process, applicants also complete an academic assessment. For Primary, Middle and Senior School, a minimum score of 60% in each assessment is required.

For Pre-K and Kindergarten, applicants sitting the assessment in the first semester must achieve 75%, while those applying in the second semester must achieve 90%.

Details of the fees for the 2026 admissions process, including tuition and any incorporation fee, can be found in the document Fees for New Students.

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Experience the personalised admissions process at Colegio Pedro de Valdivia Providencia, designed to support your family at every step. Get in touch today.

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