Recognising each individual
Every student is unique, with their own pace and challenges. We foster an environment of trust and respect, with attentive listening that meets each student’s needs so they get the best opportunities to learn and grow.
Paso de los Toros, Tacuarembó
Bilingual education with values, from Early Years to High School
At Santa Isabel School we combine learning, language and values: bilingual education with Cambridge certification, from Early Years to High School.
- Cambridge certification
- Early Years · Primary · Secondary · High School
- Half-day or full-day bilingual
- Cambridge certification
- Bilingual: half-day or full-day
- Early Years to High School
- Values-based education
About the school
Bilingual education with its own identity
At Santa Isabel School we see education as a path to shape whole, autonomous people who are committed to their environment. That is why we combine a strong focus on bilingualism with a caring, close approach to every student.
We are a school community in Paso de los Toros that supports families throughout the whole journey, from early years to high school.
“To educate for life, connecting knowledge, values and the future.”
The meaning of our crest
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The bridge
Union, passage and connection between stages, generations and cultures.
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The rising sun
Growth, the future and the hope of every student.
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The shield
Tradition, belonging and the values that have sustained us from our origins.
The school in numbers
28
Years educating in Paso de los Toros
4
Educational levels
2
Schedule formats
Cambridge
International English certification
Educational approach
Four pillars that define us
We believe in an education that shapes whole, autonomous people who are committed to their environment. Our project rests on four pillars that support both learning and life.
Bilingualism
English is a distinctive feature of the school and an essential part of our project from the start. We teach it naturally and in context, integrated across all areas, and we prepare students to sit the Cambridge international exams with a specialised teaching team.
Active methodologies
We place the student at the centre of the process, with active participation and meaningful learning. Through action we connect the cognitive, the practical and the social-emotional, with learning that is contextual, relevant and motivating.
Holistic education
Education goes beyond the academic: it spans intellectual, emotional, physical and social development. We aim to shape whole human beings, able to understand and transform the world around them.
Levels
A complete journey in one place
From early years to high school. Each family chooses the format that best suits their pace and needs.
Formats: Half-day Full-day bilingual
- 1
Early Years
SantaKidsPrepared environments that invite children to explore, choose and learn with autonomy, inspired by the pedagogy of space.
- 2
Primary
Meaningful learning with English integrated across subjects and close support for every journey.
- 3
Secondary
Programs such as the Reading Club strengthen comprehension, critical thinking and autonomy.
- 4
High School
The final stage of the journey, with the same bilingual, values-driven identity.
School life
Programs that make a difference
Reading Club
In secondary, weekly 45-minute sessions per grade where students strengthen comprehension, critical thinking and a love of reading.
- Individual reading and sharing of what was read
- Written and oral work based on reading
- Led by the Spanish-language teachers
Classroom environments
In early years we design each classroom intentionally: the environment is the "third teacher". Tidy spaces at the child’s height that foster autonomy, focus and emotional regulation.
- Accessible materials at the child’s height
- Visual predictability and a sense of belonging
- Inspired by María Montessori and Loris Malaguzzi
Gallery
Real moments at Santa Isabel School
A glimpse of everyday school life, straight from our Instagram.
“Learning is not standing still: it is exploring, trying, discovering and growing.”
@santaisabelschool.pdlt
School news, events and moments — on Instagram first.
Admissions process
Getting started is simple
We walk alongside every family on the path to getting to know the school and joining our community.
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Get to know us
Explore our educational approach and follow us on Instagram to see everyday school life.
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Book a visit
Reach out through the form or WhatsApp and we will arrange a meeting.
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Enrolment
Choose the level and schedule format, and complete enrolment with our team.
FAQ
Answers for families
Can’t find your answer? Reach out through the form or WhatsApp and we’ll get back to you shortly.
Which levels does Santa Isabel School offer?
A complete journey in one place: Early Years (SantaKids), Primary, Secondary and High School.
Which schedule formats are available?
Every level can be attended half-day or full-day bilingual. Each family chooses the format that best suits their pace and needs.
How is English taught?
Naturally and in context, integrated across all areas from Early Years. A specialised teaching team prepares students to sit the Cambridge international exams.
What is the Early Years approach like?
SantaKids works with prepared environments that invite children to explore, choose and learn with autonomy, inspired by María Montessori and Loris Malaguzzi: the environment as the "third teacher".
How do I request information or a visit?
Fill in the contact form or message us on WhatsApp and we will arrange a meeting to get to know the school. We reply shortly.
How long has the school been running?
Santa Isabel School was established in 1998 in Paso de los Toros, Tacuarembó, and has supported local families ever since.
Admissions
Admissions & contact
Want to learn about our approach or enrol your child? Send us a message and we’ll get back to you shortly.
- Address
- Santa Isabel de Paso de los Toros, Tacuarembó
- Phone
- +598 92 132 629
- gcabrera3210@gmail.com
- Hours
- Monday to Friday · 8:00 am – 5:00 pm