Centro Escolar Solalto

Guatemala, Guatemala City

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Spanish, English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 381

Type Boys School

Opened 1970

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages Spanish, English

Typical class size 8

Strengths Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional

Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Centro Escolar Solalto (APDE Solalto) is a private, all-boys day school in Fraijanes, Guatemala, part of the APDE network of eight schools. The school offers Pre-Primary through Bachillerato Internacional (IB Diploma) and consistently ranks in the top 10 of Guatemala's best schools according to MINEDUC. The school follows a Catholic educational philosophy with personalized attention, emotional intelligence development, and a house system for character formation.

www.solalto.edu.gt

Km. 22.5, Carr. a Fraijanes, Guatemala

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The Essentials

Location

Km 22.5 Carretera a Fraijanes, Fraijanes, Guatemala 01062.

Stages

Preprimaria (Pre-K/Preschool), Primaria (Elementary), Secundaria (Secondary), and Bachillerato Internacional (IB Diploma). Ages 4 through 18.

Type

Private, all-boys, Catholic day school. Part of the APDE (Asociación para el Desarrollo Educativo) network.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Primarily Guatemalan students from the Guatemala City metropolitan area.

Additional learning support

Personalized advisory system and professional counseling services available to all students.

Country affiliation

Guatemala. Authorized IB World School. College Board affiliate.

Religious affiliation

Catholic. The school follows an innovative Catholic formation program (DIR) integrated with character development.

School day structure

Full school day with academic instruction in Spanish and English, character formation through the house system, and extracurricular activities.

Bus service

Transportation available through the SchoolAid app.

Diving Deeper

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Fees

APDE Solalto is considered among the premium private schools in Guatemala. Specific fee amounts are available upon request from the admissions office.

Academics

Curriculum

The school follows the Guatemalan national curriculum enriched with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Primary school uses the Connections methodology, which develops 21st-century competencies through interdisciplinary learning ecosystems. The school also offers College Board examinations. Instruction is in Spanish and English.

Exam Results

Consistently ranked in the top 10 of Guatemala's best schools according to MINEDUC rankings for over a decade. The four APDE schools have appeared among the top five positions in recent years.

Higher Education Progression

College counseling and international university placement support available. Partnerships with ICEF Guatemala and Duolingo English testing support international applications.

Gifted and Talented

The IB Diploma Programme provides advanced academic challenge. International opportunities are available for students.

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Admissions

Families can apply through the school's online admissions form or contact the admissions office via WhatsApp at +502 5859 8109.

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FAQs

Is Solalto a boys-only school?

Yes. APDE Solalto is an all-boys school that prioritizes personalized attention and adapts its teaching methods to how boys think and learn.

What curriculum does the school follow?

The school follows the Guatemalan national curriculum enriched with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Primary school uses the Connections methodology for 21st-century skills development.

Is the school religiously affiliated?

Yes. Solalto follows a Catholic educational philosophy with an innovative formation program (DIR) integrated with character and values development.

How is the school ranked?

Consistently ranked in the top 10 of Guatemala's best schools by MINEDUC for over a decade. The four APDE schools have appeared among the top five nationally.

What is APDE?

APDE (Asociación para el Desarrollo Educativo) is a network of eight schools founded in 1970 by parents seeking schools with academic excellence and values-based education.

What levels does the school offer?

Preprimaria (Pre-K), Primaria (Elementary), Secundaria (Secondary), and Bachillerato Internacional (IB Diploma), covering ages approximately 4 to 18.

What languages are used for instruction?

Spanish and English. The school also offers Duolingo English testing for students applying to international universities.

Does the school have a house system?

Yes. The house system is used for character formation, community building, and leadership development among students.

Is transportation available?

Yes. Transportation is available through the SchoolAid app.

How many students attend Solalto?

Approximately 369 students.

Does the school offer boarding?

No. Solalto is a day school only.

How do I apply?

Families can apply through the online admissions form on the website or contact admissions via WhatsApp at +502 5859 8109.

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