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Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, French, English
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
St. Hilda's College is a bilingual day school in Argentina for ages 2–18. It follows a British Cambridge curriculum with a bilingual delivery from Kindergarten through Secondary. Kindergarten emphasizes English language development through bilingual units in Spanish and English, with supplementary art, physical education and music. Primary runs an integrated bilingual program aligned to official standards and supports bilingual literacy from an early age. Secondary provides about 60% of subjects in English; Cambridge International Examinations guide assessment, offering IGCSE in Years 9–10 and AS/A Levels in Years 11–12, with the option of the AICE Diploma. Cambridge exams are recognized by universities locally and internationally. The campus has open spaces, and the arts program offers instrumental study, choir and orchestra, plus theatre productions in English and Spanish. Extracurriculars include oratory, writing, mathematics and singing competitions, EMUN, dance and sports, and inter-school exchanges. Founded in 1912, the school emphasizes Christian values.
Sebastián Gaboto, B1686 Hurlingham, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Essentials
St. Hilda's College has instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Isabel La Católica 1710, Hurlingham, Buenos Aires, Argentina (postal code B1686FKN). The campus is located in the Hurlingham district.
Stages
Kindergarten; Primary; Secondary.
Type
Bilingual day school.
Additional learning support
Counselling program with support and vocational guidance, supervised by a dedicated team. English language support for students entering with lower English proficiency to integrate into the bilingual program. Psychologists and psychopedagogues on staff to support students throughout their schooling.
Country affiliation
Argentina
Religious affiliation
Christian
Fees
Annual tuition at St. Hilda's College ranges from ARS 56,340 to ARS 1,005,960 for 2026/27.
Application (one-time) fees - Registration (cuota única de inscripción) charged once at completion of the admission process and non‑refundable except where the school cancels the admission: - Initial (Sala) — ARS 56,340.00. - Primary — ARS 75,010.00. - Secondary — ARS 96,020.00.
Enrollment / matriculation fee (Matrícula) - The matrícula equals one monthly tuition installment for the course level and is payable in January (due date stated in the contract). The matrícula amounts (standard and reduced if paid via automatic bank debit) are: - Initial — Sala 2/3/4 years: ARS 83,830.00 (standard) / ARS 80,480.00 (automatic debit). - Educación Inicial (extended initial level): ARS 99,490.00 / ARS 95,510.00. - Primary 1º–3º grade: ARS 111,680.00 / ARS 107,210.00. - Primary 4º–5º grade: ARS 129,100.00 / ARS 123,930.00. - Primary 6º grade: ARS 143,260.00 / ARS 137,530.00. - Secondary 1º year: ARS 158,660.00 / ARS 152,310.00. - Secondary 2º–6º years: ARS 172,610.00 / ARS 165,710.00. - The matrícula is refundable in full if the family withdraws the registration before the date specified in the contract for that year (contract examples show a mid‑February cutoff) or if the school cancels the registration. The matrícula is not prorated for mid‑year entry.
Tuition (aranceles) — monthly and annual - Tuition is billed in eleven (11) consecutive monthly installments (February through December), each installment due on the 5th of the month (installments paid by automatic debit follow the bank's debit schedule). The published monthly tuition (standard / automatic debit) matches the matrícula amounts above. Annual tuition (sum of 11 monthly installments) therefore equals monthly amount × 11. Examples: - Initial — Sala 2/3/4 years: ARS 83,830.00 per month → ARS 922,130.00 per year (standard). ARS 80,480.00 per month → ARS 885,280.00 per year (automatic debit). - Educación Inicial: ARS 99,490.00 per month → ARS 1,094,390.00 per year (standard). ARS 95,510.00 per month → ARS 1,050,610.00 per year (automatic debit). - Primary 1º–3º: ARS 111,680.00 per month → ARS 1,228,480.00 per year (standard). ARS 107,210.00 per month → ARS 1,179,310.00 per year (automatic debit). - Primary 4º–5º: ARS 129,100.00 per month → ARS 1,420,100.00 per year (standard). ARS 123,930.00 per month → ARS 1,363,230.00 per year (automatic debit). - Primary 6º: ARS 143,260.00 per month → ARS 1,575,860.00 per year (standard). ARS 137,530.00 per month → ARS 1,512,830.00 per year (automatic debit). - Secondary 1º year: ARS 158,660.00 per month → ARS 1,745,260.00 per year (standard). ARS 152,310.00 per month → ARS 1,675,410.00 per year (automatic debit). - Secondary 2º–6º: ARS 172,610.00 per month → ARS 1,898,710.00 per year (standard). ARS 165,710.00 per month → ARS 1,822,810.00 per year (automatic debit). - Tuition invoices are generated monthly; the educational contract is annual and monthly installments remain due even if the pupil leaves during the year (no proration of previously invoiced months).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition (aranceles) is invoiced in 11 monthly installments from February through December, due on the 5th of each month when paid by bank deposit/transfer. - If paid by automatic debit in the linked bank account, the debit schedule may show a due/debit date that operates (per contract) on the 7th of the month; reduced amounts for matrícula/arancel apply when debit automatic is used. - Late payment generates administrative charges calculated on the active 30‑day discount rate in pesos charged by the Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires; prolonged arrears may suspend discounts and may condition continuation of certain activities or school services. - Sibling discount schedule (applies where same billing account holder is responsible for multiple children): first sibling 20%; second sibling 40%; third sibling 60%; fourth sibling 80%; fifth sibling 100% (subject to on‑time payment conditions).
Boarding - St. Hilda's College does not publish boarding fees; the school presents itself as a day school and the contract and fee schedules make no provision for boarding charges.
Other costs and optional charges - Mandatory or occasional additional charges that may be invoiced when applicable: - Educational scholarship insurance (covers matrícula and tuition in case of insured parent's death or total permanent disability): ARS 2,540.00 per pupil per month (value referenced as of January 2023). - Extracurricular workshops (music, sports): optional; fees announced when activity is scheduled. - Lunch / catering: optional; price announced at start of the year (different modalities available). - International exam fees (Cambridge IGCSE, AS/A level and related diplomas): charged when applicable; examples given for reference in earlier contract years (values quoted in pesos and USD for 2022/2023 examples). - Study trips, camps and representation trips: optional; costs announced at time of each activity. - Didactic materials (books, workbooks): mandatory; costs announced but capped so they do not exceed 15% of the monthly tuition without discounts. - School photos and other optional services: charged when offered. - Damages or loss of school property (books, computers, etc.) are charged to the family at replacement cost.
Refunds and cancellations - Registration fee (cuota única de inscripción) is charged once and is non‑refundable except where the school exercises its admission cancellation right within the first year. - Matrícula (enrollment payment) is refundable in full if the family withdraws before the contractual cutoff date set each year (contracts give a mid‑February deadline as the applicable example) or if the school cancels the registration. - Monthly tuition already billed remains due for the contract year; the contract clarifies that the service agreement is annual and obligations persist even if the pupil stops attending.
Accepted payment methods and details - Bank deposit / transfer to Asociación Civil Colegio Santa Hilda (CUIT 30‑52922615‑9) in the following accounts: - Banco Santander Río: Account Nº 091‑000024/6 — CBU 0720091520000000002468 — Alias: MENTA.TEMPLO.NORTE. - Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires: Account Nº 116‑4250‑5 — CBU 0070250020000000116451 — Alias: LIMON.HOMBRO.JARRA. - Automatic bank debit (direct debit) is available; families must sign the adhesion form available from the Administration. Automatic debit gives a reduced fee option for matrícula and arancel as shown above and debits operate on the bank's schedule (contract notes debit date as the 7th when processed via this system). - The contract also allows for other payment modalities defined by the Administration; specific card payment acceptance is not enumerated in the contract excerpt. - The school invoices monthly and payments via the indicated bank accounts are due on the invoice due date.
Academics
St. Hilda's College teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The school teaches a bilingual curriculum from Kindergarten through Secondary. Kindergarten focuses on English language development through bilingual units planned in Spanish and English, with supplementary art, physical education and music. Primary implements an integrated bilingual program that meets official national standards and supports literacy in both languages from an early age. Secondary provides about 60% of subjects in English; Cambridge International Examinations guide assessment, with IGCSE in Years 9–10 and AS/A Levels in Years 11–12 (AICE Diploma optional). Cambridge exams are recognized by universities locally and internationally.
Exam Results
Cambridge distinctions at St. Hilda's College include Top in the World and Top in Argentina honors across AS, A Level and IGCSE in 2021–2022, plus High Achievement awards and Best Across the Cambridge AICE Diploma. In 2021, students earned Top in the World AS History and Top in Argentina AS Global Perspectives, with multiple High Achievements across subjects and Best Across Four Cambridge AS Levels. The school has a history of Cambridge recognition with high achievements across many years, including 2019–2018 and beyond.
Higher Education Progression
Cambridge qualifications are widely recognized by universities worldwide, with more than 600 universities accepting AS and A Level results; examples include major universities in the United States and the United Kingdom. In the Argentina context, Cambridge certificates are increasingly recognized by local universities, and Cambridge reports note that admissions tutors regard Cambridge programs as excellent preparation for university.
Gifted and Talented
Extracurricular enrichment includes competitions in Oratory, Writing, Mathematics and Singing, festivals in Choir and Art, EMUN (Model ESSARP United Nations) and other activities, all contributing to a broadened educational experience.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Counselling Programme for students focuses on personal and social development, with support and vocational orientation under the supervision of a professional team. The programme promotes ethical behavior in line with Christian values. It emphasizes guidance for a meaningful life, self-knowledge and personal growth.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special support classes exist for new students whose English level is not as advanced as their peers, helping them reach the required level to integrate into the bilingual programme. A team of psychologists and learning specialists accompanies pupils throughout their schooling.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
New students with English as an additional language receive targeted support to reach the level required to participate in the bilingual programme. The school offers a bilingual curriculum and supports students to work confidently and effectively in English.
Mental Wellbeing
A professional team of psychologists and learning specialists accompanies pupils throughout their schooling, supporting mental wellbeing and personal development.
Safeguarding
Counselling Programme provides safeguarding through professional supervision and emphasizes ethical behavior in line with Christian values.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions welcomes you to the admissions process. We are pleased to welcome new families to our college so they can see for themselves the richness of our educational offering. Our community works hard to provide students with a learning environment that is engaging and dynamic, embracing the pioneering spirit our founders demonstrated more than 114 years ago. The challenges of the global situation have enriched the educational offering by incorporating tools that complement daily learning. You are invited to see the St. Hilda's community in action by scheduling an informational interview. Inquiries; Apply to St. Hilda's; Scholarship Program; Download Brochure; Refer a Family. For information about St.
Scholarships
The St. Hilda's Scholarship is intended for students with academic, artistic or athletic potential whose conduct aligns with the school's convivencia code and whose families require assistance with tuition and fees. The scholarship consists of a 50% discount on tuition and monthly school fees, not combinable with other discounts. The recipient may participate in all school and extracurricular activities offered by St. Hilda's. Applicants may be prospective entrants or current students starting in the fourth grade, and the benefit may be maintained through the last year of secondary, provided year-by-year the conditions are met. Applications are received digitally during September. Send attachments I and II in a single PDF to ewinter@sthildas.esc.edu.ar.
FAQs
What type of school is St. Hilda's College?
St. Hilda's College is a bilingual day school in Hurlingham serving ages 2–18. It follows a British Cambridge curriculum with about 60% of secondary subjects taught in English.
Where is the school located?
Isabel La Católica 1710, Hurlingham, Buenos Aires, Argentina (B1686FKN).
What Cambridge results has the school achieved?
Students have earned Top in the World (AS History) and Top in Argentina (AS Global Perspectives) in 2021, plus High Achievement awards and Best Across the Cambridge AICE Diploma.
What levels does the school offer?
Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary. In Years 9–10 students study IGCSE; in Years 11–12 they take AS and A Levels with the option of the AICE Diploma.
Does the school provide learning support?
Yes, psychologists and psychopedagogues support students throughout their schooling. Special support classes help new students whose English level is not yet at the required standard to integrate into the bilingual programme.
How much are the fees?
Registration fees range from ARS 56,340 (Initial) to ARS 96,020 (Secondary). The matrícula equals one monthly tuition instalment. Annual tuition ranges from approximately ARS 56,340 to ARS 1,005,960.
What languages are taught?
Spanish (A Level) and French (AS Level) are taught as Cambridge Group II Languages. The school is bilingual in English and Spanish throughout all levels.
Are there scholarships?
Yes, the St. Hilda's Scholarship supports students with academic, artistic, or athletic potential whose families require tuition assistance.
What is the school's religious affiliation?
The school has a Christian orientation. The Counselling Programme promotes ethical behaviour in line with Christian values.
When was the school founded?
St. Hilda's College was founded in 1912. It provides an all-round education spanning academics, culture, arts, sport, spirituality, and social development.
What food options are available?
More than 90% of students eat at school. Options include packed lunch (vianda) or Cook's cafeteria, which provides eight varieties of salads, two main dishes, and desserts daily.
What is BELLS?
BELLS (Building Educational Leaders for Life and Service) is St. Hilda's community action programme. It encourages service vocations and leadership in students across different groups.
What extracurricular competitions are offered?
Students participate in Oratory, Writing, Mathematics, and Singing competitions, plus Choir and Art Festivals and EMUN (ESSARP Model United Nations).
