Ecuador, Quito
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The school has a Student Counseling Department (DECE) with professionals in educational psychology, clinical psychology, neuropsychology, psychomotricity, sexuality education, bullying prevention, conflict resolution, child protection, and art therapy. A monthly program of workshops addresses bullying prevention, mental health, sexuality education, responsible technology use, and prevention of risk behaviors such as vaping, tobacco, and alcohol. From PK1 to grade 2, students participate in Unstructured Play to channel emotions and develop self-regulation. In Middle School and Secondary, emotional expressions are guided to help students identify feelings and regulate interpersonal relationships. Einstein Talks for parents provide tools for empathetic and assertive parenting, and Sociometric Online assessments inform socioemotional interventions with individualized or group plans to strengthen self-knowledge and self-esteem.
Three languages are used in the curriculum: Spanish, English immersion, and a third language (French or Hebrew). Most IB Middle Years Programme subjects are taught in English.
The school has a Department of Student Counseling with professionals in psychology and related fields who support students' mental wellbeing. A monthly program of workshops addresses mental health, among other topics, and there are interventions and follow-ups involving teachers, school leaders, external professionals, and parents. The program includes individualized and group socioemotional interventions to strengthen self-knowledge, responsible decision-making, and self-esteem.
The school maintains a Child Protection-oriented counseling team, with curricula and programs that include prevention of bullying, prevention of child abuse, and safeguarding practices. The program features structured activities such as Unstructured Play for early years, Einstein Talks for parents, and annual socioemotional assessments to guide safeguarding interventions. The approach emphasizes emotional wellbeing and safe, supportive relationships across the school community.
Colégio Einstein is an IB World School in Ecuador offering the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP and DP) along with an American Curriculum. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and operates from its Puembo campus, with roots dating back to 1973. The new Puembo campus, opening in 2024, was planned with collaboration from Harvard University and TEC de Monterrey to reflect the school's flexible learning philosophy. Einstein Kids preschool provides 100% English immersion, while most Middle School subjects are taught in English. The Multiedad program includes Spanish, English immersion, and a third language (French or Hebrew). The IB framework aligns with NGSS, ITEA and Ecuador's Ministry of Education standards. The school offers a strong sports program with interschool competition in soccer, volleyball and basketball. Extracurriculars span service, arts, music, robotics and language/cultural activities, including Einstein Teach, Business Bulls, Einstein News and InterCAS Galápagos. The school emphasizes personalized learning and socio-emotional well-being as part of holistic education.