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Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Colegio Peruano Alemán Max Uhle is a German international school in Arequipa, Peru, part of Germany's global network of overseas schools. It carries the Excellent German School Abroad certificate, with Bund-Länder-Inspektion reviews every six years. The school offers the GIB – International Baccalaureate Diploma in a mixed-language format across Kindergarten, Grundschule, Mittelstufe and Oberstufe, delivered tri-lingually. The language program certifies two foreign languages to broaden students' communication and cultural horizons, and the school emphasizes biculturalism to foster global citizenship. The campus spans more than 36,000 square meters and includes modern laboratories, information technology, music and art rooms, a library, a gym, a sports field, and a dedicated kindergarten area. The AG program provides theatre, music, chess, crafts, and robotics, with students taking part in national and international events such as the Big Band and Debate Team. The Programa de Acción Social offers community-immersion projects promoting social responsibility and intercultural understanding.
Colegio Max Uhle has 1,165 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in Spanish, German, English.
Location
Located in Arequipa, Peru, in the Sachaca district. The campus address is Av. Fernandini s/n, Sachaca, Arequipa. The school operates a private bus service with a fleet of nine buses and nine established routes that cover a large portion of the city, with safety features and routine maintenance.
Stages
Kindergarten; Grundschule; Mittelstufe; Oberstufe; GIB Bachillerato Internacional Trilingüe.
Type
German international school. The school holds the German government certificate "Excellent German School Abroad" issued by the German authorities, and is part of a global network of German schools.
Additional learning support
Psychopedagogical support is available (Acompañamiento Psicopedagógico).
Country affiliation
Affiliated with Germany; part of a global network of German schools abroad.
Bus service
The school has a fleet of nine buses with nine routes; buses are equipped with cameras and seat belts; a preventive maintenance program is conducted in authorized workshops; drivers are experienced.
Fees
Application / Admission fees
- An admission/application fee is required to start the admissions process. The admission fee paid for evaluation is non‑refundable.
Tuition fees by school year / level (amounts stated as periodic fees)
- Kindergarten / Initial: Pensión (tuition) per period: S/ 1,590 (reported pension figure). A separate matrícula (registration) fee applies.
- Primary: Pensión (tuition) per period: S/ 1,590 (reported pension figure). A separate matrícula (registration) fee applies.
- Secondary / Oberstufe: Pensión (tuition) per period: S/ 1,590 (reported pension figure). A separate matrícula (registration) fee applies.
- Matrícula / registration fee: a nominal matrícula amount is recorded in the school's official cost declarations; families pay a matrícula at enrollment in addition to the monthly/periodic pension.
How amounts are typically billed and payment terms
- Tuition is billed as a recurring pension (monthly/periodic) charge. The common billing structure used for private schools in the region is ten monthly pension payments plus a matrícula; families normally pay the pension in monthly instalments during the academic year. (Payments and exact instalment counts are administered by the school's billing office.)
- Payment due dates, late‑payment penalties, and any discounts for early/annual payment are set in the school's billing rules and by arrangement with the Finance/Accounting office; instalment timing and accepted payment dates vary and are confirmed at enrollment.
Boarding / Accommodation fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school (regular morning/academic shifts) and does not publish boarding fees.
Other costs and recurring fees
- Transport: School transport is offered as a separate paid service (school bus/transport fee).
- School supplies / textbooks: Standard supply and textbook deliveries are scheduled by level and are charged as separate items or required purchases (supply pick‑up events are held for Kindergarten and Grundschule).
- Uniforms, extracurricular workshop fees, field trips, exam/certification fees, meals (if using cafeteria services), extracurricular club fees and voluntary parent‑association (APAFA) contributions are charged in addition to the pension and are billed separately or collected at specific times during the year.
Refund information
- Admission/application payments used to cover the evaluation process are non‑refundable.
- Refund or cancellation of tuition or other charges is governed by the school's billing and enrollment regulations and is handled case‑by‑case by the Finance/Administration office. (Families should consult the school's enrollment terms for specifics at contract/signing.)
Accepted payment channels and methods
- The school uses electronic billing channels and payment collection channels that include bank/agent payment codes and payment‑agent networks commonly used for pension and matrícula collection; families can pay pensions and other charges through these channels.
- The school's admissions and finance offices coordinate accepted payment instruments and procedures (for example: bank transfer, payment‑agent code payments, and school billing portal or in‑office payments). Exact available methods (card, bank transfer, payment agents, online portal) and instalment options are established by the school's Finance office at enrollment.
Practical summary for parents
- Expect to pay a non‑refundable admission fee to start the admissions evaluation.
- Expect the recurring pension (tuition) charge to be S/ 1,590 as the reported pension figure on official school cost declarations; you will also pay a matrícula at enrollment and separate charges for transport, supplies, uniforms, activities and occasional trips.
- Confirm exact billing schedule (number and timing of instalments), current pension amounts by grade, the precise matrícula amount, accepted payment methods and any optional service fees directly with the school's Finance/Admissions office when completing enrollment paperwork.
Academics
Colegio Max Uhle teaches IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers the GIB – International Baccalaureate Diploma in a mixed-language setting. The five interrelated academic areas are Linguistics, Science, Humanities, Arts, and Sports. Educational levels include Kindergarten, Grundschule, Mittelstufe, and Oberstufe, with the GIB Diploma delivered in a Trilingual format. The language program is Trilingual: two foreign languages are taught and certified to broaden students' communicative and cultural abilities. The school is part of a network of German schools and promotes biculturalism to develop two cultures and global citizenship. The German government certifies the school as an Excellent German School Abroad after Bund-Länder-Inspektion inspections every six years.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Obtain the Application Guide. It provides all information needed to begin the application, including the steps, requirements, and deadlines to complete the process correctly. The guide is available for download. 2. Submit the Vacancy Application or Apply Here. Submit the 'Solicitud de Vacante' or use 'POSTULA AQUÍ' to begin the application. 3. Because Colegio Max Uhle is a trilingual school (German and English), schedule an appointment with the Admissions Coordinator to receive guidance on the language proficiency levels for the grade you are applying to. 4. Admission to all grades is subject to the number of vacancies available. The admission fee covers the evaluation process, and regardless of the outcome, it will not be refunded. 5. 129.
FAQs
What curriculum does Max Uhle follow?
The school offers the GIB - International Baccalaureate Diploma in a trilingual mixed-language format. Five academic areas cover Linguistics, Science, Humanities, Arts, and Sports.
What languages are taught?
Max Uhle is trilingual: Spanish as mother tongue with English and German taught as certified foreign languages. The GIB Diploma is delivered in this mixed-language framework.
What are the tuition fees?
Monthly tuition (pension) is approximately S/. 1,590 per period across all levels. A separate annual registration (matricula) fee applies. Contact the school for full details.
How large is the campus?
The campus covers more than 36,000 square metres in Sachaca, Arequipa, with modern facilities distributed over two levels for all age groups.
Is bus transportation available?
Yes, the school operates a fleet of nine buses with nine routes covering a large portion of Arequipa. Buses are equipped with cameras, seat belts, and maintained through a preventive programme.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
AG courses are free from Class 1 to 11, covering theatre, music, chess, robotics, basketball, athletics, volleyball, and soccer. Qualified professionals lead each discipline.
How many students attend?
Max Uhle has approximately 1,165 students across Kindergarten, Grundschule, Mittelstufe, and Oberstufe.
What is the Excellent German School Abroad certificate?
The school carries this government-issued certificate recognising its quality as a German school abroad. Bund-Lander-Inspektion reviews occur every six years.
When was the school founded?
Max Uhle began activities in 1956 under the direction of German principal Peter Kropp, with founding Patronato members from the German community in Arequipa.
What social programme does the school offer?
The social action programme develops leadership, responsibility, perseverance, initiative, creativity, and social sensitivity in students.
Is psychopedagogical support available?
Yes, the school provides Acompanamiento Psicopedagogico (psychopedagogical support) for students.
