Colégio Planalto
| Colégio Planalto | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| R. Armindo Rodrigues 28 Lisbon , 1600-414 Portugal | |
| Information | |
| Type | Private school |
| Motto | Surge Ut Aquila |
| Religious affiliation | Opus Dei |
| Established | 1978 |
| Founder | Parents |
| Head teacher | Arq. Ricardo Roque Martins |
| Gender | Boys |
| Age range | 1–18 |
| Average class size | 18 |
| Hours in school day | 8 |
| Colour | Burgundy |
| Affiliations | Colégio Mira Rio Colégio Cedros Colégio Horizonte |
| Website | www.colegioplanalto.pt |
Colégio Planalto is a Portuguese boys-only school, located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is a Catholic school and a member of the IB Diploma Programme. Opus Dei, an institution of the Catholic Church, is in charge of its religious teachings and services.
History
The school was created in 1978[1] by a group of parents that were discontent with the national school system.
The school's programme focuses on personalized education (as promoted and formalised by Professor Victor Garcia Hoz),[2] being particularly renowned for its excellent academics and catholic teachings.[3] The school offers education for all years from kingergarden to high school, offering the International Baccalaureate programme.[4][5]
Although the school accepts students from faiths and religions, the educational programme practiced in the school is of deep Catholic underpinnings with a particular preoccupation of involving the parents in the school's activities and programs. The school is very associated with the Opus Dei, not only drawing from it its values and principles, but also through the presence of ecclesiastics including their involvement in classes. The nomination of chaplains and Religion teachers is, therefore, a responsibility of the Opus Dei prelature.[6] The school's chapel was consecrated by José Policarpo.[7]
About
The school is widely known for its excellent standard and very good position in the national ranking of schools. The school received national mediatic attention several times because of its choice to be an all-boys school, something rare in Portugal.[8] However, the schools presents this choice as a conscious one made in order for students to focus on academics.[9]
Although it is usually regarded as a school for upper-class students this is not the reality as the school hosts students from various socio-economical backgrounds.
Since school year 2024/2025, Planalto has established and enforced a strict no-mobile phones policy for students, except in rare occasions and for class-deemed purposes only, sanctioned by teachers. This policy aims for higher focus on academic duties and promotion of healthier interpersonal relationships.
References
- Back to citation "D. José Policarpo consagrou o altar da nova capela do Colégio Planalto". www.paroquias.org. Retrieved 12 May 2010.
- Back to citation "História do Colégio Planalto". Colégio Planalto. Archived from the original on 15 January 2012. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
- Back to citation "Projeto Educativo do Colégio Planalto". Colégio Planalto. Archived from the original on 15 January 2012. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
- Back to citation "Oferta Educativa (Bacharelato Internacional)". Colégio Planalto. Archived from the original on 15 January 2012. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
- Back to citation "Colégio Planalto". International Baccalaurate Organization. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
- Back to citation "Capelania do Colégio Planalto". Colégio Planalto. Archived from the original on 15 January 2012. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
- Back to citation "D. José Policarpo consagrou o altar da nova capela do Colégio Planalto". www.paroquias.org. Retrieved 12 May 2010.
- Back to citation "Aulas Separadas". www.publico.pt. Retrieved 19 October 2018.
- Back to citation "Marcelo inaugura colégio Mira Rio". Archived from the original on December 15, 2024. Retrieved 31 October 2018.