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Cardinal Newman College is one of the most established Catholic boys' schools in Buenos Aires, founded in 1908 by Irish Christian Brothers. Located in Boulogne, San Isidro, the school offers a bilingual Spanish-English education from kindergarten through secondary, following the Argentine national curriculum alongside Cambridge international examinations. The school has a strong reputation for rugby, athletics, and community involvement, and draws from a tradition of Irish-Argentine Catholic education.
B1609DPO, Eliseo Reclus 1133, Boulogne, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Cardinal Newman College has 2,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 28, instruction in Spanish, English.
Boulogne, San Isidro, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. The campus is set in a spacious suburban area with extensive sports fields and green spaces.
Kindergarten (ages 3-5), Primary (ages 6-12), and Secondary (ages 13-18).
Boys' school offering day education. The school follows a Catholic tradition rooted in the Irish Christian Brothers heritage.
Predominantly Argentine students, with a significant proportion of Irish-Argentine heritage. Some international families also attend.
Learning support is available for students who need extra assistance, with dedicated staff providing guidance through the psycho-pedagogical department.
Argentina, with strong ties to Ireland and the United Kingdom through its founding order and Cambridge examination programme.
Roman Catholic, founded by Irish Christian Brothers (Congregation of Christian Brothers).
Full-day schedule with morning academic classes and afternoon activities including sports, clubs, and pastoral programmes.
Private bus services (combis) are available through third-party providers serving various neighbourhoods across the Greater Buenos Aires area.
Cardinal Newman College teaches Argentine National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.
The school follows the Argentine national curriculum with a strong bilingual programme in English. Secondary students prepare for Cambridge IGCSE and A Level examinations alongside Argentine national exams (bachillerato).
Approximately 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio, with class sizes typically around 28 students.
Students regularly achieve strong results in both Cambridge international examinations and Argentine national assessments.
Graduates frequently proceed to leading Argentine universities such as UBA, UTDT, and UdeSA, as well as universities in the UK, Ireland, and the United States.
Advanced academic opportunities are available through participation in inter-school competitions, model United Nations, and academic olympiads.
Admission typically begins in kindergarten, with limited places available for entry at other levels. The process includes an interview and assessment. Priority is given to siblings and families with alumni connections.
The school may offer financial assistance on a case-by-case basis. Details can be obtained from the admissions office.
A waiting list operates for all year groups. Early application is recommended, especially for kindergarten entry.
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