Spirit of Service in Action – Upper Prep
As part of our Spirit of Service programme, pupils across the School are encouraged to engage meaningfully with the wider community, developing empathy, responsibility and an understanding of the importance of serving others. Through age-appropriate experiences, pupils have the opportunity to move beyond the classroom, build genuine connections and put our School values into practice. […]
Inside MUN: Diplomacy, Debate and Learning at The Grange
For Spanish Version click here With 160 Senior School pupils from 15 schools, The Grange School hosted its second Model United Nations Conference this August. But what exactly is MUN, where does it come from, and what does this experience offer our pupils? We invite our whole community to discover more about this Senior School […]
Conversatorio con Rodrigo Jordán
Nuestra comunidad tuvo la oportunidad de participar en un conversatorio con Rodrigo Jordán (OG 1976), quien compartió sus experiencias y reflexiones sobre montañismo, liderazgo, trabajo en equipo y los aprendizajes que surgen al enfrentar grandes desafíos. Durante el encuentro, además, se hizo entrega a The Centenary Library del libro K2, El Máximo Desafío, escrito por […]
August in the Arts: Creativity, encounters and new experiences
August has been a busy month for Co-Curricular Creative Arts and THE GRAF, with music, visual arts, film and conversations bringing new experiences to our pupils and the wider school community. Coming Up: A Conversation with Rodrigo Jordán and Ciclo de Cine: El Agente Topo On Monday 24 August at 16:00, The Centenary Library will […]
Pequeños gestos, grandes ejemplos: Spirit of Service Leaders
Nos alegra compartir con nuestra comunidad una nueva iniciativa que busca fortalecer y hacer visible el Spirit of Service en Lower Prep. A partir del jueves 27 de agosto, en cada curso, dos alumnos serán reconocidos como Spirit of Service Leaders. Esta iniciativa busca destacar a aquellos alumnos que, a través de sus acciones cotidianas, […]
Spotlight on Art: Exploring Art Across Upper Prep
In this week’s Spotlight on Art, we celebrate the creativity, curiosity and developing artistic skills of our Upper Prep pupils. Across different year groups, pupils have been exploring a range of artistic traditions, materials and techniques, developing their ability to experiment, collaborate and communicate ideas through art. 3° Básico – Notan Collage During the Cultures […]
Spirit of Service Activities 2026: A Way of Living, Learning and Leading
At The Grange School, Service is not understood as an isolated action or a requirement to fulfil. It is a way of being, a way of engaging with others and with the world around us. Serving others, engaging actively with one’s surroundings, and acting with humility, empathy and commitment are expressions of the Grangonian pupil […]
Bring the Whole Family for a Storytelling Adventure!
We are delighted to invite all Upper Prep pupils and their families to the launch of Maruja y el tesoro de Barbaniebla, featuring a fun dramatised reading for children and adults alike. The reading will feature Nati Chuleta (author of the book), Ignacio Maldini (actor and Grange OG), Martín Hevia (actor), and Miss Ignacia Alfonso […]
3° Básico: Bake Sale in Support of Spirit of Service (SoS)
The 3°F Bake Sale took place on Friday, 19th June, at the Balfour Quad. It was organised by the pupils raise funds to support their SoS initiatives. We want to give a big thank you to all the parents who participated and helped, to the pupils of 3°F, to Miss Cami, and to everyone who […]
Parent-Led Career Talk 2026: Una comunidad que inspira el futuro de nuestros alumnos
Dieciocho apoderados de distintos niveles de nuestra comunidad compartirán sus experiencias profesionales y personales con alumnos de 2°, 3° y 4° EM, contribuyendo a ampliar sus perspectivas y apoyando su proceso de exploración vocacional. El próximo 23 de junio, los alumnos de 2°, 3° y 4° EM participarán en una nueva edición del Parent-Led Career […]
6° Básico – Family & School: Building Bridges
This week, our 6° Básico pupils and families took part in our annual Family & School: Building Bridges morning, a valuable opportunity to strengthen the partnership between home and school during this important stage of their development. Through meaningful conversations and shared activities, families reflected on topics such as growing independence, mistakes as opportunities for learning, healthy […]
3° Básico: Exploring the Universe with AstroKidz
Last week, our 3° Básico pupils had an exciting start to their new Science unit on the Solar System with a special visit from AstroKidz, an astronomy education programme created by the award-winning Anglo-Chilean Tagua Tagua Observatory. The AstroKidz team transformed our auditorium by installing an inflatable planetarium dome, where pupils enjoyed an immersive experience […]
Celebrating 98 Years of The Grange School
From Lower Prep to Senior School, pupils and Staff came together to celebrate The Grange School’s 98th Birthday through reflection, tradition, competition and community spirit. Last week, The Grange School Community came together to celebrate one of the most meaningful and emblematic moments in our annual calendar: The Grange School’s 98th Birthday. Founded in 1928 […]
Convivencia y Respeto: Un Compromiso de Todos
Estimada Comunidad: Junto con saludar, nuevamente nos vemos en la necesidad de solicitar su colaboración respecto del respeto por las normas de tránsito y la convivencia con nuestros vecinos en los alrededores del Colegio. Durante las últimas semanas hemos recibido diversos reclamos relacionados con vehículos estacionados o detenidos bloqueando accesos a viviendas, entradas vehiculares y […]
A Week of School Birthday Celebrations in Upper Prep
Last Week, The Upper Prep celebrated the School birthday in variety of ways encouraging all pupils to join in in some a small way. Monday – Boards Coloured Post-it notes were provided for the children to write wishes and reflections about the school. Each panel displayed a sentence prompt at the top, such as: Pupils […]
School Birthday | Celebrating 98 Years of The Grange School
On Thursday 4th June, The Grange School Community will come together to celebrate one of the most meaningful and emblematic dates in our annual calendar: the School’s 98th Birthday. Each year, this celebration offers pupils across Lower Prep, Upper Prep and Senior School the opportunity to reflect on the history, traditions and values that have […]
5°Básico: Shares Creativity and Care at Jardín Los Anhelos
On Tuesday, 26th May, pupils from 5° Básico B took part in their Spirit of Service (SoS) outing to Centro Abierto Los Anhelos. In preparation for the visit, the class worked together to plan and organise an activity that would be enjoyable and meaningful for the young children they were going to meet. During the […]
Upper Prep Art Festival of the Seasons
The Upper Prep is taking part in The Festival of the Seasons project, meant to promote a visible cultural presence of the Arts in our School. As the warmth of summer fades, the Upper Prep pupils have been tuning their senses to the subtle shifts in our School gardens. Through careful observation, our 6° Básico […]
El Legado de Arturo Prat y los Valores que nos Inspiran
En el contexto de una nueva conmemoración de las Glorias Navales, The Grange School realizó diversos Assemblies y actividades formativas que invitaron a nuestros alumnos a reflexionar sobre el legado de Arturo Prat y valores como la integridad, la valentía, la empatía, la disciplina y el espíritu de servicio. El 21 de mayo, nuestro país […]
Colour Assemblies: Pupils Gear Up for Cross Country
On Monday, 18th May, a Colour Assembly took place, where all four Colour teams gathered in different areas of Upper Prep. During this time, pupils practised the song created by the Monitors and also made posters to cheer on their Colour for Saturday, when the whole School will take part in the Cross Country event. […]
What is Empathy? Understanding One of our Seven Shared Values
Empathy is the bridge that transforms us into a true community. At its core, it is rooted in a simple but profound self-check: “If I did exactly what I am about to do to myself, would I like it?” By shifting our focus from our own needs to the perspectives of others, we create an […]
Upper Prep Book Week: Celebrating Stories, Creativity and Community
Inaugural Talk Our opening talk focused on the central idea of “Libraries and Community.” For this reason, the school invited Teolinda Higueras, a cultural manager from Chiloé. She introduced the pupils to her library and cultural project, Bibliolancha. For 30 years, Teolinda has travelled across the islands of the Quemchi commune in a floating library, […]
Why Do We Still Prioritise Handwriting?: Nelson Print Handwriting
Although technology is part of modern learning, handwriting continues to play an important role in primary education. Research consistently shows that writing by hand strengthens memory, attention, and understanding. When pupils write, they process information more deeply than when they type. At our School, we use Nelson Print Handwriting, and this is formally taught across […]
Seguridad y Convivencia: Un Compromiso de Toda Nuestra Comunidad
English version click here. Como Colegio, queremos hacer un especial llamado a toda nuestra comunidad a respetar los espacios aledaños, particularmente durante los horarios de ingreso y salida. En las últimas semanas hemos recibido diversas inquietudes y reclamos por parte de vecinos del sector, relacionados con malas prácticas como estacionar en segunda fila, bloquear accesos […]
5° Básico: Río Colorado Learning Beyond the Classroom
This week, 5° Básico began their 2-night, 3-day outdoor experience at Río Colorado. While 5°A and D are currently away enjoying the wide range of activities on offer, 5°B, 5°F, and 5°G are eagerly awaiting their turn next week. Earlier this week, 5°C and 5°E returned from their trip, bringing back many memorable experiences and […]
What is AR and How Can I Track It?
AR (Accelerated Reader) is part of our reading programme and is designed to strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and independent reading habits. After finishing a book, pupils take a short online quiz through the Renaissance platform to check their understanding of what they have read. At the beginning of each term, pupils complete a STAR Reading test. […]
The Grange School and COBIS: a milestone that connects our Community to the world
Spanish version here. As shared earlier this week through our social media channels, The Grange School has been recognised as an Accredited Member (BSO) of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS), becoming the first school in Chile to join this prestigious global network. This is a highly significant milestone for our community. It not […]
Una experiencia significativa de rugby para 5º Básico
Una jornada de descubrimientos y mucha ovalada protagonizó nuestra categoría de 5º Básico en lo que fue un fin de semana inolvidable para el deporte institucional. En un encuentro trilateral de carácter amistoso, nuestros jóvenes rugbistas dieron sus primeros pasos en escenarios de alta exigencia, demostrando que el futuro del rugby en nuestra institución está […]
Building Responsibility Through Autonomous Work in Upper Prep
In Upper Prep (3°, 4°, 5° and 6° Básico), pupils are given Autonomous Work tasks to complete at home. These tasks are designed to support and extend the learning that takes place in the classroom. Sometimes the work focuses on reinforcing important skills, such as practising times tables or spelling. At other times, pupils may […]
Founder’s Day: remembering Mr Jackson, renewing our legacy
Spanish version here. This Friday, 13th March, a new edition of Founder’s Day will take place, one of the most significant and emblematic traditions at The Grange School. On this date, the Grangonian Community comes together to pay tribute to Mr John A. S. Jackson, founder and first Headmaster of our School, whose vision, principles […]
