Colégio Santa Cruz

Colégio Santa Cruz is one of the most prestigious private schools in São Paulo, founded by the Augustinian Fathers in 1952. Located in Pinheiros, it offers education from Early Childhood through to secondary school, with a comprehensive Brazilian curriculum complemented by strong bilingual education in Portuguese and English. The school consistently places students in Brazil s top universities including USP, Unicamp, FGV and Insper. Santa Cruz is renowned for its outstanding academic results and for a robust programme in arts, sports and community service, shaped by Augustinian values of truth, unity and love. The school emphasises critical thinking, ethical formation and social engagement. Its campus in Higienopolis features excellent facilities including a library, science labs, theatre and sports complex. Santa Cruz maintains a strong alumni network and remains one of São Paulo s most sought-after institutions for academic and character formation.