Colegio Santo Domingo Celebrates 150 Years with Deep Educational Transformation

As Uruguay's Colegio Santo Domingo marks its 150th anniversary, it embraces a profound educational transformation, shifting from a traditional teaching model to one that prioritizes student-centered learning. This innovative approach, dubbed "travesía" (journey), recognizes that education must evolve to meet the demands of a changing world. The school's leadership emphasizes that this is not a fleeting trend but a necessary response to the realities faced by new generations.

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No partimos de una moda, sino de una necesidad. El mundo cambia y la educación también tiene que cambiar.

The "travesía" model is particularly evident in the first and second grades of primary school, where learning "scenarios" replace conventional classrooms. These dynamic spaces cater to diverse intelligences and learning styles, fostering cognitive, artistic, and physical development, alongside crucial metacognitive skills. This personalized approach allows students to construct their own educational paths at their own pace, ensuring that individual needs and interests are met without rigidity.

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Elegimos este lema de ‘150 años educando para un mundo en movimiento’ porque refleja lo que ha sido nuestra historia y también nuestro presente.

This pedagogical shift is more than just an academic upgrade; it cultivates essential transversal skills. Students are learning to articulate their thoughts, engage in debates, and understand their own learning processes. This focus on integral development, preparing students for a world in constant motion, reflects a forward-thinking vision deeply rooted in the school's long and rich history in Uruguay. The celebration of 150 years is not just about looking back, but about boldly stepping into the future of education.

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Hay espacios para potenciar habilidades cognitivas, otros para el arte, el movimiento y también momentos de metacognición.