Colegio del Pilar (Madrid) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids El PilarColegio de Nuestra Señora del Pilar |
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Calle de Castelló 56
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| Type | Private day Public school |
| Motto | Latin: Veritas liberabit vos (Truth will make you free) |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Roman Catholic |
| Established | 1907 |
| Founder | Company of Mary |
| Head Master | Francisco Vázquez |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Age | 3 to 18 |
| Colour(s) | Royal Blue & White |
| Former pupils | Old Pilarists |
| School song | Españoles hidalgos valientes |
| Website | http://www.nspilar.com |
The Colegio de Nuestra Señora del Pilar (which means The School of Our Lady of the Pillar in English), is a Catholic school located in Madrid, Spain. Many people simply call it "El Pilar".
It is a private day school that gets some money from the government. Students from 3 to 18 years old can attend. The school is located on Calle de Castelló, in the Salamanca district of Madrid.
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Discovering El Pilar School
This section helps you learn more about Colegio de Nuestra Señora del Pilar.
When Was El Pilar Founded?
El Pilar was started in 1907. It was founded by the Society of Mary. This group is made up of Catholic priests and brothers who focus on teaching. They still run the school today.
Who Can Attend El Pilar?
When the school first opened, only boys could attend. But in 1978, girls were also admitted. Over time, it became a fully co-educational school, meaning both boys and girls learn together.
Famous People Who Attended El Pilar
Many important people in Spanish history have studied at El Pilar. One person even became a Prime Minister of Spain. A Prime Minister is the head of the government in some countries, similar to a president.
See Also
- In Spanish: Colegio Nuestra Señora del Pilar para niños
