About Us

Why choose OLM?

OLM is an American Catholic school that provides a family-oriented, welcoming, and safe environment for students aged 2 to 18

As a small and inclusive community, we ensure that every student feels highly cared for and valued, while at the same time taking pride in our excellent academic education and commitment to the socioemotional learning of our students.

Founded in 1951, OLM is an American Catholic School committed to our core values of Empathy, Equity, and Excellence. Since 1953, the School has been maintained by the Society of Our Lady of Mercy, an association founded by American and British families in Rio de Janeiro.

Mission

OLM is a Catholic American School whose mission is to enable each student to achieve their full potential by providing an outstanding education in a supportive, safe learning environment.

Vision

To prepare students for the ever changing demands of a globalized world, creating exciting learning opportunities, motivating them to become responsible, ethical and compassionate citizens.

Core Values

Our School is guided by the values of empathy, equity, and excellence, which promote an inclusive, fair, and high-performing environment.

Welcome
to OLM!

As the President of the Board, I am proud to welcome you to OLM’s website. Our School is committed to fostering a vibrant learning environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

OLM strives to be a place where faith, knowledge, and community come together to nurture lifelong learning and a spirit of service. Our dedicated faculty and staff engage students, and our supportive families collaborate to create an environment where every learner is empowered to grow and thrive.

I invite you to explore our website to learn more about the programs, values, and opportunities that we offer at OLM. Together, we strive to create a School environment where every child feels supported, challenged, and loved.
Thank you for visiting our website, and may God bless you and your family.

Warm regards,

Marcelo Lardosa
Chair of the Board

Work With Us

We look for candidates who are team players and face daily challenges with optimism and a desire to contribute to the growth of our School. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds.

OLM is a School committed to the protection of children, adolescents, and adults and expects the same from its employees. Formal professional references are required from all candidates applying for any position at our School.