The vision for PAREF schools began in the early 1970s, when St. Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei, encouraged Dr. Placido Mapa, Dr. Bernardo Villegas, and Dr. Jesus Estanislao to help Filipino parents establish schools that would combine academic excellence with character formation rooted in sound Christian teaching.

By 1976, this vision became reality with the establishment of the Parents for Education Foundation (PAREF), inspired by the Fomento school system in Spain. Parents became the primary partners in education, working hand-in-hand with teachers to form the whole person.

In March 1990, PAREF Rosehill School, Inc. opened its doors to its first forty students at Loyola Heights, Quezon City, offering Nursery and Junior Kindergarten. Under the leadership of its first Executive Director, Mrs. Cecilia B. Fajardo, Rosehill quickly grew. By 1991, the Grade School program for girls was established, and by 1993 the school had moved to its permanent home in Mission Hills, Antipolo—on land generously donated by the Gutiano family, through the support of former PAREF Board member Loudette Tolosa.

Through the years, Rosehill expanded its programs and facilities. It offered a complete preschool and grade school by 1998, opened its High School in the early 2000s, and celebrated its first batch of graduates in 2003. The school’s milestones have been marked with memorable celebrations: a Eucharistic procession and cookfest for its 20th anniversary in 2010, a grand musical play The Sun Comes Out Tomorrow for its 25th anniversary in 2015, and Along the Yellow Brick Road for its 30th anniversary in 2019—an event that also marked the construction of the Arts and Sciences Building.

In 2016, Rosehill launched its Senior High School program with the General Academic Strand (GAS) and Humanities and Social Sciences Strand (HUMSS). The first SHS graduates completed their program in May 2018.

Today, under the leadership of Ms. Delia Udani, Executive Director and Principal, Rosehill continues to flourish. The Arts and Sciences Building now serves as a vibrant home for learning and formation, and work is underway to develop the school field—another milestone in building Rosehill’s future.

Over the past 35 years, Rosehill has built a reputation for an excellent academic curriculum that nurtures both intellect and character. Its graduates have gone on to excel in leading universities in the Philippines and abroad, carrying with them the values of integrity, service, and faith. Nearly 500 alumnae are now making waves in their chosen fields—whether in business, the arts, education, sciences, or in service to the Church and community—living out Rosehill’s motto: “Duco. Servio.” (I Lead. I Serve.)

This 2025, Rosehill joyfully celebrates 35 years of forming women of character and faith. With close to 400 students and a growing legacy of accomplished alumnae, the school marks this milestone with gratitude and hope for the future.

The 35th anniversary is highlighted by a series of meaningful celebrations:

  • October 2, 2025 – Eucharistic Procession, giving thanks to God for His blessings through the years
  • November 22, 2025 – Alumnae Homecoming, welcoming back generations of Rosehill women
  • December 13, 2025 – Rosehill Paskuhan, a joyful community celebration in anticipation of Christmas

Together, these events honor our past, strengthen our present, and inspire hope for the generations of Rosehill women to come.