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Affordable International Schools in Bogotá, Colombia

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About international schools in Bogotá, Colombia

Bogotá’s more affordable international and bilingual schools tend to blend the Colombian national curriculum with internationally recognised pathways such as the IB, British (Cambridge) or American-style programmes, and instruction is usually bilingual (Spanish and English) with some schools adding French or German. Fees at the lower end of the international-market spectrum are commonly a few thousand US dollars a year (paid in Colombian pesos and often billed in instalments), while mid- and high-tier international schools charge substantially more; parents should budget for extra costs such as enrolment fees, transport, uniforms and school materials. Admission cycles follow either the Colombian calendar (typically a school year running roughly January - November) or an international calendar (often September - June), so families moving to Bogotá must check each school’s intake months and document requirements well before arrival. Because public schools teach in Spanish and are free for residents, many relocating families choose a private bilingual school to secure English-language continuity while remaining connected to the local system and university pathways.

Compare 3 Affordable international schools in Bogotá, Colombia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average COP 2,855,201), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 3 schools · avg fee COP 2,855,201
Schools listed
3
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
COP 2,855,201
Fee range
COP 184,000 – 7,750,274
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (2 schools)
Average school size
674 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Gimnasio Campestre
Oldest
Gimnasio Campestre (1959)
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FAQs for Colombia

Which curricula and languages can I expect at affordable international schools in Bogotá?
Affordable international and bilingual schools in Bogotá commonly combine the Colombian national curriculum with international frameworks such as the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge/IGCSE routes or US-style programmes, and most instruction is bilingual Spanish - English; a smaller number of schools add a third language such as French or German. These hybrid models let students keep the Colombian bachillerato pathway while accessing internationally recognised assessments and language development.
How much do 'affordable' international schools in Bogotá cost?
'Affordable' in Bogotá usually means tuition at the lower end of the city’s international-school market, typically several thousand US dollars a year (expressed and paid in Colombian pesos), with preschools and jardines infantiles able to be considerably cheaper on a monthly basis. Expect additional mandatory charges for registration, materials, lunches, transport and extracurriculars, and always request the full fee schedule because published tuition is often the base rate alone.
When should I start the admissions process and what is the school year rhythm?
Begin enquiries as early as possible - many schools open applications several months before their main intake - because places in popular bilingual programmes can fill quickly and some require testing or interviews. Bogotá schools follow either the Colombian academic calendar (commonly late January to November) or an international calendar (commonly September to June), so check each school’s calendar and application deadlines before you move.
What ages and stages do these schools cover?
Affordable international and bilingual schools in Bogotá typically offer programmes from early years (jardín infantil/preschool) through primary and secondary levels, with many schools providing continuity to the bachillerato (high-school diploma) and, where authorised, the IB Diploma or other upper-secondary credentials. If you need a specific grade or university-preparatory pathway, confirm the highest grade offered and whether the school runs accredited upper-secondary programmes.
What should relocating parents look for when comparing affordable international schools in Bogotá?
Compare the balance between Spanish and English instruction, the exact curriculum and assessment routes (Colombian bachillerato only, bilingual plus IB, Cambridge, or US-style diplomas), accreditation or authorisation status, total annual cost including extras, pastoral support for newly arrived children and how the school handles language placement and remedial English or Spanish. Also visit if you can, ask to see recent reports or programme authorisations, and request a full fee schedule and the school’s admissions timetable to avoid surprises.