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IB Curriculum International Schools in Bogotá, Colombia

Compare 18 IB Curriculum international schools in Bogotá, Colombia. Filter by curriculum, fees, location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
18
Curricula
10
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (18 schools)
Average school size
819 pupils
More school facts
Largest by enrolment
Colegio Anglo Colombiano
Oldest
Gimnasio Vermont (1945)
About international schools in Bogotá, Colombia

Bogotá hosts a sizeable group of International Baccalaureate (IB) schools that commonly combine the IB continuum with bilingual (Spanish - English) instruction and, in some cases, a third language stream. Many IB schools in the city operate alongside Colombian national requirements and international accreditations, and there are roughly a dozen to two dozen IB-authorised schools serving expatriate and local families. Annual tuition at Bogotá’s international schools varies by age and programme but typically falls in a broadly affordable range for the region (roughly COP 25,000,000 to COP 80,000,000 / about USD 6,000 - 20,000), with senior years often costing more because of examination and diploma fees. The local academic year for Colombian schools usually runs on a calendar-year cycle (approximately late January to November), although some IB and international-curriculum schools follow a northern-hemisphere (September - June) rhythm, so check each school’s published calendar during your search.

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FAQs for Colombia

Which IB programmes might my child find in Bogotá and at what ages are they taught?
The IB offers four main programmes commonly used by Bogotá international schools: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for roughly ages 3 - 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for about 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) for students aged 16 - 19. Not every IB school delivers the full continuum, so verify which IB authorisations a school holds and which years are taught on the IB syllabus.
What languages of instruction should I expect at IB international schools in Bogotá?
Most IB international schools in Bogotá teach bilingually in English and Spanish from early primary, with English often used for IB subject delivery and Spanish retained as a core language of instruction and identity. A number of schools also offer additional languages (French, Chinese or Portuguese) and formal language-support programmes for non-native speakers, so ask schools how quickly students are expected to transition between languages.
How much do international IB schools in Bogotá typically cost and what else should I budget for?
Annual tuition commonly sits in a broad band around COP 25,000,000 to COP 80,000,000 (approximately USD 6,000 - 20,000), with fees rising for older year groups; some schools itemise extra charges for registration, testing, uniforms, trips and IB examination or diploma registration. Always request a full fee schedule and examples of total annual cost (tuition plus extras) from each school before budgeting.
When should we start the admissions process and what is the typical timeline?
Admissions windows vary: many Bogotá schools accept applications year-round but have formal intake points tied to the school calendar (either January or September depending on the school), and popular year groups can fill early, so start enquiries as soon as you know your move date. Expect an application form, previous-school records, language assessments and an interview or trial day in most cases; allow several weeks for testing and placement, and longer if you need a school to reserve a place while finalising visas or housing.
What practical checks should parents make when comparing IB schools in Bogotá?
Confirm which IB authorisations and external accreditations a school holds, how the bilingual programme is implemented (percentage of lessons in each language), and whether the school’s calendar and extracurricular offering match your family’s needs. Also review inspection or accreditation reports, ask about language-support provision for non-Spanish speakers, and request recent examples of senior-exit qualifications and university or progression guidance so you can judge academic fit and post-school pathways.