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British Curriculum International Schools in Colombia

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About international schools in Colombia

British-curriculum international schools in Colombia generally follow UK-style programmes (National Curriculum elements and Cambridge Assessment syllabuses) and often combine those with bilingual Spanish - English delivery; some also offer the IB Diploma or align parts of their programme with Colombian requirements so pupils can progress to local or overseas universities. Instruction is usually English-medium in early years and lower secondary, with Spanish taught as a core subject and additional languages such as French offered at many schools. Annual tuition for British-style international schools in Colombia typically sits in a broad band - roughly the equivalent of several thousand to around twenty thousand US dollars per year depending on city, grade and accreditation - and families should expect extra one-off charges for registration, materials and school transport. Many British-curriculum schools in Colombia run a northern-hemisphere (August - June) academic calendar or operate rolling admissions with entry assessments in English, maths and sometimes Spanish, so relocating families should contact admissions teams several months before arrival and check language-support and accreditation arrangements.

Compare 16 British Curriculum international schools in Colombia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average COP 28,207,635), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 16 schools · avg fee COP 28,207,635
Schools listed
16
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
COP 28,207,635
Fee range
COP 2,400,250 – 70,846,531
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (11 schools)
Average school size
825 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Saint George's School - Bogota
Oldest
Colegio Colombo Hebreo (1948)

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FAQs for Colombia

How does the British curriculum in Colombia differ from the IB or the Colombian national curriculum?
A British-style offer in Colombia usually centres on the UK National Curriculum and Cambridge International programmes (leading to IGCSEs and sometimes AS/A Levels) and focuses on subject-specific study and external, subject-based exams; some schools then follow the IB Diploma for post-16 study. The IB is an integrated, inquiry-based two-year diploma with different assessment approaches and a broader core, while the Colombian national curriculum emphasises national subjects and state examinations required for local certification. Parents should check which final qualifications the school offers (IGCSE/A-Level, IB Diploma, Colombian bachillerato or dual diplomas) because that affects university pathways.
What should we expect to pay beyond published tuition fees?
In addition to annual tuition, most schools charge non-refundable application or registration fees, deposits to reserve places, and extras such as uniforms, textbooks, exam fees, school transport and after-school activities. These additional costs can add materially to the headline fee, so request a full fee schedule and examples of total yearly costs from the admissions office before you decide. Fee levels vary by city and school type, but independent guides and local comparisons place many international school tuitions in a wide band that reflects size, accreditation and programme offerings.
When should a relocating family apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Families should begin enquiring as soon as they have a moving date; for schools that follow an August - June calendar applications often open many months earlier and the most in-demand year groups can fill quickly. Admissions for primary and secondary typically include submission of school reports, an admissions interview, and diagnostic tests in English and maths (and sometimes Spanish), with some schools offering language support pathways for newcomers. Many schools operate rolling or waiting-list systems and require payment of a registration fee and a deposit to secure a place.
What is the language of instruction and how do schools support children who don’t speak Spanish or English?
Most British-curriculum schools teach the majority of academic subjects in English while teaching Spanish as a core language to meet national requirements; early years often have a high proportion of English instruction that gradually becomes bilingual across the school. Schools commonly provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for non-native English speakers and Spanish-acquisition classes for pupils arriving with limited Spanish, so ask for details of their EAL/Spanish-support programme and examples of recent intake. Check whether assessments and parent communications are available in the language you need during the admissions process.
What practical checks should parents make when comparing British-curriculum schools in Colombia?
Verify the school’s accreditation and exam authorisations (Cambridge Assessment, IB, Council of International Schools or national registrations), review recent inspection or accreditation reports where available, and ask how the school prepares pupils for the specific external qualifications it offers. Also compare total annual costs, sample timetables, class sizes, language-support provision, university-placement outcomes for older pupils and pastoral or safeguarding policies to ensure the school fits your child’s academic needs and your family’s practical requirements. For any claim about qualifications or accreditation, request documentary confirmation from the school.
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