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International Schools in Cali, Colombia

Compare 7 international schools in Cali, Colombia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average COP 19,596,142), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
7
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
COP 19,596,142
Fee range
COP 17,718,705 – 21,473,579
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
1,075 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Colegio Bolívar
Oldest
Colegio Bolívar (1947)
About international schools in Cali, Colombia

Cali’s international and bilingual schools typically combine the Colombian national curriculum with internationally recognised programmes such as the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge/IGCSE routes or US-style diploma options, and many promote bilingual Spanish - English instruction alongside optional third languages. Fees vary widely by school and age but published ranges for full-time international programmes in Cali commonly sit in the low tens of millions of Colombian pesos per year; additional entrance and annual registration charges are common. Admissions usually follow the Colombian academic calendar or a close variant, so families should begin enquiries and submit documents several months before the new school year; expect language assessment and school records to be required. Relocating parents should check each school’s language pathway (which subjects are taught in English vs Spanish), whether the school issues both a Colombian bachillerato and an international diploma, and what support is offered for new arrivals and university guidance.

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FAQs for Colombia

What international curricula will I find in Cali and how do they differ from the Colombian system?
You will commonly find schools offering the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge/IGCSE programmes and US-style diploma pathways alongside the Colombian national curriculum; many schools combine the national bachillerato with one of these international programmes so students can meet Colombian graduation requirements while gaining internationally recognised qualifications. The IB and Cambridge programmes emphasise inquiry, international standards and external examinations, while US-style diplomas may follow grade-by-grade credit systems and offer Advanced Placement or similar courses.
How much should we budget for international school fees in Cali?
Published fee ranges for international and bilingual schools in Cali vary, but contemporary listings and local guides commonly show annual tuition in the range of several tens of millions of Colombian pesos, with younger grades usually less expensive than upper secondary; families should also budget for one-off enrolment fees, material costs and extracurricular charges. Always request a full fee schedule from each school (tuition, registration, assessment, transport and meals) to compare total annual costs rather than base tuition alone.
When should we apply and what documents or assessments are usually required?
Start enquiries and the application process several months before the start of the school year, because popular programmes fill early and schools often schedule assessments and interviews; many international schools in Cali publish a ‘year-at-a-glance’ calendar or an admissions timeline you can follow. Typical requirements include recent school reports, immunisation records, proof of identity, and language or placement assessments in English and/or Spanish; some schools also ask for references or an interview with the family.
What languages are used in instruction and can non-Spanish speakers adapt?
Most international schools in Cali teach bilingually with Spanish and English, often using English as the language of instruction for science, maths or international curriculum subjects while Spanish is used for social studies and local curriculum content; several schools also offer French, German or a third language from primary years. Newcomers who do not speak Spanish commonly adapt with dedicated language support, immersion classes or staged integration, but families should confirm the school’s newcomer support and English/Spanish language-learning pathways before enrolling.
What should parents focus on when comparing international schools in Cali?
Look at which formal qualifications the school awards (Colombian bachillerato, IB, Cambridge/IGCSE, US diploma), the medium of instruction for key subjects, language-support programmes for newcomers, and the school’s approach to university or international-study guidance. Also review the published fee schedule, pastoral care and orientation for relocating families, teacher qualifications and external accreditations to ensure the school’s programme and practical supports match your child’s academic and social needs.