Canadian Curriculum International Schools in Colombia
Compare 5 Canadian Curriculum international schools in Colombia. Filter by curriculum, fees, location, and more to find the right international school now.
Canadian-curriculum international schools in Colombia typically deliver an English-language provincial programme (often through partnerships that allow students to earn an Ontario or other Canadian provincial diploma alongside - or in addition to - the Colombian bachillerato). Most operate as bilingual schools, teaching core subjects in English while keeping Spanish language and local studies, and some use formal ‘double-titulación’ arrangements with Canadian authorities. Tuition varies widely by city, grade and services but private international fees commonly range from the mid-tens to several tens of millions of Colombian pesos per year (a broad ballpark roughly equivalent to low-to-mid five-figure US dollars), so expect substantial variation between schools and year groups. Families should note that international schools in Colombia may follow either the country’s calendar (term start in February and a long summer break around December - January) or a northern-hemisphere August - June cycle, and most schools recommend beginning enquiries and applications many months before the intended start date to secure places and complete any credential recognition.
What does “Canadian curriculum” mean in a Colombian school?
It normally means the school follows a Canadian provincial syllabus (for example Ontario) either directly or through a formal partnership that lets students earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent while studying in Colombia. In practice this can be delivered as a full Canadian programme, or as a dual-diploma model where Colombian graduation requirements are covered alongside Canadian credit courses. Prospective parents should check which Canadian province awards the diploma and whether credits are taught by locally employed teachers, visiting Canadian staff or through an online/partner provider.
What language(s) of instruction will my child experience?
Canadian-curriculum schools in Colombia are usually English-medium with strong Spanish provision; many advertise bilingual programmes that teach the majority of academic subjects in English while keeping Spanish language, Colombian social studies and local requirements in Spanish. The degree of immersion and the availability of mother-tongue or additional language support varies by school, so ask about assessed English levels, ESL/ELD programmes and how Spanish is scheduled across grade levels.
How much should we budget for fees and extras?
Annual tuition for international private schools in Colombia varies substantially by city, school and the student’s grade, with publicly reported ranges running from the lower tens of millions of Colombian pesos to figures well above COP 60 - 70 million for some schools and older year groups; additional costs for enrolment fees, capital levies, transport, meals and specialist activities should be expected. Always request the full fee schedule for the grade you need, ask whether quoted amounts include taxes and whether there are separate charges for examinations, uniforms or overseas exchange programmes.
When should we apply and how do the academic calendars work?
International schools in Colombia use two common rhythms: many follow the national calendar that starts early in the calendar year (February/March) and finishes around November/December, while other schools adopt an August - June northern-hemisphere cycle; each school will publish its own calendar and intake points. Because popular international schools have limited places and may require entrance testing, document checks and transfer credit assessment, families usually begin enquiries and applications six to twelve months before the planned start term.
What should we check when comparing Canadian-curriculum schools in Colombia?
Verify the diploma-awarding authority (which Canadian province, and whether the school can actually issue the provincial diploma), the school’s approach to bilingual education and support for non-native English speakers, and accreditation or external inspection status that shows how the programme is delivered. Also ask about university-counselling services, how Colombian graduation requirements are met (if you want a dual diploma), sample timetables and total cost of attendance including extras; these practical details determine whether a given school will meet your child’s academic and language needs.
