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Catholic International Schools in Colombia

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About international schools in Colombia

Catholic international schools in Colombia combine a faith-based pastoral programme with the academic options of international education: many operate as bilingual Spanish - English schools and may offer International Baccalaureate, British or US-style pathways alongside or integrated with the Colombian national curriculum. Instruction is most often delivered in Spanish with strong English-medium strands in early years and secondary, and some schools also offer French or other European languages. Annual tuition varies widely by city and programme but commonly sits in a broad band of roughly USD 5,000 to USD 20,000, with separate enrolment (matrícula), uniform, transport and activity costs to budget for. Parents should note that most Colombian schools follow a February - November calendar (Calendar A) while a number of international schools use an August - June calendar and that popular Catholic international schools can require applications many months ahead; individual policies on religious instruction and participation vary by school.

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At a glance 10 schools · avg fee COP 19,596,142
Schools listed
10
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
COP 19,596,142
Fee range
COP 17,718,705 – 21,473,579
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size
1,108 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Colegio San Carlos
Oldest
Gimnasio Vermont (1945)

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Aspaen Gimnasio Iragua — international school in Bogotá, Colombia
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Aspaen Gimnasio Iragua

Cambridge (Secondary), IB (DP) · Ages 2 to 18

Fees not listed
Ages 2 to 18 years
Cambridge (Secondary), IB (DP)
Instructs in English
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Colegio Italiano Leonardo Da Vinci — international school in Bogotá, Colombia
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Colegio Italiano Leonardo Da Vinci

Bespoke Curriculum, Italian Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

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Ages 3 to 18 years
Bespoke Curriculum, Italian Curriculum
Instructs in Italian, Spanish and English
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Colegio Rochester — international school in Bogotá, Colombia
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Colegio Rochester

Bespoke Curriculum · Ages 4 to 17

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Ages 4 to 17 years
Bespoke Curriculum
Instructs in English and Spanish
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Colegio San Carlos — international school in Bogotá, Colombia
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Colegio San Carlos

Bespoke Curriculum · Ages 4 to 18

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Ages 4 to 18 years
Bespoke Curriculum
Instructs in Spanish and English
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Colegio San Viator — international school in Bogotá, Colombia
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Colegio San Viator

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 4 to 18

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Ages 4 to 18 years
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Instructs in English and French
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1 international school in Cali

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Aspaen Liceo Tacurí

Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)

COP 17,718,705 - 21,473,579
Ages not listed
Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
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1 international school in Barranquilla

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Marymount School Barranquilla — international school in Barranquilla, Colombia
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Marymount School Barranquilla

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 3 to 18

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Ages 3 to 18 years
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Advanced Placement (AP), Malaysian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Instructs in English and Spanish
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1 international school in Medellín

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Marymount School Medellín — international school in Medellín, Colombia
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Marymount School Medellín

Bespoke Curriculum · Ages 3 to 17

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Ages 3 to 17 years
Bespoke Curriculum
Instructs in English and Spanish
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FAQs for Colombia

What curricula do Catholic international schools in Colombia typically offer?
Many combine the Colombian national curriculum with international programmes: common options include the International Baccalaureate (IB), British IGCSE/A-levels and US-style or American-accredited pathways. Which combination is available depends on the school’s mission and accreditation, so check each school’s prospectus for specific diploma and university-preparation routes.
What language(s) will my child be taught in?
Spanish is the primary language in most Colombian Catholic schools, but many international and bilingual Catholic schools provide substantial English-medium instruction and English-language support for newcomers. Some institutions also offer French, German or additional language classes as part of a multilingual programme; the balance between Spanish and English typically shifts toward more Spanish in later years to meet national exam requirements.
How much should we expect to pay and what extra costs are common?
Tuition varies by city, curriculum and school tier, with a broad range commonly seen from roughly USD 5,000 to USD 20,000 per year; lower-cost bilingual private schools sit below this band and full international-curriculum schools are at the higher end. In addition to tuition expect one-off enrolment fees, regular activity or technology fees, uniforms, meals and transport or bus charges, which can add materially to the annual cost.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
For a February school-year start, families commonly begin inquiries and applications several months in advance, and for highly sought-after schools it is wise to allow up to a year. Admissions typically require previous school records, an application form, an assessment or interview and proof of identity/residency; language-level assessments and placement into English- or Spanish-support streams are common for non-native speakers.
Do Catholic schools require students to be Catholic or to take part in religious activities?
Policies differ by institution: many Catholic international schools welcome students of other faiths or none, but religious education, pastoral activities and some liturgies are often part of school life and may expect student participation. Colombian educational law and church guidance provide frameworks for religious education and for respecting freedom of conscience, so parents should ask each school about exemptions or alternative arrangements if this is a concern.
How do age groups and stages map to international qualifications and Colombian requirements?
Most Catholic international schools cover pre-primary through secondary (K - 12 or equivalent) and will map years either to the Colombian grading system and national exams or to international steps such as IB MYP/DP, IGCSE and A-Levels, or US high-school credits. If you plan for your child to enter Colombian universities, verify how the school supports national qualification routes and preparation for required state exams as well as international diploma recognition if you intend study abroad.