Colegio Anglo Colombiano

Colombia, Bogotá

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Spanish

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 1800

Type Co-educational

Opened 1956

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Taught languages English, Spanish, French, Italian, German

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Colegio Anglo Colombiano is an IB World School in Colombia offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme for students aged 4 to 18. With a British heritage, the school combines Colombian and international schooling to provide a globally oriented education that supports well-being. Founded in 1956, it is a private, coeducational, non-denominational institution and an early adopter of the IB curriculum in Colombia; it has held CIS accreditation since 1998. The campus provides spaces for sport, arts and culture, organized through a house system that encourages participation. Wellbeing and safeguarding are prioritized, with staff dedicated to social-emotional support integrated into the curriculum. Extracurriculars include Model United Nations and TEDx, along with music, choir and bands. Sports include football, basketball, volleyball, athletics and chess; robotics and other activities run before and after school. The school emphasizes holistic development, with technology integrated to support learning and digital citizenship.

Cra 19 # 152 a 48, Bogotá, Colombia

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The Essentials

Location

Av. Cra 19 # 152A-48, Bogotá, Colombia. The campus is in Bogotá, Colombia.

Stages

Preschool (Pre Kinder) through Grade 10.

Type

IB World School; offers the International Baccalaureate curriculum.

Additional learning support

Educational support programme boosters are offered at no additional cost.

Country affiliation

British heritage; based in Colombia.

Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

In Anglo, uniforms are linked to the six-day cycle. For example, a Grade 2.A student who has Physical Education on days 4 and 6 will wear the PE uniform on those days, regardless of the day of the week.

Food Options

The Anglo cafeteria, Anglo's Kitchen, provides catering with state‑of‑the‑art facilities and equipment. The food and beverage team develops varied menus with vegetarian options and is overseen by a nutrition professional to ensure compliance with health guidelines. Pre‑School children receive two snacks (morning and afternoon) and a daily lunch; First graders receive a morning snack and lunch; the rest of the students receive a daily lunch.

House System

Anglo uses a British-style house system. The four houses are Beatty, Hood, Nelson and Rodney. The Year Cup is the top award, given to the house with the most points across competitions during the year.

Governance and Ownership

The Anglo is a private, non-denominational, co-educational institution. Governance is provided by a Board of Governors whose members are elected by parents and co-opted; the Board maintains the school's DNA and strategic plan. A Directive Council of the School Government, together with the Parents' Council, the Teachers' Council and the Academic Council, plus student government, participate in governance and approve changes to the Institutional Educational Project.

Fees

Fees — Academic year 2025–2026 (detailed)

Application / admission fee
- An application payment is required as part of the online application process; the application payment is made through the school's online application platform at the time of submitting the application.

Tuition and related fees — detailed by grade (two payment options: with early‑payment "Con anticipo" and without early‑payment "Sin anticipo")
- Explanation of line items used below:
- Matrícula: one‑off enrollment charge included in the annual one‑payment option.
- Seguro: student insurance (annual).
- Anuario: yearbook (annual).
- Total (1): sum of Matrícula + Seguro + Anuario — one annual payment option.
- Pensión: annual tuition amount; when paid in instalments it is divided into nine monthly payments.
- Cafetería: annual cafeteria charge.
- Transporte: annual transport charge (same amount across grades in the published schedule).
- Total (2): sum of Pensión + Cafetería + Transporte — payable in nine monthly instalments (September to May).
- All figures are shown in Colombian pesos (COP). The detailed amounts below follow the school's published 2025–26 tariff schedule.

- Pre‑K (PK)
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,733,700; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1, un pago al año) COP 5,140,600. Pensión (anual) COP 4,733,700; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2, nueve pagos) COP 6,077,900.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 5,458,200; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,884,900. Pensión (anual) COP 5,458,200; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2, nueve pagos) COP 7,058,000.

- Kinder (K)
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,633,400; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 5,040,300. Pensión COP 4,633,400; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,977,600.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 5,342,500; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,769,200. Pensión COP 5,342,500; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,942,300.

- Transición (TR / T)
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,552,000; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,958,900. Pensión COP 4,552,000; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,896,200.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 5,248,600; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,675,300. Pensión COP 5,248,600; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,848,400.

- Grade 1
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,417,000; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,823,900. Pensión COP 4,417,000; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,761,200.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 5,093,000; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,519,700. Pensión COP 5,093,000; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,692,800.

- Grade 2
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,334,200; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,741,100. Pensión COP 4,334,200; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,678,400.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,997,800; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,424,500. Pensión COP 4,997,800; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,597,600.

- Grade 3
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,293,400; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,700,300. Pensión COP 4,293,400; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,637,600.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,950,700; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,377,400. Pensión COP 4,950,700; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,550,500.

- Grade 4
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,219,000; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,625,900. Pensión COP 4,219,000; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,563,200.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,864,700; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,291,400. Pensión COP 4,864,700; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,464,500.

- Grade 5
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,207,200; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,614,100. Pensión COP 4,207,200; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,551,400.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,850,900; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,277,600. Pensión COP 4,850,900; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,450,700.

- Grade 6
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,207,200; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,614,100. Pensión COP 4,207,200; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,551,400.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,850,900; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,277,600. Pensión COP 4,850,900; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,450,700.

- Grade 7
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,207,200; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,614,100. Pensión COP 4,207,200; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,551,400.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,850,900; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,277,600. Pensión COP 4,850,900; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,450,700.

- Grade 8
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,181,900; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,588,800. Pensión COP 4,181,900; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,526,100.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,821,700; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,248,400. Pensión COP 4,821,700; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,421,500.

- Grade 9
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,146,200; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,553,100. Pensión COP 4,146,200; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,490,400.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,781,100; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,207,800. Pensión COP 4,781,100; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,380,900.

- Grade 10
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,146,200; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,553,100. Pensión COP 4,146,200; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,490,400.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,781,100; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,207,800. Pensión COP 4,781,100; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,380,900.

- Grade 11
- Con anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,030,100; Seguro COP 156,100; Anuario COP 250,800; Total (1) COP 4,437,000. Pensión COP 4,030,100; Cafetería COP 688,200; Transporte COP 656,000; Total (2) COP 5,374,300.
- Sin anticipo: Matrícula COP 4,758,400; Seguro COP 167,900; Anuario COP 258,800; Total (1) COP 5,185,100. Pensión COP 4,758,400; Cafetería COP 823,800; Transporte COP 776,000; Total (2) COP 6,358,200.

Entrance advance (Anticipo por ingreso)
- The school publishes entrance advance amounts that reduce later monthly tariffs if paid on entry. Published "Comunidad" (current community) and "Comunidad Prospecto" (prospective) entrance advance amounts are shown for entry grades (PK through G7). Examples: Comunidad (PK) COP 43,800,000; Comunidad Prospecto (PK) COP 48,500,000; Comunidad (K) COP 40,700,000; Comunidad Prospecto (K) COP 45,100,000; and so on for each grade through G7 as listed in the tariff schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Two payment structures are published:
- Total (1): one annual payment that covers matrícula + seguro + anuario.
- Total (2): the annual tuition (pensión) plus cafeteria and transport charges divided into nine monthly instalments — payable in September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April and May; each monthly pension instalment is due within the first fifteen days of each of those months.

Boarding / residential fees
- No boarding or residential (internado) fee line appears in the published tariff schedule; the published fees cover tuition (pensión), enrollment (matrícula), insurance, yearbook, cafeteria and transport. Boarding/residential provision is not listed as an offered paid service in the tariff documentation. (If a family requires long‑term residential accommodation it is not included as a standard school fee in the published schedule.)

Other costs (uniform, books, supplies, devices, extracurriculars)
- The published matrícula figures from Pre‑K to Grade 11 include the list of printed books and general school supplies; they do not include electronic devices or electronic supplies. The school also publishes separate guides and lists (Uniform guide; Lists of school supplies) that are managed separately from the tariff schedule and may carry additional costs for families.

Refund information
- Advance (pre‑paid) pension payments have constrained refund rights: families who opt for the advance‑payment system accept that under normal circumstances there is no right to a refund of an advance pension payment. A refund of an advance pension payment is possible only in specific cases (for example, withdrawal of the student from the school or cancellation/non‑renewal of the pupil's enrollment) and must be requested within the period established in the school's payment agreement; when a refund is made the school will deduct amounts according to the amortization schedule established in the Payment Agreement.

Fee payment methods and channels
- Payments are accepted through the school's online payment channels and the school's payment provider (electronic collection / payment gateway), and may be made by PSE (online debit from Colombian banks) or by credit card; the enrollment process accepts PSE and credit‑card payments and the school additionally provides specific bank payment instructions for in‑bank or partner bank payment where applicable. The school lists an e‑collection online payments channel for invoices and tuition payments.

Notes on inclusions
- Matrícula (enrollment) in the published schedule includes printed books and standard supplies; electronic devices are excluded. Transport and cafeteria are published as annual charges that are added to tuition and can be paid through the nine‑payment schedule.

Academics

Curriculum

The school is an IB World School in Colombia offering the International Baccalaureate programme; it combines the best of British and Colombian education with a global vision and provides a holistic and balanced education focused on student well-being.

Higher Education Progression

The IB programme and Anglo education give students the tools they need to apply to different programmes and universities in Colombia and around the world; Top 25 universities our students have applied to.

Gifted and Talented

Our complementary programmes offer spaces to develop talents and discover new horizons, including arts, sports, cooking, robotics, TEDx talks and international Model United Nations.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school prioritizes student welfare as part of social and emotional learning. A Wellbeing lead was appointed in 2017 to promote wellbeing, prevent abuse and negligence, and intervene in safeguarding cases. The safeguarding team includes the Designated Safeguarding Lead, a Deputy, and key staff across Preschool, Primary, and Secondary to support student welfare. Strategies for parents, teachers, and students foster relationships and a learning environment where students feel safe and secure. A Safeguarding Policy and Procedures Manual, trainings, a team directory, and a reporting tool are available within the community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learner variability and diversity are embraced through inclusion within the curriculum. All teachers differentiate to meet the needs of learners, and committees identify students who require language support through the Educational Support department. A Multi-Tier System of Support provides differentiated instruction, remedial literacy interventions, and other support services. Spanish as an Additional Language (SAL) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes support newcomers and language learners. Language provision across the IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) is structured to respond to learners' language needs with data-driven planning.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The main languages of instruction are English and Spanish, with provision for a third language in the MYP. The school actively promotes bilingualism and multilingualism to develop linguistic skills and global citizenship. Spanish as an Additional Language (SAL) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes support students who arrive with limited proficiency in the school languages. New learners of Spanish may be pulled out for SAL instruction and receive differentiated classroom support. The IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) provide the language framework for learning, with a bilingual library environment supporting English and Spanish resources.

Mental Wellbeing

Student welfare and wellbeing are central to the school's approach to social and emotional learning. A Wellbeing lead was appointed in 2017 to promote wellbeing, prevent abuse and intervene in safeguarding cases. The safeguarding team includes the Designated Safeguarding Lead, a Deputy, and key pastoral and learning-support staff across Preschool, Primary, and Secondary. Strategies for parents, teachers, and students foster relationships and a safe learning environment. The school provides safeguarding policies, protocols, manuals, trainings, a team directory, and a reporting tool for concerns, along with a Wellness Programme and Socio-Emotional Counsellors to support mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is governed by a Safeguarding Policy and Procedures Manual, with additional manuals covering online safety and behavior. The safeguarding team is led by the Designated Safeguarding Lead with a Deputy, complemented by a broad network of staff across Preschool to Secondary. The safeguarding framework includes protocols, trainings, and a reporting tool for concerns within the Anglo community. A Wellness Programme supports safeguarding and student protection, alongside a dedicated team of Socio-Emotional Counsellors. Resources and updated child-protection bibliography are provided for ongoing learning and safeguarding practice.

Parent Experience

History

The Anglo was founded in 1956 by a group of Colombian and British citizens. It is a private, coeducational, non-denominational institution committed to quality and to forming students who are well-rounded. It is one of the pioneers in Colombia in implementing the International Baccalaureate curriculum from pre-kindergarten through grade 11, and has been accredited by CIS since 1998. The Anglo blends tradition and innovation with a focus on safety and well-being, and on providing the best opportunities and tools for its students. The Fundación Colegio Anglo Colombiano has a robust governance structure led by the Superior Council, with members elected by parents and other co-opted members to preserve the school's DNA and strategic plan.

Community

The Anglo uses a house system with four houses named Beatty, Hood, Nelson, and Rodney, and a House Cup is awarded to the winning house. Inter-house events include annual dances featuring national and international styles, Sports Day, and Declamation and Singing, as well as Debates. CACMUN (Model United Nations) and TEDx ColegioAngloColombiano provide student-led forums for leadership, research, and public speaking. Extracurricular activities span music, sports, cooking, robotics, LEGO, football, skating, ballet, gymnastics, and more, offered before and after school to broaden opportunities and friendships.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Fundación Colegio Anglo Colombiano has a robust governance structure led by the Superior Council, with members elected by parents and other members co-opted. The Superior Council designs directives and short-, medium-, and long-term plans, with the rector and leadership implementing these with the academic and administrative teams. The Governing Council of Government School includes representatives from all school segments and annually approves modifications to the Institutional Educational Project. The Parents' Council, the Teachers' Council, the Academic Council, and student leadership roles such as Prefects and House Captains are central to the collaborative work of creating and implementing strategic objectives and ensuring all voices of the Anglo community are heard. The school is a non-profit institution and employs a robust team of local and international professionals to support safety, well-being, and learning.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Anglo provides a holistic and balanced education with spaces for every student's individuality and talents. The campus has multiple venues for sport and dedicated spaces for arts, culture and competition through the house system. Wellbeing and safeguarding are prioritized, with deputy directors of wellbeing and a social-emotional counselling team, and safeguarding practices integrated into the curriculum. Extracurricular activities take place before and after school in spaces for arts, sports, cooking, robotics and more, including Model United Nations and TEDx. A virtual tour is available to explore the campus.

Sports Facilities

Sport is part of the IB curriculum with about four hours of Physical Education each cycle. The campus has multiple venues for sport and hosts Sports Day and the Inter-house dance competition to foster movement and healthy competition. Anglo teams train before or after school to represent the school in UNCOLI tournaments, with offerings including football, basketball, volleyball, athletics, gymnastics and chess.

Academic Facilities

Anglo runs International Baccalaureate programmes for students aged 4 to 19, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). An assessment system uses internal and external evaluations to identify strengths and areas for improvement and to guide targeted support. The Education Support Department removes learning barriers by adapting to diverse needs and guiding each student toward holistic growth. Technology is integrated with state-of-the-art infrastructure to develop digital citizenship and support learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extracurricular activities provide spaces to develop talents beyond the classroom, including arts, sports, cooking, robotics and more. Complementary programmes include CACMUN (Model United Nations), TEDx and international Model United Nations presentations. Music, choir and bands are offered with opportunities for individual instrument lessons. A wide range of activities—Parkour, Cooking, Robotics, LEGO, Football, Skating, Ballet, Olympic Gymnastics and Baking—takes place before and after school.

Languages

Language Provision

English and Spanish are taught; English is the language of instruction and Spanish is taught daily (Preschool and Primary). In Secondary, a third language is available with options including French, Italian and German. Spanish as an Additional Language is described in internal policies to support multilingual learners.

Bilingual Teaching

The Anglo provides bilingual education with English as the language of instruction and daily Spanish lessons in the younger years. Graduates are fluent and confident in both English and Spanish. In Secondary, students may choose a third language, with options including French, Italian and German. The school offers three IB programmes: PYP (Pre-Kinder to Year 4), MYP (Year 5 to Year 9), and the Diploma Programme (Years 10–11).

Admissions

Pre Kinder admissions timeline: Aug 1–Sept 11: Registration for information talks. Sept 11–12: Registration for information talks. Sept 30: Deadline to complete the application. Oct–Dec: Parent interviews. December: Interview results. February: Webinar and Q&A session. February–March: Play Days. March/April: Final results. Admissions Kindergarten to Grade 10: Check the equivalency table. Complete the enquiry form. Our admissions team will contact you. Apply via the OpenApply platform: log in if you have used the system before; if not, sign up; select Admissions Form (Pre-Kinder) and the 2026–2027 academic year; provide the required documents (color photo of the candidate showing the face in JPG format, a family photo, candidate ID, parents' IDs, parents' CV, and proof of payment); for families already at Anglo, the three references are not required. The application deadline is September 30, 2025. Application portal: anglocolombiano.openapply.com.

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FAQs

Where is Colegio Anglo Colombiano located and what ages does it serve?

Colegio Anglo Colombiano is located at Av. Cra 19 # 152A-48 in Bogotá, Colombia, and serves students aged 4 to 18. The campus supports Preschool through Grade 11 across the IB programmes.

What type of curriculum does Anglo offer and what is the school's educational focus?

Anglo is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school combines British and Colombian educational traditions with a global vision and a focus on holistic development and student wellbeing.

Is the school co-educational and when was it founded?

Yes, Colegio Anglo Colombiano is a private, co-educational, non-denominational school founded in 1956. It has a long history of combining tradition and innovation in education.

How do I apply for a place and what are the key dates for Pre‑Kinder admissions?

Pre‑Kinder admissions include information sessions starting August 1, an application deadline of September 30, 2025, interviews between October and December, and Play Days and final results announced between February and April. Families apply through the OpenApply admissions platform and follow the published Pre‑Kinder timeline.

What documents are required when submitting an application?

The application requires a colour photo of the candidate in JPG format, a family photo, the candidate's ID, parents' IDs, parents' CVs, and proof of payment. Families already enrolled at Anglo do not need to provide the three references that are otherwise requested.

Is there a published admissions portal I should use to apply?

Yes, the school uses the OpenApply platform for admissions and applications are submitted via the anglocolombiano.openapply.com portal. Applicants should register or log in to select the appropriate admissions form and academic year.

Which IB programmes are taught at Anglo and what year groups do they cover?

Anglo delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). These programmes span from Pre‑Kinder through Grade 11, providing a continuous IB pathway.

How does the school support students preparing for higher education?

The IB curriculum and Anglo's education prepare students to apply to universities in Colombia and around the world, with graduates fluent in both English and Spanish. Students receive guidance and opportunities that help them apply to a wide range of programmes and top universities internationally.

What sports facilities and physical education provision does the campus have?

The campus has multiple sport venues and provides about four hours of Physical Education each cycle as part of the IB curriculum. Students can train before or after school and the school fields teams in football, basketball, volleyball, athletics, gymnastics and chess for UNCOLI competitions.

What academic and technology facilities are available to support learning?

Anglo has dedicated academic spaces across the IB programmes and a state‑of‑the‑art technology infrastructure to support learning and digital citizenship. The school uses internal and external assessments to guide targeted support and the Education Support Department adapts learning to diverse needs.

What kinds of extracurricular activities and clubs are offered beyond the school day?

A wide range of before‑ and after‑school activities are offered, including Robotics, LEGO, Cooking, Parkour, Football, Skating, Ballet, Olympic Gymnastics, and Baking. Students can also take individual music lessons, join choir and bands, and participate in other complementary programmes.

Does Anglo run student leadership or public‑speaking programmes?

Yes, students lead and participate in forums such as CACMUN (Model United Nations) and TEDx ColegioAngloColombiano, which develop leadership, research and public‑speaking skills. The school also supports student government roles like Prefects and House Captains.

How does the school support students with additional learning needs or language needs?

The Education Support Department provides a Multi‑Tier System of Support with differentiated instruction, remedial literacy interventions and targeted services at no additional cost. Spanish as an Additional Language (SAL) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes and classroom differentiation help newcomers and learners who need extra language support.

What safeguarding and mental wellbeing provisions are in place for students?

Safeguarding is managed through a Safeguarding Policy and Procedures Manual, online‑safety and behaviour guidelines, and a designated team led by a Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputy. A Wellbeing lead (appointed in 2017), socio‑emotional counsellors, a Wellness Programme and training for the community support students' mental wellbeing.

Do students wear a uniform and how is it organised?

Yes, Anglo uses a school uniform organised around a six‑day cycle; students wear PE uniform on the days they have Physical Education in that cycle. Families consult the school's uniform guide for specific items tied to the rotational schedule.

What catering options are available for students and who oversees school meals?

The Anglo cafeteria, Anglo's Kitchen, operates with modern facilities and a nutrition professional who develops varied menus with vegetarian options and compliance with health guidelines. Pre‑School children receive two snacks and lunch daily, First graders receive a morning snack and lunch, and the rest of students receive a daily lunch.

How does the house system work and what kinds of inter‑house activities are there?

Anglo has a British‑style house system with four houses: Beatty, Hood, Nelson and Rodney, and awards a Year Cup to the house with the most points across competitions. Inter‑house activities include Sports Day, inter‑house dances, declamation and singing, debates and other competitions that encourage student participation.

What accreditations does Colegio Anglo Colombiano hold?

Colegio Anglo Colombiano is an IB World School and has held Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation since 1998. These recognitions reflect its long‑standing international standards and IB implementation.

What languages are used for instruction and what language options do students have?

English is the main language of instruction and Spanish is taught daily in the younger years to foster bilingualism. In Secondary, students can choose a third language with options that include French, Italian and German.

Can you tell me about the school's history and how parents participate in governance?

The Anglo was founded in 1956 by Colombian and British citizens and has developed a governance structure that includes a Board of Governors elected by parents and co‑opted members. Parents participate through the Parents' Council and the Superior Council, and governance includes collaboration with the Teachers' Council, Academic Council and student representatives.

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