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Colegio Colombo Hebreo

Colombia, Bogotá

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 220
Type Co-educational
Opened 1948
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Hebrew
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Preschool, High School
Introduction

Colegio Colombo Hebreo is a Jewish day school in Bogota, Colombia, founded in 1948 with over 75 years of history. The school serves students from age 3 through Grade 11, with divisions including GAN (preschool, ages 3-6), Primary (Grades 1-5), and Secondary/Bachillerato (Grades 6-11). The school follows Universal Judaism principles and integrates Jewish values including respect, community solidarity, leadership, identity, and spirituality into its educational approach. Play-based learning is emphasized in preschool, with critical thinking developed through upper grades. The school provides kosher meals, bus service, and vocational and extracurricular activities. Led by Rector Jorge Avila, the school has an active student government.

Suba, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia

The Essentials

Colegio Colombo Hebreo has 220 pupils, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Colegio Colombo Hebreo is located in Bogota, Colombia, on a single campus serving all divisions from preschool through secondary.

Stages
The school is organized into GAN (preschool, ages 3-6), Primary (Grades 1-5), and Secondary/Bachillerato (Grades 6-11).

Type
Colegio Colombo Hebreo is a private, co-educational Jewish day school. There are no boarding facilities.

Country affiliation
The school has ties to Jewish and Israeli culture through its Universal Judaism affiliation and Hebrew language instruction.

Religious affiliation
The school is affiliated with Universal Judaism and integrates Jewish values and traditions throughout its educational program. Kosher meals are provided.

Bus service
Bus service is available for students.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school provides kosher meals (Alimentacion Kosher), following Jewish dietary laws.

Governance and Ownership
Colegio Colombo Hebreo is an independent Jewish day school. Students participate in student government (Gobierno Escolar), contributing to school governance.
Academics

Colegio Colombo Hebreo teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
The school follows the Colombian national curriculum with Jewish educational components integrated throughout. The preschool (GAN) uses a play-based learning approach, while upper grades emphasize critical thinking and constructive learning. Students are encouraged to construct their own learning narrative.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes six core values: respect for others, community solidarity, leadership, identity formation, spirituality, and critical thinking. These values guide student development from preschool through secondary.
Parent Experience

History
Colegio Colombo Hebreo was founded in 1948, making it one of the established Jewish schools in Colombia with over 75 years of history. The school has served the Jewish community in Bogota across generations.

Community
The school is central to Bogota's Jewish community, fostering solidarity and identity through shared cultural and educational experiences. Community values of respect and mutual support are emphasized.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates from a single campus in Bogota with facilities serving all three divisions: GAN (preschool), Primary, and Secondary.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Vocational and extracurricular activity spaces are available on campus.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Cultural & Language
Jewish cultural events, traditions, and celebrations are woven into school life throughout the year. Hebrew language instruction connects students to Jewish heritage.

Community & Service
Community solidarity is one of the school's six core values. Students engage in community service as part of the school's commitment to social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
Student government (Gobierno Escolar) provides leadership opportunities. Vocational programs are available for older students. The school emphasizes leadership development as a core value.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish is the primary language of instruction, with English also used. Hebrew is taught as part of the Jewish educational program.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Families interested in enrolling their children can begin the application process through the school website or by contacting the school directly.

2. Campus visits are encouraged for prospective families to experience the school environment.

3. The school accepts students from age 3 (GAN preschool) through Grade 11.
School Events
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