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Colegio San Carlos

Colombia, Bogotá

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1400
Type Boys School
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Founded in 1960 by Benedictine monks, Colegio San Carlos is an all-boys, bilingual day school located on an urban-country campus in northern Bogotá. The institution serves approximately 1,400 students from transition through 11th grade, adhering to the Colombian national curriculum while integrating structured English instruction. Known for its focus on science and mathematics, the school maintains specialized laboratories and a robotics program to support STEM education. A distinctive feature of San Carlos is its deep-rooted athletic tradition; students actively participate in UNCOLI league competitions across various categories in sports like basketball, volleyball, and track and field. Beyond academics and athletics, the school fosters critical thinking through student-led initiatives such as the San Carlos Model United Nations (SACMUN) and the long-running school newspaper, El Sancarlista. The educational approach remains grounded in the Benedictine motto Ora et Labora (Pray and Work).

Calle 192 # 14-45, Bogota, Colombia

The Essentials

Colegio San Carlos has 1,400 pupils, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Colegio San Carlos is located at Calle 192 # 14-45 in the north of Bogota, Colombia.

Stages
The school offers Transition (preschool), Primary (Grades 1-5), Secondary (Grades 6-9), and Upper Secondary/Media (Grades 10-11).

Type
Colegio San Carlos is a private, Catholic, bilingual boys' school. It is a day school with no boarding facilities.

Religious affiliation
The school is a Catholic institution that educates students from a Christian vision, emphasizing values of justice and tolerance.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Colegio San Carlos is a private Catholic institution. A student council governance structure provides students with leadership experience.
Academics

Colegio San Carlos teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the Colombian national curriculum with a bilingual Spanish-English program. The Moodle learning management system supports digital learning. Chess is integrated into primary classes as part of the academic program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The "Catch People Doing Things Right" initiative promotes positive behavior and recognition. Conflict resolution practices are embedded in school life.

Safeguarding
The school has documented biosecurity and occupational safety and health (OSH) protocols. A data protection policy is published on the website.
Parent Experience

History
Colegio San Carlos is a Catholic boys' school in Bogota with an active alumni network called Sancarlistas that keeps graduates connected.

Community
The school fosters a sense of community through its Catholic values, social service programs, and alumni network. Model United Nations and sports events bring the school together.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus includes a library, sports facilities, and classroom spaces. The school uses the Moodle learning management system for digital education.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities support programs in soccer, volleyball, and skating.

Academic Facilities
Library services are available. Moodle is used as the school's learning management system for coursework and resources.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Facilities support Model United Nations, chess, and multiple sports programs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Model United Nations gives students experience in diplomacy, debate, and international affairs. Chess is taught from the primary level both as part of the curriculum and as an extracurricular activity.

Community & Service
Social service opportunities are available for students as part of the school's Catholic mission.

Leadership & Professional
The student council governance structure provides leadership opportunities. The school aims to develop leaders for a more just and tolerant society.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports programs include soccer, volleyball, skating, and chess. The school promotes physical activity as part of student development.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish and English are the core languages of instruction in the bilingual program.

Bilingual Teaching
The school operates a bilingual program with instruction in both Spanish and English.
Admissions

Admissions
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2. The school accepts boys only, from Transition (preschool) through Grade 11.

3. Campus visits can be arranged to learn more about the school environment and programs.
School Events
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