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Gimnasio Campestre

Colombia, Bogotá

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees COP 1,189,000 - 1,581,000
Ages 2 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 957
Type Co-educational
Opened 1959
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Founded in 1946, Gimnasio Campestre is a traditional all-boys bilingual day school located in northern Bogotá. The institution serves students from prekindergarten through 11th grade, focusing on character education to form "caballeros" (gentlemen) alongside a solid academic program. Instruction is delivered in Spanish and English, with French introduced as an additional language. A defining feature of the curriculum is its proprietary research structure; the school has integrated research into its daily framework for over 25 years through its "Jóvenes Investigadores" initiative and dedicated study centers, publishing student findings in the Astrolabio science journal. Additionally, the school operates the RedIE (School Research Network) in partnership with universities. Extracurricular programs are extensive, including a traditional "Banda de Guerra" (marching band), fencing, robotics, and Mandarin Chinese. The campus supports these activities with specialized athletic infrastructure and spaces designed for community service initiatives led by the student body.

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The Essentials

Gimnasio Campestre has 957 pupils, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Gimnasio Campestre is located at Km 5 on the Variante road towards Armenia, outside Ibague in Tolima, Colombia. The rural campus is surrounded by nature.

Stages
The school offers Maternal (early years), Primary, Secondary, and Upper Secondary (Media) up to Grade 11, with a full-day instruction format.

Type
Gimnasio Campestre is a private, co-educational day school with a full-day schedule (jornada integral). There are no boarding facilities.

School day structure
The school operates on a full-day schedule (jornada integral), with meals provided during the day.

Bus service
Transportation is provided for students.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required at Gimnasio Campestre.

Food Options
Full meal provision is included as part of the school's full-day (jornada integral) program.

Governance and Ownership
Gimnasio Campestre is a private institution with multiple institutional alliances.
Fees

Annual tuition at Gimnasio Campestre ranges from COP 1,189,000 to COP 1,581,000 for 2026/27.

Academics

Gimnasio Campestre teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 17.

Curriculum
The school follows the Colombian national curriculum with an arts-integrated educational approach and an investigative methodology. Critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and artistic expression are central to the teaching approach. A pre-university preparation program is offered for older students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Emotional wellness is a key focus area for the school, with dedicated support for student mental health and emotional development.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental health support is provided as part of the school's emphasis on emotional wellness and holistic student development.
Parent Experience

History
Gimnasio Campestre was founded around 1959 and has over 65 years of educational history in Ibague, Tolima, Colombia. The school has built a reputation for its arts-integrated educational approach.

Community
The school community is centered on its rural campus, with the natural environment fostering a connection to nature and environmental awareness.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is set in a rural location surrounded by natural landscapes, including a streaming water feature. The natural environment is used as an educational resource for environmental appreciation and outdoor learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The pre-university preparation program won first place in the FUNIBER International Pre-university Award in 2025, reflecting the quality of academic enrichment beyond regular classes.

Arts & Creative
Arts are integrated throughout the curriculum, with artistic expression being a core part of the school's educational methodology.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership development is emphasized as part of the school's educational approach.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The natural campus setting supports environmental appreciation and outdoor activities. Emotional wellness and mental health support are priorities.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish is the primary language of instruction. English is offered as a second language program.
Reputation

Awards
FUNIBER International Pre-university Award (2025) - First place, recognizing the quality of the school's pre-university preparation program.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions are open for the 2026 school year. Families can contact the school at +57 317 378 0954 or +57 317 438 5298.

2. The school accepts students from Maternal through Grade 11.

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