Why Study at the French
International School of Bogotá?

Although our identity is anchored in the French language and culture, our commitment to authentic multilingualism drives us to offer strong English instruction from the earliest years. We recognize the value of English as an international language, which is why our students grow up mastering French, Spanish, and English—opening doors to a boundless future. Languages are integrated across classes, projects, and extracurricular activities, enabling real and continuous immersion that strengthens their communication skills and cultural openness.

Starting at the age of 2, our students embark on an educational journey guided by the French national curriculum, structured into carefully planned stages: École Maternelle, École Élémentaire, Collège, and Lycée. Each level progressively develops cognitive, emotional, and social skills through a holistic approach that respects each student’s individual learning pace.

French pedagogy promotes autonomy, critical thinking, continuous assessment, freedom of conscience, and respect for diversity. Our graduates complete their studies with the Baccalauréat, an internationally recognized diploma that opens the doors to universities in France, Europe, and around the world.

Our educational model incorporates innovative pedagogical tools that prepare students for the world of tomorrow. Through approaches such as STEM, gamification, computational thinking, logic, innovation, and creativity, students develop essential 21st-century skills. We integrate artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D design, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) into the learning process, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and nurture talent.

We believe that international education should not be synonymous with inaccessibility. Our financial model is based on fair and competitive costs, allowing more families to access a high-quality educational project. We also offer sibling discounts, scholarships, and financial aid options—especially for students with French nationality through agreements with AEFE. We are committed to inclusive education, free of economic barriers, that values diversity and family effort.

Located in the ecological municipality of La Calera, just outside Bogotá, the Lycée sits on a campus surrounded by nature: fresh air, majestic mountains, ecological trails, a school farm, a high Andean forest, and the Teusacá River winding through the grounds. With over 85,000 m² of modern and sustainable infrastructure, we embrace the “Learning in Green” pedagogy, which views nature as an open and permanent classroom.

This setting is more than a visual privilege—it is a pedagogical tool that enhances learning, emotional well-being, and commitment to the planet.

The Lycée stands out for offering a holistic education that balances academic excellence with artistic, athletic, ethical, and emotional development. We provide high-level facilities: a heated swimming pool, astronomical observatory, motor skills classrooms, multi-sports courts, an art studio, media center, play library, dance and music rooms, modern libraries, and thematic spaces for symbolic play and creative thinking.

In addition, the curriculum includes philosophy from an early age, citizenship education, interdisciplinary projects, clubs, workshops, camps, and extracurricular activities in multiple languages. Our students grow with self-awareness, empathy for others, and a sense of connection to the world.

At the French Lycée, it is not necessary to be a French speaker or hold French nationality to experience a successful education. Our model is inclusive and designed to support each student according to their individual needs, thanks to a highly qualified teaching team, personalized attention, small class sizes, and professionals specialized in academic support, psychology, speech therapy, and school life.

We encourage active family involvement, ongoing teacher communication, and foster an environment of respect, dignity, and equity. The school is a place of life where every child is welcomed, valued, and heard.

The Lycée is part of the AEFE network, which includes over 580 institutions in 139 countries. This global network ensures pedagogical continuity: students can pursue their education at any French Lycée around the world. We are also supported by key institutional partners such as the French Embassy, Campus France, Alliance Française, Club Concorde, Bogotá Accueil, among others.

Our alumni are part of a global network of over 600,000 individuals, many of whom have gone on to hold leadership positions in politics, culture, science, and business. They are ambassadors of a demanding, diverse, and humanistic educational model.

Our goal is clear: to be a leading institution in plurilingual and multicultural education in Colombia and Latin America. We envision ourselves as a forward-thinking academic community, committed to continuous improvement, sustainability, and the development of future leaders—brilliant, empathetic, and socially aware.

Guided by our core values—equity, justice, respect, and dignity—and with the Mountain Toucan as a symbol of our biodiversity and resilience, we move forward with determination toward education with purpose.