British International School

Our Story Founded over 40 years ago, British International School (BIS) — also known as Colegio Británico Internacional S.A.S. — is a private international school located in the Barranquilla, Atlántico region of Colombia. It is dedicated to forming well-rounded citizens through a trilingual learning environment in Spanish, English, and French, set within an inspiring natural campus. As a member of the Inspired Education Group, the school connects its community to a global family of more than 110 private schools across 24 countries, serving over 80,000 students worldwide. BIS emphasizes socio-emotional wellbeing and integrates prestigious international academic frameworks to prepare global leaders for a diverse and changing world. The institution holds a strong local track record with 548 IB diplomas awarded and a student body of 1,121 learners. Programs & Trainings 🎓 Early Years (Preescolar) — Combines the best United Kingdom early-childhood practices with the Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum and Colombian national requirements to deliver integrated, whole-child preparation. 🎓 Primary Education (Primaria) — Merges three educational programs to provide a complete education, focusing on high academic standards and the social-emotional aspects of each student with adaptability to individual characteristics. 🎓 Secondary Education (Secundaria) — Fuses national and international curricula, including the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program, to deliver a comprehensive education that prepares students for global standards and fosters essential skills for success. 🎓 International Baccalaureate (IB) Pathway — A core component of secondary education; the school has awarded 548 IB diplomas and offers 10 elective options within the program. 🎓 Cambridge Curriculum — Integrated into Early Years and Primary stages, aligned with Colombian regulations and UK best practices. 🎓 Global Exchange Program (Programa de Intercambio Global) — Enables students to explore other cultures, build leadership skills, and participate in collaborative projects abroad within the Inspired network. 🎓 Inspired Summer Camps & Leadership Conferences — Offers camps, student exchanges, leadership conferences, and collaborative projects across 24 countries. 🎓 Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) — A structured experiential-learning program promoting community engagement, personal growth, and social responsibility. 🎓 House System (Sistemas de Casas / Phidias) — A competitive house structure designed to foster belonging, teamwork, and school spirit. 🎓 Big Games — Large-scale sports and community events integrated into the school calendar and student life. 🎓 EcoCampus — An environmental and sustainability-focused campus initiative embedded in daily school operations. 🎓 Knowledge Center (Centro de Conocimientos) — A resource hub that supports inquiry-based learning, research, and academic exploration. 🎓 Social Behavior Program (Comportamiento Social) — A dedicated framework for character development, positive conduct, and citizenship. 🎓 Wellbeing & Nursing (Bienestar / Enfermería) — On-site wellbeing and nursing services that support the physical and emotional health of the student community. 🎓 University Acceptance Guidance (Aceptaciones Universitarias) — A support program that guides students through university admissions and placement processes. Specialties 🎯 Trilingual international education (Spanish, English, French) 🎯 International Baccalaureate (IB) and Cambridge academic pathways 🎯 Socio-emotional wellbeing and whole-child development 🎯 Global citizenship and leadership preparation 🎯 Holistic private schooling from early childhood through secondary 🎯 Integration of Colombian national standards with UK and international curricula 🎯 Experiential learning through CAS, exchanges, and specialist-led extracurriculars Methods & Approach The school blends British best practices with the Cambridge Assessment International Education framework and Colombian Ministry of Education requirements. Pedagogy is highly adaptable to individual student profiles, balancing rigorous academics with social-emotional growth. Specialist-led extracurricular activities are woven into the educational model, promoting engaged, active learners. The secondary stage explicitly merges national and international syllabi to ensure students meet both local and global benchmarks. Leadership, intercultural competence, and personal development are cultivated through real-world projects, international collaborations, and structured wellbeing programs. Who It's For Children and adolescents from early years through secondary school; families seeking a premium private education in Colombia's Atlántico region; students aiming for international university pathways; learners who benefit from trilingual immersion; and families interested in global exchange opportunities, leadership development, and socio-emotional support within a structured international curriculum. Facilities & Practical Info Campus located in the Puerto Colombia area near Barranquilla, featuring an EcoCampus environment. Programs are delivered on-campus in face-to-face formats. Languages of instruction and daily life include Spanish, English, and French. The school calendar, admissions process, and open-door events (Jornada de puertas abiertas) are published on the website. Scholarship programs include the Nsouli Scholarship and the Inspired Scholarship Program. Location Address: Km 6 Autopista Puerto Colombia, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia Hours: See website for academic and community calendar The "+" ✅ Member of Inspired Education Group, unlocking access to 110+ schools, summer camps, exchanges, and leadership conferences across 24 countries ✅ Proven IB track record with 548 IB diplomas awarded and a broad elective offering ✅ Over 40 years of educational experience in the Colombian Caribbean region ✅ Trilingual environment (Spanish, English, French) preparing students for a globalized world