Frequently Asked Questions
Our school offers a comprehensive educational program focused on academic excellence, innovation, and the development of social and emotional skills. We are an international school, following the European calendar, with a solid academic foundation and a global perspective that prepares students to face the challenges of today’s world. Each student learns in a personalized way, fostering their curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking, and acquiring skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
At SEK Colombia International School, children can begin their education from age 4 in Pre-Kindergarten through high school. We offer personalized support at every educational stage, adapting our teaching to the needs and abilities of each student, with special attention to their holistic and academic development.
At our school, we guide each family through a clear and personalized admissions process designed to ensure the student’s genuine integration. The process begins with an application and a one-on-one interview to get to know the family, tour the facilities, and explain our educational philosophy.
As a fundamental part of the process, prospective students attend a full day of orientation during school hours (from 7:20 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.), participating in regular classes and interacting with their future classmates to experience the school environment and academic dynamics firsthand. During this orientation, a diagnostic assessment is also conducted to evaluate their skills and knowledge. The process concludes with a review of the necessary documentation to finalize enrollment.
SEK Colombia International School teaches primarily in Spanish and English, following a bilingual educational model. Students progressively acquire a command of English that allows them to reach an advanced level, complementing their education with communicative, cultural, and academic skills.
The schedule of the SEK Colombia International School is from 7:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., with the possibility of complementary services according to the needs of the families.
Yes, we have our own kitchen, offering our students healthy and balanced menus adapted to different nutritional needs. Our goal is to ensure that students enjoy a healthy and varied diet, fostering good habits from childhood and contributing to their well-being and academic performance.
SEK Colombia International School offers school transportation that covers various areas of Bogotá and the surrounding region. All routes are supervised and adapted to the school schedule, ensuring punctuality and peace of mind for families during their children’s daily commute.
The school offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, music, technology, and creative workshops. These activities complement academic instruction, foster social skills, creativity, and teamwork, and allow students to explore new areas of interest outside the classroom.
Interested families can request a personalized visit through the contact form on our website or by calling the school directly. During the visit, they will be able to see our facilities, learn about our educational program and services, and have any questions answered by the admissions team.
SEK Colombia International School is located in Chía, Cundinamarca. We offer parking and school transportation. On our website, you’ll find an interactive map and directions to get here quickly and easily.
Yes, and they are one of the most special aspects of studying at a SEK school. As part of an educational network present in 17 countries and 26 schools, our students have access to unique international programs: from academic stays in the United States or the United Kingdom, to sports and cultural competitions that bring together students from across the network, as well as work immersion experiences and sustainability projects in Costa Rica. Each program is designed to help students grow, gain independence, and discover the world beyond the classroom.
At SEK, we have highly qualified teachers with international training and experience in active learning methodologies. Many are International Baccalaureate (IB) certified and participate in ongoing professional development programs within our global network. We believe that a strong teaching team is the foundation of a quality education, and that’s why we support our teachers so that every student receives the attention and encouragement they deserve.
