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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.
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.
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.
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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FAQs
When was Gimnasio Campestre founded?
The school was founded around 1959 and has over 65 years of educational history in Ibague, Colombia.
What age groups does the school accept?
The school accepts students from Maternal (around age 2) through Grade 11 (around age 17).
What is the school's educational approach?
Gimnasio Campestre uses an arts-integrated education model with an investigative methodology emphasizing critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and artistic expression.
Does the school provide transportation?
Yes, transportation is provided for students as part of the school's services.
Are meals provided?
Yes, full meal provision is included as part of the school's full-day (jornada integral) program.
Is there a uniform requirement?
Yes, uniforms are required at Gimnasio Campestre.
What recent awards has the school received?
The school won first place in the FUNIBER International Pre-university Award in 2025 for its pre-university preparation program.
Where is the campus located?
The campus is at Km 5 on the Variante road towards Armenia, outside Ibague in Tolima, Colombia, in a rural setting surrounded by nature.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, Gimnasio Campestre is a co-educational school accepting both boys and girls.
How can I apply?
Admissions for 2026 are open. Contact the school at +57 317 378 0954 or email info@gimnasiocampestre.edu.co.
