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Colombia, Barranquilla
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1. Inscripción al proceso: Complete the online admissions form, make the required payment, and upload the documents required for the grade your child is applying for. The form is accessed through the admissions portal. Entry is determined by age as of August 31 of the school year: Kinderkrippe (Preschool) 3 years; Pre-Kindergarten 4 years; Kindergarten 5 years. This age policy ensures appropriate emotional and academic development for each stage.
2. Entrevista a padres de familia: A session with the academic and guidance team to get to know you, resolve questions, and accompany you in your decision. The interview aims to clarify expectations and provide personalized guidance. The interview follows the submission of the online form. The information gathered helps tailor the admissions process to each family.
3. Valoración del aspirante: We conduct an observation for Kindergarten applicants and perform evaluative tests for other levels, according to grade and developmental stage. The evaluation assesses readiness and fit for the program. The results inform the admissions decision. This step ensures placement aligns with the student's development.
4. Evaluación del Comité de Admisiones: Once the process is complete, a specialized Admissions Committee analyzes each case individually and communicates the decision and next steps. The committee ensures careful review and provides clear guidance on subsequent steps. Families receive a formal admission decision and information on how to proceed.
Colegio Alemán de Barranquilla is a historic German international school in Colombia, founded in 1912 and located on the Via al Mar campus since 2002. The school offers a bilingual program in German, Spanish and English, with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Bachillerato alongside a German curriculum. It is affiliated with the German government and forms part of the global network of Auslandsschulen supported by ZfA, providing recognized credentials and updated methodologies with cultural immersion opportunities. The campus spans more than 55,000 square meters, featuring modern classrooms, laboratories, a library, arts and technology spaces, green areas, and multiple sports facilities. In Kindergarten, the Reggio Emilia approach guides learning through play, creativity and exploration. The school earned Microsoft Show‑Case School status in 2021 and renewed its accreditation with BLI 3.0 in 2022; in 2024 it added an IB specialization. The school remains committed to academic and intercultural excellence for families.
