Colombia, Bogota
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Uniforms are required for all students. A visible ECA shirt is worn daily; new students have up to one week to be in uniform. The ECA uniform includes a white or navy ECA shirt, approved pants or skirts, and PE attire; outerwear and other clothing must be in ECA colors.
Meal Service 2025-26 provides Lunch and Snack. Lunch is offered for PreK–4th at 17,500 and for 5th–12th at 19,500; Snacks are priced at 8,000 for PreK–4th and 9,000 for 5th–12th; an on-site cafeteria is available and an external dining area with an open kitchen is used for cooking projects and special events; an Adults option is listed for Lunch.
El Camino Academy is governed by a self-perpetuating board chosen from Christian parents representing missions and Colombian Christian leaders. Asociación Educando con Cristo is the Colombian legal entity that runs Colegio El Camino Academy.
El Camino Academy is an interdenominational Christian school in Bogotá offering an American-style Pre-K through 12 curriculum with AP options. The program uses a U.S.-based framework through high school, with an option to meet Colombian diploma requirements. Bible, physical education, and fine arts are integrated for all students. AP preparation is available based on student interest and staffing. Secondary class periods are 45 minutes; most core subjects meet five times weekly, while Bible, PE, and electives meet two to four times weekly. All graduates receive both American and a Colombian high school diploma. Founded in 1980 by North American missionaries, ECA has held ACSI accreditation since 1999. The 1.15-acre campus on Bogotá's northern edge houses a library with over 20,000 volumes (90% in English), a science lab, and dedicated art and music spaces. Extracurriculars include a broad sports program and En Sus Manos Music Academy, and a revived ECA Band.