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Marymount School Barranquilla

Colombia, Barranquilla

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Language Provision

Language learning opportunities and multilingual education

Language Provision

English is taught under the Cambridge curriculum for English, Science and Mathematics. French is developed through the CEFR (level B1). English Social Sciences uses AERO standards. The Preschool Library offers materials in both English and Spanish; the school library provides resources in English and Spanish to support language development. The institution is preparing to make English its second language.

Bilingual Teaching

French program trains bilingual citizens in French language and French-speaking cultures to CEFR level B1. English, Science and Mathematics follow the Cambridge curriculum (adopted in 2019). English Social Sciences uses AERO standards, while French is developed through the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The program is guided by a bilingualism plan and the Ministry of National Education's guidelines for foreign languages.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Unlisted
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1092
Type Co-educational
Opened 1953
Bus Service No

Marymount Barranquilla is a bilingual Catholic day school with a history dating to 1953. The campus network includes a Preschool in Barranquilla and a site in Sabanilla, offering modern science laboratories, a library, and dedicated spaces for music, dance, art, and theatre. The school has a 25-meter swimming pool, a coliseum for volleyball and basketball, and a knowledge and technology center to support projects. The curriculum blends national and international standards. Since 2019, Cambridge courses in English, Science and Mathematics have been taught; English Social Studies follows the AERO Standards; French follows CEFR; Physical Education follows NASPE; Art uses NAfME; Library uses AASL; Technology develops ISTE standards; Religion aligns with the Episcopal Conference. Instruction is bilingual (English and Spanish) from early years. In high school, students may pursue Advanced Mathematics and Engineering, Advanced Biology and Science, or Advanced Economics, Humanities and Arts. The NOVA program provides personalized options for achievers.

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