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Colombia, Medellin
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International curricula form the basis of Vermont School Medellín's academic program, centered on the IB Diploma. The IB Diploma trains students in inquiry, critical analysis and problem solving, preparing them for university life and the global workforce. Academic preparation is complemented by university readiness and research and inquiry components that foster independent learning and global perspectives. Vermont's international focus and accreditations framework underpins its commitment to developing globally minded leaders with strong academic skills.
Extracurricular activities include music and visual arts. Violin is offered as an after‑school program, and painting workshops provide opportunities for creative expression. Lego and robotics clubs foster creativity and engineering thinking, alongside other creative programs available after school. Little Chef, dance and other creative programs are also offered through the after‑school program.
English is taught as a second language from Kinder 4 in an immersive, natural way, with the aim of fluency. Mandarin Chinese is introduced as a foreign language from Stage 4 to Stage 9. The school also features linguistic immersion experiences with international programs in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States and Spain.
Extracurricular activities supplement academics by strengthening social and emotional skills through varied programs and clubs. The After School Program offers Little Chef, Baby Soccer, Volleyball, Painting, Lego, Taekwondo, Violin, Basketball and more, with registration details available. These programs foster teamwork, creativity and practical talents beyond the classroom.
Vermont School cultivates global citizens with values, cultural awareness and social responsibility. The school emphasizes citizen culture, empathy, environmental care and collaboration as core aspects of its community, guiding students to act with integrity and to contribute positively to society.
We develop leaders with critical thinking and global vision. The school combines values with socio‑emotional learning to prepare students to lead with purpose. The international focus and accreditations framework supports university preparation, research and inquiry, and the development of ethical, responsible professionals.
Integral wellbeing is central to Vermont School's approach. A comprehensive welfare program provides counseling, nutrition, nursing and psychology support through an interdisciplinary team, alongside safeguarding policies to ensure safety. The program fosters holistic development—physical, emotional and social well‑being—with initiatives like Global Be Well Day to celebrate wellness. The school also provides balanced feeding programs and safe transport arrangements.
Vermont School Medellín is a private, two-campus international school serving ages 0 to 17. It sits at El Retiro (rural eastern Antioquia) and El Poblado (urban Medellín), part of the Cognita Redcol family. The curriculum centers on the IB Diploma Programme, delivered across Early Steps, Kinder, Primary, Middle School and High School. English is taught as a second language and Mandarin Chinese is introduced as a foreign language; linguistic immersion experiences link with programs in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States and Spain. Founded in 1997, the school evolved from a bilingual project to an IB World School in 2019 and gained Cognia School of Distinction status in 2022, the only Antioquia school to do so. Facilities include two venues designed for integrated learning, with large outdoor spaces and methodologies such as HighScope and RULER. A Kinder Headquarters at El Retiro opened in 2025, expanding facilities for early childhood.
