Colegio San José de las Vegas
International School in Medellín
Quick answer
San Jose de las Vegas is one of Medellin's larger English-Spanish bilingual schools. Mid-tier pricing, popular with expat families wanting a more local experience.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Colombian, American, Bilingual leaving qualifications include Bachillerato.
- Tuition: $5,500–$11,000/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- 8 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: Colombian Ministry of Education verified.
1,200
8
Rolling
1972
Colombian Ministry of Education
Bachillerato
About Colegio San José de las Vegas
Independent bilingual school founded in 1972 with English-Spanish instruction from preschool through high school. One of the largest expat-friendly schools in Medellin.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,500 – $11,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,750(+18%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,250 |
| Cost position in Medellín | 20th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Colombian, American, Bilingual
Bachillerato
English
unknown
Yes
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
El Poblado, Las Vegas, Envigado
Reviewed by WhereNext against a named source — some fields may be approximate.
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