CGB IB Ceremony Speech to the Class of 2025 19 September 2025 Good afternoon, I’m so exicted to be on this stage. We have been part of the CGB family for three years and I feel the difference now between being an audience and being on the stage. I would...
Intentionally International
A truly international school unrivaled in Colombia
Consciously Caring
A truly international school unrivaled in Colombia
Actively Academic
A truly international school unrivaled in Colombia
Deliberately Diverse
A truly international school unrivaled in Colombia
Purposefully Personalised
A truly international school unrivaled in Colombia
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100% of our students obtained A ⭐ to C on their IGCSE results
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Languages Taught: (English, Spanish, French)
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WHAT MAKES OUR SCHOOL SO SPECIAL?
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Where the World Meets to Learn
At CGB, you and your family will feel right at home in a warm, inclusive, and truly international community. With more than 50 nationalities making up 75% of our students, your child will grow up surrounded by diversity, open-mindedness, and global friendships. -
A Safe Place to Grow
Your child’s safety and well-being are our top priorities. With strong safeguarding policies and our No Bully Zone, you can be confident that your child will always feel protected, supported, and valued at CGB. -
Three Diplomas — One Global Future
At CGB, your child’s education opens doors worldwide. Thanks to our dual international accreditation with the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), your child can graduate with three diplomas — the International Baccalaureate Diploma, US High School Diploma, and Colombian High School Diploma.
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English First, Excellence Always
You can be sure your child will learn in an environment where English is taught as a first language by internationally qualified, native-speaking teachers. This guarantees authentic communication, strong academic performance, and confidence in every setting. -
A Global Curriculum with Local Roots
Your child will follow an internationally recognised curriculum while learning Spanish and Colombian Social Studies at levels that meet their needs — helping them connect deeply with Colombia while keeping a global perspective. -
Learning Beyond the Classroom
At CGB, your child’s day goes far beyond academics. Our innovative Co-Curricular Activities and Performing Arts programmes — offered during the school day — nurture creativity, teamwork, and a lifelong love of learning.
WELCOME FROM OUR DIRECTOR
Dear CGB Community,
It is with heartfelt excitement, deep gratitude, and immense pride that I introduce myself as the new Director at Colegio Gran Bretaña. My name is Joe Jalil Hover, and it is truly a privilege to be joining this exceptional community at such an inspiring and dynamic time. Becoming a part of the CGB family—a school celebrated for its excellence, inclusivity, and innovation—is a true honour.
The Academic Year 2025–2026 promises to be one of growth, discovery, and continued achievement. Together, we will take important steps toward realising our ambitious five-year vision, offering transformative opportunities that empower our students to become kind, confident, and capable global citizens. I am deeply grateful for the ongoing commitment of this community to differentiation, inclusion, and safeguarding—values that lie at the very heart of our mission.
Colegio Gran Bretaña is a highly prestigious, private, co-educational, international school (Nursery – Year 13) serving a predominately expatriate population representing more than 50 nationalities.
CGB follows the Northern Hemisphere Calendar from August to June (Calendar B).
SCHOOL NEWS
Information about our most recent school activities!
Excellence you can trust 🌍✨
We were proud to welcome the visiting teams from the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) to our campus—an important milestone that reflects our commitment to the highest international standards in education.
This visit is more than a process; it is a recognition of a learning environment where quality, care, and global vision come together every day 💙
At CGB, our international accreditation represents trust, excellence, and a promise to our families:
an education that prepares students for the world 🌎✨
We are honored to be part of a global network of schools that continuously strive for growth, innovation, and impact 🚀
Looking for a school with world-class standards? This is CGB 👀
#InternationalEducation #CIS #NEASC #AccreditedSchool #GlobalStandards #CGB #FutureReady #EducationExcellence #Bogota #InternationalSchool
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From the classroom to la vie française 🇫🇷✨
Our Francophonie Week was a celebration full of language, culture, and unforgettable moments 💙
Students explored French in the most dynamic way—through games, expressions, and interactive activities that made learning come alive 🗣️🎉
And of course… we couldn’t miss the food 👀
One of the highlights? A delicious French tasting that brought everyone even closer to the culture 🥐✨
Because at CGB, learning a language is not just about words… it’s about living the experience 🌍
Which part would you have loved the most? 👇🇫🇷
Let us know!
#Francophonie #LearnFrench #LanguageLearning #GlobalEducation #internationalschool #InternationalStudent
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Art that speaks, inspires, and challenges 🎨✨
Our Year 13 IB Art Exhibition was a powerful showcase of creativity, talent, and individuality 💙
Each piece tells a story—exploring ideas, emotions, and perspectives that go far beyond the canvas 🖌️
Seeing our students confidently present their work to the school community makes us incredibly proud. This is what happens when passion meets purpose 🌍✨
At CGB, we don’t just create art… we create voices, thinkers, and future creatives 🎭
Which piece caught your attention the most? 👀👇
Let us know and tag your favorite artist 💙
#ArtExhibition #IBStudents #lifeatcgb #InternationalSchool #internationalstudents
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From CGB to New York 🌍✨
Our students proudly represented CGB at a Model United Nations in New York with Change the World Academy 🇺🇳🗽—an unforgettable experience that challenged them to think critically, speak confidently, and lead with purpose.
At CGB, developing leadership and communication skills is at the heart of what we do 💙
And there’s nothing more powerful than giving our students opportunities that push them out of their comfort zone and allow them to truly shine ✨
We are incredibly proud of the talent, confidence, and global mindset they continue to demonstrate 🌎
The world is their stage… and they’re just getting started 🚀 @changetheworldacademy
#CGB #MUN #ChangeTheWorld #GlobalLeaders #StudentLeadership #InternationalSchool #internationalschool
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Ever wondered what a day at CGB looks like? 📷📷
Our Year 13 students are giving you the ultimate campus tour — from the spaces where we learn to the places where our community comes to life. 📷📷📷
This is more than a school… it’s a place where students grow, explore, and prepare for the world. 📷📷
Come see what makes CGB special. Would you study here? 📷
#SchoolTour #CGBCommunity #CampusTour #InternationalSchool #InternationalStudent
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