Colegio Santa María

The school is guided by the values of the Gospel of Jesus and universal moral principles, aiming to foster the development of personality and harmonious coexistence. It emphasizes values such as responsibility, respect, solidarity, and dialogue. The institution seeks to form integral leaders who are capable of making free and fair decisions while applying their learning to real-life situations.

The academic model is based on constructivism and the Teaching for Understanding framework, with a focus on student-centered, meaningful learning. The curriculum includes a socio-affective development program, the Koalaty ethics program, language studies using a communicative approach, and mathematics based on the Singapore method and Colombian Ministry of Education standards. The school also integrates STEM projects, digital citizenship, and arts and sports activities, with a strong emphasis on promoting English as a second language. Stages include preschool (Pre-kinder, Kinder, and Transition) and primary (grades first through fifth).

The school provides a dedicated school counselor to support student well-being. Additionally, a school coexistence committee is responsible for identifying, documenting, and resolving conflicts among students, teachers, and parents to maintain a harmonious environment.

The admissions process begins with a pre-registration form, followed by an information session and the purchase of an application form. The final stages include an interview with parents and a meeting with the applicant, followed by confirmation and the formal enrollment process. Applicants may indicate a connection to the school, such as having a sibling currently enrolled or being the child of an alumnus.

The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with administrative hours from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The academic year includes various institutional events, pedagogical outings, and community activities. Detailed scheduling for the school year is available through the institution's official calendar.

The campus is situated in Bogotá and features green areas and spacious facilities. Key amenities include a chapel, a library, a cafeteria, a sports center, and an auditorium. These spaces are designed to support the school's academic and extracurricular activities.