
Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira)
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Updated July 2026
The Liceo Inglés is a private, bilingual (English-Spanish) school located in Pereira, Colombia, founded in 1986. It provides a comprehensive education for students from preschool through high school, emphasizing academic excellence and international accreditation.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school views education as a permanent, integral process that fosters the development of individuals capable of understanding their own culture and others. It considers the family the central nucleus of a student's formation, which is then complemented by the school and society through a focus on values and bilingual competence.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual curriculum spanning Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School. The academic programme prioritizes English language proficiency and utilizes the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessment to monitor and improve student performance. Since 1994, the school has employed certified teachers from English-speaking countries to support its bilingual mission.
Outcomes
The school is accredited by Cognia (formerly SACS/CASI), which facilitates the admission of graduates into American and international universities. The school also offers a High School American diploma programme.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains an inclusion policy and a formal inclusion protocol to support its educational community. It emphasizes a safe and respectful environment, focusing on empathy, mutual respect, and peaceful conflict resolution as core components of its school culture.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What ages does Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) teach?
- Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) enrolls students aged 2 to 18.
- What accreditations does Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) hold?
- Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) holds accreditations including Cognia.
- Is Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) co-educational?
- Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) is a co-ed school.
- Where is Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) located?
- Fundacion Liceo Ingles (Pereira) is an international school in Pereira, Colombia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The admissions process requires that all families provide at least two references from current families or alumni. Applicants for grades 1 through 12 are evaluated based on their birth date, current grade level, and academic performance, while preschool applicants must meet specific age requirements by August 31st. The process is not considered initiated until all required documentation is submitted and the non-refundable application fee is paid.
Calendar
The school operates on a 'Calendario B' schedule. Specific term dates and holiday schedules are managed through the school's internal calendar system.
About the campus
Located on a rural campus (sede campestre) at Km 5 Via Cerritos in Pereira, the school has been developing its physical plant since 1990. The campus includes dedicated classrooms, sports facilities, and academic and cultural spaces designed to support the school's comprehensive educational model.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a variety of extracurricular activities from grades 1 to 12, including the Student Council (STUCO), the National Honor Society (NHS), and the Junior National Honor Society (NJHS). The school also offers a Model United Nations (FLIMUN) programme, an arts society (ARTSSO), and competitive sports teams in volleyball, football, and basketball.






- Eloísa RodríguezRectora
Eloísa Rodríguez holds a PhD and serves as the Rectora (Principal) of the Fundación Liceo Inglés. In her welcome message, she emphasizes the school's commitment to bilingualism, academic improvement through MAP assessments, and fostering a safe, respectful school community.
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