Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael
Part of Corporación Educativa Minuto de Dios
Updated July 2026
IB PYP
Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael is a bilingual, international school located in Tenjo, Cundinamarca, backed by the Corporación Educativa Minuto de Dios. It offers a comprehensive education from preschool through to the completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school operates under the legacy of Father Rafael García-Herreros, focusing on integral human development, social commitment, and education guided by the Gospel. It employs a constructivist pedagogical model that emphasizes four fundamental pillars: learning to know, learning to do, learning to live together, and learning to be. The institution aims to form students with an international mindset who are capable of making ethical decisions and addressing complex real-world challenges.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual curriculum that integrates the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Diploma Programme (PD). The IB Diploma Programme is a two-year course for students in grades 10 and 11, featuring six subject groups and three core components: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). Additionally, the school incorporates English language certification through Cambridge Assessment and follows a STEM-based approach across all levels, from preschool to secondary education.
Outcomes
The school has a 25-year history of providing bilingual, international education with a focus on STEM and social commitment. Graduates are prepared for higher education through the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with many students gaining recognition for their academic and extracurricular achievements.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a policy of access and inclusion as part of its commitment to the International Baccalaureate framework. It emphasizes a constructivist pedagogical approach, utilizing the Modificabilidad Estructural Cognitiva (MEC) to support students in becoming managers of their own learning processes.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael offer?
- Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael offers IB PYP and IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael?
- Annual tuition at Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael is COP 21.4M–COP 22.4M. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael hold?
- Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael co-educational?
- Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael is a co-ed school.
- Where is Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael located?
- Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael is an international school in Madrid, Colombia.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2023-2024| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Prejardín | 3–3 | COP 21.4M |
| Jardín | 4–4 | COP 21.4M |
| Transición | 5–5 | COP 22.4M |
| Primero | 6–6 | COP 22.4M |
| Segundo | 7–7 | COP 22.4M |
| Tercero | 8–8 | COP 22.4M |
| Cuarto | 9–9 | COP 22.4M |
| Quinto | 10–10 | COP 22.4M |
| Sexto | 11–11 | COP 21.8M |
| Séptimo | 12–12 | COP 22.1M |
| Octavo | 13–13 | COP 21.6M |
| Noveno | 14–14 | COP 21.8M |
| Décimo | 15–15 | COP 21.8M |
| Undécimo | 16–16 | COP 21.8M |
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Other fees(3)
| Bus / transport· Transporte anual por zonas: Zona 1: $4.286.400, Zona 2: $4.560.000, Zona 3: $5.209.800, Zona 4: $5.472.000 | — |
|---|---|
| Meals· Alimentación anual | COP 4.6M |
| Materials· Guías escolares preescolar ($203.112), Guías escolares 1° a 9° ($191.164), Plataforma Kognity IB 10° y 11° ($400.000), Sistematización de notas ($36.442), Publicaciones y anuario ($84.113), Prueba Cambridge 5° ($352.000), Prueba Cambridge 8° ($768.000) | — |
Admissions
The school provides a step-by-step admissions process for prospective families, which includes an online application form and an entrance assessment to evaluate the strengths and needs of the applicant. Interested families can contact the school directly via phone, email, or an online chat service to receive guidance from the admissions team. Detailed information regarding the process and required documentation is available through the school's administrative office.
Calendar
The academic year includes scheduled quarterly evaluations and formal closing ceremonies for primary and secondary levels. Specific dates for these events are managed through the school's internal calendar, which is accessible to current students and parents via the institutional platform.
About the campus
Located in Tenjo, Cundinamarca, the campus is designed to provide a rural, nature-integrated environment that enhances the learning experience. The facilities support a range of academic and extracurricular activities, and the school provides a virtual tour for prospective families to explore the grounds.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in various activities that foster leadership and collaboration, such as the San Rafael Model of United Nations (RAFMUN). The school also offers specialized programmes, including an infant-juvenile music programme, and encourages student involvement in inter-school events and community-focused projects.
Darcy FlórezRectoraDarcy Flórez serves as the Rector of the Gimnasio Campestre San Rafael, where she leads a team of collaborators dedicated to providing high-quality education. She emphasizes the school's commitment to integral human development, social responsibility, and an education rooted in the legacy of Father Rafael García-Herreros.