Newport School

Newport School is a bilingual institution that focuses on forming unique, critical, and investigative individuals through an innovative pedagogical model. It emphasizes the development of leadership, social interaction, and family participation, guided by values such as respect for childhood, emotional intelligence, and social responsibility. The school prioritizes the 'RULER' emotional intelligence program from Yale University and utilizes the 'Project-Based Learning' (PBL) methodology to foster critical thinking and real-world problem-solving.

The school offers a bilingual curriculum from preschool to high school, with instruction primarily in English, while Spanish, Arts, Music, and Sports are taught in Spanish. Students begin learning French from Stage 6 through Stage 9. The academic structure includes the HighScope curriculum in preschool and a Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodology across all levels. Additionally, students have the opportunity to earn a double diploma, consisting of the Colombian diploma and an American High School diploma.

The school features a Learning Support Centre and an interdisciplinary team of professionals, including a nurse, psychologist, speech therapist, physiotherapist, nutritionist, and occupational therapist. This team provides psychological support, acts as a mediator for conflicts, and implements prevention and promotion strategies through transversal projects. They also lead 'Wellbeing' classes that focus on social skills, empathy, and effective communication.

The admissions process involves a personalized tour of the school, followed by an application and form submission. Applicants participate in an interview and assessment to determine their strengths, after which the school communicates the admission results. Once accepted, families formalize the process through payment and enrollment documentation. The school offers benefits such as a referral program, alumni advantages, sibling discounts, and corporate agreements.

Newport School operates on a 'Calendar B' schedule, which aligns its academic year with the holiday periods of countries such as the United States and Canada. This includes a longer break in the middle of the year and a shorter break in December. The school day runs from Monday to Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. (or 4:15 p.m. for those in extracurriculars), and Fridays from 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. (or 3:45 p.m. for extracurriculars).

Newport School operates across two campuses: a Kindergarten site in Cañaveral and a Primary and Secondary site in Ruitoque Bajo. The facilities include spacious, well-lit classrooms equipped with technology, as well as libraries, laboratories, art zones, and recreational areas designed for nature connection and active learning. Each space is organized to promote collaboration, creativity, and the practical resolution of problems.

The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities designed to complement the academic experience and foster student development. These activities provide opportunities for students to engage in social interaction, explore talents, and apply skills in practical settings. Participation in these programs is encouraged to help students build relationships and reinforce their socio-emotional learning.