Colegio Tilata

What Colegio Tilata does

Colegio Tilatá is a private, bilingual (Spanish-English) K-12 school located on a rural ('campestre') campus in La Calera, on the outskirts of Bogotá, Colombia. Founded in 1992, the school serves students from preescolar (Pre-K) through undécimo (11th grade) under the Colombian national curriculum integrated with International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and Cambridge Assessment International Education certifications. The institution is organized into four academic divisions — Preescolar, Primaria, Escuela Media, and Escuela Alta — each with a dedicated director, and is led by Director General María Isabel Casas Andrade and Rector Camilo Bonilla Pérez. The school is governed by a Consejo Directivo (Board of Directors) and a Gobierno Escolar structure that includes parent and student councils.

The school's product offering extends beyond academics to include an extracurricular sports program (participating in UNCOLI and AACBI competitions), arts and music programs (including the Tatán Sutagcí ensemble), the IB-required CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) program, and the ECOS social/environmental impact program in partnership with TECHO. Administratively, the school operates on Phidias for parent/student portal and school management, SchoolNet for supplier management, and a vehicle-tag system for campus access; an online enrollment portal handles admissions. A YouTube-based podcast, 'El Pensatorio,' supports thought-leadership branding. Revenue is generated entirely from recurring tuition and registration fees paid by enrolled families through the PSE (online payment) system; pricing is not publicly disclosed and is communicated during the admissions process. The customer base consists of upper-middle-class Bogotá-area families seeking internationally credentialed bilingual education with a holistic development philosophy.

Name

Colegio Tilata

Legal name

Colegio Tilatá

Website

https://colegiotilata.edu.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Colegio Tilatá is a private bilingual (Spanish-English) K-12 school in La Calera near Bogotá, Colombia, offering IB Diploma and Cambridge-certified education from preschool through 11th grade to upper-middle-class families seeking internationally credentialed holistic education.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

English Learner (EL/ESL/ELL) & Bilingual Education Programs (EDAJAGAB), International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK)

Keywords

• Private bilingual education
• International Baccalaureate program
• Cambridge international curriculum
• K-12 bilingual schooling
• Holistic private education

Headquarters

HQ city

Bogotá

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Registration Fees: The school generates revenue primarily through tuition fees paid by enrolled families. Payment is made through PSE (online payment system) with the tuition being charged periodically.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Colegio Tilatá provides bilingual (Spanish-English) private K-12 education from Preescolar through 11th grade on a rural campus near Bogotá, structured around International Baccalaureate (IB) and Cambridge certification programs. The school delivers core academics across four divisions (Preescolar, Primaria, Escuela Media, Escuela Alta), complemented by extracurricular sports, arts, the IB CAS program, and the ECOS social and environmental impact program. The fundamental offering is the educational service paid for through recurring tuition fees.

Product overview

Colegio Tilatá is a private bilingual school in La Calera, Colombia, offering a comprehensive educational program from preescholar to high school. The institution operates as a unified educational platform comprising IB (International Baccalaureate) programs, Colombian national curriculum with bilingual instruction, and extensive extracurricular offerings. The school is organized into four academic divisions: Preescolar (early childhood), Primaria (primary), Escuela Media (middle school), and Escuela Alta (high school). Beyond academics, the school provides extracurricular activities including sports teams, artistic programs, music ensembles, and the IB-required CAS program. Administrative services include online enrollment portals and an internal supplier management system called SchoolNet.

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Brands

• Perfil Tilatá: Educational profile framework encompassing family, teacher, and graduate profiles that align values between the school and families.
• ECOS (Ecosistema de Cuidado Social)
• El Pensatorio

Products and services

• Educación Bilingüe (Bilingual Education Program) Core bilingual education program combining the Colombian national curriculum with international English-language instruction, preparing students for global academic environments. Targeted at families seeking bilingual K-12 education.
• Programa del Diploma IB (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme providing rigorous academic preparation with emphasis on critical thinking, community service, and international-mindedness. Targeted at high school students preparing for university admission.
• Educación Preescolar (Preschool Education) Early childhood education covering Prejardín, Jardín, and Transición levels, focusing on holistic development of young children. Targeted at families with preschool-age children.
• Educación Primaria (Primary Education) Primary education program (Grades 1-5) with integrated curriculum and specialist subjects including languages, arts, and technology. Targeted at families with elementary-age children.
• Escuela Media (Middle School) Middle school program (Grades 6-9) preparing students for IB programs with focus on critical thinking and subject specialization.
• Escuela Alta (Upper School / High School) High school program (Grades 10-11) offering IB Diploma preparation and specialized academic tracks. Targeted at families seeking rigorous pre-university education.
• Extracurriculares Deportivas (Sports Extracurriculars) Sports programs including football/soccer, volleyball, basketball, athletics, and participation in UNCOLI and AACBI athletic competitions. Targeted at enrolled students.
• Actividades Artísticas y Musicales (Arts and Music Activities) Arts and music programs including theatre, choir, dance, cinema, drawing, and music ensemble (Tatán Sutagci). Targeted at enrolled students.
• Programa CAS (Creatividad, Actividad, Servicio) Creativity, Activity, Service program enabling students to engage in creative pursuits, physical activities, and community service projects. Required IB Diploma component. Targeted at IB Diploma students.
• Proyecto ECOS (Social and Environmental Impact Program) Social and environmental impact initiatives including TECHO volunteer work, second-hand store, and environmental conservation projects. Targeted at students and the broader school community.
• Portal de Matrículas (Enrollment Portal) Online enrollment portal for prospective students and families to apply for admission. Targeted at prospective families seeking enrollment.
• Educación con Certificación Cambridge (Cambridge Certification Program) Cambridge Assessment International Education certification program providing students with internationally recognized English language and subject certifications. Targeted at students seeking internationally recognized credentials.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• International Baccalaureate (IB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerColegio Tilatá is an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme. The school integrates IB methodology and prepares students for IB examinations.
• Cambridge Assessment International EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school is authorized to offer Cambridge certifications, providing students with internationally recognized English language and subject certifications.
• UNCOLIcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNCOLI is an athletic and academic competition network of private schools in Colombia. Colegio Tilatá participates in UNCOLI festivals for football, volleyball, athletics, and other sports.
• AACBI (Asociación Andina de Colegios del Bachillerato Internacional)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAndean Association of IB Schools that organizes the annual AACBI Cup, a sports competition for IB schools in the region. Tilatá participates annually with football and volleyball teams.
• TECHOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial organization present in Latin America that works to overcome poverty in informal settlements. Tilatá students volunteer with TECHO on community service projects.
• Red PapazminorOthersColombian education network focused on parent engagement and child welfare.
• AshokaminorOthersGlobal organization supporting social entrepreneurs. Listed among the school's affiliations.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Colegio Gran Bretaña: Bilingual private school in the Bogotá region offering international programmes; directly comparable for target customer and curriculum model.
• Colegio Andino: Bogotá private bilingual K-12 school with international curriculum track; comparable for premium bilingual positioning serving affluent Bogotá families.
• Colegio Anglo Colombiano: Established private bilingual school in Bogotá serving preschool through grade 12 with international curricula; directly comparable as a premium Bogotá-area K-12 competitor targeting affluent bilingual families.
• Colegio Rochester: Bogotá-based private bilingual K-12 school with IB programmes and a long operating history; comparable as a premium full-spectrum bilingual competitor with similar family target market.
• Colegio San Carlos: Private bilingual K-12 school in Bogotá offering IB tracks and international certifications; competes for the same affluent Bogotá families seeking international credentials.
• Colegio Nueva Granada: Long-established private bilingual K-12 school in Bogotá with IB and international curriculum offerings; directly comparable for premium bilingual positioning and full-grade pipeline.
• Colegio San Jorge de Inglaterra: Private bilingual school in Bogotá with IB programmes and a strong reputation; comparable for affluent family segment and international credential offering.
• Colegio Mayor de los Andes: Bogotá private bilingual school targeting similar upper-middle-class families with international curriculum options; comparable for premium K-12 positioning.
• International School of Bogotá: International private school in Bogotá offering globally recognized curricula (IB and others); directly comparable for internationally credentialed bilingual K-12 offering.
• Colegio Gimnasio Campestre: Bogotá-area private school with a 'campestre' orientation similar to Tilatá's rural/countryside positioning; comparable for the rural-bilingual niche and family experience.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@El-pensatorio

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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