Colegio San Jose Barranquilla

What Colegio San Jose Barranquilla does

Colegio San José Barranquilla is a private Jesuit bilingual and co-educational institution serving families in the Colombian Caribbean region, offering comprehensive education from preschool (Gonzaga Cycle, K2–Transition) through grade 11 (Ignatius Cycle). Operating under the Society of Jesus (Compañía de Jesús) and grounded in the Ignatian Pedagogy framework and 4C Learning model, the school delivers instruction in up to four languages across six academic cycles and complements academics with student support services (SAE), Campus Ministry, the Vibrar Choir, and the CSJB Sports Club. The school earned NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) accreditation in June 2026, operates the AP Capstone Diploma pathway via College Board, and runs the Finnish KiVa anti-bullying program in partnership with the University of Turku.

The business model is a tuition-driven, annual-billing subscription: families pay per academic year, with pricing published annually in a Costos Educativos document and collected through Credibanco, Mi Pago Amigo, and Davivienda payment rails. Distribution is direct-to-consumer — online pre-registration via the school's website and Control Academic, supported by open-house events, social media, and outreach across the Colombian Caribbean. The underlying technology stack is a layer of third-party educational and administrative platforms (HMH Ed, AP Classroom, Control Academic, Educate Magis) layered on top of the in-house Ignatian pedagogy and 4C Learning Framework; there are no proprietary AI, data, or platform products disclosed.

Colegio San José is owned and operated by the Compañía de Jesús (Society of Jesus) through its Colombian province, sits within the global Jesuit educational network, and is a member of FLACSI, ACODESI, and Round Square. Strategic partnerships extend the school's footprint through bilateral international student exchanges with UPrep (Seattle), Cathedral Prep (New York), and the University of Toronto (Canada), while domestic partnerships with Colombian universities (Universidad del Rosario, Javeriana, Sabana, Los Andes, Externado, among others) underpin university placement. Revenue figures, enrollment counts, and tuition levels are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Colegio San Jose Barranquilla

Legal name

Colegio San José – Compañía de Jesús

Website

https://colsanjose.edu.co

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Colegio San José Barranquilla is a Jesuit bilingual K-12 school (preschool through grade 11) in Barranquilla, Colombia, operated by the Society of Jesus and serving families in the Colombian Caribbean region through a multilingual curriculum, AP Capstone, and global exchange programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

English Learner (EL/ESL/ELL) & Bilingual Education Programs (EDAJAGAB)

Keywords

• Bilingual K-12 education
• Jesuit Catholic schooling
• Advanced Placement program
• International student exchanges
• Anti-bullying programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlántico

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Educational Services: The school generates revenue through tuition fees for educational services including bilingual instruction, AP courses, and comprehensive academic programs. Costs are published annually with educational costs documentation available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Colegio San José Barranquilla delivers bilingual (English-Spanish) Catholic education from preschool (K2) through 11th grade, organized into six Jesuit-named academic cycles. The school offers Advanced Placement courses with the AP Capstone Diploma pathway, the KiVa anti-bullying program, international student exchange partnerships, holistic Ignatian formation, and co-curricular programs including athletics, choir, and theater. Revenue is generated primarily through annual tuition fees paid by families.

Product overview

Colegio San Jose Barranquilla is a Jesuit bilingual educational institution offering a comprehensive Pre-K to 11th grade program in the Colombian Caribbean region. The school operates through a cycle-based structure (Gonzaga for preschool, Faber for grades 1-2, Claver for grades 3-5, Xavier for grades 6-8, and Ignatius for grades 9-11), with instruction in up to four languages. The portfolio includes the Advanced Placement (AP) program with AP Capstone Diploma pathway, the KiVa anti-bullying prevention program, global exchange partnerships, athletic programs (CSJB Sports Club), and the Vibrar Choir. Educational philosophy is grounded in Ignatian Pedagogy emphasizing holistic formation, with student support services (SAE) and Campus Ministry providing psychological and spiritual guidance. The institution achieved NEASC accreditation in June 2026.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bilingual Education Program Comprehensive bilingual educational program taught in English and Spanish, serving students from preschool through 11th grade with up to four language instruction at Colegio San José Barranquilla.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Program College-level courses allowing high school students to earn university credits through AP exams, including the AP Capstone Diploma pathway.
• KiVa Anti-Bullying Program Finnish research-based bullying prevention program developed by University of Turku, providing prevention, intervention, and cultural change strategies for students.
• Gonzaga Cycle (Pre-K to Kindergarten) Early childhood education program for K2 to Transition (kindergarten) students, focusing on foundational learning and development.
• Faber Cycle (Grades 1-2) Primary school program for grades 1 and 2, emphasizing literacy development and foundational academic skills.
• Claver Cycle (Grades 3-5) Upper primary program for grades 3-5, building on foundational skills with more complex academic challenges.
• Xavier Cycle (Grades 6-8) Middle school program for grades 6-8, preparing students for secondary education with increased academic rigor.
• Ignatius Cycle (Grades 9-11) Secondary school program for grades 9-11, including semestralization (semester system) and preparation for university admission.
• Global Education Exchange Programs International exchange programs including partnerships with UPrep (Seattle), Cathedral Prep (New York), and University of Toronto, enabling students to study abroad.
• Student Support Services (SAE) Psychological counseling and student guidance services supporting emotional, academic, and personal development.
• CSJB Sports Club Athletic programs and sports teams including volleyball, soccer, basketball, swimming, athletics, and gymnastics.
• Campus Ministry Spiritual formation programs including Mass celebrations, apostolic groups, and service opportunities aligned with Jesuit values.

Quantifiable outcome

• NEASC accreditation earned June 30, 2026, demonstrating international educational standards compliance.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024NEASC accreditation partnership involving comprehensive self-study, peer visits, and official accreditation review process to meet international educational standards.
• Round SquarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational network of schools based on shared values of democracy, environmental stewardship, adventure, and service. Member of Round Square organization for global educational exchanges.
• FLACSI (Federación Latinoamericana de Colegios Jesuitas)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLatin American federation of Jesuit schools providing network of collaboration and support among Jesuit educational institutions in the region.
• ACODESI (Asociación Colombiana de Educación Ignaciana)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerColombian association of Jesuit education. Father Rodolfo Abello serves as President of ACODESI. Provides pedagogical framework and educational standards for Jesuit schools in Colombia.
• Jesuit Global NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal network of over 500 Jesuit schools worldwide, operated by the Society of Jesus (Compañía de Jesús), providing international standards and educational philosophy.
• Jesuits in ColombiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Jesuit province (Compañía de Jesús) overseeing Jesuit institutions in Colombia, providing spiritual and administrative guidance.
• UPrep (University Prep)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExchange partnership with UPrep school in Seattle, USA. Students participate in bilateral exchange programs including seniors and juniors traveling to study.
• Cathedral PrepmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExchange partnership with Cathedral Prep school in New York, USA. Father Christopher Bethge accompanies exchange students. 15-day cultural immersion exchanges for students.
• University of TorontomajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummer exchange program at University of Toronto campus in Canada. Students participate in English language courses and cultural immersion activities.
• College Board (AP Program)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for Advanced Placement program providing AP courses, AP Classroom resources, and AP Capstone Diploma program for university-level coursework and college credit.
• Universidad del NortemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost institution for MUNEA Model United Nations event and university fair participation. Students visit campus for university preparation activities.
• Colombian and International UniversitiesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with universities including Universidad del Rosario, Javeriana, Sabana, Los Andes, Tadeo Lozano, Del Bosque, Externado, Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Simón Bolívar, Sergio Arboleda, San Martín, De la Costa for university fairs and student placement.
• KiVa (University of Turku)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinnish anti-bullying program developed by University of Turku. More than 50 teachers trained and certified in this international methodology for bullying prevention and intervention.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Loyola High School of Los Angeles: Jesuit all-boys college-preparatory school in Los Angeles. Comparable as a flagship Jesuit K-12 institution demonstrating how the global Jesuit school network operates at premium scale with rigorous academic programming.
• Bellarmine College Preparatory: Major Jesuit college-preparatory school in California. Comparable as a leading U.S. Jesuit K-12 institution sharing Ignatian pedagogy, AP-heavy curriculum, and strong university placement outcomes.
• Georgetown Preparatory School: Elite Jesuit preparatory school in the United States. Comparable as a leading Jesuit K-12 institution sharing Ignatian pedagogy and operating one of the school's international exchange partnerships via Jesuit school network ties.

Direct peers

• Colegio Anglo Colombiano: Premium bilingual K-12 school in Bogotá. Closely comparable as a Colombian private bilingual institution competing for the same affluent, internationally-oriented family segment in the country.
• Colegio Mayor de San Bartolomé: Jesuit K-12 school in Bogotá affiliated with the Society of Jesus. Directly comparable as a Colombian Jesuit school sharing the Ignatian pedagogical tradition and the broader ACODESI/FLACSI Jesuit network.
• Colegio Alemán de Bogotá: German-Colombian bilingual K-12 school in Bogotá. Comparable as a premium bilingual institution teaching in two languages and competing for the same upper-middle-class Colombian families seeking multilingual education.
• Colegio San Bartolomé: Jesuit K-12 school in Bogotá operated by the Society of Jesus. Directly comparable as a Colombian Jesuit bilingual institution offering comprehensive K-12 academic formation with Ignatian pedagogy.
• International School of Bogotá: International K-12 school in Bogotá offering bilingual curriculum with international accreditation. Comparable as a Colombian private institution targeting globally mobile families seeking internationally-recognized education.
• Colegio de Nuestra Señora del Pilar: Private Catholic K-12 school in Bogotá with bilingual curriculum and university-prep focus. Comparable as a Colombian Catholic bilingual institution competing for premium-segment families in the same broader market.
• Colegio San Ignacio: Another prominent Jesuit K-12 school in Bogotá. Highly comparable as a Colombian Jesuit bilingual institution sharing the same Society of Jesus governance, Ignatian pedagogy, and university-preparation focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Colsanjose_baq
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/audiovisualescsjb
• Facebookfacebook.com/CDJColsanjoseBAQ
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/colegio-san-jose-de-barranquilla/posts
• Instagraminstagram.com/colsanjose_baq
• TikToktiktok.com/@colsanjose_baq

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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