CAS COLOMBO AMERICAN SCHOOL

What CAS COLOMBO AMERICAN SCHOOL does

CAS Colombo Americano School is a private bilingual international K-12 institution located in northern Bogotá, Colombia, serving families from the city and surrounding Sabana municipalities (Cota, Chía, Cajicá, Sabana Norte) with students ranging from Nursery (age 2.5) through 11th grade. Founded in 1993, the school operates from a single rural-eco campus adjacent to the Thomas van der Hammen Forest Reserve, combining Colombian national curriculum with Cambridge Assessment International Education (Primary through ICE diploma) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, plus a French trilingual component (Colegio Francófono, certified 2025) and a Double Degree pathway with the Ottawa Carleton District School Board in Canada.

The school's core technology stack centers on CasHub, an internally developed educational management platform that centralizes attendance, grade management, reporting, treasury, and virtual classroom operations for the institutional community, supplemented by ManageBac, Moodle, Microsoft Outlook, EURECAS SharePoint, and the Buses Cool transportation tracking application. Distinctive proprietary programs include the Splash & Motion aquatic-polymotor preschool curriculum, Pedal & Play coordination circuit, Transtec air-renewal bus system (a first in Colombian school transport), and a CRAI-inspired Innovation Center/Media Center. Wellness services integrate on-site therapeutic interventions through a Neurolearning alliance (occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology, neuropsychology).

The revenue model is predominantly tuition-driven (recurring, subscription-equivalent) supplemented by ASSOCAS annual family membership fees (COP 250,000/year publicly disclosed), one-time admissions application fees, and after-school/extracurricular activity fees. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with premium positioning. Go-to-market is direct through a structured 7-step on-campus admissions process managed by a dedicated office. The school has accumulated a dense stack of independently validated credentials — EFQM 6-star (first in Colombia, 2023), IB World School authorization, Cambridge ICE, Green Flag Eco-Schools (2024), Common Sense School certification, and Sello Colegio Francófono (2025) — and has maintained top-5 national rankings in Pruebas Saber for over 20 consecutive years.

Name

CAS COLOMBO AMERICAN SCHOOL

Legal name

Colegio Colombo Americano CAS

Website

https://colegiocolomboamericano.edu.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CAS Colombo Americano School is a private bilingual international K-12 school in Bogotá, Colombia, serving families from preschool through 11th grade via Colombian, Cambridge, and IB curricula, supported by the proprietary CasHub educational management platform and a dense stack of international quality certifications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Private International Bilingual Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Support Services (611710)

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), Secondary School Exchange Programs (Academic Year/Semester) (EDAIAHAB)

Keywords

• Bilingual K-12 education
• International baccalaureate school
• Cambridge assessment school
• Private international school
• Bilingual preschool Colombia

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, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Primary revenue stream from tuition charged to enrolled families for bilingual international education spanning preschool through 11th grade, following Cambridge, IB, and Colombian national curricula.
2. Admissions Application Fee: One-time fee charged during the admissions process for prospective students to initiate enrollment procedures.
3. ASSOCAS Annual Membership Fee: Annual family membership fee for the Parent Association (ASSOCAS), providing insurance benefits, uniform discounts, extracurricular support, and access to parent training programs.
4. Extracurricular and After-School Activity Fees: Revenue from specialized after-school programs and extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, music, and dance, with some activities offered free and others at additional cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

CAS Colombo Americano School is a private bilingual international K-12 school in northern Bogotá, Colombia that delivers integrated Colombian national, Cambridge Assessment International Education, and International Baccalaureate Diploma curricula from preschool (Nursery, age 2.5) through 11th grade, with trilingual Spanish-English-French instruction, double-degree programs, and a portfolio of academic, arts, athletic, technology, and leadership offerings. The school sells multi-year academic enrollment to families through a structured admissions process, supported by the proprietary CAS HUB educational management platform. Additional paid services include ASSOCAS parent membership, after-school extracurricular activities, school transportation, and on-site therapeutic and wellness support.

Product overview

CAS Colombo Americano School operates as a comprehensive educational institution offering a multi-product portfolio centered on international bilingual education. The core academic platform consists of CAS HUB, an internally developed educational management system, supporting the school's integrated curriculum. The academic programs include the Preschool program (ages 2.5+ with Cambridge curriculum), Cambridge Assessment International Education (CIE) from primary through ICE diploma, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme for grades 10-11. Additional language programs include the French Program (Colegio Francófono) and the Double Degree Program in Canada. Specialized offerings include Computer Science & Robotics, Music, and Arts programs, complemented by extracurricular activities through the Free Time Project. Student support is provided via Wellness Services and the Innovation Center (Media Center/Library). Leadership development is emphasized through MUNCAS (Model UN) and social programs including Social Action and Environmental Projects. The school is EFQM 6-star certified and holds IB, Cambridge, Eco-Schools Green Flag, and Common Sense School certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ASSOCAS: Asociación de Padres de Familia – ASSOCAS is the parent-teacher association of the school, providing support to the educational community, organizing events, and offering benefits to member families.
• MUNCAS
• Innovation Center / Media Center
• CAS HUB
• CAS TECH DAY

Products and services

• CAS HUB Internally developed educational management platform for the school community, centralizing and automating academic, administrative, and financial processes including attendance control, grade management, reporting, treasury/collections, virtual classroom, and institutional communication.
• Preschool Program (Preescolar) Bilingual early childhood education for children from 2.5 years (Nursery) through Transition grade following the Cambridge curriculum, with specialized rooms for Computer Science, Music, Dance, and a Multisensory Gym.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Two-year pre-university program for students aged 16–19 (grades 10–11) recognized by universities worldwide, developing critical thinking, multilingualism, and holistic education across physical, intellectual, emotional, and ethical dimensions.
• Cambridge Assessment International Education (CIE) International certification program from Primary through IGCSE and ICE diploma, including Cambridge Primary and Secondary Checkpoint assessments, with students required to pass a minimum of seven subjects across five academic areas plus two language certifications.
• Colegio Francófono (French Program) Third-language program for grades 4–7 offering two hours per cycle leading to A2 certification, awarded the Sello Colegio Francófono by Institut Français Colombia and the French Embassy in 2025.
• Double Degree Program in Canada (Ottawa Carleton DDP) Formal program enabling students to earn the Canadian Secondary School Diploma from the Ottawa Carleton District School Board upon graduation in Colombia, in addition to their Colombian diploma, with SAT preparation and international university admission support.
• Computer Science & Robotics Program Technology education from Transition through 11th grade teaching C, C++, Python, and Java programming languages under the Cambridge Computing framework, culminating in international Computer Science certifications.
• Music Program Comprehensive music education including orchestra, violin instruction, and music theory, developing discipline, teamwork, empathy, and perseverance through musical expression.
• Arts Education Program Artistic education covering Dance (Nursery through 11°), Theater (2° through 11°), Plastic Arts (2° through 11°), and IB Visual Arts (10°–11°), organized in three stages: Exploration, Foundation, and Specialization.
• Free Time Project (Extracurricular Activities) After-school activities including sports (football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, taekwondo, swimming, skating, gymnastics, BMX, cheerleading), arts (dance, violin, plastic arts), and technology (robotics, astronomy, entrepreneurship).
• Wellness and Support Services Comprehensive student support services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychopedagogy, Psychology, and specialized programs (Learning Support, Stimulation, Life Project, Professional Guidance, School Mitigation).
• Innovation Center (Media Center) Modern library and learning resource center inspired by the CRAI model (Centro de Recursos para el Aprendizaje y la Investigación), providing access to physical and digital resources with professional staff guidance.
• Social Action Project (PAS) Community service and social awareness program developing student commitment to social responsibility and empathy toward vulnerable populations.
• Environmental Project (PRAE – Eco-Schools) School environmental project focusing on biodiversity, climate change, waste management, and sustainable practices, awarded the Green Flag recognition from the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) in 2024.
• MUNCAS (Model United Nations) Model United Nations simulation project active for over 14 years, developing leadership, argumentation, proactive thinking, oratory, and bilingualism skills through student-led debates on global issues.
• ASSOCAS (Parent Association Membership) Annual family membership in the school's parent-teacher association providing life insurance coverage through Seguros del Estado, 10% uniform discounts at authorized stores, parent training programs, extracurricular partial scholarships, MUNCAS registration subsidies, and support for 10th–11th grade student activities.
• School Transportation Service Bus transportation service operated by the school and an allied transport company across Bogotá (Hayuelos, Chapinero Alto, northern sectors) and Sabana municipalities (Cota, Chía, Cajicá, Sabana Norte), equipped with Transtec air renewal systems and tracked through the Buses Cool app.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 3 school in Bogotá and top 11 nationally in Pruebas Saber (2024)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Institut français Colombia / Embassy of FrancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Awarding body for the Sello Colegio Francófono certification, recognizing quality and high standards in French language instruction as part of the trilingual education program (grades 4–7).
• Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) — Eco-SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024International environmental certification program through which CAS earned the Green Flag award in 2024. The Eco-Schools framework guides the school's environmental action plan across seven thematic axes: Biodiversity, Climate Change, Waste, School Grounds, Energy, Water, and Global Citizenship.
• Ottawa Carleton District School Board (Doble Titulación Canadá / Ottawa)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Formal double degree program enabling students to earn the Canadian Secondary School Diploma (Diploma del Distrito de Ottawa Carlenton) upon graduation in Colombia, in addition to their Colombian diploma. Students receive university admission counseling supported by recognized preparation companies for SAT exams and international university applications. This is a flagship international program offering genuine cross-border academic credentials.
• Neurolearning (Centro Terapéutico / Programa Aula Viva)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic alliance providing on-site therapeutic services (occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology, neuropsychology) through the Learning Center, available during and after school hours. The Aula Viva program ensures coherent, continuous support responding to individual student needs, strengthening sensorimotor development and socio-emotional well-being.
• Red PaPazsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of children and adolescents in Colombia, providing parent training and resources. A CAS parent representative attends meetings with the school psychologist, and activities and resources are shared with the school community.
• Seguros del EstadosupportingOthersInsurance provider offering life insurance and funeral expense coverage for ASSOCAS parent association members, providing $8,000,000 COP in death/disability coverage and $1,000,000 COP for funeral expenses.
• Stanford UniversitysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialized university-level courses offered to CAS students as part of international enrichment activities within the school, complementing the IB and Cambridge curricula with advanced academic offerings.
• TranstecsupportingTechnology or IntegrationTranstec provides air renewal systems for school transport buses. CAS is a pioneer in installing this system in Colombia, ensuring continuous air quality improvement inside buses transporting students and staff.
• Common Sense MediacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAS operates as a Common Sense School with certified Common Sense Teachers, integrating digital citizenship and literacy into all interactions. This framework is applied daily across the school's digital ecosystem (ManageBac, Moodle, CAS HUB), ensuring a safe digital environment and positive digital footprint development.
• Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCambridge Primary, Secondary 1, IGCSE, ICE, and IB programs provide the international curriculum framework recognized at 1,400+ universities globally. Cambridge Checkpoint assessments at key stages and IGCSE certifications validate academic progress against international standards.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIB World School authorized to deliver the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for students aged 16–19 (grades 10–11). The school follows the IB learner profile and methodology, with IB Visual Arts exhibitions and DP assessments contributing to university admissions.
• Buses CoolsupportingTechnology or IntegrationTechnology platform providing route information, transportation tracking, and incident reporting for the school transportation service used by families across Bogotá and Sabana municipalities.
• Caracolos and Jubalai (Uniform Suppliers)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized uniform suppliers offering ASSOCAS members a 10% discount on school uniforms. Part of the parent association benefits package.
• Fundación Lafayette — Proyecto Uniformes con AmorsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial initiative receiving donated uniforms in good condition from the ASSOCAS uniform exchange program, which supports underprivileged children through the Uniformes con Amor project.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves11 records

Direct peers

• Colegio Nueva Granada: Bilingual international school in Bogotá offering IB programmes from early years through Diploma, with Cambridge alignment. Directly comparable premium international K-12 competitor serving northern Bogotá/Sabana family market.
• Colegio San Carlos: Bogotá-based private Catholic international school with bilingual curriculum and IB Diploma Programme. Competes directly for high-income families seeking faith-based values combined with international credentials and Cambridge/IB pathways.
• Liceo Français Louis Pasteur: Bogotá French international school offering French national curriculum with trilingual instruction. Competes for families seeking strong language immersion and international credentials; also a Colegio Francófono certified by Institut français.
• Colegio Anglo Colombiano: One of Bogotá's most established private bilingual international schools offering IB and Cambridge programs from preschool through grade 12. Direct competitor in the premium international K-12 segment with overlapping curriculum and similar affluent family target market in northern Bogotá.
• Colegio Mayor de San Bartolomé: Historic Bogotá private school with strong national academic prestige in Pruebas Saber rankings. Competes with CAS for the same high-performing Colombian families, particularly those prioritizing traditional academic excellence alongside international programs.
• Colegio San Jorge de Inglaterra: Bilingual Anglo-Colombian school in Bogotá with Cambridge curriculum and British traditions, serving similar affluent families seeking international credentials. Comparable size and premium positioning with overlapping program offerings.
• Gimnasio Colombo Británico: Premier Bogotá international school with strong British curriculum tradition, IB programmes, and Cambridge certifications. Hosts the GCBMUN Model UN referenced in CAS data and serves the same Bogotá/Sabana premium family segment with comparable offerings.
• Colegio Reyes Católicos: Bogotá private bilingual school offering Cambridge and IB programmes across primary and secondary levels. Direct competitor in the premium international curriculum segment targeting Bogotá's professional class families.

Others

• International Baccalaureate Organization (IB): While not a peer competitor, IBO is the accreditation body authorizing CAS's diploma programme. Relevant ecosystem player that shapes competitive dynamics between IB World Schools serving the Colombian premium K-12 segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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