International Schools in Bogota, Colombia | Scholae

Bogota

Name: Bogota
Address: Bogota, Colombia

Colombia

35 schools21 curricula

Colombia's vibrant capital offers expat families an authentic Latin American experience with growing international school options. The city combines colonial charm with modern amenities, featuring excellent museums, parks, and cultural attractions. Located at 2,640m altitude, Bogota enjoys a mild climate year-round. The cost of living is very reasonable, making it attractive for families seeking quality education at lower costs. Traffic congestion and altitude adjustment can be challenging initially. The city has a substantial expat community, particularly in neighborhoods like Zona Rosa and Chapinero. While Spanish proficiency is helpful, many international schools and expat services operate in English. Healthcare is good in private facilities.

3/5

Safety

3/5

Quality of Life

4/5

Expat Friendly

$800

Avg Rent/mo

☀️ Climate & Weather

Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions

20°C

Hottest (Sep)

6°C

Coolest (Dec)

Sunny days/mo avg

860mm

Annual rainfall

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💰 Cost of Living

Monthly family budget estimates (USD)

At a Glance

$800

Avg. rent /mo

$5.00

Budget meal

$35

Mid-range dinner (2 ppl)

Dining & Drinks

Cappuccino$2.00

Domestic beer$1.20

Imported beer$2.50

Water (1.5L)$0.60

Groceries

Loaf of bread$1.00

Milk (1L)$0.95

Dozen eggs$1.60

Chicken (1 kg)$3.50

Transport

Taxi flag-drop$1.20

Taxi per km$0.60

Monthly transit pass$35

Gasoline (per liter)$0.70

Monthly Bills

Internet$22 /mo

Utilities (avg.)$80 /mo

Gym membership$28 /mo

Domestic help$300 /mo

Preschool / nursery$300 /mo

Comfortable

Renting an apartment in Chapinero or Usaquen, eating a mix of local and international food, using TransMilenio and taxis.

$2,500/mo

Rent$700

Groceries$350

Lifestyle & leisure$180

Transport$60

Utilities$100

Dining out$300

Healthcare$120

School fees (per child)$500

Domestic help$100

Established

A nice apartment in Rosales or Santa Barbara, regular dining out, owning a car, club membership.

$5,200/mo

Rent$1,600

Groceries$550

Lifestyle & leisure$400

Transport$250

Utilities$180

Dining out$550

Healthcare$250

School fees (per child)$1,100

Domestic help$250

Premium

Luxury apartment or house in Rosales/Chico, top international school, driver, fine dining, country club membership.

$10,000/mo

Rent$3,200

Groceries$800

Lifestyle & leisure$800

Transport$500

Utilities$300

Dining out$1,000

Healthcare$400

School fees (per child)$2,200

Domestic help$600

Bogota offers a surprisingly affordable cost of living for a major Latin American capital. The city has a growing international community, excellent dining, and a vibrant cultural scene. International schools are numerous and generally cheaper than equivalents in Mexico City or Santiago.