If you’ve thought of giving your child a global education, in a setting close enough to home, but removed from Colombia’s private education system, then the boarding option for many parents is an attractive and realistic option; offering young Colombians the opportunity to head overseas and study in a North American campus recognized for its high academic standards.
Located a few miles from the Atlantic coast of south Florida, Saint Andrew’s is both a private day and boarding school educating the best students from across Palm Beach County, the United States, and in the Episcopal tradition.
Just three hours flying time from Bogotá, Saint Andrew’s forms part of the worldwide association of boarding schools which over the last decade has welcomed students from South America looking to attend High School, starting with Grade 9.
Saint Andrew’s in Boca Raton will host a reception at Bogotá’s Gun Club on Thursday January 29th in order for parents to meet the school’s admissions staff and talk about the benefits of boarding and studying in a multicultural setting.
Parents interested in Saint Andrew’s must register with the school www.saintandrews.net/bogota2015 in order to attend this important get to together, and to best exchange ideas on why sending your son or daughter for a year or more to the States is a long term investment in your child’s future; and one, where untapping the potential for languages and sports, is part of the educator’s task. Saint Andrew’s is a privileged school which prides itself on preparing future citizen of the world and with a set of values to face the challenging and competitive college years.
With students from 27 countries across the world boarding at Andrew’s and in a close and caring community of 1300, the school’s curriculum offers “Honor Courses” in all areas, including 23 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate (IB). From Pre-K through to Grade 12, a rigorous curriculum fosters creative thinking and opportunities to achieve balance and experiences that build character.
Constantly upgrading its South Florida campus, Saint Andrews takes great pride in its facilities, which include 3 air-conditioned gymnasiums, a rock wall, an Olympic-sized pool, 10 tennis courts all set amidst a natural and pristine setting. Saint Andrew’s offers 18 Varsity programs and consistently wins state championships for its dedication to sports.
To receive a formal invitation to the 2015 Saint Andrew’s recruitment event this month in Bogotá contact, Ana María Tamayo at anamaria.tamayo@saintandrews.net
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