Colegio Jorge Washington is a private, non-profit, co-educational, N-12 school offering the best of a dual American/Colombian based system since 1952. We bring together motivated students, dedicated staff, and committed parents to fulfill our mission and provide a quality college-preparatory program.  Continuous improvement efforts are promoted through high standards driven by our accreditation with AdvancED and the Colombian Ministry of Education. Our American-style program is supported through our designation as one of two official U.S. State Department overseas schools in Colombia.  A nine-member Board of Directors elected to 3-year terms by the Parents Association governs the School. Current school-wide enrollment is just over 790 students representing an array of nationalities.

Facilities

Our modern purpose-built 20-hectare campus was completed in 2009.  It is located just 30 minutes from the heart of the city and contains three independent, self-contained wings for Elementary, Middle School and High School.  Facilities include three science laboratories; multiple music, art and drama rooms; a central two-story library; two AV rooms; three computer labs; and a learning center for children with mild learning difficulties.  Sports facilities include four outdoor multi-use courts; two full-sized soccer fields; one softball diamond; and an air-conditioned coliseum that serves both our sports and fine arts programs.  Our separate Montessori preschool facility for 2-5 year olds is located in the city within close proximity to residential neighborhoods. 

Cartagena

Cartagena is located in northern Colombia on the Caribbean Coast and is the fifth-largest city of the country.  With its cobblestone streets, historic architecture and vibrant markets, the city’s charm makes this seaport a popular choice for cruise ships and foreign visitors.  Founded in 1533 by Spanish explorers, Cartagena is rich in history and was once popular amongst pirates and plunderers because of its key role in administration and expansion of the Spanish empire during the Colonial period.  It was a center of political and economic activity due to the presence of royalty and wealthy viceroys.   Today, beautifully refurbished colonial mansions and fortresses have been transformed into shops, museums, and international dining experiences that allude to the city's storied past.  In 1984 Cartagena's colonial walled city and old world-style plazas were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Surrounded by winding waterways and the Caribbean Sea, Cartagena also offers a variety of water activities.  Here, you can sail, swim, kite surf, or take a short 45-minute ride to the Rosario Islands to sunbathe, snorkel, or scuba dive.