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AIS is an exemplary school in Latin America, highly recognized for its academic excellence and innovative educational practice, which allows its students to LEARN WITH PURPOSE, SERVE WITH PASSION AND LEAD WITH THE HEART to change our world for the better.

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APRENDER

CON PROPÓSITO

(DESARROLLANDO POTENCIAL)
Creemos que la vida es un proceso continuo de aprendizaje. A medida que la vida cambia, debemos ser capaces de adquirir los conocimientos y habilidades necesarios para adaptarnos y crecer. Debemos practicar y aplicar lo que aprendemos para poder desenvolvernos en la vida.

LIDERAR

CON EL CORAZÓN

(CONSTRUYENDO RELACIONES)
Tenemos la responsabilidad de descubrir un plan para nuestras vidas y ayudar a otros con el suyo. Las relaciones basadas en la confianza nos ayudan a saber cuándo liderar y cuándo seguir. Saber cómo establecer un plan y avanzar en una dirección es clave para el éxito individual y colectivo. Vivir una vida con propósito de esta manera nos lleva de la dependencia a la independencia y luego a la interdependencia.

SERVIR

CON PASIÓN

(CULTIVAR LA COMPASIÓN)
We treat people with kindness, honesty and integrity. Encouraging students to positively contribute to their communities builds empathy and compassion. We must increase student awareness of community needs and local or global issues. Service-learning partnerships are collaborative, mutually beneficial and help students address community needs.

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LATEST NEWS

Honoring the hearts of our families – Grandparent’s Day" >
Sep 25 2025

Honoring the hearts of our families – Grandparent’s Day" > Honoring the hearts of our families – Grandparent’s Day

Learning through play, the Finnish way" >
Sep 22 2025

Learning through play, the Finnish way" > Learning through play, the Finnish way

Welcoming our Littlest Ones with the Shark Spirit!" >
Sep 05 2025

Welcoming our Littlest Ones with the Shark Spirit!" > Welcoming our Littlest Ones with the Shark Spirit!

Celebrating Our School’s 33RD Anniversary" >
Sep 02 2025

Celebrating Our School’s 33RD Anniversary" > Celebrating Our School’s 33RD Anniversary

The Final Match Ended in Victory for our Seniors 2026!" >
Sep 02 2025

The Final Match Ended in Victory for our Seniors 2026!" > The Final Match Ended in Victory for our Seniors 2026!

Connecting with our AIS Families through our Orientation Days" >
Ago 16 2025

Connecting with our AIS Families through our Orientation Days" > Connecting with our AIS Families through our Orientation Days

Class of 2026 is Kicking Off Their Last First Day with the World Cup Spirit" >
Ago 13 2025

Class of 2026 is Kicking Off Their Last First Day with the World Cup Spirit" > Class of 2026 is Kicking Off Their Last First Day with the World Cup Spirit

A Joyful Start to the New Academic Year 2025-2026" >
Ago 13 2025

A Joyful Start to the New Academic Year 2025-2026" > A Joyful Start to the New Academic Year 2025-2026

WRO Colombia 2025: Innovation and Creativity at Altamira" >
Ago 13 2025

WRO Colombia 2025: Innovation and Creativity at Altamira" > WRO Colombia 2025: Innovation and Creativity at Altamira

Music Fest" >
Abr 09 2025

Music Fest" > Music Fest

LATEST SNAPSHOTS

✨🌍 AISMUN Recap: Voices That Inspire 🌍✨We asked our delegates a simple question: What do you love most about AISMUN and Model United Nations? 💬Their answers reflected the true spirit of MUN, a space where ideas come to life, friendships are built, and future leaders find their voice. From passionate debates to unforgettable connections, AISMUN will continue to inspire growth, confidence, and global awareness in the years to come. 🌟Because here, every voice matters, and every perspective helps shape a better world. 💡🤝#AISMUN #ModelUN #FutureLeaders #StudentVoice #GlobalCitizens
Spark of Innovation: Explore, Create, Inspire 🎨This week, our 7th graders stepped into the lab to enhance their scientific exploration while also diving into a PBL experience on documentary creation, blending research, storytelling, and critical thinking. 🔬🎥In celebration of Earth Day, our ECO Talks sparked meaningful conversations about protecting ecosystems, complemented by a special guest speaker who shared valuable tips for our ECO AV Challenge. 🌱🌍📸Meanwhile, our 7th, 8th, and 9th graders are bringing their creativity to life as they prepare for the AIS Pulse Collective on May 21st, showcasing their talent through art and music. 🎶#SparkOfInnovation #CreativeLearning #EcoAwareness #AISPulseCollective
🎓✨ AlumnAIS: Full Circle StoriesFrom student to educator: Meet Sergio Caro, graduate from our Class of 2018, now inspiring our High School students as a Philosophy and Economics teacher. 💭📊His journey is a powerful reminder that the values, curiosity, and passion built at AIS come full circle. Today, he’s not only teaching ideas, he’s shaping minds and guiding the next generation of thinkers.At Altamira, the connection never ends, once AIS, always AIS. 💙#ALUMNAIS #OnceAISAlwaysAIS #AISFamily #ProudAlumni
👁️👂 Jornada de Audición y Visión AISEn Altamira International School seguimos comprometidos con el bienestar integral de nuestros estudiantes. Por eso, del 19 al 22 de mayo, realizaremos una jornada especial de audición y visión en nuestras instalaciones, pensada para brindar mayor comodidad a nuestras familias y facilitar este importante proceso. 🏫✨Les recordamos que contar con estos exámenes actualizados es un requisito dentro del proceso de matrícula, por lo que todos nuestros estudiantes deben presentarlos. La jornada contará con el acompañamiento de profesionales especializados, garantizando una atención confiable y oportuna.💵 Valor del plan: $100.000 COP (incluye ambos exámenes)📅 Fecha límite de pago: 17 de mayo💰 El pago debe realizarse en efectivo a través de los homerooms correspondientes.Agradecemos su compromiso permanente con la salud, el desarrollo y el bienestar de sus hijos. 💙#BienestarAIS #SaludEstudiantil #AudiciónYVisión #FamiliaAIS #CompromisoAIS
🌍 AISMUN XXII Opening Recap 📜What a powerful start to The World Unlocked! 💬🔥 Check out this glimpse of our opening ceremony where we proudly welcomed delegates from across the country to three days of debate, diplomacy, and global thinking. Our mayor, Alejandro Char, also expressed his inspiring words whicj reminded us of the growth of our city and the vital role young leaders play in shaping the future. 🌟#AISMUN2026 #TheWorldUnlocked #FutureLeaders #DiplomacyInAction
🎙️ Director’s Voice | Escuchar antes de juzgar 💬En muchas ocasiones, sin darnos cuenta, una simple pregunta puede activar el modo defensa en nuestros hijos. Cuando decimos “¿por qué hiciste eso?”, no siempre abrimos un espacio de comprensión, sino que, sin intención, podemos generar culpa o la necesidad de justificarse. Detrás de cada comportamiento hay una emoción, una necesidad o una historia que merece ser escuchada. 🧒🏻Educar también implica revisar la forma en que nos comunicamos. Pasar del juicio a la curiosidad, de la reacción inmediata a la escucha consciente, transforma la manera en que nuestros hijos se sienten y responden. Cuando un niño percibe un entorno seguro, donde puede expresarse sin miedo, fortalece su confianza, su autonomía y su capacidad de autorregularse. 🤍Los invitamos a reflexionar sobre cómo estamos hablando con nuestros hijos y a abrir más espacios de diálogo en casa, donde escuchar sea tan importante como orientar. Sigamos construyendo juntos relaciones basadas en la empatía, el respeto y la comprensión. 💫#DirectorsVoice #CrianzaConsciente #EducaciónEmocional #FamiliaYColegio

ALUMNI

KATHERINE DIARTT

2007 - 2008

District Secretariat of Economic Development of Barranquilla

RACHID CORREA

2014 - 2015

Councilmember of Barranquilla

DANIELLA ZAMBRANO

2008 - 2009

Beauty Entrepenur

LORENA BOLÍVAR

2008 - 2009

Senior Program Manager at the District Mayor’s Office of Barranquilla

CONTACT US

Location:
Km 10, Puerto Colombia Highway. Puerto Colombia, Atlantico.

Phone:
(605) 3852577

Schedule:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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