Colegio De La Salle opens new headquarters and renews itself to adapt to educational trends

Colegio De La Salle Bogotá announced the opening of its new headquarters, located on 180th Street with Carrera Ninth, scheduled to begin administrative and academic activities at the end of January 2025.

This new infrastructure represents an advance in the educational project of the institution that began 48 years ago, inheriting the legacy of two great schools founded at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century.

The new headquarters, under the motto “New responses to new people in new situations”is designed to offer a pleasant and modern space, which fosters a comprehensive learning environment, through innovative educational methodologies, consolidating itself as a quality benchmark in private education in Colombia. This project not only improves the existing infrastructure, but also is aligned with the fundamental principles of Lasallian education.

“The school is committed to a modern infrastructure in a context where the private education sector faces challenges and many institutions see the need to close their doors, Colegio De La Salle Bogotá decides to invest in the future, offering young people a safe, stimulating space designed to encourage active and collaborative learning. “This decision reflects not only a commitment to academic excellence, but also to strengthening an educational model that responds to the current needs and future challenges of our society.”says Brother Armando Solano, Rector of the school.

Educational innovation and advanced methodologies

Colegio La Salle Bogotá will implement innovative pedagogical methodologies based on four pillars: interculturality and internationalization, active pedagogies, human formation in values ​​and a focus on research and innovation. The new infrastructure will have classrooms, workshops, laboratories and flexible and collaborative spaces that facilitate interactive learning and teamwork.

The headquarters is designed to accommodate 1,100 students, with facilities that include a swimming pool, skating rink and green areas, creating a balanced and enriching environment for the educational community.

With a total of 5.6 hectares of construction and green areas, the new headquarters also represents a significant increase in student capacity, going from approximately 600 to 1,100 students.

“With an educational tradition of more than 300 years and presence in 78 countries, Colegio De La Salle Bogotá has been a benchmark in the comprehensive training of its students, standing out for its academic quality, educational innovation and social commitment. The new headquarters consolidates this legacy, responding to current and future challenges in education”says Brother Armando Solano.

Commitment to sustainability and community

The construction of the new headquarters was carried out following the criteria of Edge, a sustainable construction certification system. The outdoor common areas have solar lighting and LED lamps have been used inside. Additionally, the school implements the Green Seal Curriculum, a comprehensive environmental education program that promotes cultural changes in the institution.

Colegio La Salle reaffirms its social commitment by involving the local community in the development of a social and pastoral outreach program, while exploring alliances with social organizations to promote inclusion and support for low-income students.

Internationalization and global learning

The new headquarters will also allow the development of student exchange programs with institutions in USA, France and Philippinesas well as the consolidation of alliances with the Alliance Française and the exam operators of the University of Cambridge, which will enrich the educational offer of the school.

“De La Salle School Bogotá is a school of high academic quality where students can be happy and build their life project,” says Brother Armando Solano, “We are committed to offering a comprehensive education that educates not only academically, but also in values, also ensuring quality education at fair prices, allowing both parents and students to access a comprehensive education with high academic standards without increases beyond those permitted by legislation for the year 2025”.