Colegio Británico Internacional is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Quito, Ecuador. Founded in 1973. Annual tuition ranges from $7,071 to $8,297 USD.
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About
Colegio Británico Internacional is a private coeducational school in Quito, Ecuador, authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization since 2009. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme with instruction in English and Spanish. The school provides both day and boarding facilities across its programmes.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
100% IB school offering PYP, MYP and DP from age 3 to 18. Trilingual education in English, French and Italian. Music and arts program from age 3. 55,000+ square meter campus with castle-inspired preschool and dedicated facilities. University partnerships with Excelia University, Southern Utah University, Nebrija University, Universidad Europea del Atlántico, and Anahuac. Part of a national IB group in Ecuador.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Bachillerato | USD 8,297 |
| Early Childhood / Inicial | USD 7,071 |
| General Básica (Grades 1-7) | USD 8,208 |
| Básica Superior (Grades 8-10) | USD 8,208 |
Original currency: USD 7,071 - 8,297.
Admissions Process
- 1Prospective families submit contact information via the admissions form. 2. Application documents submitted by email to [email protected], including a family photo and copies of identification documents or birth certificates. 3. For Secondary international students, academic reports must be apostilled by the Embassy or Consulate of Ecuador in the country of origin and legalized at the Quito District Directorate. 4. The Admissions Department schedules an evaluation: Preschool includes psychopedagogical assessment and parent interview; Primary includes mathematics, English, language, and psychopedagogical assessment plus parent interview; Secondary includes psychopedagogical assessment, skills assessment, English, plus parent interview. 5. The Admissions Board analyzes results and within a week schedules a meeting with parents to discuss performance.
Student Life
Uniforms are supplied by Skole. The formal uniform for women is a skirt, blouse, cardigan and tie; the sports uniform is a sweatshirt, hoodie and T-shirt. The formal uniform for men is trousers, shirt, cardigan and tie; the sports uniform is a sweatshirt, hoodie and T-shirt. Shoes for the formal uniform must be black and formal (no heels, boots, or athletic shoes).
The cafeteria provides varied, healthy meals. The medical department works with the cafeteria administrator to design daily options with appropriate portions of carbohydrates and calories according to students' age; preschool and early primary grades also receive a mid-morning snack. Lunch is served at 12:00 for Preschool (one menu option, sit-down), 13:00 for Primary (two main-course options, buffet), and 14:00 for Secondary (two main-course options, buffet); all menus include a starter or soup, a main course, dessert and a beverage (natural juice, no soft drinks).
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Wellbeing & Safety
The DECE (Consejería Estudiantil) is a space of trust, prevention and support led by a specialist in psychopedagogy, neuropsychology and educational psychology. It provides continuous training, early detection of needs, and programs for school coexistence and holistic health, involving families and teachers, with a focus on emotional, social and academic well-being and promoting resilience.
Efforts to prevent bullying and promote an inclusive climate are central to safeguarding. The DECE leads preventive work and provides guidance to students and families to ensure a safe, respectful school environment.
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