Gimnasio Femenino

Founded in 1927, Gimnasio Femenino is a Bogotá girls’ school focused on educating students who can transform the world with confidence, purpose and authenticity. The school explains that it accompanies the formation of girls and young women through a combination of strong academics, emotional wellbeing and a community that values individuality. Its mission centers on helping each student discover her voice, strengthen her thinking and build the confidence to make decisions that positively affect both her own life and the wider world. The official site emphasizes that every student’s story matters and that the school seeks to help girls recognize themselves clearly, affirm who they are and move forward with direction. The school profile also highlights an international approach, including its IB orientation, alongside an educational model designed to develop leadership and character. Located in northern Bogotá, Gimnasio Femenino has nearly a century of history and remains one of Colombia’s best-known girls’ schools. It appeals to families looking for an academically serious environment that also prioritizes identity, wellbeing and the development of principled female leaders.