Colegio Internacional de Carabobo in Valencia, State of Carabobo, Venezuela, was organized in 1955 by four companies: Celanese, Firestone, Goodyear, and U.S. Rubber.

In 1958, a ten-classroom school was constructed in El Trigal, a residential section of Valencia. During the 1962-63 school year, a library, four classrooms, showers and dressing rooms, and a photographic darkroom were added. In 1968, the high school building was constructed and was opened for classes on September 2. The building consisted of two science laboratories, a computer laboratory, classrooms, a lounge, and offices. Today the high school library wich was constructed in 1968, houses 8,000 volumes. A dining hall and a middle school were added during the early 1980's. Another addition, a multi-purpose recreational building, was completed in August of 1988. Most recently, two annexes, a lower primary building, a second middle school level, and a maintenance complex have been added.

Over the years, the enrollment has fluctuated between 200 and 450 students.


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Philosophy

Colegio Internacional de Carabobo (CIC) is a school dedicated to the development of the whole child. Our teachers are innovative, skilled, and dedicated. Creativity and self-esteem are essential qualities for students to develop as they ascend the academic ladder.

CIC exists to foster a love of knowledge in its students and to prepare them to live in a dynamic, technologically advanced society. We teach our students to be responsible, self-reliant citizens who are dedicated to the fundamental concepts of democracy, environmental protection, and world citizenship.

Our philosophy, objectives, and programs reflect our respect for individual differences. Our students come from diverse cultural backgrounds; therefore, we cultivate a sense of belonging to the CIC family in all aspects of our programs. The Venezuelan culture enriches our school, and we aspire to contribute to the present and future generations of this country.

CIC prepares young men and women for success in life, and we believe every facet of our school should reflect our core values. We want our graduates to be honest, sensitive, curious, and bold. We want them to develop leadership skills, to challenge assumption, to resist complacency, and to think critically. And we want them to have the determination and commitment to meet the challenges they face in life.

CIC takes pride in an educational program conducted in English that is equal to or surpasses that of any school - abroad - whose curriculum is built on a foundation of solid pedagogy. Our graduates are well prepared for universities and for professional careers suited to their talents and interests. Our standards are set high, as befits an institution with our tradition of excellence, and CIC reflects the significant ideals of accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.