Colegio Atid and Escuela Tomás Alva Edison are both in Mexico City, about 12 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. Colegio Atid also offers IBCP, and Escuela Tomás Alva Edison also offers EYFS, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) and Bespoke. Published annual fees are MX$101,400 - 1,014,000 at Colegio Atid and MX$101,634 - 171,930 at Escuela Tomás Alva Edison, which puts Colegio Atid roughly 308% higher. Colegio Atid takes pupils from 2 to 18, and Escuela Tomás Alva Edison from 1 to 18. Escuela Tomás Alva Edison is the larger school, with around 1,991 pupils to Colegio Atid's 800.
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
800
Pupils
1,991
Typical class size
Typical class size
8
Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
Spanish, English
Instruction language
English, Spanish, French
Opened
Opened
1993
Opened
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Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Mexico City, Cuajimalpa, Colonia Vista Hermosa. Address: Av. Carlos Echanove #224, Colonia Vista Hermosa, Cuajimalpa 05100. The campus serves Preschool through High School on a single site in the Vista Hermosa area of Cuajimalpa.
Location
Escuela Tomás Alva Edison is located in Colonia Del Valle, Mexico City. The campus address is Calle San Borja 909, Colonia del Valle Centro, Benito Juárez, MX. The school serves ages 18 months to 19 years.
Stages
Stages
Preschool/ELC; Elementary School; Middle School; High School.
Stages
Early Years (Ages 18 months - 7 years); Primary School (Ages 7 - 12); Middle School (Ages 12 - 15); High School (Ages 15 - 19). In High School, students may choose UNAM Bachillerato or the IB Diploma Programme.
School type
School type
IB Continuum school
School type
International school and day school; member of the International Schools Partnership network.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Mexico
Country affiliation
Mexico
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Judaism (Mexican-Jewish identity; strong connection to Israel)
Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application / Registration fee
- Registration (inscripción): MXN 10,000 (one-time, charged at enrollment).
Tuition fees by school level (per month and annual illustration)
- Nursery / Maternal / Guardería: Monthly tuition MXN 8,450; registration MXN 10,000; approximate additional fees reported MXN 350 (where applicable). Annual cost calculated from monthly rate is consistent with the school's published level listings.
- Secondary (Secundaria): Monthly tuition MXN 12,410; registration MXN 10,000; approximate additional fees MXN 350. Reported annual cost example for secundaria: MXN 165,470 (annual total as shown by the same fee compilation source).
- High School / Preparatoria (Bachillerato): Monthly tuition MXN 14,456; registration MXN 10,000; approximate additional fees MXN 350 (where applicable).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The publicly available fee summaries list registration as a one-time enrollment charge and state monthly tuition amounts by level. Specific published billing schedules (for example: exact invoice dates, whether tuition is billed monthly, by term, or annually, penalties for late payment, or available discounts for full-year prepayment) are not published in the sources consulted. Parents are typically charged the registration fee at enrollment and the tuition amount on a regular schedule consistent with the monthly figures above.
Boarding / Residential fees
- Boarding is not applicable; Atid operates as a day school (Preschool through High School) with no residential/boarding program listed in the school's public descriptions of its levels and programs.
Other costs and recurring extras
- Meal service (comedor / food): available as an additional paid service; costs are charged separately from base tuition.
- School insurance: listed as an additional cost in fee summaries.
- Uniforms and school supplies: families should expect separate charges for uniforms and school supplies; specific uniform prices are not published in the referenced fee listings.
- Extracurricular activities / after-school programs: may carry their own fees in addition to tuition.
Refund information
- No publicly posted, itemized refund policy (for registration, tuition prepayments, or withdrawal) was found in the consulted public fee summaries and admissions material. Specific terms for refunds, tuition adjustments on mid-term withdrawals, and related administrative refunds are not published in the available sources.
Fee payment options
- Specific payment methods accepted (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, or in-person payments) are not detailed in the publicly available fee summaries or admissions pages consulted. Typical practice at comparable private schools is to offer bank transfer and card payment options, but no definitive, published list of accepted payment methods for Atid was found in the sources reviewed.
Academic year and source note
- The numeric fee figures above derive from the most recent publicly compiled fee summaries located during the review; those summaries were compiled externally and reflect published monthly tuition and registration figures. The school's own admissions pages list grade levels and contact details but do not publish a full, itemized fee schedule and billing terms online. Because a current, school-published 2026/27 or 2025/26 official fee schedule was not available in the public materials consulted, the amounts above reflect the most recently available public fee data compiled for the institution.
If you require these numbers displayed in a specific format for your database, they are provided above in MXN amounts as published in the available public fee summaries.
Tuition (Colegiatura) — monthly and annual (school-year) by level - Preschool (Preescolar): MXN 8,478 per month. Annual tuition (11 monthly payments, August–June): MXN 93,258. When combined with the registration fee the first-year cost for tuition + inscription = MXN 110,960 (registration + 11 months of tuition). - Primary (Primaria): MXN 10,871 per month. Annual tuition (11 monthly payments, August–June): MXN 119,581. Registration + 11 months of tuition = MXN 142,510. Additional listed “other fees” for Primary: MXN 2,950 (applies in addition to inscription and monthly tuition). - Middle School (Secundaria): MXN 13,252 per month. Annual tuition (11 monthly payments, August–June): MXN 145,772. Registration + 11 months of tuition = MXN 171,930. - High School / Preparatoria (Preparatoria / Bachillerato): MXN 14,035 per month. Annual tuition (11 monthly payments, August–June): MXN 154,385. Registration + 11 months of tuition = MXN 181,267.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in 11 monthly payments for the school year (payments run August through June). Payments are due within the first ten days of each month; payments made after that date incur interest for late payment. Re-enrollment is conditioned on timely payment of tuition. Failure to pay three or more monthly tuitions authorizes the school to suspend educational services for the student. Other (non-inscription/colegiatura) payments are made at the school's payment office. Requests for refunds must be submitted at the campus that issued the invoice.
Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. Escuela Tomás Alva Edison is a day school and does not provide boarding services. Transport is provided as a separate, paid service.
Other costs and recurring extras - Transport (servicio de transporte escolar): charged separately for the school-owned transport service; routes and fees vary by route and are billed in addition to colegiatura. Payments for transport are handled through the school's payment channels. - After‑school / extended‑hours program (TAE Plus): after‑school workshops and extended-care services have separate fees and enrollment; program details and schedules are published for each academic year and are charged in addition to tuition. - Uniforms, school supplies, extracurricular activity fees, field trips, exam/certification fees (Cambridge, IB external examination costs where applicable), meal plans and similar items are additional and billed separately. Other one-off or occasional charges are processed at the school's cash office.
Refund information and cancellation - Written notice of a student withdrawal delivered at least 60 calendar days before the start of the school year entitles the family to a 100% refund of the inscription (registration/re‑registration) fee. If the written notice is provided after that 60‑day period, families are eligible only for a refund of any tuition payments they have paid in advance but not for inscription/re‑registration payments. Refund requests must be submitted at the campus where the invoice was issued. Tuition amounts will not vary during the corresponding school year.
Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include credit and debit card payments at the school's payment terminals and bank transfers. The school operates an online payments portal for family payments and issues invoices through the campus; any changes to payment channels are communicated by the school.
Discounts and concessions - The school runs a referral benefit that grants a tuition discount (example: a 10% tuition discount for the 2026–2027 school year under the referral programme); other discounts, sibling concessions or financial aid may be available under the school's policies and are applied according to the school's terms.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
Uniforms are supplied by Arlin Sport.
Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
School cafeteria services are provided by Cafetería Escolar / JONATHAN WEINTRAUB KAHAN.
Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
The school is part of the Maguen David Community. Preschool: SEP Incorporation Agreement Nº 09050409; Elementary School: SEP Incorporation Agreement Nº 09010075; Middle School: SEP Incorporation Agreement Nº 09030112; High School: UNAM Agreement Nº 02/06.
Governance and ownership
The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum with four programs: Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), Diploma Program (DP), and Career-related Program (CP). Language of instruction is English and Spanish; Hebrew is the language of identity. The school emphasizes a Judeo-Zionist identity.
Curriculum details
Early Years Ages 18 months - 7 years: Begin early learning with the Early Years Foundation Stage and Cambridge curriculum. Primary School Ages 7 - 12: Build a strong trilingual foundation in Spanish, English and French while following the Cambridge Pathway curriculum. Middle School Ages 12 - 15: Strengthen academic excellence with personalised support on the Cambridge Pathway, studying key subjects in English and French to deepen understanding and develop a global outlook. High School Ages 15 - 19: Step into the final stage of essential education and your first step toward future careers; choose UNAM Bachillerato or the internationally prestigious IB Diploma Programme, both preparing you for university and beyond.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
MAP results show over 50% of students scoring above the 80th percentile in Mathematics, with English and Science above international averages (English 66, Science 63).
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
Future Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and careers, including mentoring, internships and global university fairs; 98% of graduates secure a place at a first-choice university.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school fosters social and emotional learning (SEL) as an integral part of the ELC experience. Every child is considered unique, and educators support and guide these differences while respecting each child's identity. Learning goes beyond academics to develop abilities that help students resolve daily situations through reflection, self-control, and an awareness of how people relate to one another. The IB Continuum is used to develop five significant abilities—social, thinking, communication, investigation, and self-management—across Language, Math, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, the Arts, and Personal, Social, and Physical Education. The teaching staff are highly qualified and receive ongoing professional development to implement and enrich the program. Collaboration with parents and teachers builds a cutting-edge learning community to help students reach their full potential and engage responsibly with a global world.
Social & emotional learning
Wellbeing is central to learning at TAE. Emotional wellbeing is strengthened through the KiVa anti-bullying programme, dedicated development classes, and personalised guidance to help students regulate emotions and build positive relationships in a safe environment. In Early Years, emotional growth is nurtured within a Cambridge-based framework that supports social-emotional development. The TAE learner profile and life-skills emphasis foster curiosity, reflection and strong values that support social and emotional growth.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
The school provides an early English immersion program and Hebrew as the language of identity. Spanish is the home language and English is used as a language of instruction, with Hebrew taught as an identity language. The program is trilingual, teaching in Spanish and English with Hebrew as identity language. It follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) through inquiry projects that integrate five significant abilities: social, thinking, communication, investigation, and self-management. Technology is an essential tool for learning, and Hebrew is introduced as part of identity education.
English as an additional language
Gain multilingual skills in English, Spanish and French, with 70% reaching B2 or higher in Cambridge and 30% in DELF. Multilingual learning is supported in home or first languages, aligning with a strong emphasis on developing proficiency across languages. In Primary School, learners build a strong trilingual foundation in Spanish, English and French.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
The After School Program strengthens social, emotional, and physical well-being in a respectful environment, providing space to develop talents in sports, arts, and technology and fostering a sense of belonging to the school through representation. The program is multidisciplinary and builds partnerships with other institutions to support holistic development. It also offers workshops such as Healthy Kitchen, Atid E-Motion, and a Book Club to strengthen and complement academic learning. Academic trips and Atidiada projects reinforce learning and Jewish cultural identity.
Mental wellbeing
KiVa anti-bullying programme supports mental wellbeing. Dedicated development classes and personalised guidance help students regulate emotions and build positive relationships in a safe environment.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
Wellbeing and safeguarding are addressed through KiVa anti-bullying, targeted development classes, and personalised guidance to keep students safe and supported in a secure environment.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Atid School provides a personalized, trilingual and international education, assisted by technology. Spanish is the home language and English is taught as a second language, with instruction in both languages, and Hebrew is the language of identity. The school is an IB World School, offering the IB Continuum, with global experiences including international travel. Technology supports learning, and there is preschool e-learning designed to reinforce early education through videos, activities and books.
Academic facilities
National and international curriculum offered: UNAM Bachillerato or IB Diploma in High School. MAP results show over 50% scoring above the 80th percentile in math and exceeding international averages in English and science. Multilingual learning in English, Spanish and French, with 70% reaching B2 or higher in Cambridge and 30% in DELF. Learning.First provides visible progress; wellbeing support includes KiVa anti-bullying programme, dedicated development classes and personalised guidance. TAE learner profile, Cambridge- and IB-inspired, builds curiosity, reflection and leadership. Skills for life are developed through Cambridge and IB learning, with Future Pathways guidance and global university fairs; 98% of graduates secure a place at a first-choice university. International learning opportunities include ISP-linked programs and projects such as the I am Scientist initiative.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
The After School Program provides the Atid community with a space to develop and enhance talents in sports, the arts and technology, promoting social, emotional and physical well-being in a respectful environment. It also offers workshops such as Healthy Kitchen, Atid E-Motion, and a Book Club to strengthen and complement the academic learning in a participatory and supported way. The program aims for the integral development of students through multidisciplinary activities and partnerships with other institutions.
Extra curricular facilities
International learning opportunities include participation in Model United Nations debates, international chess tournaments and collaborative creative projects. Through ISP, students access global skill-building programs; exclusive scholarships offer opportunities to study with renowned institutions and gain skills for emerging careers.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
Atid School was established in 1993 within the Jewish-Mexican community as part of the Maguen David Community. It offers an English-priority option within a Jewish context and serves students from Preschool through High School. The school recognizes a complex, changing world and aims to form global citizens who respond to future challenges. It promotes an international education with trilingualism: Spanish as the home language, English as a second language (instruction in both), and Hebrew as the language of identity.
History
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Community
Community
The Atid School community is rooted in a Jewish-Mexican identity and international collaboration. It maintains alliances with national and international institutions to support its educational model, including SEP (Preschool and Elementary), UNAM, the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), Apple, and BTEC, along with university partners such as UDLA Mexico, Universidad Iberoamericana, and Westhill. Atid is an Apple Distinguished School and offers the four IB programs (PYP, MYP, DP, CP), reflecting its international orientation. The school emphasizes strengthening belonging to both Mexico and Israel and fosters an international education through interactions with partners from diverse cultures.
Community
From first contact, the school offers a warm environment in which you will feel welcome and involved. The school engages with parents on a regular basis to ensure they are part of the planning process that sets the future direction and helps the school remain a top institution in Mexico City. An annual parent satisfaction survey guides improvements, which are revisited each year. As part of the International Schools Partnership, your child will interact with students in other schools in different countries, developing a greater understanding of cultures and issues in other communities.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
Through the Atid Parent Association (APA), parents participate in the education of their children and contribute to a complete and joyful school life through activities aligned with the institution's teachings. The APA develops unique activities and experiences for families. The association organizes several academic, sports, artistic, and recreational events that focus on students' holistic development. APA involvement supports social conscience and community service initiatives; students participate in social action projects, sometimes led or supported by the APA.
Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
IB programs are offered across the full continuum: PYP, MYP, DP, and CP. IB education emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking, reflection, and meaningful action to develop internationally minded learners. The school offers a Math Program and Chess Lessons as part of Special Programs to build reasoning. High School provides College Guidance with internships, professional workshops, university fairs, and engagement with universities; it also offers BTEC certifications in Sport, Business Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, and Engineering.
Academic & intellectual
Follow a rigorous academic pathway with UNAM Bachillerato or the IB Diploma in High School. MAP results show over 50% of students scoring above the 80th percentile in mathematics and above international averages in English and science. The I am Scientist project is led by TAE and earned 2025 awards for Best Scientist, Most Voted Project and Best Final Project. International opportunities include Model United Nations, international chess tournaments, and collaboration on creative projects.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
Linguistic and Communication Skills are developed through Oratory, Declamation and Debates; Plays, Presentations and Staging; and Reading and Reflection Projects in English, Spanish and Hebrew. There are plays and performances across grades, with the annual grade play. High School student life includes a Talent Show and other events such as AtidMUN and the Atid Olympics.
Arts & creative
Students collaborate on creative projects as part of international opportunities. Participation in international events offers chances to express creativity across disciplines. The school fosters creativity through project-based learning within the Cambridge/IB framework. Engagement in creative projects supports communication and presentation skills.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
The school promotes trilingualism with Spanish as the home language, English as the second language, and Hebrew as the language of identity. A Jewish-Mexican identity is promoted through Hebrew language study and connections with Mexico and Israel. Learning through three languages is integrated across curricula, including Hebrew language study and English/Spanish instruction.
Cultural & language
Gain multilingual skills in English, Spanish and French, with 70% reaching B2 or higher in Cambridge and 30% in DELF. Students have access to international learning opportunities that include Model United Nations and global collaboration. The Cambridge Pathway and IB/UNAM Bachillerato pathways support multilingual and intercultural learning. International collaboration opportunities reinforce language development.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
Social Skills (Community) programs include Community Class, Anti-Bullying Prevention, and Socialization and Community Building, with the annual Atidiada field trip. Reasoning Skills include a Math Program and Chess Lessons to develop problem solving and strategic thinking. Sports Events and Movement Workshop provide opportunities to participate in sports and develop psycho-motor skills.
Social & hobbies
Students participate in international chess tournaments and Model United Nations as part of school life. Clubs and opportunities foster teamwork and competitive curiosity. Collaboration on creative projects expands cross-cultural interactions. These activities supplement classroom learning with real-world teamwork and communication.
Community & service
Community & service
Meaningful Social Projects are part of Atid High School, providing service to communities and developing personal and social skills. Action and Service includes Social Action Projects led by the Atid Parents Association and Campaigns and Fund-raising Programs. In High School, students engage in service learning and international experiences.
Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
College Guidance Program helps students with internships, professional workshops, university fairs, and engagement with universities. BTEC Certification offers Level 3 qualifications in Sport, Business Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, and Engineering. Student leadership is cultivated through Student Council activities such as Talent Show, AtidMUN, and Atid Olympics.
Leadership & professional
Future Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and career choices. Mentoring, internships and global university fairs help students connect with leading institutions. The Cambridge/IB learning model develops critical thinking, curiosity and leadership skills. Students grow through leadership experiences and professional skill development across the program.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Sports Events provide opportunities to participate in multiple disciplines, strengthening psycho-motor skills and wellbeing. Movement Workshop develops psycho-motor, postural and spatial abilities. Through these activities, the school promotes physical and mental wellbeing as part of a holistic education.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Wellbeing support is provided through KiVa anti-bullying programme and dedicated development classes. Personalised guidance helps students regulate emotions and build positive relationships. The school offers a safe environment that supports emotional and social growth. A focus on wellbeing complements academic and personal development.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Spanish is the home language and English is the second language, with instruction in both. Hebrew is taught as the language of identity. The school uses a trilingual model with Spanish and English as languages of instruction and Hebrew as the language of identity.
Language provision
English, Spanish and French are core languages taught across the curriculum. Students strengthen their home or first language while learning at least one world language. Primary School builds a strong trilingual foundation in Spanish, English and French under the Cambridge Pathway. 70% reach B2 or higher in Cambridge and 30% reach DELF levels.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
Spanish is the home language and English is the second language, with instruction in both. Hebrew is taught as the language of identity. The school uses a trilingual model with Spanish and English as languages of instruction and Hebrew as the language of identity.
Bilingual teaching
The school provides multilingual education in English, Spanish and French across Early Years through High School. Primary School builds a strong trilingual foundation in Spanish, English and French under the Cambridge Pathway. Middle School studies key subjects in English, plus French to deepen language skills. High School offers UNAM Bachillerato or the IB Diploma while language study continues.
Immersion programs
Immersion programs
Atid ELC offers an early English immersion program and follows the IB Primary Years Programme through inquiry projects that integrate five significant abilities: social, thinking, communication, investigation, and self-management. Hebrew is taught as the language of identity, initiated at this stage.
Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Initiation and guidance. The admissions process is guided by the school. It is a pleasure for the admissions team to assist families through the enrollment steps. The school provides information to help families understand options and next steps. The aim is to support families as they consider joining Atid. 2. Start of the process. Complete the admissions form so the school can contact you to provide the information you need. The form collects essential contact details and a message. This initial contact allows staff to tailor information to the family. The form is the primary starting point for enrollment. 3. Contact options. Alternative contact options provide direct access to admissions staff. 1050 to request information. Staff respond with information about documentation, timelines, and next steps. Timely responses help families plan enrollment. 4. Location and incorporation. The address is Av. Carlos Echanove #224, Colonia Vista Hermosa, Cuajimalpa, 05100 CDMX. Incorporation numbers are Preschool: SEP Incorporation Agreement Nº 09050409; Elementary: SEP Incorporation Agreement Nº 09010075; Middle: SEP Incorporation Agreement Nº 09030112; High School: UNAM Agreement Nº 02/06. These numbers indicate the SEP/UNAM agreements under which each division operates.
Admissions
01 Initial enquiry: Reach out to the Admissions Team or complete the online enquiry form to indicate interest and ask initial questions. The Admissions Team responds promptly with next steps and any required information. They outline the documents needed to proceed with the application. 02 Schedule a school tour: Book a guided tour to explore our learning spaces, meet the admissions team, and experience the TAE learning environment in person. The tour provides an opportunity to see classrooms, facilities and discuss curriculum and student support. You can ask about timelines and next steps during the visit. 03 Comprehensive assessment: After submitting the required documents, applicants take age-appropriate assessments. Parents attend a family interview to share information about their child's interests, strengths and needs. The admissions team uses the assessments and interview to understand fit and determine next steps. 04 Results: The Admissions Committee reviews the application and communicates the decision to the family. If admitted, an enrolment letter outlines the next steps and timelines. This letter confirms acceptance and provides details about enrollment, fees and any further actions. 05 Welcome to Tome1s Alva Edison: After paying the enrolment fee, the child officially joins the TAE community. The school provides welcome information, onboarding details and contact points to begin the school year. The family can look forward to joining the school community.
Scholarships
Scholarships
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Scholarships
SEP scholarships are accessible and there is an opportunity to apply for a UNAM scholarship.
