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Mexico offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
Compare 26 international schools in Mexico. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MXN 177,148), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Alianz Comunidad Estudiantil is a private bilingual school in Mérida, Yucatán, offering education from Maternal through Preparatoria across two modern campuses. The school follows a constructivist pedagogical model with bilingual Spanish-English instruction and teaches Mandarin Chinese at the secondary level. Its preparatoria program is officially incorporated with the Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán (UADY).
Churchill School & College operates a two-campus model in Mexico City. Churchill School (Preschool–Secondary) is at Felipe Villanueva 36, Guadalupe Inn, and Churchill College (Bachillerato) is at Moctezuma 125, San Pablo Tepetlapa. The school combines the International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) with Cambridge International Education (IGCSE) to meet international standards. The Preschool uses a constructivist approach with Universal Design for Learning and begins IB in a bilingual, supportive setting. In Primary, English supports learning while developing emotional management and teamwork as students engage with IB and Cambridge curricula. In Secondary, English is the language of instruction for maths and science, with Cambridge feedback and ongoing IB integration. In High School, students undertake the IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSEs, with small class sizes and a personalised vocational guidance programme. The school offers a 100% bilingual education, with 50–80% of classes in English. The Anglo Foundation established Churchill to foster bicultural exchange and academic programs for over 25 years.
Euroamerican Valle is a private international school in Monterrey Valle offering a bespoke curriculum for Preschool through Middle School (ages 1 to 16). The program is delivered primarily in English through immersion, with German introduced in 4th grade as an additional language. Elementary instruction is English-first with immersion, balanced literacy, and a strong Spanish reading program; Middle School offers electives such as Coding and Entrepreneurship, Journalism and Writing, and Art and Music, supported by a Makerspace with laser cutting, sewing, carpentry, and electrical work. Social and Emotional Learning is integrated across all areas, and the school participates in Affinitas Education, connecting it to a global network of bilingual and international schools. Campus spaces differentiate by age group and include science lab, Makerspace, and library, plus gyms, a soccer field, courts, three music rooms, art studios, mini theater, auditorium, roof garden, podcast room and Green Room. After-School Club broadens activity options.
Colegio Americano de Xalapa, established in 1983 as Colegio Renacimiento, operates across two campuses in the Xalapa metropolitan area. The Ánimas campus serves preschool students, while the Lencero campus accommodates primary through high school levels, featuring a professional-sized soccer field and multiple basketball courts. As part of the Sendica Education network, the school employs a bilingual English-Spanish model. Early childhood education begins with full English immersion before Spanish is formally introduced in the third year of kindergarten. The academic program incorporates practical technology application through dedicated "Makerspaces" and science laboratories. The school is specifically recognized for being the first institution in Xalapa to implement the international "Conscious Discipline" framework, formally teaching students emotional regulation as a core part of the daily schedule. High school students have access to specific areas, including a tunnel lounge equipped with a billiard table and a designated terrace.
The International American School of Cancun offers an American-style, bilingual, bicultural university-preparatory education for students from preschool through high school. The school operates as a private, non-profit, non-sectarian, co-educational institution with United States affiliation through Cognia SACS/AdvancED and SAIS accreditation, and it is additionally accredited by Mexico's SEP and UNAM. All classes are taught in English, with dedicated Spanish and Mexican Studies programs; 1st–6th Grades offer Spanish, English, and Technology, and the school supports a transitional English–Spanish pathway. Students graduate with the U.S. High School diploma, and the Class of 2024 saw 91% also earn the Mexican Bachillerato. The campus has two sites: Kinder-Primary and Middle-High, with extensive facilities including classrooms, libraries, laboratories, an auditorium, a cafeteria, and sports fields; each campus has a psychologist. Extracurriculars include Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Student Council, PAS, and CES Spirit; AP courses are offered in Spanish Literature and English Literature. Opportunities.
Colegio Suizo de México – Campus Querétaro is a private, Swiss-affiliated school offering an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme alongside a bespoke curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. Located in Querétaro, the campus provides maternal and K1 through preparatoria, with primary and secondary education incorporating elective courses. The school follows a European-informed approach, drawing on Swiss, Mexican and other cultures, and aims to form multilingual, capable learners prepared to engage with a global community. The IB DP is delivered during the final two years of upper secondary and is complemented by a language program that includes Spanish, German, French, English and Mandarin Chinese. CAS (Creativity, Action and Service) sits at the heart of student life, linking artistic activity, physical engagement and community service. The Diploma is recognized by more than 2,000 universities. Since its founding in Querétaro in 2007, the campus has grown within the Swiss-school tradition established in 1964.
Founded in 1976, the British American School operates two campuses in Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta, serving students aged 2 to 18. The curriculum blends the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with a bespoke program that integrates SEP and UNAM curricula from preschool through high school. The school uses a constructivist and humanist approach and employs inquiry-based, transdisciplinary units that weave together critical thinking, art, technology, and global exploration. Learning is bilingual, delivered through project-based experiences across levels. The high school pathway features an IB-endorsed entrepreneurship program and internationally recognized certifications such as TOEFL and DELF, supported by digital tools. The school maintains university partnerships and scholarships with Universidad Anáhuac and UPAEP. Distinctive programs include Basmun, a diplomacy and leadership development initiative, and strong language offerings with French and Spanish. After-school activities span sports, robotics, arts, cooking, and chess, alongside clubs in finance, coding, and entrepreneurship for a well-rounded international education.
Euroamerican School of Monterrey Campestre is an international school in Monterrey offering the American Curriculum for students aged 1 to 16. It operates on three campuses: a Preschool Campus on Río Tigris; the Elementary/Middle Campus on Alfonso Reyes; and Campestre campus in San Pedro Garza García. The program is bilingual from early years, with native-speaking teachers delivering English and Spanish immersion, and a trilingual approach in Middle School with English as the core language and French as a third language. Facilities include science labs, a library, a French classroom, Spanish rooms, a religion classroom, and athletic facilities: a covered turf field, three soccer fields, and a full-size basketball court. The campus offers a Makerspace with a 3D printer and laser cutter, plus robotics, chess, MUN, music, and art programs. The Compass Program supports socio-emotional learning and high-school guidance within a Conscious Discipline framework and Catholic inspiration. In a diverse community.
ASFM is a private, secular, nonprofit international day school for ages 3–18. It offers an American Curriculum with AP courses, aligned to Common Core English Language Arts and Math, Next Generation Science Standards, SHAPE America for PE, National Core Arts Standards for music and visual arts, and CASEL for social-emotional learning. The 212,000-square-meter campus in Santa Catarina, Nuevo León serves Elementary, Middle, and High School in distinct spaces, with ongoing renovations. A 1-to-1 laptop program supports learning, and the MSHS Library provides more than 17,483 items plus production studios and digital resources. The school opened in 1928 and now serves about 2,400 students, with a modern campus near Huasteca Canyon since the 1990s. ASFM emphasizes service, averaging over 21,000 hours of community engagement annually (93% of students participate). Extracurricular offerings include Destination Imagination, the National Honor Society, and TEDx Youth ASFM, along with athletics such as soccer, basketball, and track.
La Escuela de Lancaster is a bicultural, non-profit school with two campuses in Mexico City: Plantel Rey Yupanqui (Preescolar-Primaria) and Plantel Diligencias (Secundaria-Bachillerato). Founded in 1979 to blend Mexican and British traditions, it serves students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum combines international frameworks with local requirements. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) anchors learning in the primary years, with English taught alongside drama, art, computing, sports, music, and Spanish within SEP alignment. In secondary, the programme blends SEP with Cambridge IGCSE and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The IMYC supports the transition between PYP and IGCSE. The UNAM CCH pathway yields a UNAM certificate. The four pillars are biculturalidad, comunidad, pensamiento crítico, and formación integral. Notable programs include LankySports, Fulcrum arts publishing, Chess, Acción Social with Club de San Andrés and the Sustainability Committee, and a strong commitment to inclusive education and social responsibility today.
Escuela Tome1s Alva Edison is an international day school in Mexico serving ages 1 to 18. The school offers EYFS, Cambridge Primary and Secondary, the IB Diploma Programme, and a bespoke curriculum to support individual learning paths. Students develop multilingual proficiency in English, Spanish and French, with 70% reaching B2 or higher in Cambridge assessments and 30% achieving DELF. In high school, families choose between UNAM Bachillerato and the IB Diploma, aligning with university access in Mexico and abroad. MAP results show over 50% of students scoring above the 80th percentile in mathematics and outperforming international averages in English and science. Learning.First tracks progress, while wellbeing support includes the KiVa anti-bullying programme and personalised guidance. The TAE learner profile, Cambridge- and IB-inspired, fosters curiosity, reflection and leadership. ISP-linked programs and the I am Scientist initiative provide international opportunities, global university fairs and Future Pathways guidance. 98% of graduates secure a place at a first-choice university, with opportunities for MUN, international chess and collaborative arts projects.
Liceo Federico Froebel de Oaxaca is a long‑standing bilingual school serving Kindergarten through middle and high school levels in Oaxaca de Juárez, Mexico. Founded in 1968, it is the only high school in Oaxaca authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, providing an internationally recognized passport to universities worldwide. The school blends an IB curriculum with a bespoke continuum that aligns contents, methods, and assessment across all levels, and delivers instruction in English and Spanish through a strong bilingual program. Its Green School initiative promotes environmental responsibility, including waste management, recycling, reduced consumption, and efficient energy and water use. The Intelligent Discipline program reinforces respect, honesty, and responsibility. The Katz Reading and Writing Program, Philosophy for Children, reading projects, and volunteering activities support literacy, critical thinking, and social engagement. A comprehensive School Risk Management Plan guides safety with six emergency brigades and regular drills. Families from abroad welcome here.
Irish Monterrey is an international Catholic bilingual school in Monterrey, Mexico, serving students aged 3 to 15. The school offers bilingual instruction in English and Spanish and combines the Mexican curriculum with Advanced Placement options for eligible levels, within a Catholic education framework. The program emphasizes language development, information technologies, solid science and technology education, and cultural understanding. A teacher acts as a coach to develop critical thinking and emotional intelligence through a relationship among student, teacher and context, with differentiated instruction by maturation. The Semper Altius School Network coordinates two campuses: Irish First School (Alfonso Reyes 400 Ote., San Patricio) and Irish Middle School (Batallón de San Patricio 110, San Agustín). Facilities include a Makerspace, library, chapels, auditoriums, gym, athletic fields, music and art rooms, a cafeteria, and green spaces. Extracurriculars feature STEAM, robotics (Dronemakers and Mecakids), chess, music, and leadership activities such as Irish Tank. ISTE 2025 participation.
The American School Foundation of Guadalajara (ASFG) is a private, non-profit Asociación Civil offering a PK–12 bilingual, bicultural program. It operates in a secular setting in Mexico, with UNAM validation for the high school program (grades 10–12) and SACS CASI/AdvancED accreditation for pre-K through 12. The curriculum delivers instruction in English and Spanish, and SEJ governs PK–9 under an agreement with UNAM. The campus is LEED Gold certified and designed for project-based learning, with the Learning Garden, solar panels, water-saving sensors, and native pollinator habitats. On-site facilities include a Lower School Library, Upper School Library, and a range of outdoor and indoor spaces for collaboration. Distinctive features include extensive sustainability education, Earth Week, Eco-Race, monarch and pollinator gardens, and a Service Learning program. The school offers a Language Institute with multiple languages and programs such as No Mas Bolsas and Warrior Parent Academy to engage students and families worldwide.
Montenova International School is a campus in Santa Catarina, Monterrey, offering a bilingual international curriculum for Preschool through Secondary. The school blends an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme pathway with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels in later years, preparing students for recognized global credentials. Preschool (1–6) emphasizes learning through play, inquiry, and hands-on experiences in dedicated classrooms and outdoor spaces. Primary (6–11) fosters autonomy and critical thinking through collaboration, intercultural exchanges, and integrated arts and technology. Secondary (12–15) develops discernment and leadership through a multidisciplinary team, with activities such as Model United Nations, Debate and Current Affairs, and digital citizenship. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, subject-specific classrooms, and dedicated spaces for art and music, plus a 24-meter indoor heated pool, tennis and soccer facilities, a covered gym, and psychomotor areas for early years. A Cowork Space for parents reinforces a family-friendly, learning community focused on safety, well-being, and engagement.
Colegio Suizo de Mexico Campus Cuernavaca is a private international school offering the International Baccalaureate programme. It is one of three campuses in the Colegio Suizo network, alongside locations in Mexico City and Queretaro. The school provides a multilingual, globally-focused education in Cuernavaca, Morelos.
Colégio Americano de Saltillo is a private bilingual international day school serving ages 1–18 with an American curriculum. Preschool is bilingual with extended English exposure, a dedicated Kindergarten campus, Learning Centers, and a Neuromotor program. Elementary uses a bilingual, technology-enabled approach and the Compass program to develop critical thinking and digital skills. Middle School offers a bilingual program with about 70% English, 20% Spanish, and 10% German, plus electives such as Robotics, Digital Art, Debate, and Mandarin. High School emphasizes experiential learning through projects, Model United Nations, entrepreneurship, cultural exchanges, and international travel, with college-preparatory pathways and university fairs. The 4.8-hectare campus includes science laboratories in Middle and High School, a Makerspace with podcast studios, and technology rooms across levels; a 300-seat auditorium supports events. Sports facilities include three soccer fields, a dome with three covered basketball courts, and a tae kwon do studio; Kindergarten has a neuromotor development room.
International School of Monterrey (ISOM) is a bilingual, secular, inclusive, student-centered institution serving ages 3 to 15, from Kinder to High School. The school offers an Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum in its upper grades, complemented by academies in Mathematics, Sciences, Technologies, and Arts and Cultures, all taught in English. An English Academy focuses on English Language Arts and English as a Foreign Language, while a third language program (French or Japanese) runs after school twice weekly. The Project for Activation of the Intelligences (PAI) engages primary students to develop cognitive, affective and motor skills and multiple intelligences. Facilities include a campus with photo gallery and a 360-degree tour, plus a MakerSpace with 3D printing and laser cutting; spaces for chess, robotics, dance, choir and violin. Sports include soccer and basketball, with inter-school competitions. The community emphasizes service, anti-bullying, and Positive Discipline, alongside cultural and language exploration and a values-driven environment.
Atid School is an IB Continuum school in Mexico serving ages 2 to 18. It offers the IB Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), Diploma Program (DP), and CP programs. The language of instruction is English and Spanish, with Hebrew as the language of identity, supporting a trilingual approach (Spanish home language, English as a second language, Hebrew identity). The school, established in 1993 within the Jewish-Mexican community, provides an English-priority option within a Jewish context and promotes a Judeo-Zionist identity. Facilities leverage technology to support learning; preschool e-learning reinforces early education. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry and international-mindedness through global experiences, including international travel. The After School Program offers sports, arts, technology, and wellness, with activities such as Healthy Kitchen, Atid E-Motion, and a Book Club. High School includes College Guidance, internships, university fairs, BTEC certifications in Sport, Business Enterprise, Engineering, and Entrepreneurship, plus leadership opportunities like AtidMUN.
Colegio Americano de Puebla is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs, with AP options. It serves Preschool through High School (ages 1–18) in Mexico, hosting a diverse community of over 40 nationalities. The Diploma Program emphasizes breadth and depth and requires study in two languages; many DP courses are taught in English, and graduates receive a High School Certificate (BUAP) in addition to the DP. The Diploma Plan (Plan 06) includes 10th-grade courses in Arts and Design, Psychology, French, Anthropology, World History, German, Film, Geography, and Theater; 11th–12th grades include AP Biology, European History, AP Government and Politics, with electives across humanities, language, mathematics, sciences, and social sciences. The school integrates technology across campuses. Preschoolers explore programming and robotics; Primary features a Maker-focused Innovation class with a 3D printer; Junior High uses Chromebooks and Mac-enabled spaces; High School has computer labs, 3D printers, robotics, and a Makerspace. The Media Center houses 6,000+ books and digital resources, and the campus hosts a SAT/ACT center.
Lycée Franco-Mexicano (LFM) in Mexico City offers a French curriculum for ages 3 to 18 across two campuses, Polanco and Coyoacán. The school is affiliated with France's Bordeaux academy for the baccalaureate, and the bac sits within the French national framework; the years are recognized by the Mexican SEP. The general track presents a wide range of specialties, including History-Geography-Geopolitics, Humanities, Literature and Philosophy, Foreign Languages, Mathematics, Physics-Chemistry, Life and Earth Sciences, Engineering Sciences, and Economics and Social Sciences; a unique STI2D track covers Energies and Environment and Innovation Technology and Eco-design. In both tracks, a substantial core is followed, with three specialties chosen in Première and two in Terminale; optional subjects include theatre, visual arts, Italian and German. Exceptional facilities include libraries (Marmothèque, BCD, CDI), a digital cafeteria (SmartLunch), movement rooms, a gym and a swimming site. After the bac, most students study in Mexico, with options in France.
La Escuela de Lancaster is a bicultural, non-profit school with two campuses in Mexico City: Plantel Rey Yupanqui (Preescolar-Primaria) and Plantel Diligencias (Secundaria-Bachillerato). Founded in 1979 to blend Mexican and British traditions, it serves students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum combines international frameworks with local requirements. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) anchors learning in the primary years, with English taught alongside drama, art, computing, sports, music, and Spanish within SEP alignment. In secondary, the programme blends SEP with Cambridge IGCSE and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The IMYC supports the transition between PYP and IGCSE. The UNAM CCH pathway yields a UNAM certificate. The four pillars are biculturalidad, comunidad, pensamiento crítico, and formación integral. Notable programs include LankySports, Fulcrum arts publishing, Chess, Acción Social with Club de San Andrés and the Sustainability Committee, and a strong commitment to inclusive education and social responsibility today.
Escuela Sierra Nevada offers an American curriculum with a bespoke program for ages 2–18. Preschool is 100% in English with a French class, emphasizing socio-emotional development, creativity, social skills, and early language growth. Elementary is 100% bilingual with a French class, developing knowledge, oral expression, math, observation, research, and critical thinking through habits and attitudes. Middle School remains bilingual with a French class, centered on creativity, collaboration, character development, communication, critical thinking, and citizenship via an integrated, project-based approach with counselor support. High School offers five tracks—High-Performance Academic, Changemaker, Artistic, Athletic, Online—and personalized college counseling. The International Program is trilingual (Spanish, English, French) at the Interlomas and San Mateo campuses, with active learning, practical skills, and GAC English-language university preparation and one-on-one guidance. Interlomas facilities include tech-enabled classrooms, a bilingual library, science/STEAM/makerspace labs, sports areas, green spaces, and two dining venues, La Galería and Koa&Co.
Churchill School & College operates a two-campus model in Mexico City. Churchill School (Preschool–Secondary) is at Felipe Villanueva 36, Guadalupe Inn, and Churchill College (Bachillerato) is at Moctezuma 125, San Pablo Tepetlapa. The school combines the International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) with Cambridge International Education (IGCSE) to meet international standards. The Preschool uses a constructivist approach with Universal Design for Learning and begins IB in a bilingual, supportive setting. In Primary, English supports learning while developing emotional management and teamwork as students engage with IB and Cambridge curricula. In Secondary, English is the language of instruction for maths and science, with Cambridge feedback and ongoing IB integration. In High School, students undertake the IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSEs, with small class sizes and a personalised vocational guidance programme. The school offers a 100% bilingual education, with 50–80% of classes in English. The Anglo Foundation established Churchill to foster bicultural exchange and academic programs for over 25 years.
Colégio Inglés Americano (CIA) in Mexico offers an American Curriculum in a bilingual, bicultural setting for students aged 3 to 15. Preschool provides 100% English instruction in a supportive environment, with small groups led by a lead teacher and an assistant for individualized attention. From Kindergarten, students have a 1:1 iPad program to support personalized learning, backed by Apple Distinguished School recognition since 2018. The Primary program blends bicultural academics with character development, teamwork, and problem-solving, with English reinforced through contests and presentations and French introduced in Grade 4 as a third language. By the end of Primary, students master English and Spanish and apply their skills in projects and presentations. Secondary strengthens English and continues French, fostering critical thinking and leadership through literature and science. Daily ICT integration and international trips broaden real-world experiences. Founded twenty years ago, the school emphasizes leadership, empathy, and responsibility.
Eton School Mexico is a private bilingual international school in Mexico City for ages 2 to 18, offering English and Spanish instruction across a broad, international curriculum. The school blends American, IB (MYP and DP), the Singapore and Reggio Emilia approaches, and a bespoke curriculum to support diverse learning pathways. Three campuses serve toddlers through high school: the Toddler Center and Preescolar Alto in Lomas de Chapultepec, and the Primary, Secondary and High School campus in Santa Fe. The Santa Fe site spans 47,500 square meters and provides dedicated science laboratories, a computing lab with Apple equipment, and expansive arts and making spaces including a makerspace with a laser cutter and 3D printer. The Center for Information and Resources houses a library and collaboration areas. Nord Anglia partnerships enrich learning with Juilliard for performing arts and MIT for STEAM, plus an on-site Model United Nations program and a music offering.
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