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IB Curriculum International Schools in Mexico City, Mexico

Compare 48 IB Curriculum international schools in Mexico City, Mexico. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MXN 195,833), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
48
Curricula
21
Average annual fee
MXN 195,833
Fee range
MXN 22,145 – 1,014,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (35 schools)
Average school size
2,039 pupils
Largest by enrolment
ITESM / PrepaTec - Campus Ciudad de México
Oldest
The American School Foundation (1888)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico City’s IB international schools usually form part of the IB continuum (Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programmes) and commonly serve children from early years through upper secondary, so families can often stay on a single IB pathway from around age 3 to 18. Many of these schools teach mainly in English while running strong bilingual Spanish programmes (and some offer instruction primarily in Spanish or additional languages), so expect a mix of English-medium and bilingual options. Published fee surveys for 2026 show a wide spread in annual tuition - roughly from the low hundreds of thousands of pesos at more accessible bilingual schools to several hundred thousand pesos at higher-fee IB schools, with many schools grouped in a mid band - and schools also charge one-off application or enrollment fees. Admissions are application driven and typically involve a school visit or virtual tour, submission of previous school records, language or placement assessments and a non-refundable application fee; popular grades and well-established campuses can require families to apply several months ahead or join waiting lists.

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FAQs for Mexico

Which IB programmes will my child find in Mexico City and what ages do they cover?
Most IB schools in Mexico City offer one or more parts of the IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for approximate ages 3 - 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for roughly 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for about 16 - 19. Some schools combine all three so a student can progress through PYP→MYP→DP at the same campus, while others offer only the DP or PYP depending on the school’s size and authorisation.
Will instruction be in English or Spanish, and how do bilingual programmes work?
Many IB international schools in Mexico City use English as the main language of instruction while embedding Spanish language and literature as either a mother-tongue or second-language subject, and a number of schools operate fully bilingual models where curriculum time is shared between English and Spanish. Schools often list which subjects are taught in each language, and most offer additional language learning and mother-tongue support where needed.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra school costs?
Published guides for 2026 show a broad market: annual tuition at international and bilingual schools in Mexico City can start in the low hundreds of thousands of MXN for more accessible options and reach several hundred thousand MXN at higher-fee IB schools, with many schools clustering in a mid band; schools also commonly charge one-off application, enrollment or re-enrolment fees and additional costs for exams, uniforms and trips. Ask each school for a full fee schedule and sample billing calendar so you can compare headline tuition, payment instalments, mandatory extras and any discounts for advance or annual payment.
What does the typical admissions process look like and when should we apply?
Admissions steps commonly include an initial enquiry or tour, submission of previous school records, an application form and fee, a placement or language assessment for the child and often an interview or meeting with admissions staff; some schools also run trial days or psychometric assessments for older applicants. Because desirable year groups can fill early, families relocating to Mexico City are advised to open applications several months before the intended start date and to confirm the school’s re-enrolment and deposit deadlines to secure a place.
What should we check when comparing IB schools in Mexico City?
Verify that the school is authorised by the IB for the specific programme(s) you need, review which languages are used for instruction, and ask about language support, inclusion/SEN provision and the school’s approach to assessment and university guidance. Also request a recent fee schedule, sample timetables and class-size information, and arrange a visit or virtual meeting to assess fit with your child’s learning style and your family’s practical needs such as transport and school hours.