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American School Foundation of Chiapas

Mexico, Tuxtla Gutiérrez

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 425
Type Co-educational
Opened 1991
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum
Taught languages French, Italian
Typical class size 26
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The American School Foundation of Chiapas (ASFC) is a private co-educational international school in Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, Mexico, with over 30 years of operation. The school offers education from Maternal through Preparatoria (High School) with an IB programme and bilingual English-Spanish instruction. ASFC offers more than 15 extracurricular academy options including orchestra, robotics, and taekwondo. The school is accredited by Cognia and is a member of ASOMEX and AAIE.

Blvd. Belisario Domínguez 5580-F, Colonia Las, 5 Plumas, 29020 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chis., Mexico

The Essentials

American School Foundation of Chiapas has 425 pupils, typical class sizes of 26, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
The school is located at Blvd. Belisario Domínguez 5580, Colonia Las 5 Plumas, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 29020, Mexico. It is in the Las 5 Plumas neighborhood of Tuxtla Gutiérrez.

Stages
Five divisions: Maternal (preschool), Kindergarten, Primary (Grades 1-5), Middle School/Secundaria (Grades 6-8), and High School/Preparatoria (Grades 9-12).

Type
Private co-educational international school following an American educational model aligned with Mexican regulatory requirements.

Country affiliation
The educational model aligns with United States standards and is IB-compatible.
Diving Deeper

House System
All ASFC families, teachers and staff are assigned to a Hogwarts-style house on arrival. The four houses compete with each other and members receive colored shirts to show house spirit. Through friendly competition, students learn the importance of teamwork, get to know students from other grade levels, and develop a shared sense of identity within the ASFC community. The program promotes school pride and allows students to interact beyond the usual academic and social circles. By sharing a common goal, students are motivated to work together, help one another and set aside differences.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by the ASFC Patronato (Board of Directors), whose members come from diverse professional and community backgrounds. Founding members and volunteers serve as advisers and hold the highest authority for all school efforts that impact the school's profile, mission, vision and overall projection to benefit the local and global community.
Fees
Overview
The school does not publish a public, itemised fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) on its publicly available pages. The entries below list every typical fee category requested and state whether a specific amount or detailed schedule is published; where the school has published policy-language about a fee category this is stated.

Application / Admissions fee
- Not publicly listed: there is no published amount for an application or admissions fee available in the school's public pages. Any application or enrolment fee amount is not published for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Not publicly listed by amount: the school identifies the served levels (Maternal, Kínder, Primaria, Secundaria, Preparatoria) but does not publish per-term or per-year tuition amounts for any grade. No numeric tuition schedule by year group or term is available on the school's public pages for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Monthly billing referenced: the school's rules/regulations language refers to a monthly tuition payment ("colegiatura mensual") and mentions an annual materials fee for art/special projects, indicating tuition is collected on a recurring/monthly basis. The precise billing calendar (number of payments per academic year or per-term amounts), invoice due dates, accepted late-payment penalties, and installment options are not published.

Boarding / residential fees (if applicable)
- No boarding program indicated: the school describes itself as serving maternal through bachillerato (day-school educational levels) and does not list dormitories or boarding services; therefore no boarding fees are published or applicable in public materials.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Annual materials / project fees: the school's regulation language specifically references an annual materials fee for Art and Special Projects; no public numeric amount is provided.
- Extracurricular / academy charges: the school runs multiple academies and extracurricular programmes (music, sports, robotics, languages, etc.). Specific programme fees, per-activity charges, or instrument/activity rental fees are not published.
- Uniforms / dress-code costs: there is no published uniform price list or uniform-purchase policy with amounts on the school's public pages. Whether uniforms are sold through the school or a supplier and associated costs are not published.
- Transportation, lunches, examinations, certification, or technology fees: no public fee amounts for transport, meals, external exam fees, IB/other certification fees or technology contributions are published.

Refund information
- Not publicly listed: no public statement of a numeric refund policy (amounts refundable, deadlines for refunds, or pro‑rata calculations) is published for admissions, deposits, tuition or extras in the school's public materials.

Fee payment options and methods
- Not publicly listed: explicit published payment methods (credit card, direct-debit, bank transfer, cash, online payment portal) and the ability to pay by instalments are not shown in public pages. Contact information for the administration is provided for billing and payment enquiries.

Summary of what is and is not available
- What is available publicly: confirmation of the school's educational levels, campus information and general references to policies that indicate a monthly tuition structure and an annual materials fee for art/projects.
- What is not available publicly: any numeric fee amounts (application, per-term or per-year tuition by grade, boarding fees, uniform costs, transport/lunch/extracurricular charges, refund tables, and specific payment-method instructions) for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years are not published on the school's public pages.

Administrative contact for fee and billing enquiries
- The school's published contact details (phone, WhatsApp and email) are provided for obtaining precise, current numeric fee schedules, billing calendars, payment-method instructions and refund rules. Use the school's admissions/billing contact to request the official fee schedule for a given academic year.
Academics

American School Foundation of Chiapas teaches IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
ASFC Model divides education into Lower School (Maternal, Kindergarten, Primary G1–G5) and Upper School (Secondary G6–G8, Preparatory G9–G12). ASFC follows the International Baccalaureate framework, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and working toward accreditation for the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The IB framework emphasizes inquiry, intercultural understanding, multilingualism, and internationally aligned standards. The IB philosophy guides teaching across all programs, and digital learning is integrated across the curriculum using Google Classroom and MAP assessments. MAP measures performance and growth in four areas: mathematics, English reading, Spanish reading, and English language usage.

Higher Education Progression
ASFC maintains strong local, national, and international university connections to support graduates pursuing higher education worldwide. National partnerships include UDLAP, IBERO, ITAM, UPAEP, ELDP, UNIVA, EBC, ANAHUAC, and VATEL, with additional options. International partnerships include DBU (Dallas Baptist University), BHMS (Business & Hotel Management School) in Lucerne, VATEL, and Arkansas State University, Campus Querétaro. The school hosts an annual University Fair to showcase partner programs, and some offer scholarships or admission benefits to ASFC graduates. The Arkansas State University partnership provides dual degrees valid in the United States and SEP validation, the option to study on the U.S. campus for one year at Mexican prices, and English-taught courses taught by international faculty, with scholarships up to 50% for ASFC graduates. ASFC also hosts international exchanges for summers or school years and welcomes international students; it participates in DBU's Global Community Partnership to offer college credits while in high school and maintains collaborations with Utah State University and Northeastern State University for student teaching experiences.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ASFC is a multicultural educational community that fosters a love of learning and develops creative, principled citizens through critical thinking, research, and collaboration. The IB program aims to form compassionate, globally minded students who strive to contribute to a better, more peaceful world, with mutual understanding and intercultural respect. Learning is student-centered, action-based, and connected, guided by best practices and values. The school emphasizes collaborative, reflective learning that supports students' social and emotional growth and global citizenship.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ASFC develops multilingual students as part of its IB framework. MAP measures performance in mathematics, English reading, reading in Spanish, and English language use, with an adaptive format that adjusts difficulty based on student responses.

Mental Wellbeing
ASFC supports mental wellbeing through its values-based, supportive environment and focus on integrity, respect, and collaboration, fostering compassion and resilience as students engage with local and global contexts.
Parent Experience

History
Operating for over 30 years in Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, the school has established strong ties with the local and international community.

Community
An active PTA, social responsibility programs, and alumni network foster community engagement. International university partnerships support student placement.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent-Teacher Association is actively involved in school life with community partners and collaborative local partnerships.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school's facilities are showcased on the campus page with a gallery of campus images. The campus is described as eco-friendly, with recycling projects and a Sky Garden that teaches students about sustainability. Visitors are invited to get to know the facilities, indicating a range of spaces for academic, arts, and student life activities. The Sky Garden serves as a learning space focused on sustainable culture.

Sports Facilities
Dedicated facilities for basketball, soccer, and other athletics programs.

Academic Facilities
Robotics labs and digital learning infrastructure support the school's technology-focused curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
More than 15 extracurricular options include Orchestra, Taekwondo, Robotics, Soccer, Skating/Skateboarding, Basketball, Japanese, Italian, French, Dance, Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship for kids, Piano, Singing, Drums, Art, and Mental Arithmetic.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Robotics, mental arithmetic, and business for children programs are offered as extracurricular academies.

Arts & Creative
More than 15 academy options include orchestra, music instruction, painting and visual arts, piano and singing, and dance/performing arts.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations and French and Italian language instruction clubs.

Social & Hobbies
House competition assigns families to four Hogwarts-style houses; members receive colored shirts to show house spirit. Through friendly competition, students learn teamwork and connect with peers across grade levels, building a shared community. Model UN (SIMUN) is an educational and cultural event in which upper-school students act as diplomats, developing oratory, rhetoric, and negotiation skills. The Student Council is elected and works with a faculty advisor to provide student voice and governance, representing student concerns to the administration; the school also hosts annual events such as Winter Festival, Halloween, Mexican Pic-nic, 4th of July, Spring Festival, Kermesse, and Flower Fest.

Community & Service
ASFC runs campaigns each school cycle to benefit the community, engaging students, parents, and staff and promoting ecological and social awareness. Campaigns include a zero polystyrene use policy, collection of PET bottle caps for donation to institutions, tree planting, beach cleanups, and collecting clothing, shoes, school supplies, and food for homes, shelters, and migrants. The school also organizes visits to hospitals and shelters to provide support and care.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council and House Competition programs develop leadership skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports such as basketball, Taekwondo, soccer, and skating are offered through academies to support physical health and teamwork. The Wonder Camp provides bilingual summer activities in English and Spanish, including arts, crafts, soccer, music, skating, robotics, and language reinforcement. Annual events and house competitions contribute to a vibrant school life and a sense of community wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
French and Italian are offered as additional language options through extracurricular academies.

Bilingual Teaching
Bilingual education in English and Spanish across all divisions from Maternal through Preparatoria.

Immersion Programs
Wonder Camp is offered in summer and reinforces English learning. It is organized through an English-led program with sessions in both languages, covering arts, crafts, soccer, music, skating, robotics, and language reinforcement. It is open to the public.
Reputation

Accreditations
Cognia certified - International accreditation for educational quality
ASOMEX (Asociacion Mexicana de Escuelas Internacionales) member
AAIE (Association of American International Schools) affiliated
IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization) authorized
SEP (Mexican Ministry of Education) recognized
UNAM (National Autonomous University of Mexico) affiliated
Admissions

Admissions
1. Schedule an appointment. Begin the admissions process by scheduling an appointment with the school. A WhatsApp option is available to arrange the visit. After scheduling, a member of the admissions team will reach out to provide next steps. 2. Information and tour of the school. You receive information about the school and a tour of the campus. This helps you learn about ASFC's programs and the student experience. 3. Admission exam. The admission exam is administered as part of the process. 4. Exam results. The results of the exam are provided in 1–2 days. 5. Personal information form. You complete a personal information form with details about the student and guardian. 6. Documentation. Personal documents are received by the school. 7. Enrollment payment. The enrollment payment is made to finalize admission. 8. Delivery of supplementary documents. Additional documents are submitted to complete the file. 9. Contract. The contract is signed to finalize the enrollment agreement.

Scholarships
Arkansas State University, Campus Querétaro. The school has an agreement with Arkansas State University, Campus Querétaro, the only U.S. university campus in Mexico. This provides a pathway for graduates to pursue education in English without leaving Mexico. Benefits include a double degree valid in the United States and SEP validation, the chance to study on the U.S. campus for one year at Mexican prices, and courses taught exclusively in English by international professors. Graduates have access to scholarships up to 50% under the agreement. BHMS – Business & Hotel Management School. Located in the heart of Lucerne, BHMS is a Swiss private educational group with strong international links that facilitate internships. Students can benefit from the agreement with a differentiated price for the professional degree and for summer camps. VATEL – Hotel & Tourism Business School. VATEL offers scholarships ranging from 60% to 30%, provides a Mexico/France dual degree, campus exchanges, and paid internships abroad. DBU – Dallas Baptist University. ASFC participates in the Global Community Partnership with DBU, offering scholarship opportunities for graduates, with a program that allows ASFC students to take DBU classes while still in high school and earn college credits usable at many U.S. universities. AFS México. AFS México is an international organization that provides learning opportunities through high school students from around the world who come to ASFC for school cycles. Utah State University and Northeastern State University. Through collaboration with Utah State University and, in 2023, Northeastern State University, ASFC welcomes their student teachers annually; our teachers mentor, and visiting students participate in daily life at ASFC, enriching the experience for all. University Fair. Our annual University Fair is a key event to learn about the educational options offered by partner universities; some partner universities award scholarships to ASFC graduates or provide other benefits in the admissions process.
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