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American School Foundation of Monterrey

Mexico, Monterrey

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MX$248,710 - 424,490
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2417
Type Co-educational
Opened 1928
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 9
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

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.

Av. Dr. Ignacio Morones Prieto 1500, San Isidro, 66190 Cdad. Santa Catarina, N.L., Mexico

The Essentials

American School Foundation of Monterrey has 2,417 pupils, typical class sizes of 9, instruction in English.

Location
Huasteca Canyon, Santa Catarina, Nuevo León, Mexico

Stages
Nursery through 12th grade

Type
Private, secular, nonprofit international day school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Mexican students and students from 15 other countries; 16 nationalities represented

Additional learning support
Center for Personalized Learning offers specialized opportunities to expand learning experiences and tailor experiences to meet the needs of students who require additional support

Religious affiliation
Secular

School day structure
Preschool/Nursery & Pre-Kinder: 7:45 am–1:00 pm; Elementary (K–5): 7:45 am–2:45 pm; Middle School (6–8): 7:50 am–2:45 pm; High School (9–12): 7:50 am–2:45 pm; Activities run 3:00 pm–6:30 pm
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is a day school with no boarding facilities.

Food Options
The school has a cafeteria.

Governance and Ownership
The school is privately owned and non-profit and is governed by a School Board. The 2025-2026 board includes a Board President, Jorge Cárdenas Lozano, and standing committees for Governance, Finance, Compensation, and Audit.
Fees

Annual tuition at American School Foundation of Monterrey ranges from MXN 248,710 to MXN 424,490 for 2026/27.

Application / Entrance & Registration Fees

- Registration Fee (one-time, N–12): MXN 33,080.
- Registration Fee (one-time, Bach/Grades 10–12): MXN 16,540.
- Entrance (New‑student) Fee (N–12): USD 9,270.
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Tuition fees by year group (annual or 11‑installment options) — applicable amounts shown in MXN for the 2025–2026 school year

- Nursery – Pre‑K (N–PK)
- Annual (one installment): MXN 285,120 (Child 1) / MXN 248,710 (Child 2+).
- 11 monthly installments (Aug–June): MXN 25,920 (Child 1) / MXN 22,610 (Child 2+).

- Kindergarten – 5th Grade (K–5)
- Annual (one installment): MXN 320,210 (Child 1) / MXN 283,800 (Child 2+).
- 11 monthly installments (Aug–June): MXN 29,110 (Child 1) / MXN 25,800 (Child 2+).

- 6th – 9th Grade
- Annual (one installment): MXN 362,670 (Child 1) / MXN 326,370 (Child 2+).
- 11 monthly installments (Aug–June): MXN 32,970 (Child 1) / MXN 29,670 (Child 2+).

- Bachillerato I–III (Bach)
- Annual (one installment): MXN 362,670.
- 11 monthly installments (Aug–June): MXN 32,970.

- 10th – 12th Grade
- Annual (one installment): MXN 424,490.
- 11 monthly installments (Aug–June): MXN 38,590.

- Notes on Child 1 / Child 2+: “Child 1” denotes the oldest child in a family enrolled in grades N–9; “Child 2+” denotes additional children enrolled in grades N–9. Students in Bach/grades 10–12 are not included in the Child 1/Child 2+ discount classification.
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Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment options for tuition:
- One installment: paid in August or September (annual payment).
- Eleven equal monthly installments: August through June (payments due within the first 10 calendar days of each month; the August installment is due together with the September installment on September 10th).
- Tuition is calculated in Mexican Pesos (MXN); payments in US Dollars (USD) are accepted with prior confirmation of the exchange rate.
- Late payments incur a 2.5% monthly late fee on outstanding tuition balances.
- All balances for the school year must be settled by June 10 as part of year‑end closing.
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Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as an international day school (no boarding provision).

Other costs and routine ancillary fees

- Uniforms
- New uniform program introduced for 2025–2026; uniforms are purchased through the school store and the designated vendor (PESA). Store hours, vendor contact details and online purchase brochure are provided for families; costs depend on the items ordered and are paid directly to the uniform vendor.
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- Student Accident Insurance
- A student accident insurance policy is maintained for enrolled students; contact details for accident claims and policy brochures are provided to families.
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- Cafeteria / food services and other school service charges
- Cafeteria services and payment mechanisms are managed through the school's service channels; families pay for cafeteria usage and other optional services per the school's published methods.
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- Technology / device program
- The school runs a 1:1 laptop program and related technology arrangements; fees or required purchases for technology or device insurance may apply according to the program details and family choices.
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Refunds and fee‑recovery policy

- All fees are non‑reimbursable and non‑transferable. Registration (one‑time) fees are payable again if a student withdraws and later returns (unless specific temporary‑leave provisions apply).
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Fee payment methods and administrative notes

- Accepted payment methods:
- Automatic credit card payments (Visa/MasterCard) via an enrollment form for domiciled payments.
- In‑person payments at the school cashier (credit or debit card only).
- Bank deposits and wire transfers.
- Payments in MXN are standard; USD payments are accepted with confirmed exchange rate arrangements.
- Invoices are generated and sent automatically the next business day after payment; families can view invoices and account balances in the Family Services Portal.
- For tuition, invoicing and exchange‑rate questions contact the school's tuition & invoicing coordinator (Claudia Saldaña, AR, Financial Aid & Scholarships Coordinator) at claudia.saldana@asfm.edu.mx.
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Academics

American School Foundation of Monterrey teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
ASFM has an N-12 curriculum aligned across all subject areas to prepare students for college, career, and life. Curriculum content is based on the Common Core for English Language Arts and Math, Next Generation Science Standards, SHAPE America for physical education, National Core Arts Standards for music and visual arts, and CASEL Competencies for social-emotional learning.

Student Teacher Ratio
8:1

Higher Education Progression
99% of ASFM graduates go on to university studies. Class of 2024 college destinations: 48% Mexico; 37% USA; 4% Canada; 5% Europe; 1% Asia; 4% undefined. Notable universities attended include Stanford University, Harvard University, and the University of Texas at Austin.

Gifted and Talented
The Center for Personalized Learning offers specialized opportunities to expand learning experiences for students, fostering individual excellence by supporting talents and interests and tailoring experiences for students who require additional support, seek greater academic challenges, or wish to explore areas of personal interest. Programs include art, chess, robotics, music, French, and other options.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ASFM provides social-emotional learning through a dedicated counseling program. The Middle School Counseling Team supports students in grades 6–8 with both individual and group counseling to meet developmental, preventative, and remedial needs. Counselors provide crisis intervention and guidance, but do not offer long-term therapy. The counseling program designs instruction aligned with American School Counseling Association standards and SEL plans to support students' current needs. SEL competencies include understanding and managing emotions, setting and achieving positive goals, empathy, establishing positive relationships, and making responsible decisions. The High School Counseling program emphasizes social-emotional growth, college readiness, and a comprehensive counseling framework.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Center for Personalized Learning offers specialized opportunities to expand learning experiences. It fosters individual excellence by supporting students' talents and interests and tailors experiences to meet the needs of students who require additional support or seek greater academic challenges. The CPL provides a broad range of options, including arts, athletics, and language offerings such as French, to complement core instruction. These programs are designed to accommodate diverse learner profiles and to extend opportunities beyond the standard curriculum.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The primary language of instruction is English. Spanish is taught as one of the five core subjects. The school describes itself as operating with English-language instruction complemented by Spanish language study as part of the core program, indicating a bilingual orientation within the curriculum. This bilingual framework supports multilingual learning as part of the core program. English-language instruction is the foundational language across grade levels with Spanish integrated as a core subject.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through ASFM's counseling services. Counselors provide individual and group counseling to address developmental, preventative, and remedial needs and are trained to deliver responsive services and crisis intervention. Counseling follows SEL plans aligned with recognized student standards to support ongoing wellbeing and success. The Wellbeing Department, including a Wellbeing Department Assistant, provides dedicated resources for student wellbeing and offers clear points of contact for students and families.

Safeguarding
ASFM provides an anonymous reporting mechanism (ASFMHELP) to safeguard students and address concerns promptly. School counselors offer crisis intervention and support as part of safeguarding services, and there are established pathways to maintain a safe learning environment. The HS Counseling page documents Social Emotional Learning and Services alongside reporting channels, reinforcing safeguarding structures. A Child Protection Policy is listed in Admissions resources, underscoring the safeguarding framework and policies in place for the school community. Together, these resources establish safeguarding processes to protect students and respond to concerns effectively.
Parent Experience

History
Opened in 1928 to provide English-language education for Monterrey families, ASFM began on September 3, 1928 with 57 students in grades 1–10 and soon became a Private Civil Society under Mexican law. In 1944, the American School Foundation of Monterrey was established to transform ASFM into a nonprofit institution. Enrollment grew to 450 by 1956, and a Río Missouri campus opened in 1958. A modern campus near Huasteca Canyon opened in the 1990s, with Middle and High School moving there in 1996 and all grades on site by 2010. Today ASFM serves over 2,400 students on a 212,000 m² campus and has more than 12,000 alumni.

Community
Center for Community Engagement connects ASFM high school students with the heartbeat of the local community. It partners with over 20 organizations across education, environmental conservation, healthcare, and social development, including Nuevo Amanecer, Caritas, Musica del Corazon, Mas Utiles, Cardio Chavitos, Casa Monarca, Cruz Rosa, DIF NL, La Gran Familia, Parque Chipinque - Mantenimiento, Pronatura, Soñar Despierto, Regalando Estrellas, Techo NL, and Zona 85. The program seeks to transform service through meaningful experiences that deepen students' understanding of local issues and civic responsibility.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Association uses the strength of the parent community to support the school's administration in building community and promoting student well-being.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus sits on a 212,000-square-meter site in Santa Catarina, Nuevo León. The campus serves Elementary, Middle School and High School across distinct spaces. Renovations and improvements have been undertaken to enrich the learning environment, with further upgrades planned over the next three years. Investments reflect a long-term commitment to high-quality facilities that foster innovation and a vibrant learning experience for generations to come.

Sports Facilities
Sports fields serve Elementary and MSHS teams.

Academic Facilities
The Elementary School from Nursery to 5th is housed in an expansive, two-story facility. Technology in Education includes a 1-to-1 laptop program. Elementary science follows the NGSS and Spanish is taught through a balanced literacy approach, while the math curriculum follows Common Core Standards. The MSHS Library contains more than 17,483 items and includes production studios with professional recording equipment, with access to digital resources. Online resources are available for both Elementary and MSHS learners.

Extra Curricular Facilities
35 After School Activities classes are offered for Elementary Students. Programs and clubs include Destination Imagination, Ambassador Program - MSHS, Multicultural Club - MSHS, NHS, HSSC and other activities. Athletics programs include Flag Football, Track and Field, and Basketball. The Extended Learning Program includes Athletics, Ballet, Center for Community Engagement, Center for Personalized Learning, ASOMEX.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has Destination Imagination for 2nd to 5th Grade. Destination Imagination is a program where teams tackle challenges that combine STEM, the arts, and service learning. It emphasizes the creative process from imagination to innovation, teamwork, perseverance, ethics, and collaboration, with top teams potentially advancing to state or country tournaments.

Arts & Creative
The school has Ballet for Elementary and Middle/High School students. TEDx Youth ASFM hosts TEDx events, which are locally organized gatherings featuring live TED-like talks and videos. The TEDx Youth ASFM page explains that TEDx events are independently planned and coordinated, with common features.

Cultural & Language
The Multicultural Club - MSHS is listed as a campus-life program. It appears among the campus-life offerings under Programs and Clubs.

Social & Hobbies
The school has 35 After School Activities Classes offered for Elementary Students. These activities provide additional opportunities for social engagement and personal interests outside the regular classroom.

Community & Service
The school averages more than 21,000 hours of community service. This reflects strong engagement in service through ASFM's community initiatives. 93% of students participate in the Center for Community Engagement (CCE).

Leadership & Professional
The school has the National Honor Society (NHS) at ASFM, an organization of students who excel in character, scholarship, service, and leadership. The Ambassador Program - MSHS is listed as a leadership offering in campus life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Athletics Program offers Soccer, Basketball, Track and Field, Flag Football, Volleyball, Fitness, Gymnastics and Skills. It provides multiple scheduling options and emphasizes daily practice to support competitive experiences and leadership development.
Languages

Language Provision
All classes are taught in English except Spanish classes and Mexican Studies. Spanish offerings include Spanish 9, 10, 11; Spanish Language & Communication 12; Spanish Analysis & Creative Literature 12; AP Spanish Literature; Spanish LC Level 1-2 and 2-3. French is offered as an Extended Learning elective.
Reputation

Awards
None listed in this profile

Accreditations
NEASC and Secretaría de Educación Pública accreditation; private, secular, non-profit, co-educational day school; US-style university preparatory program.
Admissions

Admissions
The school follows a five-step Admission Process. Step 1 Review the Documentation Guidelines to outline all required documents, eligibility criteria, and timelines. Step 2 Create a PowerSchool Enrollment account and complete the online application; upload all required documents and expect a confirmation email after submission. Step 3 The Admissions Office reviews the file and may request additional information. Step 4 Evaluation, decision and enrollment; after review, the admissions decision is communicated by email and, if accepted, next steps to secure placement are provided. Step 5 Welcome to ASFM, with orientation details and all information needed to begin the school year. Application deadlines are listed by grade level: Any grade level for January 2026 starts September 5, 2025; Nursery and Pre-K 2026-2027 runs September 6–November 7, 2025; Kinder to 11th Grade 2026-2027 starts in October 2025; Bach 1/10th Grade 2026-2027 starts September 5, 2025.

Scholarships
The school offers an Excellence Scholarship program with categories and maintains a Scholarships Privacy Policy.
School Events
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