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Celtic International School de México

Mexico, Querétaro

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2004
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages French, English
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Located in Corregidora, Querétaro, Celtic International School de México is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Career-related Programme (CP). Instruction is bilingual in English and Spanish. The school serves Day Care through Prepa Celta and maintains small class sizes to support close supervision and individualized attention. It is secular and co-educational, with an international IB mindset that emphasizes freedom, empathy and intercultural respect. The campus provides more than 20 cultural and sporting activities, alongside a comprehensive sports program known as the Boars. Students benefit from strong arts offerings—Baby Ballet, Theatre, Musical Ensemble—and from language support, including Cambridge English as a language program. A signature feature is the IB Continuum combined with POP activities such as Service Learning, plus Model United Nations through CISMUN and the KiVa anti-bullying program. Celtic emphasizes holistic development—physical, emotional and mental well-being—within a bilingual, internationally-minded community.

4+200 del Libramiento Sur Poniente, Col. Los Olvera, Corregidora, Querétaro, Mexico

The Essentials

Celtic International School de México has instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Querétaro, Mexico. The campus is at 4+200 del Libramiento Sur Poniente, Col. Los Olvera, Corregidora, Querétaro. Visit us in Querétaro, Mexico: Colegio Celta Internacional (High School) in Maravillas, Los Olvera, Qro.

Stages
Day Care; Kindergarten; Elementary School; Middle School; Prepa (high school).

Type
Co-educational; secular; IB World School

Religious affiliation
Secular

School day structure
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00–16:00; Friday 8:00–14:00; Saturday and Sunday closed; official holidays closed.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is a secular, coeducational educational community of high quality with an international IB orientation. It holds accreditation from the International Baccalaureate Organization to deliver the PEP, PAI, and POP programs.
Fees
Application fees
- Not published. The school does not publish a fixed application or one‑time enrollment (matrícula) amount for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic cycles.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)
- Not published. No public schedule of per‑term or per‑year tuition amounts by level (Day Care, Nursery, Kínder, Elementary, Middle School, Prepa) is available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 cycles. Parents should expect that tuition is set by educational level but the exact numeric fees are not provided publicly.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Not published. There is no publicly available, detailed billing calendar (monthly, bimonthly, termly or annual invoicing schedule) or comprehensive payment‑term document for 2026/27 or 2025/26. The school maintains a parent/student portal for families, which is the indicated channel for family access and likely for account management and payments. For exact billing dates, discounts for early payment, or penalties for late payment, contact admissions or the finance office.

Boarding fees
- Not applicable. The institution operates as a day school and does not list any boarding or residential program and therefore no boarding fees are published.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, books, extras)
- Not published. There is no publicly posted breakdown of additional fees such as uniform costs, textbook/workbook charges, school insurance, transportation, extracurricular program fees, field trips, or technology fees for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 cycles. Expect that typical additional items (uniforms, educational materials, optional activities) may be charged separately, but specific amounts and which items are mandatory are not publicly listed.

Refund information
- Not published. No public refund or cancellation policy for enrollment deposits, tuition payments, or activity fees for 2026/27 or 2025/26 is available. For the school's official refund terms (if any), contact the admissions or finance office directly.

Fee payment options
- Not published. The site lists a parent/alumni access portal and contact channels for admissions and administrative inquiries but does not publish accepted payment methods (credit card, debit card, bank transfer, cash, direct debit) or online payment instructions publicly. Use the school contact channels below to obtain the definitive list of accepted payment methods and instructions.

Administrative contact channels for fee inquiries (use these to obtain exact amounts and official schedules)
- Phone: (442) 227 3600.
- WhatsApp: +52 461 131 4044.
- Admissions / finance emails: arlin.villarreal@celta.edu.mx and luis.altamirano@celta.edu.mx.
- Onsite address: 4+200 del Libramiento Sur Poniente, Col. Los Olvera, Corregidora, Querétaro.

Summary of availability: I searched the school's published admissions and contact materials for the 2026/27 and 2025/26 cycles and found no publicly posted numeric fee schedule, billing calendar, payment‑method list, or refund policy. Therefore exact amounts per level, per term and the formal payment terms are not available in public materials; use the administrative contact channels above for official fee figures and the school's written fee policy.
Academics

Celtic International School de México teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP).

Curriculum
The school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Career-related Programme (CP). Instruction is bilingual in English and Spanish. The Elementary program emphasizes a bilingual environment that fosters their integral development. The Middle School provides international education that forms citizens of the world. The High School supports the achievement of our students' goals. The school is secular, co-educational, and emphasizes balance of physical, mental, and emotional development.

Higher Education Progression
The school has a University and Career Counsellor. Claudia Edith Molleda Ortega serves as the University and Career Counsellor. There is access to the School Profile for Universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional learning is central to the curriculum. The KIVA program combats bullying through activities and protocols to prevent violence. Boars Power uses sports to stimulate cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development. The school aims for a physical, mental, and emotional balance that guides students to express their ideas in diverse forms of communication and to make responsible, ethical decisions toward themselves, their environment, their community, their country, and the planet. The environment is described as a Great Place To Study, promoting happiness and growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides a bilingual environment that supports development. The Elementary School highlights the bilingual environment as part of its development.

Mental Wellbeing
Education enables your child to have physical, mental, and emotional balance. We provide tools for your child to enjoy growing and learning in a happy and positive environment. More than 20 cultural and sports activities support holistic development.

Safeguarding
An anti-bullying program called KIVA combats bullying through activities and protocols to prevent violence.
Parent Experience

History
The school is secular and coeducational with an international mindset and bilingual instruction. It operates with an International Baccalaureate (IB) model. Incorporation records show growth across levels: Primaria began on September 27, 2004; Ed. Inicial and Preescolar were incorporated on January 22, 2008; Secundaria on August 11, 2011; Bachillerato on September 13, 2017. It is located at 4+200 del Libramiento Sur Poniente, Col. Los Olvera, Corregidora, Querétaro.

Community
The Celta community is secular and coeducational with an international mindset and bilingual instruction. It promotes physical, mental, and emotional balance and encourages students to analyze and express ideas through diverse communication, making responsible, fair, honest, and ethical decisions. The school is certified as a Great Place to Study and offers more than 20 cultural and sports activities. Boars power sports and the KIVA anti-bullying program are part of its wellbeing initiatives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Day Care, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, and Prepa Celta form Celtic International School in Querétaro. It is an IB-accredited, secular, co‑educational community with an IB-minded approach, teaching in an environment of freedom, empathy, and intercultural respect. The school offers more than 20 cultural and sporting activities and provides full‑time schooling to accommodate working families. It emphasizes a balanced education that supports emotional, physical and mental well‑being, with small class sizes to ensure close supervision and individual attention. We invite families to join the Celtic family and experience the school's environment.

Sports Facilities
The Boars power program uses sports to stimulate essential cognitive, social, emotional and motor skills. It aims to achieve a physical, mental and emotional balance that helps students analyze and express their ideas in diverse forms of communication, while making responsible, fair, honest and ethical decisions toward themselves, their environment, their community, their country and the planet.

Academic Facilities
Celtic International School is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Career-related Programme (CP). It operates from Day Care through Prepa Celta, providing a bilingual environment that drives holistic development. The school is a high‑quality secular and co‑educational community with an international IB mindset, teaching in an environment of freedom, empathy and intercultural respect. Class sizes are small to ensure close supervision and individualized attention.

Extra Curricular Facilities
More than 20 cultural and sports activities are offered. The Boars program provides ongoing athletic opportunities to develop physical, social, emotional and cognitive skills. The KIVA anti-bullying program uses activities and protocols to prevent bullying and promote a safe school culture. The school also runs activities related to Model United Nations (CISMUN), and other programs that enrich student life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school implements the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum for learners aged 3 to 19, including Primary Years Programme (PEP), Middle Years Programme (PAI), and the Professional Orientation Program (POP). The IB framework emphasizes inquiry, communication, and intercultural understanding to develop internationally minded, well-rounded students. The POP component includes Personal and Professional Skills, Service Learning, Language Development, and the Reflection Project. The school also offers Model United Nations through CISMUN, providing opportunities for research, debate, and leadership in an international context.

Arts & Creative
The school offers a broad range of after-school cultural activities focused on creative expression. Programs include Baby Ballet, Arts and Crafts, Musical Ensemble, Canto y Emocionarte, Theater, and Ludoteca. Additional arts experiences cover painting and theatrical performance, organized for different age groups. These activities foster creativity, collaboration, and artistic development.

Cultural & Language
The school provides Cambridge Assessment English as a language program to support English proficiency. The IB program emphasizes intercultural understanding and global-minded learning as core attributes. Spelling Bee contests are organized as part of cultural activities to develop language skills.

Social & Hobbies
After-school, students engage in hobbies and social activities that support personal interests and social development. Chess training (Ajedrez) offers specialized instruction on openings, tactics, and endgame study. The Ludoteca provides a play-centered space for social interaction and imaginative activities.

Community & Service
IB's POP includes Service Learning, fostering community engagement and lifelong learning. KiVa anti-bullying is a program that supports a safe, respectful school environment. These elements reflect the school's emphasis on social responsibility and community wellbeing.

Leadership & Professional
Students participate in CISMUN, a Model United Nations program with leadership and diplomacy opportunities. The POP also emphasizes Personal and Professional Skills to prepare for higher education and future careers. These experiences cultivate leadership, teamwork, and professional communication.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The sports program includes Athletics, Capoeira, Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Taekwondo, Tochito, Cheerleading, Rugby, Swimming, Volleyball, Aerial Dance, Free Style, and Roller Skating, aimed at developing speed, strength, endurance, and coordination. A gymnasium is available for teams and weight training, supporting healthy conditioning and team-building. A morning dance class called Bailoterapia energizes students while promoting physical activity and stress relief.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are taught as languages of instruction, with about half the hours in English in Elementary. In Middle School, English and Spanish are languages of instruction, with 50% of hours in English and a French program supporting multilingual development. POP in Prepa Celta offers a bilingual Spanish/English program, with English-taught subjects such as American Literature, Design and Technology, British Literature, Ethics, History, Geography, and Model United Nations, and French as a third language with B2-C1 certificates. The school operates within the International Baccalaureate framework, delivering the Primary Years Programme (PEP), Middle Years Programme (PAI), and POP across levels.

Bilingual Teaching
English and Spanish are languages of instruction. In Elementary, 50% of hours are taught in English. In Middle School, instruction is in English and Spanish, with 50% of hours in English, and a French program supports multilingual development. In Prepa Celta, POP is bilingual Spanish/English, with English-taught subjects including American Literature, Design and Technology, British Literature, Ethics, History, Geography, and Model United Nations, and French as a third language with B2-C1 certificates.
Admissions

Admissions
0) Inicio del proceso de admisión. The admissions process can be started online by submitting the admissions form or by visiting the campus. You can begin by filling out the admissions form or visiting the campus securely. The option to start online or in person is presented on the admissions form page.

1) Reception. Provide your data and the student's data in the ‘admission information' format. The days of information sessions are announced for each section. The admissions department handles the collection of these details.

2) Information sessions. Attend the information session and tour on the assigned days. Schedule an appointment for the admission exam. Information sessions and tours are conducted Monday to Friday by appointment.

3) Documentation submission and exam payment. Go to the admissions department to deliver your documents and immediately pay the exam amount at the cashier. The process includes delivering required documents and paying the exam fee.

4) Entrance exam. Present yourself at the admissions department on the indicated exam date, arriving 10 minutes before your appointment. The psychopedagogy department will schedule a parent interview.

5) Results delivery. The admissions department will send the enrollment form to be completed and delivered with the required documents. School services will register the new student and issue the acceptance letter along with the payment form.

6) Acceptance of the student and request for documents. Attend the information session and tour on the assigned days. Request an appointment for the admission exam.

7) Payment of enrollment. Make the enrollment payment at the school cashier on the established date.

8) Admission processing and delivery of documentation. Go to Student Services to deliver any missing documents. The admissions department will provide information about the admission of your child, including lists of books, supplies and uniforms.

9) Important note. If enrollment payments are not made by the indicated dates, the student's place may be subject to space availability. Failing to provide the required documents by the deadline may result in withdrawal.
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