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Cumbres International School Mexico

Mexico, Mexico City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees MX$99,940 - 196,700
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 25
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Located in Mexico, Cumbres International School México is a private Catholic bilingual day school that trains Christian leaders. The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) and follows an educational model built on CAR methodologies—cooperative, active and reflective—with distinctive approaches to teaching English, mathematics, language, technology and science. The graduation profile centers on ten life competencies, including love to God, personal care, character building, critical thinking and servant leadership, designed to prepare students for life beyond school. The school belongs to the Semper Altius School Network and follows the Regnum Christi educational framework, with decades of experience and a broad alumni network. Facilities integrate technology and provide spaces such as a STEAM Makerspace, laboratories, a swimming pool, an auditorium and a library. The bilingual program includes English immersion (from 7th to 9th grade) and a program of international events, competitions and service opportunities that foster global citizenship. It also supports lifelong learning.

This campus is part of Cumbres International School

Loma del Recuerdo 50, Lomas de Vista Hermosa, Cuajimalpa de Morelos, 05100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

The Essentials

Cumbres International School Mexico has typical class sizes of 25, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location

Memory Hill no. 50, Lomas de Vista Hermosa, Cuajimalpa de Morelos, 05100 Mexico City, CDMX. The school is a private school in the western part of Mexico City.

Stages

Preschool; Elementary School; Middle School; Anahuac High School

Type

The school is a private Catholic bilingual international day school

Country affiliation

Mexico

Religious affiliation

Catholic (Regnum Christi movement)
Diving Deeper

Food Options

The school has a Café on site.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of the Semper Altius School Network, an international network of Catholic and bilingual schools that implement the educational model of the Regnum Christi movement in 19 countries in America, Europe and Asia. The network has 65 years of experience and more than 70,000 graduates.
Fees

Annual tuition at Cumbres International School Mexico ranges from MXN 99,940 to MXN 196,700 for 2026/27.

Overview (academic year 2025/26)

Application / admission fees
- A non‑refundable application/exam fee is required at the time of application; an initial payment to secure a place and to cover the admissions assessment is collected.

Registration / inscription (one‑time) fees by level
- Bambolino (youngest preschool entry): MXN 15,552.
- Preschool (regular preschool program): MXN 19,763.
- Primary (Primaria): MXN 27,146.
- Middle School (Secundaria): MXN 32,715.
- High School / Preparatoria (Bachillerato): MXN 28,413.

Tuition (colegiatura) by level — stated as monthly and shown as an annual equivalent (10 monthly payments) and common payment alternatives
- Bambolino
- Monthly: MXN 9,994.
- Annual (10 months): MXN 99,940.
- Single annual payment (6% discount): MXN 93,944 (approx.).
- Two instalments (annual with 3% discount, split in two): total MXN 96,942; two payments of MXN 48,471.

- Preschool (regular)
- Monthly: MXN 11,955.
- Annual (10 months): MXN 119,550.
- Single annual payment (6% discount): MXN 112,197 (approx.).
- Two instalments (3% discount): total MXN 115,964; two payments of MXN 57,982.

- Primary (Primaria)
- Monthly: MXN 14,352.
- Annual (10 months): MXN 143,520.
- Single annual payment (6% discount): MXN 134,909 (approx.).
- Two instalments (3% discount): total MXN 139,214; two payments of MXN 69,607.

- Middle School (Secundaria)
- Monthly: MXN 17,292.
- Annual (10 months): MXN 172,920.
- Single annual payment (6% discount): MXN 162,585 (approx.).
- Two instalments (3% discount): total MXN 167,832; two payments of MXN 83,916.

- High School / Preparatoria (Bachillerato)
- Monthly: MXN 19,670.
- Annual (10 months): MXN 196,700.
- Single annual payment (6% discount): MXN 184,698 (approx.).
- Two instalments (3% discount): total MXN 190,799; two payments of MXN 95,400.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The network's standard payment options include: Option A — 10 monthly payments (typical vencimiento: 10th of each month); Option B — single annual payment (with a standard early‑payment discount of 6%); Option C — two instalments (with a standard discount of about 3%). Late payment may incur an accumulated monthly surcharge and the school follows the stated due‑date rules (if a due date falls on a holiday/weekend, payment is due the next business day). Parents select among these payment modalities at registration.

Boarding (residency)
- Boarding is not applicable: Cumbres International School México is presented and operated as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are published for the Mexico City campus.

Other costs and recurring fees
- Transportation: school transport is an additional cost; schools in the network collect the first month of transport when activating the service and charge transport separately from tuition. Budget for a separate monthly transport fee when required.
- Uniforms, textbook packs, school supplies and specific activity or material fees: these are additional and charged separately (uniforms and materials are not included in inscription or colegiatura). Expect an initial uniform and materials outlay at start of the year and occasional material/technology fees during the cycle.
- Extracurricular activities, special workshops, camps, exam fees, remedial courses, duplicado de certificados and other administrative services are billed separately when applicable.
- Insurance or mandatory contributions (when required) and parent‑association fees may be charged in addition to the items above.

Refunds and cancellations
- Registration/inscription and certain advance payments are normally treated as non‑refundable under the school's standard contractual terms. Refund practice for tuition after a student has started the cycle is governed by the school's contract and administrative rules; some advance payments or instalments may be non‑refundable or only refundable under limited conditions described in the registration agreement.

Accepted payment methods and options
- The school and network accept electronic payments through their administrative/payment portal and allow standard methods such as bank deposit/transfer and card payments; some campuses and the network publish options for annual, semiannual or monthly billing and may offer card instalment plans (for example, 3 or 6 months without interest) or discounts for advance payments. Exact payment channels (bank details, online portal, card acceptance and installment offers) are provided by the admissions/finance office at enrolment.

Summary of what to budget for when enrolling a student (examples, MXN)
- Initial costs: one‑time registration/inscription fee per level (see amounts listed above) plus any application/exam fee, first uniform and materials outlay, and usually the first transport payment if transport is required.
- Recurring costs: monthly colegiatura (or the chosen alternative: annual or two‑payment option), plus transport, extracurriculars, and incidental fees for special activities or services.

(Amounts and billing modalities above reflect the academic-cycle figures published for the 2025/26 cycle for Cumbres International School and the standard payment options used by the Semper Altius school network.)
Academics

Cumbres International School Mexico teaches Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum

Educational model emphasizes learning through CAR methodologies (cooperative, active and reflective). It uses own approaches in teaching English, mathematics, language, technology and science, with close accompaniment by teachers and trainers. The curriculum develops 10 life skills and provides learning environments that motivate learning and encourage collaboration. Graduation profile focuses on preparing students for life through 10 graduation competencies: Love to God; personal care and character building; search for truth; healthy and constructive affectivity; assertive communication; creativity and artistic sensitivity; innovation, design and problem solving; critical and autonomous thinking; social responsibility and interculturality; servant Christian leadership.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Students are the protagonists of their learning, with the educational community and families guiding them to reach their best version. We train happy children and young people who enjoy their school experience and grow in a healthy environment that enhances their talents and cares for their hearts.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

We accompany our students and their families with personalized treatment to guide and support them based on their needs and circumstances.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Our students learn in two languages and achieve a high command of the language that allows them to study and perform professionally in a second language.

Mental Wellbeing

The school environment fosters well-being by prioritizing happiness and healthy development for students.

Safeguarding

We maintain a Safe Environments Policy with principles, rules and procedures to ensure a safe environment; staff are trained; there is a Safe Environments Manager; and clear procedures exist to report and address violations.
Parent Experience

History

Cumbres International School México is a Catholic, bilingual school that trains Christian leaders. It belongs to the Semper Altius School Network, which implements the Regnum Christi educational model. The network has 65 years of experience and more than 70,000 graduates across 19 countries, including 55 schools in Mexico. The school teaches in two languages and is Cognia-accredited.

Community

The school emphasizes a family and school alliance as a pillar of its Regnum Christi–informed educational model. Parents are treated as protagonists, with talks and workshops designed to support family life and values. Grandparents' Day festival on April 21, 2023 featured circus-themed dances, a Eucharistic celebration, and a picnic honoring grandparents. Family involvement is essential to forming confident, responsible students.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school's facilities are an important part of the learning process. They integrate technology into the classroom to reinforce concepts, ideas, and skills. Large windows connect interior spaces with the exterior to help students self-regulate attention. Neutral color schemes promote concentration and creativity. The facilities include a swimming pool, STEAM Makerspace, basketball courts, playgrounds, a library, laboratories, Pinion Hall, an auditorium, a café, and a psychomotricity room.

Sports Facilities

The school offers a swimming pool for aquatic activity and physical education. Basketball courts support team sports and physical education. Outdoor playgrounds provide space for recreation and movement. The facilities are designed to support athletic and recreational activities as part of student life.

Academic Facilities

STEAM Makerspace enables collaborative, hands-on projects across science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Laboratories provide equipped spaces for science experiments and inquiry-based learning. The library supports reading, research, and independent study. Pinion Hall serves as a multipurpose space for classrooms or gatherings, and the auditorium provides space for assemblies and performances.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

From 7th to 9th grade, English is used at all times, creating an immersion setting that builds fluency, confidence and authentic communication skills. Students participate in Oratory Contests and Model United Nations through Premio Lidera, debating global topics in English with peers from other schools. They engage in Creative Classroom Projects and STEAM Presentations at Maker Fair, presenting Makerspace projects in English that combine science, technology and the arts. They also participate in International Events such as the ISTE Conference and Multicultural Trips, including the NASA Student Program in the U.S., culminating in a 9th Grade Debate, all designed to foster language, critical thinking and global citizenship.

Arts & Creative

STEAM Makerspace fosters creativity, ingenuity and exploration as a hands-on hub for cross-disciplinary projects. During Maker Fair, students present Makerspace projects in English, integrating science, technology and the arts. Projects include sewing and 3D modeling, providing practical, project-based learning that encourages creative expression.

Cultural & Language

English is taught in a bilingual environment, with learners expanding vocabulary and achieving high-level English use beyond functional language. Students participate in International Events and Multicultural Trips, such as the NASA Student Program in the U.S., and engage in Model United Nations and Oratory activities on global topics. The school is part of the Semper Altius network, which fosters cross-cultural educational experiences.

Social & Hobbies

The Middle School program emphasizes art, culture and sport, with students participating in academies and a range of artistic and cultural competitions. Makerspace projects and Maker Fair provide hands-on activities blending science, technology and the arts. In Primaria, students participate in physical education and academies, promoting collaboration and interculturality through sports and group activities.

Community & Service

Family and school form an educational alliance as part of the Regnum Christi Semper Altius network, recognizing parents as the first educators and educational partners. Parents are described as protagonists, with talks and workshops that strengthen values and the collaborative educational mission. The alliance aims to support families and foster a shared sense of purpose in the students' formation.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership development is a core focus, with explicit emphasis on Christian servant leadership so students respond to the needs of others as responsible citizens. The school emphasizes empowering student leadership and service, cultivating critical thinking and collaborative problem solving. The Semper Altius network provides additional opportunities for leadership development across the community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Socio-emotional education is a priority, implemented through NET-based approaches and educational strategies that promote personal growth and well-being. Cooperative, active and reflective (CAR) methodologies support wellbeing and positive learning environments. The curriculum also includes extensive physical education and sports academies to encourage physical activity, teamwork and intercultural understanding.
Languages

Language Provision

Two languages are used in instruction. Our students learn in two languages and achieve a high command of the language that allows them to study and perform professionally in a second language. The bilingual approach is part of a Catholic education within the Semper Altius School Network.

Bilingual Teaching

The school is a Catholic, bilingual school.
Reputation

Awards

Apple Distinguished School; Cognia accreditation

Accreditations

The school is internationally accredited by Cognia. It has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, with Apple recognizing schools and programs worldwide that stand out for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence; the school notes that this recognition reflects integration of technology in teaching and learning.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Complete the admissions application. The form to request personalized information is used to start the process, and a representative will contact you to answer all questions. You can schedule an appointment to visit in person or online. This initial step begins the admissions process. 2. Request an information session online or in person with the admissions team to learn about the requirements, costs and availability of places for the desired program. The information session explains what is required and the associated costs. Sessions can be conducted online or in person. This helps families understand the program and next steps. 3. Submit the required documents at each stage of the admissions. A documents list is available through the admissions materials. Submitting the documents is necessary to advance through the process. 4. Conduct the psychopedagogical and academic evaluation in person or online (in the grades that apply). Evaluations are carried out in the applicable grades, and can be done in person or online. The evaluation forms part of the admissions assessment. 5. Schedule the face-to-face or remote interview with the management team. The interview is conducted by the school leadership team and can be in person or online. This interview completes the admissions process.
School Events
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