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Instituto Thomas Jefferson - Campus Zona Esmeralda

Mexico, Mexico City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish, French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1287
Opened 2012
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
Instituto Thomas Jefferson
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Spanish, French
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Instituto Thomas Jefferson – Campus Zona Esmeralda is a private international day school in Mexico serving students from 1 to 18 years old. The campus follows a bilingual curriculum that blends EYFS foundations with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma, under SEP and UNAM standards from kindergarten through high school. The school is part of the Instituto Thomas Jefferson network and is accredited by NEASC, Cambridge, and IB, ensuring alignment with internationally recognised frameworks. Multilingual learning develops English, Spanish, and French through immersion, with a Cambridge bilingual approach powering the program. Facilities include modern science labs, a dedicated art studio, libraries, a Harvard room, on-site medical care, and sport facilities with outdoor courts and an on-site gym. The school reports a 100% pass rate in IB and IGCSE, and graduates gain access to universities worldwide. ISP programs, including MUN, Artists, and Cultural Exchange, enrich academics and life skills for students.

www.itj.edu.mx
This campus is part of Instituto Thomas Jefferson

Av. Jorge Jiménez Cantú 1, Hacienda de Valle Escondido, 52937 Cdad. López Mateos, Méx., Mexico

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The Essentials

Instituto Thomas Jefferson - Campus Zona Esmeralda has 1,287 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Spanish, French.

Location
Located in the Valle Escondido area of Ciudad López Mateos, Mexico. The campus address is Av. Jorge Jime9nez Cantfa 1, Hacienda de Valle Escondido, Ciudad López Mateos. A school bus service is available with routes covering Interlomas, Green Hills, Satellite, Chiluca, Valley Hill and surrounding neighborhoods.

Stages
Nursery (Ages 1-3), Kindergarten (Ages 3-7), Elementary School (Ages 7-12), Middle School (Ages 12-15), High School (Ages 15-18)

Type
Private international day school

Additional learning support
Personalized attention with small-group support and continuous monitoring to tailor learning.

Country affiliation
Mexico; SEP & UNAM national curricula followed from Kindergarten through High School.

Bus service
School transportation services cover a broad area including Interlomas, Green Hills, Satellite, Emerald Lake, Stay, Chiluca, Valley Hill, San Juan Ranch, Nottingham-Britain, Nottingham Park, Britannia, Sherwood, Tax Authorities and more; routes are published on the Transport page.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application / Admission fees
- A one-time registration/admission (inscripción) fee is charged for new students. Reported figures for Zona Esmeralda vary by source and year: examples published by independent education guides include amounts in the range of MXN 10,065 to MXN 35,190 depending on level/campus; specific reported values for Zona Esmeralda include MXN 23,750 and MXN 31,800 for certain year groups.

Tuition fees by school year / level (amounts and frequency reported by recent independent sources)
- Nursery / Maternal (reported): registration MXN 10,065; monthly tuition MXN 7,405 (annualised as MXN 74,050 using a 10-month billing convention in the source).
- Pre‑school / Kindergarten (reported ranges): registration MXN 13,000–16,670; monthly tuition MXN 8,250–10,130 (annualised ranges reported MXN 130,000–166,700).
- Primary / Elementary (reported ranges): registration MXN 10,500–12,375; monthly tuition MXN 9,975–11,756 (annualised MXN 99,750–117,560 in one source). Another recent independent report gives typical primary figures of registration MXN 31,800 and monthly tuition MXN 14,600.
- Middle School / Secundaria (reported): registration MXN 26,430 (one source); monthly tuition MXN 14,235 (annualised MXN 260,430 in that source). Independent press reporting for Zona Esmeralda lists secondary registration MXN 34,000 and monthly tuition in the MXN ~18,000 range.
- High School / Preparatoria (reported): registration MXN 26,950; monthly tuition MXN 15,860 (annualised MXN ~260,950 in one independent report). Comparable independent reporting places senior-level registration and tuition at higher figures in some years.

Per‑term / per‑year detail and how annual amounts were presented by sources
- The independent compendia that publish school cost summaries present tuition as a monthly colegiatura and compute an annual cost using a 10-month academic billing convention (monthly tuition × 10 = annual tuition reported). Where a single-source monthly amount is given, that same source's annual figure is the monthly amount multiplied by 10.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Reported practice for this campus and nearby private schools is monthly colegiaturas billed during the academic year (many sources and school contracts use a 10‑month academic billing model). Specific published figures from independent education guides use that 10‑month convention when showing annual totals.
- The campus provides a dedicated online payment portal (the site lists a ServoEscolar payment portal for ITJ Zona Esmeralda), and ServoEscolar-based payment arrangements commonly allow payment by tokenised credit or debit card, CLABE/SPEI bank transfer, and reference (bank slip) payments; individual campus billing rules (due dates, late‑payment interest, and instalment plans) are set in each school's enrolment/contract documents.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable: ITJ Zona Esmeralda is described and shown as a day school campus with classroom, sports and student lounge facilities; no boarding/dormitory program is listed.

Other costs and fees
- Uniforms: independent listings report a typical uniform cost (example: daily uniform reported at MXN 1,760 in one directory).
- School supplies / books: independent listings include an annual school‑supply cost category (example: MXN 5,775 reported in one directory).
- Transport: some reports indicate school transport is provided and may be included in the colegiatura for certain years/campuses; confirm whether transport is bundled for your chosen intake as it varies by campus and year.
- Extra‑curriculars / after‑school activities: many optional clubs, trips and competitive programmes are charged separately (extra fees for competitions, camps, international trips and third‑party activities are customary).

Refund information
- A campus‑specific public refund policy for the 2026/27 cycle is not published on the campus pages; private‑school standard practice in Mexico (and the terms used in ServoEscolar‑based contracts) is that registration/reinscription fees are generally non‑refundable except where contract terms and legally required notices apply, and that prepayments may be refundable only with written notice provided within the contract's stated deadlines. Where explicit contract terms are required they appear in each school's enrolment/contract documentation. The school's online documents and the admission process should be consulted for the exact contract terms that govern refunds and cancellations.

Fee payment options
- Online payment portal: ITJ Zona Esmeralda publishes a Payment Portal link (ServoEscolar) for fee payments. ServoEscolar portals are commonly configured to accept: tokenised credit/debit cards, bank transfers via CLABE/SPEI, and payment references for bank or convenience‑store deposit; campuses also typically accept direct bank deposit / payment reference and may offer recurring direct‑charge options. Exact accepted methods and any merchant surcharges are set by the school's payment portal and billing office.

Summary note on currency and year
- The figures above are reported in Mexican pesos (MXN) by independent education directories and press reports. Multiple recent independent sources report different values and ranges for inscription and monthly tuition at ITJ Zona Esmeralda; the campus does not publish a publicly accessible, itemised 2026/27 fee schedule on the public admissions pages that list detailed charges by grade and instalment plan. The numbers in this overview therefore reflect the most recently published independent summaries and press reports available at the time of compilation; consult the campus admissions office for exact, final billing schedules and any campus‑specific concessions, sibling discounts, or payment plans that may apply.
Academics

Instituto Thomas Jefferson - Campus Zona Esmeralda teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers a bilingual international curriculum from early years through high school, integrating Cambridge frameworks with SEP and UNAM standards. The program spans EYFS to IB, powered by a Cambridge bilingual approach. In high school, students study the IB curriculum alongside UNAM curricula, and IGCSE is also offered. The curriculum is underpinned by NEASC, Cambridge, and IB accreditation, ensuring internationally recognized frameworks. Multilingual learning develops English, Spanish, and French through immersion. The school reports a 100% pass rate in IB and IGCSE programs, and graduates gain access to top universities worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
University and career guidance prepares students for higher education, with 95% of graduates admitted to top universities worldwide through a robust counseling program. Future Pathways provides personalized guidance for university and career choices with specialist guidance and industry connections, and exclusive scholarships give opportunities to study with some of the world's renowned institutions.
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Admissions

Admissions
01 Initial enquiry. Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online enquiry form to express interest and ask initial questions. The Admissions Team provides support throughout the process. 02 Schedule a school tour. Schedule a personalized tour of our campus to explore facilities and learn about the educational philosophy. Your child may participate in a test day to experience daily life. 03 Clear guidance and information. Receive detailed information about our educational programs, multilingual approach, extracurricular offerings, and admission requirements. Checklists, timelines, and key dates help plan with confidence. 04 Assessment and interview. Your child will take part in academic and psychopedagogical assessments to understand strengths and growth areas. A personalized interview allows us to learn about the family and align expectations. 05 Family-school value alignment. The school prioritizes families who share core values and focuses on your child's well-being and overall development. 06 Welcome to ITJ Zona Esmeralda! Following admission, orientation sessions help new families settle in, and new students are paired with mentors who provide ongoing support.

Scholarships
The school offers exclusive scholarships. These scholarships provide opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions and help students gain skills for emerging careers and industries globally.
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