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Madison International School La Herradura

Mexico, Monterrey

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 963
Opened 2007
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, German
Typical class size 21
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Madison International School La Herradura, established in 2007, is a bilingual day school situated in the El Uro district in southern Monterrey. Serving students from nursery through junior high, the institution is accredited to deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Following a constructivist educational framework, roughly 70 percent of classroom instruction is conducted in English to ensure strong bilingual proficiency. The campus is particularly notable for its substantial athletic infrastructure, with 50 percent of its physical footprint dedicated exclusively to sports facilities. This space directly supports the "Colts" athletics program alongside over 17 distinct extracurricular offerings. In addition to the core syllabus, the school embeds formal social labor and environmental education into its routine, ensuring students participate in community service and ecological stewardship projects throughout their middle school years.

Cam. Real 100, Col. El Uro, 64986 Monterrey, N.L., Mexico

The Essentials

Madison International School La Herradura has 963 pupils, typical class sizes of 21, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Campus La Herradura, Camino Real 100, Colonia El Uro, Monterrey, NL 64986, Mexico

Stages
Maternal – Kindergarten (M1–K3) immersion; Primary (grades 1–5); Middle Years (grades 6–9)

Type
Bilingual private school

Country affiliation
Mexico
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
After-school care is available on campus. Trained staff supervise play and fine motor activities, and food service is available as an option. Care runs until 4:00 p.m., or until 6:00 p.m. with homework support and a snack.

Food Options
Food service is optional.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Madison Group of Schools. It holds International Baccalaureate (IB) accreditation and is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the NEASC-CIS accreditation consortium.
Fees
Application / Registration fees

- No fixed application, registration, or enrollment fee amounts are published for Madison International School — La Herradura for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Available admissions materials describe the application process and required documents but do not list a numeric application or registration fee.

Tuition fees by year group and term

- A grade-by-grade or term-by-term tuition schedule (numeric amounts) is not published in the La Herradura campus public admissions materials for 2026/27 or 2025/26. No public fee table showing tuition per term or per academic year for each year group was found.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- To secure an offered place, families must complete payment either in full or by making the first instalment under an available payment plan. The school states families may secure a place by paying in full or by making the first payment under a 3- or 5-month plan by March 31 (payment of the remainder follows according to the chosen plan). Specific due-dates, instalment amounts, and the full billing calendar are not published.

Boarding / residential fees

- The La Herradura campus does not offer boarding. Instead, the school provides an after-school care (estancia) service with options until 4:00 p.m. or until 6:00 p.m. (the latter includes homework supervision and a snack). Fees for extended-day/estancia services are not published as specific amounts.

Other costs and incidental fees

- Uniforms: A uniform requirement is indicated in school communications, but no published uniform price list or mandatory uniform fee amount is available publicly.

- Meals / Lunch: The after-school option can include food; the school indicates food service at the extended-day program is optional. No published prices for daily lunch, snacks, or meal plans are available.

- Devices and technology: the school references technology use in its program materials. No published one-time device fees, bring-your-own-device requirements, or device‑purchase amounts are listed for the campus.

- Extracurricular activities and clubs: activities are offered, but individual activity fees, instrument rental, or competition/travel fees are not published with numeric amounts.

- Registration/re-enrolment or materials fees: the admissions material describes required documents and the steps after acceptance but does not present a public list of fixed registration/re-enrolment fees or school‑materials fees with amounts.

Refunds and cancellation

- No publicly posted numeric refund policy, deposit‑forfeiture schedule, or formal tuition refund table for withdrawal or cancellation was found in the campus admissions and FAQ materials. The admissions FAQs describe how to secure a place with payment but do not publish a detailed refund or cancellation schedule.

Accepted payment methods and payment instructions

- Public admissions pages and brochures for the La Herradura campus do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash) or the school's billing provider instructions. The school's admissions contact details and the options to secure a place by payment are stated, but exact payment channels and online payment portal details are not published.

Summary of availability

- Admissions and campus materials (admissions FAQ, campus pages, and general brochure) provide process details (required documents, how to secure a place, and availability of an extended‑day program) but do not publish numeric fees for application, registration, year‑group tuition, extended‑day charges, uniforms, devices, or refunds for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Where specific numeric amounts or a full fee schedule are required, these are not publicly listed in the campus materials reviewed.
Academics

Madison International School La Herradura teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 1 to 15.

Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, including the IB Diploma Programme; instruction is bilingual with 70% of classes conducted in English.

Exam Results
IB Diploma Programme pass rate: 98%.
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is bilingual with English and Spanish instruction; 70% of classes are taught in English.
Parent Experience

History
The Madison International School La Herradura has more than 40 years of providing education. The Madison Group of Schools holds IB accreditation for preschool, primary, and secondary levels. The school offers the International Baccalaureate program. It is bilingual, with instruction in English and Spanish, and 70% of classes taught in English.

Community
The MIS La Herradura community is welcoming and features an educational, creative, and dynamic environment. Classrooms are pleasant and comfortable, with small class sizes that support easy integration and strong bonds among students. MIS offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and has a farm where students feed chickens, supporting experiential learning. Resources support excellence across academics, sports, the arts, music, technology, languages, environmental awareness, and social service, guided by a dedicated faculty.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The learning environment is designed to support students to achieve their best. From well-equipped classrooms to specialized facilities, every space supports teaching and learning. Students have access to a wide range of performing arts spaces, a library, a science laboratory, technology teaching centers, an art workshop, a music studio, a swimming pool, and football and basketball courts. Large shaded gardens for reading, a farm, and a colorful orchard accompany a comfortable dining hall. An on-site doctor ensures student safety.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes football and basketball courts and a swimming pool for athletic activities. These facilities support physical education and sports activities.

Academic Facilities
The academic facilities include a library, a science laboratory, technology teaching centers, an art workshop, and a music studio.

Extra Curricular Facilities
More than 17 extracurricular activities are offered.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has Model UN and debate as part of the extracurricular program. The school has Entrepreneurship Development, Idea Lab, and Mechatronics and Robotics for hands-on learning. These activities broaden academic exploration beyond the classroom. They support critical thinking, collaboration, and problem solving.

Arts & Creative
The school has painting and theatre arts. The school has music offerings including violin, guitar, keyboard, and drums. Dance is available as part of the arts program.

Social & Hobbies
The school has soccer and basketball, Taekwondo, swimming, and gymnastics. Chess is offered for strategic play. These activities provide opportunities for teamwork and social engagement.

Community & Service
Community Service is part of the school's formation. Horticulture and environmental care activities promote sustainability and stewardship. Students participate in service projects that connect learning with the community.

Leadership & Professional
Entrepreneurship Development and Idea Lab foster leadership and problem-solving. Model UN and debate build public speaking, research, and diplomacy skills. These programs prepare students for leadership roles and future professional growth.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Soccer, basketball, Taekwondo, swimming, gymnastics, and dance support physical health. Participation in team sports builds teamwork, discipline, and resilience. The program promotes well-being through active, cooperative activities.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught: English and Spanish. Levels offered: Maternal, Preschool, Primary, and Secondary. About 70% of classes are taught in English, with Primary using instruction in both English and Spanish.

Bilingual Teaching
The school runs a bilingual program. Maternal and Preschool emphasize English language immersion, with Maternal focusing on basic vocabulary and Preschool providing complete English immersion. In Primary, English and Spanish are taught through a bilingual program with a reading emphasis in both languages. Secondary follows IB through the IB Middle Years Programme and offers the IB Diploma Programme.

Immersion Programs
Maternal provides English immersion at a basic vocabulary level. Preschool offers complete immersion in English. Primary delivers bilingual instruction in English and Spanish with a reading program in both languages. Secondary uses interdisciplinary IB projects aligned with the IB Middle Years Programme.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The school has accreditations from the IB Organization (IBO), The PTC, COIS, and NWEA.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The best way to know MIS is to spend time on our campus. Private, pre-scheduled tours provide the opportunity to get to know the school, meet with a member of the Admissions team, and see students in action. 2. The admissions team is available to assist by phone or email. 3. To begin the admissions process, fill the 'Share your information' form.
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