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Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán

Mexico, Tehuacán

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 14 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 344
Type Co-educational
Opened 1984
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 35
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán is an IB World School campus in Tehuacán, Puebla, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme to students typically aged 14 to 16. The curriculum is delivered on-site within the UPAEP system and combines a bilingual learning environment with leadership development through an entrepreneurial-profile program. The six-semester plan is organized into two tracks: Professional Formation and Pre-university Formation, and includes courses across languages, mathematics, science, humanities, information technology, and arts. Students can study engineering-oriented Design of Prototypes, Entrepreneurship, Health Coaching, Cultural Management, and Arts and Humanities components, with English taught at levels. The school emphasizes STEAM and project-based learning through Expociencias, science exhibitions, workshops, and cultural visits. Facilities support a comprehensive education with trained teachers, sports programs, and artistic expression. As an IB World School certified for recognition, Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán maintains SEP accreditation and participates in a multicultural, research-oriented learning community. Teachers collaborate with families for growth.

Boulevard Tehuacán San Marcos No. 1700, Colonia Nueva España, Tehuacán, Puebla, Mexico

The Essentials

Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán has 344 pupils, typical class sizes of 35, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Boulevard Tehuacán San Marcos No. 1700, Colonia Nueva España, San Diego Chalma, Tehuacán, Puebla, Mexico.

Stages
High school level (Educación Media Superior) offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme on campus. It operates with a bilingual education model.

Additional learning support
Socio-emotional support and character formation.

Country affiliation
Mexico

School day structure
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM and 3:00 PM–6:00 PM.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Part of the Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán network. The campus is certified as an IB World School. It is SEP-registered (RVOE) and operated by UPAEP.
Fees
Application / Admission fees
- A single, mandatory annual inscription (admission / reinscripción) payment is required at enrollment. This inscription covers a set of annual charges (see “Included in inscription” below).

Included in inscription (annual charges)
- The inscription payment includes: the parents' association fee, the SEP quota, the tutor life‑insurance premium (cobertura hasta nivel licenciatura), and the student personal accident insurance (cobertura por reembolso de gastos médicos escolares). When applicable, the International Baccalaureate (IB) quota and third‑year certificate/ceremony fees are charged as part of inscription. These concepts are invoiced and collected at 100% with the inscription.

Tuition structure by year group and term
- Tuition (colegiatura) is charged as a monthly amount and is collected in 10 monthly payments per academic year (equivalent to 10 monthly instalments). The 10 payments are organized as two academic periods: Otoño (Autumn) — five monthly payments (September to January) — and Primavera (Spring) — five monthly payments (February to June). Every month (or partial month) is charged in full. The institution applies the same billing rhythm across the preparatory grades (1°, 3° and 5° semesters as applicable). Specific numeric tuition and inscription amounts are determined for each plantel and communicated through the plantel's circular of services.

How term / instalment billing works
- Each academic period (Otoño and Primavera) comprises five monthly instalments; parents may pay monthly instalments or follow the payment options published by the plantel (including early‑payment / prepago options when available). A discount for prepayment of the full academic year (pago anticipado) may apply when paid in the dates indicated by the plantel; discount conditions do not apply to students already receiving other financial aid.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Monthly tuition payments must be made within the first 17 natural days of each month. Payments paid after the due window incur a 3% monthly surcharge on the outstanding balance. Failure to pay three monthly tuition instalments exposes the student to suspension of educational services and other administrative measures. The school issues electronic invoices (CFDI) automatically when the payment is reflected in the account; procedures for first‑time invoicing are managed through the plantel administrative enlace.

Payment methods and practical details
- Accepted payment channels include: bank deposit in the plantel‑referenced account (CLABE/SPEI), branch / cashier payments using the payment slip (Unisoft / Multipagos BBVA or Santander procedures), transferencias electrónicas (SPEI/CLABE), payments with credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard; American Express via the designated gateway where enabled), cheque (with instructions to annotate reference number on the back), domiciliation (automatic charge to card or account), and direct payments at the plantel terminal. Automatic charges to card may be scheduled for days 5, 10 or 15 of each month per the domiciliation agreement. Returned (bounced) cheques generate the legally applicable sanctions and associated commissions. Electronic invoices are generated the day the payment posts. Specific bank account references and the plantel payment fichas are provided to the responsible economic party when registering or during the admission process.

Late payment consequences and facilities
- Late payments are subject to a monthly 3% surcharge on unpaid balances. The Treasury department may grant payment facilities or special agreements in exceptional cases, but the institution reserves the right to apply administrative measures (suspension, administrative withdrawal, or referral to collection agencies) and to report defaulted payments to credit bureaus when applicable. Parents must retain original payment receipts for any clarifications.

Boarding / residence fees
- Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán operates as a presencial (day) preparatory centre; no boarding or student residence programme and related accommodation fees are listed for this campus. Therefore, boarding fees are not applicable for this plantel.

Other mandatory or common additional costs
- Annual / one‑time items that are commonly charged in addition to tuition include: the student personal accident insurance deductible (when services are requested at hospital convenio), issuance of the first student credential, costs for third‑year certification and graduation ceremony (for graduating cohort), and costs for special services (replacement credentials, constancias, cartas, certificados, trámites SEP, etc.). Uniforms, transportation, books, materials, camps and optional extracurricular activities are billed separately and are not included in the inscription or monthly tuition unless specifically stated by the plantel. All services with a cost are itemized and communicated at the start of the school year or in the plantel's circular.

Refund and withdrawal policy
- If inscription is cancelled prior to the start of classes: 100% of the inscription is refundable when the request is presented at least 60 calendar days before classes begin; a 50% refund applies if requested at least 30 calendar days before the start of classes. Once classes begin, inscription is non‑refundable. If a student requests a definitive withdrawal during an academic period and advance tuition payments were made, unearned (no‑devengadas) tuition instalments will be returned (subject to presentation of original payment slips); the withdrawing student must have no outstanding debts and, for cases that require issuance of a certificate, the five tuition payments corresponding to the period in question must be covered. Procedures and deadlines for refunds require presentation of original deposit / payment receipts.

Examples of administrative fees / charges (types, not fixed amounts)
- Possible additional administrative charges include: issuance of constancias and certificates, reposición de credencial, trámite fuera de plazo, bajas de materias (when applicable), revalidaciones, servicios especiales (lockers, estacionamiento) and other service fees; their amounts are set by the institution and communicated to parents. The personal accident insurance may apply a deductible amount per event.

Summary for parents (essential points)
- You must pay an annual inscription (which includes several annual charges) plus 10 monthly tuition instalments per academic year (charged as five instalments per Otoño and five instalments per Primavera). Payment is due within the first 17 days of each month. Multiple secure payment channels are available (bank deposit/CLABE SPEI, Unisoft/Multipagos BBVA, Santander, card payments and domiciliation). Late payment carries a 3% monthly surcharge and repeated nonpayment can lead to suspension of services. Refund rules for inscription and prepayment are defined and require original receipts.
Academics

Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán teaches IB (DP) for students aged 14 to 16.

Curriculum
Plan of Studies for Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán comprises six semesters organized into two tracks: Professional Formation and Pre-university Formation. The 1st semester includes Identity and Life Project; English by levels; Pre-university Algebra; Organic Chemistry; Mathematical Logic; Language and Thought; Algorithms, Programming and Apps; History and National Identity; Vocational Guidance; Arts (Visual Arts I, Film I, Theater); and Physical Education and Health I. The 2nd semester covers Person and Family; English by levels; Trigonometry; Organic Chemistry; Writing and Style; Information Digital, Internet and Big Data; Contemporary Mexico; Professional Guidance; Visual Arts II; Film II; Theater II; and Physical Education and Health II. The 3rd semester offers Applied Ethics; English by levels; Analytic Geometry; Biology; Basic Physics; Universal Literature; Formation of the Contemporary World; Organization and Human Capital; Sports Development I; and Studies of Professional Formation. The 4th semester includes Principles of Transformational Leadership; English by levels; Differential Calculus; Environmental and Sustainable Systems; Physics; Narrative; Global Conflicts of the 20th Century; Accounting and Finance; University Guidance; Development of Sports II; and Studies and Formation Professional II. The 5th semester features Interculturality and Contemporary Challenges; English by levels; Statistics and Probability; Personal Development and Communication; Human Social Order; Marketing; Propedeutic Courses; and Studies and Formation Professional II. The 6th semester covers Identity and Transcendence; English by levels; Integral Calculus; Thought Processes; Production Management; Propedeutic Courses; and Studies and Formation Professional. The program also includes Design of Prototypes, Engineering tracks, Entrepreneurship, Health Coaching, Cultural Management, and Arts and Humanities components, plus a Propedeutic/Pre-university track. The curriculum is delivered within the International Baccalaureate framework, and Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme.

Higher Education Progression
The school is certified as an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme, which supports university admission and study at institutions worldwide. The program emphasizes international standards and preparation for higher education across the global context.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides accompaniment for self-knowledge, talents, and vocation. Personal and professional skills are strengthened. Reflection and dialogue about maturity, socioemotional skills, and emotional wellbeing are integrated into the program. Students are guided to become agents of change in society. Leadership and student life programs support these processes.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The institution promotes quality, relevance, and equity in serving students with special educational needs (NEE), with pedagogical and psychopedagogical guidance for groups that can be attended. Inclusion is supported with accompaniment, advisory, and training from specialists for staff and families. The school identifies categories of NEE, including ADHD, Asperger syndrome, communication disorders, hearing and visual impairments, motor disabilities, learning difficulties, emotional and behavioral problems, and exceptional abilities. It ensures access to information, technical aids, pedagogical and psychopedagogical supports, and materials to participate in curricular activities, upholding equality and dignity. It coordinates with other institutions and maintains forums to discuss advances in attention to NEE, involving families in the process and developing tailored supports.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school operates a bilingual model. An English diagnostic test is administered to assess language level as part of admissions. The school provides English language accreditation as part of its program.

Mental Wellbeing
The program supports students' mental wellbeing through reflection and dialogue about maturity and socioemotional skills. It strengthens students' ability to manage emotions and relationships as part of social-emotional learning. Tutors, counselors, and other staff provide ongoing accompaniment and support for wellbeing. The school delivers guidance through digital and in-person channels as part of the socioemotional program. The environment emphasizes care, resilience, and emotional health.

Safeguarding
The school safeguards the health and wellbeing of the school community. In emergencies, responses follow established safety protocols and procedures. As a safeguarding measure, the Bachillerato may conduct random backpack searches and locker checks according to the procedure. Official communications between the institution, students, and families use formal channels. The tutor, orientador psicopedagógico and other support staff provide accompaniment and refer external specialists when needed. Safeguarding policies align with regulatory requirements and adapt to evolving biosecurity and safety guidelines.
Parent Experience

History
Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán operates on-site in Tehuacán, Puebla, as part of the UPAEP system. It provides comprehensive education in an active, multicultural, and research-oriented learning environment, with international exposure through a bilingual program and leadership development through an entrepreneurial-profile program. It holds International Baccalaureate World School certification, aligning with global standards and ensuring the same level of quality as more than 3,600 schools worldwide. It is incorporated by SEP under RVOE SEP-5.2.1.2-DEP/437/11 (12 October 2011), and the campus is located at Boulevard Tehuacán San Marcos No. 1700, Nueva España, Tehuacán, Puebla.

Community
Expociencias is a key activity at Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán, promoting project exhibitions, workshops, cultural, scientific and recreational visits. We foster a culture of inquiry through Expociencias, encouraging students to develop research, innovation and dissemination skills, and to connect with other institutions with similar goals. The school emphasizes STEAM methodology, sports, transformative leadership and student life, a bilingual model, and artistic expression as central components of the student experience.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
On-site High School Tehuacán offers a comprehensive education in an active, multicultural, and research-based learning environment. The bilingual program provides an international experience and leadership development through an entrepreneurial profile. A team of trained and certified teachers, tutors, and staff supports a personalized growth path for students. It is certified as a World School with the International Baccalaureate, aligning teaching with a global network of more than 3,600 schools.

Sports Facilities
The school offers sports programs including Inter-Águilas tournaments, Torneo Inter-Águilas, and intramuros events. The health week features talks and workshops on sleep, first aid, addictions, alcohol, nutrition, and hygiene. Sports workshops cover Football (soccer), Basketball, Volleyball, and Mixed Physical Conditioning. Representational teams include Basketball, Athletics, TKD Poomsae, Volleyball, and Swimming.

Academic Facilities
The school operates on-site High School Tehuacán with a bilingual education program and an entrepreneurial leadership track. It is certified as a World School with the International Baccalaureate, delivering high academic standards and global recognition. STEAM methodology guides teaching, and Expociencias promotes project exhibitions, workshops, and cultural, scientific, and recreational visits. Artistic expression is also part of the curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Expociencias offers extracurricular activities including project exhibitions, workshops, and cultural, scientific, and recreational visits. The program encourages inquiry, research, and collaboration beyond the classroom. Artistic expression is included as part of the extracurricular activities. Leadership development is fostered through the entrepreneurial profile program and related activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Expociencias fosters activities such as project exhibitions, workshops, and cultural, scientific, and recreational visits. Participating in Expociencias awakens interest in research, innovation, and dissemination. It provides a space for student research that contributes to holistic development and connects students with other institutions sharing similar goals. STEAM methodology is applied to promote integrated, hands-on learning.

Cultural & Language
The school offers a bilingual education program and international experiences. It is certified as an IB World School (Bachillerato Internacional), and the learning environment is active, multicultural, and research-oriented. Students live the international experience through bilingual education and leadership development through an entrepreneurial profile.

Social & Hobbies
The school has a robust sports program with inter-school and intramural competitions, including football (soccer), basketball, volleyball, and athletics. Inter-Águilas and intramuros tournaments foster teamwork and school pride. Health talks and workshops on sleep, first aid, addictions, nutrition, and hygiene are offered in collaboration with the guidance team.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Health and wellness are emphasized through activities such as Health Week and health-related talks and workshops. Topics covered include sleep habits, first aid, addictions, nutrition, and hygiene.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers a bilingual education programme. English level is assessed during admissions with a diagnostic test. The school is certified as a World School with the International Baccalaureate. The program includes international experiences as part of its offerings.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides a bilingual education programme. Live the international experience through our bilingual education programme. The program is backed by IB World School certification. An English level diagnostic test is administered as part of the admissions process.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Request information and an advisor will contact you. You will fill out a form with your contact information, and an advisor will reach out to guide you through the admissions process. The advisor will provide initial guidance on required documents and next steps. You will be informed of deadlines and what to prepare for each stage of the admissions process.
2. Know the documents you need to submit. Applicants should gather all required documents. For entrance to 1st Semester: report cards for the 1st and 2nd year and the 3rd-year partial grade in secondary school; minimum average of 8.5; no subjects failed. For entrance to 3rd or 5th semester: secondary certificate and grades for the completed semester(s); minimum average of 8.5; no subjects failed. Also include copies of birth certificate (applicant), CURP (applicant), and INE or passport of the person financially responsible for enrollment and tuition.
3. Schedule your admissions tests online or in person. The tests include a skills test, a diagnostic test for English level, and a psychometric test. Tests are scheduled on available dates and times, and you will be notified of your appointment. Results will be provided after testing.
4. Receive your results (in person or online). You will receive feedback on the test results. The feedback will indicate the next steps in the admissions process.
5. Pay your enrollment. Pay your enrollment to secure your place in Prepa UPAEP Tehuacán. This completes the admissions process and confirms enrollment.
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