Compare International Schools in Mexico

Academia Internacional San Miguel de Allende offers a bilingual education built on Montessori and Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches. Preschool (K1–K3) uses Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired methods to develop cognitive, motor, and social-emotional skills. Primary years are bilingual with stronger English instruction through middle school. Elementary (1º–6º) blends core subjects with a STEM- and Maker-centered program, project-based learning, and hands-on experiences. Middle School (7º–9º) emphasizes interdisciplinary connections, labs and workshops, and maker/STEAM experiences to support independent learning and real-world application. Language certifications follow CEFR standards issued by an accredited institution. The school promotes sustainability education through the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, World's Largest Lesson resources, and is My World Kids accredited. Founded in 2012, it hosts a multicultural community representing 12 nationalities. Facilities include a sensory lab and hands-on math spaces in preschool, with labs and workshops integrated across levels for STEM and Maker education. It supports a multicultural learning community.

Alianz Comunidad Estudiantil is a private bilingual school in Mérida, Yucatán, offering education from Maternal through Preparatoria across two modern campuses. The school follows a constructivist pedagogical model with bilingual Spanish-English instruction and teaches Mandarin Chinese at the secondary level. Its preparatoria program is officially incorporated with the Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán (UADY).

The American Institute of Monterrey is a private international school serving students from ages 2 to 18 across Chipinque, Valle, and Huasteca. It offers American and Mexican curricula with NEASC and CIS accreditation and a dual American–Mexican diploma option. The school is United States–affiliated and joined Inspired Education in 2019. Teaching follows the i-PAL Systems approach and, from Grade 6, the APS model (Authentic Products and Services). Four academies—Engineering and Technology, Laboratory and Research, Business and Management, and Arts and Humanities—structure Middle and High School study, with Spanish, English, Science, Social Studies, Technology and Science, and a mandatory third language (French or German) plus Physical Education. Languages offered include English, Spanish, and a third language. Enrichment includes a House System, Model United Nations, robotics, and Inspired network programs. Facilities include classrooms, science labs, libraries, a Fine Arts Center, and sports venues; High School is on the Huasteca campus in Monterrey.

American School Chihuahua is a bicultural international school delivering an American-style education in English, with Spanish taught as part of the curriculum. It serves day care, nursery, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and primary, using a Bicultural Model that immerses children in English from first contact. The learning environment is 100% American, with all subjects taught in English except Spanish, and teachers adapt to learners who need extra support. Instruction emphasizes learning by doing and playing daily, using songs, games, stories, and rhymes to develop physical, social, cognitive, and linguistic growth. The school fosters a sense of family through the American Tribes program and cultural emphasis. Facilities include a covered multi-use gym, technology-enabled classrooms, administrative offices, and a safe campus located at Av. Prolongación Teófilo Borunda Ortiz 12404, Colonia Ejido Labor de Terrazas, with internal circulation system and secure entry. Extended-day care runs 7:00 am–7:00 pm; no-cost childcare is provided on suspended days.

The American School Foundation of Chiapas (ASFC) is a private co-educational international school in Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, Mexico, with over 30 years of operation. The school offers education from Maternal through Preparatoria (High School) with an IB programme and bilingual English-Spanish instruction. ASFC offers more than 15 extracurricular academy options including orchestra, robotics, and taekwondo. The school is accredited by Cognia and is a member of ASOMEX and AAIE.

The American School Foundation of Guadalajara (ASFG) is a private, non-profit Asociación Civil offering a PK–12 bilingual, bicultural program. It operates in a secular setting in Mexico, with UNAM validation for the high school program (grades 10–12) and SACS CASI/AdvancED accreditation for pre-K through 12. The curriculum delivers instruction in English and Spanish, and SEJ governs PK–9 under an agreement with UNAM. The campus is LEED Gold certified and designed for project-based learning, with the Learning Garden, solar panels, water-saving sensors, and native pollinator habitats. On-site facilities include a Lower School Library, Upper School Library, and a range of outdoor and indoor spaces for collaboration. Distinctive features include extensive sustainability education, Earth Week, Eco-Race, monarch and pollinator gardens, and a Service Learning program. The school offers a Language Institute with multiple languages and programs such as No Mas Bolsas and Warrior Parent Academy to engage students and families worldwide.

ASFM is a private, secular, nonprofit international day school for ages 3–18. It offers an American Curriculum with AP courses, aligned to Common Core English Language Arts and Math, Next Generation Science Standards, SHAPE America for PE, National Core Arts Standards for music and visual arts, and CASEL for social-emotional learning. The 212,000-square-meter campus in Santa Catarina, Nuevo León serves Elementary, Middle, and High School in distinct spaces, with ongoing renovations. A 1-to-1 laptop program supports learning, and the MSHS Library provides more than 17,483 items plus production studios and digital resources. The school opened in 1928 and now serves about 2,400 students, with a modern campus near Huasteca Canyon since the 1990s. ASFM emphasizes service, averaging over 21,000 hours of community engagement annually (93% of students participate). Extracurricular offerings include Destination Imagination, the National Honor Society, and TEDx Youth ASFM, along with athletics such as soccer, basketball, and track.

The American School of Durango is a bilingual, multicultural learning community for ages 3 to 18, offering an American curriculum with a bespoke program. English instruction aligns with the Common Core in mathematics, English, and science, while Spanish follows SEP guidelines. The Early Childhood Center uses play-based learning with English immersion and alignment to Cognia and SEP. The Elementary program emphasizes English-language proficiency and aligns math and science with Common Core and NGSS; Spanish is taught under SEP, Makerspace, Art, PE, Music, Dance with assessment. The Middle and High School programs feature United Nations simulations (CADMUN), the Ivy Global Citizen Program, leadership opportunities, plus a Diploma of Unique Accreditation recognized by Cognia and SEP. Technology integration supports students; a Socioemotional Learning program assists daily challenges. The campus includes Early Childhood Center, Elementary, Middle, and High School facilities. In 2019, enrollment was 637, with 100% college acceptance and projected 900 students.

The American School of Pachuca serves learners from ages 2 to 18 with preschool through high school programs in Mexico. It follows an American Curriculum blended with SEP standards and international benchmarks, including Common Core, delivering a bilingual program across grade levels. Language distribution by level includes Kindergarten 50% English and 50% Spanish; Elementary 70% English and 30% Spanish; Junior High 80% English and 20% Spanish; and High School 80% English and 20% Spanish. The school provides multilingual, multicultural instruction with teaching staff from many countries. Preschool features two home teachers, one for SEP and one for the international curriculum. The institution is SEP and international accredited and is a founding member of ASOMEX and a Tri-Association member. SIELE certifies Spanish proficiency and Cambridge certifies English. Critical thinking is embedded in learning, and courses align with Common Core standards to prepare students for a global, technology-driven context.

ASPV is an independent nonprofit school in Puerto Vallarta offering a bilingual, bicultural education from early childhood through high school. It delivers a dual curriculum with a U.S. high school diploma and Mexican bachillerato, and is accredited by SAIS, Cognia, SEP, and UNAM. The Early Childhood program uses a play-based, inquiry-driven approach aligned with NAEYC practices, building bilingual proficiency from the start. Primary School provides about 70% English instruction and emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills across both languages, with project-based learning, technology integration, sustainability, and service learning. Middle and High School operate on a block schedule with a broad range of electives; the High School includes Advanced Placement courses. Graduates earn two diplomas and are prepared for university abroad. The campus features two libraries with over 14,000 titles, on-site technology, a cafeteria, and more than 15,000 square meters of sports fields. Notable programs include STEM+ Outreach, Model United Nations (VAMUN), and the Music Program.

Founded in 1917, The American School of Tampico is a bilingual and bicultural international school in Tampico, Mexico. The academic program runs from Early Childhood through High School, with AP courses available in high school (eight AP options). Students graduate with a Diploma once they meet the graduation requirements, including full-time enrollment for three of the last four years and full-time status in 12th grade. The Language Division offers English courses and certifications (TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, SIELE) and is authorized by the Mexican Ministry of Education to grant the Technical Certificate in English. Admissions use MAP and SAT tests. The 15-hectare campus blends villa-style classrooms with outdoor spaces, a man-made reservoir for field science, archeological mounds, butterfly garden, and abundant greenery. About 900 students from seven nationalities share a learning community that emphasizes character, leadership, and global citizenship. Distinctive programs include Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and a broad athletics offering.

Bachillerato Internacional '5 de Mayo' is a BUAP school located at Av. del Trabajo No. 6, San Juan Cuautlancingo, Puebla 72700, Mexico. It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) alongside a bespoke BUAP curriculum for students aged 16 to 18. As part of the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, the program emphasizes acquiring specific competencies to make students more effective and principled in daily life, forming individuals with values who can interpret their surroundings and develop themselves with equity and justice. The school enables exchanges and travel to other countries, broadening horizons, and incorporates service-learning work with the local community. The director is Mtra. Fatima Castillo Galicia. The program has gained international recognition and is a national reference for its educational quality, reflecting a strong emphasis on intercultural understanding and global engagement within a Mexican university-affiliated IB framework.

Bachillerato Alexander Bain S.C. is a school in Ciudad de México offering the International Baccalaureate framework for secondary education. The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) sit alongside certification for UNAM's CCH secondary program and SEP requirements. The MYP emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to critical thinking and citizenship, while the DP provides a recognized pre‑university pathway. Founded in 1972, it has milestones such as joining the IB in 1990, introducing the CAS program in 1991, hosting Cambridge Examinations in 1983, DELF French exams since 2007, and initiating Model United Nations in 2008. The Secondary level follows the SEP curriculum and is integrated into the IB MYP; the Diploma Programme also operates under the IB umbrella. Extracurriculars include TEI peer‑mentoring program, Día AB and Music Festival, and María Luisa Beneitez Brown athletics competition. The campus is located at Av. las Flores 497, Flor de María, CDMX.

Bachillerato Internacional Colegio Andes Mazatlán (BICAM) is a private Catholic school located at Av. de los Andes 205, Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico. The campus follows an American/Bespoke curriculum and provides a general bachillerato designed to prepare graduates for study in Mexico or abroad. Students choose a specialization in Physics and Mathematics, Humanities, Biochemical and Administration. An optional Andes International High School program enables earning the official Mexican Bachillerato certificate alongside the United States high school diploma and transcripts. The school centers on bilingual learning with English used across much of the day, and ICT is integrated as a transversal tool through Maker and STREAM-inspired projects. Spiritual formation is woven through all areas in collaboration with families and Catholic partners. Extracurriculars include Arts, Sports, and ten complementary education options. The institution reports a 95% first-opportunity acceptance rate to international universities, underscoring its focus on preparing students for diverse post-secondary opportunities worldwide today.

Bosques International School is a IB World School in Mexico, offering the Primary Years Programme (PEP) and Middle Years Programme (PAI), and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CRP). Classes are taught in English across Kindergarten through High School, with a bilingual English-Spanish environment and a third language, French, introduced from grade four. The school hosts 30 nationalities and participates in the IB World Schools Network, while holding Cambridge affiliations and ISO 9001:2015 certification. It is Sustainable School endorsed by United Nations and CONABIO. The curriculum integrates arts, music, drama, and dance from early years, complemented by a technology-enabled approach and Knotion adaptive learning in Middle School. After-school activities cover sports and arts, with dedicated facilities and trained staff. The program emphasizes service learning and global citizenship, offering pre-college pathways. Notable features include the CRP option and the Knotion platform, fostering personalized, inquiry-based learning. All programs prioritize growth for international students.

Bosques International School is a IB World School in Mexico, offering the Primary Years Programme (PEP) and Middle Years Programme (PAI), and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CRP). Classes are taught in English across Kindergarten through High School, with a bilingual English-Spanish environment and a third language, French, introduced from grade four. The school hosts 30 nationalities and participates in the IB World Schools Network, while holding Cambridge affiliations and ISO 9001:2015 certification. It is Sustainable School endorsed by United Nations and CONABIO. The curriculum integrates arts, music, drama, and dance from early years, complemented by a technology-enabled approach and Knotion adaptive learning in Middle School. After-school activities cover sports and arts, with dedicated facilities and trained staff. The program emphasizes service learning and global citizenship, offering pre-college pathways. Notable features include the CRP option and the Knotion platform, fostering personalized, inquiry-based learning. All programs prioritize growth for international students.

Bosques International School is a IB World School in Mexico, offering the Primary Years Programme (PEP) and Middle Years Programme (PAI), and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CRP). Classes are taught in English across Kindergarten through High School, with a bilingual English-Spanish environment and a third language, French, introduced from grade four. The school hosts 30 nationalities and participates in the IB World Schools Network, while holding Cambridge affiliations and ISO 9001:2015 certification. It is Sustainable School endorsed by United Nations and CONABIO. The curriculum integrates arts, music, drama, and dance from early years, complemented by a technology-enabled approach and Knotion adaptive learning in Middle School. After-school activities cover sports and arts, with dedicated facilities and trained staff. The program emphasizes service learning and global citizenship, offering pre-college pathways. Notable features include the CRP option and the Knotion platform, fostering personalized, inquiry-based learning. All programs prioritize growth for international students.

BridgeWay North American School serves students aged 4 to 12 and follows an American Curriculum. The school offers Kindergarten through Secondary levels with in-person classes for the 2023–2024 school year. It began in the 2017–2018 academic year, and provides a campus-based program for elementary and lower-secondary students. The school runs an after-school program that includes swimming, soccer, chorus, and basketball. In addition to general activities, the Arts and Creative program features a Chorus group as part of the after-school offering. The after-school program also supports social and hobby activities, with options such as swimming, soccer, chorus, and basketball available to students. Lifestyle and wellbeing are supported through the same program structure, promoting balanced routines. Dining is available in the dining hall from 14:30 to 15:00. The combination of on-site academics and structured after-school programs supports students' development in an American-style setting. The campus emphasizes individual attention, safety, and learning communities.

Founded in 1976, the British American School operates two campuses in Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta, serving students aged 2 to 18. The curriculum blends the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with a bespoke program that integrates SEP and UNAM curricula from preschool through high school. The school uses a constructivist and humanist approach and employs inquiry-based, transdisciplinary units that weave together critical thinking, art, technology, and global exploration. Learning is bilingual, delivered through project-based experiences across levels. The high school pathway features an IB-endorsed entrepreneurship program and internationally recognized certifications such as TOEFL and DELF, supported by digital tools. The school maintains university partnerships and scholarships with Universidad Anáhuac and UPAEP. Distinctive programs include Basmun, a diplomacy and leadership development initiative, and strong language offerings with French and Spanish. After-school activities span sports, robotics, arts, cooking, and chess, alongside clubs in finance, coding, and entrepreneurship for a well-rounded international education.

Britt Academy, Playa del Carmen, is a bilingual international day school for ages 3 to 18. It delivers the Mexican National Curriculum (SEP) through the Knotion Education platform, with competencies organized into Communication and Expression, Scientific Perspective, and Social Participation. A Language Centre supports mastery of English and Spanish, while technology-driven learning aligns to the UN SDGs. In Primary and Junior High, core subjects (Spanish, English, Maths, Science) are taught in an integrated, creative framework alongside digital Global Citizenship and Robotics; High School adds business and enterprise skills such as finance and marketing. Britt Academy is part of Orbital Education, a UK-based group accredited by COBIS and CIS; in 2019 Orbital Education received the Queen's Award for Enterprise. Facilities include small classes, technology labs, a 450-seat auditorium, STEAM and robotics rooms, pools, and extensive sports courts. Extras include STEAM activities, languages, and performing arts through after-school clubs and cultural trips.

Canadian School Guadalajara offers a private, English‑immersion education aligned with Canadian standards. The Zapopan campus serves Early Years, Elementary, and Junior High & High School, with the Alberta-accredited Canadian Curriculum guiding learning. The school is part of a four-campus network across Mexico (Guadalajara, Querétaro, Puebla, León), fostering a unified program and a multicultural community that emphasizes global citizenship. Facilities are designed to support both academic and creative growth: the Early Years & Elementary area covers more than 11,000 square meters, with over 4,000 square meters of green space, a Garden Open Theater, and an Explore playground zone, plus 32 classrooms with high-end technology and Wi-Fi. The Junior High & High School campus covers more than 23,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters of green space, a large auditorium, 22 technology-enabled classrooms, two Innovation rooms, three Lab rooms, and dedicated Art, Music, and Design spaces. Sport facilities and library complete learning.

Cardinal School, operating as the Allende campus of the Pan American School network, offers a structured bilingual education in Nuevo León. Located along Carretera a la Colmena, the campus provides students with a quieter, less urbanized setting compared to the network's Monterrey branches. The curriculum seamlessly integrates Mexican educational standards with a heavy emphasis on digital citizenship; classrooms utilize virtual resources and technology to ensure students are fluent in modern digital tools. A central component of the school's framework is its focus on community commitment and ethical values. Students engage in practical leadership projects designed to address real-world community issues, fostering responsibility and teamwork. Because the campus is integrated into the larger Pan American School system, students benefit from standardized network resources, teacher training, and an educational philosophy refined over decades. This setup ensures that children receive consistent, technologically integrated instruction from preschool through their final high school years.

Carol Baur International School is a bilingual school with campuses in the Queretaro and Mexico City areas. The school's motto "Living Knowledge" reflects its emphasis on experiential learning through the philosophy of Feel, Think, Act. Carol Baur uses a neurological stimulation approach to education, covering sciences, technology, social service, arts, national identity, and sports across all levels from preschool to preparatory.

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.

CETYS Campus Mexicali is a private university campus offering undergraduate and professional programs in engineering, administration and business, law, executive licenciaturas, and psychology. The CETYS MultiExperiential Educational Model rests on three pillars: Humanista (humanistic values), Flexible (curricula renewal and student-centered learning), and Experiencial (hands-on, experiential learning). From day one, programs integrate real-world tools, international experiences, and professional certifications to strengthen graduates' profiles. The Mexicali campus hosts the Center for Excellence in Innovation and Design (CEID) and the Center for Excellence in Competitiveness and Entrepreneurship (CECE), with specialized classrooms and laboratories for design, experimentation, and entrepreneurship. Its sports facilities include Zorros Gym and multiple team sports, complemented by a broad extracurricular life with InterCETYS Cultural and more than 30 student organizations, including the FORTES Leadership Program and the Annual Student Leadership Congress. The campus is located in Calzada CETYS s/n, Col. Rivera, Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. Campus facilities support hands-on learning.

CETYS Universidad, Campus Tijuana, is located at Av. CETYS 4, Fracc. El Lago, Tijuana. The campus offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and a broad portfolio. More than 20 undergraduate Licenciaturas and 10 postgraduate programs span Administration, Engineering, and Social Sciences. Licenciaturas include Law; Administration of Businesses; International Public Accounting and Finance; and more. Programs cover Business Intelligence and Innovation; Logistics and International Trade; Strategic Marketing; and Global Programs. The campus houses engineering laboratories, the CECE Building, and the Rodrigo Valle Hernández Gymnasium. Margarita Astiazarán de Fimbres Stadium hosts athletic events for CETYS students. Extracurriculars span sport, arts, and culture with more than 30 student groups. Notable clubs include InterCETYS Cultural, Fortes Liderazgo, and a range of Arts and Culture activities. Campus programs emphasize international perspectives with collaborations across CETYS campuses. Graphic Design Digital is available in Tijuana, Mexicali, and Ensenada. Some Psychology tracks (Clinical, Infantil, Organizational) have updated curricula.

CIDEB is a preparatory high school unit of Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL) in Monterrey, Mexico, offering bilingual and IB pathways across three Monterrey-area campuses: Unidad Mederos, Obispado, and Apodaca. The school delivers three programs: Bachillerato Bilingüe, a four-semester high school with mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and ICT taught in English to broaden postsecondary opportunities; Bachillerato Internacional (IB) for the International Baccalaureate; and Bachillerato Bilingüe Progresivo, started in 2007, teaching English through content-based instruction. The program aligns with UANL standards, emphasizing multilingual formation and ethical leadership with a STEM focus across subjects. CIDEB began in 2000 and serves high-performing students, alongside a center for research, with morning and afternoon sessions and a faculty of more than sixty. Facilities include a library and spaces for clubs; student life features robotics and sustainability projects, cultural diffusion, and welfare services. The Diploma Programme is implemented alongside the bilingual options described above here.

Centro Educativo Alexander Bain Irapuato is a preschool through high school program offering the International Baccalaureate across the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school serves ages 2 to 18 in Guanajuato, Mexico, and is located at Arquitecto Enrique del Moral Domínguez #335, Colonia Ejido lo de Juárez, 36630 Irapuato. Language instruction includes English, French and Japanese. The curriculum integrates UNAM Bachillerato with IB pathways, encouraging international mindedness and language study across learning areas to prepare students as global citizens. The campus provides air conditioning, a swimming pool, a soccer field, a basketball court, a cafeteria, a library, science laboratories and a computer laboratory, plus an auditorium, school transportation, extended care and special needs support. A farm and garden area supports inquiry-based learning. Early childhood includes robotics and programming. Extracurriculars include Robotics, Band and Music, Theater, Soccer, and arts and service opportunities globally.

Centro Educativo Crecer, A.C. offers specialized bilingual education from Maternal to Bachillerato. With more than 25 years of experience, the school operates two Tlaxcala campuses: Plantel Atlihuetzia and Plantel Ocotlán. It is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school and the only institution in Tlaxcala certified for both the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The PYP covers ages 3 to 12 and emphasizes inquiry and collaboration through the IB learner profile; the MYP lasts four years and fosters autonomous learning. Prepa Crecer provides an IB-based high school track. The campus uses Google for Education and Apple Education, with configured iPads, Toddle for planning and family communication, Nearpod for interactive lessons, and DEHAN Mathematics to support mathematical thinking. TOEFL certifications are offered. Extracurriculars include Leones Blancos sports teams and a Junior Achievement program, plus university partnerships with IFYDE, UDLAP, Tecnológico de Monterrey Puebla, Anáhuac Puebla, ITAM and Panamericana.

Centro Escolar Instituto La Paz S.C. operates on campuses in Mexico City: Maternal and Kindergarten on Av. de los Maestros 464, and Primaria y Secundaria on Plan de San Luis 445. The school offers IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) alongside a bespoke curriculum for students aged 3 to 16. The ICT-focused curriculum integrates technology with academic projects, using the computer as a research tool and creative platform. A language laboratory with up-to-date software strengthens listening and speaking for primary and secondary learners. The school is trilingual, delivering English and French language development; from Maternal, a French Club supports DELF A1/A2 from sixth grade. Cambridge certificates are available at primary and secondary levels (Cambridge English Senior and CAE). The school maintains international exchanges with United States, India, and Australia. Facilities include a dining hall, transport, supervised study until 7:00 PM, and ICT and language labs.