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Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, Mandarin, German, Russian, Italian
Typical class size 22
Strengths Languages, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
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.
C. Colomos 2300, Italia Providencia, 44640 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
The Essentials
American School Foundation of Guadalajara has 1,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Colomos 2300, Col. Providencia, Guadalajara, Jalisco 44630, Mexico. The school is located in the Providencia neighborhood of Guadalajara. Contact: +52 (33) 3648-0299.
Stages
Early Childhood (Nursery, Prekinder and Kinder); Elementary School (Prefirst - 4th grade); Middle School and High School (5th - 12th grade).
Type
Private, non-profit Asociación Civil. The school operates in a secular environment.
Pupil Nationality Mix
A vibrant community of 30+ nationalities.
Additional learning support
Learning Support offers a continuum of interventions for students with learning differences, including classroom accommodations and curriculum modifications; psychoeducational evaluations may be used as needed. Learning Support sessions are offered during the school day for pre-first, 1st, and 2nd grades, and may be available before or after school for 3rd and 4th grades. In middle and high school, accommodations are available only for students with a formal diagnosis.
Country affiliation
Mexico-based with UNAM validation for the high school program and SACS CASI/AdvancED accreditation for pre-K through 12th grade in the United States.
Religious affiliation
Secular environment.
School day structure
Main offices operate 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; students should be on campus by 7:50 a.m.; teachers begin classroom instruction at 8:00 a.m. Nursery and pre-kinder classes run 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Kinder runs 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Co-curricular activities run 3:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Bus service
Bus service is available to and from campus from an independent provider. Information, routes, hours and payment plans are available through the security department at bus.service@asfg.edu.mx and on the ASFG site under Bus Service.
Fees
Annual tuition at American School Foundation of Guadalajara ranges from MXN 175,800 to MXN 261,400 for 2026/27.
Application fee - Application (processing) fee: MXN 1,875.00, non-refundable; payable by personal check, credit card, or bank transfer through the Parents' Portal.
One-time new-admission (first-time students) - New-admission (one-time) payment charged at first entry; amount depends on number of children in the same family and student grade: - One child: Pre‑School (Maternal / Pre‑Kinder / Kinder) MXN 131,000; Primary (P1–6) MXN 131,000; Middle (7–9) MXN 66,000; High (10–12) MXN 66,000. - Two children: Pre‑School MXN 129,000; Primary MXN 129,000; Middle MXN 64,000; High MXN 64,000. - Three children: Pre‑School MXN 113,000; Primary MXN 113,000; Middle MXN 56,000; High MXN 56,000. - Four or more children: Pre‑School MXN 103,000; Primary MXN 103,000; Middle MXN 51,000; High MXN 51,000.
Registration (inscripción) and tuition — payment plans, amounts and how they are charged - Two payment plans are offered for the school-year cost: Plan A (higher up‑front registration payment, lower monthly tuition) and Plan B (lower up‑front registration payment, higher monthly tuition). Both plans split the year into an annual registration payment plus ten monthly tuition payments. Financing plans require a signed promissory note. Late payment interest and financing interest rules apply.
- Payment Schedule A (larger up‑front registration payment): - Registration (up‑front) payment by number of children: One child MXN 106,000; Two children MXN 104,000; Three children MXN 98,300; Four or more MXN 93,200. - Monthly tuition amounts (monthly payment shown for the September installment): Early Childhood (M‑PK‑K) MXN 16,670; Primary (P1–6) MXN 20,900; Middle (7–9) MXN 24,330; High (10–12) MXN 24,790.
- Payment Schedule B (lower up‑front registration payment): - Registration (up‑front) payment by number of children: One child MXN 33,100; Two children MXN 32,500; Three children MXN 29,490; Four or more MXN 27,960. - Monthly tuition amounts (monthly payment shown for the September installment): Early Childhood (M‑PK‑K) MXN 24,160; Primary (P1–6) MXN 28,390; Middle (7–9) MXN 31,820; High (10–12) MXN 32,280.
- Tuition billing schedule and adjustments: - Tuition is billed in ten monthly installments (the school's stated monthly cycle) and must be paid by the 10th of each month. Monthly tuition amounts are adjusted monthly using Mexico's National Index of Consumer Prices (INPC). A monthly moratory interest of 4% applies to late payments; financing plans carry specific financing interest on outstanding balances. Families choosing to pay all ten tuition installments in advance by the school's September deadline receive a tuition discount.
Other compulsory costs and common additional fees - Major medical insurance (collective policy): MXN 14,025.00 per student (tax included); all students must be covered either by the school's collective policy or by a family policy with a release submitted to the school. The policy includes defined coverage limits and terms.
- Other standard additional fees (examples and stated amounts): - Activities — sports: registration MXN 600.00; Session 1 (Aug–Jan) MXN 4,225.00; Session 2 (Feb–Jun) MXN 2,835.00. - Daycare (guardería): monthly fee MXN 3,570.00; daily fee MXN 360.00. - ASAP program (Academic and Socialization Assistance Program): annual fee charged at enrollment MXN 49,585.00. - Academic support / evaluation: evaluation exam MXN 7,480.00; hourly tutoring/class support MXN 615.00 per hour. - Revalidation of foreign studies / equivalency: SEP MXN 785.00; UNAM MXN 1,560.00. - Duplicate certificates / associated procedures: SEP MXN 785.00; UNAM MXN 1,560.00. - Credential replacement: MXN 165.00. - Socio‑economic study fee (when applicable): MXN 1,250.00. - Parents Association voluntary contribution: MXN 370.00. - Admission/trámites fees listed under “other charges” (already noted above): MXN 1,875.00 for the admission/trámite.
Uniforms, textbooks and materials - School uniform use is not mandatory; families may agree with the school on uniform use, design, cost and suppliers and are free to acquire required clothing and supplies where they prefer. Textbooks and many academic resources are supplied or loaned at the start of the year; items not returned or returned in poor condition are charged at replacement cost.
Refunds and withdrawal rules - If an admission/registration payment (or part of it) has been paid and the student will not enter the upcoming school year, the family must provide written notice at least two months before the start of classes to be entitled to a refund of those payments; failure to provide timely written notice generally results in no refund and financed admission amounts must still be settled in full. - Special case for study‑abroad/temporary leave: a percentage of the registration fee is retained/apportioned (the school applies a fixed portion to guarantee insurance and a portion that may be applied to future registration if the student returns); if the student does not return after one year a portion of the registration payment is not refundable and is allocated to the school's scholarship fund per the school policy.
Payment methods and how to pay - Accepted payment channels include: - Parents' Portal — credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard issued in Mexico, and American Express); automatic card‑charge service available when enrolling or at the cashier (cards issued outside Mexico are not accepted for some services). - Bank payment — BBVA via CIE using the school's agreement number (families must use the student number as reference) and SPEI transfers to the school's CLABE as instructed by the school's cashier. - School cashier window — checks payable to The American School Foundation of Guadalajara, A.C.; credit/debit cards (no commission). Specific bank account references and CLABE are provided by the school for bank transfers.
Boarding - There is no boarding program or boarding fees listed for this school; boarding/residency does not apply.
Notes on deadlines, discounts and penalties - The school offers a discount on the registration payment when the full registration amount is paid during the enrollment period; a discount on tuition is offered if all ten monthly tuition payments are paid in advance by the school's stated September deadline. Financing plan selection deadlines and payment due dates are enforced; late payments incur interest and charge penalties as specified in the school's fee manual.
Academics
American School Foundation of Guadalajara teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school delivers a bilingual, bicultural curriculum for PK–12, with instruction in English and Spanish. The high school program (grades 10–12) is validated by UNAM, while grades PK–9 are incorporated with SEJ. The school is fully accredited pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade by SACS CASI, AdvancED in the United States. The mission emphasizes educating students in a bilingual, bicultural, secular environment, and the learning goals target purposeful learners, critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, and community contributors.
Higher Education Progression
Grades 10–12 are UNAM-validated; PK–9 programming is integrated with SEJ. The school holds SACS CASI, AdvancED accreditation for its PK–12 program. These structures support university admissions in Mexico and internationally, and the UNAM validation specifically aligns graduates with Mexican higher education pathways.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a counseling program and staff dedicated to student well-being. The school has a Belonging and Intercultural Competency Plan 2024-2025 to guide inclusive practices. The school has a bilingual, bicultural mission that supports social and emotional development through intercultural engagement. The school has Learning Goals that include being physically, socially and emotionally well-balanced. The school has an Inclusion and Belonging framework with initiatives designed to foster belonging and intercultural understanding. The school has resources for positive parenting and counselors to support families.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in a bilingual, bicultural environment. The ASFG Language Institute offers courses in English, Spanish, French, German, Russian and Chinese. The Language Institute emphasizes communicative language learning and cultural immersion. The school has SEJ (Mexican education authority) incorporation for early grades and UNAM for high school, with SEP revalidation for higher grades. The school is committed to bilingual education and aims to cultivate global citizenship through language learning. The ASFG site also describes K-12 language development resources accessible to students and families.
Mental Wellbeing
The school's Learning Goals include being physically, socially and emotionally well-balanced. The school provides school counselors to support student well-being. The school offers resources for positive parenting and counselor support for families. The Belonging and Intercultural Competency Plan and Inclusion & Belonging initiatives support emotional and social development through an inclusive culture. The Language Institute fosters global citizenship and cultural understanding, contributing to students' social-emotional growth. The school promotes a holistic approach to education that integrates academic progress with emotional well-being.
Safeguarding
The school has a formal child protection policy and dedicated safeguarding procedures. Staff undergo annual child protection training covering international, federal and state laws. There is a dedicated task force to address suspected cases of sexual, physical and psychological abuse and neglect. The policy references international rights and Mexican laws protecting children and adolescents. The school provides resources for positive parenting and school counselors to support safeguarding and child protection. The school communicates with families about safeguarding practices and encourages collaboration to maintain a safe environment.
Admissions
Admissions
ASFG uses a six-step, calendar-driven admissions process. Schedule an information tour or meeting and request more information via email; contact the Admissions Office for details. Step 1: Send Application Form. Step 2: Submit required documentation. An application fee of MXN 1,980 is non-refundable. Submit school grades to date and from previous years (with an equivalency if needed), vaccination record, original and copy of Birth Certificate, CURP (for local students) or FMM (for international students), proof of medical insurance, proof of local Guadalajara address, copies of both parents' official identification, FMM for international parents, and two ASFG family recommendations. Additional grade-level documentation is listed in the documentation packets. Step 3: Evaluations. After documentation is received, evaluations are scheduled. Early Childhood (Nursery, Prekinder, Kinder) are group-evaluated January 22–23, 2026 with a makeup day February 27, 2026; thereafter, individual evaluations by prior appointment. Prefirst, 1st and 2nd begin in December 2025; Prefirst includes a group assessment on January 30, 2026; online evaluations are available for international applicants. Grades 3–12 evaluations have dates announced by appointment, with online options for international applicants. Late admissions applications are possible by appointment and depend on space. Step 4: Family interviews. A 30-minute interview may be scheduled after the evaluation. Step 5: Admissions decisions. The Admissions Committee reviews each file; priority admissions decisions (October 2025 through January 16, 2026) are emailed February 20–23, 2026, depending on space; waitlisted applicants should remain on the waitlist as spaces may become available after the March reenrollment. Step 6: Enrollment. Enrollment for offers received on February 20 or 23 occurs March 2–13, 2026.
Scholarships
ASFG offers scholarship programs through the ESF (Scholarship Foundation) and the DES (Determination Scholarship). A Socioeconomic Study is used as part of ASFG's financial aid considerations.
Waitlist
If spaces are limited, applicants may be placed on a waitlist. Families are encouraged to remain on the waitlist, as additional spaces may become available after the March reenrollment period.
FAQs
What curriculum does ASFG follow?
ASFG offers a PK-12 bilingual, bicultural programme. Grades PK-9 are incorporated with SEJ and grades 10-12 are UNAM-validated. The school holds SACS CASI/AdvancED accreditation for the full PK-12 programme.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students from early childhood through 12th grade, covering Nursery, PreKinder, Kinder, Elementary (Prefirst-4th), and Middle/High School (5th-12th).
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees go up to approximately MXN 476,845 for high school. New admission fees range from MXN 66,000-131,000 depending on level and number of children. Application processing is MXN 1,875.
Is there learning support?
Yes, Learning Support provides a continuum of interventions for students with learning differences, including classroom accommodations, curriculum modifications, and psychoeducational evaluations.
What languages are taught?
English and Spanish are the core languages in the bilingual programme. The ASFG Language Institute also offers French, German, Russian, Italian, and Chinese courses.
Is the campus eco-friendly?
Yes, the campus is LEED Gold certified with solar panels, water-saving sensors, and a Learning Garden that connects students to food, nature, and sustainability.
How many nationalities are represented?
ASFG has a vibrant community of over 30 nationalities, reflecting its international character in Guadalajara.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, bus service is available from an independent provider. Routes, hours, and payment plans can be accessed through the security department.
Are there scholarships available?
Yes, ASFG offers scholarship programmes through the ESF (Scholarship Foundation) and DES (Determination Scholarship), with socioeconomic studies used for financial aid decisions.
Is there a uniform?
No uniforms are required for regular classes. PE uniforms are mandatory for Elementary and Middle School, and optional for Early Childhood and High School.
What safeguarding measures exist?
The school has a formal child protection policy with annual staff training. A dedicated task force addresses suspected cases of abuse and neglect. A Healthy Relationships policy is also in place.
How do I apply?
Create a PowerSchool Enrollment account, complete the online application, and upload required documents. A waitlist may apply for oversubscribed levels.
