Mexico, Mexico City
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Founded in 1976. The British American School operates two campuses: Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta. It has earned four international certifications. It has a diverse student body with more than a dozen nationalities represented, and 2,349 graduates have completed the program since 1976.
The school emphasizes a close-knit community where each student's potential is nurtured in a supportive environment. It follows a humanistic approach guided by a constructivist methodology. Community engagement is central, and the voice of students and parents is valued to enrich school life. The school offers extended activities and after-school programs, including sports, arts, technology, and robotics clubs.
The Parent Section strengthens family-school partnerships. Open communication and collaboration between families, teachers and staff are central to the school experience. The Parent Section includes a School for Parents designed by UNAM, offering Spanish-language videos for parental support and learning opportunities. Parents can access resources and updates through the section, and there are opportunities to schedule meetings and contact the school for admissions and program inquiries.
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.