Mexico, Xalapa
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The school teaches English and French. English immersion is offered from an early age across the school. In Middle School, the program is bilingual in English and French, with electives and technology-enabled learning.
The school teaches in English and French as part of a bilingual program. The Middle School program combines English and French with technology integration and active learning, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and real‑world problem‑solving. The program provides direct admission to Racers High School, supporting a smooth transition to upper secondary education.
The school uses English immersion from an early age. The immersion goes beyond language instruction to develop creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, effective communication, collaboration, lifelong learning, adaptability, and persistence.
Colegio Americano de Xalapa, established in 1983 as Colegio Renacimiento, operates across two campuses in the Xalapa metropolitan area. The Ánimas campus serves preschool students, while the Lencero campus accommodates primary through high school levels, featuring a professional-sized soccer field and multiple basketball courts. As part of the Sendica Education network, the school employs a bilingual English-Spanish model. Early childhood education begins with full English immersion before Spanish is formally introduced in the third year of kindergarten. The academic program incorporates practical technology application through dedicated "Makerspaces" and science laboratories. The school is specifically recognized for being the first institution in Xalapa to implement the international "Conscious Discipline" framework, formally teaching students emotional regulation as a core part of the daily schedule. High school students have access to specific areas, including a tunnel lounge equipped with a billiard table and a designated terrace.