Mexico, Monterrey
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The school has global Cognia accreditation and is part of the CIA family. It is registered with the Nuevo León Secretaría de Educación (SE NL). Preschool is identified as PREESCOLAR with code 19PJN0522Q; Primary is PRIMARIA with code 19PPR0195C; Secondary is SECUNDARIA with code 19PES0305L. For inquiries, contact (81) 8310 7340 or (81) 2745 2950.
Colégio Inglés Americano (CIA) in Mexico offers an American Curriculum in a bilingual, bicultural setting for students aged 3 to 15. Preschool provides 100% English instruction in a supportive environment, with small groups led by a lead teacher and an assistant for individualized attention. From Kindergarten, students have a 1:1 iPad program to support personalized learning, backed by Apple Distinguished School recognition since 2018. The Primary program blends bicultural academics with character development, teamwork, and problem-solving, with English reinforced through contests and presentations and French introduced in Grade 4 as a third language. By the end of Primary, students master English and Spanish and apply their skills in projects and presentations. Secondary strengthens English and continues French, fostering critical thinking and leadership through literature and science. Daily ICT integration and international trips broaden real-world experiences. Founded twenty years ago, the school emphasizes leadership, empathy, and responsibility.