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Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Located in Cuernavaca, NC School Cuernavaca (Colegio Nuevo Continente Cuernavaca) sits on two hectares of green spaces and spacious facilities for Toddlers through Secundaria. The school offers Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula delivered through a bilingual, experiential learning model. English and Spanish are balanced as about 75% English and 25% Spanish, with First English and Preschool emphasizing immersion and a multicultural Primary program that builds Cambridge foundations and introduces French in the middle grades. Secondary students pursue Cambridge certifications, including PET and FCE, while primary students work toward KET. The campus features technology-enabled classrooms, a library, and a Ludoteca, supporting interdisciplinary projects and close contact with nature. A broad after-school program includes visual arts, theatre, music ensembles, and a range of sports such as football with the Pumas, basketball, taekwondo, and tennis. The school emphasizes collaboration with families and values-based approach to develop creativity, problem solving, and responsible leadership.
Junto Al Río 28, Junto al Rio, 62489 Cuernavaca, Mor., Mexico
The Essentials
Colegio Nuevo Continente Cuernavaca has 900 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
NC SCHOOL Cuernavaca is located in Cuernavaca, Morelos. It is a community in which collaborative work between the school and families is consolidated. The campus is a safe, tree-lined and spacious environment.
Stages
Toddlers & Babies; Preschool (Kinder I–III); First English; Primary; Secondary
School day structure
Class hours by level: Toddlers/Babies, Preschool, First English, and Primary run 8:00–14:00; Secondary runs 7:30–14:45. After-school programs operate until 19:00; Kinder III and First English aftercare runs 14:45–16:15 with 14:15–15:00 cafeteria service.
Fees
Application fees
- Inscripción (registro/cuota de nuevo ingreso): charged once at enrollment and varies by level. Reported amounts (MXN) by level: Toddlers MXN 9,509; Preescolar (Kinder I/II/III) MXN 14,431; Primaria MXN 19,379; Secundaria MXN 20,724; Preparatoria MXN 22,330.
Tuition fees (colegiatura) by school year / level — per month and typical annual total
- Preescolar (Kinder I, II, III / First English input levels) - Mensualidad: MXN 7,387. - Costos anuales indicados: Mensualidad × 10 = MXN 73,870. Inscripción adicional como indicado arriba. Otras cuotas registradas (BENCO) appear for some preescolar grades (example: MXN 2,691 or MXN 2,530 depending on grade).
- Primaria (elementary) - Mensualidad: MXN 9,535. - Inscripción: MXN 19,379 (one-time, annual). - Otras cuotas: BENCO reported MXN 2,285 (concept listed as "otras cuotas"). - Costo anual de escuela (inscripción + 10 mensualidades) reported: MXN 114,729.
- Secundaria (lower secondary) - Mensualidad: MXN 10,313. - Inscripción: MXN 20,724 (one-time, annual). - Otras cuotas: MXN 1,835. - Costo anual de escuela (inscripción + 10 mensualidades + otras cuotas as listed): MXN 125,689.
- Preparatoria / Bachillerato (upper secondary) - Mensualidad: MXN 11,787. - Inscripción: MXN 22,330 (one-time, annual). - Otras cuotas: MXN 1,292. - Costo anual de escuela (inscripción + mensualidades + otras cuotas as listed): MXN 141,492.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's published fee summaries show tuition presented as a monthly colegiatura with the annual total calculated from ten monthly payments (mensualidad × 10) plus the inscripción and listed "otras cuotas" where applicable; this indicates standard billing over ten installments per academic year. Exact billing months, due dates and late-payment penalties are not published in the fee summaries consulted.
Boarding (internado) fees
- No boarding or residential program is listed for the Cuernavaca campus; the school operates as a day school with standard daytime instructional hours and afterschool/estancia vespertina options. There are no boarding fees published.
Other costs and fees (examples recorded in publicly available fee summaries)
- Otras cuotas / conceptos adicionales: reported amounts vary by level and may include items listed as "BENCO" or similar service charges. Examples: BENCO for Primaria MXN 2,285; BENCO for some Preescolar grades MXN 2,691 or MXN 2,530; other one-off charges for Secundaria MXN 1,835 and Preparatoria MXN 1,292. These appear as separate line items in the published fee summaries.
- Afterschool / estancia vespertina and comedor (meal service): offered as paid services; costs for specific afterschool activities and cafeteria food are reported as dependent on the activity and not listed as a single fixed amount in the public fee summaries.
- Uniforms and supplies: the school requires uniforms but no fixed national price list for uniforms was available in the public fee summaries for the Cuernavaca campus; uniform costs are typically charged separately through the school's approved supplier and, when published elsewhere, are treated as an additional family expense.
Refund information
- No publicly posted, detailed refund policy for inscripción, colegiaturas or other fees was found in the fee summaries consulted. Refund and cancellation terms (for withdrawal before or after classes begin, or for partial-term attendance) are not published in the publicly available fee summaries.
Fee payment options (methods)
- The standard public fee summaries consulted do not list a specific, itemized set of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, cheque, cash) for the Cuernavaca campus. Payment method details and invoicing arrangements are handled by the school's admissions/finance office and are not printed in the fee summaries reviewed. Contact details for the Cuernavaca campus are listed for direct inquiries.
Search notes (brief):
- The numeric fee amounts above come from publicly posted school-profile fee summaries and cost pages for Colegio Nuevo Continente that list inscripción, mensualidad, otras cuotas and an annual cost total. Those summaries present annual totals calculated from a 10-payment tuition model plus inscripción and listed additional fees. Specific operational details that are not published in those summaries — exact monthly billing dates, accepted payment instruments, a formal written refund policy, and a current uniform price list for the Cuernavaca campus — were not available in the sources consulted.
Academics
Colegio Nuevo Continente Cuernavaca teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 2 to 15.
Curriculum
NC School Cuernavaca provides education across Toddlers & Babies, Preschool, First English, Primary, and Secondary. Education is based on social and cognitive competencies, and through creativity and problem-solving workshops, students develop strong skills and logical-mathematical thinking at each learning stage. Interdisciplinary projects, new technologies, and contact with nature are the main tools for holistic, values-based learning. First English strengthens English as a second language, with about 75% English and 25% Spanish; Preschool uses a bilingual approach with 75% English and 25% Spanish; Primary emphasizes a multicultural program with Cambridge certifications and solid foundations in French; Secondary features a high-performance program with Cambridge PET and FCE certifications. The school also offers after-school activities and Cambridge Workshops.
Exam Results
Academic and cultural recognitions at national and international levels support high performance. Notable examples include the Tec de Monterrey Talent Scholarship for talented students, and first places in state-level competitions, as well as interschool sports medals and SEP recognitions.
Gifted and Talented
The Tec de Monterrey Talent Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving students. The school's students are recognized in national competitions and have a track record of achievement in academics, sports, and the arts.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
NC SCHOOL Cuernavaca educates students through holistic, experiential education. Interdisciplinary projects, new technologies, and contact with nature are the main tools to develop holistic learning with values. The philosophy centers on self-knowledge and emotional–social development within a culture of respect, responsibility, and honesty. The school offers a values program and a socio-emotional development program as integral parts of its curriculum. The well-being of students is supported by reflection, self-awareness, consciousness, and critical thinking. After-school activities and collaboration with families contribute to social-emotional growth.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Education is delivered in two languages with a pragmatic bilingual approach. Toddlers and Pre-school programs use 75% English and 25% Spanish. The First English program uses 75% English and 25% Spanish for core subjects. Primary classes are taught 100% in English. French begins in 1st through 3rd grade and is developed through 4th to 6th grade, with Cambridge certifications. The program emphasizes acquiring English through natural listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and includes a strong French foundation.
Mental Wellbeing
The school prioritizes emotional and physical wellbeing of students. It emphasizes reflection, self-awareness, consciousness, and critical thinking. The socio-emotional development and values programs are integral parts of the wellbeing approach. The campus environment is safe, friendly, tree-lined, and spacious. After-school and cultural activities support holistic wellbeing and personal growth.
Safeguarding
Safe, friendly, tree-lined, and spacious environment. The NC School Cuernavaca community emphasizes collaboration with families. Values of honesty, responsibility, and respect are central to school life. The approach includes reflection, self-awareness, consciousness, and critical thinking as part of safeguarding and personal development. The school provides a structured environment that supports student safety and wellbeing.
FAQs
Where is Colegio Nuevo Continente Cuernavaca located, and what is unique about its campus?
The Cuernavaca campus is in Cuernavaca, Morelos, set on two hectares of green space designed for experiential learning. It operates as a bilingual, values‑based program that blends Cambridge curricula with a multicultural approach. The campus features technology‑enabled classrooms, a library, and a Ludoteca to support active, hands‑on learning.
What levels and age range does NC Cuernavaca serve?
The school serves Toddlers & Babies, Preschool, First English, Primary, and Secondary, starting around age 2. The upper age limit isn't published, but the program runs from early years through Secondary.
What best describes NC Cuernavaca's curriculum and language approach?
Learning blends Cambridge curricula with a multicultural approach in a bilingual setting. First English and Preschool use about 75% English and 25% Spanish, Primary emphasizes Cambridge certifications with French, and Secondary offers a high‑performance pathway with Cambridge PET and FCE.
What are the published application and tuition costs by level?
Application (inscripción) fees vary by level: Toddlers 9,509 MXN; Preescolar 14,431 MXN; Primaria 19,379 MXN; Secundaria 20,724 MXN; Preparatoria 22,330 MXN. Monthly tuition ranges from 5,643 MXN for Toddlers up to 11,787 MXN for Preparatoria, with the annual total calculated as ten payments plus inscripcion and other charges (e.g., 56,430 MXN for Toddlers; 141,492 MXN for Preparatoria).
Are there after‑school options and when do they run?
Yes. After‑school activities run until 19:00 and include sports (football with Pumas, basketball, taekwondo, tennis) and arts (NC Rock Band, Theatre Workshop). Kinder III and First English aftercare runs from 14:45 to 16:15, with cafeteria service during that time.
What other costs might families expect beyond tuition?
In addition to tuition, there are level‑specific “Otras cuotas” (additional charges) and uniform costs through an approved supplier. Cafeteria/meal service and after‑school activity fees are paid as separate services, and the exact amounts vary by level and activity.
Which Cambridge certifications are offered and at what levels?
In Secondary, students pursue Cambridge certifications (PET and FCE). Primary includes Cambridge‑related progress such as KET by the end of primary. The program also maintains a strong English/French language foundation throughout the different levels.
How is English taught across the levels and when does French begin?
Toddlers/Babies and Preschool use about 75% English and 25% Spanish. First English maintains a 75% English exposure. Primary delivers 100% English in English classes, and French begins in 1st–3rd grade, becoming formal in 4th–6th.
How does the school support interdisciplinary and project‑based learning?
Learning emphasizes social and cognitive development through creativity and problem‑solving workshops, interdisciplinary projects, and regular contact with nature and new technologies. Classes are delivered in small groups by specialized teachers who receive ongoing training.
What facilities are available on the Cuernavaca campus?
The campus sits on two hectares of green space and includes a library, a Ludoteca, and technology‑enabled classrooms designed to support active, experiential learning.
What sports and arts facilities or programs exist?
After‑school sports include football with the Pumas, basketball, taekwondo, and tennis. Arts offerings include NC Rock Band, Theatre Workshop, and Cambridge Workshops, with other tutoring and arts activities available after school.
Are there dedicated spaces for language learning and digital learning?
Yes. The school provides technology‑enabled classrooms, a library, and a Ludoteca to support language development and digital learning.
What clubs or after‑school activities can students join?
Students can engage in visual arts, the NC Rock Band, Theatre Workshop, Cambridge Workshop, and a range of sports (tennis, basketball, taekwondo, etc.), plus activities like pre‑swimming and psychomotor development and chess via after‑school offerings.
How does the school foster leadership and socio‑emotional growth?
Leadership is described as highly independent and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on values, socio‑emotional development, and family collaboration to support personal growth and responsible citizenship.
What opportunities exist for community involvement or service?
The school emphasizes a values‑based, cross‑curricular approach to socio‑emotional development and community engagement, reinforced by events and family participation that connect students with the wider community.
What wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place?
The school emphasizes emotional and physical wellbeing through reflection, self‑knowledge, consciousness, and critical thinking, in a safe, welcoming environment with clear channels for communication among students, families, and staff.
What language support is available for EAL learners?
English is taught through a pragmatic bilingual approach across levels, with 75% English/25% Spanish in the early years, 100% English in Primary English classes, and continuing French support; Cambridge certifications are part of the pathway.
Is there information about SEN or mental‑health support?
Specific SEN details are not listed in the data provided. The school emphasizes socio‑emotional development and wellbeing through its values program and family collaboration.
Is there a school uniform, and what do we know about costs or suppliers?
Uniforms are required, but exact costs and supplier details are not published publicly.
What food services are available at the school?
Cafeteria service is available during school hours and meals are provided as paid services, though exact pricing is not published.
