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Colegio Williams

Mexico, Mexico City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Unlisted
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1700
Type Co-educational
Opened 1899
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Colégio Williams, a private school in Mexico, offers the International Baccalaureate across PYP, MYP, and DP, alongside a Bespoke Curriculum. The school serves ages 2 to 18. The IB is taught in three languages; English and French give students a competitive edge for global opportunities. The Primary Years Programme focuses on inquiry-based learning; the Middle Years Programme emphasizes interdisciplinary inquiry and critical thinking; the Diploma Programme prepares students for university with six subjects, an Extended Essay, and CAS. Teachers hold international certifications. Students join a worldwide IB community, with access to thousands of schools in hundreds of countries. The English language program includes CEFRL-endorsed certificates, and from High School French is offered as a third language. The campus offers after-school activities across sports, cultural and artistic programs, including chess, dance, and diving, fostering teamwork and perseverance. The school's heritage traces back to 1899, reflecting four generations of leadership.

C. Empresa, Mixcoac, Benito Juárez, 03910 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

The Essentials

Colegio Williams has 1,700 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location

Mexico City, Mexico. Colegio Williams operates across two campuses in CDMX: Mixcoac and San Jerónimo. The Mixcoac campus is located at Empresa No. 8, Col. Mixcoac, Alc. Benito Juárez, Ciudad de México, CP 03910, reachable via major avenues in the area. The San Jerónimo campus is at Presa Reventada No. 53, Col. San Jerónimo Lídice, Alc. Magdalena Contreras, Ciudad de México, CP 10400.

Stages

Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Type

Private school with the International Baccalaureate Programme

Country affiliation

Mexico

Fees
Application & admission fees

- Admission exam fee: MXN 950.
- Annual registration (inscripción anual) charged at enrolment by level:
- Preschool: MXN 16,346.
- Primary: MXN 16,272.
- Secondary: MXN 26,940.
- Baccalaureate (Prepa): MXN 27,046.

Tuition fees by year group (monthly and annual totals)

- Preschool:
- Monthly tuition (10-month billing): MXN 11,024.80 per month.
- Total annual (10 monthly payments): MXN 126,594.

- Primary:
- Monthly tuition (10-month billing): MXN 14,383.60 per month.
- Total annual (10 monthly payments): MXN 160,108.

- Secondary (Secundaria):
- Monthly tuition (10-month billing): MXN 17,495.20 per month.
- Total annual (10 monthly payments): MXN 201,892.
- Includes the annual SEP–UNAM incorporation fee.

- Baccalaureate (Bachillerato / Preparatoria):
- Monthly tuition (10-month billing): MXN 17,636.80 per month.
- Total annual (10 monthly payments): MXN 203,414.
- Includes the annual SEP–UNAM incorporation fee.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing schedule: Tuition is billed as 10 monthly payments (September through June).
- Monthly amounts are due within the first ten calendar days of each month.
- The school shows the monthly calendar incorporating the 10-month schedule and totals.

- Late and returned-payment charges:
- Payments received from the 11th day onward incur a late charge of 6.96% per month (IVA included); special discounts do not apply when late.
- Every returned check incurs a 20% charge.
- Failure to pay three months of tuition may result in the school being released from the obligation to continue providing services.

- Payment methods accepted:
- Cheque in Mexican pesos payable to: Arturo C. Williams Rivas, S.C.
- Electronic bank transfer methods (SPEI) and other electronic transfer protocols (STP).
- Credit and debit cards.
- The school does not accept cash for payments.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: Not applicable. Colegio Williams operates day-school campuses (Mixcoac, San Jerónimo and Ajusco); no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and regular additional fees

- School transport (monthly):
- One way (single trip): MXN 3,298 per month.
- Two trips (round trip): MXN 3,613 per month.
- Transport service is offered to established route points.

- Annual incorporation quota: Secondary and Baccalaureate fees include the SEP–UNAM annual incorporation quota (noted with an asterisk in the fee schedule).

- Uniforms: School uniform is required and is available for purchase through the school's channels; uniform costs are billed separately and vary by items ordered.

- Other potential additional costs (examples commonly billed separately): extracurricular activity fees, specialty program fees, school trips or international exchange costs, textbooks and school supplies, and optional insurance. Specific amounts for these items are charged separately from the standard tuition and transportation fees.

Refunds and cancellations (payment-related provisions)

- The fee materials include the following payment-related provisions that affect cancellations and returns: returned checks carry a 20% charge; non-payment for three months may result in termination of the school's obligation to continue services. These are the explicit payment/cancellation items listed in the published fee schedule.

Summary of key numbers (MXN)

- Admission exam: MXN 950.
- Annual registration (Inscripción anual): Preschool MXN 16,346; Primary MXN 16,272; Secondary MXN 26,940; Baccalaureate MXN 27,046.
- Monthly tuition (10-month plan): Preschool MXN 11,024.80; Primary MXN 14,383.60; Secondary MXN 17,495.20; Baccalaureate MXN 17,636.80.
- Annual totals (10 months): Preschool MXN 126,594; Primary MXN 160,108; Secondary MXN 201,892; Baccalaureate MXN 203,414.
- Transport (monthly): One way MXN 3,298; Round trip MXN 3,613.
Academics

Colegio Williams teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum

The school delivers the International Baccalaureate (IB) program across all levels—from the Primary Years Programme (ages 3–12) to the Diploma Programme (ages 16–19). The IB framework is taught in three languages. The Primary Years Programme emphasizes inquiry-based learning; the Middle Years Programme emphasizes interdisciplinary inquiry and critical thinking; the Diploma Programme prepares students for university with six subjects, an independent research project (Extended Essay), and CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service). Teachers hold international certifications. Our students can study anywhere in the world and choose from 5,000 schools in 160 countries. English and French give students a competitive advantage.

Higher Education Progression

Direct pass to universities through the college direct admission program. Our graduates have direct admission opportunities to leading universities in Mexico and internationally.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The IB programmes promote physical, intellectual, emotional, and ethical development. The Primary Years Programme emphasizes integral development and inquiry skills, while the Middle Years Programme foregrounds inquiry, action, and reflection to connect learning with real-life contexts and foster a positive attitude toward learning and personal and social responsibility. The Diploma Programme aims for growth across physical, intellectual, emotional, and ethical dimensions.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Psychopedagogical support is available. The school recognizes individual differences and provides support for diverse needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

An integrated English program with native teachers supports language development, including immersion experiences such as trips and exchanges. Students graduate with CEFRL-endorsed English certificates, and from High School French is taught as a third language, enabling a trilingual education.

Mental Wellbeing

The IB programmes support emotional development as part of a holistic education. The Primary Years Programme emphasizes integral development and ethical growth, while the Middle Years Programme emphasizes inquiry, action, and reflection to cultivate personal and social responsibility.

Safeguarding

Children feel safe in our environment, with learning arranged in age-appropriate, structured experiences.

Admissions

Admissions

1. Schedule an informative meeting so you can ask all the questions you have about the school. This meeting introduces the school's programs and campus life and helps families understand the upcoming steps. It is the first step in the admissions process. 2. After the meeting, we'll schedule your child's admission exam, which will be held at the school premises. The exam is arranged after the initial meeting to assess readiness. Details about the date, time, and location are provided during scheduling. 3. You will receive your child's exam results and we'll ask for some documents to continue with the process. The exam results determine eligibility and next steps; additional documents may be requested to complete enrollment. You will be guided on what documents to provide. 4. You will make the registration payment and that's it! Your child will be part of Colegio Williams. The payment completes the enrollment process and your child becomes a student of the school.

Scholarships

Discounts on tuition are granted through partnerships. The school offers academic excellence scholarships through SEP and UNAM Scholarships. To apply for a scholarship, the student must complete at least one full year of studying at Colegio Williams and have a 9.0-grade point average or above. University Scholarships: High School students have the opportunity to win a scholarship granted by top universities in Mexico, as well as several private schools in Mexico City, such as UDLA, CIDE, Claustro de Sor Juana, Universidad del Pedregal, Simón Bolívar, ULSA, UIC, UVM (All Campuses). Centro Eleia, ISEC Business School, and Univ. West Hill are also listed. The Permanent Economic Support Program enables graduates to study at high-performing universities. The school also lists Corporate Partnerships and School Partnerships for Elementary School and Middle School to provide tuition discounts.

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