Mexico, Guadalajara
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Early childhood emotional education is emphasized, teaching children to regulate and manage their emotions. The school works as a team with families and the school's psychologist to support students' social and emotional development. In class, work on emotions motivates students and supports positive educational development. Well-being, evolutionary development and learning are constant concerns of the school. This approach integrates social and emotional learning as a core element of education.
English is a fundamental axis of the school, with a fully bilingual kindergarten. The English language is studied extensively, and in elementary, many subjects are taught in English. The school supports international thinking and globalization by integrating English across the curriculum. English education is bilingual from kindergarten onward, with ongoing emphasis on English across year groups. The school offers official academic certifications in English and French. The program uses technology and other resources to support English learning and ensure proficiency across subjects.
Early childhood emotional education is emphasized to support mental wellbeing. The school works with families and its psychologist to address emotional and psychological needs. Emphasis on emotions in class contributes to motivation and healthy development. The school's ongoing commitment to well-being and development underpins learners' educational progress. These supports complement academic learning and help maintain a positive learning environment.
Instituto Internacional SEK Guadalajara is a private educational institution offering the IB Diploma Programme and part of the SEK International Institution, a network with over 134 years of service. The Guadalajara campus sits in a nature-rich setting and features dynamic classrooms designed for play, discovery and exploration, plus an orchard for environmental education. The school places a strong emphasis on English as a foundational axis, with a fully bilingual kindergarten and English-led instruction across levels, complemented by official English and French certifications. The curriculum progresses from Preschool Level through General Basic Level to General Middle Level, using SEK methodologies to support development and language proficiency in two native languages plus a second language. Core subjects include Spanish, Mathematics, Universal History, Civics, Geography, Biology and introductory studies in Biology, Physics and Chemistry; English focuses on grammar and conversation. Extracurriculars run 8:00–16:00 and include sports, music, robotics, public speaking and arts programs.