Mexico, Guadalajara
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The admissions journey is clear, personalized, and fully supportive, with multilingual guidance available for international families. 01 Initial inquiry: Reach out to the Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask questions. 02 Schedule a school tour: Book your personalized tour through the website, by phone, or via WhatsApp. 03 Attend your guided visit: Join a guided campus visit and schedule your admission exam at the end. 04 Take the evaluation: Complete the admission evaluation; the acceptance letter is issued within 7 to 10 business days. 05 Pick up your acceptance letter: Receive the official acceptance letter and prepare for enrollment. 06 Complete your enrollment: Submit all necessary documents and finish registration. 07 Welcome to ITJ Palomar: You are welcomed into the community and begin your journey.
SEP scholarships are available at ITJ Palomar Guadalajara and can be requested after having been at ITJ Palomar for one year.
Instituto Thomas Jefferson Guadalajara operates two campuses, Palomar and Valle Real, serving ages from 1.6 months to 19 years, with Nursery taught in English. The school is private, co‑educational, and bilingual, offering about 80% English and 20% Spanish instruction in Elementary and a third language option of French, Italian or German. Palomar emphasizes 80% English immersion and a project‑based STEAM program, with Gifted and Talented offerings. Valle Real provides a bilingual program aligned to international standards, awarding both the International High School Diploma and the Mexican Bachillerato, supported by STEAM projects and Gifted and Talented programs. Valle Real is LEED‑certified, NEASC‑accredited, and part of the ITJ network since 1978, with ISP exchanges. Facilities include robotics, science and computer labs, performing and visual arts spaces, a library, an auditorium, and extensive sport and outdoor areas. The curriculum blends SEP guidelines with international standards and emphasizes multilingual learning and life skills.