La Escuela de Lancaster

Preescolar and Primary follow the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), with six inquiry units per grade and a Lancaster Programme of Inquiry that guides learning. The curriculum integrates SEP requirements and emphasizes knowledge, skills, concepts, attitudes, and action to foster inquiry and social-emotional growth. In Secondary, the program combines Mexican and British traditions with instruction in English and Spanish; Form 1–3 uses the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) and Form 4 begins Cambridge IGCSE, with the option to pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in the upper grades. The school emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry, and holistic development as core aims of its educational project.

Fulcrum is La Escuela de Lancaster's annual publication program featuring volumes on Theatre, Literature and Journalism (Fulcrum 34), Gastronomy (Fulcrum 33), and Cinema (Fulcrum 32). The school promotes cultural production across disciplines and describes its culture as highly creative and active. Young students engage in art, drama, music, dance, and related creative pursuits, with early years introducing Chess, Dance, and Art as part of their activities. These programs collectively support student creativity through publishing, performance, culinary exploration, and visual arts.

The school is bilingual, delivering instruction in English and Spanish across levels. From preschool, English immersion is prioritized, with early literacy introduced through Jolly Phonics starting in K3. The Primary Years Programme uses transdisciplinary themes to explore culture, identity, and global perspectives, linking learning to real-world contexts. The curriculum aligns International Baccalaureate frameworks with SEP requirements to support intercultural understanding and language development.

LankySports is the official sports channel showcasing practices, competitions, athlete achievements, and school athletic events. Recent posts highlight activities such as a Jr. NBA visit (February 2026), UNDECOPA tournament progress (December 2025), and a dedicated Sports Day (November 2025). Chess is featured as an ongoing extracurricular activity within Lancaster's programs, and other arts-related activities such as dance and theatre appear in the school's broader offerings. These activities promote teamwork, competition, and physical well-being within the student community.

Social action centers on work with current students, alumni, the local community, volunteers, and university interns to develop proposals that strengthen social cohesion and promote sustainable practices at school and in the broader community. The Community Education Project, The San Andrés Club, and the Sustainability Committee coordinate initiatives focused on social-emotional development, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship. The school collaborates with university students in psychology, philosophy, and art to create reflective spaces, nurture creativity, and promote socio-emotional health. It also runs campaigns and activities—such as axolotl education and environmental projects—in partnership with universities and local communities.

The Perfil del graduado presents graduates as Pensadores globales who are informed, critical thinkers, researchers, communicators, and independent contributors. It emphasizes boldness, responsibility, cooperation, and openness as core traits, guiding students to take initiative and lead with integrity. The framework highlights the capacity to transform knowledge and environments, reflect on thinking and learning, adapt to others, and pursue meaningful, principled leadership. The school's mission centers on developing leadership qualities alongside academic achievement to prepare students as global citizens.

Olweus-based anti-bullying programs are implemented from early years to promote a respectful and safe school climate. The Primary level explicitly emphasizes social and emotional well-being and a safe environment as part of its SEP-aligned curriculum. Community service and sustainability efforts cultivate social responsibility and well-being, with ongoing work to reduce energy and water use, protect biodiversity, and promote waste reduction. Regular athletic events and activities through LankySports further support physical health and positive, collaborative school life.