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Mexico City Christian Academy

Mexico, Mexico City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Unlisted
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 64
Type Co-educational
Opened 1993
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 7
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Mexico City Christian Academy (MCCA) is a private international Christian school serving students ages 4 to 18 in the northwest sector of the Mexico City metropolitan area. The school follows an American curriculum with most classes taught in English; Spanish language instruction is available. Biblical principles are woven throughout the program, and weekly chapel services support character development. Core values are Truth, Excellence, and Cultural Diversity. Founded in 1993 to serve missionary families, MCCA has grown into a multinational community that also enrolls non‑missionary children. It is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Middle States Association (MSA-CESS) as of 2021. The curriculum integrates online electives, fine arts, and physical development, with an active library and early technology use. Facilities include a College Board Testing Center and AP courses. Cultural activities, community service, and spiritual retreats are part of student life, supporting students' lifelong learning journeys.

Av. de Las Águilas 73, Las Aguilas, 52949 Cdad. López Mateos, Méx., Mexico

The Essentials

Mexico City Christian Academy has 64 pupils, typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location

The school is in the Mexico City area and provides on-site contact options for enrollment inquiries. Phone: +52 55 7098-6334; +525570985963. Address details are available via the site's Maps & Directions page.

Stages

The site references offerings from kindergarten through high school levels, with sections for admissions and calendar, suggesting a full K–12 program.

Type

International Christian school (language of instruction not specified on the summary, but the site highlights English-language classroom contexts in other materials)

Pupil Nationality Mix

International emphasis is indicated; specific nationality mix and local/international ratios are not provided in the summary.

Additional learning support

Parent-Student Handbooks are provided in English and Spanish, indicating materials to support families; specific SEN details are not provided in the summary.

Country affiliation

Missionary/international Christian context indicated by the school's identity as Mexico City Christian Academy (MCCA).

Religious affiliation

Christian faith-based education is evident from the academy's name and content on the site.

School day structure

The site highlights key program components (AP classes, cultural activities, community service, spiritual retreats) and a structured school year (open enrollment for 2026–2027). Start/end times are not specified in the summary.

Bus service

Bus service details are not included in the summarized content.

Fees
Application fees
- No specific application or enrollment fee amount is published for Mexico City Christian Academy. The admissions information lists a Tuition and Fees section but does not include numeric rates; families are directed to the school's admissions and finance contacts for fee details.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public schedule of tuition rates by year group or by term on its admission materials. There is no publicly posted breakdown of per-term or per-year tuition amounts for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school states that fees are set annually and that tuition and fee questions are handled by the finance office.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year runs mid‑August through late May/early June and is divided into two equal semesters; the school admits students at the beginning of either semester. While the academic calendar and semester structure are published, specific billing cycles, due dates, instalment options, or late‑payment penalties for tuition are not published in the publicly available materials. Financial and billing administration is handled through the school's finance office.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Mexico City Christian Academy operates as a day school with defined arrival and dismissal procedures, supervised pick‑up times, and office hours. No boarding program or boarding fees are described in the school's published materials.

Other costs and fees (published items)
- Supervision / late‑pick‑up fee: After the third late pick‑up, a supervision fee of MXN 100 per late pick‑up is charged.
- After‑school study / credit‑recovery fees: Credit recovery programs and after‑school study options are subject to associated fees; the handbook states that credit recovery methods and after‑school study will be assessed a fee.
- Textbook replacement: Families are charged the full replacement cost plus shipping and handling for damaged or lost textbooks.
- Official records and transcript fees: Official transcripts and additional document services (extra copies, reprinting, apostilles, mailing) may carry charges; those fees are determined annually.
- Fees for optional or extracurricular activities: The handbook notes special activities may be fee‑based; amounts are set and published as applicable.
- Uniforms / dress code: A school uniform and dress code are required (polo shirts, specified colors and styles); costs for purchasing uniforms are not published.

Refund information
- The published parent‑student handbook contains the voluntary and immediate withdrawal procedures (notification, office processing, return of materials) but does not publish a specific tuition refund table, percentages, or refund deadlines. No explicit tuition‑refund schedule or refund amounts are publicly posted in the available materials.

Fee payment options
- The school's publicly available materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, cash) or banking details. Financial administration and payment arrangements are managed by the finance office; families are given finance contact information for billing matters.

Practical contacts for financial questions (published)
- The school designates finance@mccamexico.org as the contact for financial information and lists admissions and office contact addresses for enrollment and family services.

Summary of published vs. unpublished fee data
- Published (available) fee items: supervisory late‑pick‑up fee (MXN 100 per late pick‑up after the third instance); textbook replacement charges; fees possible for credit recovery, transcripts, and optional activities; uniform requirement and dress code; finance contact address.
- Not published (unavailable in public materials): numeric amounts for application fees, tuition by year group, per‑term tuition rates, billing schedule with due dates, accepted payment methods, and a specific tuition refund schedule. The school's admissions and finance contacts are provided for direct fee and billing arrangements.
Academics

Mexico City Christian Academy teaches American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum

The curriculum integrates Biblical principles throughout the program. Core coursework is supplemented by online electives, fine arts, and physical development opportunities. The active library program supports reading, technology is introduced in classrooms early, and exploration and problem solving are emphasized. Weekly chapel services focus on character development. Core values are Truth, Excellence, and Cultural Diversity.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have been accepted at universities in Canada (Ambrose University; University of Toronto), Mexico (Tecnológico de Monterrey; UNAM; Universidad Anáhuac; Universidad Panamericana; Westhill University; Universidad del Valle de México), South Korea (Korea University; Hankuk University of Foreign Studies; Hanyang University; Seoul National University; Sungkyunkwan University; Sogang University; Kookmin University), and the United States (Abilene Christian University; Asbury University; University of Alabama; Auburn University; Baptist Bible College; Baylor University; Barclay College; Bob Jones University; Boston University; Bryan College; Campbellsville University; Cedarville University; Central Michigan University; College of DuPage; Dallas Baptist University; Grand Canyon University; Liberty University; Milligan College; Northern Michigan University; Saginaw Valley State University; Simpson University; University of Central Oklahoma; University of Illinois; Western Michigan University; MIT; William Carey University).

Gifted and Talented

AP classes are offered.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Weekly chapel services and small group activities are part of the curriculum. Chapel is teacher- or student-planned and provides a time for teaching, worship, fellowship, and prayer; it is a leadership development opportunity. The school emphasizes multicultural diversity and admits students from diverse cultural backgrounds, treating them as special, cherished individuals. A spiritual emphasis retreat or camp occurs at least once a year to support spiritual formation and community. These elements together support students' social and emotional development in a Christian learning environment.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The primary language of instruction is English; whenever possible, all classes except for Spanish will be taught in English. All students and designated MCCA personnel are expected to use English on school grounds and when participating in school functions off grounds.

Mental Wellbeing

Health and emergencies procedures address situations involving health or emotional risk. The policy notes that in cases of serious health or emotional risk, staff may address the issue and may override confidentiality requests. The school uses emergency procedures to ensure safety. Chapels and spiritual activities provide ongoing support for student wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Admissions require a current physical exam and vaccination record to protect student health. The school provides a Grievance Procedure for parents/students to raise concerns, and safety procedures include Earthquake and Fire drills as part of safeguarding.

Admissions

Admissions

Step 1. Complete Official Registration by filling out the Official Registration form, which collects Student Information, Family Address, and Parent Information, along with health and transportation details. The form initiates the admissions process and requires you to indicate the student's education level (Elementary, Middle School, or High School).
Step 2. Provide Required Documentation in original and one copy; documents not in Spanish or English must be translated and legalized. Documentation varies by grade level: Kinder includes Birth Certificate, passport and FM document, CURP, vaccination records and a health certificate, proof of home address, parents' passport/FM/INE documents, and the MCCA Official registration package; Elementary adds kindergarten certificate (if applying for first grade), prior grades (for 2nd–6th), letter of good conduct, five photos for 5th–6th, and debt clearance from the previous school; Middle and High School require a birth certificate, passport and FM document, CURP, vaccination records and health certificate, educational certificates and grades from previous schools, letters of good conduct and debt clearance, proof of home address, parents' passport/FM/INE documents, five photos, and the MCCA Official registration package.
Step 3. Submit the MCCA Official Registration Package, which includes the Official Registration Form, INEA Waiver Form, and MCCA Photo Image Consent.
Step 4. All requested documentation should be provided by the first week of August and before the first day of school; incomplete packets will not be processed.
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Step 7. Sign the MCCA Agreement as part of the registration process. The agreement confirms understanding of school policies, including a daily Bible class and a weekly chapel service, and notes that students' likeness may appear in the yearbook or on the website; it also acknowledges financial obligations and states that the registration fee is refundable only if MCCA does not approve the application due to space limitations or other reasons.

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