Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
1150 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
More than 10 |
| Most common nationality |
Mexican |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1/10 |
| Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
No |
| Max. number of students per class |
26 |
| Average number of students per class |
25 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Just with teachers supervision |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma and IGCSE Cambridge |
| Results in these examinations |
80% of Churchill students get their IB Certificate. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Primary and Secondary 1 hour daily from Monday to Thursday. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90% have a chosen School and 10% take a Gap Year and then get into a University. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, Churchill have an Inclusion Coordination |
| Learning support offered |
The team focuses on both removing barriers and providing resources that enable all students to improve their learning and social integration, as well as fostering their emotional wellbeing. This work benefits not only those students who receive Churchill's support but the entire school community as well. Some examples of the team's work include:
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| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We develop a specialized assessment to identify the curricular adjustments that can be made to their academic programs. We analyze not only their academic profile but also their socio-emotional needs, thereby guiding each student to enhance their knowledge while fostering their holistic growth. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
The admissions process evaluates candidates individually and comprehensively and recognizes the importance of involving the family in the student's educational process. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Entrance exam from Primary to College (can be made remotely), visit and family interview. |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline, we have open enrollments all year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
Preschool: 8:00
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| School finish time |
Preschool: 2:00
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, we have Afterschool activities |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
From Primary to College |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Football, volleyball, basketball, roller skating, chess, rock band, choir, Shakespeare Competition, bike, Lego education, Programming, Robotics, How to create my first videogame, gimnastics. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical Education as a class |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science labs, music classrooms |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Football field, outdoor sports field, playground. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Churchill School & College is an international, inclusive and academically challenging school in Mexico City, offering a strong bilingual and multicultural learning environment. Our students benefit from internationally recognised programmes, including Cambridge International and the International Baccalaureate, alongside personalised academic and socio-emotional support. We welcome both local and international families, providing a caring community where students can adapt, build confidence and develop the skills and global perspective they need to thrive anywhere in the world. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our teaching approach is student-centred, inquiry-based and internationally minded. Through Cambridge International and the International Baccalaureate, students are encouraged to think critically, communicate confidently, collaborate and take an active role in their learning. We combine high academic expectations with personalised support, inclusive practices and socio-emotional development, creating a stimulating environment where every student is encouraged to become an independent, curious and globally minded learner. |