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Why Choose Winpenny
Empowering children to think in English
Many of our teachers are recruited internationally from across the English-speaking world. Our team is enhanced by local bilingual teachers who are able to empathise with the challenge of learning English. Our curriculum is designed to develop higher-order thinking skills. With 70% of the day taught in English, we empower children to think in English by making connections, applying their knowledge and solving problems.
Developing 21st Century skills
To ensure our children are prepared for college and are able to successfully participate in the world of tomorrow, we teach 21st Century skills. Beyond technology, these are the skills needed to participate in the global economy of the future. From Early Years to High School we develop the personal goals of adaptability, cooperation, communication, enquiry, morality, resilience, respect, and thoughtfulness. Development of such skills continues in Secondary School with the IB Learner Profile attributes fostering students to be inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced, and reflective. We consider these to be essential skills for the 21st Century.
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Nationalities
| Number of students |
550+ |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
10 |
| Most common nationality |
Mexican |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
70/30 |
Languages
| Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
100% fluent English, most of them are native speakers |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Winpenny has Broadcast equipment for simultaneous classes (in-person and online using Polystudio, Videoconference equipment and Flip white boards). We have a bring your own device programme to integrate technology in every classroom. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Winpenny has Broadcast equipment for simultaneous classes (in-person and online using Polystudio, Videoconference equipment and Flip white boards). |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, IB Diploma |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
In Kinder they have a home learning once at week.
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| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
95%+ |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
All teachers are expected to differentiate in the classroom to support gifted students. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Your child must attend an English and Mathematics entrance exam, and an evaluation with school psychologist. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We start the admissions process in February however we have open admissions through out the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
07:20 A.M. |
| School finish time |
02:10 P.M. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
No, there is a Cafeteria that provides options for lunch or snacks for purchasing. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Football, music (piano, guitar, violin, drums, ukulele), jazz, aerial dance, basketball, karate. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, science lab, music classroom, IT classroom, art classroom |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Football field, basketball court. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Winpenny School’s purpose from its beginnings, and for its future, has been to work towards a school with high academic standards, understanding the uniqueness and individuality of every child, incorporating core values and skills in a caring learning environment, that are necessary to prepare our pupils for their adult life in what is an ever changing, competitive world. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Winpenny encourages children to be independent, responsible, and creative thinkers whilst nurturing each area of child development. Winpenny reinforces core values and good manners and aims to send well-educated, moral citizens out into the world. Winpenny strongly believes its education builds self-esteem in the individual. It embraces diversity, fosters a sense of self-worth and responsibility, and encourages lifelong learning. |
What does Winpenny offer?
Early Years | 3 to 5 year olds
In our Early Years setting, children learn in English for 80% of the day. Teaching and learning follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC). Especially designed by Fieldwork Education to meet the needs of our youngest learners (3-5 year olds), the IEYC uses international best practices, holistic enquiry and play-based approaches that cover all curriculum areas including personal goals.
Children learn through creative, thematic units that relate to their lives and capture their natural curiosity. Learning is active, engaging and fun. Children are supported to learn and develop knowledge and skills at their own unique pace. They are provided with opportunities to explore and express their ideas in multiple ways including play.
Primary | 6 to 11 year olds
In the Primary School, children learn in English for 70% of the day. Learning in English follows the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and Cambridge Primary English and Mathematics.
IPC – With the IPC children learn about the world through thematic units that are creative, challenging and fun, designed to appeal to children’s burgeoning interests. Each unit has specific subject goals for all primary subjects including science, history, geography, music, physical education, art and technology, personal goals, and uniquely, international goals.
Secondary | 12 to 18 year olds
In the Secondary School, children learn in English for 70% of the day. Teaching and learning follows the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), Cambridge International IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme.
In Grades 9 and 10, students follow the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education programme. In each subject, this is a two-year course which culminates in a final assessment. Cambridge IGCSE is the leading international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds and is recognised by universities and employers worldwide.
Winpenny is an IB World School and has been authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) to offer the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11 and 12. The Diploma Programme is recognised worldwide for its holistic approach and students’ preparedness for higher education and the world at large.
Our Campus
Our Mexico City campus is located in Cuajimalpa and is easily accessible from Santa Fe and Interlomas.
Winpenny School moved to the current site in 2004 and the facilities have developed and grown with the school population.
The facilities include spacious and light-filled classrooms, science laboratory, art studio, music studio, library, Early Years centre, Kinder play area, cafeteria, all-weather football field, basketball court, patios and grassed recreational areas.