ᐅ Secondary School in Mexico City, Interlomas ᐅ Wingate

Exceptional Private Secondary Education in Mexico City

Lower Secondary School

UK Years 7-9 | Ages 12 to 14

At our British International Secondary School in Mexico City, students receive a holistic education that integrates the UK national curriculum with elements of the Mexican national curriculum. Our rigorous programme fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and character development, effectively preparing students to thrive in their final years of schooling.

Taught entirely in English by expert subject specialists, all of whom are native or highly proficient English speakers, our programme nurtures intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and advanced bilingual fluency in English and Spanish. Through a balanced curriculum and exceptional enrichment opportunities, students deepen their subject knowledge, refine their talents, and develop essential real-world skills and habits for lifelong success.

Why Choose Our Secondary School in Mexico City, Interlomas?

By choosing our international Secondary School in Mexico City, your child will receive outstanding preparation to shine in their IGCSE years and beyond.

Secondary students in UK Years 7 to 9 follow the globally recognised Cambridge International Lower Secondary curriculum alongside mandatory courses from the Mexican National Programme. Beyond academics, they benefit from the enriching components of the exclusive TWS Curriculum, which includes STEM, Character Education, Life Skills, and Social Responsibility, fostering multifaceted learners prepared to compete on the global stage. Moreover, students have access to high-level sports coaching, including training with a Pan-American volleyball player, and engage in exceptional extracurricular activities such as podcast development, robotics, art, Formula 1, and Irish dancing with a world-renowned coach.

Set within a beautiful, green campus, with an additional 30,000m² allocated for future development, our purpose-built Secondary School facilities provide students with every opportunity to aim higher, achieve more, and realise their most ambitious goals.

Secondary School Curriculum

Our private Secondary School in Mexico City follows the globally respected Cambridge International Lower Secondary curriculum (Key Stage 3), providing a broad and balanced British education aligned with the UK National Curriculum.

The primary objective of our Lower Secondary School (UK Years 7 to 9) is to support students as they transition from the Primary School years into Key Stages 4 and 5, where they take external assessments such as the IGCSE and IB Diploma exams. This phase focuses on strengthening their research and note-taking abilities, individual study, critical thinking, self-discipline, and organisational skills.

At the same time, students engage with a comprehensive curriculum that helps them discover their academic interests and individual strengths while reinforcing universal human values through active participation in social responsibility initiatives.

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Secondary School Subjects

At our top international Secondary School near Interlomas, all students take the following core subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, Spanish,* History,* Geography,* ICT/STEM, Our World & Me, Physical Education, and Music.

Consistent with our commitment to holistic education, students engage in Visual and Performing Arts classes as part of their core curriculum. ICT skills are integrated across all subjects in addition to being taught as a dedicated subject. Students must also select one subject from each of the following optional categories:

Modern Languages: French or German
Additional Visual and Performing Arts: Drama, Visual Art, or Orchestra

*The requirements of the Mexican Ministry of Education are integrated into the Spanish curriculum, covering Spanish Language, Mexican History, and Mexican Geography. All other subjects are taught in English, reflecting our international focus in secondary school.

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Cambridge International Lower Secondary Implementation

At our Senior School, we fully implement Cambridge Lower Secondary specifications for English, Mathematics, and Science. We also incorporate elements of the Cambridge framework for Art & Design, Computing & Digital Literacy, Modern Languages, and Physical Education. From the next academic year, we will introduce Lower Secondary Humanities, a new Cambridge course.

School of Character

Running parallel to our academic curriculum is our School of Character, a unique programme developed by The Wingate School using best-in-class resources from both the USA and the UK. This initiative places us among the best Secondary Schools in Mexico City, ensuring that students not only achieve academic excellence but also grow into future leaders with integrity and a strong set of human values.

Secondary School Assessment

Cambridge Lower Secondary has internal assessments called Progress Tests that allow us to monitor student progress, and optional Checkpoints at the end of Key Stage 3 (Year 9).

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English Immersion at Secondary School

At our top Secondary School near Interlomas, English is the primary language of instruction, taught by native English-speaking educators. Additionally, English is offered as a separate subject to ensure students achieve a high level of proficiency while learning in English.

The remaining 20% of instruction is delivered in Spanish, in line with Mexican education requirements. Subjects such as Spanish language, Mexican history, and geography are taught in Spanish by native speakers.

At this stage, students can choose French or German as an additional language, further developing their multilingual skills for success in our globalised world.

Secondary School Facilities

Our top private Secondary School in Mexico City offers purpose-built facilities across academics, sports, and the arts, with plans for future expansion. The Secondary block spans three floors and features specialist classrooms, a STEM room, advanced science labs, an art studio, a library, and a multi-purpose room for activities such as Irish dancing, Taekwondo, and drama. A dedicated cafeteria serves healthy meals daily.

We have recently inaugurated a new senior block, featuring additional classrooms, a large dance studio, and a student lounge. For performing arts, students practise in dedicated music rooms, while an open-air Greek theatre provides a stage for drama performances. A future auditorium will further enhance these opportunities.

Students benefit from diverse sports facilities, including football fields, volleyball and basketball courts, and a full-sized astroturf pitch. Through our partnership with Mirador Sports Club, students should soon have access to padel courts. An adjacent ranch offers horse riding and woodland trails for outdoor exploration.

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Excellent Secondary School Teachers

Secondary School teachers at TWS are carefully selected for their expertise, experience, and commitment to student success. With a diverse team of educators from around the world, including Mexico, we bring a wealth of perspectives to our classrooms, ensuring a truly international learning experience.

All our main classroom teachers are native or high-level English speakers. Passionate about their subjects, our educators inspire intellectual curiosity, foster critical thinking, and serve as mentors and role models. By embodying values such as perseverance, honesty, and integrity, they help shape students into well-rounded, principled individuals.

Committed to continuous professional development, our teachers implement the best educational practices and personalise learning strategies to help every student reach their full potential.

Enrichment Activities at Secondary School

Co-curricular Programme

At our leading international Secondary School in Mexico City, we are committed to developing the whole child by providing opportunities for students to explore their interests, discover new passions, and build valuable life skills beyond the classroom. Our co-curricular programme offers a dynamic, low-stakes environment where students can challenge themselves in new ways.

Co-curricular activities include The Voice (student magazine), the International Award (Duke of Edinburgh), Model United Nations, Podcast Development, Animal Science, Cooking, Robotics, the National English Honour Society, and more. Some activities also involve inter-school competitions.

Extracurricular Activities

TWS offers a diverse range of extracurricular after-school activities from Monday to Thursday, rotating each semester. This enables pupils to develop their creative, sporting, and cultural talents through a variety of options.

Our extracurricular programme empowers students to further refine their talents and skills, preparing them for future university and career success. Secondary students can take part in individual and team sports, including basketball, football, and volleyball; Formula 1; STEM and robotics; performing arts activities such as Irish dancing and music tuition; chess; and horse riding through our school ranch partnership.

Additional Services Available to Secondary School Pupils

Secondary School Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am – 2:45 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm

Secondary students may participate in extracurricular activities from 2:50pm to 3:50pm, Monday to Thursday. There are no extracurricular activities on Fridays.

Cafeteria & Snacks

A nutritious, balanced diet is essential for student well-being and academic performance. To support this, an optional hot lunch is available Monday to Thursday, offering healthy and varied menu options. Each meal includes a protein choice, a vegetarian dish, a side, fruit, and vegetables.

Snacks can be purchased by using an electronic card.

School Bus Service

Our Secondary School near Interlomas provides a supervised bus service, currently offering 20 routes across the city.

Buses arrive at 07:55 am and depart at 2:45 pm (Monday to Thursday) and 1:30 pm (Friday). A late bus is available for students attending ECAs, departing at 4:20 pm.

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Secondary School in Interlomas, Mexico City