Modern American School
International School in Mexico City
Quick answer
Modern American School is a American-curriculum school in Mexico City, Mexico. Annual tuition runs $7,886-$13,743; total annual cost reaches roughly $12,315 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. It serves students aged Ages 3 to 18.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at Modern American School.
- Tuition: $7,886–$13,743/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at KG2: 7:50 KG3 - G5: 7:20 G6 - G12: 7:00.
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About Modern American School
The Modern American School was founded by Mrs. María Vilchis Barroso de Rodríguez, teacher, and her husband Mr. Javier Rodríguez Rodríguez. The school was established with very clear and sound principles which endure to this day. It was to be a mixed, secular and bilingual institution.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Educational psychologist available
Not published
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,886 – $13,743 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | Mex 138000-Mex 240500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,315(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,815 |
| Cost position in Mexico City | 60th percentile(above average) |
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KG2: 7:50 KG3 - G5: 7:20 G6 - G12: 7:00 – KG2: 13:15 KG3: 13:55 G1 - G5: 14:10 G6 - G12: 14:30
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