American Institute of Monterrey
International School in Monterrey
Quick answer
American Institute of Monterrey (AIM) serves 1,989 students from 26 nationalities aged 2 to 18 in Mexico's industrial capital. The school delivers a fully American curriculum from preschool through high school with US-style college preparation. Accredited by CIS and NEASC. Tuition $6,009-$13,932 per year — strong value for a large American school in northern Mexico, suiting US expat families on industrial-corridor assignments and Mexican families seeking US college pathways.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at American Institute of Monterrey.
- Tuition: $6,009–$13,932/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- 26 nationalities top: Mexican.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 7:50.
- Accreditations: CIS, NEASC verified.
1,989
26 (Mexican)
25 max
Rolling
CIS, NEASC
About American Institute of Monterrey
The American Institute of Monterrey is a leading private international school in Mexico offering an exemplary bilingual education for students aged 2 to 18 years old across three exceptional campuses. AIM is a proud member of Inspired the leading global group of premium schools, Inspired provides a premium education to 118 schools, 95,000+ students on 6 continents. Inspired utilises the best educational practices from every corner of the globe to ensure each student receives a first-class learning experience, from Kindergarten to Year 13. Students benefit from a robust, holistic, international curriculum formed around the Inspired three pillars of modern education: academic excellence, sports, and performing and creative arts, with dedicated, highly qualified specialist teachers who demonstrate Inspired's exemplary methodology. For more information visit: https://inspirededu.com/
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.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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) | $6,009 – $13,932 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | Mex 105150-Mex 243810 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,471(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $12,971 |
| Cost position in Monterrey | 43th percentile(mid-range) |
American
American High School Diploma Mexican Diploma
French, German
unknown
English and Spanish as Additional Language programs
7:50 – 13:10, 14:30 or 14:50 depending on the grade level.
Yes
AIM's menus are developed and supervised by a Nutrition Specialist and cater to special dietary requirements and allergies.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Monterrey
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Mexican
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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