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Nationalities
Number of students |
1100 |
Most common nationality |
Mexican |
Ratio of local students to international students |
10:1 |
Languages
Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
No |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
No.
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Additional language classes offered by the school |
French |
Classroom
Max. number of students per class |
27 |
Average number of students per class |
22 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
To enhance learning.
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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) |
Yes |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Yes |
Academics
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma
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Results in these examinations |
Above global average passing rate in Diploma programme.
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Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
No |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% access their first choice University in Mexico or abroad. Approximately, 30% study abroad and are able to select since they get accepted in multiple universities. Students can opt for a 'gap year' but they do have an university offer. |
Student support
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The school has a psychopedagogy department that supports both socio-emotional needs and learning challenges, while also providing tools for teachers. A professional development programme is in place for teaching staff to ensure effective support for students and to address individual needs. Our aim is to enrich and enhance accessibility to learning, as the school transitions towards a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approach. |
Learning support offered |
The school has a psychopedagogy department that supports both socio-emotional needs and learning challenges, while also providing tools for teachers. A professional development programme is in place for teaching staff to ensure effective support for students and to address individual needs. Our aim is to enrich and enhance accessibility to learning, as the school transitions towards a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approach. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The school has a psychopedagogy department that supports both socio-emotional needs and learning challenges, while also providing tools for teachers. A professional development programme is in place for teaching staff to ensure effective support for students and to address individual needs. Our aim is to enrich and enhance accessibility to learning, as the school transitions towards a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approach. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
Waiting list |
No |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
August |
Students can join after academic year begins |
We are able to accept enrolments throughout the year, subject to availability in the respective grade level. |
School day
School start time |
7 am |
School finish time |
2:10 pm |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Robotics, Chess, Art lab, Musical comedy, Crossfit, Karate, Cheerleading, Soccer, Yoga, Basketball, tiny dancers, Food and technology, Fitness training, creative hands, Zumba. Formula 1 |
Sports activities included |
Football, volleyball, basketball |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Cheerleading |
Facilities
Facilities at the school |
Science labs, technology labs, auditoriums, art room, coding room, digital design room, library, STEAM areas, green areas, multipurpose rooms. |
Sports facilities at the school |
Gym, climbing wall. |
About the school
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
At Instituto Educativo Olinca, we are proud to be Mexico’s first IB school, seamlessly integrating the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, and Diploma) with the Cambridge International curriculum to serve children aged 1.5 to 19. As the pioneering Cambridge Early Years Center in Mexico, we lay a strong foundation through play-based learning, fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking from an early age. This approach not only promotes holistic development but also prepares our students to excel academically and socially as they advance through their educational journey.
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Teaching approach of the school |
Our approach to teaching at Instituto Educativo Olinca is rooted in inquiry-based and constructivist methodologies, fostering curiosity and critical thinking. We integrate the IB continuum with the Cambridge International curriculum, emphasizing bilingual education (English-Spanish) and holistic development. This approach prepares students to excel academically while nurturing socio-emotional skills and global citizenship. |