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Nationalities
| Number of students |
1883 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
+45 |
| Most common nationality |
Mexican |
Languages
| Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
Yes |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 to 20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
In Preschool, each classroom has a computer, printer and carefully selected educational software to reinforce Montessori material and other programs that correspond this level. Elementary, Middle and High school students have access to desktop computers, laptops and/or iPads in their classrooms and computer labs. Middle and High Schools have their One-To-One Laptop and One-to-One iPad programs with the goal of equipping all students with iMac laptops or iPads for use in class and at home, in order to give students the necessary technological tools that allow them to facilitate a robust academic program and the acquisition of the necessary competences to be successful in college. |
| 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) |
Absolutely, we have successfully migrated to distance and hybrid education. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework, even though it is given on a daily basis, should not be an excessive burden for students. The teachers of the various subjects coordinate to streamline homework assignments and make sure that students don’t have to spend more time than necessary to complete their work. |
Student support
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
In order to be admitted to the school, prospective students must complete an evaluation process that depends on their age and the grade they would be entering. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
The Peterson Schools have cafeterias and refreshment services at all four campuses. Preschool students are given a light lunch from a menu prepared by a nutritionist. |
| Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We have more than 15 extracurricular activities and Clubs in our 4 campuses. Like photography, reading, debate, chess, cooking, among others. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, science labs, design lab. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Lomas Campus: patio equipped with children's games, playground.
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About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Peterson Schools was founded in 1965 to create an educational community that inspires passion for learning and life. We currently have four campuses and more than 1,800 students ranging from preschool to high school. The Peterson Schools was the first bilingual Montessori preschool in Mexico and the first Google Reference School in Latin America. Our philosophy focuses on the development of the talents and abilities of our students through a holistic education and an innovative curriculum, incorporated by the educational authorities of Mexico, as well as accredited by agencies in the United States and UK. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Peterson's mission is to be the leading personalized, bilingual and multicultural school in Mexico City that prepares students to meet the global challenges of the 21st Century. |