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Nationalities
| Number of students |
760 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
44 |
| Most common nationality |
Mexican |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:1 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French, Korean |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
For preschool |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Projectors, televisions, computers, programs and platforms |
| 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) |
We are ready for distance learning for specific circumstances. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
MAP, IB Exams |
| Results in these examinations |
Above average. Our students tend to score above the US norm in MAPs for 9-11th grades. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
About 15 minutes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
95% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes. |
| Learning support offered |
We have a Student Support Department that provides IEPs, makes accommodations and modifications, and offer emotional support to students and staff. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We use Universal Design for Learning to plan challenging learning experiences. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We provide psychological screening and apply a MAP exam for English proficiency. |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Open enrollment yearlong |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
7:30 am |
| School finish time |
3:15 am |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Afterschool services are provided |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Soccer, basketball, volleyball, swimming, drama, and MUN. |
| Sports activities included |
P.E. and Swimming classes are offered all year long. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
We participate in ASOMEX (intramural) events against other American schools in Mexico. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Libraries, an outdoor amphitheater, Chemistry Lab, Physics Lab, Biology Lab, Design Room, Visual Arts room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Soccer Pitch, Swimming Pool, Basketball courts, Gymnasium |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Westhill Institute is the leading premier inclusive American school in Mexico. Westhill was established more than 30 years ago with the vision and mission to offer an inclusive and immersive education for every child, no matter their needs. With over 53% of the student body composed of learners from more than 44 distinct countries, Westhill can be considered one of the most multicultural academic institutions in all of Mexico. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Teachers at Westhill follow a constructivist approach to education through the IB curricular models. |