The Edron Academy
Key Stats
Annual Fees: Contact school
Curriculum: British · IB
Age Range: 2-18
Students: ~1,040
Location: Álvaro Obregón, Mexico City
Updated April 2026
In Brief
The oldest British school in Mexico City and the only one run as a not-for-profit. If British-curriculum schooling in a genuinely bilingual environment matters to you more than facilities size, this is the one to look at closely.
The Edron Academy was founded in 1963 by British educators and has never been acquired by a group or chain. It operates as a non-profit A.C. (asociación civil), which means surpluses go back into the school rather than to shareholders. The result is a culture with a strong sense of mission - teachers describe it as purposeful rather than corporate. With around 1,040 students from a reported 12 nationalities, it is smaller and more locally rooted than Greengates, and the community reflects that: approximately 90% Mexican, 10% international.
The curriculum blends the UK National Curriculum with Mexico's SEP framework throughout primary, then transitions to IGCSE in Years 10-11 and IB Diploma in Years 12-13. Accreditation includes COBIS, BSO inspection (most recently 2023), IB World School status since 1995, and Cambridge IGCSE. The Desierto de los Leones campus sits in Álvaro Obregón - the same general direction as ASF but slightly further south-west, so the commute from Roma, Condesa or Polanco is comparable. Class sizes average 22, maximum 24, with teaching assistants throughout.
Fees are not published and must be requested from admissions. Third-party estimates put annual tuition in the range of MXN 100,000-180,000 depending on year group, which would make it mid-range by Mexico City international school standards. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available. Edron runs both an after-school programme (Edron+) and a school library. Ask about wait lists - some year groups are heavily subscribed.
What parents value
- –Not-for-profit structure with a 60-year track record. BSO-inspected and COBIS-accredited. IB World School since 1995 with IGCSE as the secondary exit qualification before Diploma.
- –Genuinely bilingual bicultural environment with native English and Spanish teachers at all levels. Duke of Edinburgh Award programme. Average class size of 22, max 24, with TAs throughout.
Points of consideration
- –At approximately 90% Mexican students, the social environment is more locally oriented than at Greengates or Eton School. International families should ask specifically how the school supports new students integrating at secondary level.
- –Fees are not publicly listed. Contact admissions directly for current figures. Demand is solid and some year groups have waiting lists - enquire early if your move to Mexico City is confirmed.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| All grades | 2-18 | NaN |
Fees converted from MXN. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
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Academic Results
The Edron Academy follows the UK National Curriculum in Kinder and Primary, blended with Mexico's SEP framework. Secondary offers IGCSE in Years 10-11 across English, Mathematics, Sciences, Spanish and a range of humanities subjects, followed by the full IB Diploma Programme in Years 12-13.
The school is an IB World School (authorised since 1995) and a Cambridge IGCSE centre. It holds COBIS accreditation and has been inspected by British Schools Overseas (most recently 2023). The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered. The school reports that 99% of graduates proceed to further education.
From Edron Academy website and International Schools Database profile., 2025
Extra Curriculars
Facilities: Library · IT lab · Science labs · Art rooms · Sports courts
School hours run from 7:30am (one of the earlier starts in the city). Supervised extended care is available before and after school. The Edron+ programme offers a range of afternoon clubs and enrichment activities. Only PE uniform is required - no formal dress code for academic sessions.
Extracurricular activities include football, karate, yoga, science club and arts. Competitive sport (football, volleyball, rugby) is offered at school team level. School lunches are available but charged separately. The school bus service covers several Mexico City zones.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Approximately 1,040 students from around 12 nationalities. The demographic is approximately 90% Mexican and 10% international families, making this one of the more locally-rooted international schools in the city. The school has operated in Mexico City since 1963 and has a multigenerational parent community.
Average class size is 22 with a maximum of 24 per class. Teaching assistants are present throughout. An Additional Student Needs (ASN) team supports students with IEPs, with approximately 10% of students on individual education plans. Language support for non-English and non-Spanish speakers is available.
Leadership
James Hughes
School Principal of The Edron Academy. Contact the school for current leadership details.