The Wingate School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$10K - US$18K
Curriculum: British · IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~600
Location: Huixquilucan, Mexico City
Updated April 2026
In Brief
A younger British school with a serious campus and genuinely small classes. Right for families in Interlomas, Huixquilucan or Santa Fe who want British-Cambridge-IB in a values-led environment. Not the choice if you need easy access from central CDMX.
The Wingate School opened in 2016 in Huixquilucan on a 40,000+ sq m campus - the largest of the three schools here. It follows a British curriculum (Cambridge International, IEYC, IPC) through to IB Diploma and is now part of the Inspired Education group. Class sizes average 20 with a maximum of 24, and teaching assistants are in place throughout primary. With 521 students from 35 nationalities, it's smaller than ASF or Greengates, which families describe as an asset: teachers know children individually.
Founders Tom Wingate led the school for its first ten years; Elena Casas took over as Head Teacher in 2025. The school has built a solid reputation for pastoral care and character education. Fees include most school supplies, academic books and one extracurricular activity from Primary onwards - a meaningful inclusion compared to other schools where these are charged separately. IB and IGCSE exam fees are included in tuition.
The Huixquilucan location is genuinely inconvenient for families in Roma, Condesa, Polanco or anywhere south of Reforma. If you are in Santa Fe, Interlomas or Lomas de Vista Hermosa, it works well. A thread on r/Internationalteachers noted that salaries are less competitive than at larger schools - worth asking about teacher retention at the interview stage. The school describes itself as a non-profit with a charitable ethos.
What parents value
- –Largest campus in the three-school comparison, with strong sports and arts facilities. Genuine small classes (20 average, 24 max) with teaching assistants. Fees include books, supplies and one extracurricular activity.
- –British-Cambridge pathway through to IB Diploma. Values and character education embedded throughout. Part of Inspired Education global network from 2024.
Points of consideration
- –Huixquilucan location makes it impractical for families based in central, south or east Mexico City. Confirm you can manage the daily commute before applying.
- –Younger school with a smaller alumni network than ASF or Greengates. Ask about staff retention and what the transition to new headship has looked like in practice.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kinder 1 | 3 | NaN |
| Kinder 2 | 4 | NaN |
| Kinder 3 | 5 | NaN |
| Primary 1 | 6 | NaN |
| Primary 2 | 7 | NaN |
| Primary 3 | 8 | NaN |
| Primary 4 | 9 | NaN |
| Primary 5 | 10 | NaN |
| Form 1 | 11 | NaN |
| Form 2 | 12 | NaN |
| Form 3 | 13 | NaN |
| IGCSE 1 | 14 | NaN |
| IGCSE 2 | 15 | NaN |
| IB Diploma 1 | 16 | NaN |
| IB Diploma 2 | 17 | NaN |
Fees converted from MXN. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Educational Guarantee (Kinder) | NaN |
| Admissions Fee (new students) | NaN |
Academic Results
The Wingate School follows Cambridge International (IGCSE) and the IB Diploma Programme. The school is accredited as a Cambridge International School and is an IB World School. IGCSE exam fees are included in tuition from 2025.
External assessments are integrated with IEYC and IPC frameworks in primary. Secondary students prepare for IGCSE in Years 10-11, with IB Diploma in Years 12-13. ISTE standards guide technology use across the curriculum.
From school website and International Schools Database profile., 2025
Extra Curriculars
Facilities: Two libraries · Science lab · Music rooms · Two cafeterias · Dance studio · Art room · Multipurpose court · Volleyball court · Artificial grass pitch · Indoor multi-purpose room
School hours are 8am to 2:45pm, with extracurricular activities running to 4:10pm. Activities include arts and crafts, debate, football, taekwondo, cricket, Irish dancing, robotics, orchestra, basketball, chess and LEGO robotics. From Primary onwards, one activity is included in the tuition fee.
Uniform is required. Optional school bus service and optional lunches are available but charged separately. Saturday and holiday camps are offered.
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
521 students from 35 nationalities. The ratio is approximately 20% locally-born Mexican, 20% fully international and 60% dual nationals (one Mexican parent and one foreign parent). Average class size is 20; maximum 24.
The school notes it supports mild special educational needs through psychology support, IEP provision and external therapist partnerships. English Language Support is not listed - check with admissions if your child is not yet fluent in English.
Leadership
Elena Casas
Head Teacher since 2025, succeeding founder Tom Wingate who led the school for its first 10 years.