As an international American school located in Mexico City, Westhill Institute is uniquely qualified to meet the academic needs of students from many countries and cultures. The American curriculum is patterned after and aligned with the Common Core State Standards framework from the United States in English language arts and mathematics. Our advanced laboratory science programs, in all grade levels, are grounded in the Next Generation Science Standards while the Massachusetts Academic Framework for Social Studies rounds out the history, government, and global politics dimension of our curriculum.
The world is changing faster than we can imagine. Success in the 21st century requires a world-class education focused on inquiry-based learning skills and an international curriculum. As one of only 13 schools in Mexico with three international Baccalaureate Programs, our graduates are competitively prepared for universities world-wide
MISSION:
Westhill Institute inspires students to become critical thinkers and lifelong learners by developing ethical values and by transferring their knowledge in an inclusive learning environment to responsibly impact their community.
VISION:
Our vision is to inspire students to be contributing leaders in a rapidly changing, globalized world by developing intercultural understanding.
Westhill Day
1 septiembre, 1992
Because Westhill students come from a multitude of ethnic, cultural, and religious heritages, our school began a tradition of coming together to celebrate the diversity of cultures that exist at Westhill Institute with an international fair.
TAAPS Accreditation
1 enero, 1994
Westhill Institute became the first international school to be accredited by TAAPS. (Above: TAAPS Board of directors during the certification process).
SACS Accreditation
1 enero, 1996
Westhill Institute was the youngest institution ever to be accredited in 100-year history of SACS. As a result of this prestigious international accreditation, courses successfully completed by Westhill students are transferable to any school in the USA as well as
New Campus, High School & University
25 agosto, 1997
Due to increased enrollment, on August 25th, 1997, Westhill Institute’s high school facilities expanded to share accommodations with Westhill University in the Santa Fe section of Mexico City
New Campus, Westhill Institute Santa Fe
1 septiembre, 2002
In the fall of 2002, Westhill inaugurated its new Santa Fe Campus designed to accommodate more than 630 kinder, elementary, and high school students. These two beautiful new buildings enabled the Institute to expand as independent facilities from Westhill University.
Westhill Day
15 abril, 2003
Because Westhill students come from a multitude of ethnic, cultural, and religious heritages, our school began a tradition of coming together to celebrate the diversity of cultures that exist at Westhill Institute with an international fair.
SACS & Advanced Accreditation Renewed
22 febrero, 2010
In 2010, Westhill Institute was re-accredited by SACS/AdvancED in order to demonstrate Westhill’s commitment to quality educational programs. Every aspect of school life from curriculum to athletic activities was reviewed by SACS/AdvancED professional accreditors to be in compliance with all
IB Accreditation
22 octubre, 2010
In 2010, Westhill was authorized to deliver the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for students in grades 11 and 12.
IB Diploma Program
1 mayo, 2011
IB Diploma Program In the fall of 2011, the IB Diploma Program was fully implemented with first exams taking place in May of 2013.
IB Primary Years Program
1 septiembre, 2014
The IB Primary Years Program was authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization at both the Carpatos and Santa Fe campuses. Students in grades Pre-K to 5 participate in this program.
IB Middle Years Program
1 septiembre, 2016
The IB Middle Years Program for students in grades 6 to 10 was reviewed and authorized for the first time by the International Baccalaureate Organization at the Santa Fe Middle and High School campus.
SAIS Accreditation
1 octubre, 2016
The Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) accredited Westhill Institute as an international American school in compliance with all international and American school quality standards for excellence in education. This accreditation carried with it the re-accreditation by SACS/AdvancED.
29 Years of Global Education
1 septiembre, 2021
Westhill celebrates 29 years providing learning opportunities for all academic levels, cultural backgrounds and educational needs. With professionally trained teachers and customized social and academic programs. Westhill classrooms are a challenge, safe havens for children from all walks of life.
