Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about Instituto Thomas Jefferson Palomar? Check out our FAQs to find the answers you're seeking. If you can't find what you're looking for, we're here to assist - simply fill out the form on our inquire now page.

Guadalajara:

  • ITJ Palomar
  • ITJ Valle Real

Mexico City:

  • ITJ Santa Mónica
  • ITJ Zona Esmeralda  

Querétaro: 

  • ITJ Querétaro

Our bilingual school in Guadalajara offers SEP scholarships, which can be requested after having been at ITJ Palomar for one year.

At our international school in Guadalajara, Mexico, we provide an international education and are also accredited by SEP:

Initial Education: Agreement Number C20041401, C.C.T. 14PDI0128X

Preschool Education: Agreement Number J200414156, C.C.T. 14PJN1722Z

Primary Education: Agreement Number P20021404, C.C.T. 14PPR0185A

Secondary Education: Agreement Number SG20021407, C.C.T. 14PES0161K

High School: Agreement Number MSBG20041414, C.C.T. 14PBH0220G

NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) Accreditation: Founded in 1885, NEASC has a long tradition of improving schools across New England and over 85 countries worldwide. This globally recognized standard of excellence attests to a school’s high quality and integrity.

Membership in ASOMEX (Association of American Schools in Mexico): ASOMEX schools offer an American-style education in a bilingual and bicultural environment for students from Preschool through grade 12.

Part of International Schools Partnership - ISP: ISP is a global community of more than 100 international schools across 23 countries. It connects students worldwide through global learning opportunities.

Tri-Association of American Schools:

The Tri-Association is a non-profit organization, comprised of private, accredited, independent schools, offering an American-style education, and residing in three geographic regions (Central America, Mexico, Colombia, Caribbean).

The Tri-Association nurtures mutually supportive communities to transform learning.

From 1.2 years of age.

Preschool (Ages 1.2 – 6)

Elementary School (Ages 7 – 11)

Middle School (Ages 12 – 14)

High School (Ages 15 – 18)

At ITJ Palomar 80% of our subjects are taught in English, with Mandarin as a third language.

In High School, students can choose between German, Italian, or French as their third language.

Contact our Admissions team to schedule an appointment or a tour of our facilities:

Phone: +52 33 1253 3350

WhatsApp: +52 33 1858 7063

Ramal de La Tijera 1850-1753, La Tijera, Código Postal 45647, Jalisco, México

After School Program

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All students of the Institute, from K1 through 12th grade, can participate in extracurricular activities.

Enrollment dates will be announced through social media platforms and email.

Yes, each workshop has a limited number of spaces, which can be checked directly on the enrollment platform.

Visit this link to see the activity program: http://bit.ly/3V4hDR9 

To register, go to: https://bit.ly/4lvXsGE
Login credentials and passwords will be sent separately to each family via email.

Activities begin one week after classes resume, and schedules may vary depending on the activity.

These disciplines have a duration of 4 hours per week.

Athletics, Volleyball, Soccer, and Basketball have an annual registration fee of $500 MXN. This fee includes sports psychology support for athletes, parents, and coaches, aimed at strengthening both character and mindset.

  • K1 & K2: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
  • Pre-First, Elementary, Middle & High School: 3:00 – 4:00 pm
  • Soccer: 3:00 – 4:30 pm
  • Categories 14/15: dismissal at 5:00 pm
  • Categories 10, 11, 09, 08, 07, 06 & girls’ teams: 3:30 – 5:30 pm

Specific costs are detailed on the enrollment platform or can be consulted directly with the After School coordination team.

Accreditations