Monterrey school enrollment 2027: key dates so you don't miss out

If your child will start preschool or elementary school in August 2027, September 2026 is the best time to begin. Private schools in Monterrey open their admissions processes months in advance, and the best groups fill up fast. This is the calendar that the most organized families follow.

1. September to November 2026: research and visit

This is open-house and school-fair season. Schedule guided visits at your 3 or 4 favorite options, ask everything (tuition, schedules, languages, values), and observe the atmosphere with your own judgment. This is also the time to ask other families for references.

2. December 2026 to February 2027: submit applications

Most schools open their application period between December and February. Although some accept applications year-round, applying early improves your chances of a spot and gives you access to more flexible interview times. Documents typically required:

• Child's birth certificate
• CURP of the child and parents (Mexican tax ID)
• Proof of address
• Report cards or certificate from the previous school (for elementary)
• Medical certificate and vaccination record
• Child-size photographs

3. January to March 2027: interviews and assessment

The school will invite you to a family interview and, depending on age, a child assessment. In preschool they are not looking for children who can already read: they evaluate maturity, language, and socialization. For elementary school, a basic placement test may be included. Go relaxed — the goal is to get to know the family, not to examine it.

4. March to April 2027: results and enrollment

Responses usually arrive between March and April. If accepted, securing the spot typically requires an initial payment and is handled on a first-confirmed basis — don't delay once you have decided.

5. Tips to secure a spot

Don't wait until "the last minute" assuming there is always room: bilingual preschool and first-grade groups in Monterrey are the first to fill up. Have your paperwork ready by December, respond promptly to school communications, and consider applying to more than one school as a backup.

Conclusion

Starting the process calmly in September makes the difference between choosing the school you truly want and settling for the one that had a spot left.

At Arxe International School, we are receiving applications for the 2027-2028 school year in preschool and elementary. Schedule your guided visit, tour the campus, and get all your admissions questions answered in one appointment.