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Formus

Founded 1975

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender
Non-profitOwnership

Curriculum

Accreditations

FORMUS is a learning community that provides integral education from the early stages of formal schooling through a constructivist and humanistic pedagogical framework. It is recognized for its long-standing commitment to academic excellence and the development of student autonomy.

Teaching approach

The school is guided by a constructivist and humanistic approach, rooted in the psychogenetic theory of Jean Piaget. It emphasizes the development of intellectual and socio-moral autonomy, where students actively construct their own knowledge through action, reflection, and community interaction. The educational environment promotes freedom balanced with personal responsibility, respect for self and others, and a commitment to the environment.

Programmes

The school offers a comprehensive academic program from maternal through secondary levels, with official recognition from the Secretariat of Education of the State of Nuevo León for preschool, primary, and secondary grades. It is a certified International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, implementing the Middle Years Programme (MYP) since 2018. A core component of the curriculum is musical education, which focuses on the development of musicality as an integral part of the student's growth.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support
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Learning support

The school provides personalized accompaniment and a system for the early detection and monitoring of student needs. It utilizes specialized psychopedagogical support classrooms and establishes remedial strategies in close collaboration with parents to ensure effective learning and balanced intellectual and socio-moral development.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does Formus offer?
Formus offers IB MYP.
What accreditations does Formus hold?
Formus holds accreditations including IB.
Is Formus co-educational?
Formus is a co-ed school.
Where is Formus located?
Formus is an international school in Monterrey, Mexico.

Tuition & fees

This school publishes fees only on request — contact admissions for a current schedule.

Admissions

The admissions process begins with the submission of an online application form, followed by a WhatsApp inquiry to the school. The school then activates the application, confirms space availability, and invites families to an informative meeting with the leadership team. Separate application processes are available for new students and siblings.

Calendar

The school operates on an annual academic cycle, with specific information regarding the 2026-2027 cycle available through the school's administrative platforms.

Facilities

PlaygroundLibrarySports fieldGymnasiumArt roomMusic roomDining hallScience labs

About the campus

The campus features extensive facilities including specialized areas for preschool, primary, and secondary levels. These include multiple sports courts (football, basketball, and indoor/outdoor facilities), two gymnasiums, libraries, computer labs, science laboratories, art and music rooms, a dining hall, an infirmary, and a mariposario. The grounds also incorporate natural spaces such as a forest area and various play zones designed to foster exploration and connection with nature.

Co-curriculars

The school offers an extension school and various academies to complement the core academic program. These activities are designed to further the development of students outside of standard classroom hours.

  • Úrsula WerrenFundadora y Directora General

    Úrsula Werren is the founder and General Director of the school. She is credited with starting the school by teaching music to her children, family, and friends, and she continues to lead the institution's educational vision.