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Centro Escolar Picacho (Picacho McGregor School) is a private bilingual school located in San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur. It serves preschool and elementary students through a Spanish–English educational model designed for families seeking strong academics, values-based education, and a multicultural learning environment.
The school is located along Carretera Federal Benito Juárez in San José del Cabo, making it accessible from both San José and the Cabo San Lucas corridor. Families relocating from the U.S. often consider this location convenient for daily commuting and community integration.
With more than three decades of experience, Centro Escolar Picacho has developed a reputation for combining academic structure with character development. Its mission centers on forming responsible, globally minded students through bilingual education and values-based instruction.
The school follows a bilingual Spanish–English model focused on academic rigor, personalized learning, social-emotional development, and the integration of technology in the classroom. This approach is designed to support both local and international students.
Preschool: Early childhood education focuses on foundational skills, language development, social interaction, and emotional growth in both Spanish and English.
Elementary: The elementary program builds on core academics including language, mathematics, science, arts, and social studies while continuing bilingual fluency.
Is the school fully bilingual?
Yes. Instruction is delivered in both Spanish and English.
Which grade levels does the school offer?
Preschool and elementary.
Who typically attends the school?
The student body includes both local Mexican families and international families relocating to Los Cabos.
Address: Carretera Federal Benito Juárez Km 24.8, San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur
Phone: (624) 144-5595 / (624) 142-1998
Website: https://cepicacho.edu.mx
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