The Casco School vs The Oxford School

	T The Casco School Panama City, Panama	T The Oxford School Panama City, Panama
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $5,220 - 10,647	Fees / year $3,217 - 5,765
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 450	Pupils 900
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 26
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 2018	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Panama City, Panama, with two campuses in Albrook and Costa del Este.	Location The Oxford School operates four branches in Panama: Edison Park – Vía Transístmica, Panama City (Edison Park, Urbanización Edison Park, Edificio The Oxford School, next to Cervecería Nacional); Paseo del Norte – Brisas del Golf; Azuero – Corpus Christi, Vía Principal; and Santiago – Nuevo Santiago, Veraguas. The Edison Park branch sits on Vía Transístmica in Panama City, near major routes and the Cervecería Nacional. The other campuses are in Brisas del Golf (Paseo del Norte), Corpus Christi (Azuero) and Nuevo Santiago (Santiago).
Stages	Stages Pre-School, Primary School, Middle School and High School (Albrook); Pre-School and Primary School (Costa del Este).	Stages —
School type	School type Private bilingual international school (British curriculum).	School type British international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support One-to-one language support for students needing extra help with English or Spanish.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Panama	Country affiliation England (National Curriculum of England)
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School day runs 7:30 am–5:00 pm; classes typically 8:30 am–3:00 pm; younger children may have half-day options until 12:00 pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Yes, a transportation company provides routes throughout the city.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and one‑off fees - Enrollment fee (one‑time, payable at enrollment): - Non‑sponsored families — Reception & Primary / Pre‑School: USD 1,389.00. Middle & High School: USD 1,492.00. - Sponsored families — all levels: USD 1,543.00. - Minimum capital donation (one‑time on admission): USD 2,500.00 (applies to new student admissions). Tuition fees by year group and billing frequency - Non‑sponsored families (monthly fee; billed as 10 instalments per year): - Half Day (Pre‑school): Monthly USD 522.00 — equivalent to Annual USD 5,220.00; per academic term (annual ÷ 3) USD 1,740.00. - Full Day (Reception & Primary): Monthly USD 799.00 — equivalent to Annual USD 7,990.00; per academic term USD 2,663.33. - Middle & High School: Monthly USD 905.00 — equivalent to Annual USD 9,050.00; per academic term USD 3,016.67. - Sponsored families (annual tuition; may be paid annually or by term — Term 1, Term 2, Term 3): - Half Day (Pre‑school): Annual USD 5,586.00 — per term USD 1,862.00. - Full Day (Reception & Primary): Annual USD 9,051.00 — per term USD 3,017.00. - Middle & High School: Annual USD 10,647.00 — per term USD 3,549.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Non‑sponsored families: tuition is set as a monthly fee and billed in 10 instalments per academic year. Parents complete enrollment by settling required fees and signing the school contract. - Sponsored families: may choose to pay the tuition annually or by the three academic terms (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3). - Discounts: a 5% discount is applied for full‑year payments made before July 31; a family discount of 5% applies to the enrollment fee invoice for the youngest child when three or more children attend. Boarding fees - The school operates as a day school; there are no boarding programmes and therefore no boarding fees. Other costs and recurring extras - Uniforms: the school does not use a uniform; school T‑shirts for trips, sports, and events are available for purchase. - Materials and supplies: the enrollment fee is stated to cover necessary supplies and materials for the full academic year. - Extracurricular activities, after‑school clubs, special events, and trips may carry separate charges; these are additional to tuition and one‑off fees. Refund information - No specific public refund policy for enrollment fees, capital donation, or tuition refunds is published on the school's publicly posted admissions/fees material. The enrollment fee is described as covering supplies and materials; the capital donation is listed as a required one‑time payment. Fee payment options - Publicly listed billing options: non‑sponsored billing is by 10 instalments (monthly fee basis); sponsored families may pay annually or by the three academic terms. No detailed list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, specific card payments, or online payment portal) is published in the school's publicly posted admissions/fees material.	Fee details Application fees - One-time enrollment/registration payment is required at contract signing. A one-time incorporation/registration fee of USD 1,035 has been listed in school listings. Tuition fees — yearly and per term (by year group) - PK1 – PK3: USD 3,216.51 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,072.17. - Kindergarten: USD 3,799.62 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,266.54. - 1st – 5th grade: USD 4,204.04 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,401.35. - 6th – 8th grade: USD 4,796.55 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,598.85. - 9th – 10th grade: USD 5,088.11 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,696.04. - 11th – 12th grade: USD 5,765.27 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,921.76. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school follows an academic calendar split into three terms across the school year; tuition figures above are presented on an annual basis and can be divided into three term payments to align with the school terms. Exact billing dates, due-dates, and late-payment terms are handled at enrollment and on the school contract. Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed. The Oxford School operates multiple day-school campuses; no boarding or residential program fees are publicly indicated. Other costs and fees (uniforms, materials, transport, extracurriculars, capital fees, etc.) - Specific amounts for uniforms, transport, meals, extracurricular activity fees, capital/maintenance contributions, exam fees, and textbook charges are not listed alongside the published tuition figures. Historical listings have shown separate monthly/annual components for some campuses, but itemized current amounts for these additional items are not publicly posted. Refund information - A school refund policy or specific refund terms for tuition, enrollment, or deposits is not publicly posted with the tuition figures. Refund and cancellation terms are governed by the school contract signed at enrollment. Fee payment options - The school's standard accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, local payment channels) are not listed alongside the published fee amounts. Payment method details are provided in enrollment paperwork and at the time of contract signing. Notes for parents (concise) - Tuition figures are presented above by academic level and show annual and per-term amounts (school year split in three terms). Enrollment requires an initial enrollment/registration payment and execution of a school contract that sets billing dates and payment terms. Itemized charges for uniforms, transport, meals, extracurricular activities, and any capital or maintenance contributions are not published with the tuition schedule and should be confirmed at enrollment.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Casco School uses a British Curriculum foundation for its bilingual education. Curricula include the National Primary Curriculum of England & Wales; EYFS; MEDUCA; and IB Certification. In Middle and High School, Years 10-11 follow the Cambridge IGCSE, with Years 11-13 focused on college planning. The Casco School operates two campuses, Albrook and Costa del Este, with instruction in English and Spanish.	Curriculum details —
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Teacher to pupil ratio is 1:10; a maximum of 20 students per class with two teachers (one English-speaking and one Spanish-speaking).	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression In Years 11-13, students participate in college planning, attend local college fairs and meet representatives from colleges and universities throughout the school year.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Inquiry and age placement. The Casco School welcomes inquiries year-round. Enrollment follows MEDUCA age placement regulations: Pre Nursery 2 years old before September 1; Nursery 3 years old before September 1; Reception 4 years old before September 1; Year 1 5 years old before September 1. For students transferring from a local calendar that runs March to December to The Casco School, January enrollments are placed in the grade completed in December, and August enrollments join the grade they are currently attending. Families can request a brochure by inquiry and arrange a tour or information session. 2. Tours and information sessions. On-campus tours are offered at Costa del Este and Albrook campuses, and virtual information sessions are available. These visits provide an opportunity to connect with the community and learn about The Casco School's distinctive educational approach. They help families understand the program and facilities. 3. Application. For Panama-based students, a taster day is arranged to experience a regular school day. For international applicants, a virtual family meeting is arranged to get to know the child and support a smooth transition. This stage initiates the formal application process. 4. Enrollment. About one week after the taster day, families receive the official welcome letter. To complete enrollment, parents must settle the fees, sign the school contract, and submit the required documents. The enrollment process formalizes the student's placement for the upcoming term. Further instructions are provided with the welcome letter. 5. Required documents and MEDUCA validation. All students enrolling from Year 2 to Secondary must validate their abroad records with a MEDUCA validation letter. Validation is not required for Preschool, Year 1, or Year 2. The validation process includes providing original records or transcripts, having them apostilled or authenticated, and bringing copies of passport and birth certificate; translations to Spanish are required, and documents are presented to MEDUCA for accreditation. 6. FAQ and curriculum. The Casco School serves Preschool through Year 13. The British curriculum is followed: EYFS in Preschool, National Curriculum of England in Primary, and Cambridge secondary curriculum in Secondary. The school offers extracurricular activities and maintains a 1:11 student–teacher ratio. There is no school uniform; a dress code applies, and school t-shirts may be worn for trips and events.	Admissions The Admission Officer will arrange an appointment for the child to undergo a psychological evaluation for children aged 5 years and up.
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