Compare International Schools in David, Panama

Instructs in English

Fees $3,217 - 5,765

Pupils 3000

Type Co-educational

Located in Urbanización La Riviera, The Oxford School is a co-educational British international school in David, Chiriquí, Panama. The campus offers Cambridge International Examinations framework, with Cambridge Primary in English, Mathematics, Science and ICT, plus First Language English and ESL programs. In Middle School, the Lower Secondary Cambridge curriculum covers core subjects, while High School offers IGCSE in grades 9–10 and AS/A Levels in grades 11–12, with streams in Science, Commerce and Arts. Cambridge assessments are administered at The Oxford School Cambridge Center and sent to Cambridge, England for grading. Founded in 1984, it now operates campuses including Edison Park in Panama City, Santiago, La Villa de Azuero, Chiriquí and Paseo Del Norte, delivering Cambridge education year-round. An extensive after-school program features clubs such as robotics, chess, taekwondo, and art, taught by certified trainers. Mandarin is offered, and leadership through a House System reinforces teamwork and citizenship for students' futures.

Location

The Oxford School David is located in Urbanización La Riviera, David, Chiriquí, Panama. The campus sits along Via Querévalo and is entered from Condado del Sur. The school is a nationwide branch of The Oxford School.

Stages

PreKinder to Grade Twelve

Type

Co-educational British international school

Country affiliation

The school follows a British education model in Panama.

Application / Enrollment Fee
- One-time incorporation/registration (enrollment) payment: USD 1,035.

Tuition fees by year group (amount per year and per term)
- 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 academic year is billed across three school terms; tuition may be paid as three termly installments corresponding to those terms. Exact due dates, late‑payment penalties, and any installment arrangements are specified in the school's enrollment contract and tuition schedule at registration.

Boarding fees
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed; the campus operates as a day school.

Other costs and fees
- Uniforms and school materials: billed separately; a House System uniform or House T‑shirt is required for certain activities.
- Meals (cafeteria/food service): optional or contracted separately and billed in addition to tuition.
- Transportation (school bus), after‑school activities, exam fees, textbooks and consumable materials: charged separately where applicable.
- Capital, maintenance, or other one‑time charges (if applied): itemised on the school's tuition schedule and enrollment contract.

Refund and cancellation terms
- Enrollment and reservation payments are non‑refundable once paid; cancellation, withdrawal and any prorating of tuition are governed by the enrollment contract and the published tuition schedule. Specific refund conditions, deadlines, and cancellation fees are set out in the contract signed at enrollment.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods include direct payment at the bank, electronic wire transfer (ACH), and credit/debit card (POS) at the school. Bank details, accepted instruments, and any administrative fees for card payments or international transfers are provided in the school's tuition schedule and enrollment paperwork. Installment and payment plan options (if offered) are included in the enrollment contract.

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Academia Internacional Boquete

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupils 200

Type Co-educational

Academia Internacional Boquete is a bilingual, STEAM‑focused school in Panama serving preschool through secondary. The Bespoke Curriculum blends Spanish and English instruction with an emphasis on science, technology, entrepreneurship, and leadership. In the grades, students can pursue a Bachiller en Ciencias (Science Bachiller) while benefiting from Biology and Chemistry laboratories and a Technology Laboratory designed for hands‑on inquiry. The Boquete campus combines two buildings in a natural setting, featuring bioclimatic architecture, rainwater harvesting, recycled materials, and 24‑hour security. Academically and culturally, the school supports multilingual communication within a community. Extracurriculars include Arts and Creative offerings (art across all levels, theatre for primary and secondary, a band program, and chess) and Social and Hobbies activities (debate, sports). A strength is leadership development through Grupo Academia Internacional, which forms bilingual leaders from age 4 and emphasizes values, innovation, and environmental respect. The program encourages community engagement and preparing students to contribute globally.

Location

Boquete and David in Chiriquí, Panama; campuses in Boquete, El Francés, and David.

Stages

Preschool, Primary, Middle School, and High School with a Science Baccalaureate.

Type

Bilingual education; STEAM-focused program; leadership; robotics; entrepreneurship.

Country affiliation

Panama

Application / registration fee (Matrícula)
- Pre‑Kínder / Kínder: PAB 360.00.
- Primary (Grades I–VI): PAB 385.00.
- Pre‑media (Grades VII–IX): Grade VII PAB 435.00; Grade VIII PAB 435.00; Grade IX PAB 495.00 (average PAB 455.00).
- Media / Bachillerato (Grades X–XII): Grade X PAB 435.00; Grade XI PAB 435.00; Grade XII PAB 525.00 (average PAB 465.00).

Tuition (Anualidad) — annual amount by school level and equivalent monthly installment (10 payments)
- Pre‑school (Pre‑Kínder / Kínder): PAB 1,950.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 195.00 per monthly installment (anualidad divided into 10).
- Primary (Grades I–VI): PAB 2,100.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 210.00 per monthly installment.
- Pre‑media (Grades VII–IX): PAB 2,250.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 225.00 per monthly installment.
- Media / Bachillerato (Grades X–XII): PAB 2,600.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 260.00 per monthly installment.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school charges the annual tuition as a single annual amount that is customarily divided for parents into ten (10) equal monthly installments. Installments are payable during the first five (5) days of each month.
- Late payment: a surcharge may be applied for late payments up to a maximum of 10% of the overdue monthly installment or registration fee. Notices are issued after 30 and 45 days of arrears; continued nonpayment may lead to suspension of educational services.
- The registration (matrícula) is a fixed, non‑refundable payment and is paid at the time of enrollment. The registration covers a set of specific items (see next section).

Boarding / accommodation
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are published for the Boquete campus. Daily schedule and campus descriptions reflect day‑school operation.

Other costs and what the registration fee covers
- Items included in the registration package (charged at enrollment) include: registration itself, accident insurance, laboratory/informatics fee, maintenance and stationery, didactic materials, audiovisual charges, psychological testing (where required), and a parents' association fee. These components form the standard enrollment charge.
- Uniform: the school requires use of the school uniform and enforces uniform rules; uniform cost is not itemized in published materials.
- Transport (school bus), extracurricular activity fees, exam fees beyond standard testing, and specific textbook or supply costs are not published as fixed amounts in the publicly available materials; these items may be charged separately when applicable. The school's rules reference conduct on school transport but do not publish a fixed transport fee.

Refund and withdrawal policy
- Registration fee: non‑refundable under any circumstance.
- If a student is withdrawn before the end of the school year, any annual tuition that was paid in advance will be prorated and refunded for the unused portion. However, the guardian must cover the full tuition cost for the trimester in which the student is withdrawn. Academic records or accreditation documents are withheld until outstanding balances are settled.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other methods)
- Published school materials and the school's admissions documentation do not list specific accepted payment instruments (for example, a published list of credit cards, online payment processors, or bank account details). Parents are expected to use the school's established channels for payment; formal payment method details are managed by the school finance office. No explicit public listing of acceptance of credit cards, bank transfers, or other methods was found in the school admissions pages or in the institution's internal rules.

Notes for parents (practical summary)
- Expect two separate charges at enrollment: the registration package (one‑time, non‑refundable) and the annual tuition. The annual tuition is commonly paid as 10 monthly installments, due within the first five days of each month. If payments become overdue, expect written notices, possible late surcharges (up to 10%), and possible suspension of services after prolonged arrears. Uniforms and some consumable materials are required but their cost is not listed as a fixed school charge. The school does not publish boarding fees because the Boquete campus operates as a day school.

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Saint Joseph Salesian School

Instructs in English, Spanish

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Day School

Saint Joseph Salesian Academy is a Catholic educational institution in Panama City following the teachings of Don Bosco. The school serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through to the completion of High School. At the secondary level, students choose from three specialized tracks: Science, Commerce with a focus on Bilingual Accounting, or Humanities. These tracks allow students to focus their final years of study on specific career paths like engineering, business, or social sciences. The campus includes dedicated science laboratories, computer rooms, and sports fields for soccer and basketball. A central feature of the school is the Salesian Youth Movement, which integrates social service and leadership into the daily student experience. The school is also known for its musical tradition, maintaining a structured school band that performs at civic events. Education is delivered through a bilingual model, ensuring students develop proficiency in both Spanish and English for future university placement.

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