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Panama offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
Compare 5 international schools in Panama. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 9,130), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Casco School is a private bilingual international school in Panama City serving ages 2 to 18 with a British curriculum foundation and English–Spanish instruction. The school offers EYFS, the National Primary Curriculum of England & Wales, Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma programme in the final years, alongside a bespoke curriculum tailored to bilingual learners. It operates across two campuses, Albrook and Costa del Este, with dedicated grade classrooms, libraries, music and arts spaces and outdoor facilities including sports fields. Students benefit from a strong language program and one-to-one language support when needed. The Casco School runs extensive after‑school clubs in sports, arts, technology and academics, and hosts signature events such as STEAM Week and Entrepreneurial Week, plus the O2O University Fair and a robust wellbeing program based on the Jigsaw framework. Established in 2018, the school emphasizes cultural exchange, inclusive community and student-led projects for growth.
King's College The British School of Panama (KCSP) provides a British international education for ages 2 to 18. The school follows the UK National Curriculum with IGCSE examinations and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in the sixth form, while integrating elements of the Reggio Emilia approach and Cambridge practice within a multi-curriculum framework. Instruction is in English with full immersion; French is offered as an option and Panamanian studies are integrated where required. The curriculum is delivered across Key Stages 3–5 by subject specialists, with High Performance Learning embedded across KS3. The campus is in Clayton beside the rainforest, relocated in 2023 with updated facilities including EYFS, art studio, libraries, three science labs, ICT room, music and dance spaces, and air-conditioned classrooms. KCSP earned HPL accreditation and Outstanding British Schools Overseas inspection in 2023, with first IB graduation that year and first cohort of founding students graduating in 2024.
Casco School is a private bilingual international school in Panama City serving ages 2 to 18 with a British curriculum foundation and English–Spanish instruction. The school offers EYFS, the National Primary Curriculum of England & Wales, Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma programme in the final years, alongside a bespoke curriculum tailored to bilingual learners. It operates across two campuses, Albrook and Costa del Este, with dedicated grade classrooms, libraries, music and arts spaces and outdoor facilities including sports fields. Students benefit from a strong language program and one-to-one language support when needed. The Casco School runs extensive after‑school clubs in sports, arts, technology and academics, and hosts signature events such as STEAM Week and Entrepreneurial Week, plus the O2O University Fair and a robust wellbeing program based on the Jigsaw framework. Established in 2018, the school emphasizes cultural exchange, inclusive community and student-led projects for growth.
The Oxford School is a British international school in Panama serving students aged 3 to 18. It follows the National Curriculum of England and Cambridge International Examinations, with Cambridge assessments embedded in everyday learning. Established in 1984, it operates six branches across Panama—Edison Park, Paseo del Norte, Azuero, Santiago, David and Costa Verde—and enrols more than 3,000 pupils from diverse nationalities. The school provides a consistent curriculum, strong English-language development, and pathways to Cambridge qualifications within a Panamanian context. Drama forms part of the arts offering, while Go English supports language development and a Debate Club builds speaking skills. A House System fosters teamwork and leadership, and sport, physical education and outdoor activities promote fitness and wellbeing. Notable opportunities include the Concurso Nacional de Oratoria, where students have achieved top honours, offering a platform to showcase communication and leadership on regional stages. The school fosters community and parent partnerships throughout.
United School of Panama (USP) offers an American and British curriculum within a multicultural community. It provides a trilingual program in English, Spanish, and Mandarin. The school follows the Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, and is accredited by Panama's MEDUCA. Language Arts uses National Geographic Learning and project-based instruction; Mathematics uses the i-Ready diagnostic program; Science aligns with NGSS through National Geographic Exploring Science and MindTap. Mandarin is taught in five phases with cultural context, while Spanish follows Panamanian standards to develop grammar, writing, reading, and vocabulary. Social Studies emphasizes Panamanian culture and global citizenship. The campus is modern, with open spaces for sport and convenient access to Panama City. Technology is integrated across the curriculum, with iPads and MacBooks in classrooms, MindTap resources, and i-Ready differentiation. USP is moving toward Apple Distinguished School status, reflecting ongoing investment in digital learning. The school welcomes international families.
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