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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Ideal for overseas families, Colegio Isaac Rabin in Panama is a private day school serving ages 3–18. It combines a Jewish-Panamanian heritage with openness to all faiths, and is affiliated with the ORT network. Located in Ciudad del Saber, the school is the only Panama IB Continuum school with a national calendar and joined IB World Community in 2009 (PYP) and 2013 (MYP), offering the Diploma Programme as part of the continuum, as well as Cambridge IGCSE. The campus features a Resource Center with ArcGIS, Turnitin, and Esri Academy licenses to support cross-curricular learning, and a dedicated Sports Department inaugurated in 2022 offering soccer, tennis, swimming and volleyball. Signature programs include Sammy Bern Science Week, CIR Radio, and the David Robles Discussion Forum, plus a robust performing arts program (Orchestra, Primary Choir, Ballet) and extensive community service initiatives. Open Houses invite prospective families to explore facilities and programs.
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The Essentials
Colegio Isaac Rabin has 300 pupils, instruction in Spanish.
Location
Building 130, Ciudad del Saber, Panama City, Panama. Located on the Ciudad del Saber campus. The building address is Building 130, Ciudad del Saber, Panama, Republic of Panama.
Stages
Preschool; Elementary; Secondary.
Type
Private day school; Jewish-Panamanian identity; open to all faiths; affiliated with the ORT network; founding member of Ciudad del Saber.
Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 20 nationalities are represented; Panamanian identity is preserved.
Country affiliation
Panama
Religious affiliation
Judaism
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Fees
Application & Admission fees
- Admission (entry) assessment fees (paid when tests are required for first-time applicants): PREESCOLAR: USD 75.00; PRIMARIA: USD 125.00; SECUNDARIA: USD 150.00.
- One‑time admission (Cuota Única de Admisión), non‑refundable: NEW STUDENTS (first entry) USD 6,000.00; SIBLINGS of current/first‑entry students USD 5,500.00; CHILDREN OF FORMER STUDENTS USD 5,000.00. Payment of this one‑time admission fee is required to guarantee reservation of the place and is not refundable.
Tuition and registration fees by year group (amounts for the 2026 academic year; each line shows the registration total and the monthly tuition amount "Mensualidad")
- For STUDENTS OF FIRST ENTRY AND SIBLINGS (matrícula breakdown and mensualidad): - Parvulario (pre‑nursery): Total matrícula to pay B/. 1,390.00 — Mensualidad B/. 445.00. - PEP PreKinder: Total matrícula to pay B/. 1,750.00 — Mensualidad B/. 575.00. - PEP Kinder: Total matrícula to pay B/. 1,850.00 — Mensualidad B/. 575.00. - PEP 1°–5° (primary): Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,195.00 — Mensualidad B/. 660.00. - PAI 6°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,365.00 — Mensualidad B/. 670.00. - PAI 7°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,515.00 — Mensualidad B/. 745.00. - PAI 8°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,515.00 — Mensualidad B/. 745.00. - PAI 9°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,515.00 — Mensualidad B/. 745.00. - PAI 10°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,545.00 — Mensualidad B/. 760.00. - PAI 11°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,545.00 — Mensualidad B/. 845.00. - PAI 12°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,745.00 — Mensualidad B/. 845.00.
- For REGULAR STUDENTS (matrícula breakdown and mensualidad): - Parvulario: Total matrícula to pay B/. 1,390.00 — Mensualidad B/. 445.00. - PEP PreKinder: Total matrícula to pay B/. 1,750.00 — Mensualidad B/. 575.00. - PEP Kinder: Total matrícula to pay B/. 1,850.00 — Mensualidad B/. 575.00. - PEP 1°–5° (primary): Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,455.00 — Mensualidad B/. 660.00. - PAI 6°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,580.00 — Mensualidad B/. 670.00. - PAI 7°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,730.00 — Mensualidad B/. 745.00. - PAI 8°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,730.00 — Mensualidad B/. 745.00. - PAI 9°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,730.00 — Mensualidad B/. 745.00. - PAI 10°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,760.00 — Mensualidad B/. 760.00. - PAI 11°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,760.00 — Mensualidad B/. 845.00. - (PAI 12° appears with a separate breakdown in the schedule) PAI 12°: Total matrícula to pay B/. 2,745.00 — Mensualidad B/. 845.00.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual payment options: - Pay the full annual tuition at registration and receive a 5% discount on the annual amount if paid by February 1, 2026. - Or pay in ten (10) monthly installments: payments due within the first five (5) days of each month from March through November; the final installment for December must be paid before December 4, 2026. - A 5% monthly surcharge applies to outstanding matrícula/registration balances not paid as required; an account is considered delinquent if a monthly fee is unpaid after the first five days of the month. A rejected/declined credit‑card charge triggers notification and, if unresolved, a 10% surcharge on the outstanding amount.
- Mandatory one‑time infrastructure contribution: USD 200.00 per student (non‑refundable), payable at the start of the matrícula period. Parent Committee annual fee: USD 80.00 per family, payable during matrícula. Returned cheque administrative charge: USD 40.00.
Boarding fees
- The contractual fees and schedules list registration, monthly tuition and related service charges only. No boarding or residential accommodation fees are included in the contract's fee schedule; the school does not bill for boarding.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- Textbooks and many school supplies are provided on loan; replacement cost will be charged for books not returned or returned in poor condition. Parents pay for any extra materials or external exam fees where required. - External/exam and certification costs are charged to families when applicable: DELF exam fees for French program candidates (as established by the Alianza Francesa) and English external exam fees (Michigan / Cambridge) are the responsibility of the family.
- Optional and level‑specific costs: an optional international academic trip for 12th grade (“Marcha por la Vida”) is shown with an approximate cost of USD 6,350.00 payable by participating families; the school may offer payment plans for this item. Additional extracurricular, camp, instrument maintenance or special project charges may apply per level and will be billed separately. Late‑pickup charge: USD 10.00 per half hour.
- Uniforms and physical‑education clothing are sold through authorized suppliers; uniform pieces (polos, PE shirts, etc.) are available for purchase from school‑approved vendors. Families should budget separately for uniform purchases.
Refund and withdrawal policy
- The one‑time admission fee is non‑refundable. The infrastructure fund (USD 200.00) is non‑refundable. If a student is withdrawn before the start of the school year or during the school year, the costs detailed in the contract (initial costs, matrícula and program fees detailed in the contract clauses) are not refundable; withdrawing without a justified cause during the year obliges the responsible financial party to pay the remaining monthly fees for the academic year. Justified exceptions that may exonerate remaining payments include documented family relocation (notified within the first month) or medical reasons supported by a certified medical note.
Fee payment options and administrative charges
- Accepted payment methods for monthly tuition and other fees: bank transfer, cheque or credit card. Credit‑card payments may be made at point‑of‑sale or by automatic recurring charge. In the event of a rejected card transaction the family will be notified and a surcharge and/or further penalties can apply if payment is not regularized promptly. Cash payments and other arrangements may be accepted as agreed with the school's finance office; judicial collection costs and interest for late payments are the family's responsibility where applicable. Returned‑cheque administrative charge: USD 40.00.
Summary of key numeric items (quick reference)
- Admission assessment fees: PREESCOLAR USD 75; PRIMARIA USD 125; SECUNDARIA USD 150. - One‑time admission (non‑refundable): NEW STUDENT USD 6,000; SIBLINGS USD 5,500; CHILDREN OF ALUMNI USD 5,000. - Infrastructure fund (one‑time, non‑refundable): USD 200 per student. Parent Committee fee: USD 80 per family. Returned check fee: USD 40. Late‑pickup: USD 10 per half hour. Optional 12th‑grade trip estimate: ~USD 6,350.
Academics
Colegio Isaac Rabin teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers the IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, and Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–19. The PYP focuses on the development of the whole child through inquiry within six transdisciplinary themes and six disciplinary areas, and is flexible to align with national or local curricula. The MYP provides a framework across eight subject groups, emphasizes intellectual challenge, and requires study of at least two languages plus community service. The DP is a rigorous final-exams-based program that prepares students for university and is recognized by universities worldwide.
Higher Education Progression
A High School College Counselor assists with university admissions and progression. The Diploma Programme is recognized by universities worldwide and prepares students for higher education.
Wellbeing
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Admissions
Admissions
Admission Process: Isaac Rabin School is a pluralistic Jewish institution open to the entire community and admission is made without distinction of race, ethnicity, gender, condition, religion, beliefs, or nationality. Every family goes through the following process: Interview with the Head of School. The student must have an interview and take the corresponding psychological and academic tests with the psychologist of the section to which the student aspires. If accepted, the student(s) and parent(s) must complete the following documents: Admission Process Application; Authorization for Publication of Images of CIR Students; Teaching Contract 2026; Technology Policy. Attach the following documents: Birth certificate (for all students); A copy of a valid passport or youth identification card; Recent health certificate; Two passport-size photos; Copy of vaccination card; Copy of identity card or passport of both parents. Requirements per section: Preschool: Preschool reports or evaluation (if you have previously attended). Elementary and Secondary: Original credits from first grade to date; Copy of report cards; Letter of good behavior issued by the school of origin. All international students must present credits apostilled and certified by the Ministry of Education (MEDUCA); If in another language, an official translation must be submitted. To preserve the values that govern our coexistence, parents are aware of the educational model promoted by the school and express their willingness to support and complement the teaching process. All candidates are evaluated on their strengths and psycho-pedagogical opportunities to determine if the model meets their educational needs and their parents' expectations. Tel: (507) 317-0059/60.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Colegio Isaac Rabin follow?
The school offers the full IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-12, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16, and Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16-19. Cambridge IGCSE is also available.
Is the school open to students of all faiths?
Yes. While Colegio Isaac Rabin has a Jewish-Panamanian heritage, it is explicitly open to the entire community without distinction of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, beliefs, or nationality.
What languages are taught?
Four languages are taught: Spanish as the mother tongue, plus English, French, and Hebrew. English and French proficiency is measured through Cambridge English and DELF international examinations.
How diverse is the student body?
The school welcomes students from more than 20 nationalities while preserving its Panamanian identity. Approximately 300 students attend across all year groups.
What are the tuition fees?
Admission assessment fees range from USD 75 to USD 150 by level. A one-time admission fee of USD 5,000 to USD 6,000 applies depending on whether the family has existing connections to the school.
Is the school part of any international networks?
Yes, Colegio Isaac Rabin is affiliated with the ORT global education network and is an IB World School. It became an IB PYP school in 2009 and added MYP in 2013.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Activities include Science Week, the David Robles Discussion Forum (debate), English Week with theatre and poetry, music ensembles, Taekwondo, football, tennis, and ballet for younger students.
Where is the school located?
Colegio Isaac Rabin is located at Building 130, Ciudad del Saber (City of Knowledge), in Ancón, Panama City. It is a founding member of Ciudad del Saber.
Is there a parent association?
Yes, the CIR Parents' Committee supports the school through activities aimed at comprehensive student improvement. All fee-paying parents are part of the General Assembly.
What are the school's community service initiatives?
Students participate in charities including Fanlyc, Operación Sonrisa, Good Deeds Day, medical tours, beach cleanups, reforestation projects, and rehabilitation of birds of prey.
Does the school provide cafeteria services?
Yes, the cafeteria is operated by a parent, Sandra Mordok. A weekly menu is shared with families, and prepaid plans are available on a monthly or weekly basis alongside cash payments.
What technology resources are available?
The Resource Center provides educational platforms and student licences including ArcGIS, Turnitin, and Esri Academy. These tools support learning across multiple subjects.
Who governs the school?
The school is governed by the Isaac Rabin Foundation, a non-profit organisation whose Board of Directors oversees the school's mission, policies, financial health, and selection of the Head of School.
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