Crossroads Christian Academy

The Crossroads Christian Academy is located in the Corozal area of Panama City, Republic of Panama. The address is Building

6582 Corozal, Ave. Omar Torrijos-Herrera, between Albrook and Clayton.

The school serves Pre-K through 12th grade, organized into Elementary, Middle School, and High School.

The school is a private international Christian school.

The school generally does not accept students with special educational needs.

Panama

Christian (affiliated with Crossroads Bible Church; operates with a Christian faith-based mission)

The school year runs from August to mid-June. School hours are 7:40 AM–2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 7:40 AM–12:40 PM on Wednesdays.

CCA does not operate its own bus service; transportation can be arranged through an external referral.

Pre-K through 12th grade curricula meet Panamanian and U.S. standards and include a dual diploma program recognized in both countries. The school provides an English-language, Christian education with Spanish taught as a language; classes are small, averaging 13 students. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and is authorized by MEDUCA. Advanced coursework includes dual-credit and AP options, with SAT/ACT testing available for 9–12 and frequent focus on college readiness. A North American High School diploma requires 25 credits and 80 hours of community service, with a local Panamanian diploma option; MAP assessments guide K5–9 and PSAT/SAT pathways exist for college preparation. 92% of graduates move on to post-secondary institutions.

Classes average 13 students per class. All teachers are fluent English speakers, with foreign language instructors as exceptions.

Students are evaluated with MAP (K5–9) and PSAT/PSAT-style assessments; high school students take PSAT 8/9 and may take SAT, ACT, and AP exams. Final exams or projects are administered in all core subjects; high school finals count as 20% of the semester grade. Grades in grades 9–12 require passing with 60% or higher to earn credit; advanced courses are graded on a 4.5 GPA scale to reflect increased content.

92% of CCA graduates immediately move on to post-secondary institutions in Panama and around the world. The school supports college readiness through a North American diploma, local Panamanian diploma options, and access to SAT/ACT/AP testing.

Advanced coursework is available, including dual-credit and AP courses to challenge students. Students in grades 9–12 may take SAT, ACT, and AP exams with guidance from the college counselor. Advanced courses use a 4.5 GPA scale to reflect higher content and workload.

The school provides Counseling Services to guide academic, behavioral, vocational, and social-emotional needs from preschool through high school. The Counseling Team offers Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, and College Counseling. Prevention Programs are conducted for topics such as Sexual Abuse and Harassment, Alcohol and Drugs, and Bullying. Parent Education Sessions are provided, and Learning Support is available through the Resource Specialist. Counseling aims to help students develop healthy relationships, maintain mental health, and apply biblical principles in their lives.

The school has a Special Educational Needs policy. The Admissions Committee evaluates whether it can meet a student's needs and may request evaluations. The school abides by regulations regarding special education and strives to offer quality education that respects diverse learning styles. Parents requesting admission with special needs must provide diagnostic information; the school may arrange a shadow or special needs assistant if needed, with parental remuneration. Students with SEN are evaluated at intervals, and a Resource Specialist supports progress with the family.

The school teaches in English and provides an English-language education for Pre-K through 12th grade. All students accepted in 1st grade through 12th grade must be able to speak and write in English at their academic level.

The school supports mental wellbeing through Counseling Services that address social-emotional needs and mental health. The Counseling Department provides Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, and Parent Education Sessions, as well as Prevention Programs on topics such as sexual abuse/harassment, drugs, and bullying. Counseling aims to help students develop healthy relationships, apply Biblical principles, and maintain adequate mental health.

The school has a Child Protection Plan and policy. The plan includes training from ChildSafeguarding.com, and all adults in the school community have a role in Child Protection. The reporting of suspicions is made to the school Counselor for follow up with the CCA Response Team, and legal advisement may be sought. CCA is committed to protecting the physical and mental health of each child and will report abuse to appropriate authorities when necessary.

1. The online application can be started by clicking INQUIRE or APPLY on the Admissions page.
2. Meet admissions criteria. All applicants' parents/guardians must agree to have their child taught in the context of CCA's statement of faith. Space and staff limitations mean students with special educational needs are generally not accepted. All students accepted in 1st grade through 12th grade must be able to speak and write in English at their academic level.
3. Provide required application documents. These include the application form, the $100 application fee, birth certificate, and copies of IDs for parents, completed Director form from the current school, two teacher recommendations, a doctor health form, up-to-date immunization records, and school records (transcripts). International applicants must provide original records with an apostille where applicable; Panamanian local records require the Registro Académico Acumulativo with apostille as needed.
4. Grade-specific requirements. K3 applicants must be 3 years old by August 1 and potty trained. K4 applicants must be 4 by August 1, be potty trained, and able to eat independently; all Pre-K applicants are evaluated for readiness. K5 through 10th Grade applicants must be proficient in English and must pass an academic examination and interview; transfers from Panamanian schools may have additional considerations (e.g., not transferring in January, must maintain a 4.0 average, and must pass examination and interview). 11th Grade applicants are highly selective and require very strong prior records, references, and English ability; 12th Grade applicants are rarely accepted, especially if transferring from systems other than the US.
5. Apply online and plan next steps. Use the online application link to complete the process; schedule a visit if desired and contact the Admissions Coordinator for questions.

Financial Assistance: CCA offers limited financial assistance to families who demonstrate need. Financial assistance is awarded based on an evaluation of each family's situation, using both objective and subjective factors (including years associated with CCA, parental and student involvement, academic performance and character, and community considerations). FAST is used to collect, validate, and provide a specific recommendation for financial assistance, and the family is responsible for paying the FAST application fee of $60. Applications are due no later than February 28th of each year for the upcoming school year, which begins in August. Financial aid, when granted, is awarded for one year at a time and families must re-apply each year to demonstrate continuing need, with the student maintaining a GPA of 2.5 or above. Financial assistance is available for students in all grades (K3–Grade 12).