Panama, Panama City
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Enrollment Form: Click to access the enrollment form. Admission Requirements (2025-2026): Submission of the following documents and items: Day assigned for the psychological test; Employment verification letter from the applicant's parents; Updated passport-size photographs; Copies of the applicant's youth ID on both sides; Copy of passport for foreign nationals; Copies of the guardian's ID on both sides; Copy of Baptism Certificate (optional); Certificate of good conduct from the current or previous school (for applicants in grades 2–12); Preschool credits showing habits and attitudes up to the level currently studied (for applicants in grades 2–12); Convalidation letter issued by MEDUCA for students who studied abroad; Examinations: Psychology Exam - First Enrollment B/.75.00; Mathematics Exam - First Enrollment B/.75.00; English Exam - First Enrollment B/.75.00; Spanish Exam - First Enrollment B/.75.00; Pre-Kinder Enrollment: B/.728.00; Enrollment for 2025-2026 / New students: January 16 to August 15, 2025.
St. Mary School is a private Catholic institution in Panama serving Pre‑Kinder through Secondary levels, following an international academic calendar. Its mission guarantees the comprehensive development of students through ongoing education with family involvement and aims to form citizens with strong academic preparation, English language proficiency, and social awareness. Class times vary by level: Pre‑Kinder 7:00–1:00; Kindergarten through 3rd grade 7:00–2:15; Primary and Secondary 7:00–2:25. The curriculum emphasizes English proficiency and prepares students for international settings. The school runs STEM Teams and hosted the SCI‑TECH 2023 science fair, featuring projects such as a robotic grabbing arm and ultrasonic levitation. The SMS‑Debate program, via the Crusaders Club, has attended the NCE 22 congress. The SMS Digital Museum preserves student work and annual multimedia projects. Cultural programming includes Desfiles Patrios and Acto Civico, reflecting community engagement. Leadership and professional growth are fostered through clubs and debate, with strong family partnership across activities.