Panama, Panama City
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| Name | Age | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Kinder | 4 | 3,728 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Kinder | 5 | 3,728 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 1 | 6 | 3,728 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 3,728 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 3,682 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 3,782 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 3,902 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). Includes pool fee in matrícula. All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 3,902 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). Includes pool fee in matrícula. All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 7 | 12 | 3,792 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). Includes locker fee. All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 8 | 13 | 3,792 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). Includes locker fee. All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 9 | 14 | 3,967 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula); Graduation fee included in this year's total. |
| Grade 10 | 15 | 3,992 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 11 | 16 | 3,992 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula). All amounts in PAB. |
| Grade 12 | 17 | 4,467 PAB | Annual cost for 2025-2026 (tuition + matrícula); Graduation fee included in this year's total. |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 0 PAB | Registration/Inscripción items included in matrícula total for each grade; listed separately in the provided data but folded into yearly matrícula totals |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Enrollment Fee | 0 PAB | Enrollment fee bundled with matrícula for each grade; totals shown under 'Matrícula 2025-2026' in original data |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Graduation fee | 175 PAB | Excludes other years unless listed; included in Grade 9 and Grade 12 totals above |
| No boarding fees listed | 0 PAB | Day-school fees and other service fees may apply as incurred |
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.