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The Oxford School – David

Panama, David

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $3,217 - 5,765
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 3000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1984
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Spanish, French
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Located in Urbanización La Riviera, The Oxford School is a co-educational British international school in David, Chiriquí, Panama. The campus offers Cambridge International Examinations framework, with Cambridge Primary in English, Mathematics, Science and ICT, plus First Language English and ESL programs. In Middle School, the Lower Secondary Cambridge curriculum covers core subjects, while High School offers IGCSE in grades 9–10 and AS/A Levels in grades 11–12, with streams in Science, Commerce and Arts. Cambridge assessments are administered at The Oxford School Cambridge Center and sent to Cambridge, England for grading. Founded in 1984, it now operates campuses including Edison Park in Panama City, Santiago, La Villa de Azuero, Chiriquí and Paseo Del Norte, delivering Cambridge education year-round. An extensive after-school program features clubs such as robotics, chess, taekwondo, and art, taught by certified trainers. Mandarin is offered, and leadership through a House System reinforces teamwork and citizenship for students' futures.

Urbanización La Riviera, Vía Querévalo, Edificio The Oxford School (entering via Condado del Sur), David, Chiriquí, Panama

The Essentials

The Oxford School – David has 3,000 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The Oxford School David is located in Urbanización La Riviera, David, Chiriquí, Panama. The campus sits along Via Querévalo and is entered from Condado del Sur. The school is a nationwide branch of The Oxford School.

Stages
PreKinder to Grade Twelve

Type
Co-educational British international school

Country affiliation
The school follows a British education model in Panama.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Oxford School – David ranges from USD 3,217 to USD 5,765 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrollment Fee
- One-time incorporation/registration (enrollment) payment: USD 1,035.

Tuition fees by year group (amount per year and per term)
- PK1 – PK3: USD 3,216.51 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,072.17.
- Kindergarten: USD 3,799.62 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,266.54.
- 1st – 5th grade: USD 4,204.04 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,401.35.
- 6th – 8th grade: USD 4,796.55 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,598.85.
- 9th – 10th grade: USD 5,088.11 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,696.04.
- 11th – 12th grade: USD 5,765.27 per year. Per term (3 terms): USD 1,921.76.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is billed across three school terms; tuition may be paid as three termly installments corresponding to those terms. Exact due dates, late‑payment penalties, and any installment arrangements are specified in the school's enrollment contract and tuition schedule at registration.

Boarding fees
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed; the campus operates as a day school.

Other costs and fees
- Uniforms and school materials: billed separately; a House System uniform or House T‑shirt is required for certain activities.
- Meals (cafeteria/food service): optional or contracted separately and billed in addition to tuition.
- Transportation (school bus), after‑school activities, exam fees, textbooks and consumable materials: charged separately where applicable.
- Capital, maintenance, or other one‑time charges (if applied): itemised on the school's tuition schedule and enrollment contract.

Refund and cancellation terms
- Enrollment and reservation payments are non‑refundable once paid; cancellation, withdrawal and any prorating of tuition are governed by the enrollment contract and the published tuition schedule. Specific refund conditions, deadlines, and cancellation fees are set out in the contract signed at enrollment.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods include direct payment at the bank, electronic wire transfer (ACH), and credit/debit card (POS) at the school. Bank details, accepted instruments, and any administrative fees for card payments or international transfers are provided in the school's tuition schedule and enrollment paperwork. Installment and payment plan options (if offered) are included in the enrollment contract.
Academics

The Oxford School – David teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum
The Oxford School follows the Cambridge International Examinations curriculum across all levels. In Primary (Kinder to Grade 5), the Cambridge Primary Programme is used for English, Mathematics, Science and ICT; two English language programs are offered in parallel—First Language for native English speakers and ESL for learners of English; instruction is in English. In Middle School (Grade 6–8), the Lower Secondary Cambridge curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Science and ICT. In High School (Grade 9–12), students pursue IGCSE in 9th–10th grade and AS/A Levels in 11th–12th grade, with streams in Science, Commerce and Arts. Cambridge assessments are administered through The Oxford School Cambridge Center and are sent to Cambridge, England for grading.
Parent Experience

History
The Oxford School began in 1984 offering English language courses to children and adults. Over time, the school expanded to preschool provision and then to secondary levels. In 2000, The Oxford School built its first building, Edison Park, on Transistmica in Panama City. The Oxford School now operates multiple campuses—including Edison Park (Panama City), Santiago (Veraguas), La Villa de Azuero, Chiriquí, and Paseo Del Norte—providing Cambridge International Education programmes year‑round.

Community
The Pillars of The Oxford School include Team Work, with a House System that fosters collaboration and personal development. Multiculturalism is valued and celebrated, reflecting Panama's diverse society and enriching the school community. Social Service is mandatory in High School and includes a Sister-School Project to connect students with the local community. The school emphasizes a safe, respectful environment and promotes cultural and social exchanges across Panama's communities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
An active Parents Association coordinates the extracurricular program. An after-school programme is offered in conjunction with the Parents Association, introducing students to robotics and programming concepts; clubs are coordinated with the Parents Association and offered after school hours. The clubs include taekwondo, robotics, dance, Brazilian jiu‑jitsu, art, mental maths, gymnastics, chess, and more; some activities incur extra costs. Mandarin is offered through the Confucio Institute with native teachers, and clubs are coordinated through the Parents Association. The school conducts weekly parent‑teacher meetings and distributes newsletters as part of its Home/School Partnership.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Oxford School offers a weekly after-school programme of clubs with certified trainers. Clubs include robotics, mental maths, chess, taekwondo, dance, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, art, gymnastics, and others. The clubs target students at almost every age group and prepare them to be competitive at a national and international level.

Arts & Creative
Dance and art are among the clubs offered through the weekly after-school programme. These activities are delivered after school hours by certified trainers. The programme also includes additional clubs such as taekwondo, robotics, mental maths, gymnastics, and chess.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin is mentioned in the extracurricular activities context. The page notes Mandarin is the most spoken language in the world. Activities run after school hours with certified trainers.

Social & Hobbies
The weekly clubs include taekwondo, dance, art, gymnastics, chess, and more. All activities are led by certified trainers. The clubs target students at almost every age group and offer a range of interests and hobbies.

Leadership & Professional
The House System is an important feature of The Oxford School and aims to prepare wholesome students capable of leadership abilities. It reinforces values such as responsibility, honesty and courage and strengthens collaboration and teamwork while stimulating leadership attributes amongst students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sport, physical education and outdoor activities promote fitness and wellbeing. These activities are integrated into student life and are supported by the House System, which fosters teamwork and leadership while encouraging healthy lifestyles.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Contact Us: The Oxford School can be contacted through social media, telephone or email (admissions@oxford.edu.pa). A form is available on the admissions page to submit information. The form collects First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Grade Level of Interest, School, Description, and How did you hear about us. This initial contact helps determine availability for your child and the documentation required for enrollment.

2. Wait for our reply: The admissions team will respond to your enquiry with information about availability for your child and the documentation required for enrollment. The reply may also include next steps and timelines. This response helps families prepare and plan the enrollment process.

3. Set an appointment: If interested, the Admission Officer will schedule an appointment so that your child can undergo the corresponding psychological evaluation (for children from 5 years old and up). The evaluation is part of the enrollment process. The appointment is arranged at a time that fits the family's schedule.

4. Enrollment: After the evaluation is completed, you can sign the school contract and pay the enrollment fee. This completes the enrollment process and confirms the student's place at The Oxford School.
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