International Schools in Panama
Compare 3 international schools in Panama. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 18,272), location, and more to find the right international school now.
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- Schools listed
- 3
- Curricula
- 6
- Average annual fee
- USD 18,272
- Fee range
- USD 8,213 – 33,105
More school facts
- Most common curriculum
- IB (DP) (3 schools)
- Average school size
- 573 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- Metropolitan School of Panama
- Oldest
- Boston School International (2012)
About international schools in Panama
Panama offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
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Curricula
There are 3 international schools in Panama covering 6 curricula. The most widely offered are IB (DP) (3), IB (MYP) (2), Reggio Emilia Approach (2), IB (PYP) (1), British Curriculum (1). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.
Fees & what they cover
Annual tuition across Panama runs from about USD 8,213 to USD 33,105, averaging roughly USD 18,272. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.
Admissions & timing
Sought-after schools in Panama run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.
Boarding
Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.
How doris stays impartial
doris lists every international school in Panama we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.