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Private or international schools in Panama are more likely to ensure that a student will go on to have a successful career, and Panama City has a high number of these schools. These schools are very respected as they are mostly international schools, many of which have a flagship school in a western country.

Reputable private schools in Panama City:

• International School of Panama
• Boston School International
• The French School
• King's College Panama
• Metropolitan School of Panama

There is a full list of international schools on our services site, Expat-Quotes.

Private School Fees in Panama

Most private schools require a one-time administration fee between $1,000 to $12,000 USD. If more than one student is being enrolled for a family, it is possible to get a discount.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

The IB program is offered by several private schools. It is taught under the supervision of the International Baccalaureate Organisation. All students study languages, social science, experimental science, mathematics, and arts.

The IB is divided into three programs covering the following age ranges:

1. Primary Years Programme (PYP) ages 3-12
2. Middle Years Programme (MYP) ages 11-16
3. Diploma Programme (DP) ages 16-18