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Curriculum Reggio Emilia Approach, IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Metropolitan School of Panama offers the International Baccalaureate continuum in English from early years to high school. The Early Childhood program (ages 3–6) follows IB Primary Years Programme with a Reggio Emilia–inspired approach; Elementary (ages 6–11) also follows PYP; Middle School (ages 11–14) uses IB Middle Years Programme; High School (ages 14–18) prepares students for the IB Diploma Programme. Languages taught across EC–MS are English and Spanish. Average class sizes are 15 in EC, 20 in Elementary, and 22 in Middle School. The school provides EC, Elementary, Middle School, and High School with language instruction in English and Spanish and a diverse international community. Sports facilities include soccer, basketball, swimming, and triathlon, with swimming lessons starting at age three. Notable programs include music instruction with Juilliard instructors, TOK within DP, CAS, MIT challenges in STEAM, a STEAM lab, and METMUN. Diploma Programme students have a DP Lounge; Games connect Nord Anglia peers.
Green Valley, Calle de la Primavera, Vía Panamá Nte., Panama City, Panama
The Essentials
Metropolitan School of Panama has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
The Metropolitan School of Panama is located at Calle Primavera, Green Valley, Panama Norte, Panama City, Republic of Panama. It sits in the Green Valley neighborhood of Panama Norte within the Panama City metropolitan area. It is part of the Nord Anglia Education family. It serves students from Early Childhood through High School.
Stages
Early Childhood (3–6), Elementary (6–11), Middle School (11–14), High School (14–18)
School day structure
Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:30 pm
Fees
Annual tuition at Metropolitan School of Panama ranges from USD 12,410 to USD 20,302 for 2026/27.
Application / One‑time admission fees - One‑time admission payment: USD 12,000 payable upon acceptance. A single full payment of this amount receives a USD 500 discount. Students entering Early Childhood 3–4 may delay the one‑time payment until Kinder and pay it in three instalments; students entering Kinder–Grade 10 may pay the one‑time payment in two instalments (second instalment due 12 months after acceptance). New students entering Grades 11–12 pay half of the one‑time admission payment at enrolment.
Annual enrollment (registration / technology) fee - Early Childhood (3–4): USD 1,160 per year. - Kinder–Grade 5: USD 1,700 per year. - Grades 6–8: USD 1,900 per year. - Grades 9–12: USD 1,900 per year.
Tuition fees (per trimester and annual) — day students (non‑sponsored families) - Early Childhood (3–4): USD 3,750 per trimester — USD 11,250 annual. - Kinder–Grade 5: USD 5,412 per trimester — USD 16,236 annual. - Grades 6–8: USD 6,134 per trimester — USD 18,402 annual. - Grades 9–12: USD 6,192 per trimester — USD 18,576 annual.
Tuition fees (per trimester and annual) — sponsored families - Early Childhood (3–4): USD 4,616 per trimester — USD 13,848 annual. - Kinder–Grade 5: USD 6,734 per trimester — USD 20,202 annual. - Grades 6–8: USD 7,640 per trimester — USD 22,920 annual. - Grades 9–12: USD 7,712 per trimester — USD 23,136 annual.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Two accepted tuition payment methods: a single annual payment, or three instalments corresponding to the three academic trimesters. A single annual payment is due by mid‑July (example date shown: July 14, 2025) for the academic year schedule published. Trimester instalments are payable before the start of each trimester (example trimester start dates shown: First Trimester in late July, Second Trimester in late October, Third Trimester in late February). Late payments are subject to a surcharge of 10% of the overdue amount. The school offers a 5% tuition discount for a third sibling and a 10% discount for a fourth sibling.
Other fees and typical additional costs - English as an Additional Language (EAL) support: additional charges apply where required. - Exceptional Education Program (EEP): additional charges apply where required. - IB Diploma Programme fees (Grades 11–12): registration and examination fees payable on registration / re‑enrollment; optional online DP courses are charged separately. - Extracurricular activities (ECAs), field trips, and athletics program: programme participation or trip fees may apply. - Passport Adventures and summer camps: separate charges apply for participation. - Transportation (school bus): the MET offers a private bus service for students living in Panama City; bus service is an additional paid service. - Uniforms and school clothing: all students wear a school uniform; uniforms are purchased from the authorised vendor Galápagos (online, phone or in‑store). Athletic team uniforms are supplied and charged where applicable. - Meals: balanced snacks and lunch are provided and stated as included in the tuition fee.
Boarding - Boarding is not applicable. The Metropolitan School of Panama operates as a day school and provides transport services rather than boarding accommodation.
Refunds and withdrawal terms - One‑time admission payment (OTP) refund schedule: refunds of the OTP (when applicable) are calculated on a trimester basis; partial refunds may apply early in the student's attendance record but no refund is due from the 6th trimester of attendance onwards. The Annual Enrollment (re‑enrollment) fee is refundable only up to July 31 of the year; after that date it is not refundable, and no re‑enrollment fee refund is provided for students who withdraw during the school year. - Tuition refunds: once a student has attended any day within a trimester, that trimester's tuition is payable in full; if full annual tuition was paid in advance, reimbursement (if any) is limited to the portion that applies to future trimesters not yet started at the date of withdrawal. - Refund payment method: refunds are returned by bank transfer to the payer name that appears on the original payment documents; the school will not transfer refunds to third parties without written authorization. Parents/guardians must follow the school's withdrawal procedure and submit the required withdrawal form and two weeks' notice.
Fee payment options and instructions - Accepted methods: debit card and credit card (Visa and MasterCard), check (payable to The Metropolitan School of Panama, S.A.), direct bank deposit to Banco General (the school provides account numbers for one‑time and other payments), and international wire transfers. For bank deposits and wires, parents must send proof of payment to the school accounting email with student details to ensure correct allocation. - For one‑time payments and other bank deposits the school publishes beneficiary and account details for Banco General (savings/checking account numbers are provided by the school for proper application of payments). Parents must supply deposit/wire confirmation to accounting to have payments applied.
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Academics
Metropolitan School of Panama teaches Reggio Emilia Approach, IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The MET uses the International Baccalaureate continuum in English from early years to high school. Early Childhood (ages 3–6) follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a Reggio Emilia–inspired approach; Elementary (ages 6–11; Grades 1–5) also follows the IB PYP; Middle School (ages 11–14; Grades 6–8) uses the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP); High School (ages 14–18; Grades 11–12) prepares students for the IB Diploma Programme (DP). Languages taught across EC–MS are English and Spanish; average class sizes are 15 (EC), 20 (Elementary), and 22 (Middle School).
Student Teacher Ratio
Average class sizes are 15 in Early Childhood, 20 in Elementary, and 22 in Middle School.
Exam Results
Highest IBDP score achieved: 44/45 in 2024; average DP score over the last five years: 35/45. In 2022, 68% of graduates earned bilingual diplomas in English and Spanish. The program reports a 93% IB Diploma success rate, with graduates gaining places at world‑leading universities and many entering their top-three choices.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates gain admission to world‑leading universities; 93% of Diploma students earn the IB Diploma, with many graduates entering top global universities and securing places at their preferred institutions.
Gifted and Talented
Talent development is supported through the IB framework, including opportunities to pursue passions via the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), and programs like METMUN.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
In homeroom, the wellness activity centers students and connects with what makes them happy. An elementary counsellor greets students at the start of the day and supports their wellbeing. In homeroom, students check in about personal goals, wellbeing and academic progress. The IB programme components promote inquiry, reflection and collaborative learning across the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) encourages students to lead, help others and make an impact in the community. MIT challenges and the Global Games provide opportunities to apply learning beyond the classroom and build resilience.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English and Spanish are languages taught at Metropolitan School of Panama. English and Spanish are taught at Early Childhood. English and Spanish are taught at Elementary, Middle School and High School.
Mental Wellbeing
In high school, the wellness activity centers students and connects with what makes them happy. Elementary counsellors greet students at the start of the day and support their wellbeing. In homeroom, students check in about personal goals, wellbeing and academic progress. TOK and CAS in the IB programme promote independent thinking, reflection and community involvement. MIT challenges and the Global Games provide opportunities to apply learning beyond the classroom and build resilience.
FAQs
What curriculum does the Metropolitan School follow?
MET Panama offers the full IB continuum: PYP with a Reggio Emilia approach for Early Childhood, PYP for Elementary, MYP for Middle School, and the IB Diploma Programme for High School.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from USD 12,410 to USD 20,302 depending on grade level. A one-time admission payment of USD 12,000 applies, with a USD 500 discount for single full payment.
What IB results does the school achieve?
The highest IBDP score achieved was 44 out of 45 in 2024. The average DP score over the last five years is 35 out of 45, with a 93% IB Diploma success rate.
Is the school part of a global network?
Yes, MET Panama is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global family of international schools. Students benefit from partnerships with MIT and The Juilliard School.
What are the class sizes?
Average class sizes are 15 in Early Childhood, 20 in Elementary, and 22 in Middle School. This supports personalised attention across divisions.
What are the school hours?
The school operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, providing a full-day programme across all divisions.
What languages are taught?
English and Spanish are taught across all levels from Early Childhood through High School. In 2022, 68% of graduates earned bilingual IB diplomas in English and Spanish.
What STEAM opportunities are available?
Students tackle challenges posed by MIT professors in the STEAM lab, building original projects and developing creative problem-solving skills through hands-on learning.
Is there a music programme?
Yes, music education is provided by instructors from The Juilliard School. Classes help students express themselves through rhythm and performance from the early years.
Is there a house system?
Yes, MET Panama has a House system with four houses that fosters school spirit and community bonds across the student body.
How many nationalities are represented?
The school welcomes students from 35 to 45 nationalities across divisions, with approximately 800 students enrolled from Early Childhood through High School.
What wellness support is provided?
Wellness activities in homeroom centre students at the start of each day. Elementary counsellors greet students daily, and homeroom includes check-ins on personal goals, wellbeing, and academic progress.
Where is the school located?
MET Panama is located at Calle Primavera, Green Valley, Panama Norte, Panama City. The campus serves the northern Panama City metropolitan area.
