We have native speakers and also non- native speakers

Yes we have different options: Tutoring and Counselling and Learning Support (Pull out)

English and Spanish

18 students

15-18

Yes

Virtual classrooms, 3D gadgets for certain classes like Sports Science, Smart Blackboards, the use of EBSCO for research, younger children use apps for reading-writing, we have developed our own app for students and parents that has multiple functions, etc.

Yes, the school had a virtual classroom platform ready before al the COVID-19 quarantines.

Non-religious education

We respect all religions and beliefs, we promote values.

International Baccalaureate

Excellent results

Yes

The students have weekly homework with different deadlines, the objective is to teach the students to manage their time.

100%

Yes

Shadows teachers, Counselling and Learning Support (Pull out), Tutoring.

In Primary we have the following enrichment opportunities:
Acceleration--advanced grade placement (usually in Math or English).
Enrichment--weekly meetings with learning support to engage in additional advanced projects.
RAZ-Kids and Newsela--advanced reading opportunities.
Co-curricular--a variety of academic and non-academic learning opportunities (dance, sports, art, hobbies, academic clubs, robotics, etc.)

In Middle School we have:
Enrichment: Student-led projects according to their area of interest and ability.
Acceleration: Advance grade placement subject or grade level (very special cases).

High School we have the following options:
Acceleration in individual courses such as Math and English for grades 9 and 10
Enrichment via online programs for areas such as Math, science, Psychology, History for grades 9 and 10
Higher Level courses in the Diploma program both school-taught and online via Pamoja
Also in the diploma program, students might choose to take additional science or math classes to enrich their academic profile.
There are other possibilities which depend on the student’s background and interests that we can customize based on their academic profile.

Yes, we have psychologists and pedagogues.

Yes

For PreKinder, Kinder and Preparatory: Development assessment is required.
First Grade until the Eleventh Grade: Admissions evaluations in English, Math, and Spanish are required for admission. Math is evaluated in English.

No

We enroll students all year-round.

Yes

7:25 a.m.

On Monday to Thursday 2:45 p.m. On Friday 1:25 p.m.

Yes

Yes, but with the COVID-19 requirements the service is a bit restricted.

Yes, we have cafeteria, the students can buy the lunch there. Currently students order in advance through their app, due to COVID-19 protocols.

Yes

Yes

We have several co-curricular activities from 1:40 a 2:40 p.m. and 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. At this moment these schedules have varied due to COVID-19 protocols.

Yoga
Pilates
Zumba
Tenis de mesa
Cross country
Cross training (Crossfit)
Cardio tennis
Functional training
Spinning

Yes, we have different teams.
We participate in international competitions like: AASCA Basketball Tournament, AASCA Soccer Tournament and also we also participate in national tournaments.

Soccer field, multipurpose court (baseball, tennis), big and modern gymnasium, spinning bikes, table tennis...

* Fully bilingual (English-Spanish)
* First and only IB Continuum School in Costa Rica.
* Multicultural and international (30 nationalities represented).
* Mid-sized community, family environment.
* Careful attention to each child and their specific needs.
* Beautiful modern campus, with lots of gardens and recreational spaces.
* Students have an opportunity to earn 3 diplomas: IB, US High School, and Costa Rican Baccalaureate.
* Strong ESL and SSL language support programs; strong special needs program.

Pan-American School has a balanced approached to teaching and learning. Educators embrace the IB philosophy of inquiry-based, student-centered learning while fostering specific skills in self-management, communication, social and emotional development, research, critical thinking, and innovation. Service to our local and global community is an integral part of our curriculum and instruction.