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Academia Internacional Boquete

Panama, David

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, English
Typical class size 24
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Academia Internacional Boquete is a bilingual, STEAM‑focused school in Panama serving preschool through secondary. The Bespoke Curriculum blends Spanish and English instruction with an emphasis on science, technology, entrepreneurship, and leadership. In the grades, students can pursue a Bachiller en Ciencias (Science Bachiller) while benefiting from Biology and Chemistry laboratories and a Technology Laboratory designed for hands‑on inquiry. The Boquete campus combines two buildings in a natural setting, featuring bioclimatic architecture, rainwater harvesting, recycled materials, and 24‑hour security. Academically and culturally, the school supports multilingual communication within a community. Extracurriculars include Arts and Creative offerings (art across all levels, theatre for primary and secondary, a band program, and chess) and Social and Hobbies activities (debate, sports). A strength is leadership development through Grupo Academia Internacional, which forms bilingual leaders from age 4 and emphasizes values, innovation, and environmental respect. The program encourages community engagement and preparing students to contribute globally.

Alto Boquete, Chiriquí Province, Panama

The Essentials

Academia Internacional Boquete has 200 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Boquete and David in Chiriquí, Panama; campuses in Boquete, El Francés, and David.

Stages
Preschool, Primary, Middle School, and High School with a Science Baccalaureate.

Type
Bilingual education; STEAM-focused program; leadership; robotics; entrepreneurship.

Country affiliation
Panama
Diving Deeper

Food Options
On-site cafeteria.

Governance and Ownership
Part of Grupo Academia Internacional, with campuses in Boquete, El Francés, and David.
Fees
*Application / registration fee (Matrícula)*
- Pre‑Kínder / Kínder: PAB 360.00.
- Primary (Grades I–VI): PAB 385.00.
- Pre‑media (Grades VII–IX): Grade VII PAB 435.00; Grade VIII PAB 435.00; Grade IX PAB 495.00 (average PAB 455.00).
- Media / Bachillerato (Grades X–XII): Grade X PAB 435.00; Grade XI PAB 435.00; Grade XII PAB 525.00 (average PAB 465.00).

*Tuition (Anualidad) — annual amount by school level and equivalent monthly installment (10 payments)*
- Pre‑school (Pre‑Kínder / Kínder): PAB 1,950.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 195.00 per monthly installment (anualidad divided into 10).
- Primary (Grades I–VI): PAB 2,100.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 210.00 per monthly installment.
- Pre‑media (Grades VII–IX): PAB 2,250.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 225.00 per monthly installment.
- Media / Bachillerato (Grades X–XII): PAB 2,600.00 per year — equivalent to PAB 260.00 per monthly installment.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*
- The school charges the annual tuition as a single annual amount that is customarily divided for parents into ten (10) equal monthly installments. Installments are payable during the first five (5) days of each month.
- Late payment: a surcharge may be applied for late payments up to a maximum of 10% of the overdue monthly installment or registration fee. Notices are issued after 30 and 45 days of arrears; continued nonpayment may lead to suspension of educational services.
- The registration (matrícula) is a fixed, non‑refundable payment and is paid at the time of enrollment. The registration covers a set of specific items (see next section).

*Boarding / accommodation*
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are published for the Boquete campus. Daily schedule and campus descriptions reflect day‑school operation.

*Other costs and what the registration fee covers*
- Items included in the registration package (charged at enrollment) include: registration itself, accident insurance, laboratory/informatics fee, maintenance and stationery, didactic materials, audiovisual charges, psychological testing (where required), and a parents' association fee. These components form the standard enrollment charge.
- Uniform: the school requires use of the school uniform and enforces uniform rules; uniform cost is not itemized in published materials.
- Transport (school bus), extracurricular activity fees, exam fees beyond standard testing, and specific textbook or supply costs are not published as fixed amounts in the publicly available materials; these items may be charged separately when applicable. The school's rules reference conduct on school transport but do not publish a fixed transport fee.

*Refund and withdrawal policy*
- Registration fee: non‑refundable under any circumstance.
- If a student is withdrawn before the end of the school year, any annual tuition that was paid in advance will be prorated and refunded for the unused portion. However, the guardian must cover the full tuition cost for the trimester in which the student is withdrawn. Academic records or accreditation documents are withheld until outstanding balances are settled.

*Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other methods)*
- Published school materials and the school's admissions documentation do not list specific accepted payment instruments (for example, a published list of credit cards, online payment processors, or bank account details). Parents are expected to use the school's established channels for payment; formal payment method details are managed by the school finance office. No explicit public listing of acceptance of credit cards, bank transfers, or other methods was found in the school admissions pages or in the institution's internal rules.

*Notes for parents (practical summary)*
- Expect two separate charges at enrollment: the registration package (one‑time, non‑refundable) and the annual tuition. The annual tuition is commonly paid as 10 monthly installments, due within the first five days of each month. If payments become overdue, expect written notices, possible late surcharges (up to 10%), and possible suspension of services after prolonged arrears. Uniforms and some consumable materials are required but their cost is not listed as a fixed school charge. The school does not publish boarding fees because the Boquete campus operates as a day school.
Parent Experience

Community
Chiriquí is located in a privileged place in our country, with abundant natural resources, rich color, and a population of diverse cultures. The unique values of the Boquete and David communities are manifested in the warmth and hospitality of its citizens, and in the vibrant cultural, social, economic and educational development that sustains their foundation. The significant foreign influence, with its customs, languages, traditions and values, added to the customs of the local population, distinguishes the town of Boquete and the David community from the rest of the country. It is this multicultural richness that has made Chiriquí a special point in our Republic. Therefore, it is necessary to support its growth by educating our children and youth in the values of the communities. They should have a complete educational formation, fundamental for their aspirations to obtain success in a world that constantly evolves and that demands the social-human educational engagement of the individual in each developing region without distinction of race or social origin. Boquete is characterized as a highland mountain community where coffee cultivation and tourism are its main economic activities. These aspects of its economy will be highlighted in the academic offering of our campus. David is characterized as the commercial center of the province of Chiriquí. It should be noted that the inhabitants belong to diverse nationalities and cultures. Therefore, it is a priority that the education imparted at our centers is bilingual (English and Spanish). The challenge of our educational institutions is to achieve the holistic development of our students. The fruits of a well-prepared student body are the reason we join this great and difficult task of forming men and women of goodwill and broad knowledge, not only practical and theoretical, but that go beyond the traditional, including science, analytical thinking, ethics, and nature.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Educational levels run from preschool through secondary, with a Science baccalaureate (Bachiller en Ciencias) offered in the upper grades. The school provides bilingual education in Spanish and English. Classrooms support both in-person and virtual learning, and facilities include Biology and Chemistry laboratories as well as a Technology Laboratory. The program emphasizes science and technology through its laboratories and bilingual framework.

Arts & Creative
Art is offered across all levels—preschool, primary, and secondary; theatre is available for primary and secondary students; a band focusing on liras and drums is available for primary and secondary; and chess is offered for primary and secondary. Art stimulates communication, creativity, concentration, and expression. Theatre activities build confidence and social skills, while the band and chess develop performance and strategic thinking.

Cultural & Language
The school is bilingual in Spanish and English. Boquete and David are multicultural communities characterized by hospitality and diverse cultures. Education is prioritized as bilingual to serve a diverse community, fostering leadership, creativity, and mutual respect among cultures.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities include soccer for preschool through secondary, basketball for primary and secondary, girls' flag football for secondary, and debate for secondary. Additional options include theatre, cooking chemistry, art, chess, robotics, and a band program for primary and secondary, all designed to enhance social skills, teamwork, and personal growth.

Community & Service
Chiriquí is a privileged region with abundant natural resources; Boquete and David are multicultural, hospitable communities that influence local culture and education. Education is bilingual to serve these diverse communities, with a pedagogy aimed at holistic development and social responsibility. The mission emphasizes educating in a challenging environment that respects individual differences and prepares leaders with high life values, while promoting environmental awareness and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Grupo Academia Internacional forms bilingual leaders from age 4. The mission states that education prepares students for leadership with strong values for life. The vision seeks to develop students' potential, incite innovative thinking, encourage creative expression, embrace diversity and art, leverage technology, and foster environmental respect.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Boquete campus is located in Boquete, El Francés, Kilometer 21, in a natural setting, with two buildings for preschool and for primary/secondary. The campus employs bioclimatic architecture, rainwater harvesting, eco-friendly fixtures, and recycled materials to promote sustainability. Facilities include adaptable classrooms for in-person and virtual learning, science laboratories, a technology lab, basketball/volleyball and football courts, green recreational areas, a preschool playground, a cafeteria, and a library, all under 24-hour security coverage to ensure safety.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are the languages taught. Instruction across levels is bilingual (English–Spanish): Preschool uses English–Spanish instruction; Primary courses are taught in English and Spanish; Pre-Media and Media are bilingual with a Science Bachillerate offered.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in Spanish and English. Preschool is taught in English and Spanish (Pre-Kinder and Kinder). Primary education is taught in English and Spanish (Grades 1–6). Pre-Media and Media are bilingual (Grades 7–9 and 10–12), and a Science Bachillerato is offered.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Register to receive more information about Grupo Academia Internacional and our academic offerings. The admissions secretariat offers hours Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Use the Boquete registration link or the David registration link to begin the enrollment process. The admissions team provides personalized attention.

2. The admissions team will guide you through the steps to follow for the enrollment process after registration. For Boquete, register here; for David, register here. Enrollment is open for 2026.
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