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Crossroads Christian Academy

Panama, Panama City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $8,100 - 13,250
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 167
Type Co-educational
Opened 1997
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 13
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Crossroads Christian Academy offers an American-curriculum program in Panama for students aged 3 to 18. Instruction is in English, with Spanish taught as a language, and average class sizes of about 13. The school provides a dual diploma program recognized in both the United States and Panama, including a 25-credit, 80-hour North American diploma plus a local Panamanian option. It is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and authorized by MEDUCA. Advanced coursework includes dual-credit and AP options, with SAT/ACT testing available for grades 9–12. MAP assessments guide K5–9 and PSAT/SAT pathways support college preparation; 92% of graduates pursue post-secondary study. Facilities include a 25-station computer lab, science lab, art room, music room, multiple classrooms, outdoor cafeteria, playground, covered gym, and an elementary library on a campus shared with Crossroads Bible Church. Athletics include basketball, soccer, and volleyball; the school participates in ADECOP, AASCA, and LBK.

www.ccapanama.org

Av. Omar Torrijos Herrera &, C. Rufina Alfaro, Panamá, Panama

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The Essentials

Crossroads Christian Academy has 167 pupils, typical class sizes of 13, instruction in English.

Location
The Crossroads Christian Academy is located in the Corozal area of Panama City, Republic of Panama. The address is Building

6582 Corozal, Ave. Omar Torrijos-Herrera, between Albrook and Clayton.

Stages
The school serves Pre-K through 12th grade, organized into Elementary, Middle School, and High School.

Type
The school is a private international Christian school.

Additional learning support
The school generally does not accept students with special educational needs.

Country affiliation
Panama

Religious affiliation
Christian (affiliated with Crossroads Bible Church; operates with a Christian faith-based mission)

School day structure
The school year runs from August to mid-June. School hours are 7:40 AM–2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 7:40 AM–12:40 PM on Wednesdays.

Bus service
CCA does not operate its own bus service; transportation can be arranged through an external referral.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Crossroads Christian Academy ranges from USD 8,100 to USD 13,250 for 2026/27.

Application and Entry Fees

- Application (processing) fee: USD 100 per student (nonrefundable).
- Testing fee (new applicants): USD 50 (one-time).
- Registration fee (annual): USD 650 per student (paid yearly with registration; nonrefundable).
- Entrance (one-time enrollment) fee: standard listed amount for 2026–2027 is USD 5,000 per student with multiple payment options; alternative corporate entrance amounts and historical payment options are published for families on company/embassy plans. Payment-option examples include a one-time USD 5,000 payment or staggered plans over 5, 10, or 20 months at higher totals (e.g., options shown include USD 5,250, USD 5,500, or up to USD 6,000 depending on the plan chosen). The entrance fee is required to secure a place and is nonrefundable.

Tuition fees by year group (School Year 2026–2027)

- K3 & K4: USD 7,450 per year (equivalent listed as USD 745 per month on a 10-month plan).
- K5 & Grades 1–4: USD 8,130 per year (equivalent listed as USD 813 per month on a 10-month plan).
- Grades 5–8 (Middle School): USD 8,790 per year (equivalent listed as USD 879 per month on a 10-month plan).
- Grades 9–12 (High School): USD 9,500 per year (equivalent listed as USD 950 per month on a 10-month plan).

- Corporate (employer-paid) tuition rates (examples published): K3 & K4 USD 9,000; K5 & Elementary USD 13,500; Middle School USD 14,500; High School USD 15,000. Corporate rates and conditions apply when an employer or organization is directly responsible for payment.

How tuition is billed and payment terms (billing schedule)

- Tuition is charged on an annual basis with an option to pay via a standard 10-month payment plan. When using the 10-month plan, the annual tuition is divided into 10 equal monthly payments. The listed monthly amounts on the 2026–2027 schedule equal the annual tuition divided by 10.
- First monthly payment: due no later than five business days before the start of classes when using monthly payments; students may not attend classes until this first payment has been received. Subsequent monthly payments are due on the 10th of each month (months cited include 9/10, 10/10, 11/10, 12/10, 1/10, 2/10, 3/10, 4/10, and 5/10 for the standard payment cycle). Payments are considered past due on the 11th; a 10% late fee is assessed on outstanding balances each month.
- Accounts 90 days past due: students with accounts reflecting 90 days of outstanding balance will be notified that the student will not be allowed to attend school or extracurricular activities until payments are made and/or a payment plan is approved. Report cards, transcripts, and access to some online systems will be withheld for families with outstanding balances.

Other mandatory and common fees (yearly / per-service)

- Technology fee (annual): Elementary (K5–5) USD 20; Middle School USD 40; High School USD 90 (due with August payment).
- Graduation fee (Grade 12): USD 125 (due with August payment).
- After-school and extracurricular activity fees: variable by activity and season; parents are charged specific fees when signing up for optional programs.
- Before-school supervision (early drop-off): USD 5 per day (as needed) or USD 30 per month (monthly plan; no refunds if not used). After-school late pickup supervision: USD 20 for the first 30 minutes and USD 20 for each additional 30-minute increment.
- Field trip transportation: minimum fee USD 5 per trip when transportation is required.
- Textbooks: included in tuition; textbooks remain school property. Parents are charged for damaged or lost textbooks (cost of replacement plus shipping, and a minimum surcharge where applicable).
- Returned / rejected checks: minimum fee USD 30. Fees charged may vary based on bank charges.
- Transcripts and academic document fees: examples published include USD 5 per U.S. transcript copy, USD 20 for local institution copies (translation/formatting), and USD 40 for processing a local Panamanian diploma. Fees vary by document and service.
- Hot lunch program: available through a contracted vendor; ordering and payment are done through the vendor's website and require payment by credit card.

Boarding

- Crossroads Christian Academy does not operate boarding facilities. Transportation to and from school is the responsibility of parents; school transportation for extracurricular activities is arranged on a per-activity basis with outside providers.

Refunds and withdrawal-related charges

- Entrance fee and registration fee: these fees are required to secure enrollment and are nonrefundable.
- CCAOnline and other course-specific refunds: refund and withdrawal rules vary by course type. There are no refunds for Dual Credit courses; partial refunds for paid online courses are handled according to the CCAOnline registration form and the vendor's stated policy. Specific partial-refund amounts and timelines are described on CCAOnline registration materials.
- Monthly-service refunds: some monthly service fees (for example the monthly before-school supervision rate) are not refundable if unused; other item-specific refund rules (e.g., for paid extracurriculars or special programs) are applied as described at registration for those services.

Accepted payment methods and payment instructions

- Payments may be made online or at Banco General branches using the school payment booklet; confirmation of online payments should be sent to the school office to ensure correct posting. Payments may also be made to the school's stateside bank account; families should contact the school office for the specific stateside bank instructions and wiring details. Checks from U.S. banks may be deposited to the local account but typically require an additional processing fee (an example fee is USD 21.40 to cover local processing).
- FACTS (school billing platform) is used for account management and billing statements; late fees are applied automatically through the billing platform when payments are late.
- Hot lunch payments are handled directly by the lunch vendor and require credit-card payment on the vendor site. Some transcript or document fees may require payment by credit or debit card.

What the annual tuition covers

- The published tuition figures include core textbooks, the yearbook, standardized testing in elementary grades, and required online class access for high-school graduation where applicable. Additional items such as tickets or food for special events, optional extracurricular activities, special course fees (AP, dual-credit, or vendor online course fees beyond the baseline), field trips, lunch, and some activity-specific costs are billed separately.

Key enforcement and account conditions

- Students may not begin the school year if outstanding balances from prior years remain unpaid. The first monthly payment and annual technology fee must be paid by the start-of-year deadline (examples show these due no later than August 1 in published materials). Families with outstanding balances are restricted from receiving report cards, transcripts, and access to certain services until the account is cleared. Subscriptions to the 10-month plan and late fees are enforced per the published billing schedule.
Academics

Crossroads Christian Academy teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Christian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Pre-K through 12th grade curricula meet Panamanian and U.S. standards and include a dual diploma program recognized in both countries. The school provides an English-language, Christian education with Spanish taught as a language; classes are small, averaging 13 students. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and is authorized by MEDUCA. Advanced coursework includes dual-credit and AP options, with SAT/ACT testing available for 9–12 and frequent focus on college readiness. A North American High School diploma requires 25 credits and 80 hours of community service, with a local Panamanian diploma option; MAP assessments guide K5–9 and PSAT/SAT pathways exist for college preparation. 92% of graduates move on to post-secondary institutions.

Student Teacher Ratio
Classes average 13 students per class. All teachers are fluent English speakers, with foreign language instructors as exceptions.

Exam Results
Students are evaluated with MAP (K5–9) and PSAT/PSAT-style assessments; high school students take PSAT 8/9 and may take SAT, ACT, and AP exams. Final exams or projects are administered in all core subjects; high school finals count as 20% of the semester grade. Grades in grades 9–12 require passing with 60% or higher to earn credit; advanced courses are graded on a 4.5 GPA scale to reflect increased content.

Higher Education Progression
92% of CCA graduates immediately move on to post-secondary institutions in Panama and around the world. The school supports college readiness through a North American diploma, local Panamanian diploma options, and access to SAT/ACT/AP testing.

Gifted and Talented
Advanced coursework is available, including dual-credit and AP courses to challenge students. Students in grades 9–12 may take SAT, ACT, and AP exams with guidance from the college counselor. Advanced courses use a 4.5 GPA scale to reflect higher content and workload.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. The online application can be started by clicking INQUIRE or APPLY on the Admissions page.
2. Meet admissions criteria. All applicants' parents/guardians must agree to have their child taught in the context of CCA's statement of faith. Space and staff limitations mean students with special educational needs are generally not accepted. All students accepted in 1st grade through 12th grade must be able to speak and write in English at their academic level.
3. Provide required application documents. These include the application form, the $100 application fee, birth certificate, and copies of IDs for parents, completed Director form from the current school, two teacher recommendations, a doctor health form, up-to-date immunization records, and school records (transcripts). International applicants must provide original records with an apostille where applicable; Panamanian local records require the Registro Académico Acumulativo with apostille as needed.
4. Grade-specific requirements. K3 applicants must be 3 years old by August 1 and potty trained. K4 applicants must be 4 by August 1, be potty trained, and able to eat independently; all Pre-K applicants are evaluated for readiness. K5 through 10th Grade applicants must be proficient in English and must pass an academic examination and interview; transfers from Panamanian schools may have additional considerations (e.g., not transferring in January, must maintain a 4.0 average, and must pass examination and interview). 11th Grade applicants are highly selective and require very strong prior records, references, and English ability; 12th Grade applicants are rarely accepted, especially if transferring from systems other than the US.
5. Apply online and plan next steps. Use the online application link to complete the process; schedule a visit if desired and contact the Admissions Coordinator for questions.

Scholarships
Financial Assistance: CCA offers limited financial assistance to families who demonstrate need. Financial assistance is awarded based on an evaluation of each family's situation, using both objective and subjective factors (including years associated with CCA, parental and student involvement, academic performance and character, and community considerations). FAST is used to collect, validate, and provide a specific recommendation for financial assistance, and the family is responsible for paying the FAST application fee of $60. Applications are due no later than February 28th of each year for the upcoming school year, which begins in August. Financial aid, when granted, is awarded for one year at a time and families must re-apply each year to demonstrate continuing need, with the student maintaining a GPA of 2.5 or above. Financial assistance is available for students in all grades (K3–Grade 12).
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