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Instituto Alberto Einstein

Panama, Panama City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 5 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1955
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (PYP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Spanish, English, Hebrew
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Founded in 1955, Instituto Alberto Einstein (IAE) is a Jewish educational institution in Panama offering a bilingual program in English and Spanish for Preschool through Upper School. It is an IB World School (PYP, MYP) since 2023 and offers Advanced Placement courses through the College Pathways. The curriculum blends inquiry-based learning with Judaic values. In Preschool, a Reggio Emilia approach supports exploration, with Art, Computer Science, and Letters and Sounds for literacy. Lower School uses blended, station-based classrooms across Mathematics, English, Science, and Spanish, with literacy developed through the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP) and the LEV program. Upper School emphasizes language development through TCRWP, interdisciplinary projects, a Tech Lab, and online university courses via the OSU program, plus College Counseling, CAMP, and COMSANA. The school implemented AP Capstone recognition and the IAE Goes Green 2.0 initiative, and offers Morrisby-based counseling and a University Credit Program for Grades 10–12.

XFPR+88J, Vía Israel, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

The Essentials

Instituto Alberto Einstein has instruction in English.

Location
Via Israel, opposite Multiplaza, Panama City, Panama.

Stages
Preschool, Lower School, and Upper School.

Type
Jewish educational institution in Panama.

Additional learning support
Multidisciplinary student support including psychologists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists; inclusive education with individualized PEI plans.

Country affiliation
Panama

Religious affiliation
Judaism
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The Mothers' Committee supervises the school menu.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Directors.
Fees
Application fees

- No publicly posted application or enrollment fee amount for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years is available in the school's admissions materials. Families should use the school's admissions contact to obtain the current application fee and instructions.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- There is no publicly available, itemized tuition schedule showing fees by year group, term, or academic year for 2026/27 or 2025/26. The school does not publish a term-by-term or grade-by-grade tuition table in the materials accessible online. As a result, numeric tuition amounts per term or per year group are not provided here.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No published billing schedule (for example: number of installments, due dates, or explicit late-payment penalties for tuition) was found in the publicly accessible admissions or policy materials. Specific billing cycles and payment terms are handled by the school and must be requested directly from Admissions or Finance.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not offered. Therefore, boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, supplies, extras)

- Uniforms and school-branded items are sold through the school's store. The store lists uniform items, delivery and return conditions, and accepts card payments for store purchases. A small delivery fee for store orders is noted on the store page. Specific uniform pricing and fees for extracurriculars, transportation, meals or materials are not published in a single public tuition schedule.

Refund information

- No public, detailed tuition refund policy or specific rules for tuition refunds for 2026/27 or 2025/26 was found in the school's posted policy documents. The store's merchandise return policy is published for uniform purchases, but a tuition refund policy is not publicly available in the admissions or policy PDFs listed.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, etc.)

- The school's uniform store accepts Visa and Mastercard for store purchases. No explicit, published list of accepted payment methods for tuition (for example: online credit-card payments, bank transfer, direct debit, or cashier's check) is available in the school's public admissions or policy materials; families must confirm tuition payment methods directly with the school's finance or admissions office.

Summary of findings and next step (concise)

- The school's admissions section and policy listings show an admissions brochure and policy documents are posted, but there is no publicly posted, grade-by-grade tuition and fees schedule for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years in the accessible materials. The school is a day school and uniforms are sold through an online store that accepts major cards. For precise numeric tuition amounts, term breakdowns, billing schedule, payment methods for tuition, boarding (not applicable), refund rules, and any ancillary fees, the school's admissions or finance contact must be consulted.
Academics

Instituto Alberto Einstein teaches IB (MYP), IB (PYP), Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum
IAE is an IB World School in Panama offering bilingual instruction in English and Spanish across Preschool to Upper School. The curriculum integrates inquiry-based learning with Judaic values and a global perspective. Preschool uses the Reggio Emilia approach and offers Art, Computer Science, and a Letters and Sounds phonics program to support early literacy. Lower School covers Mathematics, English, Science, and Spanish with blended, station-based classrooms and personalized learning; literacy is developed through the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP) and the LEV reading program. Upper School emphasizes language development via the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project and interdisciplinary projects, features a Tech Lab, and includes online university courses through the OSU program plus College Counseling, CAMP, and COMSANA. College Pathways provides College Counseling (including Morrisby), Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and a University Credit Program enabling Grades 10–12 students to earn university credits.

Higher Education Progression
Higher-education progression is supported through the Advanced Placement (AP) program and a University Credit Program that allows Grades 10–12 students to enroll in university courses for credit from international institutions. The University Credit Program includes courses delivered by universities such as Oregon State University (OSU). College Counseling, supported by Morrisby assessments, guides students in college and career planning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
IAE offers a comprehensive Student Support program that promotes each student's academic, emotional, and social development. A multidisciplinary team collaborates to provide integrated support across the learning journey. Psychologists assigned to each section focus on emotional and social well-being, conducting individual psychological evaluations, crisis interventions, and socio-emotional skills workshops, with guidance to families and teachers. Speech and Occupational Therapists provide targeted support for language, communication, motor skills, sensory integration, and daily living activities. Special Needs Teachers develop individualized intervention plans (PEI), adapt curricula, and work with psychologists and families to ensure inclusive learning. We offer an inclusive education model and an integrated PEI, making IAE a unique community resource.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
IAE follows an inclusive education model and offers an Integrated Individualized Educational Program (PEI) integrated into the standard curriculum. A multidisciplinary team supports this approach, including Special Needs Teachers, Psychologists, Speech Therapists, and Occupational Therapists. Special Needs Teachers develop individualized intervention plans, tailor teaching strategies, and adapt the curriculum to facilitate access to learning. The team collaborates with families and teachers to ensure coordinated support for each student's development. This combination provides targeted, personalized learning for students with diverse needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English literacy development begins in IAE Preschool. The Letters and Sounds program is implemented to develop phonological awareness. The program teaches reading and writing in English from an early age. Family involvement is encouraged to reinforce learning at home. The curriculum integrates English language development across the early years.

Mental Wellbeing
IAE provides mental wellbeing support through a multidisciplinary Student Support team. Psychologists assigned to each section focus on emotional and social well-being, conducting individual evaluations, crisis interventions, and emotional support, and they run socio-emotional skills workshops with guidance to families and teachers. Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists support broader developmental goals for effective participation in learning. The team collaborates with teachers to ensure a supportive and nurturing classroom environment.
Parent Experience

History
A clear path toward excellence, growth, and innovation. Since its founding in 1955, Instituto Alberto Einstein has pursued a path of continuous growth and transformation, committed to academic excellence and the holistic development of its students. Over the years, it has achieved milestones that reflect leadership in education, adaptation to a changing world, and a dedication to delivering high-quality educational experiences. The school's history is marked by expansions, major facilities, scholarships, partnerships, and a progressive shift toward international accreditations and IB programmes, culminating in becoming an IB World School in 2023, the IAE Goes Green 2.0 initiative, and AP Capstone recognition.

Community
Jewish life at IAE is dynamic and meaningful, aligned with IB principles, strengthening students' connection to their roots and integrating learning with daily life. It is evident in activities inside and outside the classroom, fostering closer connections among students, teachers, peers, and the wider community. This year the program redefined the Jewish profile to reinforce identity, updated teachers' profiles, and introduced an institutional Judaic diagnostic, while expanding festival celebrations and after-school activities for families. Preschool teaches Torah study and mitzvot through playful activities; Lower School strengthens Jewish identity with Torah study and the Talam Hebrew language program; Upper School emphasizes Tanakh and Hebrew history and offers Hebrew through the NETA program, with projects such as the Zionism contest, Jidón Tanaj, and the March of the Living.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Mother's Committee is the heart that drives our school community. It is recognized and valued for its dedication and ongoing effort, strengthening our educational community. Thanks to its commitment, activities have enriched school life and promoted unity among students, staff, and families. Key events include Welcome Week, Kite Fest, Teacher's Day, and the End-of-Year Celebration. Each initiative reflects the Committee's commitment to the well-being of our community, creating memorable moments. Thank you, Mother's Committee, for your service and passion; you are a fundamental part of our IAE family.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is a Jewish educational institution in Panama, dedicated to providing a holistic education that fosters the maximum potential of each student.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Explore Student Life: discover the IAE community; learn about the Institute's roots; and see the commitment to developing the maximum potential of every student, including ongoing Judaic and community activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
After School offers a space for growth beyond the classroom, where students can explore new interests and develop skills in artistic, athletic, and non-traditional areas. This program fosters creative expression, personal discovery, and promotes a fundamental balance between academic demands and the development of individual passions. Academic clubs include debate, entrepreneurship, and science. Students develop leadership by leading projects, clubs, and competitions, while cultivating resilience and community.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative pursuits are nurtured through music, theatre, painting, and dance. After School provides a space for creative expression and exploration, enabling students to develop artistic talents in a dynamic environment. It encourages expression across disciplines and supports personal artistic growth.

Social & Hobbies
After School builds community by connecting students with peers who share interests and forming lasting friendships. Titans strengthens this sense of community and team spirit through practices and competitions, uniting students, coaches, and supporters. The environment emphasizes camaraderie, collaboration, and celebrating shared passions.

Leadership & Professional
Titans develops leadership by taking on team roles and leading in competitions, with coaches guiding performance. It emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, respect, and resilience, preparing students for responsibilities inside and outside school.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Titans offers an integrated sports program with 13 coaches, a fitness trainer, and a goalkeeper coach, promoting physical fitness and well-being as part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. The program emphasizes well-being, self-discipline, resilience, and healthy habits through sport.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught are English and Spanish. English is taught as a core subject and English literacy is developed from an early age with the Letters and Sounds program. Lower School uses a bilingual approach with English and Spanish, and reading and writing instruction is supported by the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP). Upper School features LEV (Leer es Vital) for reading development and a Tech Lab (Aula Tech) to support 21st-century learning.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual instruction in English and Spanish.
Reputation

Awards
AP Capstone school recognition (2023).

Accreditations
Cognia and Torah Umesorah dual accreditation (2018) that unifies secular and Judaic studies.
IB World School via the Middle Years Programme (MYP) since 2023.
IB Primary Years Programme candidacy (2023).
Admissions

Scholarships
Bruce Eisenman Merit Scholarship was established in 2019 as a result of a collaboration between IAE and the Georgia Institute of Technology. The scholarship honors a distinguished member of our community, the parent of IAE alumni, and a Georgia Tech graduate who stood out for academic excellence. Its primary purpose is to recognize the commitment and abilities of a standout student at IAE. This scholarship is exclusive to IAE students, and donors are acknowledged as an inspiring example of commitment and trust in our school and in the education we provide. Alef Scholarships: The Alef Scholarship Fund was established to give opportunities to students whose parents lack the resources to cover tuition. Your contribution to the Alef Scholarship Fund will help form young people who are dignified and upright, strengthened by a solid base of Jewish values and principles. Inquire about our different scholarship options.
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