Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
700 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
More than 40 |
Most common nationality |
French and panamanian. |
Ratio of local students to international students |
30% of local students to 70% international students. |
Native French speaking teachers |
Yes all teachers are native speakers (french, english or spanish). |
Language support for students not fluent in French |
Yes, we have extra classes of french. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, english, spanish and portuguese. |
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
20 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Students use tablets and computers for technology related activities. They also learn through workshops (robotics, coding, etc.). |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
The Lycée français international de Panama is offering virtual classes in times of emergencies. We are using Google Classroom for sharing content and homework. We also are using Zoom and Google Meets for virtual classes. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Students don't practice religion at school. French schools are secular |
External examinations or assessments available |
Our students complete the following exams:
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Results in these examinations |
100% of success. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Teachers stat assigning homework to their students in primary school: about 30/45 minutes everyday to review what was learnt during class time. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
About 30 minutes everyday in primary school. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Our school supports children with different special learning needs. |
Learning support offered |
We implement a special support program for each student with special needs. Our counselor works with the teachers, nurse and family on a special program for the students depending on each specific case. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We have special programs for gifted, able and talented students:
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Student access to education psychologist |
The school has a counselor and a nurse who can help students in need. |
Entry evaluation for students |
No french speaking students have to take a level exam before enrolling the school, from 1rst grade. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
It is a global test (language, vocabulary and grammar, mathematics), in spanish, evaluating the average level of the student. |
Waiting list |
Only for certain levels, depending on the moment of the year. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, in preschool (up to K5).
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School start time |
School starts at 7.30 am. |
School finish time |
Preschool and primary school end at 2 pm.
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Supervised care before/after school |
We provide a supervised care after school, from 2 to 5 pm. |
School bus service available |
Yes, we have a school bus service available. |
School provided lunches |
Yes, we have a cafeteria and provide menus. Students can also bring their own lunchbox. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we offer alternative food items for allergies. |
Uniform required |
Yes, a t-shirt with the school's logo and a sport uniform. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer extracurricular activities:
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Sports activities included |
Sports are included at all levels (swimming lessons, team sports, athletics, gym, etc.). |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we have a sports association for secondary school students and participate in competitions with other international schools. |
Facilities at the school |
The Lycée have a library, 2 science labs. |
Sports facilities at the school |
We have two gymnasiums and sports field. Our students also go to the swimming pool. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Liceo Francés Internacional de Panama is a plurilingual school. We offer education in French, English and Spanish to 700 students form over 40 differents countries. We are part of the AEFE, he Agency for French Education Abroad (www.aefe.fr), an institution supervised by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs that coordinates and supports nearly 600 schools in 139 countries. |
Teaching approach of the school |
By enrolling your children in the Liceo Francés Internacional de Panama, you are opting for educational excellence offered to every individual. You are choosing cultural openness and a multilingual learning environment that fosters independence, reflection, social commitment, community spirit and a sense of citizenship. |