A Top Elementary Education in Panama


At our elementary school in Clayton, we strive to ensure that all our students enjoy their time at school and develop the knowledge, understanding and values necessary to reach their full potential academically and socially.

Our expert team of teaching staff utilises the natural curiosity of the children, encouraging them to learn about the things that interest them, while also consolidating their numeracy and literacy skills. We also guide students to think deeply and critically about the concepts they are learning, fostering a love of inquiry and problem-solving.

Our campus in Clayton, Panama, is ideally situated with easy access to both the city and the beautiful Panamanian rainforest, and its thoughtful design and well-resourced classrooms provide the space and opportunity for learning.

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Why Choose Our Elementary School in Clayton, Panama?


As one of the leading elementary schools in Clayton, we offer a rich and balanced curriculum. This curriculum builds knowledge and skills over time, through the development of key concepts in core and foundation subjects, including English, Mathematics and Science. We follow the British National Curriculum, with a Panamanian and World focus.

Our brand-new campus (opened in 2023) provides an exceptional backdrop to elementary education, with a wealth of resources and expertly designed classrooms and outdoor areas, specifically created to encourage academic achievement and stimulate curiosity.

Teachers at our elementary school are equipped with the very latest knowledge and are dedicated to supporting their students to achieve their full potential. We also ensure students are well prepared for the next stage of their academic journey, so that they can make the transition to secondary school as seamlessly as possible.

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Clayton Primary School Curriculum
 

Key Stage 1: Years 1 (ages 5-6) and Year 2 (ages 6-7)


In Years 1 and 2 we engage in a more structured approach to the school day. Year 1 is the start of a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum that develops knowledge, skills and concepts across the primary years, building upon learning from the Early Years.

Children are introduced to the subject areas of science, history, geography, art, drama, music, and PE, as well as swimming. Spanish is also taught from Year 1 as stipulated by the Panamanian Ministry of Education (MEDUCA).

In Key Stage 1 students continue to develop their phonics skills and build reading fluency, as well as improving their comprehension, understanding and love of reading through engaging picture books. In mathematics we continue to embed understanding of numbers, as well as introducing calculations through concrete and abstract representations. Purpose is a key feature of writing and basic skills are supported using different text types.  

Subjects start from a point of inquiry, after which high quality teaching enables children to gain the requisite knowledge and skills to progress to the next stage. Talk is encouraged alongside collaborative group work and in our purpose-built campus, the outdoors is used as an extra classroom.

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Key Stage 2: Years 3 to 6 (age 7-11)


Key Stage 2 learners continue to build on their learning from Years 1 and 2. All intellectual development is based upon reasoning, creativity and judgment, along with a certain amount of memorisation of key concepts. Reading comprehension becomes a greater focus and children read extensively across the curriculum. 

Children use their understanding of numbers to reason and problem-solve while working with larger numbers. They also gain skills specific to subjects, learning to discuss and debate like geographers, scientists and historians. Computer Science is also added to the primary subjects at this stage. 

In Years 5 and 6, having mastered basic skills, children are learning concepts at a challenging level. Rich classroom discussion encourages understanding at a greater depth and children are able to link concepts across subjects. We encourage students to use their knowledge to think creatively and problem-solve effectively. At our elementary school in Clayton, students work mainly with one class teacher although certain subjects, such as Music and Computer Science, are taught by specialist teachers.

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Language Immersion in Our Elementary School


Our elementary school programme continues the full English immersion experience to ensure that our students develop on the strong language foundation established in Early Learning. All core subjects are taught in English by our experienced and native-speaking faculty, promoting proficiency and fluency. Additionally, to meet the requirements for the Panamanian diploma, we offer classes in Spanish too. This bilingual approach not only meets local educational standards but also enriches our students' linguistic abilities, making them versatile communicators prepared to excel in both local and international contexts.

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Our Dedicated Team of Primary School Teachers


At our elementary school in Panama, our teachers are dedicated experts, committed to nurturing and guiding each and every student to reach their full potential. Ninety percent of our faculty are native English speakers, and our teachers uphold the highest academic standards, continuously updating their skills and knowledge of best teaching practices.

We choose our teachers for their experience, expertise and passion for inspiring the children in their care. Our consistently outstanding results are a fitting tribute to their exemplary teaching, and they help make King's the inspiring and welcoming community that we are so well known for.

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Discover how your child could thrive with a rich and challenging primary education at King's College Panama, ensuring a smooth transition to the next academic stage and unlimited opportunities for success.