Pan-American School

Pan-American School is a bilingual international school in San Antonio de Belén, Heredia, that presents itself as Costa Rica’s first IB Continuum School. On its official site, the school highlights a non-selective educational model that combines English and Spanish learning with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. The school describes a broad curriculum that balances academic rigor with social and emotional support, plus dedicated programs in arts, design, physical education, service, and sustainability. Admissions materials also show a pathway that begins in early childhood, including Cubs, Pathfinders, Explorers, and Trailblazers, before students move through the full college-preparatory sequence. Pan-American emphasizes the formation of responsible global citizens who can think critically, act with empathy, and contribute meaningfully to their communities. For families seeking a well-established international option near San José, the school stands out for its bilingual identity, full IB continuum, and its clear focus on future-ready learning rooted in both local culture and an outward-looking global perspective.