The Renaissance Academy
Curiosity and integrity, since 2020.
An English-first, Cognia-accredited international school in Panamá Pacífico, from age 2 to Grade 12, in classes capped at 20.
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The TRAIL Experience
At TRAIL, every child is known by name and stretched to mastery. Our Renaissance Method pairs strong fundamentals with real projects, from age 2 to Grade 12, on one campus in Panamá Pacífico.
This is the Renaissance Method
Fundamentals first, then real work. Students build mastery in reading, writing and mathematics, then put it to use in projects they can stand behind.
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Life in Panamá Pacífico
A 2.7-hectare campus with a gym and an athletics track, close to home. Our after-school programs are open to every family in the neighborhood.
Life in Panamá Pacífico →
Applying to TRAIL
Visit, meet our team and spend a day in class. We guide you through every step, including the documents families need when moving from abroad.
How to apply →One pathway, from age 2 to Grade 12
Every stage has a clear goal and a way to measure it, so you always know where your child stands.
Early Childhood
English immersion through play, plus Spanish, music, art and physical education, in small groups.
Measured by Creative Curriculum GOLD assessments
Elementary
Fundamentals to mastery in reading, writing and mathematics, with daily practice and real projects.
Measured by MAP Growth assessments
Middle School
Humanities, science and the arts in depth, with math mastery through ALEKS and an advisor for every student.
Measured by MAP Growth assessments
High School
College-prep courses, AP exams from May 2027, and a college counselor who knows every student's file.
Graduates earn a Cognia-accredited US high school diploma and the MEDUCA diploma
Accredited by Cognia · Authorized by MEDUCA · Member of PAIS · College Board school code 855635
Enrollment for 2027–28 opens in December 2026.
Proudly Panamanian
Polleras, congo and folk dance at our Gala Típica: our students celebrate the country they call home.
Life at TRAIL
From Panamá Pacífico to Italy
Pineapple Power, our robotics team, competes in Cesenatico, Italy, in March 2027.
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The Journey Beyond TRAIL
Our seniors met universities at the O2O College Fair and now meet every week with our college advisor to plan their next chapter.
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Musical Fridays: Rhythm, Roots and Live Performance
Workshops on Panamanian rhythms and classical music, plus live hip hop and a string quartet, brought music into every corner of TRAIL.
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Living Our Virtues: Curiosity, Then Thinker
This year TRAIL introduced a new set of virtues. Our PK4 students showed what being a Thinker looks like, one small step at a time.
Read the story →By the numbers
Diplomas every graduate earns: a Cognia-accredited US high school diploma and the MEDUCA diploma
High school →
At home in Panamá Pacífico
1,400 hectares of green space, more than 25 kilometers of trails and over 400 companies next door. Many TRAIL families walk, bike or scooter to school from River Valley, Nativa and Explora, and our after-school programs welcome every family who lives here.
Life in Panamá Pacífico →Find your place at TRAIL
Tours run by appointment, Monday to Friday. See a class in action and meet the people who will know your child by name.
Your generosity fuels the Trailblazer Fund
Gifts of any size support financial aid, our teachers, and academics, athletics and the arts.
Gifts are received by Fundación Inclusiva, a nonprofit.