Panama, Playa Venao
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Manglares Discovery School is a PK-8 green school in the Playa Venao area of Panama. It offers a combo of Singapore Curriculum and American Curriculum, with a literacy program based on the science of reading and writing workshops to nurture creativity and self-expression. Mathematics follows the Singapore Math approach, emphasizing deep understanding, problem solving, and independent learning. The campus is a jungle setting with a waterfall and forest that inspire inquiry; students learn outdoors and explore the natural environment. Facilities include student-built forts and ziplines, and wildlife such as monkeys and birds observed on site. The school follows a holistic, whole-child approach addressing academic, cognitive, socio-emotional, physical, relational, and identity development. Extracurriculars include the Spooky Story Contest, Art Gallery, International Day, Young Entrepreneurs Project, and Surf-Tenibilidad Contest 2024, including an Energy Pavilion Made by Children. Manglares opened in 2018 and was founded by Aya Osuga and Scott Andrews.
FP6J+7X, Cañas, Los Santos Province, Panama
Manglares Discovery School has instruction in English, Spanish.
Located in Venao West, Cañas Tonosi, Los Santos, Panama. The school sits in a jungle setting near Playa Venao.
Preschool through Grade 8 (PK-8).
PK-8 green school.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–2:00 pm.
Manglares Discovery School teaches Singapore Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 12.
The school serves students from preschool through Grade 8. It uses a holistic, nature-based learning environment addressing academic, cognitive, socio-emotional, physical, relational, and identity development. The literacy program emphasizes the science of reading and builds strong literacy skills. Writing is developed through writing workshops to nurture creativity and self-expression. Mathematics follows the Singapore Math approach, emphasizing deep understanding and problem solving. The program fosters critical thinking, hands-on exploration, and independent learning.
Students score high on benchmark tests, demonstrating a strong foundation in core subjects. The curriculum supports literacy, writing, and mathematics through structured programs. Benchmark performance reflects progress in reading, writing, and mathematical reasoning. The holistic, nature-based learning environment complements academic achievement by fostering curiosity and resilience.
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