This site is not updated. The Pan American School of Bahia , founded in 1960, is a private, coeducational day school which offers an educational program from early childhood through grade 12 for students of all nationalities. The school year comprises two semesters extending from August to December and from February to June. The curriculum is that of U.S. college preparatory schools, with courses designed to also meet requirements of the Brazilian Ministry of Education. The testing program includes IOWA and TAP tests as well as the College Board tests.
Instruction is in English and Portuguese where required.
Nearly all graduates continue with higher education. The School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The School is made up of two connecting structures. Early Childhood through grade 4 are located in an air-conditioned building which also houses administrative offices and a computer lab. There are soccer fields, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, playgrounds, and a covered gymnasium for all grade levels.