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Notre Dame School

Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Catholic Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Notre Dame School is an international Catholic day school in Santo Domingo serving students aged 3 to 18. It blends a Catholic curriculum with a bespoke program aligned to national and international standards, with a School Curriculum Map showing content from first through twelfth grade across all subjects. The school emphasizes high-quality teaching, a broad and balanced curriculum, and enrichment experiences that connect learning to real-world issues. Bilingual instruction and interdisciplinary approaches develop global and digital citizenship while fostering inquiry, collaboration, and responsible citizenship. The campus features technology-rich learning and an emphasis on science, ethics, environmental education, arts, and sport. Notre Dame participates in NASA's GLOBE Program and has held Microsoft Innovative Showcase status since 2010, with NEASC and CIS accreditation. Extracurriculars include projects like Kids in Business and a Science Fair linked to GLOBE, as well as student leadership through a Student Council, National Honor Society, and PTO activities.

NOTRE DAME SCHOOL, C Manuel de Jesús Troncoso 52, Santo Domingo 10126, Dominican Republic

The Essentials

Notre Dame School has typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Located in the Ensanche Paraíso district of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Address: Manuel de Jesús Troncoso #52, Ensanche Paraíso, Santo Domingo 10126, Dominican Republic.

Stages
Preschool through 12th grade.

Type
International Catholic school.

Additional learning support
NDS does not provide for educational needs such as severe learning difficulties.

Country affiliation
Affiliations with NEASC (United States) and the Council of International Schools (CIS).

Religious affiliation
Catholic.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Board of Directors governs Notre Dame School. The NOTRE DAME School PTO is a nonprofit parent/teacher organization. The Student Council represents students.
Fees
Application fees
- No specific application or registration fee amount is published publicly for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school requires completion of an application and submission of registration documents at enrolment; a one-time application/registration charge is normally required but the exact amount must be confirmed with the school's registrar or admissions office.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public fee schedule showing tuition amounts by grade, nor per‑term or per‑year totals for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Tuition is charged by grade level; exact per‑term and annual figures are set by the school and must be obtained directly from the school's finance or admissions office.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No public statement of the school's billing schedule or formal payment terms for 2026/27 or 2025/26 is available. Parents should expect standard private school billing arrangements (for example: annual, termly, or monthly installments and a registration deposit), but the school's official billing schedule, due dates, late‑payment penalties, and any required deposits are not published and must be confirmed with the school.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. Notre Dame School operates as a day school and does not list boarding facilities or boarding fees.

Other costs and fees
- No published, itemised list of ancillary fees is available. Common additional costs that parents should budget for (if charged) include:
- Annual registration or re‑registration fees (amount not published)
- School uniform purchase or uniform replacement (amounts not published)
- Textbook, workbook or learning‑resource fees (amounts not published)
- Extracurricular activity, field trip or competition fees (amounts not published)
- Examination or assessment fees (amounts not published)
- Transportation (school bus) fees, if offered (amounts not published)
Exact amounts for any of the above are not published and must be confirmed with the school.

Refund information
- No publicly available policy text was found that specifies refund rules (for example: refunds for withdrawal, pro‑rata tuition refunds, deposit refunds, or penalties). Refund entitlement, timelines, and procedures are determined by the school's internal finance and admissions policies and must be confirmed directly with the school.

Fee payment options
- There is no published list of accepted payment methods for tuition and other fees. The school's finance office should be consulted to confirm whether they accept bank transfer, credit/debit card, cash, local bank deposit, or other payment mechanisms, and whether any transaction fees apply.

Practical next steps (contact details for fee confirmation)
- Contact by telephone: +1 (809) 565-2511.
- Contact by email: info@notredame.edu.do.
- Physical address: Manuel de Jesús Troncoso #52, Ensanche Paraíso, Santo Domingo 10126, Dominican Republic.

Summary of availability: No published fee schedule or numeric fee amounts for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years could be located in publicly available school materials. The school operates as a day school (no boarding). All numeric fee figures (application, tuition by grade, per‑term totals, ancillary fees, refund rules, billing cycles, and accepted payment methods) are not published and require confirmation directly from the school's finance or admissions office.
Academics

Notre Dame School teaches Catholic Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Our curriculum is innovative, broad and balanced, focusing on depth of learning and mastery of content. The subject area curriculum is aligned to content, national and international standards, and adheres to the principles of learning. The School Curriculum Map reflects the content covered from first to twelfth grades for each subject area. Teaching & Learning Goals: 1) ensure high quality teaching that enables the acquisition of skills, knowledge and understanding for a life-long learning individual; 2) provide a broad and balanced curriculum which provides opportunity for all students to acquire content through variation and differentiation; 3) promote a wide range of enrichment experiences which enable students to make connections between all forms of learning; 4) develop lively and enquiring minds through encouraging children to question and discuss national and global issues, in order to make informed decisions; 5) promote positive attitudes, good behavior and moral understanding; 6) nurture self-esteem so children are motivated to learn and to develop an ability to co-operate and work with others.

Higher Education Progression
Yamila Michelle Franco Peña (NDS Alumni 2014) was elected as an image of the University of Victoria (UVic), Canada. She graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Cooperative Education with Distinction, and is working in STEM programs in Canada; she was the first Dominican to win the Council of International Schools scholarship of 84,000 euros. Ketty Pamela Paulino, Prom 2008, was named Best Young Civil Engineer of New York City by the American Society Of Civil Engineers and works as a manager for a major NYC Department of Design and Construction project.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes character development and social responsibility; it promotes positive attitudes, good behaviour and moral understanding, and nurtures self-esteem so students are motivated to learn and to cooperate with others. The Student Profile sets expectations to show loyalty, honesty, courtesy, respect for differences, cooperation and responsibility, supporting social-emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not provide for educational needs such as severe learning difficulties. In secondary school, courses are essentially college-preparatory and feature a rigorous academic curriculum that includes Calculus, Biology, Economics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Sociology.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the main language of instruction in the school, and there is an expectation that students have, or will acquire, a satisfactory standard of English. Non-English-speaking students should gain maximum exposure to the language, and admission requires that students pass the admission exams of English, Math and Spanish; basic knowledge of English and/or Spanish from 7th grade is expected.

Mental Wellbeing
The school supports mental wellbeing by fostering self-esteem, cooperation and respectful behavior. It encourages critical thinking and consideration of global issues, and the Student Profile asks students to develop self-control, to express their needs and feelings appropriately, and to treat others with respect.

Safeguarding
The school has a Behavior Policy and a defined set of rules and conduct expectations to maintain safety and order; parent involvement and engagement are encouraged as part of safeguarding and community expectations.
Parent Experience

History
Notre Dame Preschool received authorization to operate on Dominican soil when the Secretary of Education signed a permission letter on August 29, 1995. The school is named after the Mother of God, Notre Dame (Our Lady in French). The institution is located at Manuel de Jesús Troncoso #52, Ensanche Paraíso, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 10126. This date marks the origins of Notre Dame School in the Dominican Republic.

Community
Notre Dame School hosts community events such as Kids in Business, where students work in teams to create a company, design a product, and sell it at a bazaar to develop creativity and problem-solving skills. The program combines academic knowledge with hands-on entrepreneurship experiences to prepare students for the modern world. The Science Fair is an annual event sponsored by NASA's GLOBE Program; students present investigations and experiments following the scientific method, with the current theme focusing on the Mangrove Ecosystem. Upcoming events listed include March 19–20 and April 23–24.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The NOTRE DAME School PTO is a nonprofit group whose membership includes all parents, legal guardians, and staff at Notre Dame School. The PTO's mission is to promote open communication and understanding between parents and staff. The PTO sponsors assistance to teachers in the classroom, holds fundraisers for supplemental educational materials and experiences, supports school and family social interaction, and provides a non-biased forum for sharing information on issues that impact our children. It is our belief that the teamwork of a parent–teacher organization offers the best possible learning environment for our children.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Notre Dame School is located at Manuel de Jesús Troncoso #52, Ensanche Paraíso, Santo Domingo 10126, Dominican Republic. The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC) and by the Council of International Schools (CIS). It focuses on developing 21st‑century skills through technology, science, arts, ethics, environmental education, and sports within local and international environments. Notre Dame has been recognized as a Microsoft Innovative Showcase School since 2010. It is a member of NASA's GLOBE Program since 1996 and emphasizes bilingual and interdisciplinary approaches to learning.

Sports Facilities
Sports are integrated into the school's approach to education as part of developing physical and global citizenship. After-school workshops run Monday through Thursday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. There is a Saturday futsal academy from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The school emphasizes sports as a key element of 21st‑century learning.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum is innovative, broad and balanced, aligned to content, national and international standards. The School Curriculum Map covers content from first to twelfth grades for each subject area. Teaching and learning goals include high‑quality teaching, a broad and balanced curriculum, and a range of enrichment experiences to connect learning with real‑world issues. The school promotes bilingual and interdisciplinary approaches and aims to develop global and digital citizens. The school also participates in NASA's GLOBE Program and has Microsoft Innovative Showcase recognition as signs of its technology‑rich learning environment.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Kids in Business is an extracurricular program combining academic knowledge with hands‑on entrepreneurship experiences. Science Fair is an annual event sponsored by NASA's GLOBE Program, where students investigate scientific questions; this year's theme focuses on the Mangrove Ecosystem. NASA's GLOBE Program has been part of Notre Dame School since 1996, linking students with scientists around the world. In addition, after‑school activities include a 3:00 pm–5:00 pm workshop program and a Saturday futsal academy from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Kids in Business develops creativity and problem solving through interactive workshops where learners form teams, create a company, design a product, and sell it at a bazaar. Science Fair is an annual event sponsored by NASA's GLOBE Program, where students showcase investigations and projects following GLOBE protocols, including a focus on the mangrove ecosystem. Notre Dame School builds 21st-century skills through technology, science, arts, ethics, environmental education, and sports within local and international environments. The school is recognized by Microsoft as an Innovative Showcase School for technology education since 2010.

Arts & Creative
Arts is part of the school's 21st-century skill development. Notre Dame School created a mural that was exhibited at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C., during the Sant Ocean Hall opening in 2008.

Social & Hobbies
The Student Council represents students and engages them in school life, working in partnership with school management, staff, and parents. The National Honor Society has a chapter awarding medals and certificates of excellence to high-honor students (GPA 3.8+). The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) sponsors fundraising, assists teachers in the classroom, and promotes school-family social interaction.

Leadership & Professional
The Board of Directors provides direction and governance for Notre Dame School. The Student Council is a governance body representing students and is formed each year by the School Counselor. The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) promotes open communication, fundraising, and engagement between families and the school. The National Honor Society has a school chapter recognizing high-achieving students with medals and certificates.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are a core part of Notre Dame School, including a Futsal Boys Team that won the CLARO Cup and a Football Girls Team that won the Coca-Cola Cup. The school emphasizes physical development as part of its focus on 21st-century skills and overall well-being.
Reputation

Accreditations
New England Association of American Schools & Colleges (NEASC)
Council of International Schools (CIS)
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission criteria and language readiness. Admission requires families to fit the described school profile. Applicants must pass admission exams in English, Math, and Spanish. They must also pass a psychological exam. Applicants should have basic knowledge of English and/or Spanish from 7th grade onward; families with limited or no English/Spanish knowledge should commit to tutoring before admission.

2. Preschool admissions and class size. Preschool entrants must be at least three years old on or before December 31 of the academic year. In Preschool, class size aims for 25 students per class with a teacher and a teacher aide, while the Ministry of Education sets a 35-student classroom limit. From 1st through 12th grade, the school aims to enroll 25 students per class, with the Ministry's limit at 35 per classroom.

3. Admission evaluation, placement, and grade restrictions. The evaluation reflects the student's previous educational experience, age, maturity, linguistic proficiency, and academic needs; some students may be advised to take support classes. Students are placed in the appropriate level by age for K-1, or by the report card from the preceding school (Ordenanza1'96). Applications for Grades 11 and 12 will not be accepted. English is the main language of instruction, and there is an expectation that students have a satisfactory standard of English; non-English-speaking students should gain maximum exposure to the language; admission may be denied if English is not satisfactory at the time of application.

4. Application process and exam scheduling. After submitting the admissions request form and requirements, an appointment for the admissions exam is scheduled. The Head of the Psychology Department confirms exam results by phone or email to the parents, with confirmations sent on the next working day if the date falls on a weekend.

5. Post-admission documentation. After admission, the Registrar requires specific documents to complete the enrollment process, with lists varying by level (Preschool, Elementary/Middle, High School). Typical documents include birth certificates, registration forms, prior report cards, medical forms, vaccination certificates, and letters of good behavior, among others.

Waitlist
Waiting list is available. To add a request for the 2025-2026 school year waiting list, contact the school through the waiting list submission form on the site.
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