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Saint Joseph School

Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1999
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, English
Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Saint Joseph School is an international institution in the Dominican Republic offering a U.S.-type college preparatory education in English, with Spanish language instruction and a Dominican social studies program to meet local requirements. Accredited by the Dominican Republic Ministry of Education since 1999 and by Cognia (AdvancED), the school serves students from ages 1 through 18 and is organized into Early Education, Elementary, and High School divisions. The curriculum blends American standards with Advanced Placement courses and the IB Diploma Programme. ESL and SSL support, Differentiated Instruction, AP, and Math Interventions support diverse learners. Classes run with modest sizes—14 in Early Education to 25 in upper grades. The campus features a Technology Lab in each division, dedicated Art and Music spaces, plus a motor-skills gym, a Space Maker and a Science Lab. The Wolves Afterschool Program, a Values program, and a leadership focus underpin a holistic, citizenship-driven education.

Av. Pedro Henríquez Ureña 95, Santo Domingo 10107, Dominican Republic

The Essentials

Saint Joseph School has instruction in English.

Location
Ave. Pedro H. Ureña No. 95, Ens. La Esperilla, Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic.

Stages
Early Education: Toddlers I (1 year old) – Kindergarten; Elementary School: Grades 1–6; High School: Grades 7–12.

Type
International school offering a U.S.-type college-preparatory curriculum in English, with a Spanish language and Dominican social studies program.

Additional learning support
ESL (English as a Second Language); SSL (Spanish as a Second Language); Differentiated instruction; AP Program (Advanced Placement); Academic interventions; Math Center.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Saint Joseph School is run daily by an Academic Director, while the Board of Directors—composed of community members—governs the school under the mandate of the Saint Joseph School Board of Trustees. Ownership has been held by the Board of Trustees since 2004. The current Board includes President Ms. Martha Madera, Treasurer Mr. Jorge Torres, Secretary Mr. Allam de Moya, and Members Mr. Hipólito Marte and Mr. Jhoan Manuel Vargas.
Fees
Application fee

- Application (admissions evaluation) fee: USD 30, payable with the application.


Tuition fees (by year group and per term)

- Detailed tuition rates by grade and by term are not published publicly. Parents must obtain the school's official fee schedule (the Registration Contract and fee schedule are provided during registration). The Admissions Office requires completion of application and registration steps prior to selecting a payment plan.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Families select a payment plan at registration; the school's Registration Contract specifies the available billing schedules and payment deadlines. Specific per-term or per-month billing dates and late‑payment terms are set in that contract and are not published in the public admissions material.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered; Saint Joseph School operates as a day school (Early Education through Grade 12). Boarding fees are therefore not applicable.

Other costs and fees

- Registration / enrollment paperwork: a completed Registration Form and Registration Contract are required at enrolment.
- Additional household costs commonly charged by schools (uniforms, textbooks and workbooks, school supplies, extracurricular/activity fees, field trips, meals, and optional transport) are applicable but individual amounts and whether each is billed separately are not published in the publicly available admissions materials. Exact amounts for these items are provided in the registration packet / fee schedule.

Refund information

- Refund and cancellation terms are set out in the Registration Contract provided at registration; specific refund amounts, deadlines, and conditions are not published in the publicly accessible admissions material.

Fee payment options

- Parents choose a payment plan at registration; the publicly available admissions information does not list the school's accepted payment methods (for example: which credit cards, bank transfer details, or online payment platforms are accepted). Payment-method details are provided with the Registration Contract and at the time parents select their payment plan.

How to obtain the full, current fee schedule

- For the official, itemised fee schedule for the upcoming academic year and for complete billing terms (including any per-grade, per-term amounts and schedules), contact the Admissions Office or the school's main contact channels. The school's admissions page and contact information list the Admissions Office phone and the school email for enquiries.
Academics

Saint Joseph School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Saint Joseph School follows a U.S.-type college preparatory curriculum in English. It is accredited by the Dominican Republic Ministry of Education since 1999 and by Cognia (AdvancED). It complies with Dominican Ministry curriculum requirements by offering a Spanish language and Dominican social studies program. The school is organized into three divisions: Early Education (Toddlers I - Kindergarten), Elementary (Grades 1-6), and High School (Grades 7-12). Programs for learning differences include ESL (English as a Second Language), SSL (Spanish as a Second Language), Differentiated Instruction, AP Program (Advanced Placement), Academic Interventions, and a Math Center. Maximum class sizes range from 14 in Toddlers to 25 in upper grades.

Gifted and Talented
AP Program (Advanced Placement) is available for advanced learners. Differentiated instruction and academic interventions support high-achieving students.
Parent Experience

History
Saint Joseph School was founded in 1999 to provide the community with an international school that offers quality education in a safe, supporting, and challenging environment enhanced by technology and the contributions of the school community. The Board of Trustees, formed by parents and members of our community, has owned the School since 2004. Saint Joseph School follows a U.S.-type college preparatory curriculum in English, while also complying with the Dominican Ministry of Education by offering a Spanish language and Dominican social studies program. The school also offers a formative program of education in values, physical education, fine arts, computer skills, and other extracurricular activities that serve to complement the academic programs.

Community
The school recognizes the vital role families play in student success and highlights active participation by the SJS Parents Association in the life of the school. The Parents Association contributes to key events and calendar activities, including Meet & Greet and Thanksgiving celebrations, a breast cancer awareness fundraiser, and Welcome to Christmas and Tree Lighting activities. The association also hosts informative talks on addiction prevention and supports initiatives such as the 'Disconnect to Connect' conference by Marc Masip and the launch of the Restart book by Ney Díaz. These efforts demonstrate the community-focused approach that underpins school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Saint Joseph School relies on the active involvement of its Parents Association to advance the school's mission and strengthen home–school partnerships. The association provides unwavering support and participates in significant activities of the school calendar, including Meet & Greet, Thanksgiving celebrations, breast cancer awareness fundraising, and Welcome to Christmas and Tree Lighting events. It also organizes educational and preventive talks, such as addiction-prevention sessions, to support student welfare. The association's efforts extend to events that foster community, welcome new families, and promote student engagement across grade levels. Through these activities, the Parents Association helps create a welcoming, collaborative school environment that complements classroom learning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Saint Joseph School has three divisions: Early Education (Toddlers I–Kindergarten), Elementary School (Grades 1–6), and High School (Grades 7–12). Each division has its own Technology Lab, and dedicated Art and Music classrooms. Early Education features a motor-skills gym; the Elementary School includes a Space Maker; and the High School has a Science Lab.

Academic Facilities
Saint Joseph School provides a Technology Lab for each division, plus separate Art and Music classrooms. Early Education includes a motor-skills gym. The Elementary School houses a Space Maker. The High School is equipped with a Science Lab.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Wolves Afterschool Program provides a safe and fun learning environment after school from Monday through Thursday. It serves ages 1 year to 5 years in the Early Education site from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and ages 6 and up in the Elementary site from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The program includes sports and cultural activities to develop social and intellectual abilities. An Afterschool Registration Form is available for enrollment and a dedicated Afterschool Program Coordinator oversees the program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Saint Joseph School offers a U.S.-type rigorous academic program based on Common Core Standards and New Generation Standards. The school is accredited by Cognia (AdvancED) and complies with Dominican Ministry of Education curriculum requirements by offering a Spanish language and Dominican social studies program. The program emphasizes critical thinking, reading, writing, oral communication and mathematical reasoning, and promotes citizenship, patriotism, and moral and family values. Saint Joseph School is divided into Early Education, Elementary (grades 1–6), and High School (grades 7–12), with each division equipped with its own Technology Lab, Art and Music classrooms, a motor-skill gym, a Space Maker, and a Science Lab.

Arts & Creative
Art and Music classrooms are provided in every division. Each division has its own Technology Lab, and fine arts are included as part of the formative program alongside other extracurricular activities. The school's formative program also emphasizes a broad range of arts-related experiences as part of overall development.

Cultural & Language
The curriculum includes a Spanish language and Dominican social studies program aligned with Dominican requirements. Beginning in Kindergarten, instruction in Spanish language arts and social studies helps students become fluent, bilingual individuals. Language support includes ESL (English as a Second Language) and SSL (Spanish as a Second Language) for learners requiring additional assistance.

Social & Hobbies
The Wolves Afterschool Program provides a safe, engaging environment after school from Monday through Thursday, with activities that build social and intellectual skills. It operates 3:00–5:00 p.m. for early education (ages 1–5) and 3:00–6:00 p.m. for elementary (ages 6 and up). The program incorporates sports and cultural activities and offers registration through a dedicated form.

Community & Service
The Values Program reinforces Health & Character Education from Kindergarten through 8th grade, with a monthly value guiding classroom and school activities. Educators integrate these values into daily interactions, homeroom, flag ceremonies and school life. The program promotes honesty, equality, self-discipline and service to the school and community.

Leadership & Professional
The school seeks to educate lifelong learners with an international mindset, grounded in family values, so that students act with integrity, solidarity, determination and balance. The Vision emphasizes developing critical thinking and self and group awareness through a dynamic curriculum, with service to the school and community as a core aspect of leadership development. The motto “Developing Leaders” reflects a focus on leadership within its values-based approach.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school states an environment that supports intellectual, emotional, social, physical and aesthetic growth. The Values Program links Health and Character Education to daily life, while physical education and fine arts are integral parts of the broader wellbeing and extracurricular ecosystem. Extracurricular and arts offerings complement the academic program to support overall wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction for Saint Joseph School's U.S.-type college preparatory curriculum. Spanish language and Dominican social studies are provided to comply with the Dominican Ministry of Education. From Kindergarten onward, instruction includes Spanish language arts and social studies, enabling students to become fluent, bilingual individuals. ESL (English as a Second Language) and SSL (Spanish as a Second Language) supports are available to assist language learners.

Bilingual Teaching
Spanish language arts and social studies are taught in all grades beginning in Kindergarten, enabling students to become fluent, bilingual individuals. English language support is available through ESL for learners who need English as a second language.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Step 1: Admissions Requirements. Saint Joseph School invites families to visit during Open House dates or schedule a private orientation to learn about the programs. Families may start the application process as early as September of the previous school year. They must fill out the application forms and gather the listed documents to be considered for admissions. The documents include: Pre-Registration Form; one 2x2 student photo; Family Interview Form; Recommendation Form; copies of the most recent report card and the previous school year; copies of the ID cards or guardians' IDs (passport if foreigner); copy of the student's birth certificate; the US$30 application fee for the admissions evaluation; and for new families from abroad, a certificate of good conduct or letter of employment. For questions, contact the Admissions Office at (809) 540-8992 Ext: 245.
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