doris
doris
Find Schools
Events
Saved schools
My account
Parent Guide Parent testimonials Community Transparency Charter About For Schools
Currency
S

Saint Thomas School

Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo

Save school
Share
Navigate

· Reviewed by · Co-founder & CEO

Independently researched by doris.
Not yet claimed by the school
Claim your profile
The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees DOP 7,750 - 13,400
Ages 1 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Secondary School
Introduction

Saint Thomas School in Santo Domingo offers Preschool through High School on a private campus. The American-based curriculum, aligned with Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, AERO Standards, and the Dominican Republic's mandated curricula, leads to a rigorous college-preparatory program and AP courses for high achievers. The school's eclectic, constructivist approach emphasizes active inquiry, integration of knowledge, and development of social skills for real-world applications. Classes leverage interactive smart boards, high-speed internet, and multimedia resources across science labs, technology spaces, and a large library with digital resources. A dedicated innovation laboratory and applied sciences laboratories support hands-on learning in STEM, while a large multipurpose auditorium hosts events and performances. World languages, arts spaces, and music/dance facilities supplement the curriculum. The 10,000-square-meter campus includes extensive sports facilities, art spaces, a chess room, and after-school programs that promote health, creativity, and leadership. This focus guides students toward international universities. Globally accessible.

C. Juan Tomás Mejía y Cotes 43, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

The Essentials

Saint Thomas School has instruction in English.

Location
Located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The campus is in the Arroyo Hondo Viejo area and spans over 10,000 square meters. The address is Juan Tomas Mejía y Cotes #43, Arroyo Hondo Viejo, Santo Domingo.

Stages
Early Childhood (Nido to Kinder); Elementary School (First through Fifth); Middle & High School (Sixth through Twelfth).

Type
Private educational institution offering preschool through high school.

Country affiliation
Dominican Republic; Ministry of Education recognizes Saint Thomas School as operating at primary and secondary levels.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private institution. The Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic recognizes Saint Thomas School as operating at the primary and secondary levels.
Fees

Annual tuition at Saint Thomas School ranges from DOP 7,750 to DOP 13,400 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No public, fixed application fee amount is published. The school's pre-registration and admissions process indicates that families must complete a pre-registration form and will be contacted to schedule an in-person visit where all admission details are provided.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish a detailed tuition schedule for Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, or High School on the publicly accessible admissions/pre-registration information. Specific per-term and per-year tuition figures are not available in the school's public admissions materials. Families are provided full fee details during the admissions meeting that follows pre-registration.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A public billing schedule (for example: number of payments per year, due dates by term, or penalties for late payment) is not posted in the school's public admissions or pre-registration materials. Billing and payment terms are handled through the admissions office and are communicated directly to families during the in-person admissions meeting after pre-registration.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Saint Thomas School operates as a day school for Preschool through Grade 12; there is no published information indicating an on-campus boarding program or boarding fees. No boarding fee schedule is available.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, transport, extracurriculars, deposits, technology, exam fees)

- No itemized public schedule for additional costs such as uniforms, textbooks, transportation, extracurricular fees, enrollment deposit, technology fees, or external exam fees is posted in the publicly available admissions or pre-registration materials. These ancillary costs are provided to families as part of the admissions packet or during the in-person admissions meeting.

Refund information

- There is no publicly posted refund policy or schedule (for application fees, deposits, or tuition) in the school's admissions or pre-registration pages. Refund terms are communicated directly to families during the admissions process.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, checks, installments)

- A public list of accepted payment methods is not provided in the admissions or pre-registration information. Payment methods and options are addressed by the admissions office and explained to families during the admissions meeting following pre-registration.

How families receive fee information

- Families must complete the school's pre-registration form. After pre-registration, the school contacts the family to schedule an in-person visit; all pertinent admissions and fee information is provided at that meeting. For direct inquiries by phone or email, the school's published office phone and email may be used. Office hours are posted for Monday–Friday.

Summary of availability (academic year requested)

- A detailed, publicly posted fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) was not found in the school's publicly available admissions or pre-registration materials. The admissions/pre-registration process states that full fee details are provided to families during the in-person admissions meeting scheduled after pre-registration. Because specific fee figures, billing schedules, refund policies, and payment-method lists are not published in the public admissions content, those items must be obtained directly from the school's admissions office.
Academics

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

Curriculum
Our meticulously designed curriculum aligns with the Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), AERO Standards, and the Dominican Republic's mandated curricula. This alignment ensures your child receives a comprehensive education that meets local and international expectations. The school offers a rigorous college preparatory program that aligns with the performance standards of local and international universities. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available for high school students who are selected based on strong academic performance. An eclectic, constructivist teaching approach provides students opportunities to develop, integrate, and apply acquired knowledge and social skills.

Gifted and Talented
AP courses are offered to high school students selected based on strong academic performance.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a dedicated values program that supports social and personal development, emphasizing initiative, integrity, and intelligence. Classrooms foster curiosity, creativity, and excellence through discussions, circle time activities, and other engaging experiences.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English Language Arts and Spanish are taught as part of the core curriculum.
Parent Experience

History
The school's educational journey started in 1995, beginning with pre-kindergarten and continuing to second grade, then expanding by one grade each year until high school. Saint Thomas School was founded as a private, independent, non-sectarian school serving Dominican and foreign populations seeking a United States–based curriculum. The school provides Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and High School education and prepares students for the 21st century by offering instruction in world languages and technology, supported by a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum. The school envisions a model of education offering a United States standard-based education that promotes lifelong learning, academic excellence, and the social skills necessary for a fulfilling, productive life.

Community
The school believes parents are essential participants in the learning process and should remain integral to their children's educational experience. The mission describes a nurturing learning environment where students, faculty, and community work together to develop the skills and knowledge essential for academic excellence, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility through a balanced education that will prepare students to contribute to a global society.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus spans over 10,000 square meters in Santo Domingo. It features modern, well-equipped facilities designed to foster learning, creativity, and personal development. Classrooms are designed for innovation and engagement and include interactive smart boards, high-speed internet, and multimedia resources. The campus houses laboratories for applied sciences and a large library with books, digital resources, and study spaces. A large multipurpose auditorium hosts conferences, academic events, artistic performances, and gymnastics; the sports area supports soccer, futsal, basketball, volleyball, and more. There are dedicated spaces for art, music, and dance programs, as well as a chess room and other facilities.

Sports Facilities
An extensive sports area is dedicated to physical development, allowing practice and competition of soccer, futsal, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, table tennis, and taekwondo. Facilities include a soccer field, covered multi-purpose court, basketball court, volleyball court, and futsal court. A mini gym provides additional fitness space. These spaces support after-school athletic programs and student clubs.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are designed for innovation and engagement and are equipped with interactive smart boards, high-speed internet, and multimedia resources. The campus houses laboratories for applied sciences to enable hands-on learning. There are science laboratories as well as an innovation laboratory and a technology laboratory. An extensive library provides a vast collection of books, digital resources, and quiet study spaces. Other facilities support creative and collaborative learning in arts and technology.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school program allows students to practice different sports and join various clubs. Spaces support art, music, and dance programs, including an art room, music room, and dance room. Chess room provides space for strategic games. A large multipurpose auditorium hosts performances and events after hours. Libraries and conference rooms support clubs and study groups.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The curriculum aligns with Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and the Dominican Republic's mandated curricula. It offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses for high school students who demonstrate strong academic performance. The school uses an eclectic, constructivist teaching approach that encourages students to develop, integrate, and apply knowledge and social skills through meaningful, real-world learning experiences. It prepares students for college and international universities through a standards-based, college-preparatory program.

Arts & Creative
The school provides music, visual arts, and plastic arts as part of the curriculum, with additional performance opportunities. In Elementary, students study Music and Arts, while the Innovation Lab supports learning in Mathematics, Science, Engineering, and Robotics through technology and hands-on projects. The After School Program offers Dance, Guitar, Piano, and Arts and Crafts, expanding creative expression after the classroom day. Readathons and Cultural & Science Fairs showcase student creativity and projects.

Cultural & Language
The school provides instruction in world languages and technology. The After School Program includes Model United Nations and a Chess Club, fostering cultural awareness and debate skills. Elementary students participate in Cultural & Science Fairs and celebrate events such as Dominican Week, Thanksgiving, Christmas Concert, Independence Day Concert, and Mother's Day Concert & Exhibit.

Social & Hobbies
The After School Program offers Model United Nations, Chess Club, and a range of sports and arts activities. Activities include soccer, basketball, volleyball, taekwondo, dance, arts and crafts, guitar, piano, and table tennis. Students may participate in up to two activities per semester and enjoy opportunities to build friendships and teamwork after the regular day.

Leadership & Professional
Saint Thomas School emphasizes leadership and personal growth. The Middle & High School program serves grades 6 through 12 and is committed to a student-centered environment with high expectations that actively promotes leadership, academic excellence, initiative, and integrity.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Campus facilities span more than 10,000 square meters in Santo Domingo, with 3,000 square meters dedicated to sports facilities and 1,000 square meters for arts facilities. The school offers extensive after-school sports and wellness activities and a broad athletics program that supports physical health and teamwork. The campus and programs are designed to support students' physical, mental, and social well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
English Language Arts and Spanish Language Arts are taught across levels. Elementary includes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Health, Social Studies, and Spanish. Middle & High School includes Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, Spanish Language Arts, Social Studies, and Sociales. The school serves students from Early Childhood through Middle & High School (6th–12th).

Bilingual Teaching
English and Spanish language arts are taught across grade levels. English Language Arts is offered in Middle & High School. Spanish Language Arts is offered in Middle & High School, and Spanish is part of the Elementary curriculum. Early Childhood to 12th grade encompasses all levels.
Reputation

Accreditations
The Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic recognizes Saint Thomas School as operating at the primary and secondary levels.
Cognia
College Board
AINEP
Get Alma
National Honor Society
Core Standards
Next Generation Science
OnAtlas
Core Essentials
Ministerio de Educación.gob.do
Tynker
Amira Learning
Admissions

Admissions
To enroll a new student at Saint Thomas School, you must complete and send the Pre-registration form. After you do so, we will reach out to you to schedule an in-person visit, during which you will receive all pertinent information. The Pre-registration form collects details such as the student's grade, school year, previous school, and parental contact information, among other items. Office hours are Monday–Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
School Events
The school has not added events
Compare Saint Thomas School with
vs Domínico Americano School
Search for more schools
Search schools in Dominican Republic View all schools in Santo Domingo View all schools in Dominican republic American curriculum schools in Dominican Republic Open days & tours in Santo Domingo What is the American curriculum? View all schools Search all schools