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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 10
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Ashton School is a privately owned, independent Dominican/International school in the Dominican Republic serving students from 1 to 18 years old across Pre-Kinder to 12th grade. It operates on two campuses, Santo Domingo and Vistacana (Punta Cana), with instruction delivered in English for core subjects and MINERD-aligned Spanish and Dominican Social Studies. The school offers an American Curriculum with Advanced Placement and a bespoke program, anchored in the U.S. Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, with biblical integration. Ashton is accredited by Cognia and recognized by MINERD. Founded in 1998, the school has grown to approximately 497 students. Facilities include a library and a Dream Maker Lab for hands-on STEM and Maker projects, plus a sports center, gym, cafeteria, swimming pool, a tennis court, and basketball/volleyball courts, with an indoor futsal area to support safe, well-resourced learning across campuses. The program includes AP and Honors courses, Learning Expeditions, and Learning through Internships, and a robust set of clubs such as Model United Nations, National Honor Society, and Debate.
Ashton School has 497 pupils, typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
The Ashton School operates two campuses: Santo Domingo Campus at Calle Jacinto Mañón
16, Ensanche Paraíso, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 11202, and Vistacana Campus at Calle Boulevard Turistico del Este KM 12.5, Sector Vistacana, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic.
Stages
Pre-school, elementary and secondary school levels.
Application fees - No fixed public application or registration fee amount is published for Ashton School for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The admissions process requires an online application form and submission of supporting documents; any application or registration fee is handled by the Admissions Office at the time of application.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - Ashton School does not publish a public, itemized tuition schedule (per term or per year) for individual year groups on its public pages. Exact annual and per-term tuition rates for each grade are provided by the school's Finance/Admissions office and through the parent billing portal. Families should expect that tuition is billed through the school's billing system and that separate charges may apply for extracurricular programmes, the cafeteria, or other services.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school operates a formal billing and payment system managed through the parent/finance portal (FACTS / RENWeb). Payment plans and schedules (including options for multiple children) are handled through that system and the Finance Office. The school's public admissions information states that the payment schedule establishes payment plans for families with more than one child. Accepted payment methods listed by the school are Cash, Credit Card, and UEPA PAY.
Boarding fees - Ashton School lists two campuses (Santo Domingo and Vistacana) and describes facilities and programmes for day students; there is no public listing of a boarding programme or any boarding fees. Accordingly, there are no published boarding fees for the school.
Other costs and fees (uniforms, transport, meals, extracurriculars, resources) - Extracurricular activities (Gators Club, ACE programmes, leadership programmes, swimming, etc.) require separate registration and are managed via the school's extracurricular pages and registration forms; these programmes charge additional fees that are handled during registration. - The school operates a cafeteria service; meal charges are managed separately from tuition through the parents' billing arrangements. - No public, itemized costs for uniforms, bus/transport fees, textbooks, or school supplies are posted. Such items are typically billed or purchased separately and may appear on billing statements or registration forms.
Refund information - No public refund policy or explicit refund amounts for tuition, application fees, or extracurricular fees are posted on the school's public pages. Refunds or charge adjustments, if applicable, are handled according to the school's billing and administrative policies as administered through the Finance Office and the parent billing portal.
Fee payment options - Cash. - Credit card. - UEPA PAY (electronic payment option listed by the school). - Billing and account management are processed using the FACTS / RENWeb parent/finance portal (parents use the portal to view invoices and manage payments).
How billing is normally managed (practical notes for a parent using this entry) - Invoices, payment plans and sibling discounts are administered through the school's billing system (FACTS/RENWeb). Extracurricular programme registrations use separate registration forms and will generate additional charges if applicable. For programme-specific fees (after-school clubs, sports clinics, swim school, etc.), registration portals and forms list the registration process and contacts.
Summary of findings (brief) - A public, itemized tuition schedule (per term and per grade) for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) is not published on the school's publicly accessible pages. Publicly available information confirms the school's accepted payment methods, use of FACTS/RENWeb for billing, the existence of separate extracurricular registrations, and that Ashton operates as a day school without a listed boarding programme. For precise numeric amounts (application fee, per-grade tuition per term and per year, uniform cost, transport fees, refund rules), the school's Admissions/Finance offices and the parent billing portal are the channels through which the school issues official invoices and payment schedules.
Academics
Ashton School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The school delivers a guaranteed, viable, and research-based curriculum, informed by the U.S. Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, with Biblical integration, in English; Spanish and Dominican Social Studies follow MINERD standards to support college readiness for local and foreign universities.
Higher Education Progression
The school is Cognia/SACS accredited and MINERD-recognized, and prepares students for universities abroad.
Gifted and Talented
Equitable & Extended Talent Development offers Learning Expeditions, Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors courses, Learning through Internships (LtI) in upper secondary, and clubs such as National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Junior Achievement, and Debate; Ashton Connections and Enrichment (ACE) provides afternoon arts and sports programs.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Ashton School fosters socio-emotional development and mental well-being with guidance from teachers, advisors, counselors, and administrators. The school maintains a Culture of Grace that informs daily interactions and student conduct. Students have leadership and extended learning opportunities through clubs such as Student Council, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Junior Achievement, Debate, and First Lego League. The school also promotes global perspectives and cultural diversity while honoring Dominican heritage, and encourages service learning and community involvement.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction in core subjects across pre-school, elementary, and secondary levels, with Spanish instruction provided in MINERD-aligned subjects.
Mental Wellbeing
The school provides an environment where students enjoy school and work toward socio-emotional and mental well-being with guidance from teachers, advisors, counselors, and administrators.
Safeguarding
The Ashton School enforces child-protection and reporting procedures in accordance with Ley 136-03 and aligns with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Admissions
Admissions
The admissions process is conducted online for the 2026-2027 school year. The Admissions Application is organized into sections for Student Information, Education History, Family Information, Medical History, and Other Insights, and includes an Open House section. Applicants choose a campus (Santo Domingo or Vistacana) and provide details such as student name, date of birth, current grade and school, parent contact information, and reasons for seeking admission.
FAQs
What curriculum does Ashton School follow?
The school delivers a guaranteed, viable, and research-based curriculum, informed by the U.S.
What age range does Ashton School serve?
The school serves students from age 1 to 18.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Ashton School?
The school has approximately 497 students.
Where is Ashton School located?
The Ashton School operates two campuses: Santo Domingo Campus at Calle Jacinto Mañón #16, Ensanche Paraíso, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 11202, and Vistacana Campus at Calle Boulevard Turistico del Este KM 12.
When was Ashton School established?
The school was established in 1998.
Who leads Ashton School?
The school is led by Ms. Inés Gygax.
Does the school provide SEN support?
No SEN provision information is publicly available. Parents with children who need additional learning support should enquire directly with the school.
What languages are used for instruction?
The school teaches in English for core subjects and provides Spanish instruction for MINERD-required subjects.
How do I apply to Ashton School?
The admissions process is conducted online for the 2026-2027 school year.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Dream Maker Lab supports creative design and MAKER projects, with 3D printers available to facilitate hands-on creation.
What accreditations does Ashton School hold?
The Ashton School of Santo Domingo is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), the accrediting body of Cognia (formerly AdvancedED).
