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Dominican Republic, Cabarete
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English is the primary language of instruction across classes. Spanish is used in instruction in Preschool and Phase 1, with a Spanish language instructor on hand. The majority of staff are bilingual, and many students speak more than one language. ISLA supports multilingual learners and has had success with ESL students.
Classes are taught primarily in English. In Preschool and Phase 1, a Spanish language instructor is always on hand. The staff is bilingual, and the majority of students speak more than one language. ISLA embraces different cultures and languages.
ISLA Academy Cabarete is a private international school offering Pre-K through 12th grade with an American Curriculum and Advanced Placement options. The Cabarete campus (Playa Laguna) features extensive outdoor space, a dedicated sports facility, a garden, a treehouse, a rock wall, a zipline, a mud kitchen, and a breezy patio with lawn areas. Classes are taught primarily in English by internationally certified teachers, and the school operates an exclusively inquiry-based program that connects learning to real-world contexts. Each student follows an individualized learning plan shaped by their level, interests and learning style, with language support woven into daily lessons. An additional campus at Las Terrenas complements the program. Facilities include a library, a cafeteria serving meals from the on-site ISLA garden, and after‑school clubs from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. The Director and Co-founder is Sean Bennett, and the Founding Curriculum Coordinator is Franco Rodriguez. Real-world projects and outdoor learning opportunities.
