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Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo
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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
