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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
St. Michael's School offers an American curriculum taught in English, with Lengua Española y Estudios Sociales taught in Spanish. It serves grades 1-12 and is accredited by Cognia and MINERD. The standards-based program aligns with Common Core benchmarks and emphasizes higher-order thinking. The 180-day school year features seven periods per day, with graduates earning 29.1 credits. The campus includes a refreshed playing court, library and learning center on second floor, and Hub on first floor for dining and gatherings. A Robotics Laboratory and MakerSpace support hands-on STEM, with technology integrated across classes. Extracurriculars include Model United Nations, FIRST Robotics, Debate, and the National Honor Society. The school runs Guitar and Visual Arts clubs and offers Scouts and Roblox. Community service is integral, requiring 140 hours to graduate, and SMS participates in events with Centro de Educación Inicial San Martín de Porres. The Dolphin Cup is a biannual local soccer tournament.
St. Michael's School has instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Héctor Inchaustegui
8, Ensanche Piantini, Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic. Ensanche Piantini is a neighbourhood in Santo Domingo.
Stages
1st through 12th grade
School day structure
180 days per year; daily schedule of 7 periods.
Fees
Application / Evaluation Fees - Admissions/evaluation fee: RD$2,000.00 payable in cash at the school cashier on the day of the evaluation.
Deposit to Secure Place (Registration Deposit) - For admitted students a non‑refundable, non‑transferable deposit is required to secure a place. For the 2026/27 intake the required deposit for Grade 1 is US$3,375.00; this deposit is applied to the selected tuition payment plan and must be paid within the stated deadline after admission. The deposit is explicitly described as non‑refundable and non‑transferable.
Tuition fees by year group / per term - The school's public admissions and registration materials do not publish a grade‑by‑grade or term‑by‑term tuition schedule for the 2026/27 academic year. The required registration deposit is applied to a Tuition Payment Plan and the specific annual and per‑term tuition amounts and the full fee schedule are provided in the school's registration/Parent–School Agreement and tuition payment plan documents supplied to families at admission. (No publicly accessible, current table of tuition amounts per grade or per term was found in the school's published admissions or registration materials.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Deposit timing: the registration deposit must be paid within the deadline stated in the admissions confirmation (for 2026/27 Grade 1 deposits: within three days of admission). The deposit is applied to the selected Tuition Payment Plan and reduces the amount due under that plan. - Payment plans: families select a Tuition Payment Plan (Plan de Pago) as part of the enrollment process; the deposit is applied against that plan and the balance is due according to the chosen plan schedule (the Tuition Payment Plan due month referenced for 2026/27 is February 2026). Specific installment dates and deadlines are set out in the contract/enrollment paperwork given to admitted families. - Evaluation fee handling: the RD$2,000 evaluation fee is payable in cash at the cashier on evaluation day and is separate from the registration deposit.
Boarding / Residential fees - No boarding or residential program or boarding fees are listed in the school's admissions or registration materials; the school operates as a day school and no boarding fee schedule is published.
Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniforms: daily uniform and physical‑education uniform are required. Some uniform items (for example the school coat) are sold through the school store. Parents are responsible for purchasing the required uniform items. - Textbooks: textbooks are rented yearly and remain property of the school; families are responsible for the cost of any lost or damaged books. Rental arrangements and replacement charges are managed through the school. - School events, trips and extracurricular activities: excursions and other optional activities occur during the year and may be charged separately; costs for these activities are managed on an event‑by‑event basis. - Admission/exam payment: the admissions/examination payment is identified as non‑refundable in the school's registration/contract documents.
Refund information - The registration/Parent–School Agreement framework includes a refund policy. The school states that the registration/placement deposit is non‑refundable and non‑transferable for the relevant admissions cycle. Historic contract language used by the school (example contract provisions published with enrollment paperwork) defines a tiered refund schedule for withdrawal dates in earlier agreements (for example: 100% refund if withdrawal notified in February; 50% if notified before May 31; 25% for June 1–July 31; and no refunds after August 1 for that contract year). The admissions deposit and the admissions/exam fee are explicitly described as non‑refundable in current admissions materials.
Fee payment options (methods) - Cash: the admissions/evaluation fee (RD$2,000) is explicitly payable in cash at the school cashier. - Other payment methods: the publicly available admissions and registration materials reference Tuition Payment Plans and deposits but do not publish a complete list of accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card, or online payment portals are not described in the published materials). Specific accepted payment methods and the mechanics for tuition installment payments are set out in the enrollment paperwork and tuition payment plan provided to admitted families.
Summary of items not publicly published in admissions materials - A detailed tuition schedule showing per‑grade and per‑term tuition amounts for 2026/27 was not found in publicly available registration or admissions documents. Specific installment schedules and accepted payment methods beyond the cash evaluation fee are documented in the school's enrollment/tuition contract given to admitted families rather than posted as a public fee table.
Academics
St. Michael's School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.
Curriculum
The school delivers an international curriculum in English, with Lengua Española y Estudios Sociales taught in Spanish in compliance with MINERD requirements. The school serves 1st through 12th grade and is accredited by Cognia and MINERD. The curriculum uses a standards-based framework anchored in Common Core Curricular Standards and benchmarks, with a focus on higher-order thinking. The school year lasts 180 days with seven periods per day, and students earn 29.1 credits to graduate. Extracurriculars include Model United Nations, FIRST Robotics, Debate Club, and the National Honor Society, while Character Education and Religion are integrated into the program.
Higher Education Progression
81% of SMS graduates went to the United States, while 18% went to Europe and Latin America. Notable destinations include Northwestern University and UNIBE. Valedictorians include Sara Pagés, majoring in Data Science and Communications at Northwestern University, and Sara Gil, majoring in Psychology at UNIBE.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school teaches Social & Emotional Programs through Character Education, with virtues emphasized such as peace, respect, love, tolerance, happiness, responsibility, cooperation, humility, honesty, and simplicity. These virtues help students learn to resolve conflicts and foster a culture of peace, with explicit emphasis on tolerance, respect, honesty, and responsibility. Parent School (Escuela de Padres) provides resources to help families support healthy and happy homes aligned with SMS values. Una Esperanza (A Hope) is a year-round initiative focused on developing these virtues. Catholicism is taught as part of religion education while SMS remains secular in governance and respects diverse beliefs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The international curriculum is delivered in English, with Spanish Language (Lengua Española) and Social Studies (Estudios Sociales) classes offered in Spanish to comply with MINERD requirements.
Mental Wellbeing
Social & Emotional Programs emphasize virtues that support mental wellbeing, including peace, respect, love, tolerance, happiness, responsibility, and cooperation. These programs are reinforced through conflict-resolution efforts and a culture of peace. Una Esperanza (A Hope) reinforces year-round virtue development, and Parent School (Escuela de Padres) provides resources to support healthy family life aligned with SMS values. The school aims to provide a safe and physically comfortable environment to promote learning. Growth, safety, and respect are foundational beliefs in SMS's approach to well-being.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Application begins by filling the Inquiry to Admission Form to initiate the process. 2. Complete the Enrollment Form. To complete the form, provide digital copies of the following documents: previous year report card; current year report card; a letter of recommendation from the previous school (First Grade) or the Recommendation form (Second Grade onwards) – print, complete, and scan; a letter from the previous school informing there are no outstanding tuition payments (doesn't apply to SMS siblings); a 2x2 passport-type photograph; 3. Complete the Counseling form; 4. RD$2,000.00 in cash is paid on the evaluation day to the school's cashier. – Additional information: Registration fees; for important dates related to admissions and evaluation, refer to the Admissions Process. To request guided tours of facilities, contact the Admissions Department at 809-563-1707 ext. 809. 5. Annual Open House is held every October for prospective families to learn about SMS, its philosophy, values, and life at the school. STEP FOR 1st GRADE: Open House with a meeting for parents about the admission process and school life; Evaluation includes academic and psychological evaluations and a parents interview with the Directors Emeritus; evaluation date is set after required documents are completed; acceptance status is notified within six working days after the evaluation. Enrollment occurs after acceptance with hand-in of enrollment documents and tuition payment according to the chosen plan; Required documents for Evaluation include the previous and present year report cards, a recommendation and payment reference letters from the current school, two 2×2 photos, and a RD$2,000 evaluation fee. Hand in the following forms: Inquiry to Admission, Enrollment, Counseling. Required documents for Enrollment include the Registration form, Parent School Agreement for the applying school year, original birth certificate (Dominican-born applicants) or a legally translated copy if required, medical certificate, recent eye and hearing examination, updated inoculation record, final report card of the present school year (to be handed over before September; foreign report cards must be validated by MINERD and legally translated). STEP FOR 2ND–10TH GRADE: Informative Meeting; Evaluation includes academic evaluation, psychological evaluation, and a parents interview with the Directors Emeritus; evaluation date is after the required documents are submitted and reviewed; results are notified within seven working days after the evaluation. Enrollment requires handing in the enrollment documents and paying tuition according to the plan. Required documents for Evaluation include the report cards, a payment reference letter from the current school, two 2×2 photos, and a RD$2,000 evaluation fee. Hand in the forms: Inquiry to Admission, Enrollment, Counseling, Recommendation. Required enrollment documents include the Registration form, Parent School Agreement, original birth certificate or translated copy if required, medical certificate, eye and hearing examinations, updated inoculation record, final report card, MINERD certificate for Elementary-Middle grades (7th–10th), and a Social Services certificate if available (for 9th grade onward). 6. Special considerations: Students from other districts must have their grades validated by their district; Students from abroad must have foreign grades translated and legalized, then validated by MINERD and deposited with St. Michael's School. 7. Join SMS for more information and scheduling tours or open houses.
FAQs
What curriculum does St. Michael's School follow?
The school delivers an international curriculum in English, with Lengua Española y Estudios Sociales taught in Spanish in compliance with MINERD requirements. The school serves 1st through 12th grade and is accredited by Cognia and MINERD.
What age range does St. Michael's School serve?
The school serves students from age 6 to 18.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
Where is St. Michael's School located?
Héctor Inchaustegui #8, Ensanche Piantini, Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic. Ensanche Piantini is a neighbourhood in Santo Domingo.
When was St. Michael's School established?
The school was established in 1991.
Who leads St. Michael's School?
The school is led by Ms. Patricia Martinez.
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's international curriculum is delivered in English. Spanish language and Social Studies are taught in Spanish in compliance with MINERD requirements.
How do I apply to St. Michael's School?
1. Application begins by filling the Inquiry to Admission Form to initiate the process. 2. Complete the Enrollment Form.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Visual Arts Club teaches drawing, painting, sculpture, engraving, and design techniques.
