FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is the school located?
    Our campus is in Piantini, a thriving neighborhood in the heart of Santo Domingo. Our address is: Saint George School, C/ Porfirio Herrera #6, Ensanche Piantini, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
  • What curricula do you teach?

    From Infant through to Upper School, we teach an international curriculum with a strong British foundation, which also integrates the Dominican Republic’s National Plan of Studies.

    At Upper School, this includes the globally respected Cambridge IGCSE program (ages 14 to 16) and renowned International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) (ages 16 to 18). We’re proud to be the only school in the country to offer both courses.

  • What languages do you teach in?
    Saint George is a truly bilingual school. We teach in both English and Spanish, ensuring our students become fluent dual-language communicators. Bilingualism also cultivates a deep cultural appreciation, nurturing respectful global citizens who are ready for success in our interconnected world.
  • What size are your classes?
    Our class sizes vary by age group. However, our average staff to student ratio is just 1 to 7. This gives our teachers the time and space to get to know your child, identify and nurture their talents, and provide the right level of support and challenge.
  • Does Saint George have a preschool?
    Yes, we do! We offer the best possible Infant School education to children aged from 2 to 5 years old.
  • Do you run an after-school program?
    Yes, we offer an extensive extra-curricular program. This includes a variety of sports, such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, and rhythmic gymnastics, as well as intellectual enrichment, creative, and music activities.
  • What nationalities are represented at Saint George?
    We’re proud of our diverse community, which is currently home to students, parents, and teachers from more than 45 countries.
  • Where are your teachers from?
    Saint George is home to the very best teachers from around the world. Currently, this includes highly qualified staff from the United States, the UK, China, Lebanon, Trinidad and Tobago, India, Cuba, Venezuela, Spain, El Salvador, and the Philippines.
  • Which universities do your students go to?
    The success of our IBDP students – both in terms of their points score and breadth of skills and achievements – is recognized by the world’s top universities. Many secure prestigious scholarships, too, which reflects our reputation for educational excellence. Recent graduates have gone on to study at Yale, Columbia, Georgia Tech, and the University of Chicago, among many others.
  • What accreditations does the school hold?
    The school is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC), and the Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic. We’re also a member of The Council of International Schools (CIS).

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