Frequently asked questions

Yes. Through Advanced Placement (AP) courses, SAT preparation, ongoing academic support, and personalized college counseling, students build strong academic profiles and prepare to apply to universities locally and internationally.

In Elementary School, students build strong foundations in reading, writing, Mathematics, and Science while developing social skills, curiosity, and positive learning habits. 

In High School, the curriculum becomes more in-depth and specialized. Students strengthen their critical-thinking and analytical skills, develop greater independence, and begin preparing for future academic pathways through increasingly advanced subjects and electives.

Screen time is managed intentionally and in a balanced way according to each student’s age and stage of development. In the early years, device use is limited to prioritize physical, social, and emotional development. As students progress through the grades, technology is purposefully integrated as a learning tool alongside hands-on activities.

In the early years, students enjoy a balanced bilingual experience. In Toddlers and Pre-K, Spanish is prioritized while English is introduced naturally through age-appropriate learning experiences. Exposure to English then increases progressively, reaching approximately 60% English and 40% Spanish in the later grades.

Physical education classes begin in first grade, supporting students’ physical development, coordination, and healthy habits from an early age.

New Horizons School combines a close-knit community with a global education system. Its Learning.First™ approach places each student at the center, using data to enhance learning, develop essential life skills, and provide international opportunities that prepare students for the future.

Students’ progress is continuously measured through internal assessments, projects, teacher observations, and standardized tests such as MAP. These insights inform teaching decisions and allow educators to support each student’s individual development.

New Horizons School combines standards such as the United States Common Core with programs such as Advanced Placement (AP), allowing students to access college-level content and strengthen their international academic profiles.

Advanced Placement (AP) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) are internationally recognized academic programs, but they offer different approaches.

The AP program allows students to take specific college-level courses based on their interests, offering greater flexibility and specialization. In contrast, the IB is a comprehensive program with a structured curriculum covering multiple subject areas simultaneously.

At New Horizons School, we offer AP courses, allowing students to explore key areas in greater depth, strengthen their academic profiles, and prepare for college with greater focus.

Students prepare for assessments such as MAP, PSAT, SAT, and AP through ongoing academic support, personalized guidance, and teaching strategies designed to strengthen their performance.

New Horizons School has been part of International Schools Partnership - ISP since 2023, marking a new stage of growth and providing access to a global network of schools and greater academic opportunities for our students.

New Horizons School holds international accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), reflecting its high standards of academic and institutional quality. It is also recognized by the Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic (MINERD) and offers College Board programs, including Advanced Placement (AP). These accreditations ensure an education aligned with national and international standards.

An international curriculum helps students develop critical thinking, adaptability, and a global perspective. It can also support access to universities in different countries while broadening their future academic and career opportunities.

The admissions process includes completing an application, submitting the required documentation, taking an academic assessment appropriate to the student’s grade level, and participating in a family interview.

Throughout the process, our Admissions team provides each family with personalized guidance to ensure a clear and supportive experience.

• Initial contact and a school visit
• Student assessment
• Family interview
• Confirmation of availability and enrollment

From the first point of contact, each family receives attentive, personalized support. The Admissions team provides step-by-step guidance, coordinating campus visits, assessments, and interviews with support from the academic and psychology teams. This ensures a clear, efficient experience tailored to each family’s needs.

New Horizons School supports students from their first day through integration strategies, ongoing teacher guidance, and support from the psychology team, helping them adjust positively both academically and socially.

Yes. Before the school year begins, New Horizons School holds orientation sessions for new families, providing essential information about school life, academic processes, and communication channels.

NHS has two campuses in the Dominican Republic: one in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Santo Domingo and another in Los Jardines Metropolitanos in Santiago. Both campuses are easily accessible and offer families a safe, welcoming environment.

Yes. Families can schedule a school tour to explore our facilities, learn more about our educational approach, and receive personalized answers to their questions. To arrange a visit, please complete our inquire now form 

New Horizons School has safeguarding protocols, trained staff, continuous monitoring, and a psychology team that supports students’ social-emotional development, ensuring a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.

NHS offers a bilingual education in English and Spanish, integrated into the curriculum from Early Childhood through High School.

Students develop life competencies such as critical thinking, communication, leadership, digital literacy, teamwork, and emotional self-management, preparing them for life and the future.

English is taught as a second language within a bilingual model. Through progressive exposure and the use of English across different subjects, students develop academic and communicative fluency throughout their education.

Yes. Students receive support through differentiated classroom instruction, tutoring, and personalized academic monitoring.

This helps them develop their language skills progressively, at a pace suited to their individual needs, while supporting their integration into the bilingual learning environment.

We provide differentiated instruction, tutoring, and personalized support both inside and outside the classroom to help every student make progress.

We maintain close communication with families through our school’s digital platform, where we share academic information and updates on student progress.

We also communicate through email, meetings, and direct contact with teachers and the academic team, ensuring that parents remain informed and supported throughout their child’s educational journey.

Bilingualism is part of everyday life at New Horizons. Students progressively learn in both English and Spanish, with each used as a language of instruction. This approach helps them develop strong academic and communication skills in both languages throughout their education.

New Horizons School was founded in Santo Domingo in 1977 with 48 students, becoming the city’s first bilingual school.

Since then, NHS has expanded its facilities, academic programs, and community, including the opening of its Santiago campus in 2003.

In 2023, New Horizons School entered a new chapter by joining International Schools Partnership - ISP, strengthening its educational offering with a global perspective.

New Horizons School is part of International Schools Partnership - ISP, a global network of schools. This connection gives students access to international academic standards, global opportunities, and an education designed for an increasingly interconnected world.

Students can participate in sports, academic clubs, arts activities, and projects that complement their education and help them develop valuable personal skills.

Through ISP, students have access to international academic, cultural, and athletic experiences that broaden their global perspective and support their personal development.

New Horizons School offers science, technology, and robotics laboratories, as well as dedicated arts and sports spaces designed to support all-round learning.

Yes. Wearing the school uniform is mandatory and an important part of school life, promoting a sense of order, identity, and belonging within the community.

Yes. New Horizons School has a parent association and offers opportunities for families to play an active role in school life, contribute to school initiatives, and stay connected with the wider school community.

New Horizons School regularly shares job opportunities through its official channels. If you are interested in joining our team, please send your CV to the Human Resources department at the relevant campus or check our official channels for new openings.

Santo Domingo: recruitment.ispsd@newhorizons.edu.do
Santiago: recruitment.ispstgo@newhorizons.edu.do