International School of Havana

What International School of Havana does

The International School of Havana (ISH) is a private, not-for-profit international school founded in 1965, operating two campuses in the Miramar district of Havana, Cuba. It is the only English-speaking international school in the country, serving approximately 220 students from 55+ nationalities, primarily the children of foreign diplomatic missions, United Nations personnel, and expatriate families from multinational corporations and NGOs temporarily residing in Cuba. The school delivers a continuous Pre-K to Grade 12 academic programme spanning ages 2.5 to 18, integrating Cambridge International Primary, Lower Secondary, and IGCSE programmes with the IB Diploma, the proprietary ISH Diploma, and the Global Impact Diploma as parallel high-school graduation pathways. It is accredited by NEASC, Cambridge International Education, the International Baccalaureate Organization, and the International Primary Curriculum, and operates as an official Cambridge English and TOEFL iBT examination centre for the wider community.

Revenue is generated primarily through annual tuition fees, supplemented by transportation services ($750-$1,300/year), per-subject examination fees, a recurring capital development fee, a four-week summer school programme ($105-$140/week), and Cambridge English/TOEFL examination fees charged to external adult candidates. The school uses standard education administrative technology, including ISH Moodle as its learning management system, PlusPortals for parent and student access, the Rediker admissions portal, and the FoodSys cashless cafeteria ordering system. Customer acquisition is direct, relying on referrals from embassies, diplomatic missions, and word-of-mouth within the Havana international community, with rolling admissions processed within 7-10 days through the Admissions Office.

Governance is exercised through the International School of Havana Foundation, a not-for-profit entity established under Netherlands Antilles Law in 2003, with ISH Global Education Ltd. (incorporated in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, January 2018) serving as sole Director. The Board of Directors includes a mandated minimum of five diplomatic representatives (at least three Heads of Mission) and a simple majority of parents, reflecting the institution's structural alignment with its diplomatic customer base. The current leadership team is headed by Mr. Chris Lynn (Head of School), with Ms. Karen McNeely (Primary), Ms. Rebecca Collyer (Middle School), Ms. Crystal Barnes (High School), and Ms. Cinthya Cabrera (Business Manager).

Name

International School of Havana

Legal name

International School of Havana

Website

https://ishavana.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The International School of Havana is Cuba's only English-speaking international school, delivering Cambridge and IB curricula from Pre-K through Grade 12 across two Miramar campuses to 220+ students from 55+ nationalities, primarily serving foreign diplomatic and expatriate families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• International K-12 education
• Cambridge curriculum programmes
• IB diploma schooling
• English-language instruction
• International school services

Headquarters

HQ city

Havana

HQ country

Cuba

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Annual Tuition Fees: Annual tuition fees for Academic Year 2026/2027 covering textbooks, curriculum materials, EAL support, learning support, educational day trips, extracurricular activities, and yearbook. Payment available on two-semester schedule.
2. Application and Enrollment Fees: Non-refundable new student application fee and enrollment fee (one-time or spread over 2 years) charged at time of admission
3. Transportation Services: Annual transportation fee for school bus service covering Playa, Club Havana, and Vedado routes. Round trip USD $1,300 or one-way USD $750 per academic year.
4. Examination Fees: Fees set annually by external examining agencies, charged per subject examined. Re-sits and re-marks additional.
5. Capital Development Fee: Annual non-refundable Capital Development Fee required from all students after their first academic year
6. English Language Examination Services: Cambridge English qualifications (A2 Key USD $170 to C2 Proficiency USD $270) and TOEFL iBT (USD $320) for external candidates at the school's examination centre
7. Summer School Programme: Four-week summer school programme for children ages 3-12 with weekly fees ranging from USD $105-$140 for ISH members and USD $125-$140 for non-members, with sibling discounts available

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

International School of Havana provides comprehensive English-language international education from Pre-K through Grade 12 across two campuses in Miramar, Havana, Cuba. The school delivers the Early Years Foundation Stage and Cambridge International Primary curriculum in Primary School, the Cambridge Lower Secondary/Pre-IGCSE programme in Middle School, and Cambridge IGCSE plus the IB Diploma, ISH Diploma, and Global Impact Diploma programmes in High School. It also operates an official Cambridge English and TOEFL iBT Examination Centre serving the broader Cuban community, a Summer School Programme for children ages 3-12, and supporting services including transportation, EAL/learning support, and college counseling.

Product overview

International School of Havana is an educational institution offering a comprehensive Pre-K to Grade 12 programme across two campuses. The school operates as a unified educational platform comprising multiple curriculum offerings: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Cambridge International Primary Curriculum for Primary (Pre-K to Grade 5); Cambridge Lower Secondary/Pre-IGCSE for Middle School (Grades 6-8); and Cambridge IGCSE, IB Diploma, ISH Diploma, and Global Impact Diploma for High School (Grades 9-12). Supporting services include a Cambridge English & TOEFL Examination Centre, Summer School Programme, Extra-Curricular Activities Programme, and Student Support Services (EAL, learning support, counseling). The school serves as the only English-speaking international school in Havana.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary School Programme (EYFS and Cambridge International Primary) Primary School programme for Pre-K to Grade 5 students, delivering the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework, International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) outcomes, Cambridge International Primary curriculum, and International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for humanities. Emphasizes learning through play and globally recognized primary-level credentials.
• Middle School Programme (Cambridge Lower Secondary / Pre-IGCSE) Middle School programme for Grades 6 to 8 preparing students for IGCSE, covering English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Modern Languages, ICT, Arts, and Physical Education through the Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum.
• High School Programme (IGCSE, IB Diploma, ISH Diploma, Global Impact Diploma) High School programme for Grades 9 to 12 delivering four diploma pathways at Campus 22: Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9-10), IB Diploma Programme, in-house ISH Diploma, and Global Impact Diploma. Each pathway is internationally recognized and aligned with leading global universities.
• Cambridge English and TOEFL iBT Examination Centre Official examination centre for Cambridge English qualifications (A2 Key through C2 Proficiency) and TOEFL iBT tests, serving adults and students in the Havana international community. Includes preparation lessons for B1, B2, and C1 levels.
• ISH Summer School Programme Four-week summer school programme for children ages 3-12 combining adventure sports, language immersion, cultural activities, excursions, and educational experiences. Open to ISH members and non-members with weekly pricing and sibling discounts.
• Extra-Curricular Activities Programme Holistic development programme offering activities across physical activity, sports, arts, academics, volunteering, public speaking, diplomacy, and social-emotional well-being, operating Monday to Friday from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
• Student Support Services (EAL, Learning Support, College Counseling) Comprehensive student support including English as an Additional Language (EAL) for non-native English speakers, Individual Learning Plans for differentiated instruction, Guidance and Counselling Services, and college and university career counseling.
• School Transportation Service Annual school bus transportation service covering Playa, Club Havana, and Vedado routes in Havana, offered as a round-trip (USD $1,300 per academic year) or one-way (USD $750 per academic year) subscription.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cambridge International EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCambridge International授权学校，提供Cambridge Primary、Lower Secondary、IGCSE和AS/A Level课程。课程由外部考试机构设置，支持学生的国际学术资格认证。
• International Baccalaureate OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIB世界学校授权提供IB文凭课程，该课程被全球顶尖大学认可，强调学生的智力、个人、情感和社会成长。ISH自2005年起开设IB课程。
• New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner学校于2002年首次获得NEASC认证，这是一个国际认可的教育质量认证机构。NEASC认证表明学校达到高标准的教育质量、治理和持续改进。
• International Primary Curriculum (IPC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerISH小学部使用IPC课程进行人文社科主题教学，通过主题研究培养学生的历史和地理技能与知识。
• ISHavana Alumni NetworkminorOthersISHavana校友协会于2019年启动，旨在与尽可能多的毕业生和前学生家庭重新建立联系。毕业生在全球顶尖大学继续学业，包括美国常春藤盟校和欧洲大学。
• ISH Parents, Teachers & Students Association (PTSA)minorOthersPTSA由所有家长、监护人、学生和教师组成，任务是创建一个包容性的信息社区，所有家庭都受到欢迎并被鼓励参与。PTSA主席作为无投票权成员代表IS社区参与董事会。

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lincoln School: Non-profit international school in Managua, Nicaragua offering IB Diploma and Cambridge programmes to a multinational student community. Comparable as a small private international school in a single developing-country market with diplomatic and expatriate demand.
• International School of Tegucigalpa: Private bilingual international school in Honduras offering IB and Cambridge programmes to a primarily expatriate and diplomatic community. Comparable as a Latin American international school with similar customer-segment mix.
• Santiago College: Private non-profit international school in Santiago, Chile offering IB programmes to a multilingual student body. Comparable in non-profit governance model, IB curriculum, and serving a mix of local affluent and international families in a single Latin American market.
• International School of Port of Spain: Private non-profit international school in Trinidad & Tobago delivering IB and Cambridge curricula to a primarily diplomatic and expat student body, with comparable size, governance structure, and Caribbean geographic exposure. Direct analogue for ISH's market positioning and operating model.
• The British School of Costa Rica: Private bilingual international school in San Jose, Costa Rica offering Cambridge and IB programmes to a multinational community. Comparable as a Central American/Caribbean international school serving diplomatic and expat families with a similar curriculum portfolio.
• International School of Kingston: Private international school in Kingston, Jamaica delivering IB programmes to diplomatic and expatriate children. Directly comparable in size, English-language instruction model, and Caribbean single-country market exposure.
• Carol Morgan School: Private international school in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic offering IB and Cambridge programmes. Comparable as a Caribbean-based international school with a similar multinational student profile and curriculum mix.
• Cayman International School: Private English-language international school in the Cayman Islands serving primarily expatriate and international business families. Comparable as a small Caribbean international school with Cambridge/IB curriculum and similar dependence on transient international client base.
• International School of Panama: Private non-profit international school in Panama City offering IB and Cambridge curricula to diplomatic and expatriate families. Comparable as a Caribbean/Latin American international school with similar accreditation stack and customer-segment mix.
• Academia Cotopaxi: Private international school in Quito, Ecuador offering IB programmes to a diverse multinational student body. Comparable in curriculum mix (IB-focused), single-country Latin American market positioning, and dependence on the diplomatic and expat community.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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