International School of Sosua

What International School of Sosua does

International School of Sosua (ISSOSUA) is a private, US-accredited international school located on a 10-acre campus in Sosua, on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. Founded in 1989, the school serves approximately 260 students from early childhood (18 months) through Grade 12, representing 25+ nationalities. ISSOSUA delivers a bilingual English-based curriculum aligned with US educational standards (Common Core, AERO, NGSS) combined with Dominican Republic curriculum requirements, enabling graduates to earn both a US High School Diploma and a Dominican diploma. The school is accredited by Cognia and recognized by the Dominican Ministry of Education, and holds designations including SAT Test Center (90345), NCAA Code 04801, and memberships in ACCAS, Tri-Association, NSDA, and AAIE.

ISSOSUA operates a tiered academic structure with age-segmented leadership: an Early Childhood & Primary Principal, a Secondary Principal, and a Head of School, supported by 42 staff including teachers, instructional assistants, counselors, learning support specialists, and operational personnel. The school offers extracurricular programs in athletics (Volleyball, Soccer), Model United Nations and Debate, and honor societies (NJHS/NHS), with university pathway preparation targeting institutions in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Family engagement is supported through the SchoolConnect parent portal (with automatic translation), Bloomz communication platform, and ThinkWave gradebook access for grades 6-12.

The school's revenue model is tuition-based with three streams: recurring tuition (annual/per-semester), one-time admission fees (with family discounts for multi-child enrollment), and PTA membership fees. Admissions are managed through a direct sales process with inquiry forms, application packets, and family tours, overseen by an Admissions Officer. Marketing channels are limited to the school website, Instagram (@issosuahurricanes), and word-of-mouth referrals. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, with prospective families directed to contact the school directly for Corporate Fee, Friends & Family, and Alumni Discount information.

Name

International School of Sosua

Legal name

The International School of Sosúa

Website

https://issosua.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

International School of Sosua is a private, US-accredited international school in the Dominican Republic serving ~260 students from early childhood through Grade 12 across 25+ nationalities, offering dual US-Dominican diplomas and pathways to universities in North America and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 International Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• International bilingual schooling
• College-preparatory curriculum
• US-accredited schools
• Dual diploma programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Sosua

HQ country

Dominican Republic

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Annual tuition payments for students from early childhood through Grade 12. Payment policy requires minimum of one semester tuition regardless of time spent at school.
2. Admission Fees: One-time admission fees applied to students registering for the first time. First child pays 100%, second child pays 75%, and subsequent children pay 50% of the New Family Admission Fee.
3. PTA Membership: Parent-Teacher Association membership fee required for finalized enrollment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The International School of Sosua (ISSOSUA) is a US-accredited private international school providing bilingual education from early childhood (18 months) through Grade 12 on a 10-acre tropical campus in Sosua, Dominican Republic. It delivers an English-based curriculum aligned with US standards (Common Core, NGSS, AERO) combined with Dominican curriculum requirements, enabling graduates to earn both a US High School Diploma and Dominican Republic diploma and gain pathways to universities in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Beyond academics, the school offers athletics, Model UN/Debate, honor societies, and a student council supported by the SchoolConnect parent portal.

Product overview

The International School of Sosúa (ISSOSUA) is a US-accredited private international school offering a comprehensive educational program from early childhood (18 months) through Grade 12. The school provides a unified educational platform consisting of grade-level programs (Early Childhood, Primary, Middle, and High School) that share a common US-aligned curriculum framework including Common Core Standards, NGSS, and Dominican curriculum requirements. Beyond core academics, the school offers integrated extracurricular programs including Athletics (Volleyball and Soccer), Model United Nations & Debate, and honor societies (NJHS/NHS). Supporting these programs is the SchoolConnect parent communication portal, which serves as the central hub for family engagement and school communications. Graduates receive both a US High School Diploma and Dominican Republic diploma, enabling university pathways in North America, Europe, and beyond.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Childhood Education Nurturing, play-based learning program for young learners from 18 months, developing communication, creativity, independence, and social-emotional growth.
• Primary School Program Primary-grade program building strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, inquiry, collaboration, and bilingual communication through engaging, student-centered learning.
• Middle School Program Middle school program strengthening independence, leadership, academic responsibility, and critical thinking across a broad range of academic and extracurricular opportunities.
• High School Program US college-preparatory high school curriculum preparing students for universities in the United States, Canada, and Europe through rigorous academics, athletics, leadership, and community engagement. Graduates earn both a US High School Diploma and a Dominican Republic diploma.
• Athletics Program Volleyball and Soccer programs with participation in ACCAS and Tri-Association regional athletic competitions, developing teamwork, discipline, resilience, and school spirit as the Hurricanes.
• Model United Nations & Debate MUN and Debate program affiliated with the National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA), sharpening critical thinking, public speaking, and leadership through engagement on pressing global issues.
• National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society (The Fidelis Chapter) Premier honor society chapters recognizing outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
• Student Council Student government body promoting knowledge and involvement, encouraging scholarship and leadership, supporting school activities, and fostering communication and cooperation between students and staff.
• SchoolConnect Parent Portal Internal communication portal centralizing events, activities, and important information for families, with translated communication access to principals, teachers, and personnel. Includes cafeteria menu, newsletters, activity logs, and volunteer sign-ups, accessible via website or mobile app.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates prepared for top universities in the United States, Canada, and Europe

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Integration3 records

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CogniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUS accreditation body providing global education quality assurance and accreditation services. ISSOSUA holds Cognia accreditation as a US-accredited international school.
• Ministerio de Educación de la República DominicanacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDominican Republic government education ministry providing official recognition and curriculum alignment for Dominican diploma requirements.
• National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNCAA Code 04801 enables ISSOSUA student-athletes to pursue collegiate athletics in NCAA Division I/II/III schools in the United States.
• National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNSDA membership supports ISSOSUA's Model United Nations and Debate programs for developing student public speaking and leadership skills.
• Association of Colombian, Caribbean, & American Schools (ACCAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerACCAS membership enables participation in regional athletic associations and competitions for ISSOSUA volleyball and soccer programs.
• Tri-Association of American SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTri-Association membership (Central America, Colombia, Caribbean, Mexico) facilitates athletic events and educational collaboration among American international schools in the region.
• Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAIE membership connects ISSOSUA with international education professionals and resources for global education advancement.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Carol Morgan School: US-accredited international school in Santo Domingo serving K-12 with English-language college-prep curriculum. Most directly comparable Dominican Republic peer with similar dual-curriculum and US accreditation profile, though operating at larger scale in the capital.
• International School of Santo Domingo (ISD): Long-established international K-12 school in the Dominican Republic providing English-language instruction and US/international curriculum. Comparable target market (expat and Dominican families seeking global education) and overlapping accreditation footprint.
• Pinewood Preparatory School (DR campus): US-style preparatory school serving international and local families in the Dominican Republic with English-medium instruction and college-prep orientation. Comparable in curriculum approach and target demographic.
• The British School of Santo Domingo (BSSD): International K-12 school in Santo Domingo offering British/international curriculum pathways. Comparable as a premium English-medium international school in the Dominican Republic targeting expatriate and globally-minded families.

Regional players

• Academia Internacional de México (AIM): International K-12 school in Mexico offering US-accredited program with bilingual instruction. Comparable as a Tri-Association member international school in the broader Caribbean/Central American region with overlapping athletic and accreditation networks.
• International School of Havana: English-medium K-12 international school in Cuba serving expatriate families. Comparable as a Caribbean international school serving globally mobile families with English instruction, though operating in a very different regulatory environment.
• Cayman International School: K-12 international school in the Cayman Islands serving expatriate and local families with English-medium US-style curriculum. Comparable in target demographic (expat-heavy Caribbean community) and curriculum model, though operating in a higher-income market.
• St. Andrew's School (Bahamas): Private international school in Nassau serving K-12 students with college-preparatory curriculum. Comparable as a Caribbean-based international school serving expat and local families seeking globally-recognized credentials.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/issosuahurricanes
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/international-school-of-sosua

Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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