Oyster-Adams Bilingual School

What Oyster-Adams Bilingual School does

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School is a DC Public Schools campus operating for over 50 years as a Spanish-English dual-language immersion program for students from Pre-Kindergarten 4 through 8th grade, organized across two campuses: Oyster (PK4-3rd grade at 2801 Calvert St. NW) and Adams (4th-8th grade at 2020 19th St NW). The program operates under either a 90/10 or 50/50 immersion model and is built on an instructional framework combining Science of Reading methodology (phonological awareness, decoding, Scarborough's Rope Model) with targeted small-group TAG interventions (2-4 students per session) and the DCPS 'Becoming' whole-child pilot. Students enroll exclusively through the DCPS centralized lottery, and the school maintains a continuous PK4-8 progression that supports biliteracy development alongside STEM, arts, athletics, and bilingual library programming.

The school's go-to-market and revenue mechanics reflect a public-school operating model rather than a traditional commercial structure. Core funding flows through DCPS budget allocations, while supplemental programming (classroom supplies, bilingual library acquisitions, tutoring, STEAM curricula, arts, music, clubs, sports, learning apps such as Raz Kids and Reflex Math) is funded by the parent-led OCC (Oyster-Adams Community Council), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 52-1261904). The OCC asks families for an annual contribution of $450 per enrolled student, generates additional revenue through an auction, book fair, holiday tree sale, merchandise, and event programming, and operates the OCA after-care program. Distribution is limited to Washington DC, and family acquisition channels are community-led: bilingual website, Instagram accounts (school, art, post), a bilingual weekly principal newsletter, the OCC communications, and word-of-mouth from enrolled families. The current leadership team comprises Principal Carolina Brito with three Assistant Principals (Daniela Morad, Rosa Berrocal, Kendric Hawkins); the Adams campus is undergoing a multi-year DCPS modernization project that adds a multi-story wing, new gym, library, and 29 classrooms.

Name

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School

Legal name

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School

Website

https://oysteradamsbilingual.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School is a DC Public Schools campus providing Spanish-English dual-language immersion education from PK4 through 8th grade across two Washington DC campuses, supported by a parent-led OCC that funds supplemental programming via annual family contributions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Primary and Middle School Bilingual Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Language Schools (61163)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

English Learner (EL/ESL/ELL) & Bilingual Education Programs (EDAJAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Literacy & ELA Instruction (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAF), World Languages Instruction (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAJ)

Keywords

• Dual-language education
• Bilingual immersion school
• Primary education services
• Spanish-English education
• Public elementary school

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Annual Family Contributions: Primary fundraising mechanism; requests $450 per enrolled student to fund classroom supplies, bilingual library, tutoring, electronic learning apps, STEAM curricula, arts programs, clubs, and sports.
2. Fundraising Events: Annual auction, book fair, holiday tree sale, merchandise sales, and community events (Fiesta, musical theater) generate substantial revenue for the OCC.
3. Meal Program Revenue: DCPS Food and Nutrition Services provides meals; families can add funds via LINQ Connect meal payment portal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School delivers Spanish-English dual-language immersion education for students from Pre-Kindergarten 4 through 8th grade across two DCPS campuses (Oyster Campus for PK4-3rd grade and Adams Campus for 4th-8th grade). The instructional program combines core academics, the Science of Reading, STEM, arts, music, athletics, and targeted interventions such as TAG, supported by before-care, after-care (OCA), library, and meal services.

Product overview

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School is a dual-language educational institution offering Spanish-English immersion education from PK4 through 8th grade across two campuses (Oyster Campus for PK4-3rd grade; Adams Campus for 4th-8th grade). The school provides a comprehensive educational program including core academics, STEM education, athletics, arts, before/after care programs, and parent-community engagement. The school operates as a DC Public School with a parent-led Community Council (OCC) that supports fundraising, community events, and supplemental programs. The school's own bilingual website (Content Management System) serves as the primary digital product for family communication and engagement, developed and maintained by parent volunteers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Oyster Campus: PK4 through 3rd grade campus located at 2801 Calvert St. NW, Washington DC 20008
• Adams Campus
• Oyster-Adams Community Council (OCC)
• Becoming
• TAG (Targeted Academic Growth)

Products and services

• Dual-Language Immersion Education (PK4-8th Grade) Core academic program delivering bilingual instruction in English and Spanish to students from Pre-Kindergarten 4 through 8th grade across two campuses, including Science of Reading instruction, STEM, arts, music, and athletics. Targeted at DC resident families enrolling through the DCPS lottery.
• After Care Program (OCA - Oyster Creative Activities)

Quantifiable outcome

• Achieved 95% immunization compliance in key grades and 90% compliance across entire school (2025-2026)

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Children's NationalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 September 2023Children's National provided pediatric immunizations, flu vaccines, adult health screenings, health education, vision screenings, and pediatric dental screenings at a community health event on September 30, 2023.
• Howard UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 September 2023Howard University providers participated in a community health event on September 30, 2023, providing adult health screenings and oral health education alongside Children's National.
• Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWABA offers cycling classes for children and adults to learn to ride bikes. WABA's youth education resources are promoted through the school's Bike to School Fridays program.
• Hoop EducationminorOthersHoop Education provides the Before Care Program exclusively for Oyster Campus students through their website at hoopeducation.com/oyster-adams/.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School: A DC public charter school focused on bilingual education and sustainability, serving PK3-8 across multiple campuses. Directly competes for DC families seeking bilingual immersion.
• Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School (LAMB): A DC public charter school combining Montessori pedagogy with Spanish-English bilingual education from PK3 through 5th grade. Closely comparable mission, target families, and dual-language curriculum.
• DC Bilingual Public Charter School: A Washington DC public charter school offering Spanish-English dual-language education, directly competing with Oyster-Adams for bilingual-focused families in the DCPS lottery. Same grade span and dual-language model.

Regional players

• E.L. Haynes Public Charter School: A DC public charter school serving PK3-12 with an emphasis on equity and rigorous academics. Comparable PK-8 public school alternative in the DC enrollment lottery.
• Friendship Public Charter School: One of the largest DC public charter networks operating multiple campuses across grade levels. Comparable as a DC lottery-enrolled public school alternative for families.
• KIPP DC: A DC-based charter school network operating multiple campuses across the city. Comparable in serving DC families through public lottery enrollment, with some campuses offering language enrichment programs.
• Two Rivers Public Charter School: A DC public charter school serving PK3-8 with a project-based learning approach. Comparable as another lottery-enrolled PK-8 public school option in Washington DC.

Broad incumbents

• German International School Washington D.C. A private language-immersion school in the DC area offering German-English bilingual education. Comparable immersion-school model for families seeking bilingual primary education.
• Washington International School: A long-established private international school in DC offering multilingual education from early years through high school. Comparable bilingual/multilingual mission though private and tuition-funded rather than public.
• British International School of Washington: A private international school in the DC metro area offering internationally oriented curriculum with strong language offerings. Comparable bilingual/international focus for affluent DC families.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/oysteradams_tigers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/oyster-adams-bilingual-school

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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