Dominican International School

Dominican International School is rooted in Catholic education and the Dominican tradition, aiming to form the human person with respect to their ultimate goal and their role in society. It operates on the belief that God is at the center of life, and it strives to provide a holistic, gospel-centered environment. The school’s "D’TORCH" framework encourages students to be Truthful, Organized, Reflective, Courageous, and Helpful.

The school follows a North American-based curriculum for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a strong emphasis on religious studies, core academic subjects, and technology. It offers a robust Advanced Placement (AP) programme, including AP Capstone, and provides instruction in Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish. Additionally, the school features specialized programmes in music and orchestra, as well as robotics for middle school students.

The school provides an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme for students in Grades 2 through 5 who require support to achieve English proficiency. This programme offers direct instruction and in-class support to help students succeed in mainstream coursework. The school does not offer a dedicated special education or special needs programme.

The school accepts applications for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 11, with no admissions for Grade 12. The process includes submitting an application form, providing official school records, and completing an entrance aptitude test, followed by an interview with the guidance counselor or admission committee. A one-year residency is required for students entering Grade 5 or graduating classes (Kindergarten and Grade 8). Proficiency in English is essential, and the school does not offer a special education programme.

The school operates on a two-semester system. Registration for the first semester typically begins in February, while second-semester registration runs from October through early January. The academic year includes various school-wide events, such as an annual Sports Day, and concludes with graduation ceremonies.

The campus features modern classrooms equipped with interactive boards, science laboratories, and a library. Athletic facilities include a sports field and a gymnasium. The school also houses a dedicated robotics laboratory, an audio-visual room, and a studio for the D’TORCH Campus Radio, which broadcasts daily.

Students participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities designed to enhance physical, social, and emotional development. Offerings include the D’TORCH House System, a student council, and various clubs such as debate, robotics, dance, and Model United Nations. The school also maintains a competitive athletics programme, with teams competing in basketball, football, volleyball, softball, swimming, and track and field through the Taiwan International Schools Sports Association (TISSA).