Garden Kids International School (GKIS) is a private, multicultural international school located in El Batey, Sosúa, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Founded in 1998, GKIS serves approximately 180 students from more than 17 nationalities and offers educational programs from Early Learners (ages 2–3) through Grade 12.
GKIS is accredited by the Dominican Ministry of Education (MINERD) and the Middle States Association. The school provides a Common Core–based academic program integrated with the required Dominican curriculum. English is the primary language of instruction, while Spanish Language Arts and Dominican Social Studies and History are required components of the program. French instruction begins in Grade 5.
Vision
To educate capable and responsible multicultural citizens by integrating academic excellence, ethical values, and global awareness.
Mission
To provide meaningful learning opportunities that inspire every student to reach their full potential within a caring, nurturing, and multicultural community.