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History

The history of Cathedral International School is the story of a dream that became a legacy: a solid educational project with its own identity and a clear philosophy on what it means to prepare students for life. Since our founding in 1995, we have evolved with determination, establishing a rigorous, student-centered, and globally oriented academic model.

Our journey has been built on firm decisions and a constant focus on the future. Each milestone represents the result of our commitment to an education that inspires, challenges, and transforms, with the student always at the center.

Below, we share the most significant moments that have shaped our journey and that today define us as an educational community recognized for its excellence, innovation, and commitment to education.

1995

📍1995 – Where it all began

In a house in the Lucerna neighborhood, the “Centro Educativo 1, 2, 3” was founded, with just 45 children but a transformative vision. Under the leadership of Delores Sánchez, the area’s first bilingual program was implemented.

1995

2000

🏫 2000 – A new name, a new home

We moved to the Ensanche Ozama neighborhood. Cathedral School was founded with the firm intention of becoming a pre-university school of high academic standing.

2000

2005

🧱 2005 – We Grow with a Purpose

We began construction on our first building, which is now home to our elementary school. This was a significant step toward consolidating our educational model.

2005

2007

📚 2007 – The high school takes shape

Se levanta el segundo edificio, diseñado para los niveles de secundaria. Se fortalece la continuidad académica en un solo campus

2007

2011

🌎 2011 – We Crossed Borders

Since 2011, our school has been accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), one of the most prestigious academic organizations in the world. This accreditation recognizes the quality of our educational programs, our institutional standards, and our ongoing commitment to academic excellence.

2011

2017

🌱 2017 – Environmentally Conscious Education

We became an accredited Eco-School, joining the international program that promotes sustainability in schools. Since then, we have been developing environmental projects that help shape citizens who are responsible toward their environment.

2017

2021

👶 2021 – Welcome to the Little Cathedral

We are inaugurating our third building, a space specially designed for early childhood education, where the adventure of joyful learning begins.

2021

2022

🎓 2022 – Recognized for our commitment to academics

We officially joined the National Honor Society (NHS), reinforcing our commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and service.

2022

2023

🛡️ 2023 – National accreditation reaffirmed

The Ministry of Education (MINERD) has renewed our license, confirming our compliance with all curricular, legal, and pedagogical requirements.

2023

2025

🏆 Today – More than just a school, a community

With 52 classrooms, specialized spaces, laboratories, a library, a robotics lab, sports facilities, a cafeteria, and an exceptional staff, we remain committed to an education that goes beyond the ordinary.

2025