Cap Cana Heritage School

For families considering life in Cap Cana, the search may begin with homes, beaches, golf, and the marina but for those planning to stay long term, choosing the right school can become just as important as choosing the right property.

Cap Cana Heritage School (CCHS) is a private, non-sectarian international school located in Ciudad Las Canas within the wider Cap Cana community. Founded in 2007, the school serves students from early childhood through Grade 12 with a U.S.-type academic program and an international school community. 

A School-Centered Rhythm of Life

One of CCHS’s defining advantages is its location. Rather than sitting within a dense urban environment, the school forms part of the wider Cap Cana setting, placing families close to residential communities, recreation, beaches, golf, restaurants, and many of the places that shape everyday life in the area.

For families already living in Cap Cana or Ciudad Las Canas, that can make school feel less like a separate destination and more like part of the daily routine.

The school itself is distinctly international. CCHS describes a community representing more than 30 nationalities, creating an environment where children arriving from abroad are likely to encounter classmates with similarly international backgrounds.

Academics & Student Pathways

CCHS follows a U.S.-type educational model while incorporating the requirements of the Dominican education system. Its curriculum draws on Common Core State Standards for mathematics and English Language Arts, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for science, AERO standards in social studies, and MINERD standards for Spanish Language Arts and Sociales.

Learning extends beyond traditional classroom instruction. Project-based and maker-centered learning form part of the academic approach, while students also have access to art, music, physical education, technology, Model United Nations, digital media, and other curricular and extracurricular opportunities.

For older students, the school places additional emphasis on preparation for university. CCHS offers Advanced Placement courses in several subjects and works with College Board programs including the PSAT and SAT, alongside college and career guidance beginning during the secondary years.

CCHS is officially recognized by the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Education and accredited by Cognia, formerly AdvancED/SACS-CASI. The school also lists affiliations with ACCAS and the Tri-Association, and identifies itself as a member of the College Board and National Honor Society.

Sports, Arts & Campus Life

Life at CCHS extends well beyond academics. The school has a large campus with dedicated spaces for learning, recreation, athletics, and extracurricular activities, creating room for students to develop interests outside the classroom as well. The school describes its campus as approximately 10 acres.

Physical education forms part of the regular school program, while athletics include swimming, basketball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, table tennis, baseball and softball, martial arts, and other activities. Secondary students can also choose sports electives.

Arts, music, student leadership, Model United Nations, service learning, and extracurricular programs add another dimension to campus life – particularly valuable for children adapting to a new country and building friendships beyond the classroom.

Location & Everyday Convenience

CCHS is located in Ciudad Las Canas, within the Cap Cana area, giving families convenient access to one of Punta Cana’s most developed residential and resort destinations.

Nearby are many of the places associated with everyday life in Cap Cana, including residential communities, Cap Cana Marina, Juanillo Beach, Punta Espada Golf Club, Scape Park, restaurants, recreation, and other community services. Punta Cana International Airport is also within convenient driving distance.

For families who prefer a quieter residential setting without giving up access to Punta Cana’s wider infrastructure, the location is an important part of CCHS’s appeal.

Why Families Consider Cap Cana Heritage School

What makes CCHS particularly relevant from a relocation perspective is the combination of school and community. Families considering Cap Cana do not necessarily have to separate the question of where will we live? from where will our children go to school?

The area brings together gated residential communities, beaches, golf, recreation, restaurants, and an established international school within the same wider environment. CCHS, meanwhile, provides a U.S.-type educational pathway from early childhood through Grade 12, backed by Dominican recognition and U.S.-based Cognia accreditation.

For families relocating to Punta Cana, that combination can make Cap Cana particularly practical for long-term living.

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Transportation & Accessibility

Located in Ciudad Las Canas, CCHS is well positioned for families living throughout the Cap Cana area, with straightforward connections to its residential communities and the wider Punta Cana region.

That matters in everyday life. School runs, activities, work, shopping, and recreation all become part of the same general area rather than requiring families to organize their lives around a school located much farther away.

Residential Appeal

From a real estate perspective, CCHS adds an important piece to Cap Cana’s residential infrastructure. International schools are often among the first practical considerations for families relocating with children, and having an established school within the wider community makes Cap Cana more viable as a year-round home rather than purely a vacation destination.

The effect on the value of any individual property, however, depends on considerably more than proximity to a school. Property type, location within the community, condition, supply, market demand, and broader economic conditions all play a role. For that reason, we would treat CCHS primarily as an important lifestyle and relocation advantage, rather than making a direct claim that the school itself increases resale value.

Sources

• Official CCHS Website

• Official CCHS Instagram page

• Official CCHS Facebook page