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Britesparks International School (BIS) is a progressive international day school in Quezon City, Philippines, offering preschool through senior high. The school traces its roots to 2000 as a progressive preschool and moved to its Metropoli Drive campus in 2013, placing it in the heart of Quezon City. BIS follows an international standards-based curriculum planning approach (Understanding by Design) and aims to implement Cambridge and International Baccalaureate programs, with ongoing consideration for regular membership in WASC and CIS. The BIS program spans Preschool (Toddler to Kinder 2), Grade School (Grade 1–6), Junior High School (Grade 7–10), and Senior High School (Grade 11–12). Core subjects align with Common Core English Arts, English National Curriculum Social Studies, and the Singapore Curriculum Framework for Science and Mathematics, with additional offerings in Visual Arts, Physical Education, Information and Communication Technology, and Entrepreneurship/Technology. This structure supports college preparedness, career readiness, and opportunities for experiential learning and leadership development.
Domuschola International School (DIS) is an IB World School in Pasig City, Philippines, offering a three‑phase program that blends the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Nursery to Grade 5, the Cambridge Programme for Grades 6–8 (CLSP) and IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The campus is located at 13 J. Cruz Street, Ugong, Pasig City 1604, within Barangay Ugong in Metro Manila. The language of instruction is English, with Filipino as a core subject. DIS provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and a Learning Support Programme to assist students with diverse learning needs. Facilities include science laboratories, dedicated music and drama spaces, a library, indoor gym, and multi‑sport courts; a third‑party bus service operates daily transport. The school supports a robust co‑curricular programme through After School Activities, Athletics, and Clubs (ASAC), with clubs such as Debate, Model United Nations, and the Honey Badger Herald. DIS emphasises inquiry‑based learning, global-mindedness, and university preparation through its College Counselling & University Admission services.
Located in the heart of Makati's Legaspi Village, CIE British School follows the Cambridge curriculum, guiding students from the Early Years Foundation Stage through IGCSEs and A-Levels. Operating out of the Gold Tower, the school offers an urban campus environment where students engage deeply with both their studies and the surrounding community. A defining feature of the school is the "Gift of GOLD" (Giving of Oneself to those who have Less and are Disadvantaged) program. Beginning in Year 7, students apply their business coursework to real-world scenarios by partnering with families running home-based micro-businesses. Over a six-year period, they provide hands-on assistance with product development and financial management, giving students concrete business experience while actively supporting the local economy. Alongside core academic subjects, the school integrates the "Pearl Principle," a character education initiative designed to teach resilience and problem-solving.
The British School Manila (BSM) is a not-for-profit international school established in 1976. It provides a British international education for students aged 3 to 18, with a Primary School and a Senior School on a single, open campus in University Park, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila. The campus is open, airy and family-friendly, encouraging interaction across year groups. The curriculum is adapted from the English National Curriculum and is organised into Key Stages (Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1; KS2; KS3; KS4; KS5). In KS4 students study the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), and in KS5 they follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The school welcomes more than 950 students from over 50 nationalities and offers a wide range of after‑school activities across five strands: Academic, Creative Arts, Physically Active, SIDE (Science, Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship), and Service & Sustainability. Facilities include a Creative Arts Centre, two swimming pools and multiple sports fields. A school bus service operates with routes to Bonifacio Global City, Makati, Ortigas and Alabang.
Nord Anglia International School Manila (NAIS Manila) is a private British international school in the Bay Area of Paranaque City, Metro Manila. It opened in 2012 and serves students aged 2–18 across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, with around 250 students from more than 30 nationalities and an average class size of about 18. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum from Early Years through to Sixth Form, with IGCSEs in the secondary phase and A‑levels in the sixth form. NAIS Manila emphasises learning in English and incorporates exclusive Nord Anglia collaborations with MIT, The Juilliard School and UNICEF to enrich the curriculum. Mandarin is taught as a subject, with daily Mandarin lessons and an Advanced Chinese Programme. The campus features facilities such as an outdoor pool, Astroturf pitch, gym, a theatre and two science labs, plus a Bring Your Own Device programme and digital learning platforms. Enrichment is compulsory, with students choosing two clubs per term; the Barkada parent group supports community life, and a school bus service operates to multiple areas. The school is located about 15 minutes from Manila's international airport and is accessible by car, metro, and school bus.
Prospective parents looking at Faith Academy Manila will find a pre-K through grade 12 school positioned in the suburban Valley Golf Subdivision, just east of downtown Manila. The academic program integrates the US Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards alongside the Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Placement (AP) frameworks. The campus supports comprehensive extracurriculars, anchored by the Dick and Helen Cadd Fine Arts Center, which features a 907-seat auditorium utilized heavily for theater productions and instrumental performances. The school also offers residential boarding options on campus. One distinct tradition is the annual Outdoor Education week for older students, taking them beyond the classroom to practically explore the Philippines—whether scuba diving in coral reefs, examining WWII ruins, or hiking active volcanoes. Operating since 1957, Faith Academy incorporates a Christian framework into its curriculum, serving international families, missionary children, and local residents alike.
Singapore School Manila Green Campus (SSMGC), situated in Silang, Cavite, provides an international educational track from Preschool to Pre-University. For Early Years through Lower Secondary, the school adapts the Singapore Curriculum, emphasizing positive reinforcement and higher-order thinking without conventional grading pressures. In Higher Secondary, students prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE, progressing to the Cambridge International AS and A Levels in their final years. The campus actively integrates bilingual and multicultural appreciation into student life. Signature initiatives include celebrating Linggo ng Wika with traditional Filipino games like piko and patintero, and participating in Mandarin theatrical storytelling during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Additionally, SSMGC supports international learners with specialized Intensive ESL and English Language Accelerator programs that include conversation groups and community service projects. This creates an environment where students engage deeply with both local traditions and an international academic framework, supported by dedicated conversational and cultural immersion activities.
Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) is a private transnational university located at Lima corner Luxembourg St., BF International, Las Piñas City 1740, Philippines. It originated in 1997–1998 as the SISFU branch of Southville's international education network, the first international university in the country, with the opening in May 1998. SISFU partners with foreign institutions such as De Montfort University (UK), Pearson (UK), Macquarie University (Australia), Southern Cross University (Australia), and Swiss Hotel Management School to deliver degrees on campus and through online programs. The campus offers on-site Senior High School tracks (ABM, General Academic Strand, ICT) and Online SHS, alongside higher-education programs in business, hospitality, and digital technology. The English Language Center provides English proficiency courses for non-native speakers. SISFU emphasizes international study through Study Abroad options in New Zealand, Australia, and Canada and through partnerships that confer foreign- university credentials. Campus facilities include Bistro Lima, the Capital Market Learning Center, computer laboratories, a Reading and Research Centre, and The Kitchen. Active clubs include The Bridge, SISFU Business Club, and Rotaract.
The Lycée Français de Manille (LFM) is a French international school located on the Eurocampus in Parañaque, south of Metro Manila, on a 2-hectare site shared with the German European School Manila. The campus includes 25 classrooms, a 170 m2 library, an auditorium, a computer room, two science laboratories, a 100 m2 cafeteria, and an infirmary, plus sport facilities such as two swimming pools, a football field, a gym, and multiple outdoor play areas and a running track. LFM offers two pathways: a traditional European curriculum and an American International Section (AIS) that provides bilingual English instruction and North American culture from CP to the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) in Première and Terminale. Most teaching is in French, with English language support and strong English immersion in AIS. The school serves around 320 students from about 38 nationalities and is AEFE-affiliated. The campus emphasizes sports, sustainable development, and international higher education opportunities.
Life Academy International (LAI) in Pasig City offers a Christ-centered education for day students aged 3 to 18. Integrating Biblical principles directly into everyday lessons, the school follows the Cambridge International framework for primary and lower secondary levels, before transitioning students into the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades 11 and 12. A distinctive feature of their early education is an Integrated Chinese Language Program, giving younger learners foundational exposure to Mandarin. The Ortigas East campus houses specific facilities for hands-on learning, including dedicated science and STEM labs, art studios, and a Library Media Center. For physical education, students utilize two full-sized indoor gymnasiums, a swimming pool, and a football field. According to the school's foundational mission, spiritual development is prioritized alongside core subjects, supported by an on-campus Chapel where students regularly gather for worship and pastoral mentorship.
Reach International School (RIS) offers Preschool through Senior High School (Levels 1–12) in a modern, inclusive learning community. The General Education Program combines the Singaporean Curriculum for English, Mathematics, and Science with the Philippines K-12 framework for other core subjects, and the Common Core State Standards for Social Studies. RIS provides a dedicated Special Education Program, including a Gifted Program (Modified Education Program and LEAP) and an Inclusion Program to support diverse learners. Language programs include English as a Second Language (ESL) and a Special Filipino Language Program, along with an Oral Communication Program. After-school interventions cover reading and math, and there are Music and Art offerings as part of Extra-Curricular Programs. Learning modalities include Face-to-Face, Online, and Hybrid, supported by a Learning Continuity Plan. Facilities include a Science Laboratory, Library, Cafeteria, Music Room, Guidance Room, Clinic, Vocational Education Room, Computer Laboratory, and Art Room. The campus is located on Sacred Heart Street in San Antonio Village, Makati City.
Global Leaders International School (GLIS) is a Cambridge-accredited international school offering Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level programs. The school presents itself as progressive and student-centered, with an emphasis on experiential learning, critical thinking and practical applications. Core features highlighted include Artificial Intelligence, Global Perspective, On-the-Job Training and Enterprise. Classes are kept small, with a maximum of 15 students per class. Filipino is taught as a minor and second language, and language electives such as Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, or English as a Second Language (ESL) are available in the enrichment program. The school serves pre-school through Grade 12, and uses facilities and practices aligned with Cambridge international standards.
South Mansfield College (SMC) in Muntinlupa City, Philippines, offers an education spanning from Preschool to College. SMC blends an international framework with local standards, utilizing British standards for Math and Science, Common Core (USA) for English, and Pennsylvania standards for Preschool. Supervised by the WASC-accredited Southville International School and Colleges, SMC incorporates the A.V.I.D. (Academic Excellence, Values Excellence, Interpersonal Sensitivity, Drive and Discipline to Achieve) framework into daily student life. A standout initiative is SMC’s Strong Empirical Research orientation. Graduating elementary and high school students must undertake descriptive and experimental research projects, submit scientific papers, and conduct investigatory projects—an uncommon requirement that cultivates advanced analytical skills early on. Furthermore, students utilize technology-assisted learning platforms like Khan Academy, Grammarly, and Turnitin. High school tracks include specialized offerings such as Robotics/Coding, Financial Literacy, and Mandarin language classes. The campus features the Royals Gym and E-learning classrooms to support student activities.
Fountain International School (FIS) operates two campuses in San Juan, Metro Manila, offering a Cambridge-accredited curriculum paired with Philippine Department of Education standards. FIS deliberately caps high school classes at 16 students to ensure personalized instruction. The academic program emphasizes STEM subjects through a distinct modular learning approach for Science and Mathematics, utilizing specialized European and Singaporean textbooks for deeper conceptual mastery. Students learn entirely in English, with language electives in Filipino, French, Turkish, Korean, or Chinese based on demand. Beyond the classroom, FIS encourages active participation through its sports program—featuring soccer, futsal, and badminton—supported by a large multi-purpose court. A distinctive tradition at FIS is the "Subject Culminating Activity," where students synthesize their learning at the end of a module to produce a concrete final project. The school also integrates mandatory local and international educational trips to connect theoretical lessons with real-world applications.
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