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Leaders International Christian School of Manila

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 90
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English
Typical class size 10
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

Leaders International Christian School of Manila is a co-educational day school in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, serving students from ages two to sixteen. The school employs the U.S.-based BJU Press program, integrating mathematics, science, language arts, and history with daily Bible studies. LICSM caps classes at 10 students, ensuring individualized instruction and close faculty interaction. The campus provides distinct amenities, including a climbing wall, a music room, and courts for badminton and volleyball. Students participate in extracurriculars such as gymnastics, pickleball, and futsal. A unique feature of LICSM is its Finnish-inspired early learning model, which focuses on purposeful play and discovery-based activities rather than traditional rote methods. Additionally, the school organizes specific Community Outreach and Environmental Initiatives, giving students practical avenues to serve the local area. By teaching core subjects in English alongside Mandarin and Filipino language classes, the school equips students with regional communication skills.

www.leadersics.edu.ph

79 & 81 Bayani Rd, Taguig, 1630 Metro Manila, Philippines

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The Essentials

Leaders International Christian School of Manila has 90 pupils, typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English.

Location
LICSM is located at 79 and 81 Bayani Road, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. The campus sits in the Fort Bonifacio area (Bonifacio Global City) and is reachable via major roads in Taguig. Contact details list the address and walk-in hours for on-site visits.

Stages
LicSM offers early years through to Grade 10: Nursery 2 and Nursery 3, Kindergarten 4 and Kindergarten 5, then Grade 1 through Grade 10.

Type
The school is a private, co-educational Christian International School.

Additional learning support
Admission includes consideration of learning needs, with a doctor's assessment option for learning disabilities (e.g., ADHD, autism, speech delay). A Guidance Counselor is involved in the admissions process, and student support is addressed through the school's policies.

Country affiliation
LICSM has no formal country affiliation. It uses U.S.-based K-12 curricula (Abeka and BJU Press) under license, and is recognized by the Philippine Department of Education and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

Religious affiliation
The school is Christian, with a Bible-based curriculum and chapel-based activities. The mission is to glorify God, and the school uses Bible verses as part of its framework (e.g., Proverbs 22:6).

School day structure
The school operates as a day program, open 8:00 am–5:00 pm on Mondays to Fridays. Class times vary by level (N2–N3: 8:00–11:00; K4: 8:00–11:00; K5: 8:00–11:00; G1: 8:00–1:00; G2: 8:00–2:00; G3–G4: 8:00–2:15; G5–G6: 8:00–2:15; G7–G10: 8:00–2:30), with Fridays following shorter schedules. Lunch is from 12:00–1:00. Students sign in and out via a tap-ID system.

Bus service
LICSM offers a school bus service with routes to AFPOVAI, Bonifacio Heights, McKinley Hill, BGC, Acacia Estates, Arca South, and C-5. Rates vary by location.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application / Assessment Fees

- The admissions process requires payment of an assessment/application fee at the time of the entrance assessment. The published site materials state that an assessment fee is required, but the school does not publish the specific amount on its public pages.

Tuition fees by year group and term

- The school does not publish a public fee schedule that lists tuition amounts by grade or term on its publicly available pages. Parents receive the detailed tuition schedule and the available payment-plan options as part of the enrolment process. Because no grade-by-grade figures are posted publicly, no specific per-term or per-grade numeric amounts can be stated here.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and other required fees must be paid before the first day of classes according to the payment option selected during enrolment.
- The school indicates that tuition fees are payable via bank transfer or online payment; the school supplies payment details during enrollment. Parents are expected to complete payment according to the chosen schedule prior to the start of classes.

Boarding fees

- The school's public information describes Leaders International Christian School of Manila as a day school and does not list any boarding program or boarding fees. No boarding fees are published or described on the publicly available pages.

Other costs and fees

- Uniforms and optional school services are additional costs; payments for uniforms and optional services are handled after completion of enrollment. Specific uniform prices and optional service fees are not published on the school's public pages.
- Other common school charges (for example: assessment fee, curriculum or material fees, excursion or activity fees) are implied by the admissions steps and enrollment process but specific amounts or line-item names and rates are not published in the school's public materials.

Refund information

- No public refund policy or published schedule of refund rules for fees appears on the school's public pages. The school's public admissions materials do not include a posted refund policy or fee-refund table.

Fee payment options

- The school lists bank transfer and online payment as the payment methods used for tuition and fees; the school provides full payment instructions when parents complete enrollment. No public page explicitly lists credit-card processing or third-party payment vendors by name.

Summary for parents

- An assessment/application fee is required for entrance assessment, but the amount is not published.
- A detailed, grade-by-grade tuition schedule and specific numeric fees are not published on public pages; those figures and available payment plans are provided to parents during the enrollment process.
- Tuition must be paid before the first day of classes; bank transfer and online payment are the stated payment channels. Uniforms and optional services are extra and are paid after enrollment.
Academics

Leaders International Christian School of Manila teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 16.

Curriculum
Leaders International Christian School of Manila uses Bible-based U.S. K-12 curricula, specifically Abeka and BJU Press, to deliver faith-centered instruction across the school. The BJU Press curriculum provides structured core subjects such as mathematics, science, language arts, and history, taught within a biblical framework to promote critical thinking and character development. The school runs Nursery 2 through Grade 10, with Nursery 2, Nursery 3, Kindergarten 4, Kindergarten 5, and Grade 1–Grade 10; Nursery classes have a maximum of 15 students, while Grades 1-10 have a maximum of 30 students. Curricula are fused with developmentally appropriate activities and a balance of traditional and progressive approaches to cultivate life skills alongside academic competencies and Christian values. The program is recognised by the Philippine Department of Education, and LICSM is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). A Moving Up Program/Graduation indicates formal progression through the levels.
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application and Assessment: Submit a completely filled-out Application Form along with the Completed Medical Form. If applicable, include a Doctor's Assessment for learning disabilities (e.g., ADHD, Autism, Speech Delay, physical abilities, etc.). Provide an NSO Copy of Birth Certificate (original copy), the Latest Report Card/Progress Report (SF9 Form/Form 138), a Recommendation Form, and a Good Moral Certificate. These documents are used in LICSM's initial application review to assess the candidate's eligibility.

2. Entrance Assessment and Interview: The applicant proceeds to the Entrance Assessment and Interview stage. A payment of the assessment fee is required before the assessment. The entrance assessment will be conducted, followed by a Student and Parent interview with the Vice Principal. The results of these steps inform LICSM's enrollment decision.

3. Notification of Eligibility for Enrollment: An email will be promptly sent to the parent(s) upon determination of the candidate's eligibility for enrollment. The email communicates the eligibility status and serves as the official notification of whether enrollment is possible. The notification may include next steps and required actions for enrollment. Parents should review the notification carefully to understand the subsequent steps.

4. Payment of Fees: Tuition fees must be paid via bank transfer or online; details are provided upon enrollment. Payment, based on the selected payment option, must be settled before the first day of classes. This payment step follows the eligibility notification and is part of finalizing enrollment.

5. Completion of Enrollment: Parents will receive a letter of Confirmation of Enrollment via email. This serves as official enrollment confirmation for the student. Payments for uniforms and optional school service can be made after completing enrollment.

Scholarships
LICSM does not publish any scholarship information in its admissions materials. There is no dedicated Scholarships page, and the FAQ does not mention scholarships. If you need details about potential financial aid or opportunities, reach out to admissions for the latest guidance.

Waitlist
LICSM does not publish a waitlist or enrollment pool policy in its admissions materials.
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