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CityManila
CurriculumIB
Leaving qualificationIB Diploma
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 14 to 18
Yearly fees: Not public
Reviews: 3.5
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IB Diploma
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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This school does not make their fees public for the academic year 2024/2025.

Address: Cecilia Araneta Parkway Biñan, Laguna, Philippines 4024
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School details

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Number of students

120

Number of nationalities represented in the school

20

Most common nationality

Filipino

Ratio of local students to international students

70% Local / 30% International

Native English speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes

Additional language classes offered by the school

Spanish / Mandarin / Filipino

Max. number of students per class

15-20

Average number of students per class

15

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

All classes at Beacon Academy for AY 2020-2021 are currently being held online with the hopes of moving into a blended learning set-up for AY 2021-2022.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

We are a non-secular school. We offer World Religion as a class.

External examinations or assessments available

IB Diploma Programme External Exams

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

99%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes

Learning support offered

We have a Learning Support Department with full-time teachers

Student access to education psychologist

Yes

Entry evaluation for students

Yes

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Interview, Test, Class Sit in

Waiting list

Dependent on grade level

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

July

Students can join after academic year begins

Sometimes

School start time

8:00AM

School finish time

3:00AM

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes, we have a cafeteria that provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Student Council, Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, Arts Club, Yearbook Club, Publications Club, Gardening Club, Community Service, Robotics Club, Etc.

Sports activities included

Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Badminton, and Chess

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

The Beacon Academy is a member of the League of Southern Manila Schools (LSMS) and Inter- Scholastic Schools Association (ISSA)

Sports facilities at the school

Gym, Basketball Court, Volleyball Court, Badminton Court, Football Field, Olympic Sized Pool

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Established in 2009, The Beacon Academy is a learning community that offers students from all backgrounds the opportunity to receive and succeed in a unique, holistic and globally recognised education that enables them to enter a local or international college best fit for their talents and who will make a positive contribution to the country.

Teaching approach of the school

The Beacon Academy uses Discussion-Based Learning in our classrooms.

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