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As The Philippines’ economy continues to go from strength to strength, there is more demand than ever for top class international schools. The majority of international schools in the Philippines, and the most well-regarded ones, are located in Manila.

Demand for top class international schools is especially high in the country’s capital. However, one significant blocker is preventing these schools from being built - there’s nowhere to put them!

Real estate in Manila is hard to come by for any type of new building, not least the large campuses needed for international schools. New urban zones on the outskirts of the city are being planned or are already under construction, so it’s likely that in a few years there will be a selection of international schools clustered around these areas.

Not surprisingly, transport to and from Manila’s international schools can be an issue. The city is large and sprawling. A journey may look straight forward on a map, but with distance and traffic factored in, things can change drastically.

Having said all that, the number of international schools in Manila, and the Philippines in general, is growing fast despite the challenges faced.

Due to the demand, there is a huge choice of accredited and non-accredited international schools in Manila. Plenty of these non-accredited schools offer the same excellent standards as their accredited counterparts. However, you should be aware that there is no definitive way to quantify the quality of education they offer. Do your research before you apply and make sure you are informed about your chosen school’s status.

As for the accredited international schools, they tend to have large numbers of students from both expat and native families. This is especially true of the schools located in sought-after areas like Makati City and Fort Bonifacio.

The school year begins in June and ends in March. Education is compulsory from the ages of 5 to 17. Manila is a very diverse city, so you can expect to find a wide range of nationalities in any international school. International education is very desirable for native families too, so you’re also likely to see a significant proportion of local students.

As for quality of education, you can expect the same in Manila’s international schools as you would all across Asia. Class sizes are small and teachers are usually native speakers of the language of instruction. There are extensive extra curricular options to suit every child’s interests, and quite often hot meals will be provided. Some schools offer boarding, but this is not commonplace in Manila.

Below, we have compiled the top 10 international schools in Manila according to our users. However, there are another 27 schools to choose from in the city. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in Manila based on your requirements.

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Nord Anglia International School Manila

Nord Anglia International School Manila is part of Nord Anglia Education, the world’s leading premium schools organisation.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php626,267
to: Php1,742,032
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Best 10 International Schools in Manila

Out of a total of 37 International Schools in Manila.

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

Global Leaders International School

Leadership, Intellect and Environmentalism
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php264,148
to: Php445,233

German European School Manila

GESM fosters a tight-knit community, providing many opportunities for parents, teachers, administrators and students to meet and work together. The school values the holistic development of each and every child, just as much as it values academic excellence. As a German-European institution, GESM puts strong emphasis on language learning, among others as a vehicle towards cultural tolerance and international citizenship.
Curriculum
IB, British, German
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php347,171
to: Php949,255

The Beacon Academy

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.
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(3 reviews)

Nord Anglia International School Manila

Nord Anglia International School Manila is part of Nord Anglia Education, the world’s leading premium schools organisation.
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php626,267
to: Php1,742,032
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Lycée Français de Manille

Lycée Francais de Manille is a French school in Manila.
Together with the German International School in Manila, LFM is located on the green and spacious Eurocampus in Paranaque.
The school has French and American International sections.
Curriculum
American, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php324,476
to: Php685,541
Reviews
(1 review)

Faith Academy

Faith Academy is an international Christian school offering Pre K-12 education for the children of Christian workers as well as other local and international students. Its mission is to equip students to be Christ-like, lifelong learners by providing a dynamic, relevant education. Faith Academy envisions expanding children’s educational delivery options to meet the needs of the missions enterprise throughout Asia. Faith Academy utilizes a globally-recognized curriculum, and provides a progressive, well-rounded education. Staff are missionaries who have a love for students and a strong desire to serve God through education.
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php187,349
to: Php1,057,753
Reviews
(1 review)

Brent International School Manila

Brent Pride is the recognition that, through mutual respect, our school community is strengthened by our differences in culture, faith, and abilities. Brent Pride is our spirit of satisfaction as we achieve our goals, and is the camaraderie we feel when we celebrate the accomplishments of others. Most importantly, it is having a true connection and sense of belonging within the Brent Family. It is knowing that Brent is, and always will be, home.
Curriculum
IB, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php439,845
to: Php1,038,718

International School Manila

International School Manila is an independent, international school with a structure, style and traditions that emanate from the United States and with a curriculum and methodology that reflect the best in worldwide educational research and practice. ISM school is diverse and dynamic, and our students have the highest aspirations for their education and future lives.
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php783,825
to: Php1,590,455

The Beacon School

The Beacon School is an independent, non-profit, secular, and co-educational school for students from Pre-K to Grade 8. The school is accredited by the Department of Education of the Philippines and authorized by the International Baccalaureate to deliver the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme. This internationally recognized curriculum framework provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding of Filipino culture and heritage, as they actively engage in a high quality, inquiry-based program of study that fosters an awareness of complex global issues and the skills needed to address them.
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 14
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: Php353,174
to: Php819,119

Reedley International School

Reedley nurtures globally competent and kind students in a happy and caring environment. We develop our students to be Reesians at heart, in mind, and in spirit.
Curriculum
American, Singaporean, Filipino
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(10 reviews)

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