Canadian American School vs Faith Academy

	C Canadian American School Manila, Philippines	F Faith Academy Manila, Philippines
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₱696,200 - 1,138,700	Fees / year ₱185,988 - 1,112,612
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 100	Pupils 550
Typical class size	Typical class size 6	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1957
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location CAS is located in Makati City, Philippines, on the 2nd Floor of LPL Mansions, 122 Leviste Street, Salcedo Village. The campus sits in a central, mixed‑use district and is across from Makati Sports Club, which supports easy access for commuting families. The Makati site is the school's primary campus for Preschool through High School.	Location Faith Academy Manila is located at Penny Lane Street, Valley Golf Subdivision, San Juan, Cainta, Rizal 1900, Philippines. The campus sits on the edge of Metro Manila in the Antipolo/Cainta area, about 22 km (14 miles) from downtown Manila. The school provides van transport to various parts of the city for enrolled families.
Stages	Stages Preschool (P1–P3, JK), Primary School (SK, G1–G8), and Secondary School (G9–G12) are all housed at a single Makati site. The school operates along an integrated K–12 structure with language immersion offerings starting in the Preschool years.	Stages Faith Academy offers a K-12 program with Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions. The site presents separate pages for Elementary, Middle School, and High School, and boarding is available as a residential option.
School type	School type The Canadian American School is an independent, co‑educational school. It operates as a day school serving Preschool through Grade 12.	School type Faith Academy is a co-educational international school offering day programs and on-site boarding. Boarding is provided on campus in three boarding homes (one all-girls, one all-boys, and one co-ed), with most boarders in high school and occasional placement for middle school on a case-by-case basis.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support An Exceptional Education Program integrates Special Education modifications and therapies. ESL support is available through the ESL program and the Center for English Language Learning.	Additional learning support English Language Learner (ELL) support is available; students from homes or countries where English is not the main language take an entrance exam and are assessed to determine their ELL level, with support managed by the respective division. For Additional Learning Needs (SEN), accommodation depends on staff availability due to rotating staff; families should notify the registrar of any special needs so they can discuss possible supports.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school uses a North American curriculum and has affiliations with Canada and the United States; it is recognized by the US Embassy in Manila and the Office of Overseas Schools.	Country affiliation The school is in the Philippines and is officially recognized by the Philippine Department of Education as a private international school; there is no formal country affiliation stated.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation listed for the Canadian American School.	Religious affiliation Faith Academy is a Christian international school with a Christ-centered mission. It operates as an evangelical school serving children of missionaries and Christian workers.
School day structure	School day structure School days run Monday–Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; weekends are closed.	School day structure The core school day runs from 7:10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with after-school programs continuing until about 4:30 p.m.
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service is not published on the school's official materials.	Bus service details Faith Academy runs vans to various parts of the city, with transportation available for a supplemental fee. Routes are arranged based on student numbers and locations.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Assessment Fees - Skills / placement assessments and entrance tests: English Proficiency Test USD 500. - One-time Registration / Reservation fee (new students): PHP 8,800. Annual tuition fees (by school level) — amounts shown in USD are the published annual tuition; per-term figures shown below are approximate and calculated by dividing the published annual tuition into three trimesters to match the school's 3-trimester payment schedule. - Preschool (P1–P3 / Junior Kinder): Annual tuition USD 11,800. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 3,933. - Senior Kinderschool: Annual tuition USD 12,550. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 4,183. - Grades 1–2: Annual tuition USD 13,800. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 4,600. - Grades 3–5: Annual tuition USD 15,700. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 5,233. - Grades 6–8: Annual tuition USD 16,700. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 5,567. - Grades 9–10: Annual tuition USD 17,550. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 5,850. - Grades 11–12: Annual tuition USD 18,800. Per-trimester (approx.) USD 6,267. One-off and recurring additional fees (published) - Matriculation / Advancement fee (one-time, new students): PHP 13,900. - School uniform set: PHP 1,500. - House Cup set / related student activity set: PHP 500. (appears as a small one‑time item in the fee sheet). - English as a Second Language (ESL) program fees: English Proficiency Test USD 500; ESL Levels — Level 1 USD 2,000; Level 2 USD 3,000; Level 3 USD 4,000. Learning Support Program (LSP) services are listed as TBD. - Total initial school-fee package for new students (published totals): - Preschool — Total for new students: USD 11,800; PHP 24,200 (as published on the school fee sheet). - Senior Kinderschool — Total for new students: USD 13,050; PHP 64,200 (as published). - Grades 1–2 — Total for new students: USD 14,300; PHP 64,200 (as published). - Grades 3–5 — Total for new students: USD 16,200; PHP 64,200 (as published). - Grades 6–8 — Total for new students: USD 17,200; PHP 84,200 (as published). - Grades 9–10 — Total for new students: USD 18,050; PHP 84,200 (as published). - Grades 11–12 — Total for new students: USD 19,300; PHP 84,200 (as published). Capital Development Fee / other settlement charges* - A one-time, non-refundable Capital Development Fee USD 2,500 is assessed per student and is due when fixed school fees are settled. This fee applies to all students, regardless of whether they attend the full school year or part of the year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Full payment of all school fees (including the Capital Development Fee) is required upon student acceptance and settlement prior to the school year start (September 1). - The school accepts an installment arrangement tied to the school's trimester schedule: families paying by installment must submit a current-dated check plus two post-dated checks dated for December 1 (second trimester) and March 1 (third trimester). The installment plan therefore follows a three-trimester schedule. The per‑trimester figures above are approximate equal divisions of the published annual tuition to match that schedule. - Issuing bouncing checks is grounds for removal from the school's official enrollment roster. Refunds and cancellation - The Capital Development Fee (USD 2,500) is non-refundable. - For families on an installment plan, no refunds are given for reduced attendance during a current trimester. Boarding / accommodation - The school operates from a single school site in Makati City and does not operate a boarding program; fees for boarding are not applicable. Other incidental or optional costs - School trips, extracurricular activities, certain course-specific materials, and any additional optional programs (for example additional ESL lessons beyond standard program levels or individualized learning support where charged) may incur separate fees; the Learning Support Program (LSP) is shown as TBD on the published fee sheet. Accepted payment instruments (as specified by the school) - For the installment structure the school requires a current-dated check plus two post-dated checks for the scheduled trimesters. Full settlement is required upon acceptance if not using the installment plan. No alternative methods (credit-card, bank‑transfer, online payment processors) are specified on the school's payment terms page. Notes on figures and calculations - Annual tuition figures above are the published USD amounts for each level and are taken from the school's 2025–2026 fee sheet. Per‑term numbers are approximate and were calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three to align with the school's trimester payment schedule; they are presented to show the expected amount due per trimester under the school's installment arrangement.	Fee details —
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Faith Academy has three boarding homes on campus. Each home is led by a dedicated dorm parent couple and their family, and houses 12–20 boarding students in five bedrooms. The three homes include separate housing for girls and for boys, with a third home configurable as co-ed if needed. Boarding prioritizes missionary families; siblings of current or past boarders may also be accepted, and space is allocated for students outside the Metro Manila area not on Faith Academy van routes. The majority of boarders are in high school; middle school students in grades 7–8 may be admitted on a case-by-case basis; the school does not admit students below grade 7.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	Food options The V cafeteria provides breakfast, snacks, lunch, and school catering. The menu features Filipino and American foods. The V opens at 7:30 am; students can use Faith ID cards to pay for purchases instead of cash, and parents can deposit funds at the Business Office and obtain a printout of their child's purchases.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is accredited by the Philippines Department of Education. Its education partner, Edgenuity (Imagine Learning), is accredited by Cognia Global Commission, and graduating seniors receive both a locally accredited CAS diploma and a US-based CGC diploma. The school is recognized as a World Consular School by the US Embassy in Manila, acknowledged by the Office of Overseas Schools, and serves as a Corporate Trustee of CANCHAM (Philippine Canadian Chamber of Commerce).	Governance and ownership Faith Academy Manila is governed by a self-perpetuating board of trustees composed of 15 voting members from the missionary community.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Canadian American School offers a progressive, inclusive curriculum aligned with US Common Core standards for English Language Arts and Social Studies, and with the US Next Generation Science Standards for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, while Canadian standards guide Performing and Fine Arts, Music, and World Languages. The school awards a dual diploma—one Philippine diploma issued by the Department of Education and a US diploma provided through its Cognia-accredited Edgenuity Virtual Academy partnership. Preschool offers age-appropriate classes (Preschool 1 to Junior Kindergarten) with early immersion language exposure in English, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Lower School (Senior Kindergarten to Grade 5) uses US Common Core for ELA and Mathematics and NGSS-based Science/Technology, with Social Studies aligned to US NCSS standards and World Languages including French, Spanish, Mandarin, and Hebrew, plus an Inclusive Education Program. Middle School & High School (Grades 9–12) follow a college-preparatory model with AP options and a 23-credit graduation requirement across English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine & Performing Arts, Physical/Health Education, Technology/Wellness, World Language, and Electives.	Curriculum details Faith Academy Manila provides an English-medium curriculum across Elementary, Middle School, and High School, grounded in a Christian worldview. The school is officially recognized by the Philippine Department of Education as a private international school and is accredited by WASC and ACSI, with evaluations every six years. English language instruction is central to the program, and Schoolwide Learning Results emphasize five outcomes: Creative & Critical Thinkers, Self-Directed Learners, Proficient Collaborators, Skillful Communicators, and Faithful Stewards. The curriculum includes a Korean Studies Program (Korean Language, Korean History, Korean Civics) and Fine Arts offerings from Elementary through High School. Middle School features Outdoor Education and a broad elective/club program, while High School offers higher-level courses and a four-House system (Tharseo, Anastasis, Machaira, Kaio) to support leadership and community. Graduates receive the Faith Academy Diploma, recognized for admission to Filipino and international universities.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Canadian American School uses evidence-based practices to promote social and emotional learning for infants, toddlers, and early learners. Teachers are trained in using the Pyramid Model for Supporting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children, developed by the Center for Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning, and follow its guiding principles. The guiding principles include supporting development, individualizing interventions, and applying strategies within natural routines, with attention to cultural and linguistic diversity. The Wellness Program focuses on raising students' self-awareness of abilities, strengths, talents and potentials; teaching strategies to manage one's body, behavior, emotions and relationships; and instilling respect, responsibility, and kindness through age-appropriate lessons and activities. It also offers individualized services for students facing challenges such as academic difficulties, anxiety, behavioral concerns, and students who might engage in self-harm, and connects with institutions that can provide further counseling and psychological assistance, while engaging teachers and staff in trainings to maintain their own well-being. The school also features a House System and After School Clubs as part of Student Life to support peer interaction and social development.	Social & emotional learning Faith Academy supports social and emotional learning through weekly chapel across divisions, staff-led small groups and mentorship, and youth group activities that promote faith, friendships, and personal development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The Canadian American School operates an Exceptional Education Program that integrates Special Education modifications and therapies within the general curriculum and uses an inclusive education model. It collaborates with education professionals and other service providers (developmental pediatricians, school psychologists, occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, physical therapists, etc.) to complete educational assessments and monitor program plans. A Student Intervention Team reviews records to determine what assessments are needed, followed by a Comprehensive Evaluation by a multidisciplinary team to identify strengths and needs and determine eligibility for services. An Individualized Education Plan is created, detailing present levels of academic performance, goals, accommodations, supplementary aids and services, and placement, with progress monitored through annual reviews or reevaluation. The Continuum of Services comprises Level 1 Full Inclusion, Level 2 Full Inclusion with Special Educator Support, Level 3 Partial Inclusion/Program Modification, and Level 4 Individualized Education Program; fees are determined case-by-case and may include supplementary supports such as Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Family Counseling, and other interventions.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides services for students with special needs and asks families to disclose needs to the registrar to discuss next steps; turnover in staff is noted as making accommodation of special needs more challenging.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The Canadian American School offers an English as a Second Language (ESL) Program that provides support for students whose first language is not English. Sheltered Instruction (Content-based ESL) is used to accommodate English Language Learners, with an ELL teacher assigned to evaluate and monitor language proficiency and progress and to develop a service plan in collaboration with classroom teachers. Eligibility begins with enrollment and identification of a non-English first language; initial assessments may include an English Language Proficiency Test for some entrants. Service levels range from Level 1 to Level 3 (newcomer level), with the cost of supplemental services determined by level, and students are reassessed annually and typically participate for one to two years before testing out.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language support is addressed via an entry English-language test for non-native speakers, with ELL offerings handled differently by divisions and a recommendation to consult the divisional principal to determine current offerings.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Wellness Program supports students' mental and emotional well-being with a focus on developing academic, social and emotional well-being. It emphasizes raising students' self-awareness of abilities, strengths and potentials and teaching strategies to manage one's body, behavior, emotions and relationships. It also aims to instill positive behaviors such as respect, responsibility, and kindness through age-appropriate lessons and activities, and provides individualized services for students facing challenges such as academic difficulties, anxiety, behavioral concerns, or self-harm, with connections to external counseling and psychological assistance as needed. Staff and teachers participate in ongoing trainings to maintain their own well-being and effectiveness.	Mental wellbeing The Faith Academy Counseling Center provides part-time family counselors offering individual, marital and family counseling to students, staff and their families, with no fees.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding A dedicated Child Safeguarding section appears under Health & Safety within the Student Life area. Publicly available information notes the existence of the Child Safeguarding component, but detailed safeguarding policies are not published on the page.	Safeguarding A dedicated Child Safety Team handles safeguarding and child protection, and concerns can be reported via a dedicated Contact Child Safety form; the page also provides the school address and phone for safeguarding matters.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview CAS is located on a single Makati campus, housed on the 2nd floor of LPL Mansions at 122 Leviste Street, Salcedo Village. The school serves Preschool through Grade 12 and follows a North American curriculum with Canadian standards for performing and fine arts, music, and world languages, with an emphasis on early bilingual and multilingual exposure. CAS is accredited by the Philippines Department of Education and partners with Edgenuity/Imagine Learning for a US diploma pathway, with graduates receiving both a local CAS diploma and a CGC diploma. The language program includes English plus world language options such as French, German, Hebrew, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish across grade levels. After-school clubs cover robotics, chess, taekwondo, visual arts, and language activities, and students participate in external learning experiences such as visits to Manila Ocean Park, Ark Avilon Zoo, and Mind Museum.	Facilities overview Faith Academy Manila's facilities cover athletics, arts, libraries, and classrooms to support a well-rounded program.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The Aquatics Center features a 25-meter, six-lane pool with a 3-foot diving board and a maximum depth of 11.5 feet, plus a sheltered Kids Pool (7.1 m x 10.6 m). The Hardeman Gym provides a full-size basketball court and two side-by-side volleyball courts that can be separated by a drop curtain; Middle School and Elementary Covered Courts, tennis courts, and Sy Field and White Field complete the athletic facilities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities The Elementary Library has 18,000+ books, magazines, videos, research databases, and music/drama CDs, while the Secondary Library serves middle and high school with 17,000+ materials; the campus also supports learning with Google Apps for Education and more than 290 school-owned computers and 440 Chromebooks.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities CAS offers a broad range of after-school clubs and activities across arts, STEM, languages, and sports, including Robotics & Engineering, Animation, Coding, Visual Arts, Chess, Taekwondo, and language clubs (French, Spanish, Hebrew, Mandarin). Music programs cover instruments such as drums, violin, piano, guitar, and band activities. Additional offerings include dance and various after-school programs. The school also arranges field trips and exchanges to educational venues such as Manila Ocean Park, Ark Avilon Zoo, Avilon Zoo, and Mind Museum as part of experiential learning.	Extra curricular facilities The Cadd Theater, in the Dick and Helen Cadd Fine Arts Center, is a 907-seat auditorium with a Wenger concert shell and Yamaha C-7 grand piano, and Tipunan Hall seats up to 400 for chapels, banquets, and performances.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The Canadian American School Manila is a micro international school offering a progressive, inclusive curriculum. The curriculum aligns with US Common Core standards for English Language Arts and Social Studies, and the US Next Generation Science Standards for STEM, while also following Canadian standards for Performing and Fine Arts, Music, and World Languages. It is recognized as a World Consular School by the US Embassy in Manila and acknowledged by the Office of Overseas Schools under the US State Department, and it is a Corporate Trustee of the Philippine Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CANCHAM). The school is accredited by the Philippines Department of Education, and its education partner, Edgenuity (Imagine Learning), is accredited by Cognia Global Commission, with graduates receiving both a locally accredited CAS diploma and a US CGC diploma. The Canadian American School Manila marks its 10th year of operation, indicating a founding around 2016.	History Faith Academy was established in 1957 by missionaries seeking a dedicated educational environment for their children. It began with 47 students and 6 teachers in a donated house on V. Mapa Street in Manila. In 1961 land was purchased east of Manila in Rizal, and the 1962-63 school year opened at the new campus with 212 students. The first graduating class completed in 1965, and the school later faced Typhoon Yoling in 1970, which destroyed about 60% of the campus. Faith Academy is governed by a self-perpetuating board of trustees drawn from the missionary community.
Community	Community The CAS Manila community is international, with students representing 28 nations and 17 diplomatic missions. The school offers an English Language Camp and a Summer Camp open to CAS students and non-CAS participants. A wide range of after‑school clubs support student interests and community engagement. Parent involvement is facilitated through the CAS Family Portal, which provides communications and access to school information for families.	Community Faith Academy's community is multinational and mission-focused, welcoming students from missionary families, international staff, and Philippine nationals. Gospel integration anchors campus life, with weekly chapel in every division, small groups, and a Spiritual Emphasis Week, and students regularly serve in ministries around Metro Manila. Students participate in clubs and organizations such as Model United Nations, National Honor Society, International Thespian Society, Worship Team, and Youth Group, promoting leadership, service, and cross-cultural collaboration.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association A formal Parent Teacher Association is not publicly described on the CAS site. Parent involvement is organized through the CAS Family Portal, which provides communications with the school and access to registrar services. The school runs extensive after‑school clubs that can involve parent volunteers and community support, and events and programs encourage family engagement. The school's community-building includes milestones such as its 10‑year anniversary and related organizational updates, which involve staff and families in school-wide initiatives. Public coverage of CAS events, such as talent shows, demonstrates active family participation in school life.	Parent teacher association Faith Academy does not publish a standalone PTA page on its site; parent involvement is organized through a volunteer program coordinated by a Volunteer Coordinator. Parents may volunteer as coaches, classroom assistants, playground staff, substitute teachers, or library helpers, and participate in campus life on an informal, non-contract basis. Volunteer opportunities are described in school communications and coordinated by the Volunteer Coordinator to match campus needs. Volunteers contribute across the campus year-round and help with events and programs that touch athletics, arts, and student leadership. The four-house system (Kaio, Anastasis, Machaira, Tharseo) supports mentoring and collaboration across grade levels, creating pathways for family involvement. Overall, the school emphasizes flexible, faith-centered service rather than a traditional PTA model.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual CAS offers after-school clubs that emphasize academic enrichment and STEM. Notable options include Robotics & Engineering, Coding, and Chess, with younger students engaging in Science Discovery as part of the preschool program. The program also includes activities such as Animation, Film Club, and Visual Arts that foster inquiry and critical thinking through hands-on projects. These clubs provide structured, extracurricular experiences that complement classroom learning.	Academic & intellectual Faith Academy Manila offers multiple clubs focused on academic enrichment and intellectual development. These clubs include Model United Nations, Tech Team, National Honor Society, International Thespian Society, Academic Bowl, and Debate Club. Clubs are guided by staff with subject-matter expertise and provide opportunities to plan fundraisers, coordinate volunteers, travel with peers, and develop leadership and teamwork. Gospel Integration is a core value in the classroom and out, with weekly chapel and small-group discussions that complement academic life.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative CAS provides extensive arts and creative activities through the ASC program. Students can participate in Visual Arts, Dance (Dance Class and Ballet), and music-making through Drums, Violin, Piano, Guitar, Band, and Ukulele. Additional creative options include Film Club and Animation, as well as Arts & Crafts. These offerings complement the core curriculum by supporting creativity, collaboration, and performance skills.	Arts & creative Faith Academy Manila offers a Fine Arts program with Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Drama, and Visual Arts. The arts program emphasizes on-campus performances and art shows, and arts training begins in Elementary School and continues through High School. Early years include general music and art classes and opportunities to join groups such as a children's chorus.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language and culture clubs are offered through After School Clubs, including French Language & Culture, Hebrew Language & Culture, and Spanish Language & Culture. Additional language options include Mandarin and Italian, reflecting CAS's emphasis on multilingual learning. These clubs provide exposure to language and cultural awareness beyond regular classes, and align with the school's world-language program.	Cultural & language Faith Academy Manila offers a Korean Studies Program led by Korean instructors, in place since 2004. The program lets interested students study Korean language, history, and civics, helping Korean and international students improve Korean and English language proficiency and aiding university entrance planning. We offer Korean Language, Korean History, and Korean Civics.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies CAS offers numerous recreational and hobby-oriented clubs through ASC. Students can join sports and fitness activities such as Taekwondo, Badminton, Tennis, Soccer (team members), Basketball, and Table Tennis. Non-sport options include Chess, Yoga, Bowling, Archery, and Dance-related activities such as Hip Hop and Ballet. These clubs promote physical health, teamwork, and social engagement among students.	Social & hobbies Faith Academy Manila provides social and faith-based groups such as Youth Group and Small Groups & Bible Studies. Weekly chapel is held in every division to foster community and faith. Staff lead small groups and Bible studies, and students are encouraged to start their own peer groups or join peer-led initiatives.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Community service and outreach are incorporated into student life. During Spiritual Emphasis Week, High School students hear from outside speakers and then serve in ministries around Metro Manila. Clubs and student life also emphasize volunteering and service as part of their activities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Leadership and professional development are fostered through Model United Nations, the National Honor Society, the International Thespian Society, and Debate Club. The Tech Team also provides opportunities to develop technical skills and collaborate with peers. Students have opportunities to lead clubs, organize events, and participate in competitions to build leadership experience.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school emphasizes student wellbeing through a wellness program and social-emotional learning. The program focuses on self-awareness, strategies for managing behavior, emotions, and relationships, and promoting respectful and responsible conduct. The wellbeing framework includes access to counseling and psychological support, with ongoing staff training to sustain well-being. Athletics and the house system support physical health, teamwork, and community belonging.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Faith Academy Manila runs a comprehensive athletics program that supports physical and mental well-being. Sports include Boys & Girls Basketball, Cross-country, Volleyball, Rugby, Soccer, Swim Team, Tennis, and Track & Field. Coaches are often teachers and staff who know their players well, and the program emphasizes character, teamwork, and Christian values.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the primary instruction language, and students are exposed to foreign languages including French, Spanish, Mandarin, and Hebrew in the World Language program; Preschool also exposes students to German and Japanese. World Languages are elective in Lower School and Middle/High School, while ESL is available for non-native English speakers. ESL has Levels 1–3 (newcomer level); students typically participate for one to two years and are reassessed annually. Sheltered Instruction and dedicated ELL teachers monitor progress and support language development.	Language provision English is the language of instruction and is central to Faith Academy's curriculum. English Language Learner (ELL) support is provided; all prospective students from homes or countries where English is not the main language are screened by entrance testing, and ELL approaches are implemented at the divisional level. Korean is taught through the Korean Studies Program, led by Korean instructors, offering Korean Language, Korean History, and Korean Civics to support students from Korea or those planning to return to Korea, and to help develop both Korean and English proficiency.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The Canadian American School identifies bilingual education as the cornerstone of its program. Language learning starts early, with exposure and immersion in multiple languages beginning in Preschool. Foreign language teachers are native-tongue speakers, and the program aims for fluency by around Grade 1 (age 6). English plus foreign language exposure is provided from Preschool onward, with World Language learning continuing through Grade 12.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Language immersion experiences begin in Preschool. Preschool immersion covers English and multiple foreign languages such as French, German, Hebrew, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. World Language learning continues in Grades K-12, providing ongoing language exposure and practice. The program emphasizes early multilingualism and diverse language outcomes as part of its curriculum.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Awards and recognitions publicly published by Faith Academy on its site in the past five years are not listed. The site does not show a dedicated awards section or school-wide award announcements for 2021–2026. If you'd like, I can search for external sources or third-party announcements, but that would go beyond site-only information.
Accreditations	Accreditations The Canadian American School is accredited by the Philippines Department of Education. This shows CAS meets national standards and is authorized to operate as a recognized school in the Philippines.	Accreditations Faith Academy holds multiple accreditations and recognitions cited by the school. These are: - Department of Education (Philippines) recognition: Faith Academy is officially recognized by the Philippines Department of Education as a private international school. This allows enrollment of students from diverse nationalities and ensures the Faith Academy diploma is recognized for applications to Filipino and international universities and colleges. - Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation: Faith Academy is accredited by WASC and is evaluated by this body on a six-year cycle. WASC is a recognized U.S.-based accrediting organization for K–12 schools, providing external validity and ongoing quality review. Faith Academy's history notes that it received WASC accreditation in 1972. - Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) accreditation: Faith Academy is accredited by ACSI and is evaluated on a six-year cycle. ACSI is a global Christian school accrediting and support network for schools with a Christian mission. - Cambridge International Examinations / Cambridge IGCSE program: Faith Academy began offering the University of Cambridge, U.K. IGCSE Education program in 1981, reflecting an ongoing Cambridge International Examinations affiliation for their IGCSE curriculum. - Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC) accreditation / Donee status: Faith Academy was certified by the Bureau of Internal Revenue as duly accredited by PCNC and registered as a donee institution (Donee Certificate of Registration No. 182-2021) as of December 16, 2021. This relates to donor tax-deductibility and NGO certification. - Government recognition as a private international school (explicit DOE recognition): This recognition confirms Faith Academy's status as a private international school within the Philippine education framework. It also notes that the Faith Academy diploma is recognized for university admissions. Notes: - Cambridge-related status on Faith Academy's site is described as the Cambridge IGCSE program being offered (not labeled explicitly as a Cambridge “Centre” accreditation). The school's history confirms the Cambridge IGCSE program has been part of its offerings since 1981.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Attend a School Trial. School trials are typically scheduled for a class day, and during this time, prospective students sit in a full day to experience the learning environment. Families have the opportunity to ask questions about the school's programs and structure. The trial helps families assess fit before moving forward with the application process. 2. Submit an Application Form and settle the application fee. The complete Application Form is provided in the information packet or can be downloaded from the page. A nonrefundable Registration Fee and Testing Fees must be settled before the application is reviewed. The school publishes the 2025‑2026 Annual School Fees by program, showing new‑student totals from USD 11,800 (Preschool) to USD 19,300 (Grades 11‑12) with PHP equivalents; a Capital Development Fee of USD 2,500 is due upon settlement of fixed school fees. If paying on an installment plan, a current‑dated check plus two post‑dated checks for December 1 and March 1 are required; refunds are not provided for reduced attendance during a current trimester. 3. Skills Evaluation. Applicants from Senior Kindergarten (5‑year‑olds) and up participate in skills testing and/or English language proficiency tests. These tests are not Pass/Fail; their results guide instructional planning and identify any needs for additional support services. The school offers an English as a Second Language (ESL) program for students whose first language is not English, and students with identified needs may undergo a comprehensive evaluation that may involve related service providers. 4. Review and Acceptance. Applications are reviewed on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Only completed forms with Nonrefundable Registration Fees and Testing Fees settled will be reviewed. Acceptance decisions are usually issued electronically, with a formal letter and a School Fees Invoice attached.	Admissions 1. Visit: Faith Academy Manila invites families to schedule a campus tour or view a virtual open house to learn about programs and campus life. The school maintains opportunities to explore through a visit request form and a calendar of events; a campus visit is encouraged before applying. The school teaches in English, and proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing) is required for admission. 2. Prepare: The admissions process requires gathering documents listed in the Admissions Checklist. ALL documents must be translated into English. Typical items include the student's passport, birth certificate, transcripts, and letters of reference; some items may come from sending organizations for missionary families. Having these documents ready helps prevent delays in the application review. 3. Apply: To apply for enrollment, start the application process through the Apply page. The process emphasizes submitting the application and paying the application fees on the same day to avoid delays. Upon acceptance, a $300 seat deposit is required and will be credited to the tuition. 4. Enroll: After the application is accepted, the Registrar will email next steps to enroll. Families can monitor their status via the registration site and complete enrollment requirements. Boarding applications can be considered during enrollment if desired. 5. Language & eligibility notes: Faith Academy Manila is an international school with English as the language of instruction; English-speaking proficiency is required for admission. Applicants may undergo English Language Learner (ELL) testing if English is not the main language at home.
Scholarships	Scholarships No scholarships are advertised on the admissions or application materials.	Scholarships Faith Academy offers scholarship funds and financial assistance alongside merit-based or donor-supported programs. Notable scholarship funds include the Bill Simons Memorial Scholarship and the Steve and Kay Abelman Scholarship, which are described as lasting legacies supporting Faith Academy and its students and staff. Donor materials explain the purpose and history of these funds. For families needing financial support, Faith Academy also offers Financial Assistance with an application process reviewed by a Financial Assistance Committee; applications must be submitted each school year by stated deadlines. There are also discounted rates for evangelical missionary families and for families demonstrating financial need. Seat deposits and multi-year payment options (early payment discounts) are described in the finances section.
Waitlist	Waitlist CAS operates an open admission policy with year‑round applications. Applications are reviewed on a first‑come, first‑served basis, and acceptance decisions are issued electronically with a formal letter and School Fees Invoice.	Waitlist The school does not describe a formal waitlist or pool system.
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