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Affordable International Schools in Manila, Philippines

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About international schools in Manila, Philippines

International schools across Metro Manila typically teach in English and offer a mix of international curricula - most commonly the International Baccalaureate, adapted British (Cambridge/IGCSE) programmes and American or Australian systems - with an increasing number of bilingual Mandarin, Korean or Japanese tracks. Full-year tuition varies by school and year group, but a recent market survey places the median around ₱509,300 with most schools clustered roughly between ₱330,000 and ₱892,000; families should also budget for enrolment/registration fees, transport, uniforms and external exam charges. Most international schools follow an August-to-June academic calendar and run their own admissions cycles that include paperwork, entrance assessments and interviews, so parents commonly begin enquiries six to twelve months before arrival. Schools are concentrated in business/residential hubs such as Bonifacio Global City, Makati, Alabang and parts of Pasig and Quezon City, so commuting time, school transport and neighbourhood safety are important practical considerations for relocating families.

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At a glance 1 schools · avg fee PHP 8,850
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Curricula
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Average annual fee
PHP 8,850
Fee range
PHP 7,200 – 10,500
Most common curriculum
Korean Curriculum (1 schools)
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FAQs for Philippines

What international curricula will I find in Manila and how do they differ?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), adapted British programmes that lead to IGCSEs and sometimes A-levels, and US/Australian style curricula; some schools combine one system in primary with the IB Diploma in the sixth form. The main differences are in structure and assessment: IB emphasises a continuous, inquiry-based continuum, British programmes use staged public examinations (IGCSE/A-level), and American systems use grade-by-grade assessment with local or AP tests - pick the system that best matches your child’s future university plans and preferred learning style.
How much should I budget for school fees and extra costs?
Tuition at international schools in Metro Manila typically sits around the middle hundreds of thousands of pesos per year, with most schools falling between roughly ₱330,000 and ₱892,000 and a median near ₱509,300; fees increase with senior-school levels and for specialist programmes. Expect additional costs for registration/entrance fees, school uniforms, daily transport or bus services, textbooks and external examination fees, and consider setting aside a contingency for school trips and optional co-curricular activities.
When does the school year start and how far ahead should I apply?
Most international schools in Metro Manila run an August-to-June academic year, even though the local public system has moved through different calendars in recent years. Because places in popular year groups are limited and admissions usually require documents, assessments and an interview, many families begin enquiries and submit applications six to twelve months before their intended start date.
Is English the language of instruction and what language support is available?
English is the primary medium of instruction at virtually all international schools in Metro Manila, and most schools offer additional modern languages such as Mandarin, Spanish and French alongside Filipino lessons. Several schools run genuine bilingual programmes (for example balanced English - Mandarin tracks) and almost all provide English as an Additional Language (EAL/EALD) support for children who need it.
What should relocating parents look for when comparing schools?
Check the school’s curriculum and how it aligns with your child’s longer-term academic pathway, the availability and quality of English-language support, and whether the school holds recognised accreditation or inspection reports. Also consider practical factors - daily commute and transport, pastoral and safeguarding policies, class sizes and staff turnover, published exam or university guidance outcomes, and the full cost of attendance including extras.