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Higher Champs International School

Myanmar, Mandalay

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 5 - 16 years
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Burmese
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Higher Champs International School is located in Mandalay at Ma-84/2, 35th Street, between 52nd Street and Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung. The school offers a UK-linked Cambridge Curriculum across Primary and Secondary, with Cambridge Primary (Years 2-6), Lower Secondary (Years 7-9), and Cambridge IGCSE (Years 10-11) for ages 5 to 16. Students benefit from enquiry-based learning, a strong emphasis on problem solving, and Cambridge Learner Attributes such as confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged. HCIS opened in 2018 to serve Mandalay's changing community, building on the earlier LCIS kindergarten started in 2016. The program is underpinned by five Cambridge elements: International Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Assessment, International Recognition, and Global Community. Beyond core academics, the school supports Arts and Creative activities, Cultural and Language clubs, and Community and Service initiatives, with a Parent-Teacher Association guiding parental involvement and community links to wellbeing. Fostering curious, capable global citizens.

Ma-84/2, 35th Street, Between 52nd Street & Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung, Mandalay

The Essentials

Higher Champs International School has instruction in English.

Location
HCIS Mandalay campus is located in Yemon Taung, Mandalay, Myanmar. The address is Ma-84/2, 35th Street, Between 52nd Street & Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung, Mandalay. It is part of HCIS's network of campuses across Myanmar, including Monywa, Mawlamyaing, Hpa-an and Kyauk Pa Daung.

Stages
Primary (Year 2–Year 6); Lower Secondary (Year 7–Year 9); IGCSE (Year 10–Year 11).

School day structure
School day runs 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school has a Parent–Teacher Association
Fees
Application / Admission fees

- A one-time administrative/admission fee is charged for all new students registering at the school.
- Sibling admission fee scale: first child pays 100% of the admission fee; second child pays 95%; any subsequent children pay 90% of the admission fee.

Tuition fees by year group and term

- The school does not publish a public schedule of tuition amounts by year group or per term. Precise tuition figures for each year group and per-term billing are not published in the publicly available fee materials.
- Sibling tuition discount: there is a 10% tuition discount for the third and fourth child registering from the same family (all children must be in attendance at the same time).
- Full-payment incentive: families that pay school fees in a one-time cash payment up front are entitled to a 5% discount on tuition; this discount cannot be combined with other discounts. (Described as both a “Full Payment Discount” and an “Early Payment Promotion” in published policy.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All registration fees must be paid in full unless a separate payment plan has been formally agreed between the family and the school.
- Families that register after March 31 of the previous academic year may choose from a variety of payment plans depending on the month that registration is completed.
- A late-payment penalty of USD 25 is applied to late tuition payments.
- No official school reports or transcripts will be released until all accounts are paid in full.
- There is a 10% early-payment discount applied to families who pay tuition during the school's designated early-payment period. This is separate from the one-time full-payment 5% discount and cannot be combined with other discounts.

Boarding fees

- No boarding programme or boarding fees are published in the school's publicly available materials. The school's fee materials do not list boarding charges.

Other costs and incidental charges

- The published fee policy states the existence of an admission/administrative fee and refers generally to fee categories, but it does not publish numerical amounts for items such as uniforms, books, examination fees, meals, transport, or school supplies. Specific charges for these items are not available in the publicly posted materials.

Refund information and exceptions

- Refunds are not given under the school's stated refund policy.
- Exceptions to payment and refund policies may only be approved following a meeting with the Head of School and the Chief Executive Officer; neither admissions nor finance staff nor board members may approve exceptions.

Fee payment options

- Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer, international transfer, credit/debit card, or cash) are not specified in the publicly available fee materials. The school's finance office contact details are provided for arranging payment and discussing available payment plans.

Brief summary of findings and limitations

- The school's published Fees & Registration materials provide clear policy rules (one-time admission fee, sibling discounts, early/full-payment discounts, USD 25 late fee, no refunds, requirement that registration fees be paid in full unless a payment plan is agreed, and that exceptions require senior-school approval). However, the numerical tuition amounts by year group, per-term figures, and specific charges for items such as uniforms, books, meals, transport, examination or boarding fees are not published and therefore cannot be listed here. Precise monetary figures for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26 if 2026/27 figures are not available) are not publicly posted and must be obtained directly from the school's finance office.
Academics

Higher Champs International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 5 to 16.

Curriculum
HCIS uses the UK-linked Cambridge Curriculum across the school. Primary (Year 2–6) follows The Cambridge Primary Curriculum (5–11 year olds), taught through enquiry-based learning with a strong focus on problem solving and thinking skills. Lower Secondary (Year 7–9) uses the Cambridge Curriculum to develop 10 core subjects, including English, Maths and Science, aligned with the Cambridge Learner Attributes: confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged. IGCSE (Year 10–11) uses the Cambridge IGCSE program, a widely used English-language qualification for 14 to 16-year olds. The curriculum is underpinned by five elements: International Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Assessment, International Recognition, and Global Community; Cambridge schools are part of a worldwide educational community.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Cambridge Curriculum includes the Cambridge Learner Attributes – confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged – which support students' social and emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school asks to disclose any medical needs such as allergies or a condition that the school needs to be made aware of for health and safety purposes, and to disclose any special needs your student has or has been recommended to receive services for at other schools to ensure the school can educate your child effectively.
Parent Experience

History
LCIS kindergarten began in 2016 and HCIS opened in 2018 to cater for current pupils and to offer opportunities to grow and develop. Since opening, HCIS has grown and expanded to provide education for the changing cultural identity of the Mandalay community. HCIS follows the Cambridge International Assessment Curriculum, which encourages independent, creative, and critical thinkers. The mission is to develop inquisitive, independent thinkers and collaborative learners who become caring and creative contributors to the world around them.

Community
HCIS emphasizes celebrating local and international cultures as part of a well-balanced, progressive education. A large part of this is celebrating both local and international cultures to provide our students with a rich and varied learning experience. Our activities and educational programs are an integral part of the HCIS calendar and are designed to be enjoyable and inspiring. The Events page shows a calendar of cultural and educational events, including Kathain & National Day. The events calendar is currently under revision due to local and global circumstances and will be updated when information is available.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA is being developed this year to foster partnership between parents and the school. We aim to work closely with parents to help them become knowledgeable partners with the school. The PTA focuses on six areas of involvement: Parenting, Communication, Volunteering, Learning at home, Decision making, and Collaborating with the Community. Our goal is to bring the school community closer and to foster a positive, productive relationship with parents to support students' academic, social, and behavioural progress.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
The Cambridge Curriculum is used across HCIS. Primary, Year 2 to Year 6, follows The Cambridge Primary Curriculum to develop 10 core subjects through enquiry-based learning with emphasis on problem solving. Lower Secondary, Year 7 to Year 9, uses the Cambridge Curriculum to develop 10 core subjects including English, Maths and Science, aligned with the Cambridge Learner Attributes: confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged. The IGCSE program is offered for Year 10 to Year 11 and is the Cambridge Assessment International Examinations-based qualification recognized internationally. HCIS uses the Cambridge Curriculum with five underpinning elements: International Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Assessment, International Recognition, Global Community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
HCIS uses the Cambridge Curriculum to challenge students and provide a range of learning experiences. The Cambridge Curriculum is underpinned by five elements: International Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Assessment, International Recognition, and Global Community. Cambridge qualifications are widely recognized by employers and universities worldwide.

Arts & Creative
Innovation and creativity are a fundamental aspect of the Cambridge Curriculum and enable students to apply their imagination to learning and express themselves. This emphasis on creativity is integrated across subjects, supporting students to develop original ideas. HCIS uses this creative approach as part of everyday learning across the curriculum.

Cultural & Language
The school uses the Cambridge Curriculum tailored to a diverse student body. The IGCSE program for Years 10–11 is an English-language curriculum. Cambridge qualifications are widely recognized by employers and universities worldwide. Cambridge schools are part of a worldwide educational community.

Social & Hobbies
The school forms a Parent–Teacher Association (PTA). The PTA focuses on six areas of involvement: Parenting, Communication, Volunteering, Learning at home, Decision making, and Collaborating with the Community. The PTA aims to bring the school community closer and foster a productive partnership with parents to support student progress.

Community & Service
Through the PTA HCIS coordinates and develops parental, community, and charitable links. The PTA works to build collaborations with the broader community and charitable partners. These links support the school's educational and social development.

Leadership & Professional
The PTA aims to include parents' roles in decision making and develop parents leaders. This emphasis on parental leadership provides opportunities for parents to influence school initiatives. The partnership with HCIS supports governance and community engagement through active parental involvement.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The homepage banner states 'Watch your child grow & thrive' and emphasizes growth and a calendar of activities. A parent notes that HCIS takes care of students' wellbeing and safety. This focus on student wellbeing and safety reflects HCIS's broader approach to education.
Languages

Language Provision
HCIS teaches in English. Primary follows The Cambridge Primary Curriculum for Year 1 to Year 6 (5 to 11 year olds). Lower Secondary uses the Cambridge Curriculum for Year 7 to Year 9, including English, Maths and Science. The IGCSE program for Year 10 to Year 11 is a Cambridge IGCSE English language curriculum.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
The HCIS application form can be downloaded and completed. The forms are available in English and Burmese. Apply Online is available to start the application. Bring the completed form along with the documents below to the admissions office at school. Transcripts and report cards from the last two years must be provided. They must be stamped and on school letterhead. This ensures the admissions review has official records. Disclose any special needs your student has, or has been recommended to receive services at other schools. Disclose any medical needs such as allergies or conditions for health and safety purposes. This information helps HCIS educate your child to the best of our ability. A digital passport-style photo must be provided to accompany the application. The photo should be a clear passport-style image suitable for identification. Include the digital photo with the application materials. Your child will need to complete an HCIS entrance exam along with an in-person interview. The entrance exam and interview assess the student's knowledge and fit for HCIS. The admissions team uses these results to inform the admissions decision. Prior to being approved for admissions, parents must read and sign a letter of agreement regarding the HCIS Parent – Student Handbook. Signing confirms understanding of the handbook's terms and expectations. The handbook governs the parent–student relationship and responsibilities.
School Events
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