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Hope Christian High School

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1100
Type Co-educational
Opened 1946
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Christian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Filipino, Mandarin
Typical class size 30
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Community and Service, Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

Hope Christian High School (HCHS) is an IB World School in Manila offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The campus is at 1242 Benavidez Street, Sta. Cruz, Manila, and serves Preschool through Senior High School. The school teaches in English and provides Chinese and Filipino as subjects; it also operates English as an Additional Language program when needed. HCHS emphasizes inclusive education, implements a multilingual language policy, and offers after‑school co‑curricular programs such as Robotics, Journalism, Math competition training, Performing Arts (dance and music), team sports, and chess. The principal is Dr. Angeline K. Tan. These elements reflect the school's mission to develop leaders for God and man across a K‑12 spectrum with IB guidance and sustained IB accreditation since 2020–2021.

1242 Benavidez St, Tondo, Manila, 1003 Metro Manila, Philippines

The Essentials

Hope Christian High School has 1,100 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at 1242 Benavidez Street, Sta. Cruz, Manila. Sta. Cruz is a central district in Manila. The campus is in an urban area with access to local public transport and nearby city amenities.

Stages
Hope Christian High School offers a full IB continuum from early childhood to senior high. It provides the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for younger students, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 7–10, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11–12.

Type
The school is co-educational. It operates as a day and boarding institution, with boarding facilities listed in IB documentation.

Additional learning support
The school has formal inclusion policies for the IB programmes (PYP Inclusion Policy and MYP Inclusion Policy) to support students with additional learning needs. The Student Handbook also documents guidance and counseling services and other student-support provisions.

Country affiliation
Philippines.

Religious affiliation
Christian, non-sectarian and church-related (affiliated with the United Evangelical Church of the Philippines network).

School day structure
The public materials and handbook indicate end-of-day times: Preschool, Grade 1 and Grade 2 are out by 5:00 PM, and Grades 3–12 by 6:00 PM. Start times are not published in public materials.

Bus service
A formal school bus service is not described in public materials. The school does offer boarding facilities for students.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is available. The IB World School profile lists boarding facilities as MIXED, indicating mixed-gender boarding. No further details about the specific boarding arrangements are published on the site.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are mandatory for all students. Preschool uses a blouse with blue pants; Grades 1-6 wear a blouse with blue skirts; Grades 7-12 use the SHS uniform, with PE days requiring a blue polo shirt and PE pants, and some senior days using a Polo Barong for formality. General grooming rules require neat hair, wearing the school ID, and restrictions on makeup and jewelry.

Governance and Ownership
The school is described as a non-stock, non-profit, non-sectarian church-related educational institution. The site does not indicate a parent company or group affiliation.
Fees
Application fees

- An application fee is required to begin the admission process. The application fee and the reservation fee are non‑refundable and non‑transferable; the reservation fee is deductible from the tuition once the student is accepted.

Tuition fees (by year group and per term)

- The school charges tuition by year group (elementary / middle / high school levels) and applies tuition charges across the school year. Specific per‑term and per‑year numeric tuition rates for each year group are not published on the school's publicly accessible admissions pages. The reservation fee is credited toward the tuition balance once an offer of acceptance is confirmed.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Accepted applicants are given two weeks from receipt of the Notice of Acceptance to pay the reservation fee at the Business Office; failing to pay within the allotted time may place the student on a wait‑list. The reservation fee is deducted from the tuition account. Application and reservation fees are expressly stated as non‑refundable and non‑transferable. No detailed semester/term billing calendar or published installment schedule was available on the public admissions pages.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school's publicly available admission and policy information does not list boarding as a regular offering or publish boarding fees; no ongoing boarding fee schedule is published on the admissions materials reviewed.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- The school lists or references usual ancillary charges linked to enrollment processes (examples include uniform, books, laboratory/ICT/consumable fees, activity or miscellaneous fees), but specific itemized amounts for uniforms, textbooks, supplies, extracurricular fees, or technology/lab fees are not published on the publicly accessible admissions pages. Parents should expect separate charges for uniforms, learning materials and any optional activities.

Refund information and withdrawal

- Application and reservation fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. The school's withdrawal procedure requires a written cancellation letter from the parent/guardian and an official clearance from the Registrar's Office. Additional tuition refund rules for mid‑term withdrawal or term‑level refunds are not published on the admissions pages reviewed.
Academics

Hope Christian High School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Christian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Hope Christian High School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum from Pre-K to Grade 12, comprising the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The medium of instruction is English across subjects, with Chinese and Filipino taught as languages, and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) pathway to support language development. The PYP (SY 2025-2026) maps Nursery through Grade 6 to transdisciplinary themes via a Programme of Inquiry, with early units covering Movements, Family, Animals, and Talents (Nursery), and additional units such as Friendship, Stories, Plants, and Simple Machines (Junior Kindergarten and beyond). The MYP for Grades 7–10 centers on eight subject groups (Arts, Bible, Design, Filipino Language Acquisition, Language & Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies) and is supported by IB-aligned policies, including inclusion and language support. The DP is offered for Grades 11–12, with DP authorization completed on 2 June 2025; the school operates as an IB World School delivering a full Pre-K–12 continuum in English (DP) and English/Chinese (MYP) contexts.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Hope Christian High School runs a school-wide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program as part of its Student Life framework. The program is delivered through the Guidance Office in collaboration with homeroom teachers. It trains students in self-management, self-regulation, goal-setting, time-management, and stress management, with the aim of building resilience and emotional well-being. The SEL program sits alongside the national curriculum's character and values education, reinforcing social and emotional development within everyday learning. The school's procedures for identifying learning needs also support SEL, with the Guidance Office coordinating with teachers to address socio-emotional needs as part of an inclusive approach.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Hope Christian High School maintains an Inclusion Policy that commits to inclusive education and equal access to quality education for all learners, regardless of disability. The school provides differentiated instruction and supportive services to meet diverse learning needs across Preschool to Senior High, aiming to remove barriers to learning. Procedures for identifying learning needs involve initial and instructional assessments, with the Guidance Office able to refer cases to a Student Study Team (SST) and, if needed, outside specialists such as occupational therapists, developmental pediatricians, or a special education specialist. Where appropriate, accommodations and modifications are implemented within regular classes, and a shadow teacher may be arranged based on recommendations. The school emphasizes that it accepts students with disabilities and collaborates with parents for necessary assessments and support, though it is described as an inclusive program rather than a dedicated SEN-only institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
For students with language needs or limited English proficiency, teachers front-load vocabulary and provide targeted language support within regular lessons. The school offers Level 2 ancillary programs, including an intensive language program for limited English proficient students and an independent reading program (Scholastic) to bolster reading development. Differentiated instruction is used to accommodate language differences across subjects, ensuring access to standards while supporting language growth. These language supports are integrated into the Middle Years Programme and broader inclusive practices rather than being a separate, standalone EAL department. English language development is thus provided within the school's inclusive framework to help all students engage with the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the school-wide SEL program and the Guidance Office's socio-emotional learning initiatives. Guidance counselors coordinate with homeroom teachers to implement SEL training focused on self-management, emotional awareness, stress management, and resilience. The program is designed to complement the national curriculum's character and values education and to monitor student progress through regular guidance interventions. After-school co-curricular enrichment programs (e.g., robotics, journalism, arts, sports, and more) contribute to well-being by promoting engagement and belonging. The school also maintains ongoing professional development for staff to support inclusive teaching and student support services.

Safeguarding
The school has a formal Child Protection Policy and Anti-Bullying Act in place, with the policy available for review (downloadable). This safeguarding framework reflects a commitment to protecting students and addressing bullying and abuse, aligning with best practices and local regulations. The policy sits within a broader inclusion and safeguarding ethos, which emphasizes safe learning spaces for all students and safeguarding procedures for identified concerns. The school's approach includes clear roles for the Guidance Office and administration in monitoring student welfare and coordinating appropriate interventions.
Parent Experience

History
Hope Christian High School was established in 1946 as a non-stock, non-profit, non-sectarian church-related educational institution. It aims to train and transform students through Academic Development, Spiritual Formation, Personal Enrichment, and Social Awareness. It is linked with the United Evangelical Church of the Philippines as its mission field, reflecting its church-rooted origins. The school upholds the motto Truth and Life, inspired by John 14:6, to guide all activities. In the 2020-21 school year, Hope Christian High School achieved IB accreditation, signaling the adoption of International Baccalaureate programs.

Community
The Hope Christian High School community brings together staff, teachers, students, and families for faith-based and academic activities. Hope Sunday is an annual gathering at the United Evangelical Church of the Philippines, highlighting milestones and future plans and reinforcing faith-centered education. United Nations Day is celebrated each year, organized by IB-MYP teachers and the principal, with students representing UN member countries and presenting the 17 SDGs. The First HOPEMUN conference was held in November 2024, providing a platform for student diplomacy with UNESCO, UNFCCC, and ICC committees. The community also participates in safety and preparedness activities, including Enhanced Earthquake Drill with involvement from barangay officials and neighbors.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public-facing materials describe active family and community involvement through school events rather than a standalone PTA page. Examples include Hope Sunday, which gathers staff, teachers, students, and church members for worship and updates; United Nations Day, organized by IB-MYP teachers and the principal, with students showcasing country representations and SDGs; and HOPEMUN, the school's first Model United Nations conference in November 2024 with UNESCO, UNFCCC, and ICC committees. Earthquake safety drills also involve the broader community, including barangay officials. There is an active Alumni program featured on the site, illustrating ongoing engagement with former students and their families. These elements together reflect structured family participation within the HCHS community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Hope Christian High School offers after-school co-curricular enrichment programs in robotics, journalism, international and local math competition training, performing arts (dance and music), team sports, and chess. The school is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and the Diploma Programme, with authorization for the Diploma Programme in 2025. Students engage in academically oriented activities beyond class, including Ambassadors of Hope: Model United Nations (MUN) and the Grade 6 Exhibition (PYPX), which emphasize inquiry, collaboration, and global perspectives. Recent Student Learning Experiences also include STEAM-focused projects such as Building Smart and Sustainable Communities through STEAM.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities include a Performing Arts program offering Dance and Music as after-school enrichment. Visual arts are showcased through Student Art Works, including art class activities and student exhibitions. The school also features culinary arts through activities such as Master Chef Junior: Grade 1 Pancake-Making Activity.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations programs, such as Ambassadors of Hope, provide practice in diplomacy and intercultural understanding. HOPEMUN, the school's Model UN conference, features student-led committees and simulated diplomacy on United Nations Day. Chinese culture in action documents Chinese New Year activities including greetings, 红包 exchanges, and learning through doing. Fostering Cultural Exchange describes hosting international visitors and collaborative projects with partner schools.

Social & Hobbies
Chess and team sports are part of after-school enrichment. Students participate in the JHS Sportsfest, with events including basketball, volleyball, badminton, chess and other mini-games. Model United Nations and other student-led groups provide social engagement and leadership opportunities.

Community & Service
Grade 6 Exhibition showcases SDG-driven, student-led projects on climate action, life below water, digital responsibility, and sustainable cities. United Nations Day activities promote global awareness and cross-cultural engagement. Cultural exchange initiatives include hosting international visitors and collaborative projects. Disaster preparedness drills, such as the nationwide Earthquake Drill, reinforce safety and community resilience.

Leadership & Professional
The Guidance Office organizes Career Talks and a Career Fair to help students plan their higher education and careers. HOPEMUN and Ambassadors of Hope provide leadership development through diplomacy and teamwork. Entrepreneurship Week 2024 enabled Grade 12 ABM students to run four student-led businesses and develop skills in management, collaboration, and creativity.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Socio-emotional learning (SEL) is integrated into the Homeroom program to teach goal-setting, time-management, self-regulation, and related social-emotional skills. Sports events and physical activities, such as the JHS Sportsfest, promote fitness and teamwork. Hope Sunday and faith-focused gatherings reinforce community well-being and values.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction in all subjects from kindergarten to senior high, while Chinese and Filipino are compulsory subjects throughout K-12 for local and Filipino-Chinese students. The school offers an English Language Acquisition (EAL) program with multiple proficiency levels and a formal progression toward mainstream inclusion for students whose home language is not English. Non-native English learners are assessed on entry and may enter EAL with a pathway to regular core subjects once they meet language proficiency criteria; this progression aligns with IB/MYP language standards. The school also supports mother tongue development and cultural language programs through activities such as Filipino Language Month and Chinese language activities, in addition to EAL support. Foreign students must meet English language requirements to access language programs and/or regular core subjects, with minimums defined by the MYP language acquisition framework.

Bilingual Teaching
Hope Christian High School maintains a multilingual language policy that seeks to develop English, Chinese, and Filipino proficiency among students. English is the language of instruction across Kindergarten through Senior High. Chinese and Filipino are compulsory subjects from kindergarten through grade 12 for local and Filipino-Chinese students. The school aims for bilingual proficiency in English and the student's mother tongue, with a third language developed to a reasonably high level.
Reputation

Awards
Chachago 12 Under Basketball Tournament — 12 Under Basketball Team won the 1st Runner-Up Award (presentation on HCHS site). The post notes the achievement but does not specify a year; the page footer indicates a 2021 copyright, placing the item in the 2020–2021 timeframe. This is a school-level team award rather than an individual student award.

Accreditations
IB World School status (Pre-K–12) enabling international recognition and access to IB curricula across the full program continuum. IB School eligibility dates: IB World School since September 29, 2020. The school offers Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre-K to Grade 6, authorized in September 2020, forming the foundation of the continuum. Middle Years Programme (MYP) status is that of a Candidate School, with certification to offer MYP achieved in January 2025. Diploma Programme (DP) authorization was granted on June 2, 2025, enabling Grades 11–12 DP delivery. The school maintains a full Pre-K–12 IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and identifies as the only Christian Filipino-Chinese K-12 school in the Philippines to offer the full Pre-K–12 IB Programmes. English is the medium of instruction for DP, with Chinese available as an additional language track; the school also includes Chinese as a subject across K–12. Language policy confirms English as the mandatory medium of instruction and Chinese as a studied language.
Admissions

Scholarships
Hope Christian High School provides scholarships and financial assistance through its Scholarship and Financial Assistance Office (SFAO). Eligibility requires meeting academic and conduct criteria (generally an 80% average, deportment of at least B, no disciplinary sanctions, and not already receiving other tuition assistance). Types of aid include scholarships for Children of HCHS Faculty and Staff, Multiple Children, Children of UECP Pastor/Missionary, Children of pastors affiliated with PCEC or CCOWE, and Financial Aid. Applications require a completed grant-in-aid form and supporting documents such as report cards, income documents, and utility bills; incomplete submissions are not processed.

Waitlist
The school uses a wait-list mechanism if a accepted slot is not confirmed. After an applicant qualifies for admission, a reservation is required within a two-week window; if the reservation fee is not paid in that timeframe, the slot is offered to another qualified applicant and the former applicant is placed on a wait-list.
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