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Saint Jude Catholic School

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin, Filipino
Fees ₱94,848 - 103,940
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 3300
Type Co-educational
Opened 1963
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Chinese National Curriculum
Taught languages English, Filipino, Mandarin
Typical class size 30
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Saint Jude Catholic School is a Catholic, Chinese–Filipino basic education school in San Miguel, Manila (327 Ycaza St., San Miguel, Manila 1005) operated by the Society of the Divine Word. It offers the Philippine DepEd K–12 programme with an integrated Chinese-language programme across early childhood, elementary and secondary levels, and also runs the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for students aged 16–19. The Early Childhood Department accepts children aged 3–5 (nursery, pre‑kindergarten, kindergarten). English is stated as the medium of instruction, while Mandarin/Chinese and Filipino are taught across the curriculum; the IBDP also offers Chinese B and Spanish ab initio alongside English A and modular Filipino. School facilities listed on the website include science laboratories (general, biology, chemistry, physics), computer and speech labs, a library, maker‑space, chapel, gym, auditorium, student activity spaces and a medical/dental clinic. The school identifies its Catholic SVD charism and Chinese‑Filipino cultural programme as distinctive strands of its provision.

327 Ycaza, San Miguel, Manila, 1005 Metro Manila, Philippines

The Essentials

Saint Jude Catholic School has 3,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English, Mandarin, Filipino.

Location
Saint Jude Catholic School is located in the San Miguel district of Manila, Philippines, at 327 Ycaza Street. The campus sits on an urban 2.5-hectare site and includes the National Shrine of Saint Jude Thaddeus on campus. It is adjacent to Malacañang Palace and lies near central Manila, with access to major roads and nearby public transport options.

Stages
The school offers Nursery, Preparatory, Elementary (Grade 1–6), Junior High School (Grade 7–10), Senior High School (Grade 11–12) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Type
Private Catholic coeducational school run by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD).

Additional learning support
Saint Jude has a Learning Resource Center to support curriculum and information needs, and a Guidance and Admissions Office to assist students. Specific SEN provisions are not publicly listed.

Country affiliation
Not affiliated with a country (the school operates as a local private institution in the Philippines).

Religious affiliation
Catholic; Roman Catholic, affiliated with the Society of the Divine Word (SVD).

School day structure
School day timings are not published on the main pages. External sources indicate a typical start around 7:15 am and finish around 3:50 pm, with lunch and breaks scheduled within the day.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Effective August 01, 2025:
Air-Conditioned Canteen: From PHP 180 to PHP 190 per day
Non-Air-Conditioned Canteen: From PHP 150 to PHP 175 per day

Governance and Ownership
Saint Jude Catholic School is owned and managed by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD). The School Director is Fr. Roland Aquino, SVD, MBA, JD, and Br. Yosep Undung, SVD, PhD, is the School Principal with Fr. Yuhang Wang, SVD, as Assistant Principal for Chinese Affairs. The organizational structure includes the Office of the Director, Office of the Principal, Formation Division, Campus Ministry, Guidance and Admissions Office, and related administrative units.
Fees

Annual tuition at Saint Jude Catholic School ranges from PHP 94,848 to PHP 103,940 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- The school does not publish a public, itemised application or registration fee on its publicly accessible admissions or downloads pages; applications are processed through the school's online admissions portal.

Tuition fees (by year group and term)

- A complete per-year-group and per-term fee schedule is not published on the school's public pages. A full breakdown by term and by grade is not available in the school's publicly accessible materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's public pages do not provide a detailed billing schedule (for example: per-term, per-semester, or monthly instalment schedule) or the standard payment terms. The admissions process is handled via an online enrolment portal, which is used for applications and continuing-student enrolment.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Saint Jude Catholic School operates as a K–12 basic education day school and does not list boarding accommodation or boarding fees.

Other costs and fees

- Canteen / meal charges: the school publicly published a canteen fee adjustment notice (effective August 1, 2025), confirming the presence of separate meal/canteen charges. The school's public notice contains the canteen fee changes and guidelines.

- Scholarship / financial-aid administration: the school publishes rules and regulations for the Fr. Peter Yang, SVD Scholarship & Financial Assistance Program; that document includes administrative conditions (for example: requirement to reimburse subsidised tuition if an applicant is found to have falsified information). This demonstrates there are separate scholarship procedures and conditions that can affect amounts paid or reimbursed.

- No official, itemised public listing was found for compulsory miscellaneous fees (for example: registration fee, miscellaneous/‘all-inclusive' fees, book fees, laboratory or technology fees), uniform costs, school supplies, or extracurricular fees. Those charges are commonly applied at many schools but are not publicly itemised on the school's downloadable materials or admissions pages.

Refund information

- The school's publicly posted scholarship rules include an explicit clause requiring reimbursement of subsidised tuition and interest where an award was obtained through falsified or withheld information; however, there is no separate, public, comprehensive refund policy or general tuition-refund schedule posted for normal withdrawals or fee refunds.

Fee payment options

- The school uses an online enrolment/admissions portal for applications and continuing-student processing. Public pages do not list an official set of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card acceptance, or local e-wallets) nor a named third-party tuition-management provider on the public pages. Payment method details and the available payment channels are not publicly itemised.
Academics

Saint Jude Catholic School teaches IB (DP), Chinese National Curriculum for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
Saint Jude Catholic School offers a multi-stage curriculum across Early Childhood, Elementary, and High School, including an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in the High School Department. The Early Childhood program combines DepEd's K-to-12 framework with a Chinese program, with Nursery to Kindergarten delivering instruction in English, Filipino, and Mandarin. Elementary provides the Basic Education Program (Mathematics, Science, English, Filipino, Araling Panlipunan, Religion, Music, Physical Education, Computer Education) and a Chinese Program including Chinese Language, Reading, Composition, Chinese Penmanship, and Arts. Junior High School (Grades 7–10) uses the Enhanced K-to-12 curriculum and includes MAPEH and a Chinese program; Senior High School adds electives and maintains the Chinese program. The IBDP comprises six subject groups—Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts—plus core components Creativity, Activity and Service, Extended Essay, and Theory of Knowledge, with modular subjects including Chinese, Filipino and Values Education. Across levels, instruction supports bilingual/multilingual competencies in English, Mandarin and Filipino, and the school emphasizes Filipino-Chinese heritage within a Catholic framework.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Guidance Office designs and implements development programs to help students mature holistically as they move through the different learning stages. Guidance counselors provide counselling, test interpretation, and individual inventory, and they collaborate with faculty members and parents/guardians for collaborative discussion on school and family matters. For the Primary Level (K–Grade 2), the office aids students' adjustment to a new environment, helps them identify strengths, and supports the development of appropriate behaviors. For the Intermediate Level (Grade 3–6), it assists students in interacting with others through knowledge, acceptance, and appreciation of their uniqueness, and it provides activities to develop communication skills and to help set priorities. For the Secondary Level (Grade 7–12), it helps students explore identity, encourages socially responsible behavior, supports goal setting, exposes career opportunities, and orients students for the college transition. The Guidance Office is headed by Ms. Terry O. Tan, RGC, PhD, with a team including Ms. Aira Pauline Rizelle R. Centeno, Mr. Al-Khalid D. Umpa, and others who staff guidance and admissions activities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN). The published service-unit pages focus on guidance, library resources, medical services, and discipline, with no dedicated SEN section. Guidance Office personnel are listed without designation as SEN specialists. The Learning Resource Center emphasizes library resources and literacy support rather than formal SEN services. Therefore, formal SEN provision or designation as a specialist SEN institution is not publicly documented on the current SJCS pages.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. The published pages describe a Chinese-Filipino school with Mandarin language emphasis, but there is no explicit EAL program or staff listed. There is no dedicated EAL coordinator or program described on the service-unit pages. Admissions materials reference Chinese language integration but do not detail EAL assistance for non-Mandarin speakers. EAL specifics are not publicly disclosed on SJCS's accessible pages.

Mental Wellbeing
The Medical Clinic promotes health and general well-being and conducts annual medical and dental check-ups for students. Clinic personnel include a School Physician and School Nurses who provide medical care and health services on campus. The Clinic's objectives include encouraging personal health maintenance, ensuring adequate medical care for the ill or injured, protecting the school community from health hazards, and facilitating the return to classes for medically unfit students. The Guidance Office designs and implements development programs to support holistic student development and offers counselling, test interpretation, and inventories to assist emotional and academic growth. The Campus Ministry Office serves the school's pastoral and spiritual needs, organizing liturgical services, sacraments, recollections, and retreats to support students' well-being. In safeguarding scenarios, Crisis Intervention guidelines outline steps for immediate action, counseling, and involving parents or guardians as needed.

Safeguarding
The Prefect of Discipline oversees order and discipline and is responsible for implementing school policies related to student conduct. The Guidance Office provides Guidelines for Referral to address safeguarding concerns, including indicators such as abuse, suicide attempts, family problems, depression, and other unusual behaviors. The Crisis Intervention process requires reporting to the Guidance Office, initial counseling, and, depending on case gravity, involvement of the Principal or parents to plan appropriate interventions. The Crisis Intervention procedures also outline steps for documentation, escalation, and ongoing support. These structures indicate a formal safeguarding framework within SJCS, aimed at protecting students and addressing emergencies.
Parent Experience

History
Saint Jude Catholic School was founded in 1963 by Fr. Peter Tsao, SVD, and Fr. Peter Yang, SVD, and began operations in July 1963 with 192 students across six classes. The school, established as a mission of the Society of the Divine Word in Manila, expanded from kindergarten and Grade 1 to a full K-12 institution, with junior high added by 1969 and full secondary by 1972. Today the school has more than 200 staff and about 3,100 students. It is run by the Philippine Central Province of the Society of the Divine Word, and it emphasizes English and Chinese language education as equally important, with Chinese designated as a required subject in daily instruction. The school also offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) as part of its pre-university options.

Community
Service Units on campus organize community life, including Campus Ministry, Community Development, Guidance and Admissions, ICT, Learning Resource Center, Medical Clinic, Prefect of Discipline, External Relations, Registrar, and Student Activities. Community and cultural events have long been a part of school life, including Teacher's Day celebrations (first held in 1967) and the school fair Playland 67 (1967). Alumni engagement is evident through events such as the Grand Alumni Homecoming. The Kalinangan Festival 2011 and various alumni activities illustrate a connected Judenite community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Saint Jude Catholic School Parents-Teachers Association (PTA) was formed on September 26, 1965, and its first officers were elected that year. The PTA participated in major milestones, including the 16th foundation anniversary in 1978, when the fire safety zone and multi‑purpose building were inaugurated, and PTA representatives graced the occasion. The school's early years also featured events such as the first Teacher's Day Celebration (1967) and the first school fair, Playland 67, which reflect a lively school community. Alumni activities, such as the Grand Alumni Homecoming (1997), show ongoing engagement with families and graduates. The PTA's formation and presence in these milestones reflect a long‑standing partnership between parents and the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Saint Jude Catholic School's campus centers on the Saint Arnold Janssen Science Center, with General Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics laboratories. A Computer Laboratory and a Speech Laboratory support ICT and language learning, complemented by an Audio Visual Room and a Library. The campus includes spaces for the arts and performance, such as a Ballet Room and the Fr. Peter Yang, SVD Auditorium. Additional facilities include a New Research Center, MakerSpace Room, SHS Interactive Classroom, a Medical and Dental Clinic, a Canteen, a Table Tennis Room, a Student Activity Center, and Locker Rooms.

Sports Facilities
New Gym provides indoor space for physical education and indoor sports. The Table Tennis Room supports table tennis and related activities. Outdoor sports facilities are not listed on the facilities page.

Academic Facilities
The Saint Arnold Janssen Science Center houses General Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics laboratories. A Computer Laboratory and a Speech Laboratory support ICT and language learning. An Audio Visual Room and a Library provide multimedia resources and study space. The SHS Interactive Classroom supports Senior High School instruction with interactive technology. The campus hosts facilities for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and a New Research Center for student projects.

Extra Curricular Facilities
MakerSpace Room supports student projects in STEM, design, and maker activities. Ballet Room supports dance-related activities and performances. Fr. Peter Yang, SVD Auditorium provides a venue for performances, assemblies, and events. The Student Activity Center hosts clubs and student organizations. The Table Tennis Room and Locker Room support after-school sports and extracurricular activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Saint Jude Catholic School offers a structured set of student clubs across all levels, including Elementary Clubs, Junior High School Clubs, and Senior High School/IBDP Clubs that extend classroom learning. These clubs are categorized as co-curricular organizations and interest clubs, with Senior High/IBDP enabling student-initiated clubs aligned to academic strands. The high school hosts the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, which groups courses into Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts, and includes Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), Extended Essay, and Theory of Knowledge. The Guidance and Learning Resource Center provide counseling and academic support to help students succeed.

Arts & Creative
High School Departmental Clubs include performing arts and religious clubs open to secondary students. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme also includes The Arts as a subject area, with Theatre and Visual Arts offered at HL/SL. Arts education is integrated into the IB curriculum through these offerings and related activities.

Cultural & Language
Saint Jude Catholic School is described as a Premier Chinese-Filipino School, highlighting its Chinese cultural heritage. The IB Diploma Programme includes Language and Literature (English A) and Language Acquisition (Chinese B HL/SL; Spanish ab initio) as part of its six subject groups. Modular subjects include Chinese, Filipino, and Values Education, reflecting the cultural and language emphasis of the curriculum.

Social & Hobbies
Student Activities describe a broad range of clubs across Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High/IBDP that are co-curricular and interest-based, providing opportunities to connect with peers. Club participation fosters belonging and leadership development as students take on roles within their organizations. Sports Development offers athletics programs, intramural activities, and varsity training, with dedicated spaces and schedules to support student recreation and teamwork.

Community & Service
The Community Development Office organizes the school's outreach and service programs and coordinates with the SJCS Alumni Association. Campus Ministry coordinates liturgical services, sacraments, recollections and retreats, and other spiritual activities to foster service and community engagement. These units together enable ongoing community development and service opportunities for students.

Leadership & Professional
Student Activities emphasize leadership development, with club leaders and members forming inclusive campus communities and building leadership skills. The Guidance and Admissions Office provides career talks and planning to help students prepare for college and future opportunities. The IB Diploma Programme strengthens leadership and global-minded thinking through Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), the Extended Essay, and Theory of Knowledge.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Sports Development program provides a broad sports offering, including alternative PE and varsity teams, with schedules and venues managed for student fitness. Campus Ministry supports holistic well-being through regular prayers, recollections, retreats, and sacraments. The Guidance Office offers counseling, test interpretation, and crisis intervention to support students' mental and emotional health and to help them plan for the future.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English, Filipino and Mandarin. English and Filipino are part of the Basic Education Program, while Mandarin is taught through the Chinese program, which offers Chinese Language, Chinese Reading and Chinese Composition. Early Childhood introduces English and Chinese at Nursery, and Kindergarten explicitly lists English, Filipino and Mandarin; Elementary states that students communicate effectively in English, Filipino and Mandarin.

Bilingual Teaching
Saint Jude Catholic School offers tri-lingual language education in English, Filipino and Mandarin. In Early Childhood, Nursery-level students develop emergent communication in English and Chinese; Kindergarten students study English, Filipino and Mandarin. In Elementary and higher grades, students continue to develop proficiency in all three languages, with Mandarin taught through the Chinese program (Chinese Language, Chinese Reading, Chinese Composition).

Immersion Programs
There is no formal language immersion program described. The curriculum is described as two-pronged, combining Chinese instruction with DepEd's K-to-12 framework, with Mandarin instruction delivered through the Chinese program rather than a separate immersion track.
Reputation

Accreditations
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – Saint Jude Catholic School is an IB World School authorized to offer the Diploma Programme since March 30, 2016. The language of instruction is English. The IBDP is recognized in 90+ countries and is taught in more than 3,000 universities worldwide, with direct university admissions and potential scholarships for graduates. The school's own IBDP page confirms the programme, its six subject groups, and core components (Creativity, Activity, Service; Extended Essay; Theory of Knowledge).
Admissions

Admissions
Admissions Process (SY 2026-2027):
1. Create an account at the Applicants Access Portal. This is the starting point for the online admissions process and you will use the portal to access application materials. The Admissions section directs you to GO TO PORTAL for the current cycle.

2. Download and print the APPLICATION FORM, then present the form and pay PHP 600 at the Cashier's Office (Ground Floor). Keep the receipt as you will need it to proceed with the next steps.

3. Submit the application and requirements at the Admissions Office (Mezzanine Floor). Required documents include NSO/PSA Birth Certificate (3 clear photocopies, bring original), Baptismal Certificate if Catholic (2 copies, bring original), the applicant's Chinese name (written in traditional Chinese characters), and 4 recent 1×1 photos. Foreign nationals must provide additional documents: Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR), SRRV, SIRV, and a valid foreign passport.

4. Schedule your child's assessment/interview at the Admissions Office. This step requires you to pick a time for the assessment day. Bring the Health Information Sheet completed by your child's pediatrician to the day of the assessment.

5. Attend the Assessment and Interview. Examinations (oral and written) are administered to determine the applicant's capacity to cope with the SJCS system, followed by an interview with the Head Teachers (Basic Education and Chinese) and then with the School Administrator.

6. Release of Results. Acceptance is based on the results of the examinations and interviews. The Health Information Sheet and the pediatrician's recommendation will also be considered in the final decision. Results may be inquired by phone.

7. Registration and Enrollment. Successful applicants are to register/enroll about a week after the release of results. Only a parent or guardian listed on the application form may register/enroll the child; nannies and drivers are not accommodated. For Kindergarten 2, PM slots may be limited.

Fees related to admissions: An application fee of PHP 600 is payable at the cashier when submitting the application form for transferee admissions. PHP 600 is the publicly listed amount; tuition and other enrollment fees are not published on these pages and may be obtained from the Admissions Office or Registrars Office.

Scholarships
Scholarships are offered by Saint Jude Catholic School. The Academic Scholarship program provides grants to deserving students in need of assistance; interested families should contact the school's CMO (communications/partnerships) for eligibility and application details. The contact provided is cmo@sjcs.edu.ph, plus phone numbers 8735-6386 / 8735-6393, loc. 249.

In addition, the school operates The Judenite Endowment Fund through its Alumni Association, which supports scholarships among other priorities to sustain the school's programs; inquiries about scholarship support can be directed through the Alumni Association or the school's Secretariats.
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