International School Manila
International School in Manila
Quick answer
International School Manila (ISM), founded 1920, is one of the oldest American international schools in Asia, serving 2,250 students from 80 nationalities aged 3 to 18. The school combines an American curriculum with the IB Diploma at upper school, accredited by IBO and WASC. Tuition $14,982-$30,402 per year. Long-established premier choice for diplomatic, corporate and Filipino-American expat families seeking established American/IB pathways.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $14,982–$30,402/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 Manila international school · 2,250 students total.
- 80 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, WASC verified.
2,250
80
20 avg
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IBO, WASC
IB Diploma
About International School Manila
International School Manila is an independent, international school with a structure, style and traditions that emanate from the United States and with a curriculum and methodology that reflect the best in worldwide educational research and practice. ISM school is diverse and dynamic, and our students have the highest aspirations for their education and future lives.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $14,982 – $30,402 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Php853981-Php1732942 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $24,342(+7%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $25,842 |
| Cost position in Manila | 91th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American
IB Diploma
IB diploma SAT
99,2% of International Baccalaureate Candidates received the full Diploma in 2015.
Chinese, French, Spanish, Filipino, Japanese, Korean
The school's classroom teachers work alongside the learning support teachers, educational and teaching assistants, specialist teachers, speech and language pathologists and occupational therapists. These professionals, together with parents, ensure that the school is providing a high quality education and the students have the support they need.
The school has Learning Support Program. Each applicant is considered on an individual basis. The decision to admit an applicant with special educational needs is made by the Learning Support Resource Team (LSRT). Any student who is applying for admission and has documented learning needs will receive special consideration by the LSRT. The School reserves the right to refuse applications where the student appears to have needs that cannot be met by our current program.
The International School Manila provides an ESL program for students whose first language is not English and whose English language skills limit full access to the regular grade level curriculum.
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