Brent International School Manila vs International School Manila

	B Brent International School Manila Manila, Philippines	I International School Manila Manila, Philippines
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₱442,877 - 1,046,920	Fees / year ₱555,780 - 1,125,720
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 20 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP)	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 435	Pupils 2,400
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1984	Opened 1920
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Brent International School Manila Main Campus is located in Brentville Subdivision, Barangay Mamplasan, Biñan, Laguna 4024, Philippines. The campus sits about 20 kilometers south of Metro Manila and is accessible via the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) with the Mamplasan exit. The Brent network also includes an IRRI-associated campus in Los Baños that serves younger students (Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 4), located on the IRRI compound south of the main campus. The primary Brent Manila site is the main location for the Early Learning Center through Upper School.	Location IS International School Manila is located on a purpose-built seven-hectare campus in Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, in Metro Manila. The campus address is University Parkway, Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 1634, Philippines. The location places ISM within the Global City development, with access to southern Manila transport and nearby business districts; the school also operates a bus service that serves Fort Bonifacio and surrounding areas.
Stages	Stages Brent Manila is structured into four divisions: the Early Learning Center (Nursery–Grade 2), the Lower School (Grades 3–5), the Middle School (Grades 6–8), and the Upper School (Grades 9–12). The Upper School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for the final two years.	Stages ISM serves students from Preschool through Grade 12 and is structured into three divisions: Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. The campus information indicates Preschool through Grade 12 offerings across these three learning divisions.
School type	School type Brent International School Manila is a co-educational, day school. It operates two campuses in the Brent network, with no boarding facilities for the Manila campus; the IBO listing specifies the boarding option as DAY.	School type ISM is a non-profit day school serving students from Preschool to Grade 12. It operates as a single school with three learning divisions: Elementary, Middle, and High School. Boarding facilities are not offered.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Brent provides Student Services including learning support and counseling. English language support (ELL/ESL) is offered for non-native English speakers, with inclusion-based approaches to integrate students into the regular curriculum.	Additional learning support ISM provides inclusive education with a formal Learning Support program. The LS program offers three levels of service (LS1–LS3) and is coordinated by the Learning Support Resource Team; there is a Specialized Learning Support Program (SLSP) for students with significant needs, integrated into regular classrooms with specialists such as speech-language pathologists, psychologists, and occupational therapists. English as an Additional Language (EAL) supports Grades 1–10, with English for Academic Purposes (EAP) in Grades 9–10.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Brent Manila is part of a Philippine school system historically associated with the Episcopal Church in the Philippines.	Country affiliation ISM has no formal country affiliation. The school describes itself as a non-profit day school serving an international community, with no government or religious funding affiliations.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The Brent schools operate within a Christian ecumenical environment and have an Episcopal church affiliation in the Philippines.	Religious affiliation ISM has no religious affiliation and does not receive financial support from religious institutions.
School day structure	School day structure Typical school days begin around 8:00 a.m. and finish in the mid-afternoon (approximately 2:35 p.m. for Grades 1–12). Nursey/Pre-Kindergarten and early years have shorter or different end times, with after-school clubs and activities available.	School day structure Preschool 3–4 runs roughly 7:30am–12:30pm (with Wednesday 8:30am start for Preschool 3–4). Kindergarten–Grade 4 runs 7:30am–2:15pm (Wednesday 8:30am–2:15pm). Middle School (Grades 5–8) runs 7:30am–3:00pm (with some tutorials 2:35–3:00pm). High School (Grades 9–12) runs 7:30am–3:00pm (with some tutorials). The Campus Office hours are 7:00am–4:00pm and campus operating hours 7:00am–5:00pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details A Brent bus service is provided for enrolled students, with routes and schedules arranged through the admissions process. Details on routes, pickup times, and fees are provided during enrollment.	Bus service details ISM offers a school bus service with routes to multiple areas around Fort Bonifacio. The bus service is described as convenient for commuting to and from the Fort Bonifacio area, and transportation rates for SY 2025–2026 are published for families considering this option.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Brent International School Manila — Detailed school fees overview Application and enrolment fees - Application fee: reported as a non-refundable USD 200 per applicant. - One-time matriculation / acceptance/reservation fee: reported historically as a one-time matriculation/admission charge (example: US$1,500 in earlier published Brent fee documents). This fee is charged when an offered place is accepted and is not refundable in most cases. Tuition fees by year group (annual figures and per-term estimates) - Brent uses a dual-currency structure in published summaries (a USD component plus a PHP component). The following are the commonly reported ranges for total tuition per academic year by school division; per-term figures below are calculated estimates assuming a three-term billing structure and are shown as per-term (estimated). - Lower School / Primary (typical reported annual total range): USD component approximately $8,204–$8,784 plus a PHP component in the range reported around PHP 376,812–PHP 403,512, giving an estimated total annual tuition in the range of about PHP 845,000–PHP 906,000. Per-term (estimated): one-third of the annual total. - Middle School / Junior levels (reported totals vary by grade; expect totals similar to or slightly higher than Lower School ranges depending on grade and program choice). Per-term (estimated): one-third of the annual total. - Upper School / Senior (IB / Grades 9–12): reported annual totals fall in a similar overall band (examples of published summaries place upper-school annual totals within the same general range cited above, with variations by grade and programme). Per-term (estimated): one-third of the annual total. - Note on per-term presentation above: the per-term numbers shown are derived by dividing the published annual totals by three to give an estimated termly amount (that division is an inference for presenting per-term values; it reflects a common three-term billing approach used by many international schools but may not exactly match Brent's invoicing periods). Billing schedule and payment terms - Parents are typically invoiced at acceptance and before the student starts; an initial deposit/reservation (matriculation/acceptance fee) is required to secure the place. Reported practice includes a requirement that certain fees (such as the initial deposit and/or first term's tuition) be paid before the student's first day. - Installment options: public summaries indicate Brent has historically allowed installment or staged payment options (examples in older published fee documents show semester/term instalment options). When instalment plans are selected, service charges or policies governing instalment schedules may apply. The school also applies standard policies for overdue accounts and may withhold services or attendance privileges if fees are not paid by stated due dates. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Brent has published boarding fees in earlier fee materials (example historical figure: boarding fees reported in older schedules around US$11,584 for a full-year boarding charge). Specific boarding options and boarding fee amounts (weekly vs full‑board, inclusions such as weekend activities, medical contingency account requirements, etc.) have been shown in past fee documents; the exact current boarding tariff and what it covers should be treated as a separate billed item. Other costs and mandatory fees - Capital Development / Facilities (annual) fee: reported historically as a separate recurring capital development or facilities fee charged to all students (example amounts and currency components have appeared in Brent materials). - English as a Second Language (ESL) / Learning Support fees: reported as additional, non-refundable fees where applicable; older fee schedules list ESL fees by level (example: Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced levels with distinct semester charges). - IB examination fees and external examination costs: charged separately to Upper School students who sit for external IB / international exams; these are billed as incurred. - Textbooks, uniforms, school supplies and field trips: reported as separate charges or one-off purchases. Uniform purchase is typically mandatory and is an additional cost. Extra-curricular activities, music tuition, special subject fees and optional trips are billed separately when applicable. - Security deposit / refundable deposit: historical fee schedules included a refundable security deposit requirement, refunded on completion of the enrolment contract subject to school conditions (return of books/equipment, no outstanding charges). Refund information - Application fee and matriculation/registration fees are generally non-refundable once paid. - Tuition refund rules in earlier published materials: partial refunds for withdrawal within an early period and no refund after certain dates have been used historically (for example, policies in older fee documents specify reduced refunds for withdrawal after term start or specific percentages depending on timing). Tuition and boarding refunds have historically required written one‑term advance notice for full refund eligibility of certain deposits; shorter notice or withdrawal after specified cutoffs reduced or eliminated refunds. These examples reflect earlier published refund scheduling and illustrate the type of policy applied. Payment methods and fee payment options - Reported accepted payment methods in referenced fee summaries include bank transfer / wire, bank deposit, cashier's cheque or bank draft, and credit card in some contexts. Invoice instructions and the school's designated bank account details are used for wire transfers; international USD wire transfers are commonly accepted for the USD component of fees. Payment in local currency for the PHP component has also been described in public summaries and earlier fee documents. Expect a requirement to include reference details (student name / family code) on bank transfers. If you require the school's official, fully itemised and current term-by-term numbers exactly as invoiced for the current academic year, the school's Admissions / Finance office can provide the official fee schedule and final invoice wording for the year and grade in question (the contact address reported for admissions is admissions@brent.edu.ph).	Fee details Application and registration fees - Application fee: USD 600 per child. This application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable; it is valid for two academic years. - Matriculation fee: USD 4,500 (one-time). This is required to hold a place for new K—Grade 12 students and for preschool students entering Kindergarten; it is refundable only if the application or acceptance is cancelled or the child does not enroll, with re-enrolment guidelines applying. - Facilities enhancement fee: USD 4,500 (one-time). This is charged under the same conditions as the matriculation fee and is refundable only in the cancellation/no-enrolment cases noted above. Tuition fees (annual and per-semester / per-term detail) - Preschool (Preschool 3 to Preschool 4): Annual tuition USD 9,420 plus PhP 297,400; per semester USD 4,710 plus PhP 148,700. - Elementary School (Kindergarten–Grade 4): Annual tuition USD 14,700 plus PhP 465,600; per semester USD 7,350 plus PhP 232,800. - Middle School (Grades 5–8): Annual tuition USD 16,020 plus PhP 509,300; per semester USD 8,010 plus PhP 254,650. - High School (Grades 9–10): Annual tuition USD 17,100 plus PhP 542,100; per semester USD 8,550 plus PhP 271,050. - High School (Grades 11–12): Annual tuition USD 19,080 plus PhP 605,600; per semester USD 9,540 plus PhP 302,800. - Specialized Learning Support Program (SLSP): Preschool 3–4: Annual USD 30,140 (semester USD 15,070); SLSP Kindergarten–Grade 12: Annual USD 46,810 (semester USD 23,405). Additional program and service fees (if applicable) - English as an Additional Language (EAL): Year 1 — USD 1,625 per semester; Year 2 — USD 1,100 per semester. - Learning Support Services (LSS): Level 1 — USD 840 per semester; Level 2 — USD 1,890 per semester; Level 3 — USD 2,940 per semester. - Speech-language program: Level 1 — USD 575 per semester; Level 2 — USD 1,200 per semester; Level 3 — USD 1,400 per semester. - Educational Assistance Fee: Full-time (100%) USD 4,600 per semester; Part-time (50%) USD 2,300 per semester. - Full psychological educational evaluation: USD 1,300; re-evaluation: USD 700. Speech-language evaluation: USD 250. Musical instrument rental: USD 160 per instrument. Car sticker fees and ID fees are charged in Philippine pesos as specified by the school. Other costs and uniforms - The Uniform Shop carries required uniform items and posts a price list; accepted modes of payment at the Uniform Shop are cash and local checks. Sample uniform price points appear on the published uniform price list (for example, polos and shorts priced in Philippine pesos; consult the price list for specific item prices). - BearCard (canteen / card system) top-ups can be loaded via the Parent Portal or at campus kiosks and the Cashier. Concession services such as bus and canteen are arranged and billed separately by the third-party providers. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid for the full year in advance or per semester. Quarterly payment arrangements are available but incur an additional charge of USD 100 per quarter. Only the tuition portion may be paid by semester or quarter; all other fees must be paid in full on their due date. The USD portion of fees should be paid in US dollars and the PhP portion should be paid in Philippine pesos. Payments made in other currencies will be converted using the school exchange rate, which includes a mark-up. - Published tuition due dates (billing cycle): first-semester tuition due date 11 July 2025; second-semester tuition due date 12 December 2025. The academic year is split into four quarters with the dates shown on the school's payment schedule. - Overdue fees: an additional surcharge of 2.5% per month is added on unpaid school fees after the due dates. The school may suspend a student's right to attend classes and withhold report cards/transcripts for accounts unpaid by specified suspension dates; continued non-payment may result in forfeiture of place for the following year. Payment details and bank account information are available from the Treasury Office; when making check, over-the-counter bank payments or wire transfers, include the student's name, student ID number, and telephone number and provide a copy of the deposit slip or bank advice for prompt credit. Payment methods (how fees can be paid) - Accepted payment modes for school fees include: over-the-counter bank payments, wire transfers (bank transfer), checks, and cash at the campus Cashier window. For checks and bank transfers parents are asked to provide remittance details and a copy of the deposit slip for crediting to the student account. The Uniform Shop accepts cash and local checks for uniform purchases; BearCard top-ups can be done online via the Parent Portal or at kiosks/cashier. Contact the Treasury Office for the school's bank details and specific payment instructions. Refund and withdrawal rules - Application fee (USD 600) is non-refundable and non-transferable. The matriculation and facilities enhancement fees are refundable only in the event the application or acceptance is cancelled or the child does not enroll; re-enrolment rules determine whether those fees must be re-paid for a returning student based on the length of withdrawal. Refund of school tuition in the case of student withdrawal is calculated by quarter; fees will not be prorated for part of a quarter regardless of days attended. A USD 1,000 non-refundable, non-transferable reservation payment (deductible from annual tuition) is required to hold a seat for new preschool students; this reservation fee is not refundable. Boarding / accommodation - International School Manila is a non-profit day school; boarding is not applicable. If you need the precise numeric breakdowns reproduced exactly as published (for example the full itemized uniform price list image or the printed payment schedule and bank-instructions PDF), the published school fee schedule and the uniform price list contain the itemized figures and banking instructions. Key published documents used above include the School Fees and Payment Schedules and the Uniform Price List.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Brent International School Manila provides an English‑language, Western‑based curriculum for students from early years through Grade 12, with the Biñan campus serving ages 3–18. The school is an IB World School since 1986 and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12, alongside the Brent Diploma pathway. Lower School (roughly Pre‑K to Grade 5) follows a North American developmental, inquiry‑based approach with integrated subjects and ESL support delivered through Homeroom and specialist teaching. Middle School (Grades 6–8) provides eight subjects per semester and builds IB readiness with a curriculum including English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, PE, Religious Studies, ICT, Art, and Music. Upper School (Grades 9–12) offers IB Diploma courses at HL/SL and the Brent Diploma, with core IB requirements Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and Extended Essay.	Curriculum details International School Manila serves Preschool through Grade 12, organized into Elementary, Middle, and High School sections, with the High School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and some Certificate-level options. In Elementary (Kindergarten to Grade 4), learning is concept-based and framed around big ideas, meeting the Common Core Mathematics and English Language Arts Standards, the Next Generation Science Standards, and the ISM-adopted Standards for Social Studies. Middle School (Grade 5–8) includes core subjects (English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Modern Language, Physical Education, Wellness) and a range of electives, with English language support provided through EAL programs (EDP/EAP) across Elementary through High School. In High School, students pursue ISM's High School Diploma, with a significant majority taking the full IB Diploma in Grades 11–12 and others taking IB Subject Certificates; Grades 9–10 offer electives such as Robotics, Design Technology, Ceramics, Graphic Design, Computer Programming, Film, Visual Arts, Theater, Peer Counseling, and Food Technology. The program emphasizes co-curricular learning and service through clubs, arts, sports, and ICARE service experiences. In 2025, 98% of IB candidates earned the full IB Diploma.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Class sizes are designed to be small, with typical ranges reported across Brent campuses as roughly 16–24 students per class depending on level, and ESL support is available as needed.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Brent graduates have gained admission to top universities worldwide, including Yale, UCLA, Cambridge, Oxford, Princeton, and Harvard, as well as Philippine universities such as UP Diliman, De La Salle, and Ateneo. The IB/Brent pathways are designed to prepare students for university selection across global destinations.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Advanced course options exist within the IB/Brent pathways, with guidance on pursuing Higher Level (HL) courses and multiple diploma options; admissions materials indicate support for students taking heavier course loads (e.g., multiple HLs) for those aiming at prolonged academic challenge.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Admissions Process: 1. Submit a complete application with all required documents. These include a completed application form and health form, certified copies of academic records from the last two years, two confidential evaluation forms from a former teacher and a principal or guidance counselor, three passport-sized photos, a birth certificate or Family Registry, a copy of the applicant's passport, and immunization records. If an employer will pay the school fees, include a letter on the employer's letterhead. For foreign applicants, also provide the visa page and a copy of the Alien/Immigrant Certificate of Residence (ACR/ICR). Filipino applicants are welcome, but the Board of Directors limits Filipino enrollment to no more than one-third of the student body. 2. The Admissions Office schedules the testing and interviews once the complete packet is received; testing is standard across candidates and may include language-skills assessments for non-native English speakers. Arrive on time for the testing session, and be prepared for a follow-up interview with the applicant and at least one parent or guardian. 3. After testing, the Admissions Committee reviews results and conducts the interview, with final admission decisions communicated to families. If accepted, families proceed to the next step to secure a space. 4. Upon notification of acceptance, submit the Slot Reservation Deposit (US$500) and sign the Admissions and Enrollment Agreements within the allotted five working days to secure a place in the class. The Admissions Office will provide the enrollment documents and answer any questions about next steps. 5. If a space is not immediately available, the family may be placed in a wait pool. A wait pool deposit (US$600) may be paid to be placed in the pool, but Brent does not guarantee a space will open. The applicant remains in the wait pool for the current academic year unless the family withdraws. 6. If admitted, complete the enrollment process; for those reapplying after a prior application, a mandatory six-month waiting period applies before a new application can be submitted. In all cases, foreign applicants should arrange the required visa-related documents and maintain compliance with Philippine immigration rules. Sources outlining these steps include the documented admissions sequence and the visa/foreign-applicant notes used across Brent campuses.	Admissions 1. Review Admissions Guidelines. IS Manila will admit children provided there is space in the grade/program and they demonstrate the ability to benefit from IS Manila's academic program, as determined by interviews, tests and review of past records. They must have no unresolved disciplinary or emotional problems in their previous schools, and they must reside with their parent(s) in the Philippines; any exception must be approved by the School prior to commencing the admission process. The age placement policy sets a September 1 cutoff, and High School students should graduate no later than age 20. If a student completes a grade level after the first semester, they will be placed in that same grade for the remainder of the school year; the School reserves the prerogative to accept or reject any application. 2. PowerSchool Registration. Create a PowerSchool account and begin the Online Application. You will be required to upload documents such as your child's passport, parent passports, previous and current academic records, and, if applicable, any learning support documentation. Once you submit, you will not be able to upload additional documents, which may delay review; you will receive a confirmation email indicating successful submission. To apply for another child, start a new application; you may save and return to complete before final submission. 3. Online Application Requirements. Your PowerSchool Registration account allows you to track the documents received. Review the specific Application File Requirements per grade and ensure that you complete all requirements for the file to be reviewed. It is advisable to submit prior and current academic information along with the required teacher recommendations; administrative documents may be submitted as they become available. 4. Confirmation of a Seat. Admission decisions are generally made after the applicant has taken the appropriate entrance test(s) on site and has interviewed with the relevant School Counselor. The School may make early decisions at its prerogative. If a seat is offered, parents should enroll immediately to secure the place and pay tuition and fees. 5. Enrollment Process. After formal acceptance, the student must complete the Enrollment Process, which requires clearance signatures on the Enrollment Clearance Form from the Admissions Office, the Cashier's Office, and the Health Clinic. The Enrollment steps include: submitting the Student Health Card and Physical Examination Record to the Health Clinic to obtain a clearance signature on the Enrollment Clearance Form; paying tuition and all other school-related fees at the Cashier's Office; submitting the signed Parent and School Shared Agreement; purchasing school uniforms at the Uniform Shop; obtaining school photo IDs at the Security Office and applying for car stickers there; signing up for the bus service at the Transportation Office (optional); signing up for the snack and/or lunch option at the Elementary School Canteen (optional); and submitting a signed General Proxy for the Board of Trustees (optional). All students entering Grades 7-12 must sign the ISM Drug Policy Form; all High School students must sign the Honor Code. For Preschool, the Enrollment Clearance Form may be given to the Preschool teacher. 6. Testing. Tests are usually scheduled to start at 8:00 a.m. in the Admissions Office and include English language skills and Mathematics; for older candidates, testing may include a foreign or modern language such as French, Japanese, Spanish and Mandarin. 7. Interview. All candidates and their parents are required to meet with a School Counselor. The Elementary School Counselor handles teacher placement, while Middle and High School Counselors work out class schedules; High School students and parents may also discuss the International Baccalaureate (IB) program with the IB Coordinator. Notes. IS Manila follows a Rolling Admissions Policy and accepts applications throughout the academic year; admissions operate with an Admissions Priority Policy and a maximum of nine months' advance applications.
Scholarships	Scholarships 3) Scholarships: Brent does not publish a formal scholarship program on its official materials. There is, however, a note in external sources that limited financial aid or discounts may be available to families with proven financial need, awarded at the Headmaster's discretion. Prospective families should inquire directly with admissions about any available financial aid or discount options and the application process for financial assistance.	Scholarships Scholarships. Applications for SY 2026-2027 are closed. IS Manila offers scholarships to Filipino citizens who will be thirteen years old on or before September 01, 2026 and who have completed Grade 7; awardees enroll in Grade 8 and continue through Grade 12. The need-based scholarships cover fees such as tuition, matriculation, and book rental, with a possible participation fee for families. Eligibility requires Filipino citizenship, Grade 7 completion, high academic achievement (no grade below 85%), demonstrated financial need, meeting regular IS Manila entrance requirements, strong English proficiency, and good health; only one sibling per family is considered; dual citizens are not eligible. Selection involves an assessment day (8:00 AM–3:00 PM) with English and Math evaluations, followed by home visits and panel interviews; a final decision is based on overall application materials and interviews. Scholarships require acceptance within one week of notification; awardees must cover other student expenses (lunches, uniforms, activities) beyond the scholarship grant; the scholarship spans Grades 8–12 and includes yearly evaluations by the Philippine Scholarship Committee to determine continuation. Dates of examination and interview are January 31, 2026 (8:00 AM–3:00 PM) and March 23–24, 2026 (Interview Day). Scholarship forms include an Application Checklist, Online Application Form, Financial Requirement, Principal's Appraisal, and Certificate of Good Health; report cards/transcripts from Grade 1 onward are required. The program includes ISM Filipino Scholars and the Victoria SyCip Herrera Scholarship Foundation as named components of IS Manila's scholarship ecosystem.
Waitlist	Waitlist 2) Waitlist/Pool: Brent uses a wait pool when a seat in the requested grade level is not immediately available. Families may choose to pay a refundable wait-pool deposit to be placed in the pool; there is no guarantee that a space will open. The name of the applicant may remain in the wait pool for the current academic year. If a space becomes available, the school will notify the family, after which the standard acceptance and enrollment steps apply. If a space does not become available, the family may reapply in a future year, subject to Brent's admissions policies. This wait-pool mechanism and its terms are described in Brent's admissions resources.	Waitlist Waitlist/Pool. When a grade or program has no available space, IS Manila maintains a Waitpool. Candidates on the Waitpool are considered for admission as openings become available. There is Admissions Priority consideration, but there is no fixed chronological order within that priority grouping; IS Manila strives for balance in gender, diversity of nationalities, and predictable academic success for the candidate when a space opens. If a space becomes available, parents are advised immediately and asked to confirm continued interest and pay the current tuition and fees to hold the place. The Application Fee remains valid for two academic years for Waitpool applications, and families may roll over an application year if space is not offered (requires a formal rollover request). IS Manila reserves the right to accept or reject any application. One exploratory visit per family is allowed. Guardianship requests follow additional policy by the Superintendent.
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