Britesparks International School vs Southville International School and Colleges

	B Britesparks International School Manila, Philippines	S Southville International School and Colleges Manila, Philippines
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₱88,495 - 184,130	Fees / year ₱143,000 - 764,472
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), IB (MYP)	Curriculum Korean Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 170	Pupils 1,800
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2000	Opened 1990
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located at 15 Metropoli Drive, C5-Bagumbayan, Quezon City, Philippines 1110. It is in Quezon City, part of Metro Manila. The Bagumbayan area features a mix of residential and commercial facilities with access to major city roads.	Location Southville International School and Colleges operates across BF Homes in Parañaque City and Las Piñas City, Metro Manila, Philippines. The STAR Campus is at 136 Elizalde St., BF Homes, Parañaque City. The Munich Campus is at Munich St. corner Tropical Avenue, BF Homes International, Las Piñas City. The Tropical Campus is at 1281 Tropical Ave. corner Luxembourg St., BF Homes International, Las Piñas City, and the Luxembourg Campus is at Luxembourg St. corner Tropical Ave., BF Homes International, Las Piñas City.
Stages	Stages Preschool (Toddler to Kinder 2); Grade School (Grade 1 to 6); Junior High School (Grade 7 to 10); Senior High School (Grade 11 to 12).	Stages Southville offers basic education from Preschool through Grade 12 and also provides college degree programs. The STAR Campus serves Early Childhood through Grade 3; the Munich Campus covers Early Childhood to Grade 5. The Tropical Campus houses IB and College programs for Grades 5–11 (HS I–IV), while the Luxembourg Campus hosts Grade School (Grades 5–6) and High School (Grades 7–12) and College.
School type	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school across multiple BF Homes campuses. TREX Residence provides dormitory facilities for SGEN students who live far away.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The curriculum emphasizes inclusive, student-centered learning. Public materials do not list formal SEN provisions.	Additional learning support English as a Second Language is offered under Special Programs. Public pages do not describe a dedicated SEN department or facilities. Other programs include Worthwhile Weekend and SMART Programs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is listed. BIS follows international standards and aims for Cambridge/IB accreditation.	Country affiliation The school operates in the Philippines and is part of the Southville Global Education Network (SGEN).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is listed publicly by the school.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is listed on official materials.
School day structure	School day structure The school day generally runs in the morning to early afternoon, with start times around 7:30–8:00 AM and end times around 3:00–4:00 PM; some sources cite 7:30–16:00 as typical hours.	School day structure Start and end times vary by campus and level. On-campus programs are organized across campuses (STAR, Munich, Tropical, and Luxembourg) with different level allocations, and Southville Flex provides online asynchronous options for K-12 and higher education.
Bus service details	Bus service details A BIS-provided school bus service is not publicly listed; families may arrange private transport.	Bus service details A dedicated school bus service is not publicly listed. TREX Residence offers on-site dormitory housing for students who live far from the campuses, and TREX is located within walking distance of SGEN schools.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and slot reservation fees - Slot reservation (one-time, deductible from fees): PHP 40,000 (early/"early bird"). - Slot reservation (one-time, regular): PHP 15,000. - Reservation fee is non‑refundable but is deductible from the school fees. Tuition fees by year group — totals per payment scheme (Local students, published schedule) - Toddler (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 88,495.00 - Semi‑annual (per installment): PHP 44,247.50 - Trimestral (per term): PHP 31,318.23 - Monthly (per month): PHP 9,668.46. - Nursery (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 101,042.50 - Semi‑annual: PHP 50,521.25 - Trimestral: PHP 35,751.68 - Monthly: PHP 11,036.13. - Kinder 1 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 113,590.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 56,795.00 - Trimestral: PHP 40,185.13 - Monthly: PHP 12,403.81. - Kinder 2 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 123,120.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 61,560.00 - Trimestral: PHP 43,552.40 - Monthly: PHP 13,442.58. - Kinder 3 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 133,120.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 68,594.30 - Trimestral: PHP 47,085.73 - Monthly: PHP 14,532.58. - Grade 1 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 131,330.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 65,665.00 - Trimestral: PHP 46,453.27 - Monthly: PHP 14,337.47. - Grade 2 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 139,047.50 - Semi‑annual: PHP 69,523.75 - Trimestral: PHP 49,180.12 - Monthly: PHP 15,178.68. - Grade 3 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 143,142.50 - Semi‑annual: PHP 71,571.25 - Trimestral: PHP 50,627.02 - Monthly: PHP 15,625.03. - Grade 4 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 146,219.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 73,109.50 - Trimestral: PHP 51,714.05 - Monthly: PHP 15,960.37. - Grade 5 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 149,106.50 - Semi‑annual: PHP 74,553.25 - Trimestral: PHP 52,734.30 - Monthly: PHP 16,275.11. - Grade 6 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 157,529.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 78,764.50 - Trimestral: PHP 55,710.25 - Monthly: PHP 17,193.16. - Grade 7 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 167,605.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 83,802.50 - Trimestral: PHP 59,270.43 - Monthly: PHP 18,291.45. - Grade 8 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 169,180.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 84,590.00 - Trimestral: PHP 59,826.93 - Monthly: PHP 18,463.12. - Grade 9 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 171,007.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 85,503.50 - Trimestral: PHP 60,472.47 - Monthly: PHP 18,662.26. - Grade 10 (per payment): - Annual total: PHP 172,708.00 - Semi‑annual: PHP 86,354.00 - Trimestral: PHP 61,073.49 - Monthly: PHP 18,847.67. - Senior High School (Grade 11 and Grade 12) — strands/variants have separate charges (examples as published): - Grade 11 (ABM example): Annual total shown at published schedule: PHP 182,077.50 (per‑installment breakdown also published). A second Grade 11 figure for another strand is shown at PHP 194,897.50; published schedule lists strand‑specific totals. - Grade 12 (senior strands): published schedule shows Grade 12 totals reaching around PHP 204,897.50 (strand and variant dependent). Strand‑specific semi/trimestral/monthly breakdowns are published in the full schedule. Notes on the published fee lines - Each per‑payment amount above is the total charge for that payment frequency (Annual = total for year; Semi‑annual = per semester; Trimestral = per term; Monthly = per month installment). The published schedule also shows separate Tuition Fee and Miscellaneous Fee amounts that together make each total. Billing schedule and payment terms - Available payment schemes: Annual, Semi‑annual, Trimestral and Monthly. A PHP 5,000 discount applies for full (annual) payment in the published schedule; an Early Bird discount is also offered in some cases. - Standard due dates published for the installment plans (example schedule in the published payment terms): - Semi‑annual: due by November 1 (second installment dependent on scheme). - Trimestral: due by November 1 and February 1 (example dates shown in the published terms). - Monthly: example monthly due dates run from July 1 through April 1 (published schedule lists the monthly due dates for the academic year). - Late‑payment charge: a penalty assessment of 10% per month is applied to fees not paid within the due date in the published terms. Boarding fees - Britesparks is listed as a co‑educational day school; no boarding or residential fees are published. Other costs and miscellaneous fees - Each grade's published total includes a Miscellaneous Fee component (the schedule shows Tuition Fee and Miscellaneous Fee separately and the combined total). Miscellaneous fees appear as a single line item in the published schedule for each grade and payment scheme. Specific items (uniform, books, activities) are not broken out as separate line items in the published fee table; the Miscellaneous Fee is shown as a separate amount in the schedule. Refund information (published refund and cancellation rules) - Reservation, Miscellaneous and Application Fees are non‑refundable. Tuition is generally non‑refundable except in specific circumstances (examples in the published terms include parent transfer out of the region during the school year or prolonged medical relocation). The published refund table gives percentage refunds depending on the date of the refund request (example published dates and percentages are shown in the payment terms). Late or partial‑term prorating rules are addressed in the published payment terms. Fee payment options - Onsite payments accepted: cash, card or cheque. - Online/bank payment options published: Metrobank and Banco de Oro (BDO) account details were published for Britesparks International School, Inc.; PayPal payments are also accepted using the school PayPal account name. The published schedule asks parents to send a copy of the transaction slip to the school email after an online payment. Example published bank details: METROBANK — BRITESPARKS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, INC., account 266‑726‑652‑5334; BDO — BRITESPARKS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, INC., account 001250170964; PayPal — Britesparks International School (published). Key discounts and concessions (published) - Early Bird discount (example published: 7% in some promotions) and a PHP 5,000 full‑payment discount are listed in the published fee schedule. - Multiple‑enrollment discount example: PHP 5,000 off the tuition fee for one younger sibling; three or more siblings: 30% discount on the total school fees for the 3rd and 4th enrolled child (published schedule lists sibling discount rules). Partner community incentive: PHP 2,500 (one‑time deduction) in the published schedule. Practical summary - The school publishes a detailed fee schedule that lists for each year group: Tuition Fee, Miscellaneous Fee and the combined Total for Annual, Semi‑annual, Trimestral and Monthly payment schemes. The schedule also lists reservation fees, discount rules, payment methods and published refund rules. The full published fee table contains the per‑installment amounts listed above for each grade and payment frequency.	Fee details Application / Admission fees - K–12 / IB admission processing fee for applicants: USD 50. - College application / admission fee: PHP 1,000. - Southville Monarchs International School (SMIS) reservation / admission fee: PHP 750 (non‑refundable). Tuition fees by school year (summary and availability) - The school issues tuition, miscellaneous and direct‑cost amounts by program/level and by billing plan; specific published figures vary by year, program (Preschool, Grade School, Junior High, Senior High, IB, College, online/FLEX) and payment plan. Official per‑level billing statements are provided to applicants/students during registration. - Representative figures from publicly available materials and historical schedules (for context only): college tuition per semester has been stated in school materials and FAQs in the range of PHP 55,000–PHP 65,000 per semester; some earlier preschool annual totals published in past fee schedules were approximately PHP 100,000 per year (these are program‑specific examples from earlier schedules). These representative numbers are provided only to indicate typical magnitudes; final per‑student amounts and the official term/year breakdown are supplied in each student's billing statement. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school issues an official billing statement to the student/parent after registration or subject selection; available payment schemes (annual, semester, monthly/payment plans) are presented with the billing statement and must be chosen at that time. Payments are acknowledged by the Accounting Office and an official receipt is issued. - Accepted onsite payment methods include cash, check, and debit/credit card (AMEX, Visa, MasterCard and other local networks). Office cashier hours are published for payments made directly at campus. - Bank deposit and wire transfer options (local and from abroad) are provided. BPI and Metrobank accounts are used for peso and dollar payments; SWIFT details are published for international transfers. Parents are asked to email proof of payment to the Accounting Office for acknowledgment. - Digital wallet and online options accepted include GCASH, MAYA, PayMongo (online card and wallet payments), and an online credit‑card payment link (PayMongo) for peso transactions. Payment confirmation instructions and required proof submission details are provided with billing. - For college and graduate students, billing and payment steps (download subjects, wait for billing, pay via bank or online methods, send proof to accounting) are specified in the enrollment instructions. Boarding / residence fees (if applicable) - A student residence (TREX Residences) is operated for students who require dormitory accommodation; rooms are described as furnished and air‑conditioned, within walking distance of the campus. The school/residence web pages describe the residence and services but do not publish a public, itemized boarding fee schedule on the materials reviewed. Parents/students are directed to the residence contact channels for room rates and booking terms. Other costs and typical additional fees - Miscellaneous fees, direct costs and other program‑specific charges (for materials, labs, assessments, examinations, uniforms, field trips and other direct costs) form separate line items on the official billing statement. Example line items in prior published schedules include: Tuition Fee, Miscellaneous Fees, Direct Costs, and Other Fees—each shown separately on program billing examples. Exact amounts and which items apply depend on the program and student's year/subjects. - Uniforms, school supplies, examinations (IB exam fees where applicable), special program fees and optional activity costs are charged as specified on the billing statement or program notices; the SMIS page explicitly designates the reservation/admission fee as deductible from tuition but non‑refundable. Refund information - The SMIS reservation/admission fee is published as non‑refundable and non‑transferable. No publicly posted, itemized general refund policy for tuition or other fees was found in the materials reviewed; refund terms for specific charges and withdrawal cases are handled according to the school's accounting/registration policies as stated in official enrollment/billing communications. Fee payment options (summary of available channels) - Onsite: cash, check (payable to Southville International School and Colleges Inc.), debit/credit card (AMEX, VISA, MasterCard; local networks accepted). - Bank deposit / wire transfer: BPI (peso and dollar accounts listed) and Metrobank accounts (dollar FCDU designated for international payments); SWIFT codes published for international transfers. Parents are instructed to email deposit slips/transaction receipts to accounting. - Digital wallets and online: GCASH, MAYA, PayMongo (payment links for cards and wallets), and an online credit‑card form/payment link for peso transactions. Notes on availability of precise, per‑level numbers for AY 2025–2026 - The school publishes admissions, payment methods, and program billing procedures and provides billing statements to each student. The documents and bulletins reviewed for the 2025–2026 academic year do not contain a single, publicly accessible, fully itemized per‑grade/per‑term fee table for all programs in the exact breakdown requested. Representative historical and program‑specific examples and FAQs indicate typical magnitudes for certain programs (e.g., college per‑semester ranges; earlier preschool annual totals), but the school issues the definitive per‑student amounts through official billing at registration. If you need the precise per‑grade, per‑term figures for a specific program (Preschool, Grade level, IB, College, FLEX/online, or TREX residence room rates), the school's accounting/registrar issues the official billing statement for the incoming student and will list the full itemization, payment plan options, and any applicable discounts or scholarship awards.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Britesparks International School delivers an English-medium, standards-based curriculum from Preschool through Senior High, organized as Preschool (ages 3-5), Grade School (Grades 1-6), Junior High (Grades 7-10), and Senior High (Grades 11-12), with international standards and thematic units to foster relational understanding. Grade School (Grades 1-6) uses core subjects aligned to the Common Core ELA, the English National Curriculum for Social Studies, and the Singapore Curriculum Framework for Science and Mathematics, and adds Visual Arts, Physical Education, ICT, and Entrepreneurship; it is equivalent to the Department of Education Elementary Program, Cambridge Primary, and the IB Primary Years Program. Junior High (Grades 7-10) follows the DOE High School Program, Cambridge Secondary 1 and 2, and the IB Middle Years Program, with continued offerings in Visual Arts, Physical Education, ICT, and Entrepreneurship. Senior High School (Grades 11-12) is equivalent to the DOE Senior High School Program, with emphasis on science, mathematics, language, and additional focus on Business Management and ICT to prepare students for college and careers. Preschool (Toddler, Nursery, Kinder 1 and 2) serves ages 3-5 and focuses on safe, secure learning and early literacy, reading, writing and numeracy through hands-on activities in an “I Can Do It” environment.	Curriculum details Southville International School and Colleges offers a full K–12 program (Preschool through Senior High) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as an IB World School since August 2005. Instruction is delivered in English across all levels, with foreign language offerings including Mandarin, French, Spanish, and Korean. The curriculum is built around the 5Cs framework (Character, Competence, Collaboration, Creativity, Commitment to Achieve) and Schoolwide Learner Outcomes, supported by a Gifted program (G.I.D.E.S.) and an emphasis on interdisciplinary learning. Preschool emphasizes early literacy through a Comprehensive Reading Program and a Reggio Emilia–inspired, project-based approach, with a technology-enhanced curriculum aligned to US/UK standards. Senior High offers tracks STEM, ABM, HUMSS, and GAS with P.A.S.S. Research, and the IB Diploma Programme is available as an alternative pathway for post‑secondary study.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
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 —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
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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 —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admissions Process (Old/Returning Students): The enrollment procedure begins with an Inquiry Stage where BIS staff answer inquiries and address concerns. Parents can engage in onsite enrollment or reach out online via email, phone, or text. This initial stage is designed to provide clarity on programs, schedules, and any immediate questions about the application. Step 2: Payment Assessment Stage. BIS will send the available tuition fee payment schemes, and parents select one: Monthly, Trimestral, Semi-annual, or Annual. A hard copy of the payment scheme is given for onsite enrollment, while an online enrollment recipient receives a soft PDF copy. There is a Php 5,000 discount for the Annual Payment Scheme, and any previously settled Early Bird and Reservation Fees are deductible from the first payment. Step 3: Payment Stage. Onsite payments can be made with cash, card, or cheque. Online payments can be made via METROBANK (with a specific BIS account), BANCO DE ORO (BDO), or PAYPAL, and a transaction slip must be sent to BIS by email. This step ensures the payment is registered before proceeding with enrollment documents. Step 4: Submit the Signed Admission and Tuition Fee Agreement Form. Onsite enrollees submit the hard copy to the enrollment officer for photocopying and filing, keeping the original. Online enrollees send a scanned or photographed copy to BIS with the subject line “Signed Tuition Fee Agreement Form.” Step 5: Reenrollment Form and Other School Documents (AY 2021-2022). Reenrollment forms and accompanying documents are provided in hard copy onsite or as soft copies online. All required documents are to be submitted by the stated deadline (August 3, 2021). Step 6: Documents Sent by Email. BIS will email Distance Learning Program Guidelines, the School Manual, Class Schedule, Academic Calendar, and Nurse's Note after the enrollment steps are completed. These materials accompany the enrollment package and help families prepare for the current academic year. Admissions Process (Foreign Citizens): The enrollment path for foreign citizens follows a similar inquiry process, with an explicit Admission Evaluation step. Parents are asked to submit the Original Copy of the latest Form 138 authenticated by the Embassy, a Certified True Copy of Form 137 authenticated by the Embassy, Certificate of Good Moral, and two copies of Form 3 (Confidential Recommendation Form) plus Form 4 (Developmental Information Sheet). Additional documents include a copy of the original birth certificate (with English translation), photocopies of passport and visa, photocopies of parent's passport and visa, and a Notarized Affidavit of Guardianship if applicable. Forms 3 and 4 can be downloaded or requested by email. Step 3: Payment Assessment Stage. The school will provide the various tuition schemes (Monthly, Trimestral, Semi-annual, Annual) and a hard or soft copy of the scheme depending on enrollment mode. A Php 5,000 discount on annual payment and deduction of previously settled Early Bird/Reservation Fees apply as described above. Step 4: Payment Stage. Payment methods mirror the Old/Returning pathway: onsite payments by cash/card/cheque; online payments via the BIS MetrobANK/BDO accounts or PayPal; a transaction slip must be emailed to BIS. Step 5: Sign the Admission and Tuition Fee Agreement (Form 2). The signed Form 2 should be scanned and emailed to BIS with the subject “Signed Tuition Fee Agreement Form.” Step 6: Complete and Submit Additional Requirements for Evaluation. The school provides a BIS Student Admission Kit and related forms (Form 1, Form 5, Form 6, etc.) for download or hard copy. All documents for evaluation should be submitted by the indicated deadline (August 3, 2021). Forms are not applicable during the Distance Learning Program. Step 7: Documents Sent by Email. After submission, BIS sends Distance Learning Program Guidelines, the School Manual, Class Schedule, Academic Calendar, and Nurse's Note by email.	Admissions Overview: Southville International School and Colleges offers admissions for both Basic Education (K–12) and College/Higher Education. Admissions procedures are published in separate sections for K–12 and for college programs, including required documents, testing/assessment options, and enrollment steps. Where specific forms or portals are used, applicants are guided to submit materials to the appropriate office (Admissions/Registrations) and to complete enrollment through the designated channels. 1. Basic Education admissions process (K–12) – Step 1: Prepare and submit admission requirements. The entry requirements for Basic Education include two 2×2 photographs, a clear copy of the birth certificate, and a photocopy of the Report Card or Transcript of Records (authenticated and red-ribboned). A Certificate of Good Moral Character is required for Grades 1–12. These documents are presented to the school's admissions or registrations office as part of the initial submission. 2. Basic Education admissions process (K–12) – Step 2: Submit registration/enrollment documents. If the student studied abroad, provide the Original Hard Copy of the Report Card/Transcript; for younger students a Medical Certificate may be required (Pre-school to Grade 6). For Grades 7–12, a Medical Exam and Drug Test Result from SISC's affiliated clinic/hospital is required. For foreign applicants, a clear photocopy of the applicant's passport and visa, as well as parents' pictures and a Special Study Permit (SSP) or Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) or any valid visa, must be provided. The Report Card/Transcript from foreign schools should be authenticated or red-ribboned by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate of the country of origin. 3. Basic Education admissions process (K–12) – Step 3: Documentation for foreigners and transfers. Foreigners must submit passport and visa copies, and may need additional documents per registration rules. For students transferring from overseas, the original documents should be authenticated or red-ribboned by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate of the country of origin. These steps ensure that foreign credentials are recognized locally and align with cross-border education practices. 4. Basic Education admissions process (K–12) – Step 4: Enrollment and enrollment-related steps. After the admission and documentation are reviewed and approved, enrollment proceeds through the Registrations/Admissions process. Inquiries and guidance regarding enrollment are typically directed to the PR and Marketing Office, which coordinates enrollment communications and schedules. This phase formalizes acceptance and begins the student's active enrollment in classes. 2. College admissions process – Step 1: Application and testing. For college programs, applicants submit an online application form and may be required to take an Admission Examination. On-campus testing and international testing options are provided on AY 2026–2027 schedules, with specific testing dates and registration periods published at certain times. Applicants can access the college Student Portal to register and view the unofficial tuition assessment before submitting the required documents. 3. College admissions process – Step 2: Clearances and schedule coordination (for re-enrollment). For students renewing their college enrollment, a clearance must be obtained from relevant offices (Accounting, Library, Guidance, and Clinic) to confirm there are no outstanding accountabilities before re-enrollment. The AIMS account is used to verify clearance status. This step ensures that all prior obligations are settled before continuing studies. 4. College admissions process – Step 3: Enrollment steps (finalizing registration). Once admission is confirmed, enrollment proceeds through a multi-step process: enroll online via the College Student Portal to select subjects and schedules, print the unofficial assessment form, and bring it to the Dean/Registrar as needed. The Dean's Office may require advising or subject approvals for certain programs (e.g., IT courses). The Fees are then discussed/assessed in the PR Conference Room, after which the official Enrolment Form is issued by the Registration Office, and the student's ID is prepared in the ID Room (including any MOODLE/AIMS orientation if offered). 5. College admissions process – Step 4: Orientation and post-enrollment steps. After enrollment, students may participate in Moodle/AIMS orientations (optional) and receive access to online learning platforms. This step helps students transition to the college's blended/online learning environment and ensures access to course materials and grade portals. Notes on current cycles and portals: For current AY cycles, Southville provides online application forms and testing schedules through the College Admissions channels, including the College Student Portal and online testing options. Prospective students should check the latest cycle details, exam dates, and application forms via the college admissions pages and announcements.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships and Fee Discounts (Tuition Aid Programs): BIS publishes several tuition aid programs. An Early Bird discount reduces total school fees by 7% for eligible applicants. There is also a Full Payment Discount of Php 5,000 for annual payments, and a Php 5,000 discount for enrolling an additional younger sibling across another BIS program. For families with three or more siblings enrolled at BIS, the discount increases to 30% off the total school fees for the 3rd and 4th child. A one-time Partner Community incentive of Php 2,500 applies as well. These discounts are subject to eligibility criteria and conditions described in the program notes. Slot Reservation Fees: Early Bird applicants pay Php 40,000, while regular applicants pay Php 15,000 to reserve a slot. The reservation fee is non-refundable but is deductible from the school fees. The Early Bird discount can keep the discount valid until the first settlement date. Full payment discounts are not applicable to prorated fees. Payment Terms and Refunds: The school expects payment for the full school year at enrollment unless otherwise arranged in writing. Fees are not prorated for partial trimesters. Tuition is non-refundable except in specified cases (e.g., relocation out of the region or prolonged illness requiring medical travel). The Miscellaneous and Reservation Fees are non-refundable, and there are specific refund windows for tuition. A 10% penalty per month applies to late payments. Refund Policy and Due Dates: The policy states that refunds apply to tuition only, while miscellaneous fees are non-refundable. Specific refund windows are listed (e.g., refunds issued on certain dates) and late-payment penalties are outlined. Due dates for installments follow semi-annual, trimestral, and monthly schedules, with dates provided in the published terms.	Scholarships Southville offers several scholarships and financial assistance programs for both Basic Education and College. In Basic Education, scholarship options include Academic, Performing Arts, and Sports scholarships. The basic-education scholarship offerings are described in the Basic Education FAQ, which notes these scholarship categories without detailing specific application procedures or criteria. For College, a formal College Scholarship program exists with pathways such as the Responsive Educational Assistance Program (REAP), which provides financial aid to exceptional students, and a Founder Scholarship Program offering substantial—potentially full—tuition and cost coverage under certain conditions. Some scholarships may cover up to 75% of tuition, and benefits can include direct costs, stipends, and possible post-graduation opportunities within the Southville Global Education Network, subject to program criteria. Details and eligibility are described in the College Scholarship page. In addition, Southville now accepts Senior High School vouchers as a form of financial assistance for SHS enrollees in Grades 11–12, expanding access to SHS programs; this is in addition to other discount and scholarship options. Other discounts historically offered include sibling and alumni discounts and loyalty discounts (amounts vary by year and program). These policies have been published in school news posts, indicating ongoing availability of tuition-related discounts; exact current terms should be confirmed with the Admissions Office.
Waitlist	Waitlist There is no published information about a waitlist or pool system on the BIS admissions pages. The pages outline inquiry, evaluation, payment, and documentation steps but do not describe any waitlist process.	Waitlist —
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