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Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction
Higher Champs International School is located in Mandalay at Ma-84/2, 35th Street, between 52nd Street and Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung. The school offers a UK-linked Cambridge Curriculum across Primary and Secondary, with Cambridge Primary (Years 2-6), Lower Secondary (Years 7-9), and Cambridge IGCSE (Years 10-11) for ages 5 to 16. Students benefit from enquiry-based learning, a strong emphasis on problem solving, and Cambridge Learner Attributes such as confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged. HCIS opened in 2018 to serve Mandalay's changing community, building on the earlier LCIS kindergarten started in 2016. The program is underpinned by five Cambridge elements: International Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Assessment, International Recognition, and Global Community. Beyond core academics, the school supports Arts and Creative activities, Cultural and Language clubs, and Community and Service initiatives, with a Parent-Teacher Association guiding parental involvement and community links to wellbeing. Fostering curious, capable global citizens.
Ma-84/2, 35th Street, Between 52nd Street & Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung, Mandalay
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The Essentials
Higher Champs International School has instruction in English.
Location
HCIS Mandalay campus is located in Yemon Taung, Mandalay, Myanmar. The address is Ma-84/2, 35th Street, Between 52nd Street & Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung, Mandalay. It is part of HCIS's network of campuses across Myanmar, including Monywa, Mawlamyaing, Hpa-an and Kyauk Pa Daung.
- A one-time administrative/admission fee is charged for all new students registering at the school. - Sibling admission fee scale: first child pays 100% of the admission fee; second child pays 95%; any subsequent children pay 90% of the admission fee.
Tuition fees by year group and term
- The school does not publish a public schedule of tuition amounts by year group or per term. Precise tuition figures for each year group and per-term billing are not published in the publicly available fee materials. - Sibling tuition discount: there is a 10% tuition discount for the third and fourth child registering from the same family (all children must be in attendance at the same time). - Full-payment incentive: families that pay school fees in a one-time cash payment up front are entitled to a 5% discount on tuition; this discount cannot be combined with other discounts. (Described as both a “Full Payment Discount” and an “Early Payment Promotion” in published policy.)
Billing schedule and payment terms
- All registration fees must be paid in full unless a separate payment plan has been formally agreed between the family and the school. - Families that register after March 31 of the previous academic year may choose from a variety of payment plans depending on the month that registration is completed. - A late-payment penalty of USD 25 is applied to late tuition payments. - No official school reports or transcripts will be released until all accounts are paid in full. - There is a 10% early-payment discount applied to families who pay tuition during the school's designated early-payment period. This is separate from the one-time full-payment 5% discount and cannot be combined with other discounts.
Boarding fees
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are published in the school's publicly available materials. The school's fee materials do not list boarding charges.
Other costs and incidental charges
- The published fee policy states the existence of an admission/administrative fee and refers generally to fee categories, but it does not publish numerical amounts for items such as uniforms, books, examination fees, meals, transport, or school supplies. Specific charges for these items are not available in the publicly posted materials.
Refund information and exceptions
- Refunds are not given under the school's stated refund policy. - Exceptions to payment and refund policies may only be approved following a meeting with the Head of School and the Chief Executive Officer; neither admissions nor finance staff nor board members may approve exceptions.
Fee payment options
- Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer, international transfer, credit/debit card, or cash) are not specified in the publicly available fee materials. The school's finance office contact details are provided for arranging payment and discussing available payment plans.
Brief summary of findings and limitations
- The school's published Fees & Registration materials provide clear policy rules (one-time admission fee, sibling discounts, early/full-payment discounts, USD 25 late fee, no refunds, requirement that registration fees be paid in full unless a payment plan is agreed, and that exceptions require senior-school approval). However, the numerical tuition amounts by year group, per-term figures, and specific charges for items such as uniforms, books, meals, transport, examination or boarding fees are not published and therefore cannot be listed here. Precise monetary figures for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26 if 2026/27 figures are not available) are not publicly posted and must be obtained directly from the school's finance office.
Academics
Higher Champs International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 5 to 16.
Curriculum
HCIS uses the UK-linked Cambridge Curriculum across the school. Primary (Year 2–6) follows The Cambridge Primary Curriculum (5–11 year olds), taught through enquiry-based learning with a strong focus on problem solving and thinking skills. Lower Secondary (Year 7–9) uses the Cambridge Curriculum to develop 10 core subjects, including English, Maths and Science, aligned with the Cambridge Learner Attributes: confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged. IGCSE (Year 10–11) uses the Cambridge IGCSE program, a widely used English-language qualification for 14 to 16-year olds. The curriculum is underpinned by five elements: International Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Assessment, International Recognition, and Global Community; Cambridge schools are part of a worldwide educational community.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Admissions
Admissions
The HCIS application form can be downloaded and completed. The forms are available in English and Burmese. Apply Online is available to start the application. Bring the completed form along with the documents below to the admissions office at school. Transcripts and report cards from the last two years must be provided. They must be stamped and on school letterhead. This ensures the admissions review has official records. Disclose any special needs your student has, or has been recommended to receive services at other schools. Disclose any medical needs such as allergies or conditions for health and safety purposes. This information helps HCIS educate your child to the best of our ability. A digital passport-style photo must be provided to accompany the application. The photo should be a clear passport-style image suitable for identification. Include the digital photo with the application materials. Your child will need to complete an HCIS entrance exam along with an in-person interview. The entrance exam and interview assess the student's knowledge and fit for HCIS. The admissions team uses these results to inform the admissions decision. Prior to being approved for admissions, parents must read and sign a letter of agreement regarding the HCIS Parent – Student Handbook. Signing confirms understanding of the handbook's terms and expectations. The handbook governs the parent–student relationship and responsibilities.
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FAQs
Where is Higher Champs International School Mandalay located?
HCIS Mandalay is in Yemon Taung, Mandalay, Myanmar, at Ma-84/2, 35th Street, Between 52nd Street & Mandalay - Pwin Oo Lwin Street, Yemon Taung. It is part of HCIS's network of campuses across Myanmar, including Monywa, Mawlamyaing, Hpa-an and Kyauk Pa Daung.
What age range does HCIS serve?
HCIS serves students aged 5 to 16, covering Primary (Year 2–6), Lower Secondary (Year 7–9), and IGCSE (Year 10–11). The school day runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
What curriculum does HCIS use across the school?
HCIS follows the Cambridge Curriculum, using The Cambridge Primary Curriculum for Years 2–6, Cambridge Curriculum for Years 7–9, and the Cambridge IGCSE program for Years 10–11, all taught in English.
When did HCIS Mandalay campus open?
HCIS Mandalay opened in 2018 and is part of HCIS's expansion to offer Cambridge-based education in Myanmar.
What Cambridge levels are offered at HCIS?
HCIS offers Primary (Year 2–6), Lower Secondary (Year 7–9), and IGCSE (Year 10–11) under the Cambridge framework.
Is there an admission fee for new students?
Yes. There is a one-time administrative/admission fee charged for all new students.
How do sibling admission fees work?
Siblings have a tiered admission-fee scale: the first child pays 100% of the admission fee, the second child 95%, and any subsequent children 90%.
Are there tuition-related discounts, such as early payment or full payment discounts?
Yes. There is a 5% discount for families paying tuition in a single up-front payment, and a separate 10% early-payment discount during the school's designated period. A 10% tuition discount applies to the third and fourth child in the same family (when all children are attending). These discounts cannot be combined with each other.
Are tuition amounts and per-term fees published publicly?
No. Precise tuition figures by year group and per term are not published publicly; you should contact the school's finance office for exact amounts and options.
What are the payment terms and penalties for tuition?
Registration fees must be paid in full unless a formal payment plan is arranged. A late-payment penalty of USD 25 applies to overdue tuition, and transcripts are not released until accounts are paid in full.
How is the Cambridge Curriculum structured at HCIS?
Primary (Year 2–6) follows The Cambridge Primary Curriculum with enquiry-based learning. Lower Secondary (Year 7–9) uses the Cambridge Curriculum across 10 core subjects, aligned with Cambridge Learner Attributes. The IGCSE program (Year 10–11) is Cambridge Assessment International Examinations-based and English-language.
How many core subjects are taught in Lower Secondary?
Lower Secondary includes 10 core subjects, such as English, Maths and Science.
What is the language of instruction at HCIS?
All teaching and learning at HCIS is conducted in English, including the IGCSE English-language program.
Are Cambridge qualifications recognised internationally?
Yes. Cambridge qualifications are widely recognized by employers and universities worldwide.
What are HCIS Mandalay's school hours?
The school day runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Do HCIS materials publish details on sports or other facilities?
Public materials do not publish detailed information about sports facilities or other campus amenities.
What facilities or campus features does HCIS Mandalay have?
HCIS Mandalay is located in Mandalay and follows the Cambridge Curriculum; specific campus facilities are not listed in the available materials.
What extracurricular activities and clubs are available, and how does the PTA participate?
HCIS emphasizes creativity within the Cambridge framework and supports a calendar of cultural and educational events. The school has a Parent–Teacher Association (PTA) that coordinates parental involvement, volunteering, and community partnerships.
What is the role and focus of the HCIS Parent–Teacher Association?
The PTA aims to foster a closer school community and involves parents in six areas: Parenting, Communication, Volunteering, Learning at home, Decision making, and Collaborating with the Community.
How does HCIS address student wellbeing and social-emotional development?
The Cambridge Learner Attributes (confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, engaged) support social and emotional development, and HCIS emphasizes student wellbeing and safety as part of its educational approach.
