Philippines, Manila
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Canadian American School (CAS) is an international, micro school in Makati City offering Preschool through Grade 12. The campus is on the 2nd floor of LPL Mansions at 122 Leviste Street in Salcedo Village. CAS follows a North American model with US Common Core standards for English Language Arts and Social Studies and the Next Generation Science Standards for STEM, complemented by Canadian standards for Performing and Fine Arts, Music, and World Languages. The school emphasizes bilingual/multilingual education, with language immersion at the Preschool level (English, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish) and World Language offerings in K–12. CAS operates an English Language Camp and a Summer Camp. Graduating seniors receive both a locally accredited CAS diploma and a US-based CGC diploma. CAS is accredited by the Philippines Department of Education and recognized as a World Consular School by the US Embassy in Manila and by the Office of Overseas Schools. The student body is diverse, representing many nations.
Canadian American School has 100 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.
CAS is located in Makati City, Philippines, on the 2nd Floor of LPL Mansions, 122 Leviste Street, Salcedo Village. The campus sits in a central, mixed‑use district and is across from Makati Sports Club, which supports easy access for commuting families. The Makati site is the school's primary campus for Preschool through High School.
Preschool (P1–P3, JK), Primary School (SK, G1–G8), and Secondary School (G9–G12) are all housed at a single Makati site. The school operates along an integrated K–12 structure with language immersion offerings starting in the Preschool years.
The Canadian American School is an independent, co‑educational school. It operates as a day school serving Preschool through Grade 12.
An Exceptional Education Program integrates Special Education modifications and therapies. ESL support is available through the ESL program and the Center for English Language Learning.
The school uses a North American curriculum and has affiliations with Canada and the United States; it is recognized by the US Embassy in Manila and the Office of Overseas Schools.
There is no religious affiliation listed for the Canadian American School.
School days run Monday–Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; weekends are closed.
A school bus service is not published on the school's official materials.
Annual tuition at Canadian American School ranges from PHP 696,200 to PHP 1,138,700 for 2026/27.
Canadian American School teaches American Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.
The Canadian American School offers a progressive, inclusive curriculum aligned with US Common Core standards for English Language Arts and Social Studies, and with the US Next Generation Science Standards for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, while Canadian standards guide Performing and Fine Arts, Music, and World Languages. The school awards a dual diploma—one Philippine diploma issued by the Department of Education and a US diploma provided through its Cognia-accredited Edgenuity Virtual Academy partnership. Preschool offers age-appropriate classes (Preschool 1 to Junior Kindergarten) with early immersion language exposure in English, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Lower School (Senior Kindergarten to Grade 5) uses US Common Core for ELA and Mathematics and NGSS-based Science/Technology, with Social Studies aligned to US NCSS standards and World Languages including French, Spanish, Mandarin, and Hebrew, plus an Inclusive Education Program. Middle School & High School (Grades 9–12) follow a college-preparatory model with AP options and a 23-credit graduation requirement across English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine & Performing Arts, Physical/Health Education, Technology/Wellness, World Language, and Electives.
1. Attend a School Trial. School trials are typically scheduled for a class day, and during this time, prospective students sit in a full day to experience the learning environment. Families have the opportunity to ask questions about the school's programs and structure. The trial helps families assess fit before moving forward with the application process.
2. Submit an Application Form and settle the application fee. The complete Application Form is provided in the information packet or can be downloaded from the page. A nonrefundable Registration Fee and Testing Fees must be settled before the application is reviewed. The school publishes the 2025‑2026 Annual School Fees by program, showing new‑student totals from USD 11,800 (Preschool) to USD 19,300 (Grades 11‑12) with PHP equivalents; a Capital Development Fee of USD 2,500 is due upon settlement of fixed school fees. If paying on an installment plan, a current‑dated check plus two post‑dated checks for December 1 and March 1 are required; refunds are not provided for reduced attendance during a current trimester.
3. Skills Evaluation. Applicants from Senior Kindergarten (5‑year‑olds) and up participate in skills testing and/or English language proficiency tests. These tests are not Pass/Fail; their results guide instructional planning and identify any needs for additional support services. The school offers an English as a Second Language (ESL) program for students whose first language is not English, and students with identified needs may undergo a comprehensive evaluation that may involve related service providers.
4. Review and Acceptance. Applications are reviewed on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Only completed forms with Nonrefundable Registration Fees and Testing Fees settled will be reviewed. Acceptance decisions are usually issued electronically, with a formal letter and a School Fees Invoice attached.
No scholarships are advertised on the admissions or application materials.
CAS operates an open admission policy with year‑round applications. Applications are reviewed on a first‑come, first‑served basis, and acceptance decisions are issued electronically with a formal letter and School Fees Invoice.
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