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Philippines, Manila
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1. Visit: Faith Academy Manila invites families to schedule a campus tour or view a virtual open house to learn about programs and campus life. The school maintains opportunities to explore through a visit request form and a calendar of events; a campus visit is encouraged before applying. The school teaches in English, and proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing) is required for admission.
2. Prepare: The admissions process requires gathering documents listed in the Admissions Checklist. ALL documents must be translated into English. Typical items include the student's passport, birth certificate, transcripts, and letters of reference; some items may come from sending organizations for missionary families. Having these documents ready helps prevent delays in the application review.
3. Apply: To apply for enrollment, start the application process through the Apply page. The process emphasizes submitting the application and paying the application fees on the same day to avoid delays. Upon acceptance, a $300 seat deposit is required and will be credited to the tuition.
4. Enroll: After the application is accepted, the Registrar will email next steps to enroll. Families can monitor their status via the registration site and complete enrollment requirements. Boarding applications can be considered during enrollment if desired.
5. Language & eligibility notes: Faith Academy Manila is an international school with English as the language of instruction; English-speaking proficiency is required for admission. Applicants may undergo English Language Learner (ELL) testing if English is not the main language at home.
The site does not describe a formal waitlist or pool system. The published admissions window runs from November for the next school year until April 15; after April 15, applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. There is no explicit waitlist policy published.
Faith Academy offers scholarship funds and financial assistance alongside merit-based or donor-supported programs. Notable scholarship funds include the Bill Simons Memorial Scholarship and the Steve and Kay Abelman Scholarship, which are described as lasting legacies supporting Faith Academy and its students and staff. Donor materials explain the purpose and history of these funds. For families needing financial support, Faith Academy also offers Financial Assistance with an application process reviewed by a Financial Assistance Committee; applications must be submitted each school year by stated deadlines. There are also discounted rates for evangelical missionary families and for families demonstrating financial need. Seat deposits and multi-year payment options (early payment discounts) are described in the finances section.
Faith Academy Manila is a long-established international Christian school located just outside Manila. It serves a Pre-K through Grade 12 program, with Cambridge International IGCSE as the secondary curriculum. Classes are taught in English, and English proficiency is required for admission. The campus sits on Penny Lane in the Valley Golf Subdivision, San Juan, Cainta, Rizal, 1900. The school provides extensive facilities, including the Cadd Fine Arts Center (a 907-seat theatre), large on-site libraries (over 17,000 secondary and 18,000+ elementary resources), a 25-meter pool, a full gym, and multiple playing fields. Faith Academy offers a six-zone bus/van service and a boarding program for eligible students, with separate housing for girls, boys, and a possible co-ed option. A broad activities program includes Model United Nations, National Honor Society, and the International Thespian Society, and there is a Korean Studies program alongside Filipino cultural classes. The school emphasizes a Christ-centered, multicultural environment for missionary and international families.
