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Philippines, Manila
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Greatstart Manila emphasizes social development as part of its GR.A.C.E. curriculum and daily practice, aiming to foster confidence and social skills in students. The program highlights a Western-style approach to social development to help children become confident participants in learning. The International Student Experience Program provides a two-week social immersion at a U.S. location to develop social skills in an international context and support language development. The school describes its environment as warm, supportive and creative, which underpins social and emotional learning. Center Directors and trained teachers guide both academic and social development, and there is emphasis on partnering with parents to support students' social growth.
Greatstart Manila is described as an inclusive school. Decisions about admitting children with special educational needs (SEN) are made by Center Directors based on the extent to which the school can meet the student's needs. Individual assessments are required, and a recent Educational Psychologist's report is often requested to ensure the school can cater for the student. Some students are admitted on the condition that they receive full-time support from a Learning Support Assistant. The SEN information does not specify a named SEN category or a specialist SEN facility, indicating the school is not positioned as a dedicated SEN specialist institution.
The school is an all-English language school and provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. During evaluation, the prospective student's language ability is assessed to determine EAL needs, ensuring access to the curriculum. EAL support is available through the school, and parents are encouraged to continue using and developing their native language at home to support learning. The program is designed to accommodate students who are not yet fluent in English rather than replacing their home language.
The Manila campus describes learning as taking place in a warm, supportive and creative environment, which underpins students' mental well-being and holistic development. The GR.A.C.E. program and its social-skills focus contribute to resilience and confidence as part of well-being. The International Student Experience Program supports social skills development and cultural exposure, which can positively affect students' social-emotional well-being. The school relies on trained staff, including Center Directors and teachers, to guide academic and social growth within this supportive framework. There is no separately named, publicly disclosed mental health program beyond these social-emotional supports.
The Manila pages do not publicly disclose safeguarding and child protection policies.
Greatstart International School Manila offers early childhood education under the GR.A.C.E. Learning Program, a proprietary curriculum based on The Creative Curriculum for Preschool and aligned with state and national early learning standards. The Manila campus is located at 187 Dona Soledad Ave. Extension, Better Living, Paranaque City, Metro Manila, near Nuat Thai and Alfamart. Programs start with Toddlers (as young as 18 months) and run through School Age (up to 12 years), including Toddlers, Nursery I, Nursery II, Pre-K, Kindergarten, School Age, and a Summer Camp. The school day runs Monday–Friday with optional extended care and after-school programs; bus service is available through an accredited provider. Instruction is in English, with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support if needed. The GR.A.C.E. program emphasizes social development, international-mindedness, and a structured yet creative approach to learning. For inquiries, contact the Manila center.
