Hope Christian High School

The school is located at 1242 Benavidez Street, Sta. Cruz, Manila. Sta. Cruz is a central district in Manila. The campus is in an urban area with access to local public transport and nearby city amenities.

Hope Christian High School offers a full IB continuum from early childhood to senior high. It provides the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for younger students, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 7–10, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11–12.

The school is co-educational. It operates as a day and boarding institution, with boarding facilities listed in IB documentation.

The school has formal inclusion policies for the IB programmes (PYP Inclusion Policy and MYP Inclusion Policy) to support students with additional learning needs. The Student Handbook also documents guidance and counseling services and other student-support provisions.

Philippines.

Christian, non-sectarian and church-related (affiliated with the United Evangelical Church of the Philippines network).

The public materials and handbook indicate end-of-day times: Preschool, Grade 1 and Grade 2 are out by 5:00 PM, and Grades 3–12 by 6:00 PM. Start times are not published in public materials.

A formal school bus service is not described in public materials. The school does offer boarding facilities for students.

Hope Christian High School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum from Pre-K to Grade 12, comprising the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The medium of instruction is English across subjects, with Chinese and Filipino taught as languages, and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) pathway to support language development. The PYP (SY 2025-2026) maps Nursery through Grade 6 to transdisciplinary themes via a Programme of Inquiry, with early units covering Movements, Family, Animals, and Talents (Nursery), and additional units such as Friendship, Stories, Plants, and Simple Machines (Junior Kindergarten and beyond). The MYP for Grades 7–10 centers on eight subject groups (Arts, Bible, Design, Filipino Language Acquisition, Language & Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies) and is supported by IB-aligned policies, including inclusion and language support. The DP is offered for Grades 11–12, with DP authorization completed on 2 June 2025; the school operates as an IB World School delivering a full Pre-K–12 continuum in English (DP) and English/Chinese (MYP) contexts.

Hope Christian High School runs a school-wide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program as part of its Student Life framework. The program is delivered through the Guidance Office in collaboration with homeroom teachers. It trains students in self-management, self-regulation, goal-setting, time-management, and stress management, with the aim of building resilience and emotional well-being. The SEL program sits alongside the national curriculum's character and values education, reinforcing social and emotional development within everyday learning. The school's procedures for identifying learning needs also support SEL, with the Guidance Office coordinating with teachers to address socio-emotional needs as part of an inclusive approach.

Hope Christian High School maintains an Inclusion Policy that commits to inclusive education and equal access to quality education for all learners, regardless of disability. The school provides differentiated instruction and supportive services to meet diverse learning needs across Preschool to Senior High, aiming to remove barriers to learning. Procedures for identifying learning needs involve initial and instructional assessments, with the Guidance Office able to refer cases to a Student Study Team (SST) and, if needed, outside specialists such as occupational therapists, developmental pediatricians, or a special education specialist. Where appropriate, accommodations and modifications are implemented within regular classes, and a shadow teacher may be arranged based on recommendations. The school emphasizes that it accepts students with disabilities and collaborates with parents for necessary assessments and support, though it is described as an inclusive program rather than a dedicated SEN-only institution.

For students with language needs or limited English proficiency, teachers front-load vocabulary and provide targeted language support within regular lessons. The school offers Level 2 ancillary programs, including an intensive language program for limited English proficient students and an independent reading program (Scholastic) to bolster reading development. Differentiated instruction is used to accommodate language differences across subjects, ensuring access to standards while supporting language growth. These language supports are integrated into the Middle Years Programme and broader inclusive practices rather than being a separate, standalone EAL department. English language development is thus provided within the school's inclusive framework to help all students engage with the curriculum.

Mental wellbeing is supported through the school-wide SEL program and the Guidance Office's socio-emotional learning initiatives. Guidance counselors coordinate with homeroom teachers to implement SEL training focused on self-management, emotional awareness, stress management, and resilience. The program is designed to complement the national curriculum's character and values education and to monitor student progress through regular guidance interventions. After-school co-curricular enrichment programs (e.g., robotics, journalism, arts, sports, and more) contribute to well-being by promoting engagement and belonging. The school also maintains ongoing professional development for staff to support inclusive teaching and student support services.

The school has a formal Child Protection Policy and Anti-Bullying Act in place, with the policy available for review (downloadable). This safeguarding framework reflects a commitment to protecting students and addressing bullying and abuse, aligning with best practices and local regulations. The policy sits within a broader inclusion and safeguarding ethos, which emphasizes safe learning spaces for all students and safeguarding procedures for identified concerns. The school's approach includes clear roles for the Guidance Office and administration in monitoring student welfare and coordinating appropriate interventions.

Hope Christian High School (HCHS) is a non-stock, non-profit, non-sectarian church-related educational institution that aims to develop students academically, spiritually, personally, and socially. The school maintains an open admission policy, welcoming applicants who meet its minimum standards. Admissions are coordinated through the school's admissions/Guidance offices and involve testing, interviews, and evaluation of prior records. The information below reflects the procedures described in the school's published admissions materials and policies.

Hope Christian High School provides scholarships and financial assistance through its Scholarship and Financial Assistance Office (SFAO). Eligibility requires meeting academic and conduct criteria (generally an 80% average, deportment of at least B, no disciplinary sanctions, and not already receiving other tuition assistance). Types of aid include scholarships for Children of HCHS Faculty and Staff, Multiple Children, Children of UECP Pastor/Missionary, Children of pastors affiliated with PCEC or CCOWE, and Financial Aid. Applications require a completed grant-in-aid form and supporting documents such as report cards, income documents, and utility bills; incomplete submissions are not processed.

The school uses a wait-list mechanism if a accepted slot is not confirmed. After an applicant qualifies for admission, a reservation is required within a two-week window; if the reservation fee is not paid in that timeframe, the slot is offered to another qualified applicant and the former applicant is placed on a wait-list.