Philippines, Manila
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Step 1: Document submission and initial preparation. Submit the completed admission requirements and the necessary forms, including the Registration Form (and the Special Education Registration Form if applicable), the Health Form, two passport-sized photos, the transcript of records (in English), and the child's NSO birth certificate or passport for foreign nationals or dual citizens. For students with learning disabilities or special education needs, provide the latest developmental report and any related reports. The Admissions Office may request additional information at any time, and a scheduled assessment will not occur until all documents are received.
Step 2: Parent interview and program overview. An appointment is required for a Parent Interview with the Admissions Officer/Board; during this meeting, the program, admission requirements, the school facilities tour, and the fees will be discussed. Parents should come prepared to discuss their child's needs and how Reach International School's approach aligns with their goals. This step reflects the school's policy of careful, deliberate consideration for each applicant.
Step 3: Assessment testing. All applicants must take a mandatory assessment test; the results determine acceptability. The assessment test fee is Php 6,000.00, and the results are released within 5 working days. The assessment is conducted online via Microsoft Teams.
Step 4: Admission decision and conditions. Reach International School reserves the right to request any additional information before a decision is made. Providing false or incomplete information may result in denial of admission or revocation of enrollment. The final decision on admission, continued enrollment, reenrollment, or withdrawal rests solely with the School Director.
Step 5: Fees, orientation, and scheduling. After admission, families receive information about the program's fees during the interview and registration process, and must complete payment of fees. A Parent Orientation and a Student Orientation are provided as part of enrollment. The school year runs from June to March, with activities and schedules outlined in the school calendar.
Step 6: Start of the school year. The school year typically starts in June and ends in March; students begin according to the assigned grade level and the established calendar. Orientation outcomes prepare students for the academic year.
The admissions information does not publish a waitlist or pool system. Admissions decisions are based on the mandatory assessment results and the review of required documents; the final decision rests with the School Director. The process requires parent interview, document submission, and an assessment before a decision is made.
The school offers financial aid opportunities to deserving and qualified students. Applications for financial aid are processed through the Admissions Office. Please send a letter of application to admissions@reachinternationalschool.edu.ph. The admissions page does not specify scholarship amounts or criteria beyond the need for a letter of application.
Reach International School (RIS) offers Preschool through Senior High School (Levels 1–12) in a modern, inclusive learning community. The General Education Program combines the Singaporean Curriculum for English, Mathematics, and Science with the Philippines K-12 framework for other core subjects, and the Common Core State Standards for Social Studies. RIS provides a dedicated Special Education Program, including a Gifted Program (Modified Education Program and LEAP) and an Inclusion Program to support diverse learners. Language programs include English as a Second Language (ESL) and a Special Filipino Language Program, along with an Oral Communication Program. After-school interventions cover reading and math, and there are Music and Art offerings as part of Extra-Curricular Programs. Learning modalities include Face-to-Face, Online, and Hybrid, supported by a Learning Continuity Plan. Facilities include a Science Laboratory, Library, Cafeteria, Music Room, Guidance Room, Clinic, Vocational Education Room, Computer Laboratory, and Art Room. The campus is located on Sacred Heart Street in San Antonio Village, Makati City.