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Singapore School Manila

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Singapore School Philippines
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Singapore Curriculum
Taught languages English, Filipino
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

Singapore School Manila is a private international school based at Paseo de Magallanes, Makati City, Philippines, and is presented on the group site as an IB World School authorised by the International Baccalaureate, an accredited Cambridge school and recognised by the Department of Education. The school follows a three‑stage academic ladder: the Singapore curriculum in preschool, primary and lower secondary, Cambridge IGCSE in higher secondary, and Cambridge AS/A Levels or the IB Diploma at pre‑university; it admits children from age 3 through pre‑university (files on admissions map entry ages to levels). English is published as the medium of instruction and the school runs an English as a Second Language programme for non‑native speakers; the school also publishes an IB language policy among its IB documents. Published programme features include small class sizes, a no‑homework policy up to Secondary 2 with homework introduced for IGCSE/AS/A/IB levels, designated “special time” in the timetable for classwork, after‑school activities, and the school describes its facilities as clean and child‑safe with security cameras.

This campus is part of Singapore School Philippines

G2P9+P6X, San Antonio, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines

The Essentials

Singapore School Manila has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Singapore School Manila is located in Aseana City, Paranaque, Metro Manila. It is part of the Singapore Schools Philippines network which operates multiple international campuses in the region. For on-site visits, the address is Paseo de Magallanes, Makati City, Philippines.

Stages
Preschool to Lower Secondary; Cambridge IGCSE is offered for upper secondary; Cambridge AS/A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) are available for pre-university studies.

Type
The school is co-educational and offers boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
Details of Additional Learning Needs (SEN) support are not published publicly on official materials.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with the Philippines as part of the Singapore Schools Philippines network.

Religious affiliation
Not stated; no explicit religious affiliation is listed.

School day structure
Class hours vary by level.

Bus service
A school bus service is available.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required from Mondays to Thursdays; casual wear is allowed on Fridays. Color details and purchasing information are not specified.
Fees
Application and testing fee
- Application and testing (processing) fee: PHP 7,500.

One‑time fees and deposits (payable on acceptance)
- School Development Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): PHP 135,000 (SSM).
- Slot Reservation / Enrollment Deposit (deductible from tuition upon enrolment): PHP 50,000.
- School Deposit (one‑time; refundable without interest when the student graduates or withdraws): PHP 50,000.

Tuition fees by year group (SSM)
- The school does not publish a public, campus‑wide tuition table for Singapore School Manila; tuition, materials and examination fees for SSM are stated to be available only on request. No per‑year / per‑term tuition schedule for the Manila campus is publicly posted.

- For context only (affiliated campuses): Singapore School Green Campus and Singapore School Clark publish full yearly and trimestral tuition schedules and materials fees; those published examples show a structure with yearly tuition by level and an option to pay in three terms (trimestral) or full‑year payments with discounts, and separate materials fees that cover books, uniforms and some activities. These affiliated campus schedules are not the SSM (Aseana City) published tuition but illustrate the group's typical fee structure: Preschool through Upper Secondary yearly tuition figures and trimestral instalments are listed in the Green Campus and Clark brochures.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is organised in three terms each year; the school publishes enrolment and term start dates for upcoming school years (three terms with term tests, short term breaks and Parent‑Teacher Conferences as scheduled). Specific term start and break dates are published in the school calendar.
- On acceptance the School Development Fee and Reservation/Enrollment Fee must be settled. The Slot Reservation / Enrollment Deposit is deducted from tuition when the student is enrolled. The School Development Fee is one‑time and non‑refundable. The School Deposit is refundable without interest on graduation or withdrawal.
- Some group campuses operate with the following commercial terms (examples from affiliate campus brochures): full‑payment discounts (e.g., 10% off tuition for full‑year payment) and a smaller discount for trimestral payments (e.g., 5% on tuition); late payment penalties (example: PHP 5,000 per month shown in an affiliate campus brochure); materials fees are required to be paid in full before the start of class. These terms are published for affiliated campuses and reflect typical payment practices within the school group, but the exact SSM (Manila) billing discounts, late penalties, and instalment discounts are not publicly listed for the Manila campus.

Boarding fees
- The school is listed in international directories and the IB profile as having boarding facilities; however, no public boarding fee schedule for Singapore School Manila was found. Published boarding fees (per term or per year) are not available in the public sources located.

Other costs and typical inclusions
- Materials / curriculum / examination fees: these are treated separately from tuition and are stated as “available upon request” for the Manila campus. Affiliate campus materials fees (where published) are itemised in two components: a USD component (for some international materials/exam charges) and a PHP component (local materials), and are described as covering books, school materials, uniforms, field trips and selected activities. These affiliate‑campus material charges may provide an indication of likely additional costs but are not a substitute for SSM Manila's own published figures (which are not publicly posted).
- Uniform costs are normally included in the materials fee in the group's published brochures for affiliated campuses. Exact uniform pricing for Singapore School Manila is not publicly posted.

Refund information
- The schools (SSM, SSCL and SSMGC) are stated to operate a NO‑REFUND POLICY for certain fees; separately, the School Deposit is explicitly described as refundable without interest when a student graduates or withdraws. The School Development Fee is defined as one‑time and non‑refundable. These two statements coexist in the published admissions material for the school group.

Fee payment options
- Published payment channels for affiliate campuses typically require bank payment or cheque to the school's bank accounts; cash payments are discouraged and a “no cash” policy is indicated in some campus brochures. Credit card acceptance is not publicly specified in the materials reviewed for the Manila campus; the group's campus brochures emphasise bank transfers/cheques as standard. Exact accepted payment methods for SSM Manila (including any credit card or online payment options) are not posted in the public documents located.
Academics

Singapore School Manila teaches IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Singapore Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Singapore School Manila follows the Singapore curriculum for Preschool (Nursery–K2), Primary (Grades 1–6), and Lower Secondary (Grades 7–8); Upper Secondary (Grades 9–10) uses a two-year Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) programme. Pre-University (Grades 11–12) offers Cambridge International AS/A Levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The school is an IB World School and is authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization and is an accredited Cambridge school recognized by the Department of Education Philippines. The medium of instruction is English, and Mandarin is offered as a language option within the IB Diploma Programme. No homework is assigned up to Secondary 2 to promote family time; for IGCSE and AS/A Levels, homework is used to prepare students for university.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Singapore School Manila supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a Positive Discipline approach that teaches students to be responsible, respectful and resourceful within the school community. This discipline framework is described as Discipline: The Positive Approach, which emphasizes consistent expectations and respectful interactions. The IB World School framework further reinforces SEL via the IB Learner Profile, including the Balanced attribute that covers physical, intellectual and emotional well-being. Student testimonials highlight the role of teachers and staff in providing support and opportunities to lead and participate in activities, illustrating SEL in action within the school community. Overall, SEL is embedded in the school's discipline policy and its IB-based learner development approach.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN), including which kinds of SEN it can support, what provision exists, or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. Public pages do not present a dedicated SEN policy or identified SEN staff and initiatives for Singapore School Manila. The available materials describe general learner development and discipline within an IB framework but do not specify SEN supports. No explicit SEN services are listed on the public site for the Manila campus. The absence of published SEN details means SEN information is not publicly disclosed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Singapore School Manila offers an ESL (English as a Second Language) programme designed to help non-native English speakers learn or improve proficiency. The program targets four language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing, with an emphasis on English grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation to support real-life communication. The ESL programme is split into two components: Intensive ESL Course (ten months, three hours daily, five days a week) and English Language Accelerator Course (three months). In addition to classroom instruction, ESL includes social activities, conversation clubs, and community service projects to practice English beyond the classroom. This demonstrates explicit English language support available at Singapore School Manila.

Mental Wellbeing
The Mental Wellbeing of students is supported through the IB learner profile's emphasis on balance, which highlights the importance of physical, intellectual and emotional well-being. The Balanced attribute explicitly calls for maintaining well-being for oneself and others. The Positive Discipline approach also contributes to mental well-being by promoting respectful interactions and personal responsibility within a supportive environment. Testimonials describe a caring staff and opportunities for leadership that foster students' confidence and social-emotional growth. Taken together, these elements indicate an integrated,Holistic approach to student well-being within the school's ethos.
Parent Experience

History
Singapore School Manila originated as Singapore International School Manila and is part of the Singapore Schools Philippines network. The Manila campus is located in Aseana City, Parañaque, Metro Manila. The Singapore Schools Philippines group has been active for about 19 years in the education industry as of 2025, indicating the Manila campus began in the mid-2000s. Singapore School Manila is an IB World School recognized by the Department of Education Philippines, accredited by Cambridge, and authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization. The network delivers the Singapore curriculum from preschool to lower secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE for higher secondary and Cambridge AS/A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme for pre-university.

Community
The Singapore Schools Philippines community at Manila includes students and families from multiple nationalities. The school offers after-school activities such as Music, Performing Arts, Debate, and Sports. Public recognition of SSM Manila's approach to developing globally minded students has been covered by media, including South China Morning Post articles in 2017 and 2019. The school has notable alumni achievements and awards, including a Champion Award in the Young Mayor's Competition in 2015.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
Singapore School Manila is an IB World school. It is recognised by the Department of Education Philippines. It is an accredited Cambridge school. It is authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization. The school is located in Aseana City, Paranaque, Metro Manila.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include debating and politics. Through the IB Programme, students have opportunities to lead and develop their voice. Student-athletes balance academics with athletic commitments.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Singapore School Manila is an IB World School, emphasizing inquiry-based, internationally minded learning. The IB Programme supports depth of study and cross-disciplinary inquiry and is recognized by the International Baccalaureate Organization. A student testimonial notes that participation in the IB Programme and academic enrichment activities such as debating and politics helps students develop their voice and critical thinking.

Social & Hobbies
Student life includes extracurricular activities beyond academics. Testimonials highlight activities such as debating and politics as ways for students to develop their voice and confidence. These experiences align with the IB focus on inquiry, discourse, and global perspectives.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership opportunities are available through school activities; testimonials describe opportunities to lead and to develop voice and confidence.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school emphasizes wellbeing through a sport-focused program; testimonials refer to being a student-athlete and balancing academics with athletics. The school has received recognition for its sports program, including the Outstanding Sports Programme award in 2014.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Mandarin AB, Chinese B, and Chinese A Language and Literature (LAL) are offered as IB language courses; Spanish AB is also offered as an additional language option. These language offerings are part of the IB Diploma Programme. The school does not specify whether language classes are compulsory or optional or any language-support provisions for non-native English speakers.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB World School status since 2016, authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer IB programmes; Department of Education Philippines recognition, confirming official regulatory status to operate as a Philippine school; Cambridge International Education accreditation, indicating alignment with Cambridge curricula and assessment frameworks; Singapore School Manila Green Campus recognized as an educational institution of international character under Republic Act No. 12265 (approval dated September 5, 2025), granting prerogatives to support its development and growth.
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