Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
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IPSJ Jeddah is marketed as 'The Champion School' and is described as an early learning academy focused on social-emotional development. The program emphasizes safe, supported, engaged and values-oriented growth as part of a broader SEL approach.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including the kinds of SEN it can support or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provisions.
Mental wellbeing is supported through the SEL-focused program, with emphasis on safe, supported, engaged and values-oriented development.
Safeguarding and child protection policies are not publicly disclosed.
The International Philippine School in Jeddah (IPSJ) is a historic institution serving the Filipino expatriate community in Saudi Arabia for over four decades. Established to provide continuity of education for Filipino nationals, the school follows the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (K-12) curriculum of the Philippines, ensuring seamless reintegration for students returning home. The campus in the Mishrifah District features dedicated facilities for its distinctive programs, including science laboratories for STEM-focused learning and creative spaces for its vibrant performing arts clubs, such as dance and drama. IPSJ is particularly noted for its strong emphasis on cultural preservation and community values, maintaining a bilingual environment where both English and Filipino are central to daily instruction. As the first Philippine international school founded by the Department of Foreign Affairs, it stands as a central pillar for academic and cultural connection in Jeddah.