ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

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Key Facts
Some of the best results in the world
59% of our students achieved A+ or A grades at A-level, significantly higher than the 36% global average.
First-choice university destinations
Every one of our graduates is invited to attend their first-choice university, which include Imperial College London and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
Where happiness is at the heart
97% of our parents say their child is happy at our school, inspired by our holistic educational approach and warm, caring community.

DISCOVERING THE JOY OF LEARNING

At Nord Anglia International School Manila, your child will enjoy a truly holistic education that nurtures every aspect of their intellectual, emotional, and social growth.

In small class sizes, outstanding teachers stretch and support each student at the right level, in the right subjects, and at a pace that works for them.

Your child will discover the joy of learning in new ways, too, thanks to our exclusive global collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, and UNICEF. Engaged and inspired both in and beyond the classroom, our students develop into well-rounded, curious learners. They also achieve academic results that are among the very best in the world. This takes our graduates to their first-choice university in Europe, Asia, and beyond.

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EARLY YEARS
  • EARLY YEARS
  • PRIMARY
  • SECONDARY
  • SIXTH FORM

EARLY YEARS

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3 to 5 years old
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Our littlest learners play, discover, and explore in a safe and happy environment that feels like home. Expert teachers and assistants will nurture your child’s natural curiosity and creativity – and inspire a sense of wonder. They’ll ensure they hit the seven key EYFS milestones, too, which lay the foundations for lifelong personal and academic growth.
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PRIMARY

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5 to 11 years old
National Curriculum for England
Adapted from the National Curriculum for England, our primary curriculum provides a strong academic foundation, as well as a breadth of exciting learning experiences. Lessons are lively, fun, and thought-provoking, and encourage our students to be creative, think critically, and embrace new ideas. Our teachers will nurture every aspect of your child’s growth, too, preparing them for the challenges of secondary.
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SECONDARY


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11 to 16 years old
National Curriculum for England, including IGCSEs
Enriching, engaging, and academically rigorous, our secondary curriculum prepares our students for the challenge of IGCSE exams. Specialist subject teachers unlock our students’ potential, helping to shape their future direction as they focus on their chosen subjects. A range of exceptional experiences and extra-curricular activities complement classroom learning and nurture holistic development.
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SIXTH FORM

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16 to 18 years old
A-levels
Our A-level curriculum offers a broad range of subjects, exceptional creative, sporting, service, and leadership experiences, and the highest quality teaching. Your child will also receive the personalised support they need to flourish, ensuring they excel academically and grow as a person. This holistic approach will take them wherever they want to go in life – including the world’s best universities.
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  • Early Years
  • Primary
  • SECONDARY
  • SIXTH FORM

EARLY YEARS

Age range
2-5
Nationalities
30
Average class size
10
Teacher-student ratio
1:12

Primary

Age range
5-11
Nationalities
30
Average class size
18
Teacher-student ratio
1:12

SECONDARY

Age range
11-16
Nationalities
30
Average class size
14
Teacher-student ratio
1:24

SIXTH FORM

Age range
16-18
NationalitIes
30
Average class size
11
Teacher-student ratio
1:24
primary
  • EARLY YEARS
  • PRIMARY
  • SECONDARY
  • SIXTH FORM

A TYPICAL DAY AT NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MANILA

Every day is packed with experiences that empower young minds and unlock the joy of learning. That’s thanks to our innovative teachers, unique global collaborations, and breadth of enrichment activities.

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Green fingers

Our youngest children love exploring! From building sandcastles and scouring for minibeasts to making a den with friends, our early years garden is the perfect place for an adventure. 

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GREEN FINGERS
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Learning is always fun

It’s time to count, listen, and learn. Using fun themes, games, and resources, our early years experts deliver snappy core subject sessions that introduce the fundamentals of English, maths, and engaging communication.

LEARNING IS ALWAYS FUN
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Food for thought

Lunchtime is always a fun part of the day! Our chefs whip up tasty, nutritious meals, which your child will enjoy with friends in our cosy cafeteria. Eating a balanced diet gives our learners the energy they need to play and explore, too.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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Moving and grooving

Whether it’s learning a new song or dance, playing a tune on the keyboard, or running, jumping, or swimming in our outdoor spaces, specialist music and PE lessons encourage collaboration and cognitive development.

MOVING AND GROOVING
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Purposeful play

Every day is packed with purposeful play. Our children create and craft in our construction zone, sing, dance, and dress-up in our role play area, and paint and draw in our arts corner.

PURPOSEFUL PLAY

A TYPICAL DAY AT NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MANILA

Every day is packed with experiences that unlock the joy of learning. That’s thanks to our innovative teachers, unique global collaborations, and breadth of enrichment activities.

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Mastering maths and English

It’s time to master maths and embrace English! Our comprehensive reading, writing and phonics programme is personalised to each child’s needs, while our ‘mastery’ approach hones crucial maths reasoning and problem-solving skills.

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Moments of wonder

Our STEAM lessons are full of thrilling discoveries. Hands-on projects inspire exploration and critical thinking, getting young minds ticking and embedding a love of science, technology, and engineering.

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Fuel for learning

Unsurprisingly, lunch is a highlight of our students’ day! Nutritious meals are served in our modern cafeteria, where children choose their own food and talk about the morning’s learnings with friends.

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Creative classes

It’s time to get creative. Your child can learn an instrument, star on the stage, or work on a dance routine. Our collaboration with The Juilliard School opens up a world of artistic opportunities.

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Igniting new passions

From football and ice-skating to Lego robotics and comics, our extra-curricular clubs offer something for everyone. There are plenty of opportunities to try something new, too.

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A TYPICAL DAY AT NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MANILA

Every day is packed with experiences that unlock the joy of learning. That’s thanks to our innovative teachers, unique global collaborations, and breadth of enrichment activities.

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In the House
Collaborating, competing, and taking on challenges alongside House mates of all ages, House time is an energising and enlivening way for our secondary students to kickstart each morning.
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Specialist subjects

It’s a critical time in your child’s education, which is why we personalise academic learning around big questions and themed projects. From English and maths to science and geography, every lesson throws up new challenges.

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Solving the puzzle

Can you solve a real-world challenge set by a university professor? Your child will develop a breadth of 21st century skills as they seek to find the answers to questions posed by MIT’s STEAM specialists.

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Creative collaborations

Our unique global collaboration with The Juilliard School adds an immersive dimension to our students’ education. Your child will learn from the very best artists, performers, instrumentalists, who’ll inspire them to fulfil their creative potential.

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Purposeful passions

As well as outstanding sporting and creative activities, your child will focus on the issues facing our planet – and make a real difference – through exclusive enrichment opportunities inspired by our UNICEF collaboration.

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A TYPICAL DAY AT NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MANILA

Every day is packed with experiences that unlock the joy of learning. That’s thanks to our innovative teachers, unique global collaborations, and breadth of enrichment activities.

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Starting the day right

House time is a great way for our sixth formers to start each day. Collaborating with friends or taking the time for quiet self-study, our students get a head start on their coursework and exam prep.

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Personalised pathways

Every A-level student’s day is different. Why? Because each young person shapes their own academic path to success. For our geography students that means analysing weather patterns; for our scientists, exploring genetics and ecosystems.

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Global citizens

Through our collaboration with UNICEF, challenges on our Global Campus platform, and life-changing community service activities, your child will blossom into an open-minded, resilient, and reflective global citizen.

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A bright future

Our specialist staff and pastoral care team make sure our sixth formers are ready for the next stage in their education. They’ll help your child make the big decisions, like which university course to study, by providing the guidance they’ll need.

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Enriching activities

The exceptional learning experiences don’t stop when lessons end! A range of extra-curricular activities give our oldest students the opportunity to do what they love – and provide extra time to study.

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HOW WE TEACH

sparking greatness within every child

Our teachers will look after every aspect of your child’s growth, providing the care, inspiration, and outstanding academic instruction they need to thrive.

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OUR STATS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

100%
of our 2022 graduates were accepted by their first-choice university.
97%
of parents feel their child is taught by an exceptional teacher.
50%
of our IGCSE class of 2022 achieved A+ or A grades, significantly above the world average of 29%.
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MEET OUR ALUMNI

As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, our growing community of graduates has links with an alumni network that spans the globe.

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Lia Jorge
Class of 2022

"My teachers were my number one cheerleaders and challengers. They empowered me to become the very best version of myself, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything they did for me."

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Sofia Cabangon
Class of 2022

"The school encouraged me to push myself and pursue new experiences. I felt confident doing this because I was part of such a supportive community."

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Patrick Fernandez
Class of 2022
"I’m so grateful to my teachers, who helped me flourish as a musician. They provided the support I needed to follow my passion, as well as the specialist teaching I needed to excel."
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AN EMPOWERING AND TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION

At Nord Anglia International School Manila, learning is for everyone. Our expert Learning Support Department creates bespoke programmes for students who have additional educational needs. And if your child needs extra help to improve their English skills, our dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme will quickly get them up to speed.

LEARNING SUPPORT
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LANGUAGE LEARNING

Our school is an international community that is home to children, parents, and teachers from more than 30 countries. Here, we believe that learning a language is a vital part of our students’ development, contributing to their personal and academic growth, broadening perspectives, and enhancing future prospects.

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UNIQUE GLOBAL EXPERIENCES

Your child will love learning at Nord Anglia International School Manila, where they’ll immerse themselves in life-changing trips, exclusive global collaborations, and a myriad of creative, sporting, and academic activities.

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