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Nationalities
| Number of students |
380 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
25 |
| Most common nationality |
Filipino |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:1.5 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, Filipino, Spanish |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Teaching Tools |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Optional and Dependent on Circumstances |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Admission assessment and interview. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
After completing the admissions test, the prospective student will be required to return to CISM on another day for a sit-in. The duration of this sit-in will be the full length of the school day at that grade level applied for. The Headmaster has full discretion to waive the sit-in or to recommend a sit-in at an alternative grade level, if he deems it will be in the student's best interest. Following the admission test and sit-in, the Admission Office may arrange for an interview with parents and a panel comprising the CISM Headmaster and at least one Trustee of the Board. |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, classes begin at 7:30 a.m.
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| School finish time |
KG1: 2:15 pm
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science and Computer Laboratories, Theater Room, Dance Room, Music Room, Auditorium, Cafeteria, Clinic, |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Basketball / Volleyball / Badminton Courts |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Chinese International School Manila is a private, non-sectarian, co-educational K-12 international school devoted to delivering to its students the highest standard of education. CISM fosters the values of integrity and honesty and strive to instill a global outlook through immersion in Western and Chinese cultures and the Mandarin and English languages |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The rigorous CISM curriculum is aligned with the U.S. Common Core State Standards and prepares the graduates for acceptance in top tier colleges and universities around the world. The main language of instruction at CISM is English. All students are required to attend Mandarin language classes. Chinese culture and traditions are likewise incorporated into the curriculum. |