Chinese International School Manila

Chinese International School Manila (CISM) is a private, non-sectarian K-12 school located in the McKinley Hill development of Taguig. Founded in 2007, the school provides an international education that blends Western and Eastern values. Although 'Chinese' is in the name, the primary language of instruction is English, with Mandarin taught daily as a mandatory second language from Preschool through High School.

CISM is an authorized IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme for its senior students. The lower and middle school curriculum is based on international standards (including US Common Core for math and language arts). The school aims to produce graduates who are not only academically proficient but also culturally literate and bilingual, catering to the needs of the modern global economy.

The campus is modern and compact, featuring integrated technology in classrooms, a multi-purpose gymnasium, and specialized rooms for art and music. CISM is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Key Information

Curriculum
IB (DP) American
International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • Diploma Programme (DP) Ages 16–19
American Curriculum
Language English, Mandarin
Age Range 2 - 18 years
Boarding Day only
School Calendar Northern Hemisphere
Established 2007