It is our privilege to welcome you to Cebu International School (CIS), an IB World School located in the lush green suburbs of Cebu City.
Established in 1924, we recently celebrated our centennial, marking a century of excellence in education. We are proud to be the most highly-regarded international school in this region of the Philippines, and the first in the country to offer all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes.
Description
Est. 1924
IB Continuum School — PYP, MYP, DP
Preschool to Grade 12 (ages 3-18)
🌎 International School with 26 nationalities
📍 Cebu City, Philippines
Day school tuition$9750 - $24970 USD
Grades for day schoolPre-K/Reception - 12th Grade/Year 13
Scholarships AvailableYes
Number of Students240
Year founded1924
Boarding school tuition$11600 - $12500 USD
Grades for boarding school6th Grade/Year 7 - 12th Grade/Year 13
CurriculaIB Diploma, IB Middle Years, IB Primary Years
TypeCo-ed
Accreditations
IB Continuum School
Council of International School (CIS)
Western Accreditation of Schools & Colleges (WASC)
Scholarships
CIS offers these scholarships:
The Student Excellence Scholarship (full tuition) is open to Filipino students who show strong potential, a positive attitude toward learning, and readiness to thrive in the CIS environment. This scholarship is designed to support students who may not have the financial means to join our community.
A limited amount of Financial Aid is also available to support families in making a CIS education possible. Each application is thoughtfully reviewed by our Financial Aid Committee before the start of the school year, taking into account the family’s circumstances and and the level of support they may need.
Curricula
Cebu International School offers a comprehensive International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum, providing a well-rounded and student-centered learning experience from early years through Grade 12. The curriculum is inquiry-based and designed to develop critical thinking, creativity, and a strong sense of global awareness.
Learning at CIS goes beyond academics, with a strong emphasis on character development, intercultural understanding, and real-world application. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning, collaborate with others, and engage in meaningful experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
English is the language of instruction, with additional language learning opportunities that support multilingualism and cultural appreciation.
Admissions Information
Admissions Process
Students can join after the academic year beginsYes
