We are diverse and dynamic, and our students have the highest aspirations for their education and future lives.

Integrity. Service. Merit.

98%

of IB Candidates received the full diploma in 2025

2465

students from Preschool to Grade 12

91

countries represented at ISM

“ At ISM we care about building a vibrant learning community where all students are challenged and engaged. ”

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Our Mission and Core Values

One School

Three places to learn

Elementary School

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Middle School

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Three places to learn

The educational experience at ISM places the learner at the center of everything we do

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Why ISM...

We are Balanced

To behave in a way that is balanced, students make decisions based on their interests and needs and reflect on how to contribute to their overall well-being.

We are Caring

To behave in a way that is caring, students listen to others, think interdependently, and appreciate the ideas and emotions of others as well as their own.

We are Curious

To behave in a way that is curious, students ask questions, investigate concepts and explore phenomena to enhance learning.

We are Ethical

To behave in a way that is ethical, students consider the moral implications of choices made and actions taken, remain open-minded, and are true to their word.

We are Persevering

To behave in a way that is persevering, students learn from mistakes, attempt new strategies, and anticipate obstacles.

We are Responsible

To behave in a way that is responsible, students strive for accuracy and precision when completing a task, take ownership for their actions and follow through with their commitments.

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Purpose-built, State-of-the-art Campus

On a seven-hectare site located in the new Global City development at Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila.

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Growing Up Through the Years

Established in 1920, International School Manila (ISM) is the oldest international school in Manila and the first to offer the IB Diploma program in Asia.

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School Stories

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Community

ISM Service Learning Program Receives ASEAN School Awards Recognition

For decades, service learning has been an integral part of the educational…

Community

ISM Recognized as a Unified Champion School by Special Olympics Pilipinas

On May 5, 2026, International School Manila was recognized as a 2026…

Community

More Than Years: ISM Celebrates Four Decades of Service from Aida Chico and Myrna Perez

This school year, ISM honored both Aida Chico and Myrna Perez for their…

Alumni

A Homecoming in More Ways than One: ISM Opens Newly Revamped Alumni Lounge

The spirit of legacy and community was in full bloom as International…

Community

A Pawsitive Presence: Meet Marimar, ISM’s Therapy Dog

International School Manila (ISM) recently welcomed a new campus…

Sustainability

ISM Students Win Global Environmental Sustainability Competition for Kultibado, a Food Waste Web App

Two Grade 11 students, Hailey Yap and Yume Yorita, are making waves in the…

Academic

Soaring through the Years: ISM’s Middle School Circus Arts Program

The Middle School (MS) Circus Arts Program at International School Manila…

Sustainability

Cultivating the Green Spirit at IS: Sustaining and Safeguarding Our Environment

IS was featured in the International Admissions Bulletin (IAB) for our…

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