Welcome to Cebu International School
I’m delighted to welcome you to Cebu International School (CIS). 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.
We believe CIS is a truly special place, and we warmly invite you to visit and discover what makes us unique:
A Nurturing Community
We are a small, diverse, and genuinely welcoming community. We know each of our students personally and are dedicated to helping every individual reach their fullest potential. Our small class sizes, combined with our qualified, experienced, and caring faculty, create a truly supportive environment for exploration and growth.
Globally-Recognized IB Education
As a three-programme IB World School, we offer a globally-recognized curriculum that prepares students for our interconnected and fast-changing world. From early childhood through graduation, we empower students to find their own voice and develop rigorous, creative, and independent thinking. This education provides a pathway to acceptance into the finest universities and colleges worldwide, equipping our graduates with vital intercultural skills to thrive.
Future-Focused Learning
We are a future-focused school, actively considering the knowledge, skills, and mindsets our students will need to succeed beyond school. This year, our CIS Board, parents, students, faculty, and staff will engage in a community-wide discussion to reflect on the school’s current strengths and collaboratively determine our priorities for the future.
Exceptional Campus and Facilities
Our community enjoys a spacious, green, purpose-built campus nestled in a cooler location within the northwest suburbs of Cebu City. Among our many modern facilities, we offer a full-service 40-student Student Residence situated inside our walled, 24-hour guarded campus. This world-class boarding facility provides a flexible, safe “home away from home” option for local, regional, and international families.
Dual International Accreditation
We are the only school in this region of the Philippines to be internationally accredited by both the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). We also undergo regular IB re-authorization visits to ensure our programmes consistently meet and exceed global standards.
We warmly invite you to contact our Admissions Department for more information or to schedule a visit by clicking this link. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Peter Welch
Superintendent of CIS