FAQs for Incoming K12 Students – Southville International School and Colleges

FAQs for Incoming K12 Students


  1. Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) offers a rigorous and future-ready K–12 curriculum that prepares students to thrive in top universities in the Philippines and abroad. The program combines the strengths of internationally recognized frameworks to ensure students develop academic excellence, critical thinking, and real-world skills.

SISC K–12 uses a blend of the Common Core and British curricula as its international-based foundation. Upon reaching Senior High School, students may choose between two pathways:

  1. Senior High School (SHS) Academic Tracks – continuing the school’s international standards through the integration of the Common Core and British curricula.
  2. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – a globally recognized pre-university program designed to develop critical thinking, research, and academic rigor.

This strong academic foundation is further enriched with SISC’s very own Portfolio Assessment for Southville Students (P.A.S.S.) Research in Grade 6 and Grade 12 equips learners with advanced research and presentation skills.

Beyond academics, the curriculum emphasizes financial literacy and an entrepreneurial mindset, empowering Monarchs to become globally competitive, innovative, and adaptable leaders of the future.

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Yes, classes at all levels of SISC are taught primarily in English. As an internationally-accredited institution, the school uses English as its main medium of instruction to prepare students for a globally-competitive environment.

Yes, SISC accepts transferees from other schools, provided they meet the school’s admission criteria. The application process typically requires submission of academic records (report card from the previous school), a clear photocopy of the birth certificate, and an accomplished application form. Applicants are also subject to a diagnostic or placement test and an interview.

Pre School- 3 to 4 hours

Grades 1 and 6- 5 to 6 hours

Grades 7  up- 6 to 7 hours

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Sports, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Debate, and Leadership Programs
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  • Yes, SISC accepts Senior High School Vouchers. Grade 10 completers from DepEd public JHS are automatically qualified, while Grade 10 completers who are ESC grantees must present a copy of their certificate to the Accounting Office for validation.

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  1. Flexible Learning and Student Support at SISC. SISC offers flexible learning modes to meet the diverse needs of students—whether through face-to-face, online, asynchronous, or blended learning. To further support student success, the school provides a wide range of programs and services, including:
  • After-School Programs to strengthen academic performance
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for non-English speakers
  • Extended class accommodations tailored for students with exceptional needs

These programs reflect SISC’s commitment to ensuring that every student receives the guidance, opportunities, and support they need to reach their full potential. For more information and inquiries visit www.southville.edu.ph

  1. SISC has sports facilities, gymnasiums, football field, Science laboratories, Finance Laboratory, computer labs, Home Economics Room, libraries, multi purpose halls, mini theater, etc.

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  1. Yes, SISC has an accredited outsourced school bus provider to ensure safe and reliable transportation for students.

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Mandarin, Spanish, and French. For more information and inquirie,s visit www.southville.edu.ph

At SISC, the safety and well-being of students are a top priority. The school ensures this through multiple layers of protection and care, including:

  • Strict security protocols at all entry and exit points, with trained guards and ID systems in place.
  • Child Protection Officers (CPOs) and trained staff are available to address any child protection or safeguarding concerns.
  • Emergency preparedness measures, such as regular fire and earthquake drills, are used to equip students and staff in case of emergencies.
  • Health and wellness monitoring, including on-campus medical services and coordination with parents for student health needs.
  • School bus accreditation ensures that only accredited transportation providers are allowed for student travel.
  • Clear policies on discipline, bullying prevention, and online safety foster a safe and respectful learning environment.

Through these measures, SISC creates a secure, supportive, and caring community where students can focus on learning and personal growth. For more information and inquiries, visit www.southville.edu.ph

Yes. SISC provides a wide range of international opportunities for qualified K–12 students. These include participation in academic and sports competitions abroad, representing the school in Model United Nations (MUN) conferences both locally and overseas, and joining immersion programs where students visit partner schools abroad to broaden their global perspective and cultural understanding. 

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The grading system of SISC follows:

Letter Grades

      Numerical Bracket Equivalent

Absolute Value

VS (Very Superior) 96%-100% 3.600 – 4.000
S (Superior) 91%-95% 3.100 – 3.599
AA (Above Average) 86%-90% 2.600 – 3.099
A (Average) 80%-85% 2.100 – 2.599
LA (Low Average) 75%-79% 1.600 – 2.099
P (Poor) 70%-74% 1.100 – 1.599

Only the letter grades (highlighted above) appear in the report card of the student. The absolute value is used in computing the Grade Weighted Average (GWA) of the student.

Tuition fee varies. Please email pr@southville.edu.ph for details.

  1. SISC prepares its Senior High School students for success in higher education through a wide range of academic tracks—STEM, ABM, HUMSS, General Academic, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Each track is designed to align with students’ strengths and aspirations, while ensuring they are fully prepared for admission to top universities both in the Philippines and abroad.

A key feature of SISC’s Senior High School program is its strong research curriculum, which develops advanced critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. Beyond academics, students also undergo training in the Emotional Quotient (EQ) and Achievers Core Program, where they are taught to be gritty, resilient, and self-efficacious—qualities that help them thrive not only in college but also in life. Together, these programs provide SISC graduates with the academic excellence, emotional strength, and life skills needed to excel in diverse and competitive environments.

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  1. At SISC, we believe that parents are our valued partners in education. From the very beginning, parents are oriented on the school’s mission, vision, and thrusts, ensuring full cooperation in achieving what is best for their children.

To foster collaboration, parents are actively engaged through Coffee Chats, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and school activities that promote parent-child bonding. They are also encouraged to share suggestions on enhancing the curriculum, instruction, and assessments, as well as to volunteer their time and expertise in various programs that support student growth and development.

Through these avenues, SISC creates a strong home-school partnership where parents play a vital role in nurturing the academic success, character formation, and holistic development of their children.

  1. SISC’s K–12 program stands out because it offers a globally competitive, holistic, and future-ready education. Unlike traditional programs, SISC combines the strengths of internationally recognized curricula—Common Core, British, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme—with its own innovations such as the Portfolio Assessment for Southville Students (P.A.S.S.) Research in Grades 6 and 12. This ensures students develop advanced skills in research, critical thinking, and communication from an early age.

Beyond academics, the program emphasizes financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and 21st-century skills, equipping students to thrive in top universities in the Philippines and abroad. Through the Emotional Quotient (EQ) and Achievers Core Program, students are also trained to be gritty, resilient, and self-efficacious, ensuring they are not only academically competent but also emotionally strong and adaptable.

With its blend of rigorous academics, personal growth programs, and global opportunities, SISC’s K–12 program prepares Monarchs to succeed in higher education and in life.