Fountain International School

Fountain International School is a non-sectarian institution that emphasizes values formation and an inclusive, diverse environment for students of all cultures and faiths. It prioritizes a close-knit community where home-school collaboration is valued, and it maintains a disciplined, positive approach to the teaching-learning process. The school aims to foster high academic standards while nurturing the intellectual and emotional growth of every student.

The school follows the Cambridge curriculum, which includes Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary (Checkpoint), IGCSE, and Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and A Levels. The academic program is enriched with higher-level objectives in Science, Math, and English, utilizing a modular approach and European and Singaporean textbooks. Faculty members are licensed professionals from diverse backgrounds, including the Philippines, the United Kingdom, Turkey, India, and the USA.

Fountain International School reports a 99% success rate in Cambridge IGCSE and A Level examinations. Graduates have gone on to attend various prestigious local and international universities, including the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila, the University of Melbourne, and the University of California. The school has also been formally commended by the Senate of the Philippines for its performance in international academic competitions.

The school provides a guidance program and maintains a clear-cut policy on behavioral expectations to encourage positive student conduct. It emphasizes a strong home-school partnership, holding regular conferences and home visitations to keep parents informed of their child's academic performance and behavior.

The admissions process involves five steps: file completion, submission of required documents, testing, notification of results, and final enrollment. Applicants must submit academic records, a certificate of good moral character, and medical records, with additional requirements for foreign students such as an Alien Certificate of Registration and a Special Study Permit. The school conducts entrance testing and interviews, after which successful applicants receive a certificate of acceptance and must settle a non-refundable reservation fee.

The school year typically commences in August and concludes in May.

The campus features state-of-the-art science laboratories and a computer laboratory. The school also maintains a newly refurbished canteen and provides an environment where class sizes are limited to a maximum of 16 to 20 students to ensure effective interaction.

The school offers a variety of clubs and organizations designed to foster creativity and resourcefulness. Students participate in subject-based activities such as exhibits, short plays, and sports festivals, as well as local and international academic competitions like the World Scholar’s Cup and the Genius Olympiad. Additionally, the curriculum includes field trips to provide learning experiences outside the classroom.