Dear Students, Parents, Families, and the Entire IAM Community,

 

Welcome to International Academy Manila (IAM)—where learning is a journey of faith, purpose, and possibility.

 

At IAM, we believe that true education begins with Faith in God, and it is through His guidance that we shape hearts, inspire minds, and nurture lives. We are more than a school—we are a community united by values, vision, and a shared commitment to the future.

 

Here, the classroom is not confined to four walls. Our entire school environment—whether physical, digital, or home-based—is a classroom of life, where every experience is an opportunity to grow, lead, and become. Through our progressive education model, we cultivate curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Our approach is aligned with international standards, ensuring that each child is equipped for success not just locally, but globally.

 

In a world shaped by rapid innovation, we integrate media and technology into digital learning to build students’ digital literacy, creativity, and communication skills. From virtual classrooms to interactive platforms, we equip learners with the tools and confidence to navigate and shape the future.

 

We celebrate the uniqueness of every student. Our student-centered philosophy honors each learner’s pace, interests, and abilities. Through our homeschool education pathways, we offer flexibility, freedom, and personalized support, allowing families to take an active role in shaping meaningful learning experiences.

 

Parents and families are our co-educators. We believe that education thrives when there is strong partnership, open communication, and shared responsibility between home and school. Together, we model values, nurture resilience, and build character.

 

Students are not just recipients of knowledge—they are collaborators in their own growth. At IAM, learners are empowered to take ownership of their journey, to discover their unique strengths, and to develop the life skills and soft skills—such as empathy, adaptability, leadership, and teamwork—that prepare them to be forward-thinkers and leaders in an ever-changing world.

 

To strengthen our mission, IAM also offers Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that keep our educators, staff, and even parents equipped with evolving educational practices and global innovations. Lifelong learning is not only a value we teach—it is a value we live.

We are a community of inclusion, compassion, and purpose. We welcome every child and every family, knowing that diversity strengthens us, and shared values unite us.

 

This year and beyond, let us grow together—in knowledge, in faith, in leadership, and in love.

Welcome to IAM—where learning is life, and where each day brings us closer to the best we are meant to be.

 

 

With faith and excitement,

 

 

Dr. Yuan V. Santiago

President