BSM becomes the only accredited member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) in the Philippines.

The British School Manila (BSM) recently announced that it has been awarded COBIS (Council of British International Schools) Accredited Member status, underscoring the school's unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding British international education. The leading international school is the only school in the Philippines to hold this status.

COBIS is a globally recognized organisation that promotes excellence in British international schools around the world. Becoming a COBIS Accredited Member is a prestigious acknowledgment reserved for institutions that consistently meet high standards of quality.

BSM's successful attainment of COBIS Accredited Member status is a testament to its dedication to maintaining the highest standards in all areas of operation including teaching and learning, safeguarding, governance, and community engagement.

"We are delighted to have been awarded COBIS Accredited Member status. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to providing a world-class international education that prepares our students to become global citizens who make a positive contribution to the world" said Martin van der Linde, Head of School at the British School Manila.

The COBIS accreditation not only reaffirms the quality of education at BSM but also opens up opportunities for collaboration and engagement with a global network of over 400 member schools and supporting organisations. The connection with the COBIS network will facilitate the sharing of best practices, professional development opportunities for educators, and collaborative initiatives that enhance the overall educational experience for students.

As part of the COBIS community, the British School Manila looks forward to further elevating its standards, fostering international-mindedness among students, and contributing to the global landscape of outstanding British international schools.

Bea Gabuya
The British School Manila
36th Street, University Park,
Bonifacio Global City, 1634
Taguig City, Metro Manila,
Philippines
Website: https://www.britishschoolmanila.org
+63 (2) 8860 4800

Scott Justice
The British School Manila
36th Street, University Park,
Bonifacio Global City, 1634
Taguig City, Metro Manila,
Philippines
Website: https://www.britishschoolmanila.org
+63 (2) 8860 4800

The British School Manila (BSM) is a co-educational, private, not-for-profit British international school. Founded in 1976, the school has grown from 2 classrooms and 32 students in its first year to the present day where BSM welcomes 950+ students aged 3-18, representing 50+ nationalities.

The school is a fully accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS), a founding member of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) and a member of the East Asian Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS). Teaching staff come from a range of backgrounds with experience of the British and other highly regarded curricula.

The school offers classes from Nursery to Year 13. Learn more at https://www.britishschoolmanila.org/
The school's 2022-2023 annual report is available at: https://issuu.com/britishschoolmanila/docs/annual_report_2023_wo_bleedscrops_-_final

About COBIS:
The Council of British International Schools (COBIS) is a global organization that supports, represents, and connects over 400 member schools and supporting organisations in more than 80 countries. COBIS promotes excellence in British international education, providing a platform for collaboration, professional development, and quality assurance for its member schools. Learn more at https://www.cobis.org.uk/

This release was published on openPR.