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Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Harvest Christian School International (HCSI) is a non-stock, non-profit Christian mission school in Cebu, Philippines, founded in June 1997. The school offers K-12 basic education programs with both in-campus face-to-face learning and homeschooling/distance learning options. Additional programs include TESOL/TEFL certification, ESL courses, and Business and Entrepreneurship courses. HCSI is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) based in Colorado, USA. The school is led by School Director Pastor Arturo N. Tangal, CPA.
24-B Tres Borces Padres St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines
The Essentials
Harvest Christian School International (HCSI) has 210 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.
Location
Harvest Christian School International is located in Mabolo, Cebu City, Philippines, at 24-B Tres Borces Padres Street, Mabolo, Cebu City, 6000. The school operates from a leased facility in Mabolo. Mabolo is a district within Cebu City that serves as the school's residential/commercial context and provides access to local city amenities. The Mabolo campus is the site of the school's regular on-site education.
Stages
The school provides a complete Pre-School, Grade School and High School program from Pre K1 to Level 12 (Senior High School) on its Mabolo campus. The on-site program covers Pre-School through Senior High School as part of regular basic education. The Mabolo campus hosts the full range of levels described above.
Type
The school is private, non-stock, non-profit and operates as a mission school. It identifies as a Christian faith-based institution with a Bible-based education. On-site boarding is not offered; there is limited homestay accommodation for guests as an alternative.
Additional learning support
The school offers TESOL and ESL programs to support English language learners. Specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions are not described on the site.
Country affiliation
Affiliations and accreditation include the Division of Cebu City, Region VII, Department of Education (DepEd), Republic of the Philippines, and international organizations such as the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the National Association of Private Schools (NAPS). The school is based in the Philippines.
Religious affiliation
The school is Christian-based, with a Statement of Faith and Bible-based education.
School day structure
Regular schooling is organized as a Monday-to-Friday schedule; classes generally begin on Mondays, and enrollment includes orientation sessions and diagnostic steps as part of the start process.
Bus service
There is no published on-site school bus service. Homestay accommodation is available for international guests and includes transportation to and from the school as part of the package; families and private arrangements are used for regular commuting.
Fees
Annual tuition at Harvest Christian School International (HCSI) ranges from PHP 35,900 to PHP 78,171 for 2026/27.
Application / Enrollment charges
- Diagnostic/testing fee for admission (Basic Education and distance-learning diagnostic tests): PHP 400. - TESOL onsite reservation/commitment fee (deductible from tuition): PHP 5,000 for Filipino participants; PHP 10,000 for foreign participants (refundable or transferable if an onsite class is cancelled or moved as described in the TESOL policy).
- PreK 1 & 2: Tuition PHP 25,900; Learning materials PHP 10,000; Total annual fee PHP 35,900. - Kindergarten: Tuition PHP 27,900; Learning materials PHP 10,000; Total annual fee PHP 37,900. - Grade 1 to Grade 6: Tuition PHP 29,900; Learning materials PHP 10,000; Total annual fee PHP 39,900. - Grade 7 to Grade 10: Tuition PHP 31,900; Learning materials PHP 10,000; Total annual fee PHP 41,900.
(Enrollment for ICFL is charged on a per‑school‑year basis; uniforms, ID and school supplies are excluded from the above amounts.)
Tuition and annual fees — Online Homeschooling/Distance Learning (OHDL) — International and Combo programs (examples and components)
- OHDL — International Program (example annual figures shown): - PreK: School fee PHP 40,000; Digital materials / e‑books PHP 7,000; Total payable to the school PHP 47,000. Third‑party American provider subscription shown as US$29.95 x 10 months (US$299.50) and is billed separately to the parent/student. Example total cost of study (school fees + third‑party subscription converted) is shown in the schedule. - Kindergarten: School fee PHP 43,000; Digital materials PHP 7,000; Total payable to the school PHP 50,000; third‑party subscription as above. - Grade 1–5: School fee PHP 48,000; Digital materials PHP 7,000; Total payable to the school PHP 55,000; third‑party subscription shown (US$299.50). Penmanship e‑book (where applicable) appears as a separate one‑time charge (example US$21.99). - Grade 6–10: School fee PHP 48,000; Digital materials PHP 7,000; Total payable to the school PHP 55,000; third‑party subscription larger for higher grades (example US$399.50).
- OHDL — Combo Program (example annual figures shown): - PreK: School fee PHP 26,200; Digital materials PHP 7,000; Total payable to the school PHP 33,200; third‑party subscription and converted totals shown separately. - Kindergarten: School fee PHP 28,200; Digital materials PHP 7,000; Total payable to the school PHP 35,200. - Grade 1–5 and Grade 6–10: School fees shown at PHP 28,200 plus PHP 7,000 materials for the annual totals displayed in the schedule. Penmanship e‑book and third‑party subscription fees are shown separately in the schedules.
- Senior High School (Grade 11 & 12) is offered in the OHDL local program; learning materials for SHS are described as digital and accessed through a provider's platform (payment options for SHS follow the same payment schedules as other programs). Specific SHS annual totals are shown in program schedules where listed.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Enrollment is charged on a per‑school‑year (SY) basis rather than per semester or monthly basis for in‑campus programs. Payment options for school fees generally are: full payment upon enrollment, or installment plans spread over 3 months, 6 months, or 9 months (program‑specific limits apply; for the OHDL International program the maximum installment for international applicants is indicated as three months). An interest charge of 2.75% per month is applied to past‑due monthly installments. - For certain third‑party subscriptions used in online international programs, the third‑party subscription is paid separately by the parent/student and may be billed monthly in USD (examples shown as US$29.95 x 10 months).
Boarding / Accommodation fees
- The school provides Homestay accommodation (limited availability). Homestay fees range from PHP 16,000 to PHP 27,000 per month per person depending on accommodation and occupancy. The homestay fee is inclusive of a shared room/dormitory style bed, three meals per day (Filipino food), laundry, housekeeping (weekly linen change), internet access and transportation to/from the school. Homestay fees must be paid in full before check‑in and homestay fees paid are not refundable.
Other costs and recurring / one‑off charges
- Uniforms, student ID and school supplies are charged separately and are excluded from the listed tuition/learning materials amounts. - Learning materials: some programs include a designated learning materials fee (examples above show PHP 7,000 or PHP 10,000 depending on program and grade); excess printed PACES or additional materials are charged separately where applicable. Penmanship e‑book (example US$21.99) and other digital textbook charges are listed separately in distance‑learning schedules. Third‑party curriculum subscriptions (for international OHDL) are separate costs in USD. - ESL / TESOL / short courses: hourly and program rates differ. ESL one‑to‑one rates are shown (example PHP 450–600 per hour). TESOL online and onsite rates are listed by participant type; onsite TESOL requires the commitment fee described above. Special Study Permit (SSP) processing and immigration‑related costs for foreign students are charged in addition to tuition (SSP processing fee example PHP 2,880 plus around PHP 7,040 for SSP filing/registration). Other listed miscellaneous fees for ESL include monthly books/materials (example PHP 900) and airport pick‑up (example PHP 500).
Refund information and commitments
- General policy statements show that school fees are charged in full for the entire school year even if a student withdraws during the year; early registration/enrollment payments are generally non‑refundable, and allowable refunds (if any) are subject to administrative charges per school policy. An explicit statement in the payment instructions also indicates the school's policy that “all fees paid to the School by the student are non‑refundable” in the matters listed there. TESOL onsite commitment fees are refundable or transferable in the specific circumstances described in the TESOL policy (for example when an onsite class is cancelled by the school); homestay accommodation fees paid are not refundable.
Fee payment methods and banking details (how parents normally pay)
- Philippine peso payments (for parents in the Philippines) may be made by deposit or electronic transfer to the school's account at Metrobank (account names and account numbers are published for PHP payments). The school requests notification of deposits/transfers for confirmation and notes that senders must bear correspondent bank charges for transfers. Example account numbers shown for PHP payments include Current Account: 099‑7‑09952192‑5 (Metrobank Cebu‑Mabolo) and Savings/other accounts referenced in admission/payment pages; SWIFT code is provided where international bank transfers are required. - Alternative payment channels accepted include Western Union, ML Kwarta Padala, Cebuana Lhuillier, Palawan Express and Xoom; in‑person payment at the school cashier is also available for those in Cebu City. Parents are asked to e‑mail proof/reference numbers after sending funds.
Academics
Harvest Christian School International (HCSI) teaches American Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
Harvest Christian School International (HCSI) in Mabolo, Cebu City, offers a complete Pre-K through Senior High Basic Education program on its campus. The regular program provides Pre-K1 to Level 12 (Senior High) with Pre-K1 using a local and American materials mix, Pre-K2 and Kindergarten through Level 6 using the School of Tomorrow's PACES curriculum, and Level 7–10 delivering digital lessons in a conventional classroom setting. Senior High School (Level 11–12) offers the ABM (Accountancy, Business and Management) and GA (General Academic) tracks, taught via digital lessons in a face-to-face format. The program emphasizes Bible-based education, smaller class sizes, air-conditioned classrooms, and a focus on multiple intelligences and skill-talent exposure activities; a distance-learning option is available under Cebu Homeschool Philippines Distance Learning. The school is affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and National Association of Private Schools (NAPS) and is DepEd-recognized, with TESDA accreditation for TESOL/ESL offerings. This combination provides an internationally oriented curriculum aligned to both local and international standards.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Harvest Christian School International supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as part of its holistic education approach. The school's mission commits to training and equipping students holistically toward a God-fearing community. A Chaplain provides spiritual and pastoral support, and a Guidance Counsellor and Clinic Officer offer personal and health-related support to students, indicating structured wellbeing services on campus. These roles reflect the school's emphasis on student wellbeing within its broader educational aims.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision. No explicit SEN program or categories of needs are described on the site.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Harvest Christian School International provides ESL for English language learners, including online and onsite formats, with multiple levels such as Low Beginner, High Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. It also runs English for Specific Purpose (ESP) programs and an immersion bridge program called SELIP to help non-native English speakers join the regular Basic Education program. SELIP is designed to immerse ELLs in the regular curriculum as a preparatory/bridge pathway.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported on campus by a Guidance Counsellor and Clinic Officer, and a Chaplain provides spiritual support. The Guidance Counsellor and Clinic Officer address student wellbeing and health concerns, aligning with the school's holistic mission. The presence of a ChaplainFurther underscores pastoral and emotional support as part of student care.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by on-site roles including a Guidance Counsellor and Clinic Officer and a Chaplain, indicating formal pastoral and health-based safeguarding capacity on campus. These positions suggest structured student protection and wellbeing support within the administration.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Basic Education ICFL admissions. To begin, the parent or guardian fills out the Enrolment Form online by clicking Enroll Now on the school site, or the form may be filled manually at the campus and submitted to the Admission Officer in person. The next step is for the parent to complete and submit the Parents Interview Form (PIF); the Admission Officer will decide whether to schedule a Parents and Student interview in person or via Skype. The applicant must submit a set of documents: Academic Progress Record or Report Card (in English or Filipino, or translated and notarized if needed); Birth Certificate; two 2x2 colored photos and two 1x1 photos; a recommendation form or certificate of good moral character; a photocopy of the passport for international students; and, for international/foreign students under 18, a Special Study Permit (SSP) with the school assisting in the process. After review, the admission officer informs the student/guardian of acceptance (or denial) by oral, written, or email notice; the student then proceeds to diagnostic testing, for which a testing fee of Php 400 is charged; finally, the student or guardian pays the school fees to the cashier or via bank transfer, with multiple payment options (full or installments of 3, 6, or 9 months). See the Basic Education ICFL admission steps, acceptance process, diagnostic testing, and fee payment details.
Scholarships
HCSI does not publish scholarship information on its admissions or fees materials. No dedicated scholarships page or program is described in the available admissions resources; families are directed to follow standard enrollment and fee payment procedures, and may contact the Admissions Office for any questions about financial aid options.
Waitlist
There is no published waitlist or pooling process for HCSI admissions. The site notes that enrollment is ongoing for all educational programs (SY 2025-2026) and does not describe any waiting list or pool system. Prospective families are advised to apply promptly to secure a seat given ongoing enrollment.
FAQs
What curriculum does Harvest Christian School International follow?
HCSI offers K-12 basic education using School of Tomorrow PACES for younger levels, digital lessons for Levels 7-10, and DepEd-aligned Senior High with ABM, HUMSS, and STEM tracks.
Where is the school located?
The school is at 24-B Tres Borces Padres Street, Mabolo, Cebu City, 6000, Philippines.
How many students attend the school?
Approximately 210 students are enrolled at Harvest Christian School International.
What are the tuition fees?
Tuition for Philippine nationals ranges from PHP 35,900 to PHP 78,171 per year depending on level. A diagnostic test fee of PHP 400 is also required.
Does the school offer ESL programmes?
Yes, ESL is available online and onsite from Low Beginner to Advanced levels. A Special English Language Immersion Program (SELIP) helps transition ESL students into regular classes.
Does the school offer distance learning?
Yes, both homeschooling and distance learning formats are available alongside the in-campus programme.
Is homestay accommodation available?
Yes, limited homestay is available at PHP 16,000 to PHP 27,000 per month including three meals daily and transport to school.
What accreditations does the school hold?
HCSI is a member of ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) and is recognised by the Department of Education, Philippines.
When was the school founded?
Harvest Christian School International was founded in June 1997 in Cebu City.
Does the school provide special educational needs support?
There is no publicly disclosed SEN programme. General student support is provided through guidance counselling and chaplaincy services.
