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Saint Jude Catholic School is located in the San Miguel district of Manila, Philippines, at 327 Ycaza Street. The campus sits on an urban 2.5-hectare site and includes the National Shrine of Saint Jude Thaddeus on campus. It is adjacent to Malacañang Palace and lies near central Manila, with access to major roads and nearby public transport options.
The school offers Nursery, Preparatory, Elementary (Grade 1–6), Junior High School (Grade 7–10), Senior High School (Grade 11–12) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Private Catholic coeducational school run by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD).
Saint Jude has a Learning Resource Center to support curriculum and information needs, and a Guidance and Admissions Office to assist students. Specific SEN provisions are not publicly listed.
Not affiliated with a country (the school operates as a local private institution in the Philippines).
Catholic; Roman Catholic, affiliated with the Society of the Divine Word (SVD).
School day timings are not published on the main pages. External sources indicate a typical start around 7:15 am and finish around 3:50 pm, with lunch and breaks scheduled within the day.
Effective August 01, 2025:
Air-Conditioned Canteen: From PHP 180 to PHP 190 per day
Non-Air-Conditioned Canteen: From PHP 150 to PHP 175 per day
Saint Jude Catholic School is owned and managed by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD). The School Director is Fr. Roland Aquino, SVD, MBA, JD, and Br. Yosep Undung, SVD, PhD, is the School Principal with Fr. Yuhang Wang, SVD, as Assistant Principal for Chinese Affairs. The organizational structure includes the Office of the Director, Office of the Principal, Formation Division, Campus Ministry, Guidance and Admissions Office, and related administrative units.
Saint Jude Catholic School offers a multi-stage curriculum across Early Childhood, Elementary, and High School, including an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in the High School Department. The Early Childhood program combines DepEd's K-to-12 framework with a Chinese program, with Nursery to Kindergarten delivering instruction in English, Filipino, and Mandarin. Elementary provides the Basic Education Program (Mathematics, Science, English, Filipino, Araling Panlipunan, Religion, Music, Physical Education, Computer Education) and a Chinese Program including Chinese Language, Reading, Composition, Chinese Penmanship, and Arts. Junior High School (Grades 7–10) uses the Enhanced K-to-12 curriculum and includes MAPEH and a Chinese program; Senior High School adds electives and maintains the Chinese program. The IBDP comprises six subject groups—Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts—plus core components Creativity, Activity and Service, Extended Essay, and Theory of Knowledge, with modular subjects including Chinese, Filipino and Values Education. Across levels, instruction supports bilingual/multilingual competencies in English, Mandarin and Filipino, and the school emphasizes Filipino-Chinese heritage within a Catholic framework.
The Guidance Office designs and implements development programs to help students mature holistically as they move through the different learning stages. Guidance counselors provide counselling, test interpretation, and individual inventory, and they collaborate with faculty members and parents/guardians for collaborative discussion on school and family matters. For the Primary Level (K–Grade 2), the office aids students' adjustment to a new environment, helps them identify strengths, and supports the development of appropriate behaviors. For the Intermediate Level (Grade 3–6), it assists students in interacting with others through knowledge, acceptance, and appreciation of their uniqueness, and it provides activities to develop communication skills and to help set priorities. For the Secondary Level (Grade 7–12), it helps students explore identity, encourages socially responsible behavior, supports goal setting, exposes career opportunities, and orients students for the college transition. The Guidance Office is headed by Ms. Terry O. Tan, RGC, PhD, with a team including Ms. Aira Pauline Rizelle R. Centeno, Mr. Al-Khalid D. Umpa, and others who staff guidance and admissions activities.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN). The published service-unit pages focus on guidance, library resources, medical services, and discipline, with no dedicated SEN section. Guidance Office personnel are listed without designation as SEN specialists. The Learning Resource Center emphasizes library resources and literacy support rather than formal SEN services. Therefore, formal SEN provision or designation as a specialist SEN institution is not publicly documented on the current SJCS pages.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. The published pages describe a Chinese-Filipino school with Mandarin language emphasis, but there is no explicit EAL program or staff listed. There is no dedicated EAL coordinator or program described on the service-unit pages. Admissions materials reference Chinese language integration but do not detail EAL assistance for non-Mandarin speakers. EAL specifics are not publicly disclosed on SJCS's accessible pages.
The Medical Clinic promotes health and general well-being and conducts annual medical and dental check-ups for students. Clinic personnel include a School Physician and School Nurses who provide medical care and health services on campus. The Clinic's objectives include encouraging personal health maintenance, ensuring adequate medical care for the ill or injured, protecting the school community from health hazards, and facilitating the return to classes for medically unfit students. The Guidance Office designs and implements development programs to support holistic student development and offers counselling, test interpretation, and inventories to assist emotional and academic growth. The Campus Ministry Office serves the school's pastoral and spiritual needs, organizing liturgical services, sacraments, recollections, and retreats to support students' well-being. In safeguarding scenarios, Crisis Intervention guidelines outline steps for immediate action, counseling, and involving parents or guardians as needed.
The Prefect of Discipline oversees order and discipline and is responsible for implementing school policies related to student conduct. The Guidance Office provides Guidelines for Referral to address safeguarding concerns, including indicators such as abuse, suicide attempts, family problems, depression, and other unusual behaviors. The Crisis Intervention process requires reporting to the Guidance Office, initial counseling, and, depending on case gravity, involvement of the Principal or parents to plan appropriate interventions. The Crisis Intervention procedures also outline steps for documentation, escalation, and ongoing support. These structures indicate a formal safeguarding framework within SJCS, aimed at protecting students and addressing emergencies.
Admissions Process (SY 2026-2027):
1. Create an account at the Applicants Access Portal. This is the starting point for the online admissions process and you will use the portal to access application materials. The Admissions section directs you to GO TO PORTAL for the current cycle.
2. Download and print the APPLICATION FORM, then present the form and pay PHP 600 at the Cashier's Office (Ground Floor). Keep the receipt as you will need it to proceed with the next steps.
3. Submit the application and requirements at the Admissions Office (Mezzanine Floor). Required documents include NSO/PSA Birth Certificate (3 clear photocopies, bring original), Baptismal Certificate if Catholic (2 copies, bring original), the applicant's Chinese name (written in traditional Chinese characters), and 4 recent 1×1 photos. Foreign nationals must provide additional documents: Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR), SRRV, SIRV, and a valid foreign passport.
4. Schedule your child's assessment/interview at the Admissions Office. This step requires you to pick a time for the assessment day. Bring the Health Information Sheet completed by your child's pediatrician to the day of the assessment.
5. Attend the Assessment and Interview. Examinations (oral and written) are administered to determine the applicant's capacity to cope with the SJCS system, followed by an interview with the Head Teachers (Basic Education and Chinese) and then with the School Administrator.
6. Release of Results. Acceptance is based on the results of the examinations and interviews. The Health Information Sheet and the pediatrician's recommendation will also be considered in the final decision. Results may be inquired by phone.
7. Registration and Enrollment. Successful applicants are to register/enroll about a week after the release of results. Only a parent or guardian listed on the application form may register/enroll the child; nannies and drivers are not accommodated. For Kindergarten 2, PM slots may be limited.
Fees related to admissions: An application fee of PHP 600 is payable at the cashier when submitting the application form for transferee admissions. PHP 600 is the publicly listed amount; tuition and other enrollment fees are not published on these pages and may be obtained from the Admissions Office or Registrars Office.
Scholarships are offered by Saint Jude Catholic School. The Academic Scholarship program provides grants to deserving students in need of assistance; interested families should contact the school's CMO (communications/partnerships) for eligibility and application details. The contact provided is cmo@sjcs.edu.ph, plus phone numbers 8735-6386 / 8735-6393, loc. 249.
In addition, the school operates The Judenite Endowment Fund through its Alumni Association, which supports scholarships among other priorities to sustain the school's programs; inquiries about scholarship support can be directed through the Alumni Association or the school's Secretariats.
The Jubilee Christian Academy campuses are in Quezon City, Philippines. The Dona Hemady campus is at 25 Doña Hemady Ave., corner 3rd St., New Manila; the E. Rodriguez campus is at 1603-1607 E Rodriguez Sr. Ave, Cubao; and the Jubilee Center campus is at
The school comprises four departments: Preschool, Elementary, Junior High School, and Senior High School.
Jubilee Christian Academy is a Christian school serving students from Preschool through Senior High. It is associated with Jubilee Evangelical Church, and there are homeschooling options approved by the Department of Education.
The Educational Resource Center (ERC) provides library and resource services for students, with dedicated OPAC catalogs for PS–Elem and for JHS–SHS. The Department of Education has approved Jubilee's homeschool program (Nursery through Grade 10) as an alternative learning option.
The school operates in the Philippines, with campus locations in Quezon City, Philippines.
JCA has a Christian orientation and shares the same Statement of Faith as Jubilee Evangelical Church.
Public pages do not publish standard daily start and end times; planning should follow local schedules and campus arrangements. The school operates across Preschool–Senior High across multiple campuses in Quezon City.
No public bus service information is published on the school's public pages. Family transport arrangements are typically made through the school or independently. For transport specifics, contact the admissions office or campus.
Meals appear to be provided as part of school activities. Junior High School news items describe lunch-related activities, including a Lunch Activity and a Meal + Art Tuesday session, indicating on-site meals are part of the program. Public details about a daily canteen, specific menu options, or dietary accommodations are not published on the site.
The school is governed by an Academy Board of Trustees. An organizational chart shows an Executive Committee and a Finance Committee connected to the Board, with the School Head and an Internal Audit function. The chart also shows the school is organized into three main units—Academic, Christian Formation, and Operations—with subdivisions for Preschool, Elementary, Junior High School, Senior High School, and Student Activities.
The Jubilee Christian Academy curriculum runs from Preschool through Senior High, anchored in Christian formation and integrated faith with learning. The program uses English, Filipino, and Chinese for written and oral communication, with a strong emphasis on multilingual proficiency across grade levels. Preschool focuses on developmentally appropriate activities that foster holistic growth—cognitive, spiritual, moral, emotional, social, and physical development within a Christian environment. In Elementary and Junior High, the curriculum combines core academic subjects with a Chinese Area, Bible/Christian Formation, and a structured Guidance and Character Development program, while promoting leadership and service through student activities. Senior High School is part of the program, but public pages do not disclose specific strands or course maps; current offerings can be confirmed by contacting admissions.
SEL is addressed through the Guidance Area within the Christian Formation Department. The Guidance Area aims to lead students to process personal attributes and to help them lead enjoyable, balanced lives while dealing competently with varied life situations. The Junior High School department explicitly lists Guidance Area objectives focused on personal development and coping with life challenges. Family resilience and Guidance Specials involve parents and guardians in wellbeing initiatives, including talks on family resilience. The Educational Objectives emphasize physical and psychological well-being as part of a holistic education, supporting a school-wide approach to SEL.
Detailed information about a dedicated SEN program or services is not publicly disclosed on the site. The Educational Resource Center (ERC) exists as the school's learning-resource hub to support students, including library resources for learning. Admissions criteria include aptitude, psychological, and health assessment, indicating consideration of student needs at intake. The Guidance Area focuses on personal development and coping with life situations rather than describing a formal SEN pathway. Consequently, explicit SEN staff, facilities, or special needs provisions are not described in publicly available material.
The Educational Objectives specify use of English, Filipino, and Chinese in communication, indicating a tri-lingual framework in the curriculum. English is explicitly included alongside Filipino and Chinese as part of student development. The Admissions page notes aptitude, psychological, and health assessments as part of the process, but does not describe a separate EAL program or language-support pathway. Public content does not outline a dedicated EAL service; the school emphasizes multilingual competencies within its objectives.
Mental wellbeing is embedded in the school's objectives through Physical and Psychological Well-being, aiming to develop attitudes, self-emotional development, and the ability to deal with varied life situations. The Guidance Area in the Junior High School outlines targets for personal growth, positive thinking, and leading a balanced life. The Elementary-level Family Resilience pages document guidance-focused events and discussions aimed at wellbeing and resilience. The Jubilee Evangelical Church partnership provides Spiritual Counseling for students and personnel, extending wellbeing support beyond academics.
Safeguarding-related measures include Spiritual Counseling for students and personnel through a Jubilee Evangelical Church partnership. The Admissions process requires a Medical Information Form and a Medical/Mental Health Form, reflecting attention to student health and safety in eligibility assessments. These publicly described measures indicate health- and wellbeing-focused safeguards within the school's broader framework. No dedicated safeguarding policy page is shown in the publicly available main-site sections; the cited materials describe health-related intake and spiritual-counseling supports instead.
Admissions Process (new and returning students):
Jubilee Christian Academy presents a structured admissions flow designed to assess fit with the school's philosophy and expectations. The process begins with an online application that must be completed using the provided link and browser guidance; applicants receive an ID and password to access the next steps, including document submission. After uploading all required documents, the admissions team reviews the files and sends instructions for payment and the assessment schedule; a non-refundable Php 1,700 application/testing fee applies and must be paid via the bank details provided, with the proof of payment emailed to the admissions and cashier emails. The assessment itself is conducted onsite, and the school communicates the schedule and procedures by email. If a candidate cannot attend or complete the assessment, a reassessment can be requested for another schedule. The assessment results are published to parents within seven working days after the assessment date via the Applicant Access Module.
ADMISSIONS FOR RETURNING STUDENTS (Transferred and on LOA):
Returning students follow a separate set of steps. First, the School requires completing a Re-admission Application Form within the window stated (January 5 to July 3, 2026). If the child studied elsewhere in SY 2025-2026, the family must submit an official report card signed by a school official, ensure no subject has a failing grade with a general average of 83 and deportment at B- or above, and, if possible, attend DepEd-accredited summer classes and submit the grades by end of enrollment in July 2026. Tthere are specific conditions related to subjects and language study (e.g., absence of Chinese or Filipino study for Grade 1 and upper levels may require discussion of other arrangements). If the child did not study in SY 2025-2026, readmission is aligned with the grade level succeeding their last completed grade.
The school lists scholarship-related programs in its alumni and external partnerships sections, though many details come from older documents or program pages.
- Alumni Children Scholarship: An Alumni Children Scholarship was published as a one-time Php 5,000 award in the entry year for children of alumni enrolling at Jubilee Christian Academy, with a separate Php 5,000 award for alumni children continuing in SY 2014–2015. Eligibility referenced alumni who graduated from the Elementary Department in 1979–1983 or from the Junior High School Department from 1984 onward. Applications were to be obtained from the Administration Office or downloaded from the Administration section of the site, with a submission deadline of June 16, 2014. This program is documented in a December 2019 page as part of the school's archived materials; current availability is not stated on the page.
- Chinese Teacher's Scholarship Program: This is a program tied to FFCCCI that aims to train local Filipino educators to teach Mandarin through a 4-year pathway involving study in the Philippines and China; the FFCCCI sponsorship includes a living allowance (Php 50,000) and a structured training schedule. The page specifically describes the program as of December 13, 2019 and provides a point of contact for interested students. This is a school-level reference to an external scholarship pathway rather than a standard JCA student scholarship.
- JCA Alumni Financial Assistance Program (JCAA Financial Assistance Program): A page exists describing a financial assistance program within the Jubilee Christian Academy Alumni framework; however, the available public page does not provide detailed terms in the accessible view. The presence of this program is confirmed by the Alumni section of the site. Families seeking information may refer to the Alumni materials for further details.
- Parents Auxiliary Scholarships: Jubilee Christian Academy Parents Auxiliary (JCAPA) notes that scholarship programs are among the initiatives they support for students, indicating an internal or community-supported scholarship pathway alongside other programs. This indicates ongoing community involvement in scholarships, though specific MIT or eligibility criteria are not enumerated on the page.
Waitlist/Pool: A waitlist or student pool system is not described on the official Admissions pages. The published admissions process emphasizes selectivity based on aptitude, psychological and health assessments, academic records, character evaluation, and alignment with the School's mission and policies. There is no publicly stated waitlist or enrollment pool mechanism in the admissions documentation.
