Athenaeum
In Ancient Rome, a school was founded by Emperor Hadrian for the promotion of literary and scientific studies. It was called Athenaeum, named after the town of Athens which was regarded as the seat of intellectual refinement.
Athenaeum International School is one of the many institutions in the world which derives its inspiration from the original Athenaeum hundreds of years later.
As appropriately depicted in its logo, Athenaeum International School upholds four major core values: achievement and success (laurel), wisdom for peace (dove and book), family and world citizenship (parent, child and globe), and prosperity (sunrays).
Athenaeum International School was established in 2008. In its eighteenth year of operation in Cebu City, Philippines, Athenaeum International School continues to offer holistic education that cultivates the Multiple Intelligences of learners through the following programs:
Preschool Program (Nursery 1 & 2, Kindergarten), Grade School Program (Grade 1 to 6), Junior High School Program (Grade 7 to 10), and Senior High School (Grade 11), providing learners with a seamless progressive educational journey that prepares them for higher education, future careers, and responsible global citizenship.
Mission-Vision
Athenaeum International School is a leading educational institution that promotes a strong foundation for family and world citizenship, advocates wisdom for peace and prosperity, and creates opportunities for achievement and success.
Message from the Principal
Welcome to Athenaeum International School!
It is my great pleasure to welcome our dear students, parents, partners, and valued stakeholders to our school community and to our official website. Athenaeum International School continues to be a place where learning is nurtured, character is formed, and every child is guided to reach their fullest potential.
Anchored in our vision and mission, we firmly believe that education must not only develop the mind but also shape the heart and character of every learner. In our school, we are committed to forming students who are academically competent, morally grounded, and socially responsible. We aim to instill in our learners the values of respect, responsibility, compassion, and integrity so they may become individuals who contribute positively to their families, communities, and the global society.
Athenaeum International School recognizes the vital role of collaboration among parents, educators, and community partners in shaping the future of our children. Through this strong partnership, we continue to provide meaningful learning experiences that empower students to discover their talents, pursue excellence, and achieve success in their chosen paths.
As we journey together, may we continue to uphold our shared mission of nurturing learners who are not only prepared for academic challenges but are also equipped with the wisdom and character needed to promote peace, prosperity, and responsible global citizenship.
Thank you for your continued trust and support in Athenaeum International School.
The Athenaeum Core Values
WISDOM-KNOWLEDGE
The gift of sound judgment shall be internalized by every Athenaean. The ability to use their knowledge is a perfection that every Athenaean aims to achieve which is anchored from the concept of ATHENAEUM as the seat of intellectual refinement. Through all of these the act of knowing and accumulating a body of facts and information comes along.
COMPETENCE
The Athenaean way is always geared towards competence in all endeavors. Such that, one is capable to do beyond what is expected of him or her. Competence can only be acquired after a thorough process of refinement.
RESPONSIBILITY
Atheneaum expects from its students to develop the ability to respond to the needs and demands of the present life conditions. Being responsible enough to become good citizens of the country can pave the way for a brighter future of the generations to come.
INNOVENTIVENESS
An Athenaean student seeks to introduce new things. As an inherent skill that is cascaded within the framework of the institution, introducing new methods and ideas to make changes, is an indicator of a society in progress which teachers shall purposely aim to develop in every student.
LOVE
Love is the core of every family. It creates a special bond among all peoples of the world. Athenaeum aims to develop in every child the love for ones self, family and society that is geared towards progress.
INTEGRITY
The Athenaean way contemplates on the wholeness of every student who can speak his mind and express his feelings with utmost sincerity. The state of being humble or modest is expected to be seen from every Athenaean student. The school aims to produce students who can fly or soar high with their dreams yet still grounded with their sense of humility.
SELF-DISCIPLINE
Athenaeum aims to help every student to develop in them a habit of system and order by way of training and conditioning them to become obedient and self-controlled. Organizing ones self gives an edge over the others.
TRUTHFULNESS
"Honesty is the best policy". Every Athenaean deserves to know the truth, embrace it and to be witnessing citizens of the community. Athenaeum aims to help every student to acquire the value of truthfulness towards becoming better citizens of the country.
GENEROSITY
With generosity in diversity, the Athenaeum way creates a challenge to every student to manifest a genuine spirit of sharing and giving despite the existence of diverse cultures, religion and ethnicities. Athenaeum believes in the spirit of generosity across culture, religion and race.
LOYALTY
It is the aim of this institution to inspire all students and to develop in them the sense of undying support to their Alma Mater, mentors, classmates and friends.
Programs Offered
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General Curriculum for Preschool
- Develop social-emotional skills, confidence, and self-regulation
- Introduce early literacy, numeracy, and cognitive skills through play and experiential learning
- Promote physical development, creativity, and artistic expression
- Cultivate values, family orientation, and global awareness
- Foster early technology exposure through age-appropriate digital activities
- Encourage exploration, curiosity, and love for learning
Age Requirement
- Nursery 1 (3 years old on or before October 31)
- Nursery 2 (4 years old or or before October 31)
- Kindergarten (5 years old on or before October 31)
For children between November 1 and December 31, while they fall outside the standard cutoff, they may still be admitted to Kindergarten provided they meet specific conditions. Please read DO 015, s. 2025.
Subject Offering
- Language and Literacy
- Numeracy / Early Math
- Social-Emotional Development / Values
- Physical Development
- Creative Arts and Music
- Life Skills
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Grades 1 to 6
The Athenaeum Grade School Program (Grades 1–6) is designed to develop confident, competent, and compassionate learners through a balanced curriculum that integrates academic excellence, character formation, leadership development, and global citizenship. Grounded in the DEPED K–12 standards and enriched with international best practices, the program provides meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Grades 1 to 3
- Math
- Science
- Language and Spelling
- Reading and Phonics
- Filipino
- Civics and Culture
- Good Manners and Right Conduct (GMRC)
- Music
- Arts
- Physical Education
- Health
- Coding and Robotics
Grades 4 to 6
- Math
- Science
- Language and Spelling
- Reading and Phonics
- Filipino
- Civics and Culture
- Good Manners and Right Conduct (GMRC)
- Music
- Arts
- Physical Education
- Health
- Coding and Robotics
- Home Economics and Livelihood Education
- Club (Optional)
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Junior High School
The Junior High School Program (Grades 7–10) of Athenaeum International School provides a dynamic and engaging learning experience that prepares students for Senior High School, higher education, and the demands of a rapidly evolving global society. Grounded in the JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPED K–12 Curriculum and enriched with international perspectives, the program develops academic excellence, leadership, innovation, and character formation
Grades 7 to 10
- Math
- Science
- Language and Spelling
- Reading and Phonics
- Filipino
- Social Studies
- Values Education
- Music
- Arts
- Physical Education
- Health
- Technology and Livelihood Education
- Coding and Robotics
- Foreign Language
- Club
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Senior High School
Empowering learners with academic excellence, technology, and global perspectives for success in college and beyond.
Technology-driven learningInternational standardsCritical thinking & innovationReal-world problem solvingValues-centered education
College & Career Readiness Program
Preparing learners for higher education, meaningful careers, and lifelong success.
Strong preparation for collegeDigital and technology skillsCareer explorationLeadership developmentResearch and innovationGlobal competence
Scholarships / Enrollment Incentives
ATHENAEUM SCHOLARSHIPS
- FOUNDER SCHOLARSHIP
ENROLLMENT INCENTIVES
- Early Enrollment (Enroll on or before April 30, 2021)
- Full Payment
- Siblings Discount
- Bring-A-Friend
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Alumni Discount
- 25% discount on Grade 1 Tuition Fee for AIS Kindergarten completers
- 50% discount on Grade 7 Tuition Fee for AIS Grade 6 graduates
- Loyalty Privileges
Affiliations
Contact Us
Address
Corner Leon Kilat and P. Del Rosario Street. Cebu City, Philippines 6000Enrollment Links
- ATHENAEUM MAIN CEBU CITY - NEW STUDENTS
- ATHENAEUM PIT-OS TALAMBAN - NEW STUDENTS
- CONTINUING STUDENTS
