Private schools in Mandaue City
Curated private schools located inside Mandaue City — A.S. Fortuna and Hernan Cortes corridors. Sacred Heart Ateneo (Catholic) and Singapore School Cebu (international) anchor the city.
Mandaue is the second-largest school catchment in the urban core. Most local families also cross-commute to Cebu City schools (Sacred Heart Hijas, USC, CIS, USJ-R) given Mandaue–Cebu City bridge access. International + SPED options inside Mandaue are limited; for either, cross-city commute is common.
Curated list (10)
Academia de San Jose
mandaue · preschool / elementary / JHS / SHSBenedicto College
mandaue · JHS / SHS / collegeCebu Doctors' University
mandaue · collegeTuition: ₱90,000–₱180,000/yr · Specialized in health sciences (Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health).
Themes: Online discussion about Cebu Doctors' University centers primarily on practical concerns: commuting logistics, accommodation options near campus, and entrance exam procedures. Some commenters inquire about specific programs like nursing and clinical psychology, while others reference the institution in broader conversations about healthcare education in Cebu. Limited substantive discussion appears regarding academic quality or program outcomes.
Sacred Heart School – Ateneo de Cebu
mandaue · preschool / elementary / JHS / SHSTuition: ₱80,000–₱130,000/yr · Jesuit-run; strong STEM and humanities tracks.
Saint Louis College of Cebu
mandaue · preschool / elementary / JHS / SHS / collegeSingapore School Cebu
mandaue · preschool / elementary / JHS / SHSTuition: ₱350,000–₱750,000/yr · Singapore curriculum + Cambridge IGCSE + IB DP pathway.
University of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UC-LM)
mandaue · SHS / collegeTuition: ₱65,000–₱95,000/yr · University of Cebu satellite campus, established 1995 near the old Mactan Bridge. Strong maritime, engineering, hospitality, accountancy, criminology, nursing, IT, and teacher-ed programs. Approx ₱40k/semester average (CourseFinder).
Asian Learning Center
mandaue · preschool / elementary / JHSTuition: ₱30,000–₱120,000/yr
deped.gov.ph· updated 2026-05limited info — confirm with schoolKids Pavilion — Cebu (Daycare/Playschool)
mandaue · preschoolTuition: ₱25,000–₱70,000/yr · Daycare + nursery, ages 1.5–4. Per-month pricing.
facebook.com· updated 2026-05limited info — confirm with schoolUniversity of the Visayas, Inc.
mandaue · elementary / JHSTuition: ₱30,000–₱120,000/yr · Estimated range. Confirm with the school.
peac.org.ph· updated 2026-05limited info — confirm with school
Frequently asked
What are the best-known private schools in Mandaue City?
The two most-cited Mandaue private schools are Sacred Heart School – Ateneo de Cebu (Jesuit-run, Hernan Cortes Street) and Singapore School Cebu (A.S. Fortuna, Singapore curriculum + Cambridge IGCSE + IB DP). Both serve preschool through Senior High. Mandaue families also commonly enrol in Cebu City schools (Sacred Heart Hijas, USC, CIS) given the cross-bridge commute.
Is the commute from Mandaue to Cebu City schools workable?
Yes for most families, but factor in 25–45 minutes one-way during peak hours over the SM City bridges or M.C. Briones / D. M. Cortes. Schools in Mandaue itself (Sacred Heart Ateneo, Singapore School Cebu) save 30+ minutes per day vs commuting to Talamban or Banilad in Cebu City.
How much is tuition at Mandaue private schools?
Mid-tier Catholic schools in Mandaue (Sacred Heart Ateneo) run ₱80,000–₱130,000/year. International / Singapore-curriculum schools (Singapore School Cebu) range ₱350,000–₱750,000/year. Budget Catholic and Christian schools sit at ₱20,000–₱45,000/year. Always confirm fees with the registrar — public-facing ranges miss capital fees and the annual development levy.
Are there international schools in Mandaue?
Singapore School Cebu on A.S. Fortuna is the main international option in Mandaue, offering the Singapore primary + Cambridge IGCSE + IB Diploma pathway. For full IB Continuum (PYP / MYP / DP) most families commute to Cebu International School in Talamban, Cebu City.
Does Mandaue have SPED / inclusive education options?
Limited. Most Mandaue families source SPED programs in Cebu City (UC Inclusive Education, SPED centers in Banilad / Lahug, therapy clinics in Banilad and Mabolo). Sacred Heart School – Ateneo de Cebu offers some inclusive support but slots are limited. See our /sped-cebu/ directory for the full list of Cebu-wide options.
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