Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Integrated Basic Education
Forming Christ-centered, future-ready learners from Pre-School to Senior High School.
Message of the IBED Principal
Basic Education Department
The Basic Education Department of UST Angelicum College has always been a place for learning for many students who want to experience quality education in a non-conventional way, and through mastery learning.
The Basic Education Department was established in 1972 to serve as an alternative option for parents who do not wish to subject their children to the rigors and inflexibilities of the graded school. With its learner-centered, self-paced, and non-graded system, the school is more focused on catering to the individual needs of the learners with its philosophy, “to do what is best for the learners”.
Vision
The Integrated Basic Education Department of UST Angelicum College envisions itself as a leading provider of an alternative and transformative basic education that promotes the holistic Christian formation through the integration of academics, spiritual development, and social involvement for the service of the community, the nation, the environment, and the Church.
Mission
The Integrated Basic Education Department is committed to:
- provide a balanced curriculum that promotes the intellectual, spiritual, moral, social, and physical development of the learners;
- equip the learners with the essential competencies that promote lifelong learning through mastery learning;
- develop the interests of the students, and cultivate their potential to prepare them for senior high school; and
- accompany the learners in becoming Stewards of God’s creation, Engaged global citizens, Active lifelong learners, and Lovers of Truth.
Types of Learners
The school acknowledges that every learner is unique. As such, the school continuously enhances its curriculum to adapt to new types and emerging ways of learning. The following types of learners exist in UST Angelicum College’s Integrated Basic Education Department:
Dependent Learners
Learners in their formative years (Kinder to YS4) who rely greatly on the learning facilitator for guidance in all activities and needs. They are carefully supported to build foundational skills and confidence.
Semi-Independent Learners
Learners in YS5–YS7 (Grades 4–6) are in a period of transition from dependent to independent learners. While they still need supervision, they are also capable of working independently when guided.
They perform well in traditional classroom teaching but may also be given self-directed programs such as library research, self-study materials, and experiments—nurturing confidence, responsibility, and the independence required in higher levels.
Independent Learners
Learners in the Higher Level (YS8–YS11) who require minimal supervision. They thrive in self-study, library research, experiments, and independent projects, demonstrating mastery and responsibility in their learning journey.
Programs
Regular Program
Learners come to UST Angelicum College every day from Monday to Friday and follow a regular class schedule with different subject facilitators. Modular instruction, coupled with socialized recitations or individual/group instructions, is made available, with all activities coordinated with relevant school personnel. Opportunities are scheduled for learners to update their skills when they lag.
The classroom is arranged so that those capable of working independently are free to move and get the materials they need, while an area is made available for those who need further explanations from the learning facilitators.
Home Study Program
The UST Angelicum College Home Study Program (HSP) is an accredited program by the Department of Education (DepEd) since 1996, and follows the curriculum of the government with its corresponding enhancements and modifications. It is an alternative program that caters to the academic needs of learners who cannot be physically present in school on a regular basis due to health conditions, employment, or place of residence.
Integrated Basic Education (IBED)
Subject Enhancements
UST Angelicum College gives a premium to the holistic formation of learners. Skills and knowledge have been carefully selected and designed to ensure relevance to the needs of the learner and the world. Anchored to UST Angelicum’s core values, these essential skills focus on 21st-century skills such as literacy, numeracy, communication, creativity, critical thinking, research, collaboration, self-management, and local and global citizenship—while learning facilitators continue to provide guidance, support, and mentoring to ensure general well-being.
- Singapore Mathematics
- S.A.L.T. (Special Academic Lecture and Talks)
- F.L.A.I.R. (Fitness for Lifestyle, Arts & Instrumentation and Recreation)
- Robotics
- Penmanship
- SRA Reading Program
- HOCSE (Home-Community-School Experience International Program)
- Math Made Easy Series
- S.A.L.T. (Special Academic Lecture and Talks)
- F.L.A.I.R. (Fitness for Lifestyle, Arts & Instrumentation and Recreation)
- Robotics
- Sound It Out (Special Speech Class Series)
- Vectors (Science Investigatory Project)
- KAIST G.I.F.T. or JUNIOR KAIST
- Indonesia and Singapore G.I.F.T. (Global Internship & Future Career Training)
- Master Class
- SeoulTech Winter Immersion Program
- Robotics (Medical and Engineering)
- EntrepCamp
- Osaka Smart School Project
Preschool
The Pre-School Department recognizes the unique needs and limitless potential of every child. It is dedicated to nurturing the total development of learners—intellectual, physical, social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual—to prepare them for life and to adapt to the changing world around them. In these formative years, children are given the opportunity to grow and learn with joy, making preschool a period of great importance in their educational journey.
The department offers developmentally appropriate programs that emphasize the process of learning, helping children reach their full potential while cultivating their natural curiosity. This approach instills a lifelong love for learning, ensuring that every Angelicum child begins their journey with confidence, creativity, and faith.
Vision
The UST Angelicum Preschool Department envisions the nurturing of lifelong learners who will have the motivation to achieve their full potential, the confidence of self-discovery, and an interest in engaging, relevant, and enjoyable social experiences.
Mission
The UST Angelicum Preschool Department is committed to:
- designing engaging and relevant learning programs;
- creating meaningful activities and services for holistic learner formation; and
- developing individuals who will become Stewards of God’s creation, Engaged global citizens, Active lifelong learners, and Lovers of Truth.
Academic Program
The UST Angelicum Preschool provides for the optimal development of children during their preschool years, recognizing that the first five years of life are critical for building basic knowledge and skills. Preschoolers are given opportunities to explore their potential, develop their abilities, and showcase creativity in a nurturing environment.
Pre-Kinder
The Pre-Kinder program is offered to children who are four years old. It serves as a preparatory stage before Kindergarten, giving learners the opportunity to connect what they already know with new learning experiences. At this stage, children are guided to explore, discover, and learn in a fun yet educational way, building confidence and curiosity as the foundation for their future academic journey.
YS1 / Kindergarten
The Kindergarten program is designed for children who are five years old and provides a strong academic and values-based foundation for future learning. The curriculum includes Language, Reading, Math, Arts, Physical Education, and Christian Living—offering a balanced approach to intellectual growth, creativity, and character formation. Learners strengthen their skills in numbers, reading, and communication, and build the confidence needed to succeed in Grade 1 and beyond.
Elementary
At UST Angelicum College, we believe that every child deserves a learning journey that is personalized, empowering, and values-driven. Our non-graded, self-paced, modular system ensures that learners are free to grow at their own rhythm, mastering skills through capability, effort, and responsibility. This unique approach emphasizes that the only competition is with oneself, fostering confidence, resilience, and a love for lifelong learning.
Elementary education at UST Angelicum is about formation for life. Learners are guided to develop intellectual competence, social responsibility, and moral uprightness, while being nurtured in an environment that values creativity, independence, and faith. Each stage is carefully designed to balance structure and freedom, ensuring that children progress with confidence and purpose.
Available Programs
Regular Program
Daily on-campus classes from Monday to Friday with subject facilitators, using modular instruction paired with socialized recitations and group activities.
Home Study Program
A flexible, DepEd-accredited distance-learning option for learners who cannot attend regularly. Learn more →
Formative Foundations
Dependent Learners
Learners in their formative years experience daily guided learning with facilitators, building confidence through modular activities. This stage emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and values formation, while cultivating curiosity and responsibility.
At this level, learners are recognized as Dependent Learners who rely greatly on the learning facilitator for guidance, carefully supported to build both foundational skills and confidence.
Semi-Independent Learners
Learners at this level are considered semi-independent and gradually develop independence in accomplishing modules and other learning tasks. They gain confidence in supervised stations, advancing at their own pace, while facilitators provide guidance and encourage autonomy.
Highly motivated achievers may even earn vertical promotion, moving ahead per subject within the same academic year once mastery is demonstrated—rewarding diligence and initiative, and preparing learners for the challenges of Junior High.
Subject Enhancements
Singapore Mathematics
Integrated into the Mathematics classes from YS2 to YS7 levels, equipping learners to solve Math word problems with ease and fun through online applications provided for them.
S.A.L.T. (Special Academic Lecture and Talks)
An enrichment integrated into the subject and part of the department’s month-long celebration, where a resource speaker delivers a special lecture related to the topic for deeper understanding and appreciation.
F.L.A.I.R. (Fitness for Lifestyle, Arts & Instrumentation and Recreation)
An enhancement in the Arts, Health, and Fitness that promotes consciousness on the importance of a healthy lifestyle, and develops the learners’ interest in the arts and in music.
Robotics
The special Robotics Club, offered to both Lower and Higher Level learners, develops interest in Computer Engineering and Programming through special tasks solved through programming.
Penmanship
By incorporating penmanship exercises into the curriculum, students improve their handwriting, spelling, and grammar while developing greater confidence in writing—contributing to clearer communication and stronger academic performance.
SRA Reading Program
SRA Power Builders provides personalized reading instruction, enriched content including Filipino readings, and built-in progress monitoring, supporting continuous learning and strong reading skills both in school and at home.
HOCSE (Home-Community-School Experience International Program)
Provides Thomasian Angelicans the opportunity to experience borderless education by learning the culture and tradition of neighboring countries through the exchange of stories, experiences, and collaborative activities.
Junior High School
At UST Angelicum College, the Higher Level program (Junior High School) represents a transformative stage where learners step into independence, sharpen their skills, and prepare for the challenges ahead. This program caters to the academic needs of students through a non-graded, self-paced, modular system of learning, allowing each one to complete the required set of skills per subject at their own pace without the usual time frame. Progress is determined by personal capability, effort, and maturity.
Here, competition is discovered within oneself, and capabilities are never measured against others. This unique approach empowers students to master skills with confidence, embrace responsibility, and build resilience—preparing them not only for Senior High School but also for lifelong success.
Available Programs
Regular Program
Daily on-campus classes from Monday to Friday, with learners accomplishing modules independently while facilitators guide them in learning stations.
Home Study Program
A flexible, DepEd-accredited distance-learning option for learners who cannot attend regularly. Learn more →
Independent Learners
Learners at this stage attend school daily and accomplish modules independently, with facilitators guiding them in learning stations. This level emphasizes responsibility, maturity, and confidence as learners sharpen their skills and prepare for Senior High School.
Highly motivated achievers who master required skills ahead of others may advance to the next set of modules through vertical promotion within the academic year—rewarding diligence and initiative. At this Higher Level, learners require minimal supervision and thrive in self-study, library research, experiments, and independent projects.
Subject Enhancements
Math Made Easy Series
An enhancement for YS8–YS11 levels where experts in Mathematics deliver a lecture series on common topics that can be simplified and made easy.
S.A.L.T. (Special Academic Lecture and Talks)
An enrichment integrated into the subject and part of the department’s month-long celebration, with resource speakers delivering special lectures for deeper understanding and appreciation.
F.L.A.I.R. (Fitness for Lifestyle, Arts & Instrumentation and Recreation)
An enhancement in the Arts, Health, and Fitness that promotes a healthy lifestyle and develops learners’ interest in the arts and in music.
Robotics
The special Robotics Club develops interest in Computer Engineering and Programming through special tasks solved through programming.
Sound It Out (Special Speech Class Series)
A special speech class series that helps learners develop communication skills and confidence in public speaking.
Vectors (Science Investigatory Project)
Allows learners to apply Science theories through research experiments while developing 21st-century skills in collaboration, communication, and creativity.
KAIST G.I.F.T. or JUNIOR KAIST
The JHS Learning Excellence and Global Appreciation Program (JHS-LEAP), in partnership with the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), promotes borderless learning through science and technology-based learning experiences at KAIST—ranked Top 2 university in Korea—alongside collaborative engagement with Korean counterparts and cultural appreciation.
Home Study Program
The Home Study Program (HSP) at UST Angelicum College, recognized by DepEd-NCR in 1996, follows the national curriculum and caters to learners who cannot be physically present in school on a regular basis due to athletic activities, employment, health conditions, or place of residence. It also serves those who have exceeded the normal age of schooling but wish to complete their basic education.
Learners experience a non-graded, self-paced, modular system that allows them to study in a nonconventional way, at their own pace and time, while addressing their special needs and diverse learning styles. Each student is guided by subject-matter expert facilitators assigned to every subject, ensuring mastery and holistic growth. HSP learners are provided with two days of virtual classes each week, complemented by one-on-one consultations, small group discussions, modular activity checks, and oral examinations.
The UST Angelicum Home Study Program stands out as the smarter, stronger alternative to traditional homeschooling. Learners enjoy the freedom to progress at their own pace while benefiting from the credibility, structure, and values-driven excellence of UST Angelicum—nurturing independence, building confidence, and preparing students for success in higher education and beyond, while giving parents peace of mind.
Vision
We envision a world-class and innovative Home Study Program whose learners are dynamically empowered and globally competitive beyond the conventional classroom.
Mission
The Home Study Program commits itself to continuously offer modern and research-based instructional methods that uphold learners’ changing needs, give equal opportunity to the marginalized, and provide access to a non-graded, formal, and learner-centered quality education to its enrolled local and foreign-based learners.
Features
A smart alternative to traditional homeschooling—combining pioneering expertise in home-based education with a safe, smart, and sustainable approach to learning.
Pioneering Excellence
UST Angelicum has been the pioneer of non-graded, self-paced education since 1972. The HSP, recognized by DepEd in 1996, remains a groundbreaking initiative in the Philippines.
Safe & Flexible Learning Station
Learners choose their academic space—a full virtual class or a blended setup with 1–2 days of onsite consultation—ensuring efficient delivery while accommodating diverse situations and lifestyles.
Smart — Subject Expert Facilitators
Unlike traditional homeschooling, UST Angelicum provides licensed subject teachers who guide learners every step of the way through regular discussions, module consultations, and authentic academic support.
Structured Curriculum
The HSP delivers a comprehensive curriculum that meets and exceeds DepEd standards, ensuring consistent, high-quality education across all grade levels.
Sustainable — Reasonable Tuition
Tuition covers only the essential infrastructure needed for distance learning, maximizing value for families, with a carefully optimized miscellaneous fee that keeps quality education accessible.
Flexible, Supported Learning
Learners enjoy studying at home at their own pace, supported by one-on-one consultations, progress tracking, and online resources—ensuring academic progress without isolation.
Holistic Development
Beyond academics, the HSP integrates hands-on classes, character and spiritual formation, co-curricular and extracurricular activities, and life skills training—shaping well-rounded individuals.
Admissions & Placement
Applicants to the Home Study Program, which covers the full Basic Education beginning from YS2, undergo an assessment for level placement and readiness for online distance learning delivery. This process ensures that every learner is matched to the program with confidence and support, aligning each student’s capabilities with the flexible, non-graded, self-paced system.
Strengthened Senior High School Program
Senior High School (SHS) marks the last two years of the K to 12 Basic Education Program, where learners complete a core curriculum alongside specialized subjects under a track of their choice. The SHS Curriculum is designed to produce graduates who are holistically developed in mind, character, and values; equipped with 21st-century skills including innovation, communication, career readiness, and digital literacy; and prepared for the future—whether pursuing higher education, acquiring middle-level skills, entering employment, or embracing entrepreneurship.
At UST Angelicum College, the Strengthened Senior High School Curriculum refines this foundation with a refined academic structure that ensures rigor and clarity, expert faculty members who guide learners with professional excellence, and specialized career pathways aligned with the demands of higher education and industry—empowering Thomasian Angelican learners to rise with confidence, responsibility, and resilience.
Vision
The Senior High School Department envisions itself to create a quality learning environment that embraces innovative technology and excellent instructional rigor in order to develop capable, compassionate, and confident lifelong learners of an ever-evolving global community.
Mission
The Senior High School Department is committed to fostering the learners’ desire to become lifelong learners. By integrating relevant social issues, innovative technology, and high academic achievement in the curriculum, we empower our learners to succeed in our diverse society.
Objectives
Adhering to the Vision, Mission, and Goals of UST Angelicum College, the SHS Department aims to nurture learners who:
- Discover their aptitude in health, engineering, entrepreneurship, business, communication, or any field aligned with their strand;
- Recognize their social significance through research, advocacy, and leadership;
- Apply strong leadership through scientific studies, innovations, and improvements; and
- Develop spirituality by practicing Dominican values of Truth, Justice, Charity, and Fortitude in service for humanity.
Academic Clusters
Core Subjects
Every learner builds a strong foundation through essential core subjects that sharpen skills, values, and perspectives—ensuring holistic growth for both academic success and life beyond the classroom.
Effective Communication / Mabisang Komunikasyon
Develops competence in English and Filipino across personal, social, academic, and professional contexts. Grounded in the CEFR B2 level, it trains learners to communicate with clarity, confidence, and cultural sensitivity through spoken, written, and multimodal forms—shaping responsible, adaptive, and globally competent communicators.
General Mathematics
Strengthens understanding of numbers, algebra, geometry, measurement, and statistics. It builds reasoning, problem-solving, and critical thinking, training students to apply quantitative methods in real-life and academic settings, analyze data, make informed decisions, and communicate results effectively.
General Science
Equips Grade 11 learners with essential knowledge from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth & Space Science. Using a multidisciplinary approach, it develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills while emphasizing sustainability, innovation, and practical application.
Life and Career Skills
Explores the interconnectedness of personal development, health and wellness, and career readiness—developing life skills for self-determination, adaptability, resilience, and leadership in preparation for various pathways.
Pag-aaral ng Kasaysayan at Lipunang Pilipino
Nakatuon sa pagsusuri ng mga isyu at usaping panlipunan at pangkasaysayan gamit ang dulog tematiko, multikultural, at interdisiplinaryo. Layunin nitong palalimin ang kamalayang pangkasaysayan, makabayang identidad, at panlikas-kayang pag-unlad upang mahubog ang mga mag-aaral bilang aktibong tagapagtaguyod ng lipunan at kultura.
(Special) Catholic Religious Education and Dominican Spirituality (CREDo)
Nurtures faith, values, and Dominican formation, guiding learners toward truth, compassion, and service.
Subject Enhancements
Indonesia and Singapore G.I.F.T. (Global Internship & Future Career Training Program)
Designed to help students achieve quality, relevant learning through industry exposure in Communication Studies, Information Technology Studies, Broadcasting, Print Communication, and Technopreneurship.
Master Classes
Opportunities for students to learn from experts in various fields through workshops on entrepreneurship, technology, leadership, and more.
SeoulTech Winter Immersion Program
Practical work experience in a chosen industry through Seoul National University of Science and Technology, a partner institution for international immersion.
Osaka Smart School Project
Collaboration with learners in Japan through partnerships with Kozu Senior High School, the Osaka Board of Education, and Japan Science and Technology for student exchange programs.
Robotics
Special Robotics classes for Allied Health and Engineering career pathways, developing skill advancements relative to medical and engineering-related technologies.
Entrep Camp
An annual flagship event that nurtures the entrepreneurial spirit through real-world business experiences—engaging with customers, handling sales, and promoting brands—developing confidence, creativity, and financial literacy.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, and Mathematics
The STEAM Cluster develops strong analytical thinkers and problem solvers by building solid foundations in mathematics, science, and technology. Learners apply knowledge to real-world challenges through research, experiments, and project-based learning—strengthening data analysis, logical reasoning, and technical innovation. It prepares students for degree programs and careers in engineering, medicine, architecture, information technology, data science, and other science-driven fields.
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| Engineering & Architecture (EA) | Common Courses
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| Informatics (IT) | Common Courses
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Liberal Arts, Communication, and Hospitality Management
The LIACOHM Cluster develops confident communicators and culturally aware professionals—focusing on communication, creativity, human relations, and service excellence. Learners are trained to express ideas clearly, understand diverse perspectives, and engage effectively in social and professional settings, gaining foundational skills in hospitality, tourism, and service management. It equips learners for careers in communication, media, education, tourism, hospitality, international relations, and other people-centered professions.
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| Humanistic Discipline (HD) | Common Courses
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| Communication Arts (CA) | Common Courses
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Accountancy, Corporate Governance, Innovation, Business Leadership, and Entrepreneurship
The AGILE Cluster builds future business leaders and strategic decision-makers by developing financial literacy, strategic thinking, and leadership skills essential in today’s fast-changing economy. Learners gain strong foundations in accounting, business planning, communication, and ethical leadership—equipping them for degree programs and careers in business administration, accountancy, marketing, entrepreneurship, and corporate management.
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| Business Management (BM) | Common Courses
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| Accountancy and Finance (AF) | Common Courses
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