🏫SCHOOL PROFILE

One of the things that really impressed me about NEUST’s academic system is how closely the teachers are with their students. The teachers are experts in their subjects and are dedicated to making sure their students succeed, not just academically but personally. It was striking to see how close the teacher-student relationship is—teachers take the time to get to know each student and make sure they’re learning effectively. Of course, this closeness is still within professional boundaries, maintaining the important distinction between being a teacher and a student.

The campus facilities are also impressive and well-equipped to support student life and activities. There are facilities like health services, a gymnasium, laboratories, classrooms, and many more that ensure students have everything they need to support both their academic and extracurricular activities.

The teaching system at NEUST’s San Isidro Campus for laboratory high school students follows the K to 12 curriculum, which is designed to provide a well-rounded education that helps students grow academically, socially, and personally. The teaching method typically involves teachers giving lectures at the front of the class while students actively listen and take notes. The focus of teaching here is on understanding and creativity, which allows students to engage more deeply with the material. It was amazing to see how active the students are in their lessons, contributing to discussions and showing their creativity in problem-solving.

One thing I absolutely loved was the culture of appreciation here. In the Philippines, students who achieve academic success are celebrated and appreciated, and the concept of an academic achiever is taken very seriously. It’s inspiring to see how students are acknowledged for their hard work and accomplishments, and this culture encourages them to strive for excellence.

Interestingly, the grading system in the Philippines differs from Indonesia’s. While Indonesia has a GPA scale where the highest is 4.0, in the Philippines, the grading system is based on a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 is the highest grade and 5 is the lowest. This small difference in grading shows how academic success is perceived differently, but it’s just one example of how NEUST’s education system fosters a unique, positive, and motivating environment for students.