School News & Updates

On 24 June 2026, one day before the end of the school year, secondary students from GESM and LFM came together for an afternoon of friendly sports competitions. Students competed in volleyball, basketball, table tennis, and chess, enjoying a healthy mix of teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship. The volleyball and basketball games began with GESM taking on LFM in friendly matches before the teams were reshuffled into mixed groups, with students from both schools playing side b

Throughout the school year, students in the GESM Gymnastics Club have been developing their strength, coordination, balance, and confidence through regular training and practice. During two separate showcase events, our Early Years and Primary gymnasts from both the English and German sections had the opportunity to demonstrate their progress and share what they have learned with their families, teachers, and fellow students. The Early Years Gymnastics Showcase highlighted th

Yesterday's Club Showcase provided students from the Ukulele, Glee, and Robotics Clubs with the opportunity to share their achievements, creativity, and passion with fellow students, parents, and staff members. Throughout the event, students proudly presented the skills and projects they have developed over the course of the school year. The audience enjoyed musical performances by the Glee Club, including Haven, and the Ukulele Group, while members of the Robotics Club demon

LFM and GESM The BSM Ultra Meet 2026 brought together young swimmers from across the Eurocampus for a vibrant and highly competitive day in the pool. With determination, discipline, and strong team spirit, the athletes delivered an outstanding overall performance, helping the Eurocampus secure an impressive 4th place finish overall with a total of 29 medals. Beyond the results, the event highlighted the commitment and growth of each swimmer, many of whom achieved personal bes

The ISM Goodwill Gymnastics Meet 2026 brought together student-athletes from international schools across Manila for a day of skill, discipline, and sportsmanship. Hosted in a friendly yet competitive environment, the event highlighted not only athletic performance but also the spirit of collaboration between schools. Among the participating schools, GESM gymnasts continued their involvement in Manila’s international gymnastics circuit, contributing to a growing tradition of

The MISAA Volleyball Division 1 tournament took place on 9 May 2026, bringing together strong school teams from across the league for a full day of competitive volleyball. The German European School Manila Boys Team entered the competition ready to test themselves against high-level opposition. From the early matches, the team showed good energy and a clear sense of cohesion on court. While there were challenging moments throughout the day, the players stayed engaged, communi

Our U11 team took part in a football tournament on Saturday May 9 at British School Manila, joining several schools for a day of matches. The tournament gave the players the chance to compete against different teams, put their training into practice, and gain more experience in a competitive setting. The team started the day well, recording a 4–0 win in their opening game. They played with confidence from the start, showing good teamwork and communication across the pitch. Th

Our students took part in the MISAA Chess Tournament held on 9 May at Singapore School Manila, joining schools from across the MISAA community for a day of competitive but friendly matches. The event included both individual and team categories in the U8 and U14 divisions, giving students the opportunity to apply their skills in a structured tournament setting. In the U8 individual category, one of our students performed consistently well throughout the rounds and was awarded

Over the past two weeks, the GESM volleyball teams delivered a series of competitive matches in the Manila International Schools Athletic Association (MISAA) tournament, with strong performances across both Division 1 and Division 2. On 25 April, the Division 2 mixed team faced CISM in the semi-finals but fell short in a hard-fought match, ending their run in the final stages of the tournament. The team bounced back strongly on 2 May, securing a narrow win against Beacon Scho

Twelve students and two faculty members formed the GESM delegation to Kulturantara - Kulturfestspiele 2026, a cultural festival by German schools in the Southeast Asian region. The event is a biannual gathering that aims to bring together students of the different German schools and provide a platform for them to celebrate music, dance and other forms of art, and exchange cultural influences, especially from each other's host countries. This year's Kulturfest was hosted by th

Congratulations to our 8th-grade student Liam Matthew Cornejo for his excellent performance at the Parañaque City Rapid Chess Tournament last weekend. Competing in a strong field of 64 players in his division, Liam consistently demonstrated focus, discipline, and solid gameplay throughout the tournament. He ultimately secured an impressive 4th place finish. With this result, he represented DESM with determination and composure. In several key matches, he showed strong tactica

by Jeffrey Troyer On Saturday April 25th, GESM’s basketball team signed off on their Manila International School Athletics Association season with a game at held at the Beacon School court. This game featured eleven youthful and spirited players that put their best GESM foot forward in the Under-19 “Battle for Third” place game against Singapore School Manila. Falling behind by nearly twenty points to a deep and strong SSM squad, the GESM boys fought back to cut the lead to

The GESM volleyball teams gave their fans a rollercoaster of emotions over three weekends in March. On March 14, the mixed U-15 team notched their first win of the season against Beacon, setting a confident tone. On March 21, the team faced a tough loss to a different Beacon squad. Then, on March 28, the U-19 boys team took to the court, just a day after the 24-Hour Swimming Challenge. They lost a close match against Everest, and in their second game that day, despite strong

by Jeffrey Troyer On Saturday February March 14th, GESM’s Basketball team continued their Manila International School Athletics Association season with another fine showing. Facing off this time against Nord Anglia at the Beacon School court, seven spirited GESM boys jumped out to an early lead and never looked back. Solid defense and timely scoring saw the team secure the win by a margin of 59-38. Leading all scorers with another 30 plus point game was Mateo A. (Gr. 11)

Based on text by Vanny Masamba On March 14, a group of 17 swimmers from Grades 3 to 10 participated in a swim competition at the British School Manila. Four of them placed in the top 8 in their events, with John Isaac P. earning an impressive 3rd place in the 200m butterfly. For some of the swimmers, it was their very first competition, making their achievements all the more special. Kudos go to the coaches, Coach Vanny Masamba and Coach Katharina Eylens, for their guidance a

by Alka Kumar The newly launched Clay Modelling Club is quickly becoming a favorite among students. With hands‑on activities and guided practice, learners are exploring the basics of sculpting using natural clay. They create meaningful small sculptures while understanding form, texture, and technique. The engaging sessions not only nurture artistic skills but also boost creativity and focus. As interest continues to grow, the club promises to be an inspiring space for budding

Our student-athletes had an action-packed couple of weekends competing in basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics. Highlights include a MISAA win for our Division 1 Boys Basketball team on February 28, and the Division 1 Boys Volleyball team’s first MISAA victory. Our Girls Volleyball team made their season tournament debut at the BSM Volleyball Tournament, while the U15 mixed volleyball team took the court for the first time on March 7. Gymnasts impressed at the BSM Gymnastic

by Merry Zoe S. & Mateo A. (Gr. 11) Last Thursday, our film Off-Grid had its special screening for the younger grades, and it was an unforgettable experience! Though we only showcased about 50% of the completed film, we were happy to share our work with everyone. To add to the fun, we also showed some bloopers that brought some smiles to the audience. Off-Grid tells the story of four distant friends who stumble upon an online post about a hidden treasure deep in a forest tr

submitted by Coach Ferdie Reyes Students from the German European School Manila (GESM) continued their strong run at the second leg of the Manila International School Athletics Association (MISAA) Chess Tournament, held on March 7, 2026. Following their encouraging results in the first leg earlier in the season, GESM’s young chess players once again demonstrated focus, strategy, and determination at the board. In the Under-8 category (32 players), Mark N. (1E) delivered a sol

by Jeffrey Troyer On Saturday February 28 th , GESM’s Basketball team continued their Manila International School Athletics Association (MISAA) season campaign with another game at the Beacon School. The strong and deep opponent this time was Chinese International School Manila. Battling through nearly four quarters with nip and tuck close scoring, the boys held the lead for much of the game before falling behind by a point in the final minute. Not to be deterred, they must

submitted by Kathlene Juliano On February 1, 2026, four talented young gymnasts from GESM brought home an impressive collection of medals from the 4th LTSA Invitational, an accredited artistic gymnastics competition held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila. The LTSA Invitational is a respected event in the gymnastics calendar that draws clubs and competitors from across the Philippines and beyond, featuring multiple age categories and apparatus events for artistic

by Jeffrey Troyer On Saturday February 7 th , GESM’s Basketball team kicked off their Manila International School Athletics Association season with a game at Held at the Beacon School court, eleven eager players started off in fine fashion by getting an early lead of 16-11 at the end of the first quarter. But a deep and strong SSM squad surged back to take a 7-point lead into the third quarter. However, the GESM boys would not give up! They fought back to secure a narrow th

The Cinematics Club -- a project by Grade 11 student Zoe for her CAS requirement -- is excited to announce the release of their first short film, "Where Time Slows". The short film was screened for the first time on December 17, the last school day of the calendar year. It featured the acting performances of several GESM students from different grade levels. "Where Time Slows" explores the theme of being constantly rushed, reminiscent of chasing the White Rabbit in Alice in W

by Demi Üngör Over the past few weeks, our MUN students prepared for their first-ever MUN simulation. The topic, “Should single-use plastic be banned globally?”, helped students learn how countries can work together to solve global problems. This mini simulation was an important step in preparing for our first MUN conference in March. For many students, it was their first time speaking in a formal debate and representing a country. The session was led by Diego (Gr. 11 – Secre