Baguio City is a mountain city in the northern Philippines and one of the most popular places in the country to study English. Here is why students choose it – and why they choose BECI International Academy there.
Cool weather all year
Baguio has an average temperature of about 18–24°C all year, much cooler than Manila or Cebu. Students say it makes it easy to stay focused on studying.
A safe city for studying
Baguio is considered one of the safest cities in the Philippines and is known for its study environment. Many female students come on their own every year. BECI campuses have student safety rules, curfews and staff support.
One-on-one classes every day
Philippine English schools are known for daily one-on-one classes with Filipino teachers, so you speak much more than in a big group class. At BECI, group classes have at most 6 students.
A community of schools
BECI is a member of the Baguio English Schools Association (BESA). BESA schools run the official airport pick-up from Manila and Clark.
Why BECI?
- Founded in 2010, with three campuses for three ways to learn: EOP, Sparta and City.
- Students from Japan, Taiwan, Korea, China, Vietnam, the Middle East and more.
- Special programs: SP speaking coaching, LIVE ESL, Coffee ESL (TESDA certificate), AI Coaching and BECI Travel.
Quick answers
What is the weather like in Baguio?
Cool all year, with an average temperature of about 18–24°C.
Is Baguio safe for students?
Baguio is considered one of the safest cities in the Philippines. Students should still follow basic safety rules and campus curfews.
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