1. To provide the public with information on accredited private schools, this Office hereby announces the Private Schools with Government Recognition and Permit to Operate as of May 5, 2025. (see attached Enclosure No. 1)
2. The list of additional private schools to be issued with permits after May 5, 2025 shall be issued through a separate issuance.
3. The public is strongly advised to engage only with private schools that have been granted government recognition and permits to operate to avoid any potential issues related to legitimacy of educational institution, validity of academic credentials and overall quality of education.
4. Private schools that are included in the list are encouraged to display the copy of government recognition and permit to operate in conspicuous places in their schools.
5. For relevant queries, you may contact the Private Schools Section at privateunit@depeddasma.edu.ph
6. Widest dissemination of and compliance with this Memorandum is directed.
