General Pio del Pilar National High School

General Pio del Pilar National High School (abbreviated as: GPDPNHS, filipino: Mataas na Paaralang Pambansa ng Heneral Pio del Pilar, informal: Pio) is a Public Secondary School located in Osias St., Barangay Poblacion, Makati. It follows the newly-enforced MATATAG curriculum set by the Department of Education for its Grade 7 students while offering the K-12 Curriculum for Grade 8 - 10.

History
Being the first private high school in Makati, Pio del Pilar Educational Institute (PDEI) did a pioneering venture not only in the field of private education but also in high school education in Makati. It was founded in 1947 by former Senator Jovito Salonga.

Its first site was in J. Rizal Avenue cor. Escuela St. until it relocated in F. Zobel St. cor. Morong St., both in Barangay Poblacion. PDEI's existence lasted until 1999 until it was bought by the School Board of the City Government of Makati.

After being purchased, it was renamed as “Makati High School – Pio Del Pilar Annex (MHS – PDP)” under the leadership of Ms. Ma. Corazon L. Jose as the Principal in June 2001.

On June 28, 2002, it gained its independence thus becoming the General Pio del Pilar National Highschool providing quality education for its constituents.

Old Building
The old building was located on F. Zobel St. cor. Morong St., Barangay Poblacion, Makati City. Today, the old building is being re-use as an office of COMELEC along the vicinity of the Makati City Hall

New Building
On May 2, 2014, Makati Science High School transferred to the controversial 10-story building on Kalayaan Avenue, Cembo, Taguig City (formerly Makati). After the transition, the General Pio del Pilar National High School took over the 4-story building.

K-12 Curriculum
The General Pio del Pilar National Highschool follows the K-12 curriculum mandated by the Department of Education. The program aims to provide a sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong learners, and prepare graduates for tertiary education, employment and entrepreneurship. The curriculum includes 5 core subjects and 3 additional subjects for an enhanced, context-based and spiral-progression learning curriculum.


 * Filipino
 * English
 * Mathematics
 * Science
 * Social Studies
 * Values
 * MAPEH
 * Technology and Livelihood Education

In a Facebook post, the school administration commented that the Secondary School does not offer Senior High School programs.

MATATAG Curriculum
The MATATAG or K to 10 Curriculums puts great emphasis on five important skills: The curriculum will be implemented in phases for a smooth transition from the old K-12 Curriculum to the newer MATATAG Curriculum.
 * Language
 * Reading and Literacy
 * Mathematics
 * Makabansa
 * Good Manners and Right Conduct (GRMC)

Special Education (SPED)
The school is the sole accredited public SPED secondary school in Makati City. Special Education ensures the inclusion of Learners with Special Educational Needs into the school system by providing adequate and appropriate support mechanisms and accommodations that would cater to their unique conditions and needs. The program establish that all students have an opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and supportive environment.

Science, Technology and Education (STE) Program
On June 18, 2024, the school announces through Facebook its very first STE program for the School Year 2024 - 2025. The program requires an Admission Test for incoming Grade 7 learners and shall follow the requirements set by the school's administration.