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Taoyuan American School (TYAS) offers an American-based curriculum for grades 1–12, taught in English, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses available. The campus sits on the Kainan University campus in Luzhu District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan, and TYAS notes a lake view from the site. TYAS describes its curriculum as American-based and aligned with the California State Board of Education common core standards, with English Language Arts, Writing, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Computer Science and Physical Education taught across the elementary grades; the middle school adds Public Speaking and Journalism, while the high school includes Spanish among its offerings. AP courses have been offered since 2016, with a rotating roster (e.g., AP Calculus AB, AP World History, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Computer Science A, AP English Literature and Composition, AP European History, AP Physics 1, and AP 2-D Art and Design). TYAS supports a door-to-door bus service and emphasizes small class sizes (the site notes a 4:1 student‑to‑faculty ratio). The current principal is Dr. Fujiing Shiue, who joined TYAS in August 2024.
Grace Christian Academy, Taipei is a K–12 Christian international school located in Nangang District, Taipei. The campus address is No. 67 Dong Sing Street, in the Nangang area near exit 3 of Houshanpi Station, with Nangang Park and a hospital nearby. As of May 2024–25, the student body comprised about 160 students in grades 1–12 representing roughly 30 countries. The school publishes annual fee schedules by grade bands (G1–G5, G6–G8, G9–G11, G12); total annual costs range from about NT$650,100 to NT$749,600 depending on grade. The curriculum is drawn from American publishers and tailored for an English‑based, university‑preparatory program, with Bible integrated into daily study and weekly chapel. Language offerings include Spanish, French and Mandarin as part of the foreign‑language program; English is the language of instruction. The principal is Mrs. Bonnie Chow, and the school has WASC accreditation since 2015. The school emphasizes small classes and a friendly, supportive environment.
TCS Experimental Education is a middle school and high school located on the NTNU Linkou campus in New Taipei City, Taiwan. The school sits on the National Taiwan Normal University Linkou campus, about 17 km from downtown Taipei, and shares facilities such as a 500-seat auditorium, biology and chemistry labs, and a large library. The High School program is run in cooperation with the Canadian Ministry of Education (British Columbia) and offers a dual diploma from the Taiwanese education authorities and BC, while the Middle School program is developed with NTNU based on the Jenaplan philosophy, combining inquiry-based learning with Friday experiential activities. The site emphasizes a bilingual learning environment, and its facilities include modern classrooms, extensive IT infrastructure, and access to NTNU's broader campus resources and spaces. This combination supports project-based, experiential learning across both school stages.
Hsinchu American School (HAS) is a private, international school offering education from Grade 1 through Grade 12. It is accredited by Taiwan's Ministry of Education and the Hsinchu Education Bureau, registered with the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), and holds Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation (six‑year terms in 2015 and in 2021). The campus sits on Chung Hua University grounds and provides facilities such as an indoor gym, a 300‑seat theater, a swimming pool, science and robotics labs, a library, music rooms, two art rooms, and a student activity center. HAS follows an American‑based curriculum with an AP program starting in Grade 6, built on Common Core and California State Standards. The academic program uses a rotating A/B day block schedule, with up to eight credits per year and AP courses integrated within the schedule. The school emphasizes university preparation, critical thinking, collaboration and communication, and offers access to university‑level coursework within a community‑oriented setting. The school also notes a bus service to the HSR station as part of its transportation options.
VIS International Experimental Education in Taipei was founded in 2019. The High School site is on the National Taiwan University campus (Xing Yuan Building) near Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, with the Junior High/Elementary campus located on Roosevelt Road in Da'an District. The campus area is in central Taipei, surrounded by major cultural landmarks and university facilities.
VIS International Experimental Education in Taipei was founded in 2019. The High School site is on the National Taiwan University campus (Xing Yuan Building) near Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, with the Junior High/Elementary campus located on Roosevelt Road in Da'an District. The campus area is in central Taipei, surrounded by major cultural landmarks and university facilities.
Morrison Academy Taipei is an international Christian school located in Linkou District, New Taipei City. The Taipei Linkou campus opened in January 2020 at a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility built to accommodate a full K–12 program, with separate learning pods for elementary, middle, and high school, plus spaces for performing arts, a library, indoor and covered outdoor basketball facilities, and a soccer field. Instruction is in English, and Morrison follows an American-based curriculum accredited by ACSI and WASC, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses available. The school is co-educational and does not offer boarding at the Taipei campus (boarding is provided at Morrison Taichung). A MAT bus service is available with multiple pickup options. The campus address is 1 Donghu Road, Linkou District, New Taipei City.
Asia American International Academy (AAIA) is located in Linkou District, New Taipei City, Taiwan. The campus is near the Taoyuan Airport MRT line (A8 Chang-Gung Station and A9 Linkou Station) and is close to Mitsui Outlet Park Linkou and Shine Square. The school offers an American-based curriculum for grades 6–12 and is accredited by WASC.
Lycée International Français de Taipei (LIFT) operates two campuses in Taipei's Xinyi District. The Primary Campus is inside Liu Gong Public Establishment (No. 15, Lane 221, Fude Street), and the Secondary Campus is inside Yong Chun Senior High School (No. 654 Songshan Road). The school opened as an organization in 2022 and is currently offering primary (CP to CM2) and secondary (6ème to 4ème) levels across its two campuses.
Acton Academy Taipei operates as part of the Acton Academy network. The campus is in Beitou District, with the elementary studio a short walk from Xinbeitou MRT Station and the middle/high school studio a short walk from Guting MRT Station. The school emphasizes learner-driven, project-based learning through its Quest framework (Learn to Do, Learn to Learn, Learn to Be) and a focus on three core areas: Core Skills, Collaboration, and Creating. The school currently serves grades 1–9, with plans to launch a high school (Fall 2026). The surrounding area offers nearby parks, libraries, museums, and other community resources.
Taipei American School (TAS) is a private international day school in Taipei's Tianmu area offering an American-based education for KA through Grade 12. The language of instruction is English, with Mandarin taught as an additional language from Kindergarten onward. TAS is hosted on a 15-acre campus in Tianmu, a northern suburb of Taipei, featuring a dedicated Arts Center, science and technology labs, multiple gymnasia, and extensive athletic facilities. The school provides AP and IB pathways within an American framework and serves a diverse expatriate community of around 2,400 students annually. TAS maintains bus service for many Taipei-area residents and emphasizes a co-educational environment without on-campus boarding.
The Primacy Collegiate Academy is a Christian international high school program in Taipei that leads to an American high school diploma. The campus is located at No. 99 MeiDe Street in the Shihlin (Shilin) District of Taipei, a short walk from Shilin MRT on the Red Line. The program follows an American high school framework and is Cognia-accredited, with NCAA and ACSI recognition. It serves grades 9–12 and conducts classes in English, with AP courses available alongside standard coursework. The school emphasizes character development through its four pillars: Live Healthfully, Develop Wisdom, Care for Others, and Know God. The school offers learning support and electives in technology and other subjects to prepare students for global university admission. The Primacy team provides university counseling and testing services for AP, SAT, and PSAT in alignment with College Board practices, supporting students throughout the college-entrance process.
Located in Hsinchu City's Xiangshan District, Hsinchu International School sits on Niu Pu East Road near Xiangshan Elementary School. Founded in 1981, it is an international school offering a Western program taught in English. The school is fully licensed and holds Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation, with ECIS listing. It serves Pre‑Kindergarten through Grade 12 and draws students from around 20 nationalities. Class sizes range from 10 to 20 students, with an average teacher‑student ratio of about 14:1. The curriculum focuses on developing the whole child, combining core academics with arts, languages and real‑world experiences. Students study Chinese, and French is available as a subject; ESL supports learners who need extra help. The campus provides a bus service and a broad range of after‑school activities, including chess, orchestra and swimming. The Head of HIS is Rowena Lines, and the school aims to prepare students for university admission globally.
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