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I-Shou International School

Taiwan, Kaohsiung

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NT$4,602 - 8,762
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 600
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2004
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum, French Curriculum, Indian Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 6
Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

I-Shou International School is a private, co‑educational international/bilingual school in Dashu District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. Founded in 2004, it offers multiple pathways for international-minded learners, including the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), together with the Cambridge IGCSE for some grades and Taiwan's national curriculum for selected cohorts. The campus sits in the E‑Da community area of Kaohsiung and features a boarding house for students in grades 6–12, a diverse programme of global trips, and extensive sports and activities. The school emphasises bilingual education and inquiry-based learning, delivering English as the core language of instruction, with Chinese language study and bilingual options in the upper grades. It is led by Principal Chien Wei (Roger) Lee (since 2022) and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Taiwanese Ministry of Education, with IB programmes and Cambridge IGCSE in its international pathways. The school maintains a strong university admissions track record for graduates and offers a wide range of co‑curricular activities, including Model United Nations, robotics, chess, and a large sports/activities programme.

Section 1, Xuecheng Rd, Dashu District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan 840302

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The Essentials

I-Shou International School has 600 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.

Location
Location: 6 Xuecheng Road, Section 1, Dashu District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan 840302. The IIS campus sits on the I-Shou University grounds in Dashu District, Kaohsiung, providing access to university facilities and a campus environment oriented toward higher education. The school operates a transportation network with Eda Bus Company to move hundreds of students to Kaohsiung City and surrounding areas.

Stages
Levels: NK-K2 Pre-School; Primary G1-G5; Middle Years G6-G8 (MYP); IGCSE G9-G10; Diploma G11-G12 (DP); Secondary Bilingual Programme G7-G12; Grade 7-12 National is also offered.

Type
School type: Private, co-educational, international/bilingual day school with a Boarding House option for some year groups.

Additional learning support
Additional learning support: The Student Support program provides life guidance and counseling; IIS counselors support personal growth and career goals, and if additional resources are needed, the school will work with the student and family to access appropriate help.

Country affiliation
Country affiliation: The school is based in Taiwan and is accredited by the Taiwan Ministry of Education; it is not listed as affiliated with a specific country.

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation: No explicit religious affiliation is listed; IIS presents itself as a bilingual international day/boarding school.

School day structure
Day structure: The school year runs from early September to late June. School hours are 8:00 a.m.–4:25 p.m. (grades 1–12) from Monday to Friday, with 8:00 a.m.–3:05 p.m. on Wednesdays for grades 1–12.

Bus service
School bus service: IIS partners with the Eda Bus Company to transport hundreds of students across Kaohsiung and surrounding areas, with more than a dozen buses and four dedicated routes to Tainan. Buses arrive at school between 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. and depart at 5:10 p.m.; buses are modern, air-conditioned, and equipped with video cameras and GPS tracking.
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Fees

Annual tuition at I-Shou International School ranges from TWD 4,602 to TWD 8,762 for 2026/27.

Application Fees

- Application fee: TWD 3,000 per child, payable upon submission of the application form. This application fee is non-refundable.

Tuition Fees (core tuition — per semester and per year)

- Primary Lower Level (G1–G3): TWD 185,000 per semester — TWD 370,000 per year.
- Primary Upper Level (G4–G5): TWD 187,500 per semester — TWD 375,000 per year.
- Middle Years Programme / G6: TWD 237,300 per semester — TWD 474,600 per year.
- International Middle Years (G7–G8): TWD 237,300 per semester — TWD 474,600 per year.
- Cambridge IGCSE (G9): TWD 242,000 per semester — TWD 484,000 per year.
- Middle Years / G10: TWD 270,800 per semester — TWD 541,600 per year.
- Diploma Programme (G11–G12): TWD 273,800 per semester — TWD 547,600 per year.
- National Programme (Bilingual) G7–G9: TWD 143,800 per semester — TWD 287,600 per year.
- National Programme (Bilingual) G10–G12: TWD 162,100 per semester — TWD 324,200 per year.

These amounts are listed as the core tuition charges (per semester) and can be doubled to calculate the annual tuition.

Required Fees (per semester unless otherwise stated)

- Lunch: TWD 12,000 per semester.
- Health examination: TWD 300 – TWD 1,325 (first semester only and subject to grade level).
- Parent Association fee: TWD 100 per household.
- Student insurance: TWD 200 per semester.

Additional Fees and Typical Ranges (per semester or as noted)

- Bus fee (subject to frequency of rides): TWD 20,000 – TWD 43,500 per semester.
- Boarding fee (subject to number of boarding days): TWD 62,000 – TWD 135,000 per semester. Daily breakfast and dinner are included. An TWD 8,000 medical emergency deposit will be withheld prior to check–in; the unused amount will be refunded at the end of each school year.
- Pastoral care for international students (where the school arranges guardianship support): TWD 15,000 per semester.
- Books (subject to grade level): TWD 2,000 – TWD 30,000 per semester.
- Uniform: TWD 5,000 – TWD 9,000 (subject to number of pieces).
- DP (Diploma Programme) exam registration & administration fee: TWD 4,200 per subject.
- E.X.P.L.O.R.E. Program Trips — overseas: TWD 120,000 – NTD 200,000 (per trip); on‑island trip TWD 15,000 – TWD 40,000 (per trip).

Note: fees do not include purchases such as school uniform, personal equipment or IT devices, external examination charges, excursions, school bus and overseas trips, and after‑school activities provided by external providers; some additional charges may require direct or advance payment.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

- Billing frequency and timing: Fees are payable on a term‑by‑term basis and must be paid in advance. Discounts are available for families with two or more children enrolled; please inquire for details.
- Payment options: online credit card payments, bank counters, ATMs, remittance, and online ATM transfers (payments are processed via the bank e‑billing system). After bank transfer or remittance, a scanned copy of the transfer should be emailed to the school or the transfer faxed; the school requests the full name of the child(ren) and entry grade level be included with payment documentation.

Refunds, Deposits and Related Policies

- Application fee: non-refundable.
- Boarding medical emergency deposit (TWD 8,000): the unused portion of this deposit will be refunded at the end of each school year.
Academics

I-Shou International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum, French Curriculum, Indian Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
The school is an IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), and to teach the Taiwan Ministry of Education National Curriculum for Grades 9–12. The Primary Department in Grades 1–6 completes the PYP and MYP in a blended IB and MOE programme in a bilingual environment with dual-homeroom teachers. The MYP runs from Grade 6 to 10, and Grades 9–10 can follow the Cambridge IGCSE as part of a dual-track junior pathway, while Grades 11–12 pursue the IB Diploma Programme. The Diploma Programme core components are Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service, with DP subjects across six groups: Studies in Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics and the Arts. A National/MOE pathway is available for Grades 7–12, and the school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, international-mindedness and university admissions support for both local and international destinations.
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Submit Application and Supporting Documents. Submit a completed Application Form for I-Shou International School along with identification documents. For Taiwanese citizens, include a copy of the applicant's passport; for international applicants, include copies of the passport and the Alien Resident Certificate. Official transcripts or report cards from the previous two academic years must be provided, and if the school is outside Taiwan, authorization of the two academic years' report cards is required. An application fee of NT$3,000 per child is payable upon submission and is non-refundable. Admission remains subject to age eligibility, fulfillment of selection criteria, the school having a place in the appropriate year, and payment of enrolment fees and the first term's tuition, along with written acceptance of the Terms and Conditions.

Scholarships
Step 3: Interview and Testing. Upon successful review, an oral interview and tests are scheduled; the applicant and family transfer the application and test fee of NT$3,000 prior to the interview and testing. The test and interview scope varies by program: PYP Grade 1-5 requires an oral interview plus English, Chinese, and Math; MYP Grade 6-8 and 10 require an oral interview plus English and Chinese tests; Cambridge IGCSE Grade 9 requires English and Chinese tests; Diploma Programme Grade 11-12 requires English and Chinese tests; National Programme Grade 7-12 requires a bilingual oral interview plus English, Chinese, and Math tests. Testing typically lasts 1 to 2.5 hours depending on age and requirements. An in-class morning/afternoon session may be included as part of the admissions review process., Step 4: Acceptance Decision. After testing and a final documents review, an acceptance decision is made. If accepted, tuition and fees must be paid by the designated due date to reserve the seat; failure to meet the deadline may result in forfeiture of enrollment and placement on the waiting list. An accepted applicant must provide Student Medical Information and Student Enrollment Information as a condition of enrollment; IIS will not discuss or release an applicant's information to anyone other than the applicant and the parent/legal guardian, and applications from educational agencies or consultants are not accepted. , Step 5: Enrollment Documentation and Confirmation. Following acceptance and written confirmation, the family completes enrollment paperwork, including medical and enrollment forms. All submitted documents become the property of IIS and are not returned after the application process; further, the school emphasizes confidentiality and does not release information to third parties without written consent. (Citations: Admissions Overview; Entry Requirements)

Waitlist
Step 2: Review and waitlist. After submission, the Admissions Office reviews the documents to determine whether an interview and test can be offered. If the applicant meets the criteria, the family is contacted to schedule an interview and testing. If no place is available in the requested year, the applicant is placed on a waiting list, and families are contacted as spaces become available. Depending on time since the last assessment, a further assessment may be required, and this second assessment may be offered at no charge.
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