Taipei Fuhsing Private School vs The Primacy Collegiate Academy
Taipei Fuhsing Private School and The Primacy Collegiate Academy are both in Taipei, about 7 km apart. Both schools offer American programmes. Taipei Fuhsing Private School also offers Bespoke, and The Primacy Collegiate Academy also offers Advanced Placement (AP). Published annual fees are NT$242,020 - 600,000 at Taipei Fuhsing Private School and NT$320,000 - 390,000 at The Primacy Collegiate Academy, which puts Taipei Fuhsing Private School roughly 19% higher. Taipei Fuhsing Private School takes pupils from 3 to 18, and The Primacy Collegiate Academy from 14 to 18. Taipei Fuhsing Private School is the larger school, with around 3,288 pupils to The Primacy Collegiate Academy's 130. Typical class sizes are 28 at Taipei Fuhsing Private School and 14 at The Primacy Collegiate Academy.
Taipei Fuhsing is on Dunhua South Road in central Taipei.
Location
The Primacy Collegiate Academy is situated in the Shilin District, a bustling urban neighborhood in northern Taipei. It is highly accessible within the city context, positioned just a 5-minute walk from the Shilin MRT station on the red line.
Stages
Stages
Preschool through senior high school (K-12).
Stages
Grades 9–12. The program leads to an American high school diploma and offers AP courses in addition to regular classes.
School type
School type
Taipei Fuhsing is a private experimental school with a K-12 integrated curriculum.
School type
Private international high school with a Christian orientation; Cognia-accredited. The school identifies itself as a Christian international academy.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
Learning Support (extra learning support) is available to assist students as needed.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation; the school is in Taiwan and offers an American-style diploma with Cognia accreditation.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Christian orientation; the school is described as a Christian international academy.
School day structure
School day structure
The curriculum is balanced across five areas of education: intellectual, moral, physical, social, and aesthetic development.
School day structure
School hours are Mon–Thu 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The day is described as 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on some pages.
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
The school does not advertise a dedicated bus service. It is near Shilin MRT (about a 5-minute walk), so families typically use public transit.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Contact the school for current tuition information.
Fee details
Application Fees The one-time application fee is TWD 5,000.
Tuition Fees For Grades 9 through 12, the base tuition is TWD 285,000 per semester. With mandatory additional fees included, the school estimates the total tuition fees to range between TWD 320,000 and TWD 390,000 per semester.
Other Costs and Fees
Registration fee: TWD 50,000 per year
Uniform fee: TWD 16,800 (one-time)
Facility fee: TWD 12,800 per semester
Activities fee: TWD 8,000 per semester
Textbook fee: TWD 7,000 per semester
Testing fee: TWD 1,600 per year for Grades 9-10; TWD 3,000 per year for Grades 11-12
AP Exams: TWD 4,800 per exam
Graduation fee: TWD 12,000 (one-time for Grade 12)
Optional learning and after-school support: ranges from TWD 50,000 to TWD 150,000 per semester
Refund Information The application fee is non-refundable, but it is credited toward tuition if the student is accepted and enrolls. No other refund policies are specified.
Fee Payment Options Specific payment methods are not detailed on the tuition schedule.
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Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
A 12-year bilingual programme in Chinese and English. Integrated K-12 curriculum with specialised centres: English Studies, Digital Learning, Discovery Experience, Physical Culture, Arts and Humanities, and International Exchange.
Curriculum details
The Primacy Collegiate Academy is a Christian international high school in Taipei serving grades 9–12 and awarding an American high school diploma, with all instruction conducted in English. The curriculum covers core English, social studies, and STEM with standards-based coursework and a broad range of electives, including technology, computer science, robotics, and media production. Primacy offers both AP and regular classes, with the AP program being College Board approved and administered on site; current offerings include AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Physics 1, AP Computer Science A, AP English Language and Composition, AP Microeconomics, AP Pre-Calculus, and AP Chinese Language and Culture. Diplomas available include Standard and College Prep High School Diploma, and the program provides ELL and learning-support services; Primacy is an approved testing center for AP, SAT, and PSAT. The academy is Cognia-accredited, NCAA-eligible, and affiliated with the National Honor Society and Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
32% of students meet medical school standards. 62% meet National Taiwan University standards. MIT admissions two consecutive years. Oxford and Cambridge admissions in 2026.
Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Graduates admitted to MIT, Oxford, Cambridge, and National Taiwan University. Strong university entrance results.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Contact the school at 02-27715859. 2. Applications available for K-12 entry.
Admissions
1. Step 1: Prepare Documents. Prepare Passports for Parent and Child (bring both if you hold passports from more than one country). Provide two copies of a recent 2" x 2" photo. Obtain transcripts from applicable grade levels (8th through 12th). Provide two recommendations from subject-area teachers, using the Student Recommendation Form or the Chinese Recommendation Form.
2. Step 2: Make a Visitation. Schedule and complete a visit to meet with the admissions officer and to tour the school facilities. The visit is an opportunity to ask questions about the program and to see classrooms and campus resources.
3. Step 3: Take placement test. The applicant will take a placement test, which can be scheduled on the same day as the visitation if convenient. The placement test helps determine appropriate course placement for the student.
4. Step 4: Wait for review. After completing the placement test, the admissions team reviews the application. Families are welcome to return for further discussion with the admissions officer and to take another campus tour if needed. When ready to apply online, click Apply Now to begin.