China, Ningbo
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The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) fully accredits AIAN. WASC is a U.S.-based regional accrediting body that validates the caliber of international schools and their college-preparatory programs.
ACAMIS (Association of China and Mongolia International Schools) membership indicates AIAN participates in a regional network of international schools in China and Mongolia, supporting collaboration, events, and professional development.
EARCOS (East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools) membership shows AIAN is part of a regional grouping that provides professional development and networking for overseas schools in East Asia.
AIAN Ningbo is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational day school in Ningbo offering an American-based educational program from Early Childhood through Grade 12. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and participates in ACAMIS and EARCOS. English is the language of instruction across all subjects, with Mandarin taught by native speakers. AIAN provides Advanced Placement (AP) courses and SAT testing on campus and follows standards aligned to the American Common Core through the high school program. The school day runs from 8:30 am to 3:40 pm, and After School Activities are offered on select days, alongside a wide range of clubs and competitions. Connect 5 delivers year-long projects with mentors from science, technology, the arts, business and society. The campus supports a diverse, international community with students from many nationalities, promoting global citizenship, leadership, and lifelong learning to prepare graduates for higher education worldwide.