China, Guangzhou
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- International Baccalaureate (IB) — Alcanta International College is an IB World School authorised to deliver the IB Diploma Programme; the IB Diploma is an internationally recognised two‑year pre‑university curriculum that emphasises academic rigour, interdisciplinary learning and university preparation. (School site; IB authorisation record shows AIC as an IB school since 10 February 2012).
- Cambridge IGCSE (Cambridge Assessment International Education) — the school states it delivers Cambridge IGCSE courses; Cambridge IGCSE is an internationally recognised qualification for 14–16 year olds that provides externally assessed, subject‑based certification and is widely used as preparation for advanced study (A‑levels, IB Diploma, etc.).
- Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA‑CESS) — the school lists MSA‑CESS accreditation; Middle States is a US‑based peer accreditation body whose review process and standards are used globally to validate a school's institutional quality and commitment to continuous improvement.
Alcanta International College (AIC) is an international secondary school in Guangzhou that was established in 2011. The school offers multiple pathways including the IB Diploma Programme, Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Level options alongside a Chinese senior‑high track; class size is described on the site as small-group teaching (about 20 students per class). AIC reports that around 20% of students are international, and the campus includes dormitory accommodation with scheduled boarding check‑ins. The website also highlights subject offerings across sciences, maths, languages, visual and performing arts, and lists extracurricular activities such as business competitions, student council and arts exhibitions. The school's site does not publish annual tuition figures or a total pupil count. (Sources: AIC website pages on About/Academics, IGCSE/IB program pages, facilities and admissions).