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Council of International Schools (CIS) — Léman International School Chengdu is a member of CIS with full accreditation, a global standard-setting network for international schools that validates quality, governance, and educational outcomes.
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) — Léman International School Chengdu is a member of NEASC with full accreditation, a U.S.-based regional accreditor whose standards are recognized widely for international schools.
Council of British International Schools (COBIS) — Léman International School Chengdu is a member of COBIS with full accreditation, a British international schools network that provides quality assurance, safeguarding, and professional development opportunities.
Licensed by Chinese Authorities — Léman International School Chengdu is a fully licensed International School, approved by the Sichuan Provincial Department of Education and The Chinese Ministry of Education, ensuring adherence to Chinese regulatory requirements.
Association of China and Mongolia International Schools (ACAMIS) — Léman International School Chengdu is a member of ACAMIS, a regional association that promotes collaboration, events, and a shared approach to international schooling in China and Mongolia. SAT Examination Centre — We are a registered testing centre for SAT, allowing on-site administration of the College Board SAT exam.
AP Examination Centre — We are a registered testing centre for Advanced Placement Tests, authorised by the College Board.
IB Diploma Programme — Léman International School Chengdu is authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme by the International Baccalaureate Organization.
IB Middle Years Programme — Léman International School Chengdu is authorised to offer the IB Middle Years Programme by the International Baccalaureate Organization.
COBIS Accredited Membership (May 24, 2022) — LIS received COBIS Accredited Membership, a recognition by the Council of British International Schools that confirms high standards and access to COBIS networks and quality assurance.
Forbes China International Schools Annual Selection — Top 100 recognition (July 19, 2023); LIS was named among the top 100 international schools, ranking 75th in 2023, reflecting strong overall performance and international standing.
SI Distinct Bronze (July 8, 2024) — LIS was awarded the Nord Anglia Social Impact Programme Distinction (Bronze), recognising commitments to children's rights, global goals, and social impact work within the school.
Academic Edge Tops the World (October 29, 2025) — LIS ranks 37th globally and 4th in the Chinese Mainland for average IB scores, according to provisional IB-Schools.com statistics as of May 2025, signifying strong IB performance.
Academic Strength Recognised at Global Levels (December 1, 2025) — LIS is recognised in the 2025 Top IB School League Tables published by IB-Schools.com, confirming LIS's standing among leading IB World Schools globally.
Léman International School Chengdu is a private international day school located in Tianfu New Area, Chengdu. The campus sits on a 50‑acre site at No. 1080 Da'an Road in Zhengxing County, reflecting the school's large but family‑friendly campus environment. The school serves Early Years (ages 2–4), Primary (ages 5–11), and Secondary (ages 12–18). It is part of the Nord Anglia Education family and delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum through the IB Middle Years Programme (for Years 7–11) and the IB Diploma Programme (Years 12–13), with globally connected learning through Global Campus and collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School. Language of instruction is English, with Mandarin and French offered as additional languages; Korean and German are available to specific cohorts. The school emphasises small class sizes (about 15 students) and a strong university‑placement track, including high IB results and extensive extracurriculars such as leadership and service opportunities, Model United Nations, and Duke of Edinburgh awards. The campus supports a broad cocurricular program, including arts, sports, and STEAM, and hosts a diverse international community with students from many nationalities.
