TEDA International School

TEDA International School's high school program offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses to prepare students for university study. The school supports student leadership and academic engagement through programs such as the National Honor Society (NHS) and Model United Nations (MUN). Service-learning is integrated through class projects and service clubs, including Guardian Angels, Shine Home, Roots n' Shoots, and NHS, which develop leadership and problem-solving skills. Electives include computer technology along with other subjects, and Week Without Walls extends learning beyond the classroom through experiential trips.

Fine and Performing Arts at TEDA International School includes Visual Arts and Music as core components. The Visual Arts program emphasizes creative expression, design thinking, and visual literacy, and notes that art can be a path to personal development and real-world skills; it also mentions that creative writing, music, dance and drama are part of a holistic arts education. Music instruction covers composing, performing, listening, and collaborative skills development. The arts program positions art as a meaningful, cross-curricular pursuit that supports communication and critical thinking.

Model United Nations is offered as a student leadership activity, providing exposure to diplomacy and global affairs. Week Without Walls offers off-campus learning in Tianjin, across greater China and parts of East Asia, exposing students to regional culture and communities. National Honor Society is another leadership program within the school's clubs and activities. These programs support cultural understanding and international-mindedness through experiential learning.

TEDA International School runs year-round interscholastic athletics including volleyball, basketball, soccer, badminton, swimming, and track. The program follows a no-cut approach to encourage participation and emphasizes teamwork, personal and collective goal setting. In addition to sports, students participate in service clubs such as Guardian Angels, Shine Home, Roots n' Shoots, and NHS that provide social engagement and community-building activities. Week Without Walls offers off-campus experiences that foster collaboration and social interaction.

Service-learning is a core component, with the school partnering with the TEDA Charity Association to support the local community. Students engage in class projects and service clubs that address ecological solutions, support for disabled community members, fundraisers, and drives to collect school supplies and clothing. Service clubs include Guardian Angels, Shine Home, Roots n' Shoots, and the National Honor Society, and school-wide events like the Walkathon raise funds for local charity needs. The program emphasizes leadership, service, and social responsibility across grade levels.

Leadership development is provided through NHS and Model United Nations, with student leadership programs available. Service-learning projects cultivate leadership, problem-solving, and community engagement, while Week Without Walls emphasizes teamwork and service. AP courses and electives in computer technology and the arts contribute to college readiness and professional skills. The school integrates leadership and service as a core part of its educational approach.

Year-round athletics and sports participation promote physical health and teamwork. The school also emphasizes social-emotional learning through a Positive Discipline framework to support students' well-being. Counselor resources and online learning tips are available to support families and students in managing learning at home. Week Without Walls and service activities provide additional opportunities for outdoor activity, reflection, and wellness.