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The WISS Academy provides extension opportunities in academics, sports, and the arts, including STEAM programmes. STEAM programmes are offered as part of the Academy. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning within the IB continuum to support academic enrichment beyond the classroom. The Academy is open to WISS students and to other learners in Shanghai aged 4-18.
The WISS Academy provides opportunities in music, visual art, musical theatre, and dance. These arts activities form part of the Academy's extension offerings. The programs support creative expression through structured classes and performances. The Academy is accessible to students aged 4-18 and to other learners in Shanghai.
Beginner Spanish is offered as an afternoon activity. Language-learning opportunities are part of the after-school program. The after-school activities run on a six-week block schedule. Lower Elementary students participate on Wednesdays, and Elementary students on Fridays.
Afternoon activities include Dance and Movement; Puzzle Club; Watercolor Painting; Mini Masterchef; Chess Club; Board Games; Cross-stitch, and other options. These activities are teacher-driven and run in six-week blocks, designed to complement IB learning. The schedule allows students to sample multiple activities within the school day.
Community Service is a pillar of WISS's education. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is linked with WISS, providing leadership and service opportunities. The school promotes global citizenship and social responsibility through its programs, encouraging students to engage in community-based projects.
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award provides leadership development and service opportunities at WISS. WISS collaborates with international partners to broaden student leadership experiences. These activities support personal growth, teamwork, and responsible citizenship.
Sports are a core part of WISS life; the WISS Academy offers Football (Soccer), Badminton, Swimming, Volleyball, and Basketball. Afternoon activities include Yoga and other wellness-focused options. Active and well-being initiatives are integrated into the daily program.
Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is an IB Continuum school on an 18-acre campus in Xujing (New Hongqiao). WISS opened on 6 September 2006 and offers the full IB continuum: PYP, MYP, DP and the IBCP. The school publishes annual tuition in RMB and includes lunch, textbooks, student support and a complementary uniform allowance in its fees. The campus is described by the school as a short drive from the Hongqiao transport hub, Hongqiao Airport and the NECC, with about 30 minutes to downtown Shanghai. WISS lists four institutional pillars—Academics, Sports, Arts and Community Service—and runs an after-school activities programme that includes orchestra and choir, debate, robotics and a broad athletics programme. The school operates a paid bus service and accepts students from Pre-Nursery (age 2.5) through Grade 12 (secondary).
