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China, Xiamen
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XIS was established in 1997 as an independent, not-for-profit international day school serving expatriate students in Xiamen. It began in a section of Ying Cai School, and three years later construction began on a purpose-built 33,000-square-meter Pre-K–12 campus in Xiamen's Jimei District. In August 2002, XIS moved into its new campus. XIS is a fully authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programs and has been accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges since 2001. The language of instruction is English.
XIS maintains a family-like atmosphere with strong ties among students, families, and staff. The school emphasizes involvement across grades and divisions, with parents participating in community life and school events. The community represents more than 40 nationalities, contributing to a diverse, globally minded environment. XIS hosts XIAMUN, a Model United Nations conference that has been held since 2010, in addition to regional athletics, arts, and cultural leagues.
The XIS PTSA's mission is to enhance the educational experience of XIS children and their families by partnering with the Board of Directors, school administration, teachers, students, and the local community. It organizes and hosts schoolwide events such as the Holiday Bazaar, Spring Fling, International Day, and Teacher Appreciation Day. Funds and donations collected at these events support student activities and school programs, with a portion donated to local charities. The PTSA also arranges one-day and short-term courses for parents, expanding opportunities for family engagement. Past sessions have included flower arrangement, cooking classes, and parenting seminars.
Xiamen International School (XIS) is an independent international day school established in 1997 in Xiamen, Fujian. It is the only IB Continuum School in Xiamen, offering school-wide Primary Years Programme (PK-5), Middle Years Programme (6-10), and Diploma Programme (11-12). The language of instruction is English, with English as an Additional Language support in some grades. The school serves expatriate children and children from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, providing a globally oriented, inquiry-based education. The campus is located in Jimei District and supports a wide range of academic and co-curricular programs. It emphasizes IB concepts, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding, with a diverse student body representing more than 40 nationalities and a faculty with broad international experience. The campus facilities include art studios, labs, a large library, an early childhood center, indoor swimming pool, gym, and sports fields. XIS maintains accreditation by WASC and membership in ACAMIS; it emphasizes bilingual IB Diploma outcomes and supports a global university pathway.
