Kao Yip Middle School (KYIS)

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Opened 1975

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Taught languages English, Mandarin

Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

KYIS is the international section of Kao Yip Middle School in Macau, serving students from age 3 to 18 as a co-educational day school. The school delivers a K–12 education through the IB framework, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and DP. Instruction is bilingual in English and Chinese, reflecting Macau's multicultural context and encouraging cross-cultural understanding. The Primary and Middle School campus is in NAPE (Avenida Xian Xing Hai); Kindergarten operates at Porto Exterior (A3 Centro Golden Dragon, Rua de Londres). Authorized as an IB PYP candidate in January 2016, an IB MYP candidate in March 2016, and DP in January 2020, KYIS also aims to provide free education of the highest quality to Macau students as part of a firmly established K–12 continuum. Extracurriculars include a Model United Nations team with results and language/heritage events, reinforcing both academics and leadership.

wp.kaoyip.edu.mo

No, 4 R. do Monte, Macao

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The Essentials

Stages

Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School, and High School (K-12).

Type

International Section of Kao Yip Middle School; co-educational; day school; IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP; language of instruction in English and Chinese.

Country affiliation

Macau (Macao).

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Fees

Application fees

- There is no ongoing tuition application fee for enrolment in the International Section (KYIS) for Macau students; the International Section is provided as free education to students in Macau.

Tuition fees by year group

- Tuition fees per term or per year are not charged for regular Kindergarten through Grade 12 places in the International Section for Macau students (the International Section is operated as free K–12 international education).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Because there is no tuition charge for enrolled Macau students in the International Section, there is no standard tuition billing schedule or termly tuition payment plan for those places. For specific one‑off administrative payments when they arise (for example, registration or reservation payments for particular intakes), the school has historically required payment on specified registration dates.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Boarding is not applicable; the school does not operate boarding facilities for the International Section.

Other costs and fees

- Registration/reservation deposit: a one‑time reservation or registration payment has been collected for some intakes in the past (example: a reservation fee of MOP 800 for kindergarten admission in an earlier intake). Parents should note that occasional one‑time administrative payments have been used for enrolment procedures.

- Uniform and sportswear: students wear school uniform and sports kit; uniform items and their styles are specified by the school and are required for students. Costs for purchasing uniform pieces (where applicable) are separate and borne by parents.

- Examinations and programme costs: the International Section delivers IB PYP, MYP and DP programmes; students enrolled in IB Diploma‑level assessment may incur IB examination or related assessment charges where those externally administered fees apply.

- Extracurricular, materials or activity charges: costs for optional extracurricular activities, school trips, specific consumable materials, printed workbooks, or transport services (if provided) are charged separately when applicable.

Refund information

- There is no general tuition refund policy for regular tuition because regular tuition is not charged for Macau student places in the International Section. For one‑time registration or reservation payments historically collected, refund or forfeiture terms have been set in the school's enrolment instructions for the intake (for example, reservation payments tied to a specific registration period).

Fee payment options

- The school provides administrative contact details for fee‑related enquiries; specific accepted payment methods for any one‑time administrative or exam payments (for example, cash, bank transfer or other methods) are communicated by the school at the time those charges are invoiced. For payment enquiries, use the International Section contact information.

Academics

Curriculum

KYIS provides a K-12 international education continuum; The school integrates the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with Macau's formal education system. The school teaches in both Chinese and English and encourages understanding of different cultures. The Kindergarten and Primary sections at Porto Exterior and some Middle School classes have introduced the IB curriculum. The Kindergarten and Primary sections were authorized as IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Candidate School in January 2016; the Middle School section was authorized as IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Candidate School in March 2016; the High School section became IB Diploma Programme (DP) Candidate School in May 2018, and was officially authorized to conduct the DP in January 2020. A K-12 international education continuum is being firmly established to provide free education of the highest quality to Macau students.

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FAQs

What is the age range for students at KYIS and how is the school structured?

KYIS serves students from age 3 to 18, offering a K-12 international education continuum. The school integrates the IB framework with Macau's education system and teaches in Chinese and English. The Kindergarten and Primary sections are at Porto Exterior, with some Middle School classes also engaging in IB study.

Is KYIS an IB World School and which IB programmes are included?

Yes. KYIS provides an IB continuum across PYP (Kindergarten to Primary), MYP (Middle School), and DP (High School). The Diploma Programme was authorized to operate in 2020, aligning with the school's free K-12 international education for Macau students.

Who leads KYIS and when did the school open?

The head of school is Dr. He Cheng. KYIS was founded in 1975, arising from the merger of Hong Kao Middle School and Ngan Yip Primary School, and has since expanded its IB-enabled sections.

Do Macau students pay tuition for KYIS's International Section?

No ongoing tuition is charged for regular Kindergarten through Grade 12 places in the International Section for Macau students; the programme is provided as free education. There may be occasional one-time administrative payments for specific intakes.

Are there any one-time or registration fees I should expect?

There have been occasional one-time administrative payments, such as a reservation or registration fee for certain intakes. These are charged on specified dates as part of enrolment procedures.

Are there IB examination or programme costs I should plan for?

For the IB Diploma Programme, external examination or related assessment charges may apply. Other fees for optional activities, materials, or transport are charged separately as applicable.

What IB programmes are offered at KYIS and at what levels?

KYIS offers the IB PYP for Kindergarten and Primary, the IB MYP for Middle School, and the IB DP for High School. The DP was officially authorized in 2020, confirming the school's full IB continuum.

How does the DP at KYIS provide subject flexibility?

In the DP, students study across six academic areas, including two modern languages, humanities, science, mathematics, and one of the creative arts, with flexibility to choose subjects within these areas to match interests and future plans.

How does KYIS promote bilingualism and intercultural understanding?

KYIS emphasizes bilingual proficiency in Chinese and English and embeds intercultural understanding in the DP framework, supported by language and heritage events and bilingual celebrations.

Where are KYIS facilities located and what campus setup exists?

The Kindergarten and Primary sections are located at Porto Exterior, with some Middle School classes also using that campus. The school has a historical footprint including a Rua da Monte campus, but current facility details are not fully specified.

What notable extracurriculars does KYIS offer?

KYIS runs a Model United Nations team that participated in the 2021 Youth Model United Nations Conference with excellent results, highlighting opportunities for leadership and global collaboration.

Are there multiple campuses or a single campus arrangement?

Kindergarten and Primary occupy Porto Exterior, and some Middle School classes are connected to that campus; historical notes mention other sites like Rua da Monte, but current campus arrangements are not fully detailed.

What extracurricular and leadership opportunities exist beyond the classroom?

Beyond class time, KYIS emphasizes programs like the First Little Diplomat Course and a strong Model United Nations presence, which foster leadership and international-mindedness alongside language and heritage events.

What language and heritage events does KYIS host?

KYIS hosts bilingual celebrations, language and heritage events, and reading-related activities such as World Reading Day parent sharing, all designed to support intercultural understanding.

How does KYIS support student leadership and global engagement?

Leadership and international-mindedness are cultivated through programs like the First Little Diplomat Course and participation in MUN, which provide opportunities for student-led projects and collaboration.

What kind of wellbeing and support services exist at KYIS?

KYIS integrates wellbeing into the curriculum through intercultural activities and a holistic, globally minded approach. Specific SEN or safeguarding programs are not detailed in the available information.

Is there explicit support for language learners or EAL students?

KYIS emphasizes bilingual proficiency in Chinese and English, but explicit EAL (English as an Additional Language) support programs are not detailed in the information provided.

Are there mental health or safeguarding services described?

The governance section notes safeguarding in principle, but there are no detailed descriptions of mental health supports or safeguarding services in the available data.

Is there a school uniform and what does it cover?

Yes. Students wear a school uniform and a sports kit; these are required, and the costs are borne by parents.

Does KYIS offer boarding?

Boarding is not applicable; KYIS operates as a day school without boarding facilities.

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