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Taunggyi International School was founded in 2009. It is part of the Brainworks-Total Group of Schools, a private network that has grown to nine branches with over 3,000 students and about 500 teachers and staff. The school is authorised as an IB World School, with IB status granted on 20 June 2022, and the Head of School is Mr. Mohan Aiyer. The Brainworks-Total umbrella supports boarding and educational immersion as part of its offerings. The prospectus and school materials emphasize a 21st-century approach to education, leadership development, and community engagement.
The school emphasizes holistic development and community engagement across social, emotional, spiritual, physical, cultural, and academic growth. Student life includes outdoor learning and immersion in the natural world as part of the daily experience. Clubs such as World Scholar's Cup, Running Club, Environmental Club, and Drama Club provide social engagement and skill-building opportunities. TEDxYouth events have been hosted at Taunggyi International School in 2022, 2023, and 2024, reflecting a culture of youth-led inquiry and public speaking.
Public information about a formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not published on public materials. Parent involvement appears to be channeled through school events and clubs rather than a stand-alone PTA. TEDxYouth events in 2022, 2023, and 2024 demonstrate active family participation in student-led initiatives. Clubs such as World Scholar's Cup, Running Club, Environmental Club, and Drama Club involve families during competitions and performances. The prospectus emphasizes community engagement and leadership development as core aims, which typically involve parent support in volunteer roles.
Taunggyi International School is a Brainworks-Total Group of Schools affiliate in Shan State, Myanmar. It offers Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and IGCSE-level 21st Century education on a single campus located at 24/12 Kan Baw Za Street (Wun Gyi Street), in the Yae Aye Quin Quarter of Taunggyi. Founded in 2009, the campus is described as being in the heart of Shan State, surrounded by the Shan Hills and about 50 kilometres from Inle Lake. The school follows a British-based curriculum and holds accreditation as both an IB World School and a Cambridge International School, indicating pathways including IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Typical class sizes are around 1 teacher to 10 students. Admissions are age-based with placement testing for preschool (2–6), primary (6–13), and secondary (12–19). Boarding is planned as an opportunity, with a transport option listed among payable facilities. Languages taught as subjects include Chinese, English, German, and Burmese. Extracurricular offerings include TEDxYouth events and leadership camps, with scouts activities mentioned by students. In summary, the school presents a multi-stage, international program in a rural-city setting with strong emphasis on outdoor learning and global credentials.
