Taiwan, Kaohsiung
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| Name | Age | Fee | Track | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 6 | 433,800 NTD | Primary Lower Level | (core tuition per year: 370,000; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Health examination subject to grade level; Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). Bus, overseas trips and other external charges not included unless explicitly noted. |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 428,500 NTD | Primary Lower Level | (core tuition per year: 370,000; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination not applicable after Year 1; Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 428,500 NTD | Primary Lower Level | (core tuition per year: 370,000; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination not applicable after Year 1; Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 438,800 NTD | Primary Upper Level | (core tuition per year: 375,000; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 438,800 NTD | Primary Upper Level | (core tuition per year: 375,000; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 538,400 NTD | Middle Years Programme (G6) / International Middle Years (G7–G8) option | (core tuition per year: 474,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 7 (National Programme G7–G9) | 12 | 351,400 NTD | National Programme (Bilingual) G7–G9 | (core tuition per year: 287,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 7 (IMYP track) | 12 | 538,400 NTD | International Middle Years (G7–G8) | (core tuition per year: 474,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 8 (IMYP track) | 13 | 538,400 NTD | International Middle Years (G7–G8) | (core tuition per year: 474,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 8 (National Programme G7–G9) | 13 | 351,400 NTD | National Programme (Bilingual) G7–G9 | (core tuition per year: 287,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 9 (Cambridge IGCSE) | 14 | 547,800 NTD | Cambridge IGCSE (G9) | (core tuition per year: 484,000; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 9 (National Programme G7–G9) | 14 | 351,400 NTD | National Programme (Bilingual) G7–G9 | (core tuition per year: 287,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 10 (National Programme G10–G12) | 15 | 388,000 NTD | National Programme G10–G12 | (core tuition per year: 324,200; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 10 (MYP / G10) | 15 | 605,400 NTD | Middle Years Programme (G10) | (core tuition per year: 541,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). Bus and other optional items not included by default. |
| Grade 11–12 (Diploma Programme) | 16 | 611,400 NTD | Diploma Programme (G11–G12) | (core tuition per year: 547,600; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Grade 11–12 (National Programme G10–G12) | 17 | 388,000 NTD | National Programme G10–G12 | (core tuition per year: 324,200; per year extras included) Lunch 24,000; PTA 100; Health examination first semester only (300–1,325); Insurance 400; Pastoral care 30,000; Books 4,000–60,000; Uniform 5,000–9,000 (one-time in Year 1). |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 3,000 NTD | Non-refundable; charged at application submission |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Enrollment Fee | 0 NTD | Not listed in full; not included in annual tuition totals |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Bus (optional) | 0 NTD | If school bus is used, per year fee applies; 40,000 – 87,000 depending on frequency of rides (two semesters) |
| Boarding medical emergency deposit | 8,000 NTD | 8,000; refundable unused portion at end of school year; boarding applies only if used |
| Application fee | 3,000 NTD | Non-refundable; payable upon submission of the application form; per child |
I-Shou International School is a private, co‑educational international/bilingual school in Dashu District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. Founded in 2004, it offers multiple pathways for international-minded learners, including the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), together with the Cambridge IGCSE for some grades and Taiwan's national curriculum for selected cohorts. The campus sits in the E‑Da community area of Kaohsiung and features a boarding house for students in grades 6–12, a diverse programme of global trips, and extensive sports and activities. The school emphasises bilingual education and inquiry-based learning, delivering English as the core language of instruction, with Chinese language study and bilingual options in the upper grades. It is led by Principal Chien Wei (Roger) Lee (since 2022) and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Taiwanese Ministry of Education, with IB programmes and Cambridge IGCSE in its international pathways. The school maintains a strong university admissions track record for graduates and offers a wide range of co‑curricular activities, including Model United Nations, robotics, chess, and a large sports/activities programme.