Taipei Adventist American School

TAAS is located in Taipei's Shihlin District, Taiwan. The official address is No. 64 Lane 80 Zhuang Ding Rd., Shihlin 111, Taipei. The campus sits on the lower slopes of YangMing Shan in a suburban setting, described as minutes from central Taipei. The main campus is about 4 acres, with two TAAS campuses on YangMing Shan used for school activities.

TAAS serves Grades 1–8, organized into Lower Grades (Grade 1–4) and Upper Grades (Grade 5–8).

TAAS is a private, church-administered nonprofit school offering a Western-style American-based curriculum in a Christian environment. It operates as a day school; the site does not advertise student boarding facilities.

TAAS provides Learning Services and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. The campus includes an EAL building with space for EAL instruction and Chinese language classes, plus a Learning Support staff office. The school lists an EAL Program, an EAL Homeroom, and Learning Counseling.

TAAS is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist education system (North American division accreditation).

Religious affiliation is Seventh-day Adventist (Christian), as part of the Adventist Education network.

The school day conventionally begins around 8:00 am (morning buses arrive by about 7:50 am). The afternoon dismissal is around 3:30 pm, with a late bus at 5:00 pm for after-school activities.

TAAS offers a door-to-door transportation service with designated pickup spots. It serves areas including Tianmu, Beitou, Shilin, Xinzhuang, Sanchong, Neihu, Nangang, XinYi, Song Shan, DaAn, ZhongZheng, and Yangminshan; morning buses arrive by 7:50 am, and afternoon buses depart around 3:30 pm. A late bus at 5:00 pm serves after-school activities and typically returns via Shilin MRT. Designated pickup spots can be set for a semester.

TAAS offers a traditional American-style curriculum for Grades 1–8, organized into Lower Grades (Grade 1–4) and Upper Grades (Grade 5–8). TAAS provides core elementary subjects including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Bible, with textbooks such as Pathways for reading and writing, Reading A-Z, Saxon Math, By Design Science, and My World: Adventures in Time and Place. In the upper grades (Grade 5–8), Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies continue, supported by grade-level Curriculum Guides and aligned to NAD and CCSS standards. An EAL program offers language support for both lower and upper grades, focusing on English, Reading, Spelling, and Handwriting as needed. The school maintains formal Curriculum Guides for multiple grades (e.g., Grade 4 and Grade 5–8), reflecting its standards-driven approach.

TAAS emphasizes holistic education, aiming to help students know God, develop their minds, strengthen their bodies, and create healthy relationships with others. The school describes a student-support ecosystem that includes Learning Support, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and Counseling to support the whole child. Learning Support is delivered within the mainstream classroom with remediation and skill development, and an IEP team process is used for students with diagnosed disabilities. The EAL program provides direct support from an EAL Specialist and indirect, collaborative support through co-teaching with content-area teachers, plus an EAL Homeroom for certain grades, with placement and exit based on WIDA assessments. A dedicated “Message to Students and Parents” within TAAS materials also emphasizes self-esteem and acceptance as part of its wellbeing approach.

TAAS offers Learning Support Services for students needing academic or special educational needs. Admission requires complete documentation of the student's needs, and screening may occur if documentation is not available; the school may decline admission if it cannot reasonably provide the needed support. Once admitted, students with special needs are served in the mainstream classroom and receive support focused on remediation, skill development, and academic support. TAAS is not a specialist SEN institution; services are provided within the mainstream setting rather than a separate special-education program. An IEP team (Principal, Learning Support teacher, Homeroom teacher, Content teachers, parents, and student) may develop an individualized plan (IEP), and accommodations may include an Accommodation Plan, Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP), or Classroom Intervention/Support (CICO) as appropriate.

TAAS's EAL Program is designed to bring multilingual students' language proficiency to mainstream levels. Direct support may include in-class assistance from an EAL Specialist, small-group work, and co-teaching with content-area teachers; indirect support includes collaboration, professional development, and curriculum-resource design. The amount and type of EAL support are determined by EAL Specialists and classroom teachers. In Grades 5–8, students with proficiency at WIDA phase two may be placed in an EAL Homeroom class to build foundational skills before full mainstream placement. Admissions testing for English proficiency includes Kindergarten W-APT or the WIDA Screener, with ongoing WIDA assessments (November and April) to guide placement and exit. The EAL program covers English, Reading, Spelling, and Handwriting, with daily EAL schedules and resources described in TAAS's Learning Support pages.

TAAS provides mental well-being support through its Learning Support & Counseling program, with dedicated Learning Support staff listed on the site (e.g., Michelle Yeh and Shanee Lee). The program emphasizes building self-esteem and a sense of belonging through its messaging to students and parents, beginning with statements such as “You are unique.” and continuing through in-class learning supports. The school's mission and beliefs stress developing healthy relationships and caring for others, which complements wellbeing initiatives. Counseling and support are integrated into the Learning Services, with staff profiles and descriptions visible on the Learning Support & Counseling page. In addition, TAAS communicates wellbeing-related content via its curriculum and classroom practices as part of its holistic education approach.

TAAS publicly documents safeguarding-related processes and policies. The Student Handbook notes that the complete handbook is available in English, Chinese, and Korean, and points to a School Bullying Prevention Plan as part of safeguarding measures. The School Bullying Prevention Plan is accessible through the TAAS resources section, indicating formal safeguarding practices and protocols. These resources show that TAAS has policies to address student safety, bullying prevention, and related safeguarding considerations. The school's stated mission to foster healthy relationships and a safe learning environment is consistent with its safeguarding materials.

1. Request a School Tour. The first step is to fill out the form on the TAAS site or use the Request a Tour page to connect with the Enrollment Coordinator, Ms. Liao, who will arrange a campus visit as soon as possible. If needed, you can also call the office at 02-2861-6400 to schedule a tour. This initial visit is when parents can ask questions, see the campus, and learn about the program before starting the application.

2. Fill out an Application form and pay the Application fee. After you've connected with the Enrollment Coordinator, you'll proceed to submit the online application and pay the application fee. TAAS specifies an application fee of NT$3,500, and completing this step moves you toward the formal review process. You should keep a record of the payment as confirmation.

3. Prepare application documents. Collect and submit the documents listed in the Application Pack, including copies of the foreign passport pages, photos, health forms, school records (where applicable), and the required recommendation forms. The school also requires signed handbook acknowledgment, internet use agreements, and consent forms. On submitting all documents, TAAS will coordinate the next steps.

4. Interview and EAL test. After documents are received, the Enrollment Coordinator will schedule a visit with the principal and homeroom teacher to discuss your child's educational needs and to learn more about your family. On the same day, the child will take an EAL test (WIDA Screener), which includes a standardized component and an interview with the ELA teacher. Plan for about 1 hour 30 minutes of testing.

5. Acceptance Decision. If accepted, you'll receive a letter of acceptance along with two invoices: a registration fee to reserve the spot (about NT$30,000–NT$32,000) and a second invoice for the remaining tuition and fees, due by the stated date. If your child is placed on the wait list, the school will explain the process, and once a class opening occurs you'll be contacted. Payments must be made within the specified timeframe to secure the position.

6. First Day of School. If you join TAAS before the start of the school year, attend Registration Day with your child. You'll receive the supply list in the acceptance packet and prepare accordingly. For midyear starts, drop your child on the first day of school; if you use the bus, note that transportation begins in the afternoon. Lunch can be provided if you sign up for it.

Scholarships. TAAS does not publish formal scholarship programs on its admissions or financial information pages. The school explains its finances in terms of tuition, enrollment, and related fees, and it notes a sibling discount rather than a scholarship. The official 2026-2027 Finance Information indicates a 5% tuition discount for the second and third children and lists standard one-time and per-semester fees; there is no separate scholarship program described on TAAS's site. If you are exploring financial aid options beyond the standard discounts, you may want to inquire directly with the school about any available need-based assistance or external sponsorships.

Waitlist/Pool. TAAS operates a waitlist when a grade is full. After TAAS receives all required documents, the application fee (NT$3,000) is paid, and an interview with the Principal plus the English language assessment results are reviewed, the school places the child on the wait list. Applications are reviewed for approval, and when a class opening becomes available, TAAS will contact the family about the opportunity to enroll. If accepted, families receive the same two-invoice process described above and must submit both invoices within seven days to secure the position; otherwise the spot may be offered to the next candidate on the wait list. In practice, first-grade admissions follow a priority system, and openings are managed with a clear waitlist order.