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Taiwan, Taichung
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Washington International School in Taichung (WIST) features a renovated cafeteria and a growing set of multifunctional arts and cultural classrooms. The on-site library provides access to the WHS Library, HeyRead eBooks, iRead eBooks, and IB DP Library resources, along with online databases such as JSTOR, Core, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and subject-specific resources like InThinking and Kognity. The school supports hands-on learning through STEAM activities, including robotics, 3D modeling, Arduino projects, and iGEM; STEAM Fair events showcase student work and international collaboration. The cafeteria renovation introduced a contemporary dining space with panoramic views, and the campus houses various learning spaces that integrate arts, design, and cross-disciplinary study. The campus participates in international exchanges and collaborations, reflecting its global orientation.
Academic facilities focus on library and digital resources to support inquiry-based learning. The WHS Library offers access to the WHS Library collection, HeyRead eBooks, iRead eBooks, and an IB DP Library, plus online databases such as JSTOR, Core, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and Open Library. Students can also access IB DP learning resources via InThinking and Kognity, strengthening program-specific study materials. The STEAM and design programs use digital design tools and hands-on projects such as 3D modeling and Arduino-based work.
Extracurricular activities include Student Council, Team Sports and Clubs, Debate Team, Culture Clubs, Community Service, and The Student Newspaper MUN. STEAM-focused events such as STEAM Fair showcase robot projects, sustainable city models, and iGEM presentations, with international collaboration components. The school hosts international exchanges and university fairs, expanding students' global networks and opportunities; club activities are documented in campus galleries and news posts.
Washington International School in Taichung (WIST) offers a Grades 7–12 American-styled curriculum with English as the main language of instruction. In Junior High, Chinese Literature, Math and Science are taught in Chinese, while other subjects follow U.S. Common Core standards. The high school program supports SAT and AP exams, and mock TOEFL testing is provided for Grade 9 and 10 students; many Grade 11–12 students take SAT or ACT alongside TOEFL or IELTS, and AP courses are commonly pursued. WIST provides a broad range of extracurriculars, including Student Council, team sports and clubs, a Debate Team, Culture Clubs, Community Service, and the Student Newspaper MUN. In 2025, WIST became an IB World School, offering the Diploma Programme in addition to AP pathways, enabling an AP/IB dual-track approach. The campus is located at No. 26 Buzaikeng Road, Taiping District, Taichung City, Taiwan. Admissions guide students from Grade 7 to Grade 11, supported by a college counseling program that prepares them for universities worldwide.
