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Yoder International Academy embeds social and emotional learning (SEL) within its core philosophy. The school articulates a vision of Yearning, Open-mindedness, Discovery, Empowerment, and Responsibility as core motivators for learning. It also promotes Knightly virtues—Empathy, Humility, Honor, Sacrifice, Loyalty, Courage, Graciousness, and Courtesy—as a code of conduct for students and staff. The Vision & Mission statements highlight values such as Community Service, Respect and Integrity, and Purpose and Discipline, which support SEL goals. The site does not publish a separate SEL program or staff roster; SEL appears to be integrated through the school's philosophy and traditions.
The school does not publicly disclose information about Special Educational Needs (SEN) support on its site. YIA describes a US-based international program with Taiwanese elements and a student-centered approach, but there is no published detail about learning supports, individualized education plans, or SEN staff. The College & Career Counseling page focuses on college guidance for high school students and does not mention SEN services. There is no indication that YIA is a specialist SEN institution. Publicly available material does not specify the kinds of SEN the school can support.
The school does not publish a formal EAL program on its site. There is no dedicated EAL section or listed staff for language support. However, the site notes English-language assessment through TOEFL-related activity on campus, and the Academics page mentions TOEFL ITP and other English proficiency resources, indicating an emphasis on English language proficiency. The presence of on-site TOEFL testing suggests English language support elements, even if a defined EAL program is not publicly described.
Public information about mental wellbeing support is not disclosed on the school's site. SEL appears to be addressed through the school's philosophy and Knightly virtues, which support social-emotional development. The College & Career Counseling page describes academic and college-planning counseling for high school students, but it does not specify mental health or wellbeing services. There is no publicly available page naming a dedicated mental health team or program.
The school does not publicly disclose safeguarding and child-protection policies on its site. The site structure includes sections on accreditation, admissions, academics, and student life but no explicit safeguarding policy page. For general inquiries, the site provides contact details.
Yoder International Academy (YIA) is an experimental education institution established in August 2019 in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan. It serves students in Grades 6–12 and is accredited by the Taoyuan City Ministry of Education and Cognia, the international accreditation body. The school's US-based middle and high school program is integrated with Taiwan's education framework, with major courses taught in English by teachers from Canada, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The campus is located at 225 Changchun 1st Street, Zhongli District. In addition to core academics, YIA offers cross-cultural experiences, science-related courses, and a range of clubs and service activities, including a Volleyball Club, a Music Festival, and community service initiatives such as Shoes for Life. The school provides college guidance and hosts university visits and guest speakers. The institution maintains dual accreditation from Taiwan and the USA.
