The first school for expatriate (international) children in Southwest China was founded by overseas Chinese.
Mission:
·MIS strives to be a diverse learning community that encourages students to develop global competency and skills that citizens need to thrive and contribute in today’s world.
Visions:
·We will prioritize Chinese skills - speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as well as communication skills of our students.
·We will instill in MIS graduates’ global awareness and critical thinking to making a difference as global citizens.
·We will encourage students to pursue excellence while finding purpose in their lives, at home or abroad.
·We will nurture cultural ambassadors that know China and the West well.
Being trilingual enriches your cultural and social experiences, and opens up a wide range of learning opportunities.
Aside from Chinese language, dance, and mathematics, which are taught using Chinese and bilingual methods, subjects such as Science, Music, PE, Art, STEM, and Drama are all taught entirely in English.
Learning Outcome:
·Elementary school graduation: European standard A2-B1, with a vocabulary of 4,000-5,000 words; equivalent to IELTS 4.0-5.0, TOEFL 60-80.
·Middle school graduation: European standard B1-B2, with a vocabulary of 6,000-7,000 words; equivalent to IELTS 5.5-6.5, TOEFL 80-100.
·High school graduation: European standard B2-C1, with a vocabulary of 8,000-10,000 words; equivalent to IELTS 6.5-7.5, TOEFL 90-110.
Based on the IB's concept of inquiry-based transdisciplinary learning, encompass the study of traditional classical poetry, appreciation of modern literary works, and in-depth discussions of humanities, history, and geography.
Chinese proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing meets the graduation requirements of the Chinese national core curriculum.
All our French teachers are certified by the French Ministry of Education.
Learning Outcome:
·Elementary school graduation: European standard A2-B1, with a vocabulary of 3,000-5,000 words.
·Middle school graduation: European standard A1-A2, with a vocabulary of 2,000-4,000 words.
·French is offered as an elective for clubs at our high school.
·Qualified graduates would be awarded a French high school diploma recognized by the French Ministry of Education, eligible for tuition-free public universities in France and French scholarships in French-speaking regions and countries (such as UniversitéLaval in Quebec, Canada, or the University of Ottawa).
Customized International Education
Use we understand that every kid is unique and learns in distinct ways, As a member of the GreatChina International Education Group, MIS leverages the group's 28 years of expertise in international education to meticulously design a customized international curriculum for students. We are committed to ensuring that our students achieve their goal of being admitted to prestigious universities. Recognizing the uniqueness of each student and their individual developmental needs, we are dedicated to providing a cultivation plan tailored to the aspirations and growth of every single student.
IB-PYP International Curriculum
Based on the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) educational.
Cultivate students' transdisciplinary knowledge, skills, and attitudes, and improve learning ability and self-confidence.
Guide students in independent learning and foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The six subject areas (Chinese, Mathematics, Art, Science, PE, Social Education, and Personal Education) revolve around six IB themes, known as Units of Inquiry (UOI):
Who are we, Where we are in place and time, How we express ourselves, How the world works, How we organize ourselves, and Sharing the planet.
The IB learner Profiles show the characteristics of the type of person our students will become: Principled, Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Open-minded, Balanced, Communicators, Caring, Risk-takers, Reflective, and Thinkers.
Incorporating the educational philosophy of the IB-MYP, we offer a preparatory course for middle school education based on the internationally recognized golden curriculum of IGCSE. Through eight major subject areas including language literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, arts, and physical and health education, we provide students with a comprehensive educational experience. At the same time, we adopt innovative teaching methods such as concept-driven and inquiry-based learning to cultivate students' critical thinking and interdisciplinary understanding skills. Emphasizing the imparting of knowledge, we focus on developing key skills such as communication, social interaction, self-management, and global citizenship through reflection, action, and service.
High School Curriculum (Grades 9-12)
MIS offers the internationally recognized IGCSE curriculum in grades 9 and 10.
The IGCSE, or the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, is the international version of the UK's junior high school diploma, known for its excellent educational quality and global recognition. Currently, the IGCSE is respected worldwide for its high educational standards for junior and senior high school education stages, laying a comprehensive academic foundation for international courses, such as IBDP, A-Level, or AP in the high school stage.
MIS will match the 11th graders with the appropriate IBDP or A-Level curriculum based on their abilities and academic needs for teaching.
The IBDP curriculum is a two-year high school program designed by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) for students worldwide. As the most internationally recognized and mature curriculum system, the IBDP focuses not only on basic knowledge teaching but also on the comprehensive quality and diverse abilities of students and is considered true “holistic education.” Moreover, IBDP results are recognized and accepted by more than 4,000 universities in over 120 countries worldwide.
A-Level (General Certificate of Education Advanced Level), the UK high school curriculum, is a national curriculum system in the UK, recognized as suitable preparation for university entrance globally. Its certificate is recognized by the majority of countries worldwide and serves as an admission standard for universities that teach in English.
Inclusive and Integrated Innovation
The integration and innovative fusion of European and American international quality education with the academic foundation teaching of Asia.
Emphasis on Bilingual Teaching of Mathematics and Science
The integration of the core Chinese mathematics curriculum with the Singaporean mathematical thinking curriculum maintains the academic advantage of international students in mathematics and science, developing critical and innovative thinking needed in science, STEM, and AI programming.
Strengthen International Advanced Educational Philosophy of Holistic Education and Multiple Intelligence
Focusing on the growth and development of students, MIS integrates educational resources and creates community clubs, as well as organizes various levels of competitions both inside and outside the school, domestically and internationally.
MIS encourages the development of Drama, Debate, Mathematics Competitions, International Business Competitions, Art Competitions, and Sports Leagues.
MIS meets the comprehensive and balanced needs of elite families for their children's success and growth
Optimizing and adjusting the Academic Calendar and Daily Study Time Arrangements of International Schools, and minimizing the time and cost spent on after-school tutoring for families, MIS empowers parents to avoid excessive academic pressure and internal competition, allowing children to become confident in world-renowned schools with physical and mental health.
Ivy League Chinese and foreign mentors provide guidance on admissions and career planning, ensuring admission to the top 50 global QS and US universities!
With a professional team of over 300 Chinese and foreign school advisors, GreatChina International Education has helped more than 50,000 students get into elite schools worldwide.
