Qingdao Amerasia International School
In short: Qingdao Amerasia International School is a private, secular, co-ed international school in Qingdao, China. It offers Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) and the IB. Stages: nursery, preschool, primary, middle school and high school. Taught in English.
- Type
- Private · Secular · Co-ed
- Ages
- Nursery to high school
- Curricula
- Montessori Model United Nations · IB
- Languages
- English + 2
Awards & accreditations
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IB World School PYP · MYP · DP -
Montessori MUN
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Fees
Fees on request
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Curriculum & results
Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN)International Baccalaureate
QAIS is an IB Continuum school. Montessori Toddler (ages 1.5-3) and Early Childhood (ages 3-6) classes are framed by IB PYP units of inquiry; Grades 1-2 combine the IB Primary Years Programme with the Montessori Lower Elementary curriculum, and Grades 3-5 follow the full PYP, ending with the Grade 5 PYP Exhibition. The IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 6-10) covers Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Physical and Health Education and Design, closing with the MYP Personal Project. In the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12) students take three Higher Level and three Standard Level subjects plus the Core: Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS.
Stages
NurseryPreschoolPrimaryMiddle schoolHigh school
Approach · General Curriculum
QAIS's Peace Education Program aims to help students and staff live by the principles of peace, building a community based on respect, empathy and understanding. The school endorses the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and has a Child Protection Team trained every year, while counselling, learning support and multilingual student support services look after students' well-being.
Languages
Language Arts in the Early Childhood programme are taught in English and Chinese. In the MYP, Language and Literature is offered in English, Chinese and Korean, and Language Acquisition in English and Chinese. Newly enrolled students who are two or more years below grade level in English can join the English Foundation Program, a six-week intensive course.
Englishteaching languageMandarinHighKoreanMedium
Programmes & accreditations
CIS accreditedCouncil of International Schools
Middle States accreditedMiddle States Association
IB World SchoolAuthorised to teach International Baccalaureate programmes
IB Primary Years ProgrammeInternational Baccalaureate
IB Middle Years ProgrammeInternational Baccalaureate
IB Diploma ProgrammeInternational Baccalaureate
Montessori Model United NationsModel United Nations programme for students
Open Days
Visit the school on a date that suits youNo open days scheduled right now. Ask for a private tour and the school will propose a date.
Location
Baishan Campus, Dongjiang, Shazikou, Laoshan District, Qingdao, China 266102
Facilities & services
Facilities
Maker space
The Amerasia Dream Lab combines robotics with art and design: students use 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines and other workshop tools to build their own projects. The campus also has an eco classroom known as The Living Room, used for hands-on science activities.
Services
Field trips / retreatsScholarshipsAgreements with companies
Learning support
Educational PsychologistAttention to diversity
After-school activities
RoboticsDebateScienceMusicSingingArtTheaterCinemaCraftsVolleyballBasketballFootballTable tennisBadmintonTaekwondo
QAIS runs After School Activities for Grades K-12 twice a week in autumn and spring, with clubs in athletics, arts, robotics, service and well-being; recent options include Golf, Taekwondo, Soccer, Table Tennis, Weightlifting, Montessori Math Club, Board Games, Traditional Chinese Performing Arts, DIY Cloisonne and a STEM challenge. The Robotics teams have competed in MakeX and FIRST Robotics events. Music ensembles include a Concert Band, String Orchestra and Mixed Choir, and the school stages at least one musical or drama production each year. Through the Qingdao International Sports Network students compete in volleyball, basketball, football, table tennis and badminton. Students also take part in Montessori Model United Nations, the World Scholar's Cup, ISTA festivals and Week Without Walls trips.
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FAQ
Which curriculum does Qingdao Amerasia International School follow?
Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) and International Baccalaureate.
What language is Qingdao Amerasia International School taught in?
Lessons are taught in English. It also teaches Mandarin and Korean.
How do I contact Qingdao Amerasia International School?
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