Compare Christian International Schools in Taiwan

Instructs in English

Fees NT$458,000 - 564,000

Pupils 380

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Morrison Academy Kaohsiung (MAK) is an international Christian K–12 school on a 10‑acre campus in Dashe District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The school follows a Christian, American‑style curriculum with instruction in English and offers dedicated programmes for English language learners. MAK operates kindergarten, elementary, middle and high‑school programmes; Mandarin Chinese is taught across primary and lower secondary grades (with AP Chinese and multi‑level Mandarin courses in secondary school) and high school lists Spanish among its language offerings. Campus facilities include a centrally located library (about 20,000 print volumes plus access to Morrison's interlibrary loan), a computer lab, two science laboratories, two music rooms, an art room, a large multi‑purpose hall, a full‑size air‑conditioned gym and a high‑school weight room, outdoor courts, a grass soccer field and track, and elementary play areas. Distinctive elements cited by the school include an Impact experiential learning programme, service‑learning and regular off‑campus trips, project‑based learning in secondary grades, an advisory/mentoring programme, and mandatory online course experience for high‑school students.

Location

42 Jiacheng Road, Dashe District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan 81546. The Kaohsiung campus is located in a suburban area of Kaohsiung and is part of Morrison Academy's three-campus system in Taiwan (Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung). transport on-island is supported by MAK's bus network, which serves Kaohsiung and nearby cities such as Tainan and Pingtung to help students reach the campus.

Stages

Morrison Academy Kaohsiung serves kindergarten through grade 12. The Kaohsiung campus houses elementary, middle, and high school; high school (grades 9–12) is offered on this campus, with Grades 10–12 added in Kaohsiung in 2013.

Type

Morrison Academy Kaohsiung is an international Christian school. Instruction is in English and the school is jointly accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Boarding facilities exist only at the Taichung campus, not in Kaohsiung.

Additional learning support

A dedicated Learning Resource Center (LRC) led by a Learning Specialist (Mrs. Chaulagain) provides inclusive (push-in) and direct (pull-out) support, with individualized instruction, IEPs and 504 plans, curricular modifications, and RTI frameworks. English language learner (ELL) support is part of the admissions framework. Counseling services are available for students, parents, and staff as part of student life.

Country affiliation

MAK operates as an international school with an American-based curriculum and is recognized by Taiwan as an international school; enrollment is restricted to students who hold foreign passports. There is no formal country affiliation to a single nation beyond this international status.

Religious affiliation

MAK is a Christian international school; Bible is integrated into the curriculum and Bible class is required for all students.

School day structure

The school day starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. The school year runs from mid-August to the end of May. Lunch is available at campus locations, and MAK operates a bus system for student transportation.

Bus service

MAK's bus system is the primary mode of transportation for students. Beginning in 2017–18, bus services have been managed by Queen Bus Company, with a MAK bus coordinator (Ashburn Chen). A bus routes map is available, and parents can contact Queen Bus Company or the MAK bus coordinator for details.

Application / New‑student fees

- Application testing fee (per test): TWD 3,500.
- Entrance fee (one‑time, first‑time student): TWD 30,000.
- Registration fee (annual): TWD 30,000 (registration fee is non‑refundable).

Tuition fees (per semester) and annual totals by year group

- Elementary (Grades K–5): TWD 229,000 per semester — TWD 458,000 per year.
- Middle (Grades 6–8): TWD 250,000 per semester — TWD 500,000 per year.
- Secondary (Grades 9–12): TWD 282,000 per semester — TWD 564,000 per year.

Building fee

- Building fee (per semester): TWD 17,500. (Annual building fee: TWD 35,000.)

Additional academic / student‑support fees (per semester, where applicable)

- English Language Learner (ELL) fee: ELL services available for Grades K–8 (fee listed as applicable per semester).
- Learning Needs fees (per semester, by level/service):
- Moderate level of need: TWD 43,500.
- Significant level of need: TWD 60,250.
- Tier Two services: TWD 45,800.
- Tier One services: TWD 26,000.
- IEP or 504 accommodation fee: TWD 7,800.

Optional services and typical charges (per semester unless otherwise noted)

- Hot lunch program (Grades K–12): TWD 12,000 per semester.
- Music lessons (no refund after scheduling):
- Private (30 min): TWD 7,895.
- Semi‑private (30 min, 2 students): TWD 4,940.
- Group (60 min, 3+ students): TWD 3,100.
- Music instrument rental: TWD 1,200.
- School bus: outsourced program; pricing varies by route and service (Kaohsiung City, Tainan and a high‑school shuttle are offered).

Boarding / dormitory

- The Kaohsiung campus does not operate an on‑site boarding/dormitory program; homestays may be arranged locally. (The Taichung campus provides an accredited dormitory program.)

Billing schedule and payment terms (dates given for the 2025–26 academic year)

- Registration fee due date (returning students / early registration): March 24, 2025.
- Fall 2025 tuition due date: May 16, 2025.
- Spring 2026 tuition due date: December 1, 2025.

- Deferred payment plan: a four‑payment deferred plan is available on request for a fee of TWD 1,000. Payments not made by scheduled due dates incur 1.0% interest per month; late payments may also incur a late fee (TWD 1,000) and interest.

- A late fee of TWD 1,000 applies to payments not made by the stated due date; an additional 1.0% monthly interest charge is applied to overdue balances.

Refunds and early‑withdrawal policy

- Refunds on tuition, building and boarding fees (where applicable) are calculated according to a sliding scale. For the 2025–26 schedule the refund percentages are:
- 90% refund — prior to the end of the 5th week before the semester.
- 75% refund — prior to the end of the 1st week of the semester.
- 50% refund — prior to the end of the 2nd week of the semester.
- 25% refund — prior to the end of the 3rd week of the semester.
- 10% refund — prior to the end of the 4th week of the semester.
- No refund — available after the 4th week of the semester.

- The registration fee is non‑refundable. The entrance fee is charged one‑time for new students and is non‑refundable.

- The school may prorate tuition, building and boarding fees for students enrolling after the fourth week of a semester; the Director of Finance may authorize partial refunds for extenuating circumstances.

Accepted currencies and payment options

- Fees are quoted in New Taiwan Dollars (TWD). Payments may be accepted in U.S. dollars using the school's exchange rate at the date of payment; official billing and accounting use TWD.

- Payment methods accepted include:
- Credit card (full amount by due date; credit card must be issued by one of the Taiwan banks listed for school payment processing).
- e‑ATM / online bank transfer.
- Payment at any Taiwan Cooperative Bank branch.
- Check (U.S. dollar checks payable to Morrison Academy; NT checks payable to the school's legal payee).

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is not offered at Morrison Academy Kaohsiung. Boarding facilities are provided only at Morrison Academy Taichung for high school students from outside Taichung; Taichung dormitories are described as home-style dormitories. MAK provides a bus system to connect students from Kaohsiung and nearby cities such as Tainan and Pingtung for daily travel to campus.

Uniform Requirement

MAK does not require uniforms. The school enforces a dress code as outlined in the Student Handbooks.

Food Options

MAK offers a daily lunch box service from two on-site vendors: JiaDe Healthy Meals (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays) and Mibo (Wednesdays). Lunch is monitored by teachers in the Multi-Purpose Room, and high school students may eat in the high school wing.

House System

MAK operates a house program for its middle and high school students. The four houses are Thresher, Mako, Tigershark, and Hammerhead. Houses foster belonging, community, and healthy competition, with regular inter-house events and house points awarded for acts of character, service, and adherence to the annual theme. Each house has its own motto, coat of arms, and a house T-shirt.

Governance and Ownership

MAK is part of Morrison Academy, a nonprofit corporation registered in New Jersey and in Taiwan. Morrison Academy runs three campuses—Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. The organization is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Curriculum

MAK is a K–12 international Christian school with English instruction, operating on three campuses in Kaohsiung, Taipei, and Taichung. Bible is a required course for all students and a biblical worldview is integrated across the curriculum. The elementary program offers core courses in Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Bible, with specialists delivering Mandarin, visual arts, performing arts, physical education, and library/media, and technology introduced as a learning tool. In middle school, Bible study is integrated (New Testament Survey for Grade 6, Proverbs for Grade 7, Old Testament Survey for Grade 8), alongside Language Arts, Mathematics (Grade 6 Pre-Algebra, Grade 7, Grade 8 Algebra I), Science, and Social Studies. The high school program (Grades 9–12) caps classes at 25 students per grade, offers 46 courses with five face-to-face AP courses plus online courses, emphasizes project-based learning and technology integration, and provides AP options such as AP English Literature and Composition for seniors. Additionally, high school includes experiential learning opportunities and service; AP credits are available for select courses as part of Morrison's college-preparatory approach.

Student Teacher Ratio

High school class sizes are capped at 25 students per grade; overall ratios are not published.

Higher Education Progression

Morrison Academy offers a Western-style, college-preparatory curriculum with AP options to support higher education admissions; AP credit is available for select courses, reflecting its North American college-preparatory focus.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Counseling Services on the Kaohsiung campus provide a bible-based guidance and counseling program available to all students, teachers, staff, and parents, with a proactive and preventative focus to help students mature spiritually, emotionally, academically, and socially. Weekly guidance classes are delivered in classrooms at each grade level to promote academic, personal, social, and emotional development and to prevent maladaptive behaviors. The counseling curriculum covers study skills, personal responsibility, conflict resolution, decision making, problem-solving, interpersonal relations, handling emotions, dealing with fears, friendship, vocational planning, stranger awareness, sexual abuse prevention, and character education; middle school topics also include adolescence, relationships, drugs and alcohol, peer pressure, stress, suicide, prejudice, third-culture kid issues, with opportunities for parental discussion. Individual or group counseling is available on an as-needed basis, initiated by parents, teachers, or students, with confidentiality maintained (and parents contacted if necessary for safety). Staff include High School Counselor Mr. Newkirk and Elementary/Middle School Counselor Mr. Chan, both long-tenured at MAK Kaohsiung. The guidance program is part of the school's broader student-life offerings on campus.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Special Services/Learning Center is listed as one of Morrison Academy's seven significant school-wide areas of emphasis, indicating a formal focus on special services at the network level. The Middle School Christian Service Learning program partners with Renwu Special Needs School, illustrating MAK Kaohsiung's engagement with SEN-related institutions and activities. Counseling Services on campus provides emotional and personal support for students more generally, rather than a dedicated SEN program. The school does not publicly disclose the specific kinds of SEN it can support or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. Overall, SEN-related provisions are referenced in partnership and program structures, but detailed campus-level SEN criteria are not published.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Instruction at Morrison Academy Kaohsiung is conducted in English. The Kaohsiung site does not publish a distinct EAL (English as an Additional Language) program or staff dedicated to EAL support. The school's public materials indicate English-language instruction but do not specify EAL services beyond that. The school does, however, provide a counseling program and a chapel/mentoring framework as part of its support services. The school does not publicly disclose EAL-specific provisions beyond the general language of instruction in English.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through Counseling Services, which offer weekly guidance classes and individual/group counseling as-needed. The Kaohsiung campus also provides weekly chapel services for all students, with a formal Advisory Program in the middle and high schools to discuss personal and spiritual growth. University-style chaplains for different levels (Elementary Chaplain Ms. Kristen Lee, Middle School Chaplain Mr. Jim Andrews, High School Chaplain Mrs. Melonie Tam) coordinate spiritual support. The counseling and chaplaincy framework includes a focus on handling emotions, stress, and personal development, with confidentiality maintained in counseling sessions. Discipleship and spiritual emphasis activities, retreats, and leadership events further support student wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Morrison Academy states a commitment to a safe and protected environment for all students, with staff and volunteers required to maintain established safeguards in all interactions with children. The school is a member of the Child Safety and Protection Network (CSPN), and implements CSPN's seven key elements of an effective child safety program. Training for volunteers, substitutes, and vendors is provided, and there are designated confidants to handle concerns about safeguarding. The safeguarding framework also includes formal reporting processes and access to child safety policies and procedures, as well as police report processes. The Kaohsiung campus' safeguarding information is complemented by CSPN resources and cross-campus practices.

History

Morrison Academy began in 1952 in Taichung as a mission-run school for children of missionaries, starting in a bamboo hut with six students. The Kaohsiung campus was established in 1974 to serve southern Taiwan after the DoD school closed. The Kaohsiung campus moved and expanded, and the current MAK campus opened in 2000 on land leased from the Taiwan Sugar Corporation. MAK is part of Morrison Academy, which maintains three campuses in Taiwan and is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Instruction is in English.

Community

MAK's campus sits on a 10-acre site in the Kaohsiung area, with facilities including a library, science labs, a gym, and outdoor fields. Student life features a diverse program of clubs and activities, including World Scholar's Cup, Model United Nations, Math Club, Newspaper, Music and Service, and more. The Impact Program connects middle and high school students with off-campus learning experiences each year, sometimes cancelling on-campus classes to participate. The MAK library houses about 20,000 print volumes and hosts student publications such as The Shark Show, The Shark Post, and Shark Review.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Parent involvement at Morrison Academy Kaohsiung is organized through Parent Action Committees (PAC) on each campus, which work with administrators to address parent needs and coordinate volunteers. Parents are encouraged to participate in school life by volunteering and attending fine arts and athletic events. PACs organize volunteer opportunities for families and help plan community programs. Volunteer roles include classroom support, event coordination, and assisting in after-school activities. The admissions materials note that teachers communicate with parents via announcements, newsletters, and conferences, with PAC serving as a formal channel for parent input. On Mak Kaohsiung, parent involvement is welcomed as an essential part of building a strong school community.

Facilities Overview

MAK's Kaohsiung campus sits on about 10 acres and hosts a range of facilities for academics, arts, and athletics. The academic facilities include two science labs, a central library with about 20,000 print volumes plus access to about 60,000 more via interlibrary loan and thousands more through online databases, and a computer lab. The arts facilities include two music rooms, an art room, and a large multi-purpose hall, with a maker/tinker space available for hands-on projects. Indoor and outdoor athletic facilities include a full-size air-conditioned gym, two outdoor basketball courts, a covered volleyball court, a natural grass soccer field, a smaller practice field, and a track, with a weight room in the high school wing. The elementary recess area has two playsets, two small soccer fields, and a reading deck.

Sports Facilities

Outdoor athletic facilities include two outdoor basketball courts, a covered volleyball court, a natural grass soccer field, a smaller practice field, and a track. A full-size indoor gym is air-conditioned to accommodate Kaohsiung's hot summers. The high school wing includes a weight room.

Academic Facilities

Two science laboratories support science instruction. The MAK library has about 20,000 print volumes, with access to about 60,000 more through interlibrary loan and thousands more via online databases. The library is located at the center of the school and is adjacent to the computer lab. The library is open from 7:45 AM to 3:30/4:30 PM on weekdays.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Two music rooms support the music program, and there is an art room for visual arts. A Creation Lab/maker space supports hands-on projects. A large multi-purpose hall serves performances and gatherings. Dining is provided on site via two lunch vendors served in a multi-purpose room, with high school students able to eat in the high school wing. Outdoor spaces include two real grass soccer fields and a reading deck.

Academic & Intellectual

MAK offers a range of clubs focused on academic enrichment and STEM. Notable high‑school clubs include World Scholar's Cup, Model United Nations, Math Club, Science Club, and Engineering Club, as well as student publications such as SharkPost and Red Cross. The school also supports peer tutoring and leadership roles through clubs like Peer Tutoring and Student Council. The World Scholar's Cup program is a regular feature, with MAK students participating in regional and international tournaments.

Arts & Creative

Arts and creative activities are well represented across MAK's program. Elementary after-school activities include Choir, Drama, Strings & Band, Crafts & Painting, Chess, Cup Stacking, Legos, and Dance. High school clubs include Art with Kids, Film Club, Gardening Club, Math Club, Music Appreciation, Peer Tutoring, Red Cross, Science Club, SharkPost, Typography, and Worship Team, with opportunities for performances, publications, and hands‑on creative work.

Cultural & Language

Cultural and language activities include Model United Nations and World Scholar's Cup, which provide debate, writing, and cross‑cultural engagement. A seventh‑grade culture trip offers off‑site learning experiences to explore Taiwan beyond Kaohsiung. The school also emphasizes global awareness through these programs as part of student life.

Social & Hobbies

Social and hobbies are supported through a broad range of after‑school activities. Elementary offerings include Chess, Cup Stacking, Choir, Drama, Strings & Band, Craft & Painting, Legos, Dance, Soccer, and more. High school clubs provide additional social and hobby opportunities such as SharkPost (newspaper), Film Club, and other creative or service‑oriented groups.

Community & Service

Community service opportunities are integrated through clubs such as Red Cross and Music and Service, which organize volunteering and service activities as part of student life. These clubs support student involvement in outreach and service projects across the school year.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership and professional development are supported by the Student Council and leadership‑oriented programs, plus roles such as Peer Tutoring and Coaching Assistant. A faculty‑mentored mentor program and various class events offer structured opportunities for growth, mentorship, and skill development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

MAK promotes a balanced student life with opportunities to participate in sports and fitness in addition to academics. High school practices typically occur on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, while clubs meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays; elementary after‑school activities also include sports and physical activities such as soccer. The school emphasizes integrating physical activity, arts, and social groups into daily life to support wellbeing.

Admissions

1. Open House (optional but informative): Attend Morrison Academy Kaohsiung Open House to learn about MAK, meet teachers, and tour the campus. Open House is scheduled for February 13, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Registration is limited and closes at 12:00 PM on February 6 (or when capacity is reached). Attending provides a clear sense of MAK but does not guarantee admission.

2. Online application: Begin the admissions process by submitting the online application for the upcoming school year. Applications become available online on November 1 of the preceding year. Designate Morrison Academy Kaohsiung as your first-choice campus; you may email the admissions coordinator if you want to indicate interest in other campuses. After submitting, you will receive an automated email outlining the remaining documents to submit; the file becomes active only once all paperwork is received.

3. Submit supporting documents: Along with the online application, provide passport copies for both parents and the student, and school records for the past two years translated into English. You'll also need two teacher recommendations (with official school emails). The admissions system will indicate any additional documents required to complete your file.

4. Testing and interviews: For Grade 1–12 applications, the deadline is the Grade 1–12 Application Deadline, followed by Testing and Interviews scheduled in April–May (exact dates vary by campus). Kindergarten has its own application timing as well. Please contact the Kaohsiung campus for the precise dates and times.

5. Admissions decision and campus visit: If the student meets admissions requirements, the admissions coordinator will guide you through the remaining steps of the process and coordinate visits as needed. You may arrange meetings with staff or a campus tour during this period. The admissions team will communicate via email after you submit the application.

6. Enrollment and tuition/fees: If admitted, you'll proceed to enrollment and payment of tuition and fees by the dates published for the school year. For the Kaohsiung campus, the current (2025–26) tuition schedule lists a TWD 30,000 Registration Fee, TWD 229,000–282,000 Tuition per semester depending on grade level, TWD 17,500 Building Fee per semester, and TWD 30,000 New Student Application Testing Fee plus NT 30,000 Entrance Fee. Optional services (e.g., lunch, music lessons) are available per semester. Payment can be made by bank transfer, credit card, or other approved methods, with a deferred payment option and related terms. The May 15 deadline applies to tuition/fees in the current cycle, and late refunds and interest provisions exist for late payments.

7. Financial aid and scholarships (optional pathway): If families require financial assistance, MAK participates in scholarship support funded by designated gifts. The Robert Morrison Scholarship fund assists Taiwan-based families in need to access Morrison Academy, with awards contingent on donor funds and availability. Financial aid information is offered through Morrison's support channels, and awarding is governed by the availability of funds.

Scholarships

MAK offers scholarship support funded by designated gifts. The Robert Morrison Scholarship fund specifically provides aid to Taiwan-based families who otherwise could not afford attendance, with awards determined by donor funds and overall availability. Applications for general financial aid are administered through Morrison's Support/Fundraising framework; the granting of scholarships depends on funds and is not guaranteed year to year.

Waitlist

There is no published formal waitlist or applicant pool described for Morrison Academy Kaohsiung. Admissions timelines reference fixed deadlines, testing, and the possibility of “unexpected openings” that may be filled if spaces become available. Open House visibility is limited by capacity, and spots are not guaranteed. In practice, the process relies on space availability and timely completion of the application and testing steps rather than a centralized waitlist.

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