SEN International Schools in New Taipei City, Taiwan

Last updated 13 July 2026

About international schools in New Taipei City, Taiwan

International schools in New Taipei City are concentrated in suburbs such as Linkou and Xindian and include full K - 12 international campuses, American-style secondary schools and growing bilingual/experimental programmes that serve both expatriate and some local families. English is the usual language of instruction in international tracks, while Mandarin is offered as a core subject or as Chinese-as-a-second-language support in most schools; common curricula on offer include American (with Advanced Placement options), the International Baccalaureate middle- and diploma programmes, and locally authorised bilingual programmes. Annual costs for full international K - 12 places are commonly in the mid-to-high hundreds of thousands of New Taiwan dollars and families should budget additionally for registration/building fees, transport, boarding (where offered), EAL or learning-support charges and overseas trips. Admissions generally follow a northern-hemisphere academic calendar with main entry for the August/September term; schools typically require assessment tests or interviews and families must check passport/residency eligibility and application deadlines well before the spring intake.

Compare 2 SEN / Special Education international schools in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average TWD 18,479), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 2 schools · avg fee TWD 18,479

Schools listed: 2
Curricula: 21
Average annual fee: TWD 18,479
Fee range: TWD 17,039 – 19,919
Most common curriculum: British Curriculum (2 schools)
Oldest: Hankel International Academy (2020)

Hankel International Academy

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 2 to 14

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Ages 2 to 14 years

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, American Curriculum, Australian Curriculum, British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum, French Curriculum, German Curriculum, Indian Curriculum, Korean Curriculum, Malaysian Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Reggio Emilia Approach, Singapore Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum, Thai Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum

Instructs in English

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LUYA Academy

American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum · Ages 4 to 18

NT$17,039 - 19,919

Ages 4 to 18 years

American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Instructs in English, Japanese, Mandarin and Spanish

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FAQs for Taiwan

Who is eligible to apply to international schools in New Taipei City?

Schools licensed as foreign or ‘international’ schools normally admit students who hold non-Republic of China (Taiwan) passports, or returnee students who meet the Ministry of Education’s residency criteria; exceptions and detailed rules are set by the Ministry and local authorities. Other bilingual or international departments that operate within private Taiwanese schools may admit Taiwanese nationals under different conditions, so check each school’s published admissions policy before applying.

What curricula and languages will my child encounter?

You will commonly find American-system programmes (often with AP courses), IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, and local bilingual/experimental programmes that blend Taiwan’s curriculum with international approaches. Instruction in international tracks is usually English-medium, with structured Mandarin classes or CSL support and extra English language learning for students who need it.

How much should I expect to pay and what extra costs are typical?

Full international K - 12 schools in the greater Taipei area typically charge several hundred thousand New Taiwan dollars a year for tuition, and some established campuses bill per semester; for example, published fee schedules for full secondary places run into the mid-hundreds of thousands per semester at some schools. On top of base tuition, expect registration/entrance fees, capital or building levies, bus and meal charges, fees for EAL or special-needs support, optional activities and overseas trips.

When should we apply and what is the usual admissions process?

Most schools operate a northern-hemisphere academic year with the main intake for the August/September term, so application windows and assessment dates commonly fall in late winter and spring; some schools also offer rolling admission or mid-year entry. Admissions typically include an online application, school-set placement or language tests, and an interview or family meeting; schools will also require documentary proof such as passports, transcripts and any residency or visa documentation.

What should parents prioritise when comparing schools in New Taipei City?

Look first for curriculum fit (does the school offer the pathway your child needs - AP, IB, bilingual?), formal accreditation or authorisation (IB, recognised regional accreditation or Ministry approvals), and the strength of English language and pastoral support. Also assess practical matters: location and commuting time from where you will live, transport and after-school care, the school's published additional fees, university-counselling services for older students, and clear policies for special educational needs and safeguarding.