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SEN International Schools in Taichung, Taiwan

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About international schools in Taichung, Taiwan

Taichung’s international-school scene is compact compared with Taipei but includes a small number of full English-medium K - 12 schools alongside bilingual divisions and nationality-specific schools (for example a Japanese community school). The larger international schools in Taichung generally follow an American-style, college-preparatory programme delivered in English, while Mandarin is taught as a subject with native and non-native pathways at many schools. Annual tuition for full-time English-medium places commonly runs in the mid-hundreds of thousands of New Taiwan dollars, with additional registration, capital and support fees charged separately. Admission eligibility and the paperwork for “schools for international residents” are governed by Ministry of Education rules, so families should prepare passport and residency documentation early and contact schools well before the new school year.

Compare 2 SEN / Special Education international schools in Taichung, Taiwan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average TWD 544,000), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 2 schools · avg fee TWD 544,000
Schools listed
2
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
TWD 544,000
Fee range
TWD 494,000 – 594,000
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
296 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Morrison Academy Taichung
Oldest
Morrison Academy Taichung (1952)
With boarding
2
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FAQs for Taiwan

What curricula are offered by international schools in Taichung?
Most of the full English-medium international schools in Taichung use an American-style curriculum with high-school options such as Advanced Placement or US high-school diplomas; some smaller providers and kindergartens may offer IB early-years programmes or other international frameworks. There are also bilingual divisions within domestic schools that mix local and international curricula, and at least one school serving the Japanese community that follows a Japan-centred programme.
How much should we expect to pay for tuition and extra fees?
Tuition levels vary by school and by age, but for Taichung’s full-time English-medium K - 12 schools published figures commonly place annual tuition in the low to mid-hundreds of thousands of New Taiwan dollars, with total annual charges often rising when registration, capital/building fees, meal plans and learning-support surcharges are included. Boarding or specialised support services carry separate, additional fees, so compare each school’s fee schedule and refund policy carefully.
Who is eligible to enrol at international schools in Taichung?
Admission to schools designated for international residents is subject to Taiwan Ministry of Education regulations and typically prioritises foreign nationals, overseas Chinese meeting specific criteria, and students with appropriate residency status; exact eligibility and document requirements are set out by the Ministry and by each school. Families should check the school’s admissions policy and the Ministry’s rules early, because proof of passport, residency or other qualifying documentation is usually required.
When should we apply and what is the admissions rhythm?
Schools accept applications at different times but most operate on an annual school year, so it is normal to lodge applications for the next academic year several months ahead; some schools advise having files on record by late winter/early spring for the following autumn intake. Places can be limited in particular year groups, so arranging visits, testing and document submission well before term start increases your options.
What languages are used for teaching and how is Mandarin handled?
English is the primary language of instruction in Taichung’s English-medium international schools, while Mandarin Chinese is commonly taught as a subject and frequently offered in separate native-speaker and foreign-language tracks. If maintaining or improving Mandarin is a priority, ask schools for their Chinese-language pathways and for examples of how Chinese is timetabled alongside the English curriculum.