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Taoyuan American School

Taiwan, Taipei

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NT$116,817 - 128,101
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 13
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Social and Hobbies
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Taoyuan American School (TYAS) offers an American-based curriculum for grades 1–12, taught in English, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses available. The campus sits on the Kainan University campus in Luzhu District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan, and TYAS notes a lake view from the site. TYAS describes its curriculum as American-based and aligned with the California State Board of Education common core standards, with English Language Arts, Writing, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Computer Science and Physical Education taught across the elementary grades; the middle school adds Public Speaking and Journalism, while the high school includes Spanish among its offerings. AP courses have been offered since 2016, with a rotating roster (e.g., AP Calculus AB, AP World History, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Computer Science A, AP English Literature and Composition, AP European History, AP Physics 1, and AP 2-D Art and Design). TYAS supports a door-to-door bus service and emphasizes small class sizes (the site notes a 4:1 student‑to‑faculty ratio). The current principal is Dr. Fujiing Shiue, who joined TYAS in August 2024.

www.tyas.tyc.edu.tw

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The Essentials

Taoyuan American School has 120 pupils, typical class sizes of 13, instruction in English.

Location
Taoyuan American School (TYAS) is located at No. 1, Kainan Rd., Luzhu District, Taoyuan City 33857, Taiwan. The campus sits on Kainan University's grounds in Luzhu District, with convenient access from the Nanzhongyuan Interchange heading toward Zhongli. The school publishes an American-based international program and serves Grades 1–12 from this campus.

Stages
Elementary School (grades 1–5), Middle School (grades 6–8), and High School (grades 9–12). TYAS's site and program pages describe these three levels and their curricula across elementary, middle, and high school.

Type
Private international school offering an American-based curriculum; on the Kainan University campus; operates as a day school with a door‑to‑door bus service (no boarding facilities are listed on TYAS materials). The school is described as American international and California Standards–aligned, with AP courses available.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) program is offered to support English language learners to access mainstream classes, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Country affiliation
TYAS is an American international school. It has authorization from the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and MOE approval, reflecting its US-oriented program within Taiwan.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated in TYAS materials. The school presents itself as an American international program within Taiwan.

School day structure
Elementary (G1–5) day generally runs from around 08:00 to 16:00, starting with Homeroom and consisting of multiple blocks, with a mid‑morning break around 09:30–09:45, lunch around 11:10–12:05, and a Club Time in the afternoon (about 15:15–16:00). Middle School (G6–8) follows a similar day structure with a 08:00 start, morning break around 09:30–09:45, lunch 11:10–12:05, and Club Time 15:15–16:00. High School (G9–12) also starts at 08:00, with class blocks through the afternoon, a lunch 11:10–12:05, and a Club Time 15:15–16:00; specific period details are shown in the HS class schedule.

Bus service
TYAS operates a door‑to‑door school bus shuttle with 22 routes covering Taipei, New Taipei City, and Taoyuan; routes typically serve small groups (about 3–4 students per route). Fees are published per semester and vary by catchment area (Taipei/New Taipei, Linkou, other Taoyuan districts, Luzhu/Taoyuan). Last updated May 1, 2025.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Taoyuan American School ranges from TWD 116,817 to TWD 128,101 for 2026/27.

Here is the current fee overview for Taoyuan American School (TYAS) based on the school's official Tuition&Fee page (last updated May 1, 2025). The figures reflect the 2025-2026 academic year information as published by TYAS. Where relevant, amounts are shown per semester and per academic year, with notes on optional items and refunds.
Academics

Taoyuan American School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
Taoyuan American School offers an American-based curriculum aligned with the California State Board of Education Common Core standards for grades 1–12 with foreign passports. The Elementary School teaches English Language Arts, Writing, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Visual Art, Music, Computer Science, and Physical Education. The Middle School adds Public Speaking and Journalism. The High School includes Spanish and Digital Publications, Visual and Performing Arts, Computer Science, and Physical Education. AP courses are offered on a rotating roster, including AP Calculus AB, AP World History, AP Computer Science A, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Studio Art, AP Drawing, AP English Literature and Composition, AP European History, and AP Physics 1.

Student Teacher Ratio
The student-to-faculty ratio is 4:1.

Exam Results
Iowa Tests are administered for Grades 3–8. The College Preparation Program supports PSAT/NMSQT, TOEFL, ACT, and SAT for high school students. AP testing is available for students who take AP courses.

Higher Education Progression
College counseling begins in Grade 9 with one-on-one college planning to help students select colleges or universities that best match their personal and academic goals. The program guides course selection, encourages challenging coursework, and prepares students for SAT/ACT and related admissions tests. Students have access to AP coursework and college admissions resources as part of college readiness.

Gifted and Talented
AP courses provide acceleration for advanced learners, with a rotating roster including AP Calculus AB, AP World History, AP Computer Science A, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Studio Art, AP Drawing, AP English Literature and Composition, AP European History, and AP Physics 1. TYAS also offers enrichment programs such as World Scholar's Cup and Model United Nations in the middle school.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application and Supporting Documents: TYAS accepts students from Grades 1-12 holding a foreign passport. Class sizes are limited; if a class reaches the maximum, the remaining applicants go on a waiting list. To apply, fill out the Taoyuan American School Application for Admission Google form and upload the required documents. The documents include immunization records and the student's records from the past two years in English, with Grade 1 requiring kindergarten report cards or teacher comments; Grades 2-8 requiring two years of report cards; Grades 9-12 requiring official transcripts for all years; after submission, the application is reviewed within 5–10 business days; overseas applicants may be pre-accepted, but final admissions decisions and grade placement are made after screening.

Waitlist
If a class reaches the maximum number of students, the remaining applicants are placed on a waiting list.
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