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TCS Experimental Education

Taiwan, Taipei

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees NT$480,000 - 500,000
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 146
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, STEM
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

TCS Experimental Education is a middle school and high school located on the NTNU Linkou campus in New Taipei City, Taiwan. The school sits on the National Taiwan Normal University Linkou campus, about 17 km from downtown Taipei, and shares facilities such as a 500-seat auditorium, biology and chemistry labs, and a large library. The High School program is run in cooperation with the Canadian Ministry of Education (British Columbia) and offers a dual diploma from the Taiwanese education authorities and BC, while the Middle School program is developed with NTNU based on the Jenaplan philosophy, combining inquiry-based learning with Friday experiential activities. The site emphasizes a bilingual learning environment, and its facilities include modern classrooms, extensive IT infrastructure, and access to NTNU's broader campus resources and spaces. This combination supports project-based, experiential learning across both school stages.

The Essentials

TCS Experimental Education has 146 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
TCS Experimental Education is located on the National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) Linkou campus in Linkou District, New Taipei City, Taiwan. The school sits within NTNU's Linkou complex and shares facilities with the university (e.g., auditorium, science labs, library). The campus is about 17 kilometers from downtown Taipei, with the NTNU campus address listed as No. 2, Ren-ai Rd., Sec. 1, Linkou District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, near the NTNU Research Complex Building A.

Stages
TCS operates two main levels: Middle School (G7–G9) and High School (G10–G12). The Middle School program is developed with National Taiwan Normal University and emphasizes project-based and exploratory learning, while the High School program follows the British Columbia (BC) offshore curriculum and leads to dual diplomas (Taiwan and BC). The High School pathway is specifically described as BC Offshore School Program (Dogwood Diploma).

Type
TCS is a private international-leaning program offering BC-based high school and NTNU-based middle school. It does not provide boarding facilities; the Transportation page notes that no dormitory is provided, though school-run transportation is available. The school also promotes dual-diploma options (Taiwan diploma and BC Dogwood Diploma) for graduates.

Additional learning support
The school highlights ‘Supporting Diverse Learners' within its BC curriculum, describing efforts to personalize instruction and assessment to meet individual needs. There is also a focus on inclusive, inquiry-based learning and mindfulness-oriented elements within the Middle School program. ELF (Experiential Learning Friday) provides hands-on, real-world learning experiences to complement classroom instruction.

Country affiliation
Canada (British Columbia) is formally linked to the High School through the BC Offshore School Program, which grants the BC Dogwood Diploma alongside a Taiwanese diploma. The cooperation with BC's Ministry of Education is explicitly stated. Taiwan is the location for the local diploma issued by the New Taipei City Education Bureau as part of the dual-diploma arrangement.

Religious affiliation
The school does not publish a religious affiliation in its official materials. The published information focuses on international and Taiwanese curricula, inclusivity, and experiential programs.

School day structure
Middle School (G7–G9) teaches core subjects Monday through Thursday with Friday dedicated to experiential and exploratory learning activities. High School (G10–G12) follows a concept-based, competency-driven BC offshore program, with additional Friday-focused experiential learning as part of the overall approach. The program emphasizes hands-on and integrated experiences across the week.

Bus service
The school offers transportation services but does not provide dormitory housing. There are two types of transport: door-to-door pick-up and pick-up at a location arranged by the school, with the specific arrangement varying by semester.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No dormitory is provided. Transportation services are available; options include door-to-door pickup or pickup at a location arranged by the school, with arrangements varying by semester.

Food Options
Hot meals are catered to the school every day; a sample menu is available.

Governance and Ownership
The school was founded by a group of parents who studied and lived in the US and Canada. The high school program is run in cooperation with the Canadian Ministry of Education of British Columbia. The middle school program is jointly developed with National Taiwan Normal University based on the Jena Educational Philosophy.
Fees

Annual tuition at TCS Experimental Education ranges from TWD 480,000 to TWD 500,000 for 2026/27.

TCS Experimental Education (New Taipei City, Taiwan) publishes limited public details on fees through its official site. The public pages indicate a semester-based structure for tuition refunds and that textbooks and uniforms are non-refundable. They also confirm non-dormitory housing and a daily hot meal option, with transportation services available. Publicly posted fee information for the 2025–2026 academic year is supplemented here with data from a recognized international school data source. Data as of January 3, 2026, reflects the 2025–2026 academic year.
Academics

TCS Experimental Education teaches British Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
TCS Experimental Education in New Taipei City, Taiwan, runs a middle and high school program that blends Taiwanese and Canadian educational concepts to deliver a concept-based, competency-driven inquiry learning model. The program follows the Jenaplan (Jenaplan/Jena Educational Philosophy) framework, anchored on four pillars—Work, Play, Celebration, and Dialogue—to support holistic student development. In both middle and high school, curricula emphasize inquiry- and project-based learning, with questions generated by students and teachers guiding investigations. The school runs Experiential Learning Friday (ELF), a weekly platform that pairs classroom instruction with hands-on practicum from NTNU professors or local experts, plus workshops, field trips, and service learning. High school follows a British Columbia curriculum model with an all-learning Know-Do-Understand framework. Graduates in the high school program receive dual Taiwanese and Canadian diplomas, and the school is registered with College Board (US).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
TCS Experimental Education supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a school-wide mindfulness program and mindfulness courses, including the Basics and Practice of Mindfulness Guidance developed with National Taiwan Normal University, with whole-school mindfulness exercises led by teachers to help with concentration and emotional regulation.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school's public pages do not disclose any Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or state whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The site does not publicly disclose a dedicated EAL program, though the school describes a bilingual environment.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through mindfulness-based practices and a focus on emotional intelligence, with mindfulness exercises integrated into daily routines and efforts to reduce stress and support students' mental health.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is addressed via the Code of Conduct, supervised campus safety, and clear policies around maintaining a safe learning environment and respecting students' rights.
Parent Experience

History
TCS Experimental Education was founded by a group of parents who had studied and lived in the US and Canada. They established the school to allow Taiwanese students to stay in Taiwan while receiving an international education. It officially opened after receiving its Taiwanese operating license, with a grand opening on March 24, 2023 at the Linkou campus of the National Taiwan Normal University. The High School program is run in cooperation with the British Columbia Ministry of Education, delivering dual diplomas from the New Taipei City Education Bureau and the BC Ministry of Education. The Middle School program was developed with National Taiwan Normal University based on the Jenaplan philosophy.

Community
Community at TCS Experimental Education is at the heart of how the school operates, with students, families, and staff collaborating to create a culture of trust and shared purpose. The school emphasizes active parent engagement through the Parent-Teacher Association and through formal parent communication via the TCS App. Recent events illustrate this community spirit, including the Celebration of Learning on December 24, 2025, where students showcased learning across classrooms, exhibitions, and performances. Other community activities have included the Terry Fox Run × TCS Family Day 2025 and the Shoebox Project, which involved students and staff across the school.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA is described as a vital partner in shaping student life and supporting the school's mission. Through the PTA, parents and guardians have opportunities to collaborate with teachers, share ideas, and help create meaningful programs for students. PTA activities include organizing events and fostering connections between families, helping strengthen the school community. The school emphasizes strong parent communication through the TCS App, which provides real-time updates on school news, events, and student progress to support PTA efforts. Community-oriented events such as the Terry Fox Run × TCS Family Day 2025 illustrate active family participation and school-community collaboration.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located on the Linkou campus of the National Taiwan Normal University and shares facilities with NTNU, including a 500-seat auditorium, biology and chemistry labs, and a library with more than 20,000 English-language volumes. The main teaching building on the Linkou campus is modern, secure, and completely updated. Classrooms are bright, open spaces loaded with technology to facilitate a concept-based and competency-driven academic program. The NTNU Linkou campus spans 23 hectares, providing open and natural spaces to extend learning beyond the classroom walls. The IT backbone supports 21st-century learning with fast broadband, ASUS Chromebooks, and Viewboards.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include an Olympic-sized pool, spacious outdoor courts, an indoor gym and fitness centre, and more. The school shares NTNU facilities, expanding athletic offerings beyond the school's own spaces. The facilities support a broad physical education program, intramural activities, and inter-school competitions. The combination of spaces enables a wide range of sports and physical education experiences.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are bright, open spaces equipped with technology to support a concept-based and competency-driven program. The school shares biology and chemistry labs and a 500-seat auditorium with NTNU. The library houses over 20,000 English-language volumes. The IT backbone includes fast broadband, ASUS Chromebooks, and Viewboards to support 21st-century learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Student interest clubs are chosen autonomously by students, encouraging pursuit of shared interests and talents. These clubs reflect interests beyond the school curriculum and demonstrate support for expanding learning beyond disciplinary boundaries. Academic clubs are rigorous and internationally recognized, offering opportunities to develop critical thinking, creativity, language, and leadership through competitions or collaborations with schools worldwide. Intraschool sports activities are organized with friendly competition to build school culture and cohesion. Competitive sports teams require regular participation and compete in seasons across spring, summer, autumn, and winter, often against Taipei-area and other schools.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers Academic Clubs that are serious and internationally recognized. These clubs help students develop critical thinking, creativity, language, and leadership skills. Students often participate in competitions or collaborate with other schools around the world. These activities provide opportunities for growth beyond the standard curriculum.

Cultural & Language
Academic Clubs develop language skills and provide opportunities for international engagement. The clubs are rigorous and internationally recognized, often involving collaboration with schools worldwide. Through these experiences, students strengthen language abilities and gain exposure to different cultures as part of leadership development.

Social & Hobbies
Fun Clubs are chosen by students to reflect shared interests and talents. They reflect student interests beyond the school curriculum and encourage exploration of activities outside coursework. Intramural sports are school-based, multi-level activities where students compete in a friendly setting, contributing to school culture. Competitive sports require regular participation and run within seasons, with inter-school competition in Taipei and beyond.

Community & Service
TCS provides opportunities to develop personal and social responsibility through a growing network of community partners. Students engage in community service learning and work to improve lives in Taiwan and abroad. Partnerships include organizations such as the Red Cross Society of Taiwan, Rotary International, World Vision Taiwan, and more.

Leadership & Professional
Academic Clubs develop leadership skills and provide opportunities for collaboration with international peers. Through competition and teamwork, students practice communication, planning, and problem-solving in real-world contexts. These experiences prepare students for future academic and professional settings.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor Education occurs in Grade 11 and 12, where students prepare and train for an adventure of their lives. The coursework and training culminate in a week-long journey of discovery—of their country, their culture, and themselves. The program emphasizes personal growth, resilience, and teamwork as essential outcomes.
Languages

Language Provision
Chinese and English are taught within the program, with Chinese as a core subject in Middle School and English used in admissions and evaluation. The Middle School emphasizes local language and culture with bilingual teaching faculty. High School operates in a bilingual environment through collaboration with the Canadian Ministry of Education (British Columbia), and students receive dual diplomas from the New Taipei City Education Bureau and the Canadian BC Ministry of Education. The school offers Middle School (G7–G9) and High School (G10–G11).

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual instruction in English and Mandarin Chinese.
Reputation

Awards
2) Awards: The school's site does not publish a dedicated list of school-wide awards for the past five years. Public-facing sections such as News & Press focus on events, partnerships, and community activities rather than awarded recognitions. For example, the News & Press pages highlight coverage of events (e.g., Shoebox charity drive, Terry Fox Run) rather than awards.

Accreditations
1) Taiwanese operating license (March 24, 2023): TCS Experimental Education states it received its Taiwanese operating license, indicating official regulatory authorization to operate as a school in Taiwan.
2) British Columbia Ministry of Education – BC Offshore Program: The High School Program is run in cooperation with the Canadian Ministry of Education of British Columbia, and students receive dual diplomas from the New Taipei City Education Bureau and the BC Ministry of Education. This reflects formal collaboration with BC's education authority.
3) National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) collaboration: The Middle School program is jointly developed with NTNU, with NTNU professors contributing to curriculum development under the Jenaplan framework.
4) College Board (US) Registered School: The site notes the school is a College Board (US) Registered School, indicating alignment with College Board programs and recognition.
5) Unique status as BC Offshore Program provider in Taiwan: The Welcome Message identifies TCS as the only provider of the British Columbia Offshore Program in Taiwan, highlighting a distinctive accreditation-like status within the country.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions Process
High School (G10–G11)
Step 1: Info Session Registration. Families register for a scheduled information session and attend it as the first step in the process. In parallel, students complete a student English proficiency evaluation as part of the initial screening. This step helps staff understand language readiness and program fit before proceeding.
Step 2: Application and Required Documents. The next step is to submit the TCS student application form along with transcripts and attendance records from the past two years. The school also notes that additional profiles are optional but strongly recommended, such as recommendation letters and evidence of extracurricular activities to provide a fuller view of the applicant.
Step 3: Interview. Applicants participate in a student interview with the Principal and a separate parent interview with TCS representatives. The interviews assess communication, motivation, and alignment with the school's approach and values.
Step 4: Acceptance and Enrolment. If offered, families confirm enrolment by paying a deposit and submitting required enrolment documents listed in the offer letter to finalize registration.

Middle School (G7–G9)
Step 1: Info Session Registration. Families register for an information session and attend it; an English workshop is scheduled concurrently with the info session in this track. This helps gauge language readiness and ensure parents and students understand the program.
Step 2: Application and Required Documents. As with the high school track, demonstrate readiness by submitting the application form, transcripts, and two years of attendance records. Optional but strongly recommended are additional profiles (evidence of extracurricular activities and up to two recommendation letters) to round out the applicant profile.
Step 3: Interview. The middle school process includes a student interview (a 5-minute English self-introduction during the interview with an English teacher) and a parent interview with TCS representatives. This step evaluates language use, presentation, and fit with ELF/Jena-informed inquiry learning.
Step 4: Acceptance and Enrolment. An offer letter is issued if the applicant is accepted; enrolment is confirmed by paying the deposit and submitting the required documents listed in the offer letter to complete registration.

Sources: TCS Experimental Education admissions pages, including the Application section with steps for both High School and Middle School.

Scholarships
3) Scholarships
The official TCS Experimental Education site does not publish information about scholarships, merit-based awards, or need-based financial aid. There is a Tuition & Fees page that covers refund policies and agency-related fees, but no dedicated scholarships section or guidance on applying for financial aid is provided publicly on the site. Families seeking financial assistance should contact Admissions to confirm whether any internal scholarship programs or external aid options exist and to learn about potential eligibility.

Sources: Tuition & Fees page (refunds and non-refundable items) and the Admissions/Application pages (no scholarship information published).
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