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Nationalities
| Number of students |
501 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Currently the school has students enrolled who are Chinese, American, and Canadian. |
| Most common nationality |
Chinese |
Languages
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes. In all courses except Chinese Language Arts, the language of instruction is English; however, extensive support to enhance students’ language skills is integrated into all course content and learning experiences. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Chinese |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
22 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
Academics
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Admissions
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, in addition to our regular enrollment periods, we allow for rolling admissions, depending place availability. Please contact our admissions team for more information. |
School day
| School start time |
8:00 |
| School finish time |
16:00 |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers many clubs and activities. Activities range from golf and swimming, to film and debate. Afterschool clubs are dynamic and can vary year to year based on the interest of out students. |
Facilities
| Sports facilities at the school |
Tennis courts, hockey field, basketball courts, track, indoor gym, TRX, and weights. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Tsinghua University High School International at Chaoyang first opened its doors on September 1, 2015. Located in Chaoyang District at the National Tennis Center in Olympic Forest Park, THSI – Chaoyang advances a rich history of education excellence with its sister schools under the Tsinghua University “umbrella”. Currently the school has over 500 students in grades 1-12. THSI is an international community, with faculty and staff from many different countries serving a community of both Chinese and international students. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
THSI –Chaoyang offers American-style education with an international orientation. Combining the very best from the Chinese National Curriculum with the best international standards sets THSI apart from other schools which may focus on one or the other. All instruction is delivered in English with the exception of Chinese language courses. In most subjects, the curriculum culminates in College Board Advanced Placement courses. |