Alcanta International College

Mission & Vision

To integrate Chinese cultural roots with IB international education, fostering globally-minded citizens equipped with critical thinking, creativity, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Guided by a student-centered philosophy, the institution emphasizes holistic development, preparing students to thrive in diverse academic and societal contexts through experiential learning and service-oriented initiatives.

Core Values

• Student-centered approach: Prioritizing individual growth, equity, and psychological well-being.
• Excellence & passion: Encouraging intellectual curiosity and resilience.
• Global citizenship: Promoting sustainability, intercultural understanding, and ethical responsibility.
• Community collaboration: Leveraging diverse perspectives for collective growth.

Educational Philosophy

Rooted in IB principles, the curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning, creativity, and real-world application. Balances academic rigor with emotional intelligence, integrating service-learning projects (e.g., elderly care, environmental initiatives) to cultivate empathy and leadership.

1. IBO-accredited IB program: Offers IGCSE, IBDP, and A-Level courses with a focus on holistic education and critical thinking ;
2. International environment: Unique co-educational setting with 25% international students and small class sizes (max 20 students, teacher-student ratio 1:6) ;
3. Personalized education: Tailored curriculum for IBDP preparation (Pre-DP program) and emphasis on individual academic/career goals ;
4. Global citizenship focus: Cultivates intercultural competence through multicultural campus and international exchange opportunities ;
5. Strong academic outcomes: Graduates gain admission to top global universities (QS 50+) with proven IB curriculum rigor ;
6. Experienced faculty: Highly qualified international teachers using inquiry-based methodologies ;
7. Holistic development: Integrates academic rigor with leadership training, community service (CAS), and extracurricular activities .

1. Admissions Achievements (2024 Graduating Class): • 443 overseas university offers received by 63 graduates, averaging over 7 offers per student. • 90% admitted to Top 50 global universities (U.S. News/ARWU rankings), 81% to Top 30, and 35% to Top 10 (e.g., Rice University #18 in the U.S., Carlton College #8 in U.S. liberal arts colleges). • Scholarships totaled ¥11.92 million RMB .

2. Exam Scores & Academic Highlights: • Consistently high performance in standardized tests (e.g., AP, A-Level) and university entrance exams. • Notable achievements in specialized fields: ◦ Architecture (ranked #1 in the U.S.), Hospitality Management (global #2), Game Design (U.S. #6). ◦ First-ever acceptance to University of Toronto and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology .

3. Global Recognition: • Offers from G5 UK universities (UCL, LSE), Top 30 U.S. institutions (UC Davis #33, Washington University #7 globally), and Top 5 Australian universities (Melbourne, Sydney) .