BASIS International School Hangzhou (BIHZ)

Mission

To nurture globally competent, intellectually vibrant, and ethically grounded individuals through a student-centered, holistic education integrating rigorous academics with character development, fostering lifelong learners and proactive contributors to society.

Vision

To be a leading international educational community where innovation, diversity, and cross-cultural understanding drive exceptional growth, empowering students to excel in an interconnected world.

Core Values

Academic excellence, global citizenship, creativity, respect, resilience.

Educational Philosophy & Approach

Guided by whole-person development, offers a globally benchmarked curriculum (e.g., IB/AP-aligned) blending international standards with localized insights.

1. Affiliation with BASIS Global Network Fully integrated into the globally recognized BASIS network, adopting its rigorous curriculum, assessments, and faculty training systems to ensure educational excellence .

2. STEM-Focused Liberal Arts Curriculum Combines advanced STEM subjects with humanities, emphasizing critical thinking and accelerated learning. Offers AP courses starting from Grade 6, preparing students for competitive university admissions .

3. Cognia-Accredited and AP Exam Center Achieved Cognia (formerly AdvancED) accreditation in its inaugural year and is authorized as an AP, PSAT, and SAT testing site, validating academic rigor .

4. Prime Location in Qianjiang New Town Situated in Hangzhou’s most internationally developed district, near the Qiantang River, offering scenic surroundings and modern facilities, including a gymnasium, labs, and a black-box theater .

5. Dual-Language Chinese Programs Tailored Chinese courses (native, near-native, and CSL) using PEP textbooks to cultivate language proficiency and cultural appreciation .

6. Outstanding University Placement 100% of graduates enroll in four-year universities, with alumni attending Ivy League institutions (e.g., Cornell, Duke) and top U.S. colleges. Notable SAT/TOEFL averages (e.g., 1444 SAT) reflect academic excellence .

7. Holistic Development Focus Prioritizes "learning as an exciting, rewarding journey," fostering resilience and intellectual curiosity through collaborative and challenging environments .

1. 2023 Graduation Cohort (26 students): • Offers: 144 acceptance letters. • Scholarships: $1,116,000 total. • Key Achievements: ◦ First-ever Cornell University (Ivy League) and University of Cambridge admissions. ◦ 69% received offers from U.S. Top 30/UK Top 5/Canada Top 2 institutions. ◦ 100% admitted to U.S. Top 50/UK Top 10/Canada Top 1/other equivalent universities .

2. 2024 Graduation Cohort (18 students): • Offers: 109 acceptance letters. • Scholarships: $353,025 total. • Key Achievements: ◦ 89% (16 students) admitted to U.S. Top 30 or UK G5 universities. ◦ 100% admitted to U.S. Top 50/UK Top 10/Canada Top 3/Hong Kong Top 3 institutions. ◦ Early Decision (ED) acceptance rate: 56%. ◦ Notable admissions: Williams College (Top 1 U.S. liberal arts college), University of Hong Kong (full scholarship) .

3. Comparative Performance: • 2024 Highlights: ◦ 16% of U.S. Top 30 admits were Early Decision. ◦ 100% of students completed Advanced Placement (AP) exams, with strong scores (average 3.8/5). ◦ UK direction strengthened, with 100% receiving offers from Russell Group universities .

4. Global Recognition: • Consistently ranked among China’s top international schools for U.S. and UK university placements. • 2024 marked the third consecutive year of Ivy League and Russell Group admissions .