Canadian International School of Hefei
合肥加拿大外籍人员子女学校
Canadian International School of Hefei, founded in 2014, is Anhui's first K-12 international school. The campus offers full IB programmes combined with Canadian curricula. Serving 500-plus students from over 40 countries; CIS and Cognia-accredited.
Last Updated on 8th June, 2026
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Last Updated on 8th June, 2026
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City
Hefei
School Phases
G1 to G12
Annual Fees
$21K - $25K
Phone Number
+86-0551-62818207
Prospectus
Data Sources
Compiled from publicly available sources
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Main Campus
50 meters south of the intersection of Innovation Avenue and Wenqu Road, High-tech Zone
Description
Canadian International School of Hefei (CISH) is a K–12 international school in Hefei, Anhui Province. It serves the children of foreign personnel. Founded in 2016 in the Hefei High-tech Zone, CISH is a key member of the Canadian International School Network. The school provides authentic Canadian e…
Summary of School
Academic Sub-Curriculum
- IBMYP
- IBDP
Exam Boards
- International Baccalaureate
Academic Qualification Awards
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP Certificate
Language of Instruction
English
School Type
Expatriate
Duration Established
7 Years
Student To Teacher Ratio
5:1
Academic Year
Primary (September-June), Mid (September-June), High (September-June)
Extra Languages offered
YesChinese Language Support
YesSchool Bus
YesBoarding Availability
YesScholarships
NoAbout School
Mission & Vision
To cultivate self-confident, globally-minded citizens through an internationally recognized Canadian curriculum and IB programs, fostering independent thinking, creativity, and leadership.
Educational Philosophy
Emphasizes holistic development within a multicultural, empathetic community, empowering students to lead with respect, champion discovery, and embrace open-mindedness.
Core Values
- Respect
- Curiosity
- Creativity
- Critical thinking
- Inclusivity
- IB World School Accreditation: Fully authorized IB PYP, MYP, and DP programs, making it Anhui’s only K-12 IB World School .
- Bilingual & Bicultural Education: Combines Canadian curriculum with immersive Mandarin-Chinese language programs, fostering cross-cultural competence .
- Small Class Sizes & Mentorship: Personalized learning through low student-teacher ratios and tailored academic support .
- Global Perspective: Emphasis on international exchange programs, VR-integrated field trips (e.g., automotive manufacturing workshops), and multicultural activities like traditional Chinese festivals .
- Experienced Faculty: Canadian-trained teachers from IB-accredited backgrounds and a multicultural staff team .
- Holistic Development: Focus on leadership, critical thinking, and community service via clubs, sports, and STEAM initiatives .
- Outstanding Graduation Outcomes: 100% of graduates secure admission to top global universities (e.g., University of Toronto, King’s College London) .
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Includes labs, sports complexes, and a VR-enabled innovation hub .
- University Acceptances (2025 Graduating Class): • Canada: ◦ University of Toronto: 6 offers (Life Sciences, Economics, Social Science) . ◦ University of British Columbia: 1 offer (Bachelor of Arts) . ◦ Dalhous: 1 offer (Computer Science) . ◦ Western University: 1 offer (Computer Science) . ◦ York University: Multiple offers . • Hong Kong: ◦ University of Hong Kong (QS World Rank #17) and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (QS World Rank #47) .
- Global Recognition: • All graduates since 2014 have secured admission to top 100 global universities, including University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, McGill University, and University of Toronto .
- IB Curriculum & Certification: • Fully authorized IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP) with a 100% IB diploma pass rate. Students follow a rigorous Canadian curriculum combined with IB standards .
- Faculty & Facilities: • 100% foreign faculty with IB/Canadian teaching certifications. Campus includes advanced labs, libraries, and sports facilities .
- Rankings: • Ranked #93 nationally and #2 in Hefei among international schools (2024) .
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