Changsha Lushan Zhongjia School

Mission & Vision To cultivate globally-minded citizens with a blend of Chinese cultural roots and international perspectives, fostering academic excellence, critical thinking, and social responsibility through innovative, student-centered education.

Core Values Excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and lifelong learning.

Educational Philosophy Integrating Chinese foundational education with international curricula, emphasizing holistic development, bilingual proficiency, and experiential learning.

1. International Curriculum Framework: Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) curriculum with dual enrollment, A-Level courses, and a "dual-track" system combining Chinese and international education .
2. Small Class Sizes: Maximum 35 students per class for personalized attention .
3. Dual Enrollment & Credits: Students earn Canadian credits in Grade 12 and graduate with an Ontario diploma, enabling direct university applications in Canada and exemptions from foundation years in the UK/Australia .
4. Faculty Expertise: 70%+ Chinese teachers with overseas degrees; foreign teachers from English-speaking countries holding international certifications .
5. Guaranteed University Admissions: 90%+ acceptance rate to top Canadian universities (e.g., University of Toronto) and direct entry to global institutions like Oxford/Cambridge .
6. Campus & Facilities: 500 million RMB investment in a modern, eco-friendly campus with boarding facilities .
7. Holistic Development: Extracurricular programs (e.g., robotics, debate, arts) and community service opportunities .
8. Partnerships: Affiliation with Changsha Lushan Experimental School and collaboration with Canada’s Kent School for resource sharing .

1. Exam Scores: • DSE (Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education): ◦ 6-subject total score of 42 (average ≥5 per subject) is considered excellent . • OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma): ◦ Students achieve competitive scores for university admissions, with 80% scoring above 30/42 (equivalent to A-level A* or IB 38+) .

2. Overseas Admissions (2023-2024): • Top UK Universities: ◦ University (UCL), King’s College London, Edinburgh University, and Lancaster University . • Top U.S. Universities: ◦ University of Southern California (USC), University of Michigan–Ann Arbor, New York University (NYU), and Washington University in St. Louis . • Top Canadian Universities: ◦ University of Toronto, McGill University, and University of British Columbia (UBC) . • Global Institutions: ◦ London School of Economics (LSE), Parsons School of Design, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University .

3. Admission Rates: • 80% of graduates received offers from top 100 global universities (QS/US News rankings) . • Canada: 80% admission rate to U of Toronto, McGill, and UBC . • U.S.: 30% acceptance into top 50 universities .

4. Notable Achievements: • Students secured offers from "Ivy League equivalents" like Parsons and LSE . • Multiple students received scholarships for academic excellence and extracurricular leadership .