Qingdao Experimental High School
青岛市实验高级中学国际班
Qingdao Experimental High School International Course Class partners with US MacDuffie School (est. 1890). AP, A-Level and ACT pathways. Full-time counselling from grade 10. Graduates enter world top-50 universities.
Last Updated on 26th May, 2026
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Last Updated on 26th May, 2026
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Quick Look
City
Qingdao
School Phases
G10 to G12
Annual Fees
$14K - $14K
Phone Number
+86-18660297885
Prospectus
Data Sources
Compiled from publicly available sources
Social Media Links
Main Campus
No. 96, Jimo Road, Shinan District
Description
Qingdao Experimental High School is a top municipal key school in Laoshan District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. Founded in 1993, it has a strong reputation for academic innovation, educational reform, and overall student growth. Inspired by Qingdao’s coastal identity, the school combines mariti…
Summary of School
Academic Sub-Curriculum
- A Level
- AP Electives
- GAC-ACT
Exam Boards
- ACT Education Solutions
- Cambridge Assessment International Education
- College Board
- Oxford AQA
- Pearson Edexcel
Academic Qualification Awards
- Advanced Level Certificate
- College Credit and Placement
- Global Assessment Certificate
Language of Instruction
Chinese, English
School Type
Public
Duration Established
14 Years
Student To Teacher Ratio
High-9:1,Middle-10:1,Junior-12:1
Academic Year
High (September-June), Mid (September-June), Primary (September-June)
Extra Languages offered
YesChinese Language Support
YesSchool Bus
NoBoarding Availability
NoScholarships
YesAbout School
Mission & Vision
Cultivates bicultural talents rooted in Chinese identity, with global competence to thrive and contribute meaningfully in an interconnected world through holistic, inquiry-driven education honoring Qingdao Experimental High’s legacy.
Core Values
- Academic Rigor & Cultural Rootedness: Blends domestic standards with international curricula via inquiry, honoring Chinese heritage.
- Global Citizenship: Fosters cross-cultural empathy and responsible global engagement.
- Student Agency: Encourages personalized, self-directed growth.
- East-West Synergy: Merges Eastern discipline with Western pedagogy.
Educational Approach
Blends Qingdao Experimental’s disciplinary depth with inquiry/PBL, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and social-emotional skills for global readiness.
Key Features
- Integrated curriculum (Chinese national standards + IB/AP elements).
- Bicultural faculty with dual expertise.
- Global exchanges, service-learning, and college counseling.
- Proven track record in top global university admissions.
- Integrated Curriculum merging Chinese national standards with AP/A-Level, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and cross-cultural competence.
- Dual-Background Faculty combining Qingdao Experimental High’s local expertise with international teaching credentials.
- Elite Global Admissions—consistent placements at top US/UK universities (Russell Group, UC system).
- Small-Class Mentorship (1:6 ratio) for personalized academic and college guidance.
- Holistic Development via STEM labs, model UN, and cultural exchanges to nurture well-rounded students.
- Public School Legacy leveraging Qingdao Experimental High’s strong academic reputation and resources.
Core Highlights
U.S. College Admissions
- Top 30: 6 (2024), 8 (2025)
- Top 50: 75% placement (55+ total)
Global Reach
- UK: 2 G5 (ICL/Edinburgh)
- Canada: 8 UBC/Toronto (2024), 10+ (2025)
- Australia: 4 Melbourne/UNSW
Academic Excellence
- AP: 4.0 avg (2024); 80% 4-5s
- Dual Curriculum: AP + Chinese national standards
Performance Metrics (2023-2025)
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | 2025* |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Top 30 Admissions | 5 | 6 | 8+ |
| U.S. Top 50 Placements | 40 | 55 | 75 |
| Ivy League Acceptances | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| UK G5 Acceptances | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| AP Avg Score | 3.7 | 3.9 | 4.0 |
*2025 early trends.
Strategic Advantages
- Bilingual Readiness: AP + Chinese core for global adaptability
- North America Links: Direct ties to UBC/Toronto admissions
- Alumni Outcomes: 70% into Top 50 U.S./Top 10 Canadian unis
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