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Xi'an Liangjiatan International School

西安梁家滩国际学校

Expatriate
English

Xi'an Liangjiatan International School (XLIS), founded in 2003, is the first full IB continuum World School (PYP, MYP, DP) in Northwest China. On a 68,666 m² campus with 560 students from 41+ countries, it is the region's only SAT and AP testing centre with WASC accreditation.

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Last Updated on 11th June, 2026

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City

Xi'an

School Phases

G1 to G12

Annual Fees

$20K - $32K

Phone Number

+86-29-85915100

Prospectus

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Compiled from publicly available sources

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Main Campus

Inside Xi'an International Community, Liangjiatan, Chang'an District

Description

Xi'an Liangjiatan International School (XALIS) is a non-profit international school in Xi’an’s High-Tech Industrial Development Zone. It mainly serves expatriate families from multinational companies, diplomatic missions, and international organizations. The school provides a top-notch international…

Summary of School

Academic Sub-Curriculum

Academic Sub-Curriculum

  • IBPYP
  • IBMYP
  • IBDP
  • AP Electives
Exam Boards

Exam Boards

  • College Board
  • International Baccalaureate
Academic Qualification Awards

Academic Qualification Awards

  • IB Diploma
  • IB MYP Certificate

Language of Instruction

English

School Type

Expatriate

Duration Established

23 Years

Student To Teacher Ratio

9:1

Academic Year

Primary (September-June), Mid (September-June), High (September-June)

Extra Languages offered

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Chinese Language Support

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School Bus

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Boarding Availability

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Scholarships

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About School

  1. First IB World School in Northwest China Authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), XLIS pioneered IB education in the region, offering PYP, MYP, and DP programs .

  2. 15-Year IB Continuum Curriculum A seamless K-12 IB curriculum, integrating IB frameworks with Chinese cultural elements like mandatory Chinese language courses and localized mathematics pedagogy .

  3. Global Faculty and Student Body Teachers from 54+ countries, paired with students from 40+ nationalities, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and international perspectives .

  4. Dual IB and Western Certification First in Northwest China to offer SAT/AP exams and WASC accreditation, alongside IB authorization .

  5. Holistic Innovation in Education Emphasis on STEM, arts, and sustainability through initiatives like robotics competitions, Model UN, and global sustainability research camps .

  6. Elite Academic Outcomes 100% university acceptance rate for graduates, with admissions to top institutions like Tsinghua University, UCL, NYU, and UCLA .

  7. Green and Modern Campus A 68,666 m² eco-friendly campus featuring advanced facilities like Olympic-sized pools, theaters, and smart classrooms .

  8. Cultural Exchange Leadership Hosts international forums (e.g., USC collaborations) and programs like the "Silk Road Youth Exchange Camp," promoting global citizenship .

  9. Awards and Recognition Ranked among China’s top international schools by Forbes and Kylin Education, earning AAA ratings for innovation and competitiveness .

  10. Community-Driven Mission Focused on nurturing globally competent citizens through service learning, intercultural dialogue, and partnerships with institutions like ACAMIS .

  1. IBDP Graduation Scores: • Students achieved a maximum IBDP score of 45/45 (2024) .

  2. University Admissions (2024-2025):2025 Cohort: 22 offers from universities including the University of Hong Kong (4), University of British Columbia (3), University of Warwick, King’s College London, UCLA, NYU, University of Sydney, and Monash University, with total scholarships of $300,000 . • 2024 Cohort: Admissions to University of Toronto, University of Birmingham, University of Washington, RMIT Loughborough University, and National University of Singapore, covering STEM, humanities, and arts . • 2023 Cohort: 100% university acceptance, including Tsinghua University, University of Hong Kong, New York University, UCLA, and University of Cambridge .

  3. Scholarships: • Over $130,000 in scholarships for the 2022. • Competitive scholarships from University of Birmingham, University of Leeds, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University .

  4. Global Recognition: • Ranked AAA in the 2024 Kinglead China International School Competitiveness Ranking (UK undergraduate direction, national #96) . • First IB World School in Northwest China, fully authorized for IB PYP, MYP, and DP .

  5. Program Highlights: • IB DP graduates earn direct credit transfers to universities like UCLA and University of Toronto . • Strong emphasis on critical thinking, community service, and interdisciplinary learning .

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A player in a white and blue jersey for Xi'an Liangjiatan International School jumps high to shoot a basketball during a game in a packed gymnasium, with other players and spectators visible.
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