Yitian Hudson School International Curriculum Department

Mission & Vision

To cultivate globally competent lifelong learners with a strong foundation in Chinese culture and international perspectives, fostering critical thinking, innovation, and ethical leadership.

Core Values

• Integrity
• Respect
• Excellence

Educational Philosophy

A holistic, student-centered approach integrating national curriculum with international standards (Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level), emphasizing bilingual proficiency, cross-cultural competence, and personalized growth.

Key Initiatives

• Scholarship programs
• Dual-mentorship system
• Partnerships with global institutions for experiential learning

1. Holistic Curriculum System: Integrates bilingual education (Chinese curriculum + IGCSE/A-Level) with 50+ extracurricular programs like calligraphy, swimming, and golf, emphasizing academic excellence and character development .
2. Dual-Track Academic Pathways: Offers parallel domestic college entrance exam preparation and international university pathways (IGCSE/A-Level/AP/SAT), enabling flexible transitions between systems .
3. International Qualifications: Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level certifications enable graduates to apply to 195 global institutions including Harvard, Oxford, and Yale .
4. High-Caliber Faculty: 40% faculty hold postgraduate degrees from top universities, with a 1:5 student-teacher ratio and bilingual teachers for immersive language training .
5. Cutting-Edge Facilities: Includes a 800-seat theater, STEM labs, organic farms, and smart classrooms with air purification systems .
6. Cultural Integration: Blends Confucian classics, traditional arts, and global citizenship education to cultivate "rooted global citizens" .
7. Proven Outcomes: 15-year K-12 continuity ensures tailored academic planning, with 100% university admission support and scholarships up to full tuition .

1. IGCSE Examination Results (2023): • Grade 9 IGCSE 1: ◦ Mathematics: 60% A*, 80% A; Chinese: 60% A . • Grade 10 IGCSE 2: ◦ Improved performance in Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, English as a Second Language, Economics, and Information Technology compared to 2022 . ◦ Students earned 6–9 subjects, with top performers like Wu Yifei (8 subjects) and Huang Zixuan (9 subjects) . • Cambridge ICE Certificate: ◦ Huang Zixuan (Grade 10A) achieved Distinction Level (5 A*+ and 2 C+ in 7 subjects), recognized for balanced academic excellence .

2. Overseas Admissions (2022–2023): • 2022 Cycle: ◦ 66.7% received offers from Top 10 global universities (QS/US News/Times rankings), including UCL, Durham University, and RMIT . ◦ 100% admitted to Top 100 universities, such as Sydney University, UC San Diego, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University . • 2023 Cycle (Early Admissions): ◦ 3 offers from Top 14 universities (e.g., University of Melbourne) by September 2023 .

3. Key Strengths: • Curriculum: Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level & AP courses, with 2 exam sessions annually . • Faculty: Experienced team with alumni admitted to Oxford, Cambridge, and Ivy League institutions . • Scholarships: Full tuition refunds for Oxford/Cambridge/Harvard/Yale admits; $5,000 for Top 10 university offers .