Zhangjiagang IVY Experimental School
张家港市常青藤实验学校
Zhangjiagang IVY Experimental School International Division, founded in 2005, is a private K-12 boarding school offering A-Level and AP courses. A CAIE centre since 2005 and College Board centre since 2010, it caps classes at 30 with a Japanese track added in 2020.
Last Updated on 18th June, 2026
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Last Updated on 18th June, 2026
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Quick Look
City
Suzhou
School Phases
G10 to G12
Annual Fees
$15K - $15K
Phone Number
+86-0512-55600158
Prospectus
Data Sources
Compiled from publicly available sources
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Main Campus
Zhangjiagang City, Jiangsu Province
Description
Zhangjiagang IVY Experimental School is a top K–12 school in Jiangsu Province. It is known for its unique approach to international education. For over 20 years, the school has blended China’s strong academics with global curricula. Located in Zhangjiagang, a vibrant port city in the Yangtze River D…
Summary of School
Academic Sub-Curriculum
- A Level
- AP Electives
Exam Boards
- Cambridge Assessment International Education
- College Board
- Oxford AQA
- Pearson Edexcel
Academic Qualification Awards
- Advanced Level Certificate
- College Credit and Placement
Language of Instruction
Chinese, English
School Type
Private
Duration Established
12 Years
Student To Teacher Ratio
High-10:1,Middle-12:1,Junior-14:1
Academic Year
High (September-June), Mid (September-June), Primary (September-June)
Extra Languages offered
YesChinese Language Support
YesSchool Bus
YesBoarding Availability
YesScholarships
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.
Core Values
- Academic Rigor & Integration: Blends Chinese educational heritage with international curricula via inquiry.
- Global Citizenship: Fosters cultural empathy and responsible cross-border engagement.
- Student Agency: Encourages self-directed growth and personalized pathways.
- Holistic Synergy: Merges Eastern discipline with Western pedagogical innovation.
Educational Approach
Blends Chinese disciplinary depth with inquiry/project-based learning, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and social-emotional development.
Key Features
- Integrated curriculum (Chinese standards + IB/AP elements).
- Bicultural faculty with dual expertise.
- Global exchanges and service-learning programs.
- Proven track record in top university admissions.
- Integrated Curriculum merging Chinese national standards with AP/A-Level, emphasizing inquiry and cross-cultural competence.
- Dual-Background Faculty combining local educational expertise with international teaching credentials.
- Elite Global Admissions—consistent placements at top US/UK universities (Ivy League, Russell Group).
- Small-Class Mentorship (1:7 ratio) for personalized academic and college guidance.
- Holistic Development via STEM labs, model UN, and cultural exchanges to nurture well-rounded students.
- Ivy Brand Leverage tapping the school’s international reputation for enhanced resources and global exposure.
Core Highlights
U.S. College Admissions
- Top 30: 8 (2024), 10+ (2025)
- Top 50: 85% placement (70+ total)
Global Reach
- UK: 3 G5 (ICL:2, Edinburgh:1)
- Canada: 8 UBC/Toronto (2024), 10+ (2025)
- Australia: 6 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 | 6 | 8 | 10+ |
| U.S. Top 50 Placements | 45 | 60 | 70 |
| Canada Top 3 Offers | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| AP Avg Score | 3.7 | 3.9 | 4.0 |
*2025 early trends.
Strategic Advantages
- Bilingual Flexibility: AP + Chinese core for global readiness
- North America Ties: Direct links to UBC/Toronto admissions
- Alumni Outcomes: 75% into Top 50 U.S./Top 10 Canadian unis
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