Zhengzhou No.9 High School

Mission & Vision Empower students to thrive globally through innovative, culturally bridging education that fosters critical thinking.

Core Values Integrity, inclusivity, excellence, lifelong learning.

Educational Philosophy Cultivate holistic individuals with academic rigor, cross-cultural competence, and societal responsibility.

Key Objectives

1. Deliver globally recognized curricula (A-Level, AP, IB).
2. Enhance language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL).
3. Develop leadership via competitions (AMC, NEA).
4. Ensure smooth university transitions.

1. Diverse Curriculum Offerings: Provides Cambridge A-Level, ACT/AP (US), and Canada-China dual-diploma programs, catering to varied academic goals .
2. Personalized Education: Small-class teaching (average 25 students), tailored instruction based on student proficiency, and Chinese-foreign co-teaching teams .
3. Exam-Friendly Environment: Authorized testing centers for A-Level, ACT, and IELTS/TOEFL, enabling students to take exams locally .
4. Strong Language Support: English immersion programs, bilingual teaching assistants, and elective language courses to bridge gaps for non-native speakers .
5. Rigorous Management: Strict device usage policies, electronic attendance tracking, and weekend parent-teacher verification for safety .
6. Global Recognition: 42% of A-Level graduates admitted to top 20 global universities (e.g., Cambridge, Imperial College) and partnerships with institutions in the US, Canada, and Australia .
7. Comprehensive Guidance: Dedicated college counseling, university fair access, and tailored university-application strategies .
8. Cultural Integration: Balances Chinese core values with international perspectives, emphasizing leadership and critical thinking .
9. Trusted Accreditation: AAA-certified international high school with authorization from CAIE, ACT, and Ontario Ministry of Education .
10. Alumni Success: Over 1,000 graduates enrolled in top global universities like Stanford, UC Berkeley, and University of Toronto .

1. Admission Highlights (2024 Graduates): • 170 global university offers received, including top-tier institutions such as the University of Hong Kong (5 offers, 2 full scholarships), UCL (4), Imperial College London, University of Cambridge, and McGill University . • 100% admission rates for A-Level (UK top 50), ACT/AP (US top 60), and OSSD (Canada top 10) programs .

2. Key Metrics: • Scholarships: Over HK$3.75 million in Hong Kong scholarships; CAD$88,750 in Canadian awards . • US Admissions: UC Irvine (3), UC Davis (2), UIUC (2), Washington University in St. Louis . • UK Admissions: UCL, King’s College London, Edinburgh University (Psychology #2 globally) . • Australia Admissions: 13 University of Melbourne, 16 University of Sydney .

3. Subject Diversity: • Top programs in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, and AI, with students securing offers in niche fields like Aerospace Engineering, Food Science, and Fashion Design .

4. Exam Performance: • A-Level results consistently ranked in the top 10% of global candidates, enabling direct entry to G5 universities . • ACT scores aligned with US Ivy League benchmarks, with students scoring above 32 (top 1% nationally) .