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Introduction
Wilson International Elementary School (WIES) is a private international primary school established in 2023 in Tainan City, Taiwan. The school provides bilingual instruction in Chinese and English, with morning bilingual curriculum and an all-English environment in the afternoon. It follows a cross-disciplinary, project-based approach aligned with Taiwan's 108 Curriculum and US Common Core standards, using textbooks from publishers such as Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Hodder and CPA-based mathematics. The school offers an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) style through inquiry-based, trans-disciplinary units, integrating SDG themes and partnerships with local and global communities. A broad range of after-school clubs includes soccer, golf, LEGO robotics, and performing arts such as dance, music, and orchestra. The campus sits in a culturally rich area near National Cheng Kung University and other community resources, supporting multilingual communication, cross-cultural understanding, and lifelong learning.
Wilson International Elementary School has instruction in English, Mandarin.
Location
Wilson International Elementary School is located in Tainan City, Taiwan. The campus address is No. 444 Kaiyuan Road, Tainan 704. It sits in a culturally rich urban area near National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) and the Tainan Public Library, with access to local educational and cultural resources.
Stages
The school operates at the elementary level, with admissions indicating Grade 1 as a starting entry and the institution described as a private elementary school.
Type
Private international elementary school. It serves primary-level students within Taiwan's private schooling system, focusing on international education.
Additional learning support
Public materials do not specify formal SEN provisions; the school emphasizes bilingual, international, and project-based learning rather than published SEN facilities.
Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed. The school is a private international elementary school in Taiwan.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is published; the school presents its mission around international education rather than religious instruction.
School day structure
Daily start/end times are not published on official pages; families should obtain scheduling details from the admissions office.
Bus service
There is no published information about a school bus service on official pages; families typically arrange transportation independently or seek guidance from admissions.
Fees
Overview of fee structure
Wilson International Elementary School collects school charges in accordance with Tainan City Government regulations; the school's publicly posted materials list the specific fee categories that are charged to families.
Application / registration fee
- No separate, published ‘‘application fee'' amount is listed in the school's public admissions and fees materials. Registration and new‑student procedures (including the March registration period and new‑student briefings) are described, and fee details are presented during the school's admissions/registration process.
Tuition fees (by year group and term)
- The school's published fee categories include a general tuition line for primary/elementary (listed as "學費 / 國中小學費") and a separate miscellaneous fee category for elementary sundry charges (listed as "雜費 / 國小雜費"). Specific per‑term or per‑year numeric tuition amounts for each grade level or term are not published in the school's publicly available fee and admissions materials.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Admissions and enrollment timing are set out (new‑student registration in mid‑March; new‑student parent briefing and uniform issuance in August before the school year). The school's public admissions information indicates that fee details and the schedule for collection are communicated to families during registration and the new‑student parent briefing. Exact billing dates, term/annual invoicing intervals, late‑payment penalties, and explicit payment deadlines are not published in the school's public materials.
Boarding / residential fees
- No boarding program or boarding fee category is listed among the school's published services or fee categories. The school's publicly posted materials describe day‑school operations and do not list any boarding/hostel charges. Therefore there are no published boarding fees.
Other costs and recurring additional fees
The school publishes the following fee categories that parents should expect in addition to tuition (each item is listed as a chargeable category): - Mandatory supplementary fees (精進課程費). - Domestic textbook and materials fees (國內教科書書籍材料費) — noted for certain Chinese and math materials per semester. - Imported (foreign) textbook and materials fees (國外進口教科書書籍材料費) — noted for use over an academic year. - Notebooks and classroom materials (簿本費/材料費). - Parent‑teacher association / family association fees (家長會費). - Student group insurance (學生團體保險費). - Meal (lunch) fees (餐費). - Air‑conditioning / electricity usage fee (冷氣使用電費). - Optional/agency fees: school uniform (學校制服), field trips (校外教學), and after‑school clubs (課後社團).
Uniforms and one‑off items
- Uniforms are listed as an optional agency/collection item; uniform distribution and sizing are handled during new‑student reporting and parent briefings. Individual item prices are not published in the school's public fee listing.
Refunds and withdrawal/credit policy
- No specific refund or tuition‑withdrawal policy (refund percentages, deadlines, or administrative refund procedures) is published in the school's public fee and policy materials. Refund and withdrawal handling is not described in the publicly posted fees summary.
Accepted payment methods and how to make payments
- The school's public materials provide administrative contact information (phone and email) for enrollment and inquiries; explicit payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, cash, or online payment gateway) are not specified in the school's publicly posted fee pages. Families are directed to contact the school's administration for admissions and fee questions.
Academics
Wilson International Elementary School teaches IB (PYP), American Curriculum.
Curriculum
Wilson International Elementary School, established in 2023, uses a bilingual morning program and an all-English immersion in the afternoon. The curriculum is anchored to Taiwan's 108 Curriculum and incorporates the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme through inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning. Learning is organized around three international core literacies—communication, technology, and global literacy—and delivered through a PBL fivefold cross-disciplinary curriculum that integrates core subjects with real-world problems. Instruction draws on original English-language texts from publishers such as Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Hodder; mathematics uses Houghton Mifflin Harcourt materials and the CPA (Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract) approach. The school emphasizes lifelong learning, global mobility, and project-based inquiry, aligning with IB PYP and OECD global-literacy aims. A broad range of after-school clubs—including sports, robotics, music, arts, and culture—extend the curriculum and support independent, collaborative, and creative skills.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Wilson International Elementary School supports social and emotional learning through its Wilson Student Character Traits: Understanding Potential, Achieve, Collaborate, and Innovate, and through visible teacher and peer support in both learning and social contexts.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision, including which needs can be supported or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language support is reflected in the philosophy, which states that mornings use bilingual curriculum content and afternoons immerse students in a full English-speaking environment.
Mental Wellbeing
The school values physical and mental health and offers many experiences and activities related to wellbeing, helping students learn to protect themselves and respect others.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies on public materials.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions Process: 1. Learn about the school (October–January). Families are invited to call 06-2352388 or contact via the official Line to understand the school's educational philosophy, curriculum planning, teaching methods, and faculty environment. A weekday campus visit is encouraged to experience the international teaching atmosphere and to speak with staff in real time. This step helps families gauge fit before applying. 2. New student admissions information session (February–March). Information sessions are typically held on weekends after the Lunar New Year, from late February to early March, and cover curriculum planning, fee explanations, Q&A, and campus tours. Attendees may complete the enrollment form on-site and join the official Line; staff will follow up to discuss new student registration. 3. New student registration (mid-March). In line with the Tainan City government enrollment timetable, registration is planned for mid-March. Domestic students should prepare the original and a copy of the Household Registration; foreign students should prepare the original and a copy of the ROC Residence Permit (originals verified and returned). At registration, parents fill out the Enrollment Application Card (three copies); the third copy is kept on-site and new-student notices, a basic student data survey, and a student health record card are issued. 4. New student enrollment (late March). After the admitted students are posted on bulletin boards and online, families complete enrollment within the designated time frame by submitting the basic data survey and health record, registering the student's uniform size, and uploading a student photo. 5. New student parent briefing (mid-August to before school starts). The school provides start-of-term information, term planning, and fee explanations, and distributes uniforms and an information pack (including portrait rights consent, a student counseling checklist by year, tutor reminders, after-school clubs information, and the school calendar). 6. New student orientation and official start (late August). Wilson IES conducts an international new-student orientation the day before the official start and issues a New Student Guide; parents are welcome to participate in the child's milestone. 7. Transfer students. To transfer: first call to confirm available placement, then complete the transfer at the student's current school and proceed with enrollment at Wilson IES. Required documents include, for domestic students, Household Registration; for foreign students, ROC Residence Permit original and copy (originals returned after verification) and a transfer certificate. Transfer forms include the Transfer Application, Basic Data Survey, Health Record, Portrait Rights Consent, annual Counseling Checklist, and uniform size registration; completion of these forms completes the transfer process. Source: turn5view0
Scholarships
Scholarships: There is no published information about scholarships on the school's pages. The Fees and Policies section lists fee categories and notes that charges are set according to the Taiwan local education bureau guidelines, but it does not mention any scholarship or financial aid programs. For any scholarship opportunities or financial aid, inquiries should be directed to the school via the provided phone number and email address. Source: turn2view0
Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: The school follows the private primary and secondary school admission guidelines set by the Tainan City Government Education Bureau and uses a free registration system. If the number of applicants exceeds the approved intake quota, a public lottery is conducted to determine admission. The admissions process notes this public lottery as the method to allocate spots when demand outstrips capacity. Source: turn1view0
FAQs
Where is Wilson International Elementary School located, and what kind of school is it?
Wilson International Elementary School (WIES) is in Tainan City, Taiwan. It is a private international elementary school that offers bilingual instruction in English and Mandarin, with morning bilingual classes and an all-English environment in the afternoon. It follows Taiwan's 108 Curriculum and US Common Core standards, using an IB PYP–style, inquiry-based approach.
Who leads the school, and what is the leadership structure like?
The head of school is Wang Haixiu. The publicly available information notes that the school is privately operated under local education guidelines; detailed governance structures aren't published.
Is Wilson International Elementary School a boarding school or a day school?
WIES operates as a day primary school. There is no published boarding program or boarding charges.
How do I start the admissions process, and when are new-student information sessions held?
Know-the-school activities run October through January, followed by new-student information sessions in February–March (weekends after the Lunar New Year). There is on-site registration, and families are encouraged to join the official Line for updates. Uniforms are issued at new-student orientation, with size registration completed during admissions.
Are there published tuition amounts by year or term?
Public materials do not publish exact numeric tuition amounts by grade or term. There is a general tuition line for primary and a separate elementary miscellaneous fee, but the specific figures aren't posted. For precise costs, contact the admissions team.
Is there a waitlist or lottery if enrollment is full?
Yes. If enrollment exceeds the approved quota, a public lottery is held.
Does Wilson International Elementary School offer scholarships?
Scholarships are not listed in the public materials. If you're seeking financial aid or scholarship opportunities, contact admissions for the most current information.
What is the core curriculum and teaching approach at WIES?
WIES uses a bilingual program with English and Mandarin; morning bilingual instruction with an all-English afternoon. It aligns with Taiwan's 108 Curriculum and US Common Core standards and applies an IB PYP–style, inquiry-based, cross-disciplinary approach. The program emphasizes SDG themes and partnerships with local and global communities.
How are SDGs and community partnerships integrated into learning?
SDG themes are woven into cross-disciplinary units and inquiry-based projects. Students engage with local and global communities as part of learning, supporting real-world understanding of global citizenship. The school emphasizes collaboration and cross-cultural learning.
Do you publish exam results or class size information?
Exam results and class sizes are not published in the available materials. The school describes its learning approach and facilities, but does not provide specific metrics publicly. For specifics, contact admissions.
What kinds of learning spaces and technology does the campus offer?
The campus features future classrooms equipped with digital learning tools, including mobile devices, real-time interactive systems, online collaboration, and electronic whiteboards. There are dedicated reading spaces and creative zones, plus a bilingual reading area with Chinese and English books. These spaces support project-based, cross-disciplinary learning.
What arts and sports facilities and clubs are available?
Arts spaces are equipped with audiovisual gear and instruments for music and performing arts. After-school clubs include soccer, golf, roller skating, street dance, LEGO robotics, and orchestra, among other creative and maker-focused activities.
Where is the school located in relation to local resources?
The campus sits in a culturally rich area near National Cheng Kung University and the Tainan Public Library, with access to local historic sites. This setting supports multilingual communication and cross-cultural experiences, linking learning with the community.
What extracurricular clubs are available at WIES?
Clubs include soccer, golf, roller skating, street dance, orchestra, LEGO robotics, hard penmanship, and foreign kitchen, among other creative and sports offerings. These activities aim to foster international-mindedness and cross-cultural collaboration.
Are there any camps or special programs outside regular classes?
The school runs a winter camp and includes exchange experiences and volunteer service as part of learning. Health, wellbeing, and outdoor/eco-learning activities are also integrated into programs.
Are there formal leadership programs at the school?
Leadership programs aren't listed in public materials, but the school's inquiry-based, collaborative ethos and community projects help students develop leadership skills implicitly.
What wellbeing supports does WIES offer, and how is safeguarding addressed?
WIES prioritizes physical and mental health with wellbeing-focused activities and a supportive environment. It emphasizes respect and cross-cultural understanding, leveraging local resources. Specific SEN, EAL, or safeguarding policies are not published in the publicly available materials.
What is the uniform policy and how is it managed?
Uniforms are issued to new students during orientation, and uniform sizing is completed as part of admissions. Uniform issuance happens before the school year begins, though exact uniform prices aren't published publicly.
What is known about the school's governance and accreditation?
The school is privately operated and governed under the private elementary and middle school admission guidelines of the Tainan City Government Education Bureau. No accreditations or awards are listed in the public materials.
Which languages are taught and how is bilingualism delivered?
The school provides a bilingual environment in English and Mandarin. English language arts use movement and rhythm for active learning, while Mandarin lessons include cultural exploration and drama. The broader curriculum emphasizes bilingual literacy and cross-cultural communication.
