Taipei European School
International School in Taipei
Quick answer
Taipei European School (TES) serves 1,750 students from 50 nationalities aged 3 to 18 across British, French, German and IB sections — uniquely four parallel European-language curriculum streams. Accredited by IBO, CIS, WASC, FOBISIA, AEFE and CIE — a six-accreditation set, possibly the broadest in Asia. Tuition $16,800-$25,363 per year. Long-established premier choice for European-international expat families on Taipei tech-corridor assignments seeking national-curriculum continuity.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British, French, German leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma and French Baccalaureate.
- Tuition: $16,800–$25,363/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 24) Taipei international school · 1,750 students total.
- 50 nationalities top: USA.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 A.M. (Campus is open at 7:30 A.M.).
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, WASC plus 3 more.
1,750
50 (USA)
20 avg / 24 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, WASC, FOBISIA, AEFE, CIE
IGCSE and IB Diploma and French Baccalaureate
About Taipei European School
Taipei European School is an independent, co-educational day school, which was formed through the amalgamation of The Taipei British School, Ecole Française de Taipei and Deutsche Schule Taipei. It now operates as a single European entity through a non-profit making Foundation.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $16,800 – $25,363 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 537600 NT-811600 NT |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $23,502(+11%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $25,002 |
| Cost position in Taipei | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British, French, German
IGCSE and IB Diploma and French Baccalaureate
IB Diploma Programme (DP), IB Careers Programme (CP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), IGCSE, French Baccalaureate, German Baccalaureate
IBDP Average: 37 points & 100% pass rate. French Baccalaureate: 100% pass
In the British, French, and German primary sections, all students take Chinese Language and Culture for 3.5 hours per week. In the Secondary School, students must take a minimum of two languages but could enroll in further languages if their section and path of study permit. Language options include: English, French, German, Spanish, and Latin.
TES is committed to providing a range of learning support services to reduce barriers to learning, allowing a student's best self to show in the classroom. Our dedicated team has training in and experience supporting students with learning disorders or associated disorders including, but not limited to: Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Dysgraphia, Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), Language Processing Disorder, Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and Sensory Integration (SI) Dysfunction.
Yes. TES' commitment to an inclusive school includes providing systems of support that expand access to TES, which include departments of counselling and additional learning support.
There is a well-developed EAL support program to support students coming from a wide range of language backgrounds.
8:00 A.M. (Campus is open at 7:30 A.M.) – 3:00 P.M.
Yes, there are school-provided lunch options for students, but they are not mandatory for a family to take.
Vegetarian options are integrated into the monthly menu and some dietary/allergy considerations can be made.
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Common: USA
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