Leading with a
Mindful Heart

Since 1998

High School

3:1

Student Teacher Ratio

Average AP Class Size

1998

Fully Accredited for 24 years

100%

Graduates Admitted To College / University

1300

Average SAT Score

4.0

Average AP Score

100

AP Tests Administered Every Year

A QISS education is holistic in nature—and the intrinsic value of a QISS education is that it enriches the whole person. Along with the rigors of cognitive development, our top-quality US-based Core Curriculum nourishes our students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being. Therefore, our core values represent a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond intellectual development and academic success. Focusing on our core values helps us remember what we are trying to achieve with and for our students at Qingdao No. 1 International School of Shandong.
"We inspire our students to be lifelong learners and to approach and examine the world through Compassion, Integrity, Inclusivity, and Creativity!”

Visit Our Campus

QISS is situated on a beautiful and spacious 48,000 square meter campus in the Laoshan district of Qingdao, framed by the spectacular Laoshan mountain range.

The QISS campus boasts a stunning array of state-of-the-art, modern facilities that support our students’ academic, athletic, and social development. It is our vision and desire that each student enjoys their years of education and reaches their full potential. By providing a wide range of facilities, we aim to bring out the best in each child and allow them to pursue and explore a variety of interests.

Inquiry Based Learning

College Prep

AP / SAT
Test Center

Inquiry Based Learning

College Prep

AP / SAT
Test Center

Learn more about our School's innovative Social Emotional Learning Program, Leader in Me. We believe that everyone can be a leader. QISS gives students those tools.

Inquiry based education is at the heart of QISS academics. QISS students use critical thinking and put their minds and hearts into learning from Pre-K to High School. Our experienced teachers foster a love of learning in every student. Read more about our approach here.

At QISS, we understand that wellness is a pre-requisite to successful learning. QISS students learn to take good care of themselves and build meaningful relationships with their peers, teachers, and community members. Learn more about our approach to wellness here.