

Dah Yung International Bilingual School
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Languages
Dah Yung International Bilingual School (Primary Division) is an international bilingual school in Kaohsiung that integrates the Cambridge Curriculum with local academic requirements. It provides an all-English teaching environment for core subjects while fostering students' development through a blend of international standards and creative, holistic education.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school focuses on cultivating critical thinking, global awareness, and a passion for learning through a curriculum rooted in the British educational system. It emphasizes the integration of knowledge, understanding, and skills, aiming to build a solid foundation for students' long-term academic success. The educational approach values creativity, artistic appreciation, and physical well-being as essential components of a holistic development.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual curriculum that combines the Cambridge Primary Curriculum—covering English, mathematics, science, and global perspectives—with a comprehensive Chinese language and mathematics program. Instruction is delivered by both local and foreign teachers in an all-English environment for international subjects. The curriculum is supplemented by specialized courses in music, art, physical education (including unicycle and rhythmic movement), and reading and writing.
Outcomes
Students regularly participate in and achieve success in national competitions, including fencing championships, chess tournaments, and music contests. The school's English curriculum prepares students for Cambridge English examinations, aiming to build a strong foundation for both domestic advancement and international educational pathways. Graduates are supported in their transition to the next stage of education through rigorous academic preparation and performance opportunities.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a structured approach to teaching and learning, utilizing Cambridge progression tests and Checkpoint assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments. Teachers provide personalized guidance, and the curriculum is designed to support students in developing foundational knowledge, critical thinking skills, and language proficiency in both English and Chinese.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications for primary school-aged children regardless of school district, county, city, or nationality. Prospective students for grades 1-5 may apply for transfer, which involves written examinations in Chinese, mathematics, and English, followed by interviews for qualified candidates based on available vacancies. The school hosts information sessions for prospective parents and offers online appointment scheduling for campus visits.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into two semesters, with the second semester typically running from late February to the end of June. The calendar includes regular assessments, English and Chinese language competitions, school-wide events such as sports days and English performance showcases, and periodic parent-teacher conferences. Summer and winter sessions are also provided, along with scheduled breaks for national holidays.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features international-standard classrooms equipped with interactive large-screen displays and system cabinetry. Outdoor and sports facilities include a track and field, basketball courts, volleyball courts, a multi-purpose fitness room, a central playground, and a lotus ecological pond. Additionally, the school provides specialized learning spaces such as computer labs and maker classrooms.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a wide range of clubs and after-school activities, including sports (soccer, basketball, fencing, table tennis, badminton, unicycle, taekwondo), arts (creative drawing, clay modeling, ukulele, choir, string orchestra, piano), and academic enrichment (robotics, 3D printing, chess, board games, logic development). The school also organizes exploration activities such as archery, tree climbing, and rural experiences.






Cambridge Primary