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Taipei European School

TES

Secular

Updated July 2026

3–18Ages
Co-edGender
Non-profitOwnership

Curriculum

National Curriculum (England)IB MYPIB DiplomaFrench National CurriculumGerman National Curriculum (Abitur)

Accreditations

CISWASCIBDeutsche AuslandsschuleAEFECOBIS

Languages

English flagEnglishFrench flagFrenchGerman flagGermanMandarin flagMandarin

Taipei European School is a unique international school in Taipei that operates three distinct European language sections—British, French, and German—within a single institution. It offers students aged 3 to 18 the choice of their respective national curricula while fostering a diverse, multicultural environment.

Term structure

Three terms

Teaching approach

Taipei European School aims to cultivate lifelong learners and responsible global citizens through a holistic education that values academic accomplishment alongside social and emotional wellbeing. The school promotes independence, curiosity, and empathy, encouraging students to "do well by doing good" within a diverse, multilingual, and multicultural community.

Programmes

The school offers three distinct pathways: the British Section (Early Years, Primary, and Secondary/High School with IB MYP, IB DP, and IB CP), the French Section (Preschool, Primary, and Secondary, accredited by the AEFE), and the German Section (Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary, accredited by the DAS). Additionally, a comprehensive, whole-school Chinese Language and Culture programme is integrated across all sections, offering pathways ranging from foreign language to literature-based courses.

Outcomes

Students achieve strong academic results, including success in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and the French Baccalaureate. Graduates go on to attend top universities and colleges worldwide, supported by the school's university and careers counselling services.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support
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Learning support

The school provides curriculum language support and other learning support services to meet the needs of its diverse student body. It is committed to supporting gifted and talented students as well as those requiring additional assistance to succeed in their chosen section.

Frequently asked questions(6)
What curriculum does Taipei European School offer?
Taipei European School offers National Curriculum (England), IB MYP, IB Diploma, French National Curriculum and German National Curriculum (Abitur).
How much is tuition at Taipei European School?
Annual tuition at Taipei European School is NT$417.6K–NT$836K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What ages does Taipei European School teach?
Taipei European School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
What accreditations does Taipei European School hold?
Taipei European School holds accreditations including CIS, WASC, IB, Deutsche Auslandsschule, AEFE and COBIS.
Is Taipei European School co-educational?
Taipei European School is a co-ed school.
Where is Taipei European School located?
Taipei European School is an international school in Taipei, Taiwan.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2026-2027
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Nursery (half-day)3–3NT$417.6K
Nursery (full-day) PS Kindergarten3–4NT$553.8K
Reception MS Vorschule4–5NT$651.2K
Years 1 - 6 GS - CM2 Klassen 1 - 45–11NT$674.2K
Years 7 - 9 6eme - 3eme Klassen 5 - 811–14NT$786.6K
H1 - H2 Klassen 9 - 1014–16NT$820.8K
H3 - H4 2nde - Terminale Klassen 11 - 1216–18NT$836K

Source:PDFSchoolFees_2026-2027_EN.pdfPDFSchoolFees_2026-2027_FR.pdfPDFSchoolFees_2026-2027_DE.pdf

Other fees(9)
Other fees
Registration fee· Once only paymentNT$50K
Deposit· For returning students and non-refundable. The paid deposit will be deducted from the school fees of the upcoming semester.NT$50K
EAL· British/French Section EAL (English as an Additional Language) per semesterNT$75K
EAL· British/French Section EAL Intensive per semesterNT$90K
EAL· French Section FAL (French as an Additional Language) per semesterNT$90K
EAL· French Section FAL Intensive per semesterNT$120K
Meals· Pre-school, per meal, monthly orderNT$155
Meals· Others, per meal, monthly orderNT$165
Bus / transport· Additional drop off location per address / per semester. Standard bus fees range from 21,000 to 53,000 per semester depending on zone and route.NT$4K

Discounts

  • Sibling discount: -10,000 per semester
  • Sibling discount: -15,000 per semester

Admissions

The school welcomes applications for students aged 3 to 18. Admissions are processed on a rolling basis for the French and German sections, as well as specific year groups in the British sections, subject to seat availability. Prospective families are encouraged to visit the campus and review the admissions policy and enrolment agreement, which outline the school's expectations and eligibility criteria.

Calendar

The academic year typically concludes in late June, followed by a summer break through late August. The school provides detailed academic calendars for the current and upcoming years, which are accessible to the community.

Facilities

GymnasiumFitness centreDance studioSports fieldTennis courtsLibraryPlaygroundScience labsTheatre / auditorium

About the campus

The school operates across two campuses in the ShiLin District: the Swire European Primary Campus and the Swire European Secondary Campus. The primary campus features age-appropriate zones and playgrounds, while the secondary campus, located in YangMing Shan national park, includes advanced classrooms, a fitness centre, a weights room, a dance studio, and two underground gymnasiums.

Co-curriculars

Students have access to a wide range of co-curricular activities, including sports, performing arts, and service learning. These programmes are designed to foster student leadership and provide opportunities for students to pursue interests beyond the core academic curriculum.

  • Mr. John Nixon MBECEO of Taipei European School

    As the CEO of Taipei European School, he is the highest level of authority within the school, mandated by the Board of Directors to manage the school in its entirety.

  • Mr. Stewart ReddenHead of British Secondary & High School

    He serves as the Head of the British Secondary & High School section.

  • Ms. Siobhain AllumHead of British Primary Section

    She serves as the Head of the British Primary Section.

  • Mr. Benjamin OrillonHead of French Section

    He serves as the Head of the French Section.

  • Mr. Andreas HilsbosHead of German Section

    He serves as the Head of the German Section.

  • Mr. Franck LefrevreDeputy Head of Secondary

    He serves as the Deputy Head of Secondary for the French Section.

  • Mr. Daniel EnglerDeputy Head

    He serves as the Deputy Head for the German Section.

  • Ms. Ann LauretteDeputy Head

    She serves as the Deputy Head for the British Secondary and High School.

  • Ms. Juliette KudlikowskiPrimary Head

    She serves as the Primary Head for the French Section.

  • Mr. Tobias SchmeltzerPrimary Director

    He serves as the Primary Director for the German Section.

  • Ms. Alexandra ReisingerKindergarten Director

    She serves as the Kindergarten Director for the German Section.

  • Ms. Kimberley BrittonAssistant Head

    She serves as an Assistant Head in the British Primary Section.

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