Established in 2020 as the flagship of ISA International Education Group, ISA Science City International School is a beacon of global education excellence. Spanning 78,000 square metres, our state-of-the-art campus is designed to inspire 2,200 students, including 500 boarding students in Grades 6–12. Here, world-class facilities, a rigorous curriculum, and an exceptional team of educators converge to create an extraordinary learning environment, one that fosters academic excellence, innovation, and holistic growth.

As a microcosm of the world, our community unites staff and students from over 40 countries, cultivating a United Nations style atmosphere where diversity thrives. Children of Fortune 500 executives and future global leaders choose ISA Science City for its unparalleled commitment to nurturing intellectual curiosity, scholarship and strong character.

Guided by our vision; Inquire, Succeed, Act, we empower students to discover wonder, strive for excellence, and make a positive impact. Our mission is to shape pioneers for a global future, instilling values of wisdom, courage, integrity, and service which forge strong character. As an IB continuum school, we align with the IB Learner Profile, ensuring graduates emerge as compassionate, principled and internationally minded citizens.

At ISA Science City, education transcends boundaries. Through cutting-edge research, collaborative spaces, and vibrant arts and sports programs, we prepare students to lead change whether locally, nationally, and globally. Here is where curiosity ignites, potential unfolds, and the leaders for tomorrow are shaped.

Integrating World-Class Pedagogy with East-West Philosophies for Balanced Global Development

•Fuses the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme with the UK National Curriculum standards

•Outstanding specialist lessons, a Language Programme, and a wide range of co-curricular activities (CCA)

•Creating a high-quality, creative, and diversified education model

•Students receive an authentic international education, connecting with the world

•We cultivate lifelong learners with an global perspective.

•Field trips and residential camps stimulate curiosity, expand perspectives and reinforce practical skills.

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IB Primary Years Programme​​

EY1-EY4 (age 2-5)​

ISA Science City combines IB PYP framework with the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for EY1-EY3, British National Primary Curriculum Standard for EY4 for a globally recognised education pathway.

With an approach inspired by the philosophy of world-renowned Reggio Emilia early childhood pedagogy to support children's holistic development.

Core Subjects, Specialist Curriculum and Language Development​​

•Provides a strong foundation across key subjects including English, Chinese and Mathematics.

•A key focus is empowering your child to communicate with clarity in their home language (where available) and English.

•Features specialist teachers in Elective Language, Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Physical Education to support diverse learning needs.

•Enriches all aspects of language development supporting fluency as a multilingual learner.

Inquiry-based and Intellectual Growth

•Children are encouraged to ask questions, explore natural phenomena and apply problem-solving skills in real-world contexts.

•STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) concepts are integrated into daily learning to foster interdisciplinary thinking.

•Our programme integrates guided inquiry activities to nurture mathematical concepts, innovation and analytical skills, while developing conceptual understanding in early mathematical skills to facilitate mastery.

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IB Primary Years Programme

Grade 1-Grade5 (age 6-10)

Adopting the robust UK curriculum standards within the IB PYP framework to set academic benchmarks

Chinese language is taught to the highest of expectations using the Chinese National Curriculum (CNC).

A curriculum framework that focuses on transdisciplinary teaching, conceptual driven and inquiry - based approaches.

Personalised Learning Pathways​​

•Each student is viewed as an individual, with their personal skills, abilities and interests informing learning.

•To ensure all students make progress and reach their potential, standardised assessments are used to measure achievement against international benchmarks.

•Our curriculum challenges all learners, extending beyond textbooks to bring expert-designed learning to life through dedicated teachers in every classroom.

Diverse Language Options

• A leading language school: English, Chinese, Mother-Tongue (e.g. Korean and Japanese).

•Integrating global benchmarks with cross-cultural understanding to cultivate communicators with a truly global mindset.

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IB Middle Years Programmes

Grade 6-Grade 10 (age 11-15)

ISA Science City’s MYP (Grades 6–10) delivers a rigorous, differentiated curriculum that blends the IB Middle Years Programme with UK content standards.

The curriculum content at ISA Science City’s Secondary School has been developed for each subject of the Middle Years Programme, taking the best from both East and West in language learning, mathematics, the sciences including sports sciences, and the arts and design, and articulating it into the MYP framework for teaching and learning.

Differentiated Teaching

•With pathways tailored to Standard, Higher and Honors levels, it fosters academic excellence, language acquisition and social and emotional growth.

•Core programs include interdisciplinary learning, super-curricular opportunities and targeted English language support.

•Through personalized timetables, authentic assessments and holistic development initiatives, ISASC prepares globally-minded learners for the IB Diploma and beyond.

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IB Diploma Programme

Grade 11-Grade 12 (age 16-18)

In Grades 11 and 12, our students will undertake the most globally respected pre-university programme in the world, the IB’s Diploma Programme. It is recognised internationally for its rigour, the breadth and depth of its requirements, as well as the level of criteria.

ISA Science City has consulted the relevant Diploma Programme subject guides and Middle Years Programme teacher support materials to ensure a smooth continuity through the grade levels of the Secondary School.

Students will select from six courses from the subject groups, three at higher level, three at standard level.

1 Studies in Language and Literature

- English 英语 SL/HL

- Chinese 中文 SL/HL

- Korean SL/HL

- Japanese SL/HL

2 Language Acquisition

- English  SL/HL

- Chinese  ab initio SL/SL/HL

- Spanish ab initio SL

- French ab initio SL

3 Individuals and Societies

- Business Management  SL/HL

- History  SL/HL

- Psychology  SL/HL

- Digital Society  SL/HL

- Economics  SL/HL

- Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS)* SL/HL

4 Sciences

- Biology  SL/HL

- Chemistry  SL/HL

- Physics  SL/HL

- Design and Technology  SL/HL

- Computer Science SL/HL

- Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS)*  SL/HL

- Sports, Exercise & Health Science SL/HL

5 Mathematics

- Analysis and Approaches  SL/HL

- Applications and Interpretation  SL/HL

6 The Arts

- Visual Arts  SL/HL

- Music  SL/HL

- Theatre SL/HL

- Film SL/HL

Made up of the three required components, the DP core aims to broaden students’ educational experience and challenge them to apply their knowledge and skills. The three core elements are:

- Theory of knowledge（TOK）

in which students reflect on the nature of knowledge and on how we know what we claim to know.

- The extended essay (EE)

which is an independent, self-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000-word paper.

- Creativity, activity, service (CAS)

in which students complete 18 months of activities and a project related to those three concepts.

Equipped with one of the most modern designed boarding facilities in the Greater Bay Area, ISA Science City provides a safe, loving and productive learning and living environment for up to 500 students in grades 6-12. For us, 'boarding' is not just a single service that provides accommodation for students, but a deeply immersive community of exploration, experience and growth. It is a 'home away from home' for boarding students, where they can develop their full range of abilities and explore more deeply the connections between themselves and others.Besides, ISA is a Boarding Schools Association(BSA) and Australian Boarding Schools Association（ABSA） member school.

The boarding house is open to all secondary school students (G6-G12) and provides a warm and safe environment for boarders to study and live at school. Parents can choose between full time boarding or weekly boarding depending on family needs.

A.Full-time boarders

Residents attend seven days and nights a week during term time. This option is ideal for international students and those from more distant parts of China.

B.Weekly boarders

Residents attend at the school Monday to Friday. This provision enables those students from cities easily accessible to Guangzhou, the option of returning home each weekend.

Professional Boarding Team

ISASC ensures that every boarder is provided the highest level of care and support. There will be 24/7 supervision throughout the term time. Our Boarding Staff are led by a highly experienced suite of Boarding Leaders, ensuring that the quality of our facility is more than matched by the outstanding quality of our staff.

The boarding team consists of the Head of Boarding, the Deputy Head of Boarding, boarding staff members, and academic tutoring teachers. Along with the Head of Boarding, there is a Deputy Head of Boarding who works together to ensure the smooth operation of the boarding house, while also having delegated responsibility for the male and female sections within the boarding community. There are also both residential and non-residential boarding staff who support and manage the daily routine of boarding. We also have academic tutors who offer support to boarding students during evening prep with homework or subject for need such as additional English.

The boarding team is committed to bringing the highest global standards of boarding practice to the school, ensuring that every boarder learns and grows in a caring and happy boarding community.

All of our boarders are fully involved in the many learning opportunities provided to them both at the school and within the boarding community. All boarders are monitored, supported and guided with their academic development, assisting them in striving towards significant goals.

In addition to academic development, all boarders are required to participate in at least one core arts activity (with options in music, drama and visual arts) and at least two sports programmes. In addition, enrichment activities are an important part of boarding life and boarding activities include, but are not limited to:

HoS Night
Appreciation Dinner
Group Birthday Party
Movie Night
Student Voice Meeting
Leadership Programmes
Weekend City Tour

Each week night, a programme of structured academic extension helps students consolidate classroom learning. Independent and small group sessions, supported by mentors, will assist students as they complete homework and assignments. The Boarding House provides a comfortable environment for students suitable for focused study. Boarders will have full access to the key academic facilities, as appropriate, for their study and academic development.

The ISA Science City Boarding House programme also assists students in areas such as university and career guidance, life skills and well-being.

The ISA Science City Boarding House differs greatly from traditional dormitory environments seen in China and in other Asian locations. Our contemporary facilities provide with a holistic learning enviroment.

Boarders reside within the ISA Science City campus and will have extended access to our world-leading facilities. This additional access includes the sports centre, gymnasium, basketball and badminton courts, running track and football pitch, music and drama studios, library and indoor swimming pool. It will be an extraordinary opportunity for adolescents to reside within a space and guided by outstanding mentors, during this significant development time of their life.

The boarding life at ISA Science City takes the "immersive community" as its core, aiming to promote the all-round development of students. Equipped with modern facilities, a professional boarding team, diverse courses, and a rich variety of activities, it has created an excellent learning and living environment for students. The boarding department has always been committed to continuously improving the quality of its services, precisely meeting the diverse needs of students, and fully unleashing their growth potential. Looking ahead, we are filled with anticipation. We hope that the boarding life can bring more excitement to students' campus time, endow them with valuable skills, knowledge, and wonderful memories, making their time at ISA Science City an unforgettable and treasured chapter in their lives.

ISA Science City offers a full range of high quality Cocurricular Programme (CCA) and after-school & weekend programmes (provided by lSA International Academy) for students of all ages to pursue personalised options.

Providing strong professional-level training support and competition-level coaching for the arts, sports and academic school teams, leading students to participate in various competitions, nurturing their unique strengths while giving them the courage and strength to step onto more international stages.

The school provides a diverse array of co-curricular programs spanning academics, languages, arts, STEM, service and well-being and sports. Students are encouraged to explore these enriching opportunities based on their interests and talents. Increasingly, we are developing our super-curricular programme which will extend students beyond the traditional curriculum and credential learning of the highest level.