The WISS Difference
The Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is a leading international school in Shanghai. WISS is the only full continuum IB World School offering the four programmes of the International Baccalaureate (IB): the Primary Years Programme (IBPYP), the Middle Years Programme (IBMYP), the Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Career-related Programme (IBCP).
WISS cultivates healthy, balanced, confident and ethical people; striving to challenge and stimulate students to inquire, wonder, discover, and create each day. We aim to send into the world brave, compassionate, internationally minded global citizens with the skill and intellect to help shape the future. We pride ourselves on our caring community and our ability to engage and inspire our young people.
Located in the west of Shanghai, WISS has a warm and caring community with a student body made up of over 50 nationalities. We have set ourselves apart with our unique programmes and initiatives that help students to explore and further their passions.
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Contact us and our Admissions Team will arrange a tour of the campus and will answer any further questions that you may have.
During your individualized tour you will have the opportunity to view classes in progress (during school hours) and meet with key staff.
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Upcoming Events
*Wednesday, April 24th: Early Years Sports Day – morning sports activities (front fields), with awards given out during the afternoon on Wednesday, April 24th (classrooms)
9:20-9:30: Sports Day Greeting- Near the bridge on the secondary side for Pre-K and KG.
9:30-11:30: Sports Day for Pre-K and Kindergarten
10:20-10:30: Sports Day Greeting- Near the bridge on the secondary side for Nursery and Pre-N.
10:30-11:30: Sports Day for Pre-N and Nursery
11:30-11:40: Sports Day Conclusion and Celebration- Center of the large field.
11:40-11:50: Head back to classrooms and get ready for lunch.
*Friday, April 26th: Primary Sports Day- morning sports activities (back field), with awards given out during the afternoon on Wednesday, April 26th (Big Gym)
*Friday, April 26th: Primary Sports Day- morning sports activities (back field), with awards given out during the afternoon on Wednesday, April 26th (Big Gym)
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