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Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
LUYA Academy is an international school located in Linkou District, New Taipei City, Taiwan. It blends curriculums from Taiwan and the United States into two tracks: a core curriculum and a prospective curriculum. The core curriculum covers standard subjects taught in English and Chinese, while the prospective curriculum offers opportunities in arts and technology-focused studies. English is the primary language of instruction across core subjects, with Mandarin Chinese taught as a separate subject; the school emphasizes an immersive English environment for learning. Facilities highlighted in school communications include a Performing Arts space used for school events. The school operates for multiple grade levels, including LUYA Kindy (early years), G1–G5 primary, and G6–G9 (high school) with references to an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the high school track. LUYA also offers an optional school bus service.
3F, No. 498, Section 1, Wenhua North Road, Linkou District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, 244
The Essentials
LUYA Academy has instruction in English, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish.
Location
LUYA Academy is located at No. 498, Sec. 1, Wenhua N. Rd., Linkou District, New Taipei City 24446, Taiwan. The campus sits in Linkou District, a suburban area within New Taipei City. Contact details are +886-2-2600-1357 and office@luya.academy for inquiries and visits.
Stages
LUYA Academy serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 9, with separate G1-G5 and G6-G9 admission streams, indicating elementary through middle school levels.
Type
LUYA Academy operates as an international school based in Taiwan; it presents itself as an international institution and does not list boarding facilities.
Additional learning support
Public materials do not specify formal Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions; the school emphasizes inclusivity in its educational approach.
Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed; the school is located in Taiwan.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is listed.
School day structure
Detailed start/end times for the school day are not published in public materials; information currently available emphasizes admissions events and general programme structure.
Bus service
A school bus service is available where applicable, with semester-based pricing by zone: Zone 1 One Way 8,000 NT, Round Way 16,000 NT; Zone 2 One Way 16,500 NT, Round Way 33,000 NT.
Fees
Annual tuition at LUYA Academy ranges from TWD 17,039 to TWD 19,919 for 2026/27.
Application fee - Application Fee: TWD 30,000. This is charged for first-time applicants and is non‑refundable.
Tuition fees (per term and per year) - Tuition per semester: TWD 220,000. - Academic year structure: two semesters per year. Annual tuition (two semesters) = TWD 440,000.
Tuition by year group - No separate tuition rates by grade or year group are published; the stated tuition of TWD 220,000 per semester applies as the published semester rate.
Additional costs and typical charges (where amounts are published or indicated) - Textbooks: approximately TWD 66,000 per year. - Lunch: approximately TWD 12,000 per semester. - Student insurance fee: TWD 239 per semester. - Field trip fee: TWD 12,000 per semester. - Air‑conditioning maintenance fee: TWD 1,000 per semester. - School bag & uniform: listed as a cost item; amount not specified in the published fee schedule.
School bus (per semester, if applicable) - Zone 1: One‑way TWD 8,000; round‑way TWD 16,000 (per semester). - Zone 2: One‑way TWD 16,500; round‑way TWD 33,000 (per semester). - Note provided: only round‑way buses available for the referenced semester.
Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. There are no published boarding fees or boarding options in the school's published tuition and fees information.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency: Fees are presented on a per‑semester basis; the academic year comprises two semesters. Tuition is shown as TWD 220,000 per semester. - Application fee timing and refund status: the application fee (TWD 30,000) is charged on application and is non‑refundable. - No additional specific payment‑deadline dates, late‑payment penalties, or installment plan details are published in the fee schedule.
Refund information - Refunds are calculated based on the student's actual withdrawal date and follow these published rules: - Before registration: all paid fees except the new‑student application fee are refunded in full. - After registration but before classes start: 90% of tuition and miscellaneous fees (excluding the application fee) are refunded; other collected/agency fees are fully refunded. Books or computer software purchased from overseas are not refundable. - After classes start but within the first one‑third of the semester: two‑thirds (2/3) of tuition and miscellaneous fees (excluding the application fee) are refunded; books or software are not refundable; agency/handling fees are handled case‑by‑case. - After one‑third but before two‑thirds of the semester have passed: one‑third (1/3) of tuition and miscellaneous fees (excluding the application fee) are refunded; books or software are not refundable; agency/handling fees are handled case‑by‑case. - After two‑thirds of the semester have passed: no refunds are made; agency/handling fees are handled case‑by‑case.
Other costs and notes - Some items are stated as approximate (textbooks, lunch) and are indicated as "approx." in the published fee list. Exact amounts for school bag and uniform are not published. - Where a fee is described as "if applicable," that fee will only apply when chosen or required (for example, school bus service).
Fee payment options - Published fee information does not specify accepted payment methods (for example, credit card or bank transfer). For payment method details and billing deadlines, contact the school office by phone or email listed in the school's contact details.
Academics
LUYA Academy teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
LUYA Academy's curriculum combines Taiwan's national program with the American Common Core framework, organized into a core curriculum taught in English and Chinese and a prospective curriculum emphasizing arts, STEAM, and future technologies. The program serves LUYA Kindy for early years and LUYA Academy for primary and secondary levels, with instruction delivered in English and Mandarin Chinese. Core subjects include English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Chinese, with additional offerings in Performing Arts, Third Language (Spanish), Computer Science, STEAM, Visual Arts, Physical Education, and Music. English Language Arts emphasizes independent reading and writing; Science covers five major areas—Physical Science, Life Science, Earth Science, Space Science, and the Nature of Science. The curriculum supports project-based learning and cross-disciplinary inquiry, with integrated arts and technology elements across disciplines.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
LUYA Academy emphasizes social and emotional development as part of its holistic education. The Mission & Vision states Learn to Love to Learn to Lead and describes guiding students socially, emotionally, and academically. The school aims to instill character, confidence, and leadership within a joyous learning environment. It also highlights opportunities for cross-cultural exposure and global experiences to support empathy and social understanding. Public materials present SEL as an integrated part of the overall approach rather than as a separate, stand-alone program.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school publicly emphasises inclusivity and holistic development, but does not disclose dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, staff, or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. The site describes guiding students socially, emotionally, and academically and highlights inclusivity as a core value. No explicit SEN staff roles, facilities, or SEN-specific programmes are published on LUYA Academy's public materials. The school's inclusion emphasis is stated, but SEN-specific details are not publicly disclosed.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school describes a supportive English-learning environment and bilingual education in its public materials. The English Language Arts curriculum develops independent reading and writing in English, with emphasis on comprehension, analysis, and communication. English and Mandarin are both used in the core curriculum, indicating a bilingual delivery across subjects. Explicit EAL programmes, staffing, or initiatives are not publicly disclosed.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed as part of LUYA Academy's social-emotional development framework. The Mission & Vision outline guiding students socially and emotionally, alongside academic aims, within a joyous learning environment. The school's approach emphasizes character, empathy, and leadership as wellbeing outcomes. There are no publicly disclosed, separate mental health services or counsellor programs beyond these statements.
Safeguarding
LUYA Academy does not publish safeguarding or child protection policies in its publicly available materials. Contact details are provided for inquiries (e.g., via the LUYA Contact page), but there is no publicly disclosed safeguarding policy or designated safeguarding staff on the site. For authoritative safeguarding information, contact the school directly.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Admission briefing must be attended before submitting an application. Prospective families receive information about LUYA Academy's curriculum and admissions process during the briefing, which serves as the prerequisites for later steps.
2. Submit the admissions application after attending the briefing. The application form for G1–G5 requires prior briefing attendance.
3. Phase 1: Student Interview. Applicants who advance to Phase 1 participate in a student interview.
4. Phase 2: Experience Day and Parent Interviews. Those who pass Phase 1 are invited to Phase 2, which includes an Experience Day and Parent Interviews.
5. Phase 2: Parent Interviews. Separate Parent Interviews are conducted during Phase 2.
6. Admission Letter Delivery. Successful applicants receive their Admission Letter.
7. Enrollment/Registration Day. The final step is Enrollment Day, when families complete the registration process.
Scholarships
LUYA Academy does not describe any scholarship program on its official tuition and admissions materials.
Waitlist
LUYA Academy does not publish a separate waitlist or pool system.
FAQs
What curriculum does LUYA Academy offer?
LUYA Academy offers American curriculum. LUYA Academy's curriculum combines Taiwan's national program with the American Common Core framework, organized into a core curriculum taught in English and Chinese and a prospective curriculum emphasizing arts, STEAM, and future technologies.
What age range does LUYA Academy cater for?
LUYA Academy accepts students from age 4 to 18. LUYA Academy serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 9, with separate G1-G5 and G6-G9 admission streams, indicating elementary through middle school levels.
What are the fees at LUYA Academy?
Annual fees at LUYA Academy range from approximately 17,039 to 19,919. **Application fee** - Application Fee: TWD 30,000. This is charged for first-time applicants and is non‑refundable. **Tuition fees (per term and per year)** - Tuition per semester: TWD 220,000. - Academic year structure: two semesters per year. Annual tuition (two semesters) = TWD 440,000.
Where is LUYA Academy located?
LUYA Academy is located in Taiwan. LUYA Academy is located at No. 498, Sec. 1, Wenhua N. Rd., Linkou District, New Taipei City 24446, Taiwan. The campus sits in Linkou District, a suburban area within New Taipei City. Contact details are +886-2-2600-1357 and office@luya.academy for inquiries and visits.
Is LUYA Academy co-educational?
LUYA Academy is a co-educational school. LUYA Academy operates as an international school based in Taiwan; it presents itself as an international institution and does not list boarding facilities.
How do I apply to LUYA Academy?
The admissions process at LUYA Academy: 1. Admission briefing must be attended before submitting an application. Prospective families receive information about LUYA Academy's curriculum and admissions process during the briefing, which serves as the prerequisites for later steps. 2.
Does LUYA Academy offer scholarships or financial aid?
LUYA Academy offers scholarships and financial aid. LUYA Academy does not describe any scholarship program on its official tuition and admissions materials.
What learning support does LUYA Academy provide?
LUYA Academy provides learning support services. The school publicly emphasises inclusivity and holistic development, but does not disclose dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, staff, or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
Does LUYA Academy offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
The school describes a supportive English-learning environment and bilingual education in its public materials. The English Language Arts curriculum develops independent reading and writing in English, with emphasis on comprehension, analysis, and communication.
What facilities does LUYA Academy have?
LUYA Academy maintains a digital library as part of its learning resources, with sections labeled for core and essential materials (e.g., 2000 Core B1-B4 and 4000 Essential B4-B5). Performing Arts is included in the curriculum, indicating a focus on arts education.
What extra-curricular activities are available at LUYA Academy?
LUYA Academy offers a range of extra-curricular activities. LUYA offers a structured arts program including Music, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts. The Music program includes theory and performance with regular student performances and rigorous rehearsals to build confidence and musical literacy.
What languages are taught at LUYA Academy?
English and Mandarin Chinese are used in LUYA Academy's core curriculum. Spanish is taught as a third language with immersion methods. The core curriculum at LUYA Academy is delivered in both English and Chinese. English Language Arts and the standard subjects are taught bilingually, supporting proficiency in both languages.
Does LUYA Academy have a uniform policy?
Uniform is required; an item labeled 'School Bag & Uniform' is listed under Additional Fees with no published cost.
What is the parent community like at LUYA Academy?
LUYA Academy's community engages through a calendar of events that brings students, families, and staff together.
