XLIS is renowned for its dedication to fostering individualism while nurturing strong student-teacher relationships, promoting academic excellence, offering a rigorous IB program, and embracing Chinese culture. Our mission is to educate students to become confident, open-minded global citizens through lifelong learning and a strong sense of community.
I am incredibly excited to begin my 11th year as Head of School in this fabulous community. As we enter our 21st year, I am filled with enthusiasm and confidence for the future. Over the past few years, we have risen to new heights in the face of pandemic challenges, embracing transformation and riding the waves of change. Our school has become more resilient, inclusive, and robust. As we are approaching the end of the 2023-2024 academic year, our student enrollment numbers have reached new records, and our diverse environment is consistently achieving outstanding results. Currently, we have over 800 students and faculty members from 54 countries and regions around the world.
XLIS, formerly known as Xi’an High-Tech International School International Department (XHIS), was founded in 2003. Our focus has always been on building a healthy campus that embodies intelligence and environmental protection. Our beautiful campus, named Liangjiatan after the Horse Pasture of the Great General Liang Huafeng from the Qing Dynasty, blends harmoniously with the stunning southern Qinling Mountains. The first-class campus facilities perfectly meet the teaching and learning requirements and the growth needs of the students. Each school year, we gather suggestions from community members and implement them on holidays, showing the power of innovation through surprising transformations on our campus.
I firmly believe that teamwork makes dreams work, and our community members are the heart and soul of our school. Our teachers are dedicated and committed to providing a differentiated and holistic education to our students. Our Class 2024 DP graduates received acceptances from many of the world’s most prestigious colleges and universities, including majors in Business Management, Computer Science, Economics, Psychology, and Fashion Design. Our parents, particularly the Parent Teacher Association (PTA), continue to be most supportive and incredibly committed throughout the year. Our administrative and logistics staff work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the smooth operation of the school and the functionality of the campus. Moreover, our community partners, including our accrediting bodies, IB and WASC, members of ACAMIS, EARCOS, and our affiliation with the local government, ensure that we adhere to rigorous international and local standards.
As the most competitive and attractive international school in Northwest China, I feel blessed by what XLIS has achieved in over 20 years. I am also proud of the connections we are making today in an ever-changing world, and confident that we will achieve further growth in the future!
I welcome you to join us on a mutual development path and invite you to explore our website (https://xalis.com) to learn more about XLIS.
Head of School
Dr. Lily Liu
Xi’an Liangjiatan International School (XLIS), the successor of Xi’an Hi-Tech International School, International Department (XHISID), was founded in 2003. It is the first IB World School authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization in the northwest region of China. It is also a key international education program supported by the Hi-Tech Zone Administrative Committee of Xi’an, Shaanxi. The new campus of Xi’an Liangjiatan International School covers a land area of 68,666 square meters. This establishment will be considered a green and modern campus which will provide outstanding international education on a large scale.
