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Subject and Competition Centre 

ISAIA Subject and Competition Centre

This is where potential meets purposeful development

In today’s globally competitive academic landscape, demonstrating exceptional subject mastery and intellectual agility is paramount for students aspiring to excel. ISAIA Subject and Competition Centre ignites students’ academic interests and enhances their competitiveness through a wealth of subject competitions and research projects.

Core Strengths

Diverse Academic Fields

ISAIA Subject and Competition Centre offers a wide range of academic competitions and research opportunities in mathematics, physics, chemistry, economics, biology, computer science, and languages, catering to the diverse interests and academic pursuits of students in international curricula. These programmes not only help students explore their interests and deepen their academic knowledge but also enhance their critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and teamwork abilities.

Subject Competition
Mathematics AMC8、AMC12、HMMT、DMM
Physics Physics Bowl、BPhO、IYPT
Chemistry IChO、UKChO、RSC Rising Star
Biology USABO、IBO
Computer Science iGEM、ISEF
Economics NEC、IEO
Languages John Locke Essay Competition、The Concord Review
Other Subjects Activities such as mathematical modelling, science competitions, and language and literature contests aim to achieve comprehensive improvement in students’ academic proficiency and overall capabilities.
Provide Subject Competition and Subject Training Participate in top-tier domestic and international competitions such as AMC, USACO, BPhO, and the Shing-Tung Yau Science Award, honing thinking and academic expression skills through practical experience.

Why Choose International Curriculum Subject Training?

Addressing Insufficient School Resources

Solving the challenges of personalised instruction in large international school classes

Breaking Through High-Score Bottlenecks

Targeted support for key topics in IB, AP, A-Level, and DSE courses

Preparing for University Academic Demands

Cultivating critical thinking, research skills, and English academic writing

Enhancing Competition/ Research Background

Strengthening differentiated competitiveness for top university applications through contests and research experience

Core Curriculum Coverage

Course Category Coverage Areas Target Students
Mainstream Course Tutoring Coverage Areas: IBDP (HL/SL), AP, A-Level, Honors/AP( US Curriculum) Target Students: Current students in international schools or public international divisions
Transition Courses Coverage Areas: IGCSE, MYP, Pre-AP, IB Preparatory Classes Target Students: New students planning to transition into an international curriculum
Standardized Test Integration Courses Coverage Areas: IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT Target Students: Students applying for overseas study
Academic Extension Coverage Areas: International competition training courses, research projects, EPQ, etc Target Students: Students aiming for top-tier universities.
High-Calibre Coaching Team Led by professional coaches with international competition backgrounds, who provide personalised preparation plans to help students excel in major contests. We believe that through participation in high-caliber academic competitions and research projects, students not only consolidate their foundational subject knowledge and expand their intellectual horizons, but also sharpen their critical thinking, enhance their research skills, and foster a collaborative spirit.

Faculty Introduction

侯洁
Jessie Hou
Academic Director of ISA International Academy
Deputy Coordinator of the University Guidance Counseling of ISAIEG
  • She has over 9 years of experience in education, and has guided students get into the top 50 Universities around the world, including Columbia University, University of Chicago, Brown University, Tsinghua University, Cambridge University, etc.
  • She has been awarded as ‘Excellent Counsellor’ by CIALFO. She is an IACA-certified Advanced Career Advisor and has been entitled as an Outstanding Educator by the University of Chicago, 2022.
  • She is an IACA-certified Advanced Career Advisor.
彭婧
Peggy Peng
Deputy Director of Academic Tutoring Centre
  • Master’s Degree in Materials Science from the University of Augsburg, Germany
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Inorganic Non-Metallic Materials Engineering from Central South University, China
  • With over 10 years of experience teaching IGCSE, A Level, and AP Physics, she has previously worked at top schools in Shanghai as a physics teacher and head of the science department
  • Her students have achieved remarkable success, including the regional team first place in the ‘Physics Bowl’, a Gold Award in the British Physics Olympiad (BPhO), and a global Silver Award in the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition for high school teams.
  • Furthermore, Peggy’s guidance has helped her students gain scholarships to prestigious.
朱越莉
Stephanie Zhu
Economics Teacher
  • Maste’s in Financial Engineering from EDHEC Business School, ranked top 5 in Europe for finance (Financial Times)
  • Working experience at Nomura, a top-tier global investment bank, with hands-on experience in financial markets and data analysis
  • Experienced IGCSE, AP Economics, and TOEFL Writing instructor, with a strong track record of results
  • Supported over 100 students achieving 5s in both AP Micro& Macro Economics, and guided multiple students achieving 28+ in TOEFL Writing
  • Expert at connecting academic theory with real-world finance, making abstract concepts relatable and practical
  • TOEFL 100+, capable of delivering bilingual instruction with emphasis on academic writing and critical thinking
  • Teaching style praised as logical, structured, and inspiring, fostering both exam success and intellectual growth