29/07/2026
⭐️ Joint Announcement by Tungder High School and ETON Hill Academy
⭐️ Outstanding Achievement in the 2026 IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) Global Examinations
Tungder High School and ETON Hill Academy are pleased to announce the outstanding achievements of our International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) students in the 2026 global examinations.
This announcement is respectfully presented to government agencies, education authorities, and educational stakeholders as a report of this year’s exceptional IB DP outcomes and the continued advancement of international and bilingual education in Taiwan.
✅ Executive Summary
🎉 Students jointly cultivated through the IB programme at Tungder High School and ETON Hill Academy achieved outstanding results in the 2026 global IB DP examinations, demonstrating academic excellence and strong international competencies.
🎉 100% of candidates successfully achieved the IB Diploma , with every graduate earning the highly regarded IB Bilingual Diploma, reflecting exceptional bilingual proficiency and interdisciplinary academic ability.
🎉 The highest individual score reached 41 out of 45 points, demonstrating students’ outstanding achievement across IB academic subjects, core requirements, and extended learning experiences.
🎉 The cohort achieved an average score of 35 points, exceeding both the 2026 global average score and Taiwan’s average performance, highlighting the effectiveness of the schools’ academic programmes and student support systems.
🎉 One outstanding student successfully completed all IB DP requirements one year ahead of schedule and was awarded the IB Diploma, demonstrating exceptional self-management, academic readiness, and future planning capability.
✅ Key Achievements
🎉 100% IB Diploma Success Rate
🎉 All candidates fulfilled the IB Diploma requirements and successfully obtained the internationally recognised IB qualification.
✅ 100% IB Bilingual Diploma Achievement
Every graduate attained the IB Bilingual Diploma, reflecting strong language development, intercultural communication skills, and the ability to undertake rigorous academic studies in multiple languages.
✅ Highest Score: 41/45
The cohort’s highest achievement of 41 points out of 45 demonstrates balanced excellence across six subject groups, IB core components, and independent academic inquiry.
✅ Outstanding Cohort Average: 35 Points
The cohort average of 35 points significantly exceeded the 2026 global average of 30.88 points, demonstrating consistent academic quality, effective teaching practices, and strong student learning outcomes.
✅ Exceptional Early Completion Achievement
One student completed the full IB Diploma Programme requirements and examinations during Grade 11, successfully achieving the IB Diploma one year ahead of the conventional timeline. This accomplishment highlights the potential of flexible learning pathways and personalised academic progression.
✅ Educational Excellence and Programme Features
⭐️ Comprehensive Bilingual Learning Development
The schools’ bilingual education approach integrates English and second-language learning throughout the curriculum, enabling students to develop the linguistic proficiency required for successful completion of the IB Bilingual Diploma.
✅ Integration of the IB Core Framework
The three essential components of the IB Diploma Programme:
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Extended Essay (EE)
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
are all embedded into academic learning and school culture, cultivating students’ critical thinking, independent research abilities, creativity, leadership, and commitment to community engagement.
✅ Balanced Academic Development Across Varied Subject Groups
Students undertake rigorous studies across IB subject areas, including:
Studies in Language and Literature
Language Acquisition
Individuals and Societies
Sciences
Mathematics
This structure ensures both academic breadth and opportunities for students to pursue their individual interests and strengths.
✅ Global University Preparation and Career Development
Through comprehensive university counselling, international exposure, and personalised academic guidance, students are supported in pursuing diverse pathways to universities and programmes worldwide.
⭐️⭐️ Significance for Education Development and Policy
✅ Supporting Taiwan’s Bilingual Education Vision
The achievement of a 100% IB Bilingual Diploma success rate demonstrates the effectiveness of structured bilingual education strategies and the value of internationally benchmarked learning frameworks.
✅ Strengthening Global Competitiveness
Students’ performance under the globally recognised IB assessment system reflects Taiwan students’ ability to compete and succeed within international education environments.
✅ Advancing Educational Quality and Innovation
The IB curriculum framework, inquiry-based learning model, and internationally aligned assessment practices provide valuable references for advancing competency-based education and innovative teaching approaches at the senior secondary level.
✅ Promoting Flexible and Diverse Learning Pathways
The achievement of a student completing the IB Diploma one year early demonstrates the feasibility of personalised learning progression and supports the development of flexible pathways for academically motivated students.
⭐️⭐️ Future Development Commitments
Tungder High School and ETON Hill Academy will continue to:
Strengthen professional development programmes for IB educators and enhance curriculum quality assurance systems.
Expand inter-school collaboration, international partnerships, and global learning opportunities.
Continuously review IB subject structures and core components to provide personalised support for students with diverse learning needs and aspirations.
Further promote innovative, bilingual, and internationally oriented education practices.
⭐️⭐️ Conclusion
Tungder High School and ETON Hill Academy remain committed to delivering high-quality international education founded upon academic excellence, bilingual competence, critical inquiry, and whole-person development.
Through the IB Diploma Programme, our students are empowered to become future-ready global citizens equipped with the ability to think critically, communicate across cultures, conduct independent research, and contribute positively to society.
We respectfully present this year’s outstanding IB DP achievements to government agencies and education authorities as a meaningful contribution to the continued development of bilingual and international education in Taiwan.
Contact Information
Tungder High School & ETON Hill Academy Administrative Centre
Address: No. 8, Peiying Lane, Zhongzheng Road, Caotun Township, Nantou County, Taiwan
Telephone: +886-49-2568556 / +886-49-2561690
Email: [email protected]
Release Date:July 30, 2026 (Taipei Time)