Morrison Academy, Taipei
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$18K - US$22K
Curriculum: American
Age Range: 5-18
Students: ~923
Location: Linkou, New Taipei City, Taipei
Updated April 2026
In Brief
If you're a Christian family and the faith ethos matters, or if you're relocating to Linkou and want a strong American-curriculum school without TAS fees, Morrison is worth a serious look. The Linkou location rules it out for many families in central Taipei.
Morrison Academy sits in a different category to TAS and TES. It's a Christian school, openly and unapologetically, and that shapes everything from the daily culture to the admissions process. The Linkou campus, which opened in 2020, is purpose-built and genuinely impressive for a school of under 1,000 students - new facilities, green space, and a community that's tight-knit in the way smaller schools tend to be. Annual fees are meaningfully lower than TAS.
Around 923 students attend the Taipei campus. Historically Morrison served Taiwan's missionary community, but the school has widened its intake and now serves a broader international family base. The American curriculum runs to AP level in high school, and results are solid for a school of this size. Families who've been through the school mention the personal attention students get and the warmth of the community.
The catch is geography. Linkou is roughly 20km from central Taipei - from Da'an or Zhongshan, you're looking at 40-50 minutes each way in traffic, and the school doesn't have a central-Taipei bus route that's practical for daily use. If you're based in Linkou, Tucheng, or western New Taipei, the location is fine. If you're in a central Taipei apartment, the commute will shape your daily life significantly. The faith ethos is also worth being clear-eyed about - this is a school with Christian values woven into its culture, not just listed on the website.
What parents value
- –Purpose-built Linkou campus (2020) with modern facilities; small-school community feel with around 923 students. Lower fees than TAS or TES.
- –Strong pastoral care; families consistently mention personal attention and the warmth of the community. Good fit for families where Christian values are a priority.
- –AP courses available from Grade 9; WASC and ACSI accredited. Solid academic outcomes for a school of this size.
Points of consideration
- –Linkou is 20km from central Taipei. From Da'an or Zhongshan you're looking at a 40-50 minute commute each way. Be realistic about whether this works for your family's base.
- –The Christian faith ethos is central to school life - chapel, values, and community culture. Families for whom this is not a fit should consider TAS or TES instead.
- –AP availability is good at high school level, but the school's size means fewer elective choices than TAS. Ask about the specific AP subjects offered if that matters.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 5 | NaN |
| Elementary Grade 1-5 | 6 | NaN |
| Middle School Grade 6-8 | 11 | NaN |
| Secondary Grade 9-12 | 14 | NaN |
Fees converted from TWD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | NaN |
| Entrance Fee | NaN |
Academic Results
| AP | Available Grades 9-12 |
Morrison runs the US Common Core-aligned American curriculum through to AP level. AP courses are available from Grade 9 in high school, covering standard core subjects and selected electives.
WASC and ACSI accreditations underpin the academic programme. Ask the school for specific AP course offerings and recent results if college placement outcomes are a key factor.
Extra Curriculars
Facilities: Purpose-built 2020 campus · Sports facilities · Performing arts spaces
The Linkou campus opened in 2020 and offers modern facilities across a single site. Co-curricular activity is a genuine part of school life, and the faith community element means events like chapel and service projects are woven into the weekly routine.
Sport and arts participation are encouraged across year groups. Ask about specific after-school clubs and ACAMIS competition participation when you visit.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
- Accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Accreditations
- WASC
- ACSI
Memberships
- EARCOS
Student Body
Around 923 students attend the Taipei campus, making it significantly smaller than TAS or TES. The school originally served Taiwan's missionary community and still has a strong cohort of families in Christian ministry, alongside a growing proportion of international families from corporate and diplomatic backgrounds.
The smaller size creates a genuinely close community. Ask about nationalities represented and the current student mix when you visit.
Leadership
Zac Sawyer
Principal, Morrison Academy Taipei. Contact the school for the latest leadership update.