Dalian Discovery Experience: a semester or year of study at Dalian American International School
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Dalian American International School's Dalian Discovery Experience lets secondary students spend one semester or one academic year in China, learning in an American international school environment, with boarding that includes 24/7 supervision and all meals.
What the school has announced
On 12 November, 2026, Dalian American International School (DAIS) in Dalian, China, published a post describing the Dalian Discovery Experience. The post invites students to "experience American international education, cultural immersion, and boarding life" at the school "while spending a semester or academic year in one of China's most vibrant coastal cities."
In the school's words, "The Dalian Discovery Experience at Dalian American International School allows students to spend one semester or one academic year in China while learning in an American international school environment."
Who the programme is for
The school states that the programme is designed for secondary students. According to the post, "Designed for secondary students, the program offers a unique opportunity to study abroad in one of China's most beautiful coastal cities while becoming part of a diverse international school community."
Length of stay
The published description gives two options for the length of the stay:
- one semester
- one academic year
Boarding
The post describes boarding life as part of the experience. Two points are listed for boarding:
- 24/7 supervision and care
- All meals included
Academic pathways listed in the post
The same post lists the academic pathways available at DAIS:
- Advanced Placement (AP) courses
- Cambridge International A Level pathway
The school describes itself as part of the Nord Anglia Education family. In the post on the Dalian Discovery Experience, it states: "As the only Nord Anglia Education school offering both AP and A Level pathways, DAIS provides students with multiple pathways for their academic future."
The school community described in other recent posts
Other posts published by the school around the same time describe parts of school life on the Dalian campus.
A post dated 06 November, 2026 describes Halloween events held across the school. On October 29, Elementary students held the annual Halloween Parade. On October 30, the High School Student Government hosted its annual Halloween House Event. On October 31, Student Government and the National Honor Society hosted their annual Monster Mash and Haunted House.
The school reports that over 400 families from across Dalian attended the Monster Mash, and that families could explore more than 20 games, food vendors, and a variety of arts and crafts activities. Guest readers shared stories in different languages, including Chinese, Arabic, and Spanish.
A post dated 10 November, 2026, titled "Yes AI or No AI? Future-Ready Learning at DAIS", opens with the school's statement that "preparing students for this world means much more than teaching them how to use technology." The same post describes World Literacy, which the school calls "a unique DAIS Elementary subject that brings Language Arts and Social Studies together through an interconnected, interdisciplinary approach to learning."
Programme details at a glance
| Item | What the school has published |
|---|---|
| Programme name | Dalian Discovery Experience |
| Students | Secondary students |
| Length | One semester or one academic year |
| Setting | American international school environment in Dalian, China |
| Boarding supervision | 24/7 supervision and care |
| Meals | All meals included |
| Pathways listed | Advanced Placement (AP) courses; Cambridge International A Level pathway |
| School group | Nord Anglia Education |
Not covered in the published material
The post on the Dalian Discovery Experience does not list a separate fee, start dates or an application procedure for the programme.
Questions parents ask
How long can a student stay on the Dalian Discovery Experience?
The school states that students can spend one semester or one academic year in China through the programme.
Which students is the programme designed for?
According to the school, the Dalian Discovery Experience is designed for secondary students.
What does boarding include?
The school's post lists 24/7 supervision and care, and all meals included.
Which academic pathways does DAIS offer?
The post describing the programme lists Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a Cambridge International A Level pathway. The school describes itself as the only Nord Anglia Education school offering both AP and A Level pathways.
Is Dalian American International School part of a school group?
Yes. The school describes itself as part of the Nord Anglia Education family.