Upper School

In Upper School, HQIS offers a rigorous academic program that integrates the American Common Core with Advanced Placement (AP) courses, preparing students for success in university and beyond. Inquiry-based learning continues to be a focus, allowing students to engage in deep critical thinking, research, and collaborative projects. Our Upper School program emphasizes global awareness, with students developing the skills to become responsible, compassionate leaders. Alongside strong academics, students participate in extracurricular activities, service learning, and college counseling to foster well-rounded growth. Environmental sustainability remains central to our green culture, ensuring that students develop a strong sense of social responsibility.

 Comprehensive AP Curriculum

HQIS offers 14 AP Courses for High School students. AP subjects are college-level courses that require rigorous preparation, and that allow students to get ready for university beforehand by taking college-level tests. Students who choose AP courses have the opportunity to build and strengthen academic skills, such as critical thinking and analysis, that are essential in university. In addition, students will be able to earn credits that can be crucial when they will face college admission, and that will allow them to move into to upper-level college courses sooner. HQIS is also an official AP Test Center, and students can take AP exams at our school. HQIS is also an official AP Test Center, and students can take AP exams at our school.

In order to provide outstanding students with more opportunities to be admitted to top universities, the school will integrate AP Capstone Diploma. We are one of approximately 2,000 schools worldwide offering the AP Capstone Diploma program.

HQIS is a GOA Member

Besides, HQIS is now a proud member of Global Online Academy - GOA, a consortium of over 125 high-performing independent schools, representing 30 countries and over 30 states.

HQIS grants eligible and participating students credit for their involvement in GOA courses. Elective credits are awarded for summer courses, while semester and yearlong courses during the school year contribute either towards graduation requirements or elective credits, depending on the chosen course.

College Counseling

 Prepare Students For Their Dream College

Our hope is that each student can get admitted to the college they want to go to, and we actively guide them through this delicate phase of their lives. Our top-level College Counseling department has a team of highly qualified teachers and educators from prestigious universities. Their extensive experience with admission processes will help and support our senior students during the pivotal stage of the college application.