Welcome to our School!

Parents, Teachers, and Friends,

Dear Prospective Families,

Welcome 欢迎 (huānyíng), to International Friends School. We’re delighted that you’re exploring our community and considering a school where your child can be truly known, celebrated, and deeply engaged in learning.

I am honored to serve as the new Head of School at IFS. From the moment I was introduced to this community, I was struck by its warmth, purpose, and vision—qualities that come alive every day through our joyful classrooms, dedicated educators, and remarkable students.

At IFS, we blend Quaker values—simplicity, peace, integrity, equality, community, and stewardship—with an immersive Chinese language program and a project-based learning approach. The result is an education that nurtures cognitive flexibility, creative problem-solving, and global competence.

As you explore our website, you’ll find information about our early childhood and elementary programs, our educational philosophy, and what makes bilingual education such a powerful foundation for lifelong learning. I hope you’ll also catch glimpses of the heart and spirit that define IFS—curious children, compassionate educators, and a culture rooted in respect and belonging.

We know that choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a family can make. We invite you to reach out with your questions, schedule a visit, and come see firsthand what makes International Friends School such a special place to learn and grow.

Warmly,
Xiaorong

Xiaorong Li, PhD
Head of School
International Friends School
Email: xiaorong@ifschool.org