About Us

A Century of Educational Excellence

Founded in 1906, Guiyang No.1 High School is Guizhou Province's first Class-1 Provincial Model High School. Our campus covers 465 mu, home to over 5,000 students from Grade 7 to Grade 12, forming a vibrant learning community staffed by more than 400 elite educators.

As the undisputed leader of education in Guizhou Province, we consistently rank No.1 across the province in elite university admissions via the Gaokao and subject Olympiad competitions. We remain a key talent pipeline for China's most prestigious universities, including Tsinghua University and Peking University.

Beyond outstanding academic performance, our holistic education is widely recognized nationwide: our athletic teams have won multiple national honors, and we boast a thriving campus culture with top-tier music and arts associations.

Campus aerial view

Our Mission & Vision

Cultivating future leaders with Chinese soul and global vision

Our Mission

To cultivate future leaders of sound integrity and independent growth, who uphold truth and benevolence, embrace Chinese cultural identity, and possess global vision. We firmly believe that true global leaders must develop holistic character, stay rooted in their cultural heritage, and master cross-cultural competencies to thrive in an interconnected world.

Our Vision

To build a world-class high school renowned domestically and internationally, lead educational advancement across Guizhou and Western China, and empower students to become bridges linking China and the globe.

Our Motto

Century-old wisdom guiding modern education

勤
Diligence

The pursuit of academic excellence — fostering proactive inquiry and perseverance in both national and international curricula.

慎
Prudence

Nurturing critical thinking culture, requiring students to abide by rigorous academic integrity standards and prioritize evidence-based reasoning.

朴实
Authenticity

Championing an authentic, inclusive campus community where diversity is sincerely valued without superficial pretense.

自强不息
Self-Improvement

Cultivating a resilient growth mindset, teaching faculty and students to view challenges as stepping stones toward lifelong advancement.

International Department

A pioneer of international education in the region since 2002

150+
Students (Grade 10-12)
1:5
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Overseas Experience
80+
Courses Offered

Dual Accreditation

Authorized AP School by College Board and Cambridge International School by CAIE, ensuring the highest global academic standards.

Elite University Placements

Consistent admissions to G5 and Top 10 global universities including Cornell, UC Berkeley, Imperial College London, and UCL.

Expert Faculty

95% of teachers hold Master's degrees or above, bringing international perspectives and expertise to every classroom.

Holistic Development

13+ student-led clubs, monthly themed activities, and professional workshops ensuring well-rounded global citizens.

Our Journey

Key milestones in our century-long history

1906
School Founded
Guiyang No.1 High School was established, marking the beginning of a century-long legacy of educational excellence.
2002
International Department Established
The International Department was founded, becoming a pioneer of international education in the region.
2010
AP School Accreditation
Received authorization as an AP School by the College Board, offering American college-level courses.
2015
Cambridge International School
Certified as a Cambridge International School by CAIE, expanding our dual-track academic offerings.
2020
Class-1 Provincial Model
Recognized as Guizhou Province's first Class-1 Provincial Model High School.
2026
Record University Placements
Class of 2026 achieved 234 university offers with 34% admitted to QS World Top 20 universities.