For the fifth consecutive year, WAB has been named China's Most Innovative International School by KingLead, a leading international school ranking organization. Selected from over 1,200 schools, this recognition is a reflection of WAB’s ongoing commitment to evolving learning and preparing students for what’s next. 

At WAB, innovation is about both technology and transformative learning experiences. From innovative design programs and robotics labs to initiatives that foster student agency, cultural understanding, and real-world engagement, WAB creates an environment where students take ownership of their learning, explore their passions, and develop the confidence and skills to thrive. 

• Day 9 empowers students to shape their own learning journey, giving them the flexibility to explore areas of personal interest in greater depth. 

• Our Global Citizenship Program connects academics with real-world challenges, integrating community partnerships into daily learning and encouraging students to apply their knowledge beyond the classroom. 

• Technology and design programs, including robotics and maker spaces, equip students with hands-on experience in the design cycle, problem-solving, and innovation, preparing them for the evolving world of AI and emerging technologies. 

• WAB Wild reconnects students with nature through outdoor survival skills, environmental stewardship, and adventure-based learning, ensuring that innovation extends beyond screens and into the natural world. 

• China Studies immerses students in our host country's rich history, culture, and global influence, bringing in leading experts in technology, innovation, and sustainability to bridge deep cultural understanding with forward-thinking learning. 

By combining technology, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary exploration, WAB continues to push the boundaries of what education should be—preparing students not just for what’s next, but for what’s possible. 

This recognition is part of the 2025 KingLead China International School Innovative Competitiveness Ranking, which evaluates schools based on: 

• International Certifications 
• Faculty Excellence 
• Community and Global Influence 
• Expert Assessments 

Dr. Marta Medved Krajnovic, WAB's Head of School, expressed, "What drives WAB forward is our collective expertise and passion for creating meaningful and impactful learning experiences that are aligned with what young people need to succeed in the world that is complex and rapidly changing."

She added, "Learning at WAB also reflects our commitment to co-creating a learning environment together with our students. We are proud of our young people because they themselves push the boundaries of what learning can be. And this fifth consecutive receiving of the innovation award is not just a recognition of our past achievements but a motivation for us to carry on the work we deeply believe in."