The International Program in Secondary adopts the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) and combines it with the Chinese regulated national curriculum.  The IMYC is a challenging, engaging, concept-focused curriculum designed specifically for the unique learning needs of 11-14 years olds in lower secondary or the middle years. It is not just a curriculum or a set of resources—it is a philosophy, pedagogy, and process. The IMYC was designed around the unique needs of the maturing adolescent brain and five key needs of students in this age group.  

The IMYC provides tasks that teachers can use to help the students reach the learning goals for the following subjects: English Language Arts, Science, History, Geography Art, Music, Technology, Physical Education, ICT and Computing.

The learning goals of the International Middle Years Curriculum outline the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed across all subjects as well as developing personal dispositions and international-mindedness.  Each IMYC unit has a theme that involves six weeks of learning based around a "Big Idea", which aims to help students achieve coherence and connection within their subjects.

The full range of thematic units includes Adaptability, Balance, Belief, Celebration, Challenge, Collaboration, Communication, Community, Competition, Consequences, Courage, Creativity, Curiosity, Development, Discovery, Entrepreneurship, Identity, Interpretation, Justice, Leadership, Reflection, Relationship, Renewal, Resilience, Resolution, Respect, Responsibility, Risk, Structures, and Tradition.  
The Big Idea challenges students to think beyond a topic by elevating the theme to broader, conceptual thinking, and making connections back to each of the IMYC subjects.  This rich, engaging program prepares Baishan students for academic success and leadership in high school and beyond.