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Below, we have compiled our top 20 international schools in China according to our users. However, there are another 141 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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Hangzhou International School

HIS is a truly unique international IB World School that offers both an academic and well-rounded learning experience far beyond the classroom. We are a full IB Continuum School, serving children of foreign nationals from Early Years through Grade 12, from ages 2 to 18.
City
Hangzhou
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元210,000
to: 元262,500

Shanghai Singapore International School

Love is the foundation which Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) is built upon. We take pride in offering a unique curriculum pathway that integrates world-renowned educational programmes from kindergarten to high school diploma (K-12).
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元200,000
to: 元300,000
Reviews
(2 reviews)

American International School of Guangzhou

American International School of Guangzhou is an independent, non-profit, IB World School that provides an exemplary international education for foreign children from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
City
Guangzhou
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元212,000
to: 元281,000
Reviews
(1 review)

The British International School Shanghai, Puxi

BISS Puxi offers personalised education which enables each child to achieve outstanding academic outcomes. As part of Nord Anglia Education, our school delivers robust UK curricula enhanced through collaborations with the world’s best – MIT, Juilliard and UNICEF.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元262,390
to: 元375,200

Western International School of Shanghai

WISS is a prestigious international school located in the Western suburbs of Shanghai. WISS offers a unique, enriching, and balanced educational experience for students from all over the world, with a focus on Academic Excellence, Sports, Arts, and Community Service.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元170,500
to: 元275,600
Reviews
(15 reviews)

The British School of Guangzhou

Part of the Nord Anglia family of premium international schools, The British School of Guangzhou is known for its excellent record of academic success as the longest running school of British heritage in Guangzhou.
City
Guangzhou
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元135,600
to: 元281,000
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Best 20 International Schools in China

Out of a total of 161 International Schools in China.

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

EtonHouse International School Suzhou

EtonHouse International School - Suzhou is a small school with a big heart. With class sizes of between 10-20 students, only one class per age group and a student to teacher ratio of 6:1, at EtonHouse your child will be much more than a number. Every student can make a difference, no matter how gifted or otherwise.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: 元125,000
to: 元218,000

Shanghai Hong Qiao International School

We are an environmentally minded community of learners, dedicated to impacting positive change in Shanghai.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
American, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: 元173,500
to: 元247,800
Reviews
(1 review)

AISB-Hope International

AISB-Hope International is a Grade 1 to Grade 12 character-focused school serving children of expatriate families in the Beijing community. It follows American-based curriculum and academic standards. AISB-Hope offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses for its high school students. All classes other than Chinese are taught in English. Curricular programs include STEM, humanities, fine arts, and philosophy. AISB-Hope provides support to students with diverse learning needs as well as tailored support for English language learners. Students participate in ISAC, JISAC, and BASE sports leagues. AISB-Hope International is accredited by ACS WASC and ACSI. It offers SAT, PSAT, AP, MAP, and ACT for its students.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元148,000
to: 元276,000

NAS Beijing

NAS Beijing is a vibrant and dynamic bilingual school that combines the best of Eastern and Western educational practices. As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, we are:
1. Bilingual Excellence
We offer a unique blend of international and Chinese curricula, ensuring students develop strong academic skills in both English and Chinese, fostering global perspectives alongside deep cultural roots.
2. Personalized Learning
Our personalized approach to teaching respects each student's individuality, promoting academic achievement while nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
3. Outstanding Faculty
Our team of highly qualified, experienced teachers bring diverse expertise from around the world, working together to deliver exceptional education tailored to students’ needs.
4. Holistic Development
We focus on whole-child education, encouraging students to explore their passions through an extensive range of extracurricular activities, arts, sports, and leadership opportunities.
5. Innovation in Education
With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), we inspire students to embrace innovation and prepare for the future.
6. Strong Community Spirit
NAS Beijing values collaboration between students, parents, and teachers, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels part of a close-knit, supportive community.
7. Pathways to Success
Our graduates are well-prepared for top universities worldwide, equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing global society.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
British, Chinese
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元205,000
to: 元245,000

Swiss School Beijing

Discover Swiss excellence at the Swiss School of Beijing, located on the prestigious campus of the Western Academy of Beijing. From preschool to grade 5, we offer German-language, mixed-age classes that focus on holistic learning based on the Swiss curriculum. The children benefit from a diverse education in a multicultural environment. Join our community!
City
Beijing
Curriculum
Swiss
Language of instruction
German
Ages
3 to 15
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元199,000
to: 元290,000

Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong

We're the longest-running British school in China. For over 20 years, we’ve welcomed our students into a diverse international community, motivating them to achieve the best academic results and to attend the top universities in the world.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元262,385
to: 元375,196
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Shanghai Singapore International School

Love is the foundation which Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) is built upon. We take pride in offering a unique curriculum pathway that integrates world-renowned educational programmes from kindergarten to high school diploma (K-12).
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元200,000
to: 元300,000
Reviews
(2 reviews)

QSI International School of Dongguan

QSI International School of Dongguan is part of a network of 37 International Schools located around the world. We follow an American style curriculum and offer a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. We also are a PSAT, SAT, ACT and AP testing site. Curriculum is regularly updated and used in all 37 schools around the world. Our school is Middle States Accredited (MSA), meaning our diplomas are recognized by universities around the world. We hire caring, experienced and certified educators who will go above and beyond to support the holistic success of all of our students.
City
Guangzhou
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

YK Pao School

A School for Tomorrow’s China.
An Education for Tomorrow's World.
YK Pao School is a pioneering international Chinese school. The school is a private non-profit institution founded in 2007, in memory of Sir Yue-Kong Pao, the renowned Chinese businessman and philanthropist. With around 1,600 students from China and overseas, the school offers a unique Year 1-12 educational programme that is based on the Chinese National Curriculum, draws where necessary on other curricula, and is designed to meet our school's needs and educational aspirations.
Since its inception, the school has adhered to three educational missions: developing the whole-person; passing on Chinese cultural traditions; and fostering an international perspective. Pao School's innovative education programme nurtures the emotional, social, physical and intellectual being and prepares students to become engaged and responsible global citizens of the 21st century.
Pao School is divided into Primary, Middle and High School. Both the Primary School (Years 1-5) and Middle School (Years 6-8) are located in Shanghai's Changning District, while the High School (Years 9-12) is located in Songjiang District and offers boarding.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
IB, British, Chinese
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: 元168,000
to: 元210,000

International School of Dongguan

International school of Dongguan (ISD) is the first international school authorized by the Chinese Ministry of Education in Dongguan. Since 2012, International School of Dongguan (ISD) has been serving the community in Dongguan with high quality education, providing international education from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. ISD was accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) on 2013 and is an authorized IB World School offering IBDP to the students since 2015. In addition, ISD is a member of two regional professional organizations for international schools: Association of Chinese and Mongolian International Schools (ACAMIS) and East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools (EARCOS). ISD provides a rigorous, well-rounded education while fostering the unique gifts and aspirations of each child.
ISD’s faculty has a rich background in teaching overseas bringing with them many years of work personalizing education for students. All professional teaching faculty hold their bachelor degrees and above, 70% of them have a Maseter’s degree or higher.
City
Guangzhou
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元126,000
to: 元233,600

Concordia International School Shanghai

Concordia International School Shanghai empowers students with a comprehensive and rigorous American education. The school thrives on its culturally diverse, international community and is recognized for its dedication to academic excellence, and for its vigorous activity programs in sports, the arts, service and cultural learning. Concordia's vibrant community founded on shared values creates the ideal foundation for the entire family’s success.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元236,000
to: 元313,000
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Deutsche Schule Shanghai

The German School Shanghai (DSS) is one of the largest overseas German schools in the world and has been awarded “Excellent German School Abroad” status by the German education authorities. The DSS delivers educational excellence for over 1,100 children and young people at its two locations. For children from kindergarten to secondary school, parents and school staff alike, the DSS is more than “just” an excellent school – it is a cultural hub where togetherness comes first.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
German
Language of instruction
German
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元166,500
to: 元208,600

Lucton School Shanghai

British Tradition ,Chinese Heart , International Minds
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
12 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: 元255,000
to: 元255,000

ISA Tianhe International School

The school is located in the Guangzhou CBD and is easily assessable for families especially of Early Years Students. The campus is based in a historical and safe area. We have a unique learning community of many different nationalities and students whose parents work for chambers of commerce, consulates or Fortune 500 companies.
City
Guangzhou
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 11
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元173,000
to: 元187,000

Yew Chung International School of Beijing

- Our School combines the best of Eastern and Western cultures by promoting fluency in two major world languages, creating a truly multicultural and bilingual learning environment.
- We also provide excellent role models through our Co-Teacher and Co-Principal models.
- The Yew Chung international curriculum and philosophy equips children not only to become well-rounded, but also transforms them into global-minded, competitive, appreciative, and caring global citizens.
- YCIS Beijing is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS). It is also authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as an IB World School and as a Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Centre.
- YCIS Beijing is also authorised to offer IGCSE, IBDP, and it is the only international school in China to receive the Cambridge Award for Excellence in Education from the University of Cambridge International Examinations.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
IB, British
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元210,000
to: 元321,000

ISA Wuhan International School

ISA Wuhan International School offers an outstanding K-12 education to students from ages 2 to 18 years old. All students around the globe are welcome to apply for admission.
City
Wuhan
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

The British School of Beijing, Sanlitun

Located in the heart of downtown Beijing in the leafy Embassy district, we are the only English national curriculum Early Years and Primary school in the area. Our school has a strong community feel and our student body is made up of over 60 different nationalities offering children a truly international educational experience.
We are part of the worldwide Nord Anglia Education family. Through our Global Campus students have opportunities for extended learning beyond the classroom through unique challenges and activities, connecting students around the world to learn together every day.
BSB Sanlitun has a sister school in Shunyi. Our Year 6 students have an automatic transfer to Year 7 and can study IGCSE and IBDP at the school.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 11
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元232,412
to: 元292,940
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Beijing BISS International School

Beijing BISS International School was founded in 1994 by its sister school, ISS International School in Singapore, as an independent proprietary, co-educational, English-language day school offering an international curriculum for Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 12 students from the expatriate community of Beijing. The 11,000 square meter campus is conveniently located near major expatriate residential areas in central Beijing, located just of the North of Third Ring Road, close to the Olympic Games Village.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Wuhan Yangtze International School

Wuhan Yangtze International School is a fully accredited kindergarten through 12th grade school that provides expatriate children with a Western-style education taught in the English language.
City
Wuhan
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Shanghai French School

Our school is popular among families from different cultural background seeking a well-rounded education for their children while living abroad. This popularity can be attributed to several features that are the specificities of the French education abroad: its emphasis on plurilingualism, critical thinking, creativity, cultural immersion, and academic rigour. The French education system has a strong commitment to academic excellence, which has earned it a reputation for offering a unique and holistic approach to learning. This is well recognized by top world universities and higher education institutions that fully recognize the value of the French education system and its rigorous final exam, the French Baccalaureate. As an association of parents and non for profit organization, we offer state of the art facilities and learning environment for one of the most affordable curriculum among international schools in Shanghai. We organize montly Open Houses during which families can visit us.
City
Shanghai
Curriculum
French, American, European
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese, French
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: 元118,000
to: 元178,500
Reviews
(1 review)

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