Welcome to Wellington College International Shanghai.
Wellington College Shanghai has a reputation for excellence and forward thinking education of the highest quality. We want our young people to become the very best they can be. Independent, inquisitive, intellectual adults with strong core values. A proud tradition of values shared with Wellington College UK and all Wellington College China schools: courage, kindness, integrity, responsibility and respect. At Wellington in Shanghai, we also benefit from the inclusivity of our international community and our position in China today.
We have high expectations for our pupils and ourselves, striving to achieve excellence in all that we do together. It is our ambition that every child leaves Wellington ready to embrace all opportunities and challenges: to lead and live well.
| Number of students |
1600 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 40 |
| Most common nationality |
UK, US and Europe |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
All international students |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English is the language of instruction. Wellington has an EAL, English as an Additional Language Programme, for a small number of pupils for whom English is not their first language and who need some extra support in being academically fluent in reading, writing, listening and speaking. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
English, Chinese, French and Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
Nursery: 16;
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| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, there is 1 TA per class from Nursery to year 5. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Wellington is a secular school. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma and IGCSE |
| Results in these examinations |
IB Diploma
IGCSE
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
There is a homework timetable to ensure that homework is planned and managed. The suggested time varies according to age from around 20 minutes in Early Years to 2 hours per night in year 11. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Wellington's Special Educational Needs (SEN) department provides support to pupils with emergent learning difficulties. In order to help pupils reach their full potential, we work closely with teachers and parents identifying needs, assessing the child, planning the right support, and implementing and reviewing SEN support. |
| Learning support offered |
Children’s experiences and baselines vary greatly. Some pupils are capable learners but may need special educational provision to access the curriculum at some point in their school lives. At Wellington, we are committed to developing children’s academic achievement as well as personal and social growth. We want all pupils to make progress, recognising ability and potential as well as celebrating high attainment. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Wellington has high academic expectation for all our pupils. Our aim is to help every child reach his or her potential through developing a love of learning and an inquiring, creative, yet critical mind which looks beyond what is taught in the classroom. In addition to the challenging curriculum, many of the subjects also offer ‘stretch and challenge’ activities. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Pupils at Wellington have access to our two experienced onsight school counsellors. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Admissions assessments are undertaken for all prospective pupils, tailored to the age of the child. |
| Waiting list |
The waiting list depends on the year group. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no application deadline as Wellington operates a rolling admissions system. However, as the College grows, there will be fewer places available and Wellington encourages early applications. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
As an international school serving the needs of the international community in Shanghai we admit pupils throughout the academic year . |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
Nursery to year 1: 15:30
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Wellington believes in a holistic approach to education and offers an extensive Co-Curricular Activity (CCA) programme after the end of formal lessons. These are compulsory and included in the school fee. The Wellington Academy Programme offers further activities after the end of the school day. |
| School bus service available |
Yes. For the convenience of our pupils and parents, Wellington provides a daily school bus service in cooperation with Shanghai Peixing Transportation Service Co.Ltd. The service operates more than 130 pickup points in Puxi and a further 70 in Pudong, with the aim of maximising coverage and convenience. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes. All pupils are required to eat school lunches, except for those who have special exceptions, such as religious or medical reasons. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
The offered standard lunch provides one of the following options:
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| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The CCA programme is an integral part of our school day. Pupils create a be-spoke timetable choosing from a wide range of activities including sport, performing arts and an academic selection. Pupils also have opportunities for self-study during their CCA time. Further activities are available in the evenings and weekends through the Wellington Academy. |
| Sports activities included |
Rugby, football, netball, cricket, basketball, volleyball, swimming, water polo, table tennis, tennis, fencing, archery, gymnastics, cross country and athletics. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Sport is another major priority and Wellington's facilities are second to none, including the state-of-the-art indoor sports dome, the sports hall, three football pitches, a 400-metre all-weather synthetic running track, tennis and basketball courts and two swimming pools, one of which is a 25-metre, six-lane competition pool. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Wellington College International Shanghai is a premium, fully co-educational day school with over 1600 pupils, aged 2 to 18 years old. Consistent with the ethos of its prestigious partner in the UK, the College encourages its pupils to be Inspired, Intellectual, Independent, Individual and Inclusive. The school follows the English National Curriculum supplemented by the International Primary Curriculum as well as the IGSCE and IB Diploma Programme for its Senior School pupils. Pupils in its Early Years Centre learn according to the UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage. Boasting a state-of-the-art campus, Wellington offers a vibrant community where all pupils strive for academic excellence and engage in a range of opportunities in music, performing arts and sports. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Nursery to year 9: English National Curriculum and International Primary Curriculum
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Wellington College International Shanghai’s main campus features state-of-the-art facilities to accommodate a holistic education. Pupils have access to an outdoor football pitch and running track; outdoor courts for netball, basketball and tennis; a multi-purpose sports hall featuring two swimming pools; and the Dome for other indoor sports events. For those pursuing the performing arts, the campus offers a 500-seat theatre, a black box theatre, a dance studio and private rehearsal spaces. A fully resourced library as well as labs for ICT, robotics and design present unique opportunities for enquiry, discovery and creativity. Wellington’s Early Years Centre provides pupils aged 2 – 5 with indoor and outdoor areas where they can learn through play.
Wellington’s Early Years Centre follows the English EYFS curriculum. Children learn through play and engage in daily phonics, maths, literacy, Chinese activities and swimming instruction. Its Prep School is modelled after the English National Curriculum enhanced with elements from the International Primary Curriculum. Senior School pupils pursue a diversity of courses and extend themselves beyond their comfort zone. Year 10 and 11 pupils work toward the IGCSE examination qualifications. Pupils in years 12 and 13 study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). After graduation, Wellingtonians matriculate to top-ranked universities such as Cambridge, the University of Chicago and the University of Toronto.
A Wellington education extends far beyond the walls of the classroom. Pupils can pursue their passions through a variety of enrichment programmes. Co-curricular activities (CCAs) offer over 100 academic, creative and athletic pursuits, ranging from football to fashion illustration. With Wellington’s Academy Programme, pupils can supplement their education and athletic skills with coaching and mentorship from select partner organisations. The school organises regular excursions throughout China and abroad to push pupils outside of their comfort zone, paying lasting dividends on their success in academics and life. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award presents pupils with the opportunity for personal improvement through leadership training, community service and physical conditioning.
Whether it is a prospectus requests, the arrangement of a visit or taster day, admissions assessment, scholarships and bursaries, or simply a question about day-to-day life at the College, the Admissions department is the first port of call for all prospective parents.
