Boston International School
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
- AP
Per yearabout USD 6K–30.7K
CNY 40K–205K · 2019-2020 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
International school in Wuxi authorized by the IB to offer the PYP, MYP and Diploma Programme for ages 3 to 18, with teachers from more than 20 countries and students from 30 countries and regions.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2019-2020
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- PK – 12
- Nationalities
- 30
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2019-2020 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| EY1 (18 months-2 years old) | CNY 40,000≈ USD 6K |
| EY2 (2-3 years old) | CNY 40,000≈ USD 6K |
| EY3 (3-4 years old) | CNY 115,000≈ USD 17.2K |
| EY4 (4-5 years old) | CNY 115,000≈ USD 17.2K |
| PKG (5-6 years old) | CNY 165,000≈ USD 24.7K |
| Primary 1-5 | CNY 175,000≈ USD 26.2K |
| Grade 6-8 | CNY 185,000≈ USD 27.7K |
| Grade 9-10 | CNY 195,000≈ USD 29.2K |
| Grade 11-12 | CNY 205,000≈ USD 30.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| EY1 (18 months-2 years old) | CNY 40,000 (about USD 6K) |
| EY2 (2-3 years old) | CNY 40,000 (about USD 6K) |
| EY3 (3-4 years old) | CNY 115,000 (about USD 17.2K) |
| EY4 (4-5 years old) | CNY 115,000 (about USD 17.2K) |
| PKG (5-6 years old) | CNY 165,000 (about USD 24.7K) |
| Primary 1-5 | CNY 175,000 (about USD 26.2K) |
| Grade 6-8 | CNY 185,000 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Grade 9-10 | CNY 195,000 (about USD 29.2K) |
| Grade 11-12 | CNY 205,000 (about USD 30.7K) |
Source: school website (bostonis.org) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Boston International School (this school) | CNY 40,000 (about USD 6K) | CNY 205,000 (about USD 30.7K) |
| Wuxi Dipont School of Arts and Science & King's College IS | CNY 138,000 (about USD 20.7K) | CNY 198,000 (about USD 29.7K) |
Source: school website (bostonis.org) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 500
- Enrolment fee
- CNY 2,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
AP
High school, by subject · Ages 15–18
College Board's university-level courses that high-school students choose subject by subject, with exams scored 1–5 each May.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Performing arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Theatre
- Library
- Lab
After-school activities
- Boston Explorers
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- Korean-speaking staff
- Yes
Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- WASC, IB
- Memberships
- ACAMIS
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
The school offers the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, plus AP courses, as an IB World Continuum School.
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB DP
- AP courses
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports an IB Diploma score of 43 and says 30% of students achieved a 40 DP score.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
A SEN team gives learning support to students who need academic advancement, have difficulty with mainstream content, or have specific learning difficulties or medical conditions.
- SEN team
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Campus health services and a student services centre support the physical and emotional health of students.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
The campus has 24-hour guards and security systems, pedestrian areas separated from traffic, air purification and regular evacuation drills.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
The school is authorized by the IBO to run kindergarten through high school in Wuxi, with a 16-year system for ages 3 to 18.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
The school emphasises a diverse and inclusive community of students and teachers from many countries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
The newly built 21st-century campus includes a performing arts centre, laboratories, smart classrooms and recreational space.
- Performing arts centre
- Laboratories
- Smart classrooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Six language options are offered, along with an English Language Learner programme and a world language course.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
The school lists IB authorization, WASC accreditation and membership in ACAMIS and other associations, along with AP and SAT programmes.
- IB authorization
- WASC accreditation
- ACAMIS
- AP
- SAT
- AAIE
- NatStuCo
- National Honor Society
- Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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