Hangzhou Chinese International School

Jiangcun District, Hangzhou, China
  • IB MYP
  • IB Diploma
  • Own curriculum
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About

CIS Hangzhou is a Year 10 residential programme of Chinese International School, run on the campus of partner school Greentown Yuhua School in Hangzhou. Lessons are taught in English and Chinese.

Key facts

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Private Bilingual school

Info checked 2026-11-06

  • Curriculum

    IB MYP · IB Diploma · Own curriculum

  • Language

    English, Chinese

  • Type

    Bilingual school

Grades
Reception – Year 13
Founded
2013
Ownership
Non-profit
Financial aid
Yes
Accreditations
CIS, IB, NEASC

Fees

Source: Read from the school's website

2026-27 school year

One-off costs

Capital levy
HKD 30,200
Deposit
HKD 150,000

As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying.

Curriculum and academics

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Curricula, explainedIB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)

The IB's four programmes

Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.

  1. IB PYPNot here

    Early years to primary · Ages 3–12

    The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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

Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide

Strengths

  • Languages
  • Service
  • Sport
  • Performing arts

Student support

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Learning support (SEN)
Basic
Boarding
Yes

Campus and school life

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Facilities

  • Boarding

Sports

  • Core sports
  • Individual sports
  • Elective sports

Arts

  • Whole school choir
  • Individual music lessons
  • Music ensembles

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More details

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The essentials

  • Additional learning support

    Years 7–10 get small-group and in-class support; Years 11–13 get organisation coaching and IB-eligible exam accommodations.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Diving deeper

  • Boarding arrangements

    The Hangzhou campus is a residential programme for Year 10 students, located within partner school GYS.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Governance and ownership

    A non-profit charity; ultimate responsibility rests with the Board of Governors of the CIS Foundation.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Academics

  • Curriculum

    Includes IB MYP, a CIS-developed curriculum for Years 10–11, and the IB Diploma Programme.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Wellbeing

  • Social and emotional learning (SEL)

    The counselling department works with students, staff and parents to support social and emotional growth.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Parent experience

  • History

    CIS opened in Hong Kong in 1983; the Hangzhou campus was established in 2013.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Community

    Parents take part through CISPTA and parent-run volunteer clubs for sports and arts.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

    CISPTA includes all parents and guardians and supports open communication between families and the school.

    • Phoenix Sports Club
    • Phoenix Arts Club

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Facilities

  • Facilities overview

    Academic and residential facilities are housed in two custom-built halls, designed to match top boarding schools.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Extra-curricular activities

  • Arts and creative

    Music offerings include a whole-school choir, individual lessons and music ensembles.

    • Whole school choir
    • Individual music lessons
    • Music ensembles

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Community and service

    Students have opportunities to go into the city for community service and leisure.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Lifestyle and wellbeing

    Offers a core, individual and elective sports programme.

    • Core sports
    • Individual sports
    • Elective sports

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Languages

  • Bilingual teaching

    Lessons are taught in English and Chinese, using the city's resources to build Chinese language and culture.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Immersion programmes

    The city of Hangzhou serves as a classroom; students go out under supervision for community service and leisure.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Reputation

  • Accreditations

    Listed accreditations include CIS, IB and NEASC.

    • CIS
    • IB
    • NEASC

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Location

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Greentown Yuhua School (GYS) campus, Jiangcun District, western Hangzhou

Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.

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