Harrow International School Shanghai
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- Own curriculum
Per yearabout USD 41.3K–59.8K
CNY 275K–399K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Harrow International School Shanghai serves pupils aged 18 months to 18 years. It is part of the Harrow Family of Schools and follows a British-style curriculum.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Uses the Harrow International Schools name and model under licence; the operator may be a separate company. See all 12 schools of Harrow International Schools
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 1–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2016
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Cubs & Pre-Nursery | CNY 275,200≈ USD 41.3K |
| Nursery & Reception | CNY 283,800≈ USD 42.5K |
| Year 1-5 | CNY 340,200≈ USD 51K |
| Year 6 | CNY 347,400≈ USD 52.1K |
| Year 7-9 | CNY 371,100≈ USD 55.6K |
| Year 10 | CNY 398,400≈ USD 59.7K |
| Year 11 | CNY 398,400≈ USD 59.7K |
| Year 12 | CNY 399,000≈ USD 59.8K |
| Year 13 | CNY 399,000≈ USD 59.8K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Cubs & Pre-Nursery | CNY 275,200 (about USD 41.3K) |
| Nursery & Reception | CNY 283,800 (about USD 42.5K) |
| Year 1-5 | CNY 340,200 (about USD 51K) |
| Year 6 | CNY 347,400 (about USD 52.1K) |
| Year 7-9 | CNY 371,100 (about USD 55.6K) |
| Year 10 | CNY 398,400 (about USD 59.7K) |
| Year 11 | CNY 398,400 (about USD 59.7K) |
| Year 12 | CNY 399,000 (about USD 59.8K) |
| Year 13 | CNY 399,000 (about USD 59.8K) |
Source: school website (harrowshanghai.cn) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Harrow International School Shanghai (this school) | CNY 275,200 (about USD 41.3K) | CNY 399,000 (about USD 59.8K) |
| The British International School Shanghai, Puxi | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
| Shanghai American School | CNY 246,000 (about USD 36.9K) | CNY 311,000 (about USD 46.6K) |
| Yew Chung International School of Shanghai | CNY 166,900 (about USD 25K) | CNY 366,300 (about USD 54.9K) |
| Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
Source: school website (harrowshanghai.cn) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 3,000
- Deposit
- CNY 25,000
- Bus
- CNY 23,360
- Lunch
- CNY 8,100
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 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 2nd child N/A; 3rd child 5%; 4th child 10%; 5th and subsequent 15%
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Service
- Visual arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Chinese
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
Sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Badminton
- Netball
- Touch Rugby
- Table Tennis
- Athletics
- Taekwondo
- Golf
- Fencing
- Equestrian
- Baseball
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Art
- Choir
After-school activities
- Chess
- Robotics
- Coding
- Debating
- Model United Nations
- Choir
- School Musical
- Orchestra
- Ballet
- Calligraphy
- Equestrian
- Taekwondo
- Netball
- Golf
- Yoga
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO
- Memberships
- ACAMIS, fobisia
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Bus service
School buses run from many residential areas across Shanghai, each with an escort on board. Early Years pupils must provide their own car seats.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
House system
The school has four houses modelled on Harrow School. A tutor system and inter-house competitions build accountability, leadership and a sense of belonging.
- Four houses
- Tutor system
- Inter-house competitions
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
The school runs a British-style curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form. Art projects are based on IGCSE and A Level criteria.
- Early Years
- Primary
- Upper School
- Sixth Form
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
The Harrow Diploma uses six domains, including leadership, service and wellbeing, with reflection to support personal and social development.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 2016 as part of the Harrow Family of Schools, the school draws on the ethos and traditions of Harrow School in England.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include a 25m indoor pool, a double sports hall, full-size rugby and football pitches, an Astroturf pitch, a fitness suite and a dance studio.
- 25m indoor pool
- Sports hall
- Full-size pitch
- Astroturf pitch
- Fitness suite
- Dance studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Extra-curricular options extend learning through robotics, coding, debating, maths challenges and science investigations.
- Robotics
- Coding
- Debating
- Math Challenge Preparation
- Model United Nations
- Olympiad
- Science Investigations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts options include choir, school musical, orchestra, ballet and art clubs. All pupils can take part in a drama production each year.
- Choir
- School Musical
- Orchestra
- Ballet
- Art Guild
- Film Making
- Calligraphy
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Cultural activities cover Chinese heritage, Beijing Opera and Shanghainese, along with a foreign-language film club.
- Beijing Opera
- Shanghainese
- Chinese Cultural Heritage Activities
- Foreign Language Film Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Service-oriented options include Sustainability Ambassadors and Student Council, encouraging contribution to school life.
- Sustainability Ambassadors
- Student Council
- Gardening and Eco Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Pupil-led activities let students plan and run sessions, building communication, organisation and leadership skills. Student Council is one example.
- Pupil-led sessions
- Student Council
- Model United Nations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Wellbeing-focused activities include yoga, fitness and dance-based exercise, alongside sport.
- Yoga
- Fitness/Gym
- Zumba
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Awards
The Harrow Diploma recognises achievement at Pass, Merit and Distinction levels. Distinction pupils take part in a Viva about their experiences.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Scholarships
Harrow scholarships for 2027-29 entry are open for applications.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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