
Harrow International School Shenzhen
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 43.7K–55.9K
CNY 291K–373K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
British boarding and day school in Qianhai, Shenzhen, for pupils aged 2 to 18. Follows the English National Curriculum, then IGCSE and A Level.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 2–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Higher fees
- Grades
- Year 9 – Year 13
- Founded
- 2020
- Selectivity
- Selective
- Memberships
- fobisia
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 |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery | CNY 291,400≈ USD 43.7K |
| Nursery | CNY 301,300≈ USD 45.2K |
| Reception | CNY 301,300≈ USD 45.2K |
| Year 1 | CNY 350,700≈ USD 52.6K |
| Year 2 | CNY 350,700≈ USD 52.6K |
| Year 3 | CNY 350,700≈ USD 52.6K |
| Year 4 | CNY 350,700≈ USD 52.6K |
| Year 5 | CNY 355,500≈ USD 53.3K |
| Year 6 | CNY 355,500≈ USD 53.3K |
| Year 7 | CNY 365,700≈ USD 54.8K |
| Year 8 | CNY 365,700≈ USD 54.8K |
| Year 9 | CNY 372,900≈ USD 55.9K |
| Year 10 | CNY 372,900≈ USD 55.9K |
| Year 11 | CNY 372,900≈ USD 55.9K |
| Year 12 | CNY 372,900≈ USD 55.9K |
| Year 13 | CNY 372,900≈ USD 55.9K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery | CNY 291,400 (about USD 43.7K) |
| Nursery | CNY 301,300 (about USD 45.2K) |
| Reception | CNY 301,300 (about USD 45.2K) |
| Year 1 | CNY 350,700 (about USD 52.6K) |
| Year 2 | CNY 350,700 (about USD 52.6K) |
| Year 3 | CNY 350,700 (about USD 52.6K) |
| Year 4 | CNY 350,700 (about USD 52.6K) |
| Year 5 | CNY 355,500 (about USD 53.3K) |
| Year 6 | CNY 355,500 (about USD 53.3K) |
| Year 7 | CNY 365,700 (about USD 54.8K) |
| Year 8 | CNY 365,700 (about USD 54.8K) |
| Year 9 | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
| Year 10 | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
| Year 11 | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
| Year 12 | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
| Year 13 | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
Source: school website (harrowshenzhen.cn) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Harrow International School Shenzhen (this school) | CNY 291,400 (about USD 43.7K) | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
| International School of Nanshan Shenzhen | CNY 219,000 (about USD 32.8K) | CNY 274,000 (about USD 41.1K) |
| QSI International School of Shenzhen | CNY 140,400 (about USD 21K) | CNY 255,600 (about USD 38.3K) |
| Shekou International School | CNY 190,000 (about USD 28.5K) | CNY 329,900 (about USD 49.5K) |
| BASIS International School Shenzhen | CNY 272,080 (about USD 40.8K) | CNY 336,560 (about USD 50.4K) |
| The King's School Shenzhen International | CNY 205,000 (about USD 30.7K) | CNY 317,545 (about USD 47.6K) |
Source: school website (harrowshenzhen.cn) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 3,000
- Capital levy
- CNY 25,000
- Deposit
- CNY 25,000
- Bus
- CNY 20,600
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
- Entry process
- Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 2nd child none; 3rd 5%; 4th 10%; 5th and more 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
- Academics
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Boarding
- Theatre
- Sports
After-school activities
- Harrow Diploma Activities
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Additional learning support
Publishes SEND and English as an Additional Language policies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Runs school bus routes from residential areas across Shenzhen, with an escort on board. Routes may change each term.
- Line 2
- Line 3
- Line 4
- Line 5
- Line 6
- Line 7
- Line 8
- Line 9
- Line 10
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Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Boarding arrangements
Operates as a boarding and day school with boarding accommodation on campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Pastoral support is organised by homeroom in the Lower School and by House in the Upper School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Follows the English National Curriculum, then prepares students for IGCSE in Years 9 to 11 and A Level.
- Art & Design
- Biology
- Business
- Chemistry
- Chinese
- Computing
- Drama
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- English Literature
- Mathematics
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
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Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Mental wellbeing
Personalised pastoral care through small classes and the House system, with close work with parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare, with a published safeguarding policy.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Established in September 2020. Runs a British curriculum from early years to sixth form.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
A purpose-built 14,700 sqm campus with specialist learning spaces, boarding, sports facilities, libraries, an auditorium and dining areas.
- Specialist learning spaces
- Boarding accommodation
- Sports facilities
- Libraries
- Auditorium
- Collaborative learning areas
- Dining spaces
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Afternoon activity slot includes academic enrichment and extension work beyond the curriculum.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Runs community and service projects, including a charity committee and junior achievement award.
- Community and service projects
- Charity committee
- JASS Junior Achievement Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Offers leadership roles such as Student Council and House Leaders, plus leadership and service expeditions.
- Student Council
- House Leaders
- Leadership and service expeditions
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Delivers the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award from Year 9, covering service, physical, skills and an overnight expedition.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Offers Chinese as a Senior Phase subject and has an English as an Additional Language policy.
- Chinese
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
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Admissions
Provides information on the admissions process, age guidelines for entry and booking a school tour.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
No.39 KeChuang Road 6, Nanshan District, Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province, China
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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