HD Ningbo School - Yinzhou Campus
- IGCSE
- A Level
- Own curriculum
Per yearabout USD 20.7K–35.7K
CNY 138K–238K · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-08)
About
Private experimental school in Ningbo offering a bilingual K-12 programme that combines Chinese curriculum with Western pedagogy, rooted in Chinese culture.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IGCSE · A Level · Own curriculum
Language
English, Chinese
Type
Bilingual school
Fee level
- Grades
- PK – 12
- Founded
- 2014
- Accreditations
- WASC
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Year Prep | CNY 138,000≈ USD 20.7K |
| Primary school | CNY 150,000≈ USD 22.5K |
| Middle School | CNY 160,000≈ USD 24K |
| Secondary school | CNY 180,000≈ USD 27K |
| Art Pathway | CNY 238,000≈ USD 35.7K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Year Prep | CNY 138,000 (about USD 20.7K) |
| Primary school | CNY 150,000 (about USD 22.5K) |
| Middle School | CNY 160,000 (about USD 24K) |
| Secondary school | CNY 180,000 (about USD 27K) |
| Art Pathway | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) |
Source: school website (hdschools.org) · checked 2026-11-08 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
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 2026-11-08)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Interview, Eal test
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIGCSE · A Level
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
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Chinese
- Boarding
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Boarding
Sports
- Swimming
- Golf
- Physical education
Arts
- Drama
- Art
After-school activities
- Academics
- Arts
- Sports
- Student clubs
- Winter Camp
- Summer Camp
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Extra help is given to students who need English support, and parents are encouraged to support English at home.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School bus routes are available on application, with a separate bus fee payable.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
British-style boarding for secondary students, offered as full or weekly boarding, in four houses led by housemasters with professional staff.
- Full boarding
- Weekly boarding
- House Nights
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
A house system rewards good conduct and runs themed House Nights with competitions and games for boarders.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
A private experimental school that receives support from its UK sister school, Hurtwood House.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Built on an integrated Chinese curriculum combined with Western pedagogy, teaching both Chinese and English.
- Integrated Chinese curriculum
- IGCSE
- A Level
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Prepares students for overseas university study, with a college counselling team guiding the application process.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
English as an additional language (EAL)
English is tested at entry and students who need extra English help receive support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Teachers are said to help students with academics, daily life and psychological problems.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Established in September 2014 as a private experimental school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Students, parents and friends take part in charity activities such as bazaars, a charity run and a charity show.
- Charity bazaars
- Charity run
- Charity show
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A non-profit PTA automatically includes all parents and serves as a link between the school and families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Sports facilities
Runs a swimming programme with competitive teams and physical education classes.
- Swimming team
- Physical education
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
The library runs its own curriculum for students from Prep to Year 12.
- Library class
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Extra-curricular options cover academics, arts and sports, and include student clubs.
- Academics
- Arts
- Sports
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include a drama festival and art taught within IGCSE and A Level courses.
- Drama festival
- Art (IGCSE, A Level)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Develops Chinese language ability and understanding of Chinese culture through the integrated Chinese course.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Provides bilingual education in Chinese and English.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Immersion programmes
The school describes a fully immersive English environment, with extra English help for students who need it.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applicants complete a form via WeChat or the website, attend activities, tour the campus and have interviews.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
A golf scholarship is available for students talented in the sport.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
No. 1367 Ningdong Road, Qiuai, Yinzhou District, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315000, P.R. of China
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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