Nanjing International School
南京国际学校
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 17.2K–41.2K
CNY 115K–275K · 2026-2027 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
Nanjing International School is an IB World School founded in 1992. It offers an IB Pre-K to 12 curriculum in Nanjing, China.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 3–19
Students
560
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Higher fees
- Nationalities
- 30
- Founded
- 1992
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Entry process
- Interview, Map, Eal test
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-2027 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Pre-K (3/4 years old, full day) | CNY 191,500≈ USD 28.7K |
| Pre-K (3/4 years old, half day) | CNY 114,900≈ USD 17.2K |
| Kindergarten (K1/K2) - Grade 5 | CNY 266,940≈ USD 40K |
| Grade 6 - Grade 8 | CNY 274,800≈ USD 41.2K |
| Grade 9 - Grade 12 | CNY 274,800≈ USD 41.2K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-K (3/4 years old, full day) | CNY 191,500 (about USD 28.7K) |
| Pre-K (3/4 years old, half day) | CNY 114,900 (about USD 17.2K) |
| Kindergarten (K1/K2) - Grade 5 | CNY 266,940 (about USD 40K) |
| Grade 6 - Grade 8 | CNY 274,800 (about USD 41.2K) |
| Grade 9 - Grade 12 | CNY 274,800 (about USD 41.2K) |
Source: school website (nischina.org) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Nanjing International School (this school) | CNY 114,900 (about USD 17.2K) | CNY 274,800 (about USD 41.2K) |
| The British School of Nanjing | CNY 121,919 (about USD 18.3K) | CNY 286,640 (about USD 43K) |
Source: school website (nischina.org) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
Per semester · Across grades
Pre-K (3/4 years old, full day) → Grade 9 - Grade 12
| Nanjing International School · Per semester | |
|---|---|
| Pre-K (3/4 years old, full day) | 191,500 |
| Kindergarten (K1/K2) - Grade 5 | 266,940 |
| Grade 6 - Grade 8 | 274,800 |
| Grade 9 - Grade 12 | 274,800 |
| Grade | Per semester |
|---|---|
| Pre-K (3/4 years old, full day) | CNY 191,500 |
| Kindergarten (K1/K2) - Grade 5 | CNY 266,940 |
| Grade 6 - Grade 8 | CNY 274,800 |
| Grade 9 - Grade 12 | CNY 274,800 |
The school's document states 2 payments per year.
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- CNY 18,000
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 2026-11-01)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB 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.
- 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
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Performing arts
- Sport
- Service
- Teachers
- 95
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Laptop programme
- School bus
- Yes
- Food options
- Vegetarian, Allergy safe
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Sports field
Sports
- Football
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Pickleball
- Table tennis
- Cross-country
Arts
- Theatre
- Black Box Studio
- Recording studios
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Sign in to requestSupport for Korean families
- Korean-speaking staff
- Yes
Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- CIS, WASC, IB
- Memberships
- ACAMIS
Licence
SFCC: foreign passport holders only
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
School day structure
The school year runs August to June on an 8-day cycle of 65-minute blocks. Grades are reported each semester.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
The school runs school-accredited buses covering most international compounds, with a bus supervisor, GPS tracking and full insurance.
- GPS tracking
- Bus supervisors
- Routes to international compounds
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Meals are run by AdenEdge with a focus on balanced nutrition. The campus is nut-free and works to avoid single-use plastics.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The school presents itself as an independent, non-profit international school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
The school offers a full English IB curriculum (PYP, MYP, DP) and describes itself as China's first IB Continuum school.
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB DP
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Grades are reported each semester. The school does not rank students or provide a GPA.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
The university counselling programme covers academic, career and social-emotional development.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1992, it is the oldest international school in Nanjing, led by two directors over 30 years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
The school emphasises a warm, diverse international community of parents, students, staff and alumni, with a parent space and varied activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
The purpose-built campus covers 80,620 sqm, holds LEED Silver certification and has an indoor air filtration system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
The school has a FIFA-approved football field and track, two gymnasiums and heated swimming pools.
- FIFA-approved football field
- 400m track
- 2 gymnasiums
- Heated swimming pools
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
The school has innovative learning spaces designed for inquiry, plus design and community spaces.
- Innovative learning spaces
- Design spaces
- Early Years Centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
The school has a 540-seat theatre, a Black Box Studio and recording studios.
- 540-seat theatre
- Black Box Studio
- Recording studios
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
The school runs arts activities for all age groups.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
The school lists 10 competitive sports, about 150 activities and dozens of student clubs.
- Competitive sports
- Swimming programme
- Student clubs
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Grades 6 to 10 take a service class linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Many service groups operate in and out of school.
- Animal Welfare and Dog Walking
- Community Gardeners
- Crafting for Charity
- e-Waste
- Green Cities
- Precious Plastics
- The Art Collective
- We Walk with You
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Community activities include yoga, Pilates and community swimming.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
The school describes itself as fully accredited and non-profit, with an accreditation and memberships page.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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