Olive Tree International Academy
- A Level
- AP
- IB MYP
- IB PYP
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About
Olive Tree International Academy (OTIA) in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, with primary, middle and high school sections. It describes itself as an IB world school and offers A-Level and AP pathways.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
A Level · AP · IB MYP
Ages
Ages 6–18
Students
1,500
Type
International school
- Nationalities
- 15
- Founded
- 2017
- Boarding
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
| Grade | Per term |
|---|---|
| 小学 (Primary) | CNY 60,000 |
| 初中 (Middle School) | CNY 75,000 |
| 高中 (High School) | CNY 90,000 |
The school's document lists these amounts per period, so we show them as written.
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · A Level · AP
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)Not here
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
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.
AP
High school, by subject · Ages 15–18
College Board's university-level courses that high-school students choose subject by subject, with exams scored 1–5 each May.
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
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More details
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Academics
Curriculum
The high school offers A-Level and AP. Grades combine exams, homework, classroom participation and projects, with evaluation reports issued four times a year.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Publishes university outcomes for 2021–2026 graduates, including A-Level and AP leavers admitted to UK and US universities. College counsellors meet students monthly from Year 10.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Community
Parents follow academic and conduct progress through WeChat, DingTalk, phone and meetings. A parents' open day with subject teachers takes place about every two months.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Students are encouraged to join academic competitions, and the school runs training courses for them.
- Academic competition training
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include performing arts, choir, art techniques, music and dance.
- Performing Arts & Choir
- Art Techniques
- Music Society (OTIA Band)
- Chinese Dance
- Classical Music Composition and Performance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
More than 50 clubs cover sport, science and technology, arts, debate, games and social causes.
- Chess
- Drama
- Public Speaking
- Robot Club
- Badminton
- Football
- Basketball
- Debate Club
- Lego Club
- 3D Printing
- Meditation Club
- Board Game Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Reports multiple international competition awards and is an authorised Duke of Edinburgh's International Prize award centre in the Hangzhou area.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
A candidate for Round Square membership. Students can use resources and credits from sister school Abbotsholme School in the UK.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Admission runs through a school visit booking, a visit and assessment, an offer, then enrolment. Applicants must meet Zhejiang, Hangzhou and Linping education bureau requirements.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
NO.136 Xincheng Road, Nanyuan Street, Linping District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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