QSI International School of Dongguan
- American
- AP
- Own curriculum
About
Nonprofit international school in Dongguan offering a U.S.-accredited, English-language, mastery-based education from early childhood through secondary graduation.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
American · AP · Own curriculum
Ages
Ages 2–18
Students
255
Language
English
Type
International school
- Nationalities
- 25
- Founded
- 2004
- Top nationalities
- HK, KR, TW, US, BR
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- School day
- 08:30-16:00
- Entry process
- Map, Interview
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum · AP
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Intensive support
- Nurse on site
- Yes
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Gym
- Library
- Makerspace
- Sports field
- Playground
- Tennis court
- Science labs
- Computer lab
- Art room
- Music room
- Drama room
- Canteen
Sports
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Football
- Tennis
Arts
- Art
- Music
- Drama
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Support for Korean families
- Korean-speaking staff
- Yes
Accreditation and memberships
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- Accreditations
- MSA
- Memberships
- ACAMIS
More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Provides intensive English classes, academic advising and career counselling.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Offers U.S.-accredited English-language education for expatriate, diplomatic and globally mobile families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
A full-service canteen with international cuisine and a cafe on campus.
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Governance and ownership
A nonprofit school within the QSI network. Headquarters is in Malta, with regional supervisors providing support.
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Academics
Curriculum
Teaches English, maths, science, art, music, computing and PE, with AP courses and SAT preparation for secondary students.
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Cultural Studies
- Art
- Music
- Computer Technology
- Physical Education
- AP courses
- SAT preparation
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Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Weekly advisory and EMPOWER lessons support social and emotional learning, personal safety and character.
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English as an additional language (EAL)
Intensive English classes are offered for students who need additional English support.
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Mental wellbeing
A counsellor supports students' emotional well-being through individual and group sessions.
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Safeguarding
Operates child protection policies covering prevention and intervention, with ID cards and visitor sign-in for campus security.
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Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in August 2004 at the request of local expatriate families and businesses. The school has moved campus several times within Dongguan.
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Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus with 48 classrooms, a library, maker space, science and computer labs, and art, music and drama rooms.
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Sports facilities
Indoor gym, artificial turf football pitch with track, tennis court and outdoor playgrounds.
- Indoor gym
- Football pitch with running track
- Tennis court
- Outdoor basketball court
- Multi-age playgrounds
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Academic facilities
Academic spaces include science and computer labs, a library and a maker space.
- Science lab
- Computer lab
- Library
- Maker Space
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Languages
Language provision
Mandarin Chinese and Spanish are taught as foreign languages.
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
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Reputation
Accreditations
MSA certification goals cover literacy, 21st century skills, communication and mastery learning practices through 2028.
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Location
Source: Read from the school's website
No. 8, Yuwu Commercial Street, Dongcheng District, Guangdong Province, Dongguan 523000, China
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