Shekou International School
广东蛇口国际学校
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 28.5K–49.5K
CNY 190K–330K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
Private, co-educational, not-for-profit international school in Shekou, Shenzhen, founded in 1988. Early years are at the Jingshan campus, upper primary at The Bay campus and secondary at Net Valley. Owned and governed by International Schools Services (ISS).
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IB MYP · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 2–18
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Nursery – Grade 12
- Founded
- 1988
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Scholarships
- Yes
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 |
|---|---|
| Early Years - Nursery, Prek-1 & Prek-2 ( | CNY 190,000≈ USD 28.5K |
| Primary - Kindergarten (Year 1, GS) | CNY 288,500≈ USD 43.2K |
| Primary and Middle School, Grades 1-8 (Y | CNY 319,500≈ USD 47.9K |
| High School, Grades 9-12 (Year 10-13) | CNY 329,900≈ USD 49.5K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Early Years - Nursery, Prek-1 & Prek-2 ( | CNY 190,000 (about USD 28.5K) |
| Primary - Kindergarten (Year 1, GS) | CNY 288,500 (about USD 43.2K) |
| Primary and Middle School, Grades 1-8 (Y | CNY 319,500 (about USD 47.9K) |
| High School, Grades 9-12 (Year 10-13) | CNY 329,900 (about USD 49.5K) |
Source: school website (sis-shekou.org.cn) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Shekou International School (this school) | CNY 190,000 (about USD 28.5K) | CNY 329,900 (about USD 49.5K) |
| QSI International School of Shenzhen | CNY 140,400 (about USD 21K) | CNY 255,600 (about USD 38.3K) |
| International School of Nanshan Shenzhen | CNY 219,000 (about USD 32.8K) | CNY 274,000 (about USD 41.1K) |
| Harrow International School Shenzhen | CNY 291,400 (about USD 43.7K) | CNY 372,900 (about USD 55.9K) |
| The King's School Shenzhen International | CNY 205,000 (about USD 30.7K) | CNY 317,545 (about USD 47.6K) |
| Shenzhen Foreign Languages GBA Academy | CNY 165,200 (about USD 24.8K) | CNY 210,000 (about USD 31.5K) |
Source: school website (sis-shekou.org.cn) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 2,000
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 2026-10-29)
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
- Visual arts
- Sport
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Library
- Sports field
- Theatre
Sports
- Basketball
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Visual arts
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Support for Korean families
- Korean-speaking staff
- Yes
Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- IB, WASC
- Memberships
- ACAMIS, EARCOS
Licence
SFCC: foreign passport holders only
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
The school board is made up of ISS senior staff together with the Head of School and the Chief Finance and Business Officer.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers IB programmes. Grades 11 and 12 can take IB Music, IB Visual Arts or IB Film Studies.
- IB Music
- IB Visual Arts
- IB Film Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Students are taught social-emotional skills, how to stay safe, and how to recognise their support networks, supported by a guidance programme.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
The school has an English as an Additional Language coordinator.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Staff undergo police clearance and background checks and receive annual training. Students receive age-appropriate personal safety lessons, and parents get information sessions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1988 by a joint venture of oil companies. Since 2004 it has been fully owned and governed by ISS, a non-profit education organisation.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
A diverse international community that welcomes new families and invites parents to take part in volunteering, events and learning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A Parent Support Association (PSA) supports school events and community activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Three campuses with a library, gymnasium, swimming pool, sports fields, cafeteria and theatre.
- Library
- Indoor gymnasium
- Swimming pool
- Sports fields
- Cafeteria
- Theatre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor gymnasium, swimming pool, sports fields, a basketball court and outdoor leisure areas.
- Indoor gymnasium
- Swimming pool
- Sports fields
- Basketball court
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
The Net Valley campus has over 12,400 square metres of learning space, including performing and creative arts areas, specialist science spaces and a library.
- Performing arts spaces
- Creative arts spaces
- Specialist science spaces
- Library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Music, drama and visual arts programmes, with band, strings and choir from Grade 6 and regular concerts and exhibitions.
- Music
- Drama
- Visual Arts
- Band
- Strings
- Choir
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Students take part in community outreach and service learning, often leading their own projects with local business and community partners.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
Jingshan campus: 1007 Nanhai Boulevard, Shekou, Nanshan, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518067. Other campuses: The Bay (80 Gangwan Avenue) and Net Valley (Wanlian Bldg B, No.10, Gongye 5 Road), Shekou.
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