Shenzhen International Foundation College
- American
- IGCSE
- A Level
- AP
Per yearabout USD 40.2K–46.2K
CNY 268K–308K · School year to be confirmed · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Private international high school in Shenzhen, founded in 2004. Offers American and British curriculum pathways, AP courses, IGCSE and A Level, and university preparation, with art, music and STEAM programmes.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
American · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 14–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2004
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
School year to be confirmed
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| American High School Program (美式高中) | CNY 268,000≈ USD 40.2K |
| British High School Program (英式高中) | CNY 268,000≈ USD 40.2K |
| Art Division (艺术学部) | CNY 308,000≈ USD 46.2K |
| International Music Centre (国际音乐中心) | CNY 308,000≈ USD 46.2K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| American High School Program (美式高中) | CNY 268,000 (about USD 40.2K) |
| British High School Program (英式高中) | CNY 268,000 (about USD 40.2K) |
| Art Division (艺术学部) | CNY 308,000 (about USD 46.2K) |
| International Music Centre (国际音乐中心) | CNY 308,000 (about USD 46.2K) |
Source: school website (sifc.net.cn) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen International Foundation College (this school) | CNY 268,000 (about USD 40.2K) | CNY 308,000 (about USD 46.2K) |
| 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) |
| Shekou International School | CNY 190,000 (about USD 28.5K) | CNY 329,900 (about USD 49.5K) |
| 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 (sifc.net.cn) · checked 2026-11-02 · 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 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Written test, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum · IGCSE · A Level · 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.
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.
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
- STEM
- Visual arts
- Performing arts
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Boarding
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Boarding
- Theatre
Sports
- Fencing
- Taekwondo
- Basketball
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Football
- Baseball
- Badminton
- Swimming
- Skateboard
Arts
- Visual art
- Music
- Design
- Film
- Fashion design
After-school activities
- Fencing
- Taekwondo
- Basketball
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Football
- Baseball
- Badminton
- Swimming
- Skateboard
- Cultural months
- Art education
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- COGNIA, WASC, pearson, AQA
- Memberships
- COIS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Runs hotel-style boarding apartments with 24/7 pastoral care and mentorship.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Uniform
The first set of school uniforms is included in the tuition fee.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
An in-house canteen serves buffet meals, and a separate bus café offers street food and drinks.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
A private international school approved by the Shenzhen Municipal Education Bureau, founded by Shenzhen University professors.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Based on American and British curricula. Offers AP, IGCSE and A Level courses and includes project-based learning.
- American high school
- British high school
- Art & Design Center
- International Music Center
- AP
- IGCSE
- A Level
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports a 100% overseas university admission rate and cites Cambridge offers in 2025.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 2004 by Shenzhen University professors. The American high school programme started in 2010.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus includes a library, teaching building, auditorium, art rooms, swimming pool, sports fields and canteen.
- Library
- Teaching building
- Auditorium
- Art rooms
- Swimming pool
- Sports fields
- Canteen
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a swimming pool, fitness centre, basketball courts and multipurpose sports fields.
- Swimming pool
- Fitness centre
- Basketball courts
- Multipurpose sports fields
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has STEM innovation labs, robotics workshops, multidisciplinary studios and music rehearsal rooms.
- STEM innovation labs
- Robotics workshops
- Art ateliers
- Music rehearsal rooms
- Dance studios
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Offers nearly 50 clubs across academic, arts and sports categories.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Runs eight themed cultural months per year and events such as International Day.
- Theme cultural months
- International Day
- Halloween
- Christmas
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
States it ranks in the Forbes China top 20 international schools nationally and top 3 in Shenzhen.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Holds Cognia and WASC accreditation and CIS membership, plus Pearson Edexcel and Oxford AQA exam qualifications.
- Cognia
- WASC
- CIS
- Pearson Edexcel
- Oxford AQA
- College Board AP
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Book a visit or exam date, sit a written test and interview, receive results within three working days, then pay deposit and tuition and enrol.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Victory Scholarship includes entrance scholarships, university tuition scholarships and grants for low-income families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Official recordsRead from the school's website
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