The British International School Shanghai, Puxi
上海英国外籍人员子女学校
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 41.7K–58.3K
CNY 278K–389K · School year to be confirmed · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
International school in Puxi, Shanghai, part of the Nord Anglia Education group. Offers Early Years to Year 13 with English National Curriculum, IGCSE, A level and IB Diploma pathways.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Nord Anglia Education. See all 90 schools of Nord Anglia Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · School year to be confirmed
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 1–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Pre-Nursery – Year 13
- Nationalities
- 50
- Founded
- 2004
- Term dates
- 2026-27 calendar published as PDF
- School bus
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
School year to be confirmed
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery | CNY 278,390≈ USD 41.7K |
| Nursery | CNY 278,390≈ USD 41.7K |
| Reception | CNY 278,390≈ USD 41.7K |
| Year 1 | CNY 329,800≈ USD 49.4K |
| Year 2 | CNY 329,800≈ USD 49.4K |
| Year 3 | CNY 329,800≈ USD 49.4K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) |
| Nursery | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) |
| Reception | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) |
| Year 1 | CNY 329,800 (about USD 49.4K) |
| Year 2 | CNY 329,800 (about USD 49.4K) |
| Year 3 | CNY 329,800 (about USD 49.4K) |
| Year 4 | CNY 329,800 (about USD 49.4K) |
| Year 5 | CNY 329,800 (about USD 49.4K) |
| Year 6 | CNY 329,800 (about USD 49.4K) |
| Year 7 | CNY 362,780 (about USD 54.4K) |
| Year 8 | CNY 362,780 (about USD 54.4K) |
| Year 9 | CNY 362,780 (about USD 54.4K) |
| Year 10 | CNY 386,060 (about USD 57.9K) |
| Year 11 | CNY 386,060 (about USD 57.9K) |
| Year 12 | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
| Year 13 | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (this school) | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
| Shanghai American School | CNY 246,000 (about USD 36.9K) | CNY 311,000 (about USD 46.6K) |
| Yew Chung International School of Shanghai | CNY 166,900 (about USD 25K) | CNY 366,300 (about USD 54.9K) |
| Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
| Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong | CNY 282,000 (about USD 42.3K) | CNY 411,750 (about USD 61.7K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 4,000
- Enrolment fee
- CNY 4,500
- Deposit
- CNY 16,000
- Bus
- CNY 22,820
- Lunch
- CNY 60
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 (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Age appropriate assessment, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · British curriculum · IGCSE · A Level
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
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 MYPNot here
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
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Sport
- Service
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 35.2
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
Arts
- Performing arts
- Music
- Drama
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Compiled from public sources
- Accreditations
- COBIS, IB
- Memberships
- ACAMIS, COBIS, fobisia
Licence
SFCC: foreign passport holders only
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Country affiliation
A British international school using the English National Curriculum, part of the Nord Anglia Education group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Offers a school bus service with fees listed per term.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
Uniform is required for all students, with a separate PE kit, purchased from the school uniform shop.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
Provides set school lunches, with options varying by year group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Operates as part of the Nord Anglia Education group of international schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Runs wellbeing programmes and seminars for students and parents, covering time management and stress reduction.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 2004 and has operated for over 20 years in Shanghai.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Describes a community of families from over 50 nations, linked through a global learning platform.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Purpose-built campus with STEAM centres, performing arts and sports spaces, and technology-equipped classrooms.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities and fitness rooms, including two indoor swimming pools.
- Two indoor swimming pools
- Two large sports facilities
- Fitness rooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Academic facilities include STEAM centres, a film studio, a music technology centre and computer labs.
- STEAM centres
- Film studio
- Podcast suite
- Music technology centre
- PC labs and Mac suites
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Extra facilities include a movie theatre, a media suite and a new facility for performing arts and sport.
- Movie theatre
- Media suite
- Performing arts and sport facility
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Emphasises music and performing arts, with collaboration with The Juilliard School.
- Drama
- Music
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Runs a social impact programme with UNICEF, where students lead projects linked to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Teaches modern foreign languages including Spanish and French.
- Spanish
- French
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are accepted year-round, subject to availability. Requires an online form, two years of reports, medical records, passport details and an assessment, plus a tour and a meeting with the Head of School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Five scholarship types (academic, leadership, performing arts, STEAM, sport) for Years 5-12, with tuition discounts of up to 30%.
- Academic
- Leadership
- Performing Arts
- STEAM
- Sport
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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