Wellington College International Shanghai

上海惠灵顿外籍人员子女学校

Pudong New District, Shanghai, ChinaLicensed
  • IGCSE
  • IB Diploma
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About

Wellington College International Shanghai is a British-style international school in Pudong, part of the Wellington College Education network. It offers Early Years, Primary and Secondary education, including IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme.

Key facts

Source: Read from the school's website

Info checked 2026-11-06

  • Curriculum

    IGCSE · IB Diploma

  • Ages

    Ages 2–18

  • Language

    English

  • Type

    International school

Founded
2014

Fees

Source: Read from the school's website

2026-27 school year

One-off costs

Application fee
CNY 3,500
Enrolment fee
CNY 18,000

As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying.

Admissions

Source: Read from the school's website

Mid-year entry
Possible
Scholarships
Yes
Financial aid
Yes

Curriculum and academics

Source: Read from the school's website

Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · IGCSE

The IB's four programmes

Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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

  • 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
  • Sport
  • Performing arts

Exam results

IB Diploma · Average score
38.2
IB Diploma · Pass rate
100%

Student support

Source: Read from the school's website

Nurse on site
Yes
School bus
Yes
Food options
Vegetarian, Allergy safe

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Accreditation and memberships

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Accreditations
CIS, COBIS, IB, WASC
Memberships
ACAMIS, COBIS, COIS, fobisia

Licence

SFCC: foreign passport holders only

More details

Source: Read from the school's website

The essentials

  • Country affiliation

    Presented as a British school with roots in the Wellington College network in England.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Bus service

    Runs a daily school bus service with a third-party licensed operator, with many pickup points across Puxi and Pudong and a bus monitor on each bus.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Diving deeper

  • Uniform

    Mandatory uniform policy, with pupils expected to dress neatly and professionally.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Food options

    Catering is provided by a foodservice company with vegetarian options, posted allergen information, and a nut-free environment.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Governance and ownership

    States it is a Wellington College Education school within a global network of co-educational schools.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Academics

  • Curriculum

    Offers IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, with a Chinese Learning Programme and a Dual Language Pathway.

    • IGCSE
    • IB Diploma Programme
    • Chinese Learning Programme
    • Dual Language Pathway

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Exam results

    Reports a 2026 IB average of 38.2 out of 45, a 100% IB pass rate, and 46% of graduates receiving QS Top 20 university offers.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Parent experience

  • History

    The founding school in England opened in 1859. The Shanghai school opened in 2014 as part of the Wellington College Education network.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Community

    Emphasises parent involvement and community events, including multicultural festivals and a summer festival.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

    The Friends of Wellington (FOW) brings parents, teachers and the school community together and organises annual events and charitable work.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Facilities

  • Facilities overview

    Has a fully equipped healthcare centre staffed full-time by qualified nurses.

    • Healthcare centre

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Extra-curricular activities

  • Arts and creative

    Runs stage productions and dance events as part of the arts programme.

    • Stage productions
    • eMotions Dance

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Cultural and language

    Holds cultural events such as the International Friendship Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival.

    • International Friendship Festival
    • Mid-Autumn Festival

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Social and hobbies

    Hosts community events such as the Summer Festival with family activities and entertainment.

    • Summer Festival

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Community and service

    The parent association organises charitable activities that contribute to the wider community.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Languages

  • Language provision

    Provides a Chinese Learning Programme and a Dual Language Pathway.

    • Chinese Learning Programme
    • Dual Language Pathway

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Reputation

  • Awards

    Highlights a No.1 ranking in China in the Forbes China International Schools Annual Selection 2026.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Admissions

  • Admissions

    Apply online, submit documents, complete an age-appropriate assessment, then receive a decision usually within three working days.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Scholarships

    Runs academic, arts and sport scholar programmes, with the 2027-28 scholarship programme open to external applicants.

    • Academics Scholars
    • Arts Scholars
    • Sport Scholars

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Waitlist

    If no place is available, applicants are placed in a waiting pool and contacted when a space opens.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Location

Source: Read from the school's website

No.1500 Yao Long Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 200124 China (campus main gate: No. 100, Hai Yang Xi Road)

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