Yew Wah International Education School of Shanghai Gubei
- A Level
- Own curriculum
Per yearabout USD 25.2K–36.9K
CNY 168K–246K · 2025-26 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
English-taught secondary school in Shanghai's Changning District focused on art and design, with optional subjects, portfolio development and university guidance, part of the YCYW school network.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by YCYW Education Network (Yew Chung / Yew Wah). See all 19 schools of YCYW Education Network (Yew Chung / Yew Wah)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2025-26 school year
Curriculum
A Level · Own curriculum
Ages
Ages 14–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2001
- Boarding
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2025-26 school year
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| unspecified (first listed amount) | CNY 246,000≈ USD 36.9K |
| unspecified (second listed amount) | CNY 168,000≈ USD 25.2K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| unspecified (first listed amount) | CNY 246,000 (about USD 36.9K) |
| unspecified (second listed amount) | CNY 168,000 (about USD 25.2K) |
Source: school website (ywies-sh.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Yew Wah International Education School of Shanghai Gubei (this school) | CNY 168,000 (about USD 25.2K) | CNY 246,000 (about USD 36.9K) |
| The British International School Shanghai, Puxi | 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) |
| Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong | CNY 278,390 (about USD 41.7K) | CNY 388,970 (about USD 58.3K) |
| Yew Chung International School of Shanghai | CNY 166,900 (about USD 25K) | CNY 366,300 (about USD 54.9K) |
Source: school website (ywies-sh.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 550
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 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Eal test, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedA Level
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
- Visual arts
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Makerspace
Arts
- Fine Art
- Fashion Design
- Textiles
- Digital Media
- 3D Design
- Game Design
- Digital Photography
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More details
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The essentials
School day structure
Numbered lesson periods start at 8:10, with a mid-morning break around 10:20.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding service is available, with experienced staff supervising boarders and monitoring dormitory safety.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Led under a joint Western and Chinese co-leadership model and part of the YCYW school network.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Two university-track pathways centred on art and design, with optional subjects, English-medium teaching, and portfolio and university guidance.
- Art and Design
- Fine Art
- Graphic Communications
- Fashion Design & Textiles
- 3D Design
- Digital Media & Design
- Digital Photography
- Moving Image
- Game Design
- Art Business
- Portfolio Integration
- Career & University Guidance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Safeguarding
Designated a Child-Safe School, with child protection policies and procedures published on the site.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Established in 2001, building on the experience of Yew Chung International School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Part of an education network spanning multiple locations in Hong Kong, mainland China and the United States.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Academic facilities
Specialist art, fashion, textile, digital media and design rooms, plus a creative community centre for exhibitions and performances.
- Art and Design Classroom
- Fashion Design Classroom
- Textile Classroom
- ICT and Digital Media Computer Lab
- Design & Technology Lab
- Creative Community Centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Teaching is in English, and Chinese culture study is included among the compulsory subjects.
- English-medium teaching
- Chinese Culture Study
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applicants submit an online form and documents, then take an English test, interview and artwork review before an offer is issued.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
600 Gubei Road, Changning District, Shanghai, 200336, China
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