Top International Schools in China

Overview: A-Level, IB Diploma · — · CN¥44K

Guangzhou Xinya Senior High School is a non-profit private high school located in Nansha District, Guangzhou, China. Founded in 2025 as the successor to Yada International Preparatory (an IB high school), it offers both China's national high school curriculum and international programs including IBDP and Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level. With approximately 1,000 students from 25+ nationalities and ~300 staff, it provides a diverse, internationally-oriented educational environment. The school emphasizes a student-centered, interest-driven philosophy aimed at cultivating globally-minded, innovative graduates.

Overview: IGCSE · — · CN¥110K–CN¥168K

Wycombe Abbey School Changzhou (WASCZ) is a co-educational, day and boarding international school in Jiangsu, China, for students aged 3–18. Founded in 2012 as the first Wycombe Abbey overseas affiliate, it offers the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level curriculum alongside deep Chinese cultural education. With approximately 1,300 students from 18+ nationalities, a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, and 100% university placement rate, WASCZ combines British academic rigour with holistic whole-person development. The campus features one of China's largest indoor air-dome sports facilities, an aquatic centre, performing arts theatre, and a boathouse on West Taihu Lake.

Overview: IB Diploma · — · CN¥140K–CN¥156K

Shanghai High School International Division (SHSID) is a highly regarded K-12 international school founded in 1993 as the international arm of historic Shanghai High School (est. 1865). Serving approximately 3,500 students from over 60 countries across four Shanghai campuses, SHSID offers a rigorous blend of IB Diploma, AP, and Cambridge A-Level curricula exclusively to expatriate children. The school places strong emphasis on STEM education and multilingual communication, with English as the primary instruction language and Chinese as a core subject. Accredited by Cognia and the Council of International Schools (CIS), SHSID is recognized as one of China's leading international schools.

Overview: IB PYP, IB MYP · 3–18 · CN¥148K–CN¥380.5K

The Western Academy of Beijing (WAB) is a leading non-profit international school in Beijing, founded in 1994 to serve the city's expatriate community. It enrolls approximately 1,400 students from 58+ countries and offers the full IB continuum — PYP, MYP, and DP — plus a WAB High School Diploma. WAB emphasizes inquiry-based, whole-child education in a diverse and inclusive environment with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1:8. The world-class campus spans approximately 100,000 sqm and features specialist buildings, science labs, three theaters, a sports dome 'Tiger L'Air', an indoor swimming pool, and seven dining venues. The school's mission is 'Connect, Inspire, Challenge: Make a Difference.'

Overview: IB PYP, IB MYP · 3–18 · CN¥155.8K–CN¥361.8K

The International School of Beijing (ISB) is a non-profit, IB World School founded in 1980, making it the oldest international school in Beijing. Located in the Shunyi District, ISB serves approximately 1,800 students from over 50 nationalities across Early Years through Grade 12. The school offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) with a strong emphasis on STEAM, inquiry-based learning, and character development. As an internationally accredited institution recognized by CIS and NEASC, ISB provides a world-class education exclusively to foreign-passport holders in a purpose-built, modern campus.

Overview: IB PYP, IB MYP · 2–18 · CN¥166.4K–CN¥268.7K

Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is a private international day school in Qingpu, Shanghai, offering the full IB curriculum from Pre-Nursery through Grade 12. Founded in 2006, WISS was Mainland China's first IB Continuum World School, educating over 700 students from 50+ nationalities representing nearly 40 languages. The school delivers a balanced programme of Academics, Sports, Arts, and Community Service underpinned by IB inquiry-based pedagogy. With a 16-acre campus featuring two indoor pools, an astroturf football field, a professional performing arts centre, and design/robotics labs, WISS provides an exceptional learning environment. The 2023 graduating class achieved a 100% IB Diploma pass rate, with all graduates receiving offers from leading universities worldwide.