International School Fees in Shanghai
Shanghai has 9 verified international schools in this collection on Schoozy, with annual tuition from CN¥140K–CN¥399K (median CN¥246K). The table compares every school by tuition, curriculum, ages and boarding.
At a Glance
9
Verified schools
CN¥246K
Median annual tuition
CN¥140K–CN¥399K
Tuition range
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
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| Location | Curriculum | Boarding | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai High School International Division | Shanghai | — | IB Diploma | CN¥140K–CN¥156K | No |
| Western International School of Shanghai | Shanghai | 2–18 | IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma | CN¥166.4K–CN¥268.7K | No |
| Yew Chung International School of Shanghai | Shanghai | 2–18 | A-Level, IB Diploma, IGCSE | CN¥166.9K–CN¥366.3K | No |
| Yk Pao School | Shanghai | — | — | CN¥168K–CN¥216K | No |
| Shanghai American School | Shanghai | 3–18 | AP, IB Diploma, US Curriculum | CN¥246K–CN¥311K | No |
| Concordia International School Shanghai | Shanghai | 3–18 | US Curriculum, AP | CN¥250K–CN¥330K | No |
| Harrow International School Shanghai | Shanghai | 2–18 | British National Curriculum, IGCSE, A-Level | CN¥275.2K–CN¥399K | No |
| The British International School Shanghai Pudong Campus | Shanghai | — | IB Diploma, IGCSE | CN¥278.4K–CN¥389K | No |
| Wellington College International Shanghai | Shanghai | 2–18 | A-Level, IB Diploma, IGCSE | CN¥292.4K–CN¥391K | No |
| Tuition band | Schools |
|---|---|
| Under CN¥167.6K | 3 schools |
| CN¥167.6K – CN¥258.4K | 3 schools |
| CN¥258.4K and above | 3 schools |
Featured international schools
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 · 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.
Overview: A-Level, IB Diploma · 2–18 · CN¥166.9K–CN¥366.3K
Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS Shanghai) is Shanghai's first government-approved independent international school, founded in 1993 and serving over 2,500 students from more than 50 countries across six campuses. The school's distinctive co-teaching model pairs a native English-speaking teacher with a native Chinese-speaking teacher in every classroom, delivering a genuinely bilingual education from Early Childhood to Upper Secondary. Offering the Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme, YCIS consistently achieves a 100% IBDP pass rate and sends graduates to the world's leading universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, UCLA, and LSE. With a 7:1 student-teacher ratio and more than 200 co-curricular activities, YCIS provides a richly supportive environment grounded in whole-person education and the mission of Building a Bright Future for Humanity.
Overview: — · — · CN¥168K–CN¥216K
YK Pao School is a pioneering non-profit Chinese-English bilingual K–12 school in Shanghai, founded in 2007 by the family of the late shipping magnate Sir Yue-Kong Pao. The school serves approximately 1,600 Chinese and international students across three campuses, offering an integrated curriculum that blends China's national programme with Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma. Its defining feature is a rigorous two-way immersion model in which students develop genuine bilingual proficiency while also pursuing whole-person development across intellectual, emotional, physical and social dimensions. Graduates consistently gain admission to leading universities worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge and Ivy League institutions.
Overview: AP, IB Diploma · 3–18 · CN¥246K–CN¥311K
Shanghai American School (SAS) is a non-profit international day school founded in 1912, operating two campuses in Shanghai with approximately 3,000 students of over 40 nationalities. SAS offers an American curriculum culminating in AP or IB diplomas. The school emphasizes project-based, creative learning and global citizenship. Graduates consistently gain admission to top universities worldwide, with annual placements among the highest of any international school in Shanghai.
Overview: US Curriculum, AP · 3–18 · CN¥250K–CN¥330K
Founded in 1998, Concordia International School Shanghai is a US-curriculum K–12 co-educational day school in Pudong exclusively serving foreign passport families. The school offers rigorous academics, a broad AP program, fine arts, athletics, and character education within a Lutheran Christian ethos. With approximately 1,150 students from 29 nationalities, Concordia fosters a collaborative and supportive learning environment focused on holistic development and college preparation. Graduates consistently gain admission to top global universities, with 67% of the Class of 2023 accepted to US Top 50 institutions. Accredited by WASC and NLSA, Concordia is a leading international school in Shanghai's Jinqiao district.
How this list is compiled
This directory lists every published international schools in scope, drawn from official school websites, structured research and editorial verification.
Data sources: official school websites, Schoozy deep research and editorial review.
Last verified Jun 25, 2026.
Editorial review of this collection is in progress.
Understanding the full cost
Beyond annual tuition, most schools charge one-off and recurring extras. Typical additional fees among the schools listed here:
- Registration fee
- CN¥1K–CN¥32K
FAQ: International School Fees
How many international schools are listed here?
There are currently 9 international schools in this collection on Schoozy. Every entry is a verified, published listing.
Which schools have the lowest fees?
Annual tuition across the schools listed here ranges CN¥140K–CN¥399K. Sort the comparison table by annual tuition to see the most affordable options first. Fees vary by grade level and whether boarding is offered.
Can my child enrol without speaking the local language?
Many international schools teach in English and accept students with limited local-language ability, often through EAL (English as an Additional Language) support. Entry requirements differ by school and grade — check each school's admissions page for its language policy and any assessment.
How is the school year and grade level counted?
International schools usually follow their home system's grade names (for example US grades, UK years or the IB programme structure), which may not map one-to-one to the local system. Each school listing shows the age range it serves so you can match your child's stage.
When can students transfer in?
Most schools accept applications year-round and admit mid-year subject to availability, though the main intake aligns with the start of the academic year. Places in popular grades can be waitlisted — apply early and confirm transfer timing with the school directly.
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