Best International Schools in China

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Best International Schools in China

International Schools in China are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best International Schools in China, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.

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Why choose an international school in China?

Looking to be at the forefront of the changing international landscape while still offering your children world-class education? Look no further than China, one of the world’s fastest growing economies with an equally fast-growing international school market.

Major cities such as Beijing and Shanghai boast large expat populations with outstanding international schools to match. Student populations are truly international, featuring expats from Western and Eastern countries alike. Students receive top-tier education opportunities with international curriculum, guaranteeing a smooth transition back to their home countries or university.
Paired with a unique opportunity for immersive lessons in the most-spoken language in the world, and China presents itself as a premier destination for international schooling.

The number of schools in China offering international programs is expanding at a rapid pace and with wide variations in quality assurance.
Parents need to be sure they are considering top tier schools with valid and current accreditation from recognised international authorities.
Make sure you are dealing with schools with the necessary commitment to high learning standards and the resources to deliver on that commitment. Start your search here, with this listing of well recognised high achieving international learning communities.
Noel Thomas, Co-principal, Yew Chung International School of Beijing

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Top rated International Schools in China 2025

This International Schools list is informed by World Schools data—we consider parents and students reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.

IB Schools in China

  • ISSH International School of Schaffhausen
    0 reviews
    Schaffhausen - Switzerland
    IB Diploma
    From 24590
    chf
  • Christian Alliance International School
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong
    From 123200
    hkd
  • American School of The Hague
    3 reviews
    The Hague - South Holland
    From 14650
    eur
  • Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
    0 reviews
    Pudong - Shanghai
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE, PSAT, SAT
    From 266000
    cny
  • Hangzhou International School (HIS)
    0 reviews
    Hangzhou - Zhejiang
    IB Diploma
    From 185,000
    cny
  • Regents International School Pattaya
    4 reviews
    Pattaya - Bang Lamung District
    From 133200
    thb
  • ISSH International School of Schaffhausen
    0 reviews
    Schaffhausen - Switzerland
    IB Diploma
    From 24590
    chf
  • Christian Alliance International School
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong
    From 123200
    hkd
  • American School of The Hague
    3 reviews
    The Hague - South Holland
    From 14650
    eur
  • Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
    0 reviews
    Pudong - Shanghai
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE, PSAT, SAT
    From 266000
    cny
  • Hangzhou International School (HIS)
    0 reviews
    Hangzhou - Zhejiang
    IB Diploma
    From 185,000
    cny
  • Regents International School Pattaya
    4 reviews
    Pattaya - Bang Lamung District
    From 133200
    thb

US Curriculum Schools in China

  • Korea International School
    0 reviews
    Gyeonggi-do - South Korea
    American Diploma
    From 22000
    usd
  • Taejon Christian International School
    0 reviews
    Daejeon - South Korea
    American Diploma, IB Diploma
    From 20000
    usd
  • Institut auf dem Rosenberg
    6 reviews
    St Gallen - Switzerland
    A Level, American Diploma, AP, IB Diploma, IGCSE, TOEFL
    From 150000
    chf
  • Christian Alliance International School
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong
    From 123200
    hkd
  • Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
    0 reviews
    Shanghai - China
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE, SAT
    From 163600
    cny
  • North Broward Preparatory School, A Nord Anglia Education School
    3 reviews
    Boca Raton - Florida
    From 62650
    usd
  • Korea International School
    0 reviews
    Gyeonggi-do - South Korea
    American Diploma
    From 22000
    usd
  • Taejon Christian International School
    0 reviews
    Daejeon - South Korea
    American Diploma, IB Diploma
    From 20000
    usd
  • Institut auf dem Rosenberg
    6 reviews
    St Gallen - Switzerland
    A Level, American Diploma, AP, IB Diploma, IGCSE, TOEFL
    From 150000
    chf
  • Christian Alliance International School
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong
    From 123200
    hkd
  • Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
    0 reviews
    Shanghai - China
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE, SAT
    From 163600
    cny
  • North Broward Preparatory School, A Nord Anglia Education School
    3 reviews
    Boca Raton - Florida
    From 62650
    usd

British Schools in China

  • Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
    0 reviews
    Pudong - Shanghai
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE, PSAT, SAT
    From 266000
    cny
  • Prince of Wales Island International School
    0 reviews
    Balik Pulau - George Town
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 30,000
    myr
  • King’s School The Crown
    0 reviews
    6th of October City - Giza Governorate
    IGCSE
    From 253000
    egp
  • Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi
    0 reviews
    Puxi - Shanghai
    A Level, IB Diploma, IGCSE, SAT
    From 137800
    cny
  • Brillantmont International School
    3 reviews
    Lausanne - Vaud
    A Level, AP, AS, IGCSE, SAT
    From 31500
  • Epsom College in Malaysia
    0 reviews
    Bandar Enstek - Negeri Sembilan
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 95850
    myr
  • Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
    0 reviews
    Pudong - Shanghai
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE, PSAT, SAT
    From 266000
    cny
  • Prince of Wales Island International School
    0 reviews
    Balik Pulau - George Town
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 30,000
    myr
  • King’s School The Crown
    0 reviews
    6th of October City - Giza Governorate
    IGCSE
    From 253000
    egp
  • Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi
    0 reviews
    Puxi - Shanghai
    A Level, IB Diploma, IGCSE, SAT
    From 137800
    cny
  • Brillantmont International School
    3 reviews
    Lausanne - Vaud
    A Level, AP, AS, IGCSE, SAT
    From 31500
  • Epsom College in Malaysia
    0 reviews
    Bandar Enstek - Negeri Sembilan
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 95850
    myr

How much do International Schools in China cost?

According to World Schools data, the yearly tuition fee for International Schools in ranges between $15500 and $19000. However, the cost varies significantly depending on various factors such as the school curriculum, extracurricular activities, location, and facilities, and can go up to $48200.

The average yearly cost is $17800, around $1800 per month, and can go up to the maximum monthly cost of $4900.

Additionally, most schools will also charge a one-time registration fee, and you also need to count an extra budget during the year for extracurricular trips, holiday camps, etc.

If you would like to explore International Schools in with yearly fee filters, please use our advanced search filters.

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