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International Schools in Chengdu, China

Compare 23 international schools in Chengdu, China. Filter by curriculum, fees (average RMB 120,954), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
23
Curricula
14
Average annual fee
RMB 120,954
Fee range
RMB 1,200 – 294,500
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Advanced Placement (AP) (7 schools)
Average school size
1,258 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Canadian British Columbia International School Chengdu
Oldest
Chengdu International School (1997)
With boarding
6
About international schools in Chengdu, China

Chengdu’s international schools form a mix of fully international campuses for foreign-passport families and bilingual or international divisions that serve locally resident and expatriate children; most offer English as the main language of instruction while building structured Mandarin programmes. You will find a range of curricula - International Baccalaureate, British (IGCSE/A-Level), American (US diploma/AP) and blended China-West models are all represented - so course choice typically depends on where you expect your child to study after Chengdu. Annual tuition at foreign-passport international schools commonly falls in the RMB low-hundreds of thousands, while bilingual programmes and local international divisions are often lower; expect additional costs for registration, deposits, transport, lunches and external exam fees. Admissions follow a clear season with major intakes around the August/September school year start and some mid-year places in January, and common application steps include an online form, previous school records, entrance assessments or interviews and proof of eligibility under Chinese regulations.

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FAQs for China

Who is eligible to attend an international school in Chengdu?
Many fully international schools in Chengdu are licensed to enrol children of foreign-passport holders and may require proof of expatriate status; bilingual and international divisions run by local schools may admit Chinese nationals but must follow national rules for compulsory years. Check each school’s published entry requirements early, because eligibility affects the curriculum and the paperwork you will need to submit.
What curricula will my child find in Chengdu and how do they differ?
Chengdu schools commonly offer the International Baccalaureate, British programmes (IGCSE and A-Level), US-style diplomas with Advanced Placement courses, and hybrid China-West models. The IB emphasises inquiry and international recognition across ages, British routes focus on subject exams at 16 and 18, and US programmes centre on course credits and AP exams - choose the pathway aligned to the country or type of university you expect your child to apply to.
How much should I budget for school fees and extras?
Tuition at foreign-passport international schools in Chengdu typically sits in the low-to-mid hundreds of thousands of RMB per year, while bilingual or local international divisions are generally less expensive; exact fees vary widely by school, age and programme. Families should also budget for non-tuition costs such as application or registration fees, a refundable deposit at some schools, school meals, uniform, transport, exam fees and occasional residential trips.
When should I apply and what is the admissions process like?
Most schools have their main intake for the new school year in August/September, with limited mid-year places often available in January; application windows and required documents differ by school so start enquiries as early as possible. The process commonly includes an online application, submission of previous school reports, an entrance assessment or interview, and verification of passport/visa or residency status where required.
Is Mandarin taught at international schools in Chengdu and can children become fluent?
Yes - nearly all English-medium international schools in Chengdu include daily Mandarin lessons or a structured Mandarin pathway for both beginners and native speakers, and some bilingual schools teach substantial portions of the day in Mandarin. Programmes and intensity vary, so ask schools for specifics on hours, grouping by ability, and opportunities for immersion outside lessons if achieving functional fluency is a priority.