SEN International Schools in Chongqing, China

Last updated 26 September 2026

About international schools in Chongqing, China

Chongqing’s international schools are a small but growing sector that commonly combine English-medium international curricula with a strong Chinese-language component, so many families find bilingual British-style, IB and American-curriculum options in the city. Programmes on offer include the International Baccalaureate and Cambridge/IGCSE and British or American-style pathways, and several schools advertise explicitly bilingual English - Chinese teaching. Annual tuition at international programmes in Chongqing typically sits in the high five-figure to low six-figure range in RMB - directory data for the city recently shows a broad band around about 190,000 - 308,000 RMB per year, though fees vary by grade, campus and extras. Most schools operate a main August/September intake and ask families to begin applications many months earlier; note that mainland Chinese regulations and school policies mean some international programmes prioritise applicants holding foreign passports, while separate bilingual or “international division” streams may admit local families under different rules.

Compare 2 SEN / Special Education international schools in Chongqing, China. Filter by curriculum, fees (average RMB 249,000), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 2 schools · avg fee RMB 249,000

Schools listed: 2
Curricula: 33
Average annual fee: RMB 249,000
Fee range: RMB 190,000 – 308,000
Most common curriculum: British Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size: 400 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Yew Chung International School of Chongqing
Oldest: Yew Chung International School of Chongqing (2001)

Yew Chung International School of Chongqing

IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 3 to 18

RMB 190,000 - 308,000

Ages 3 to 18 years

IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE

Instructs in English and Mandarin

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Chongqing Fudi Yew Wah International Education Kindergarten (YWIEK)

Japanese Curriculum, German Curriculum · Ages 2 to 6

Fees not listed

Ages 2 to 6 years

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Instructs in English, Mandarin and Spanish

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FAQs for China

What kinds of curricula will my child find in Chongqing international schools?

You will commonly find International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), British-style programmes (IGCSE and A-level pathways or English National Curriculum elements) and American-style curricula or AP options, and some schools run bespoke bilingual programmes that blend Chinese national content with an international syllabus. Offerings vary by school and by age range, so check each school’s programme authorisations and which years (for example IGCSE or IB Diploma years) they run.

How much should we budget for international schooling in Chongqing?

Tuition at international programmes in Chongqing commonly falls in the high five-figure to low six-figure RMB range per year; recent directory summaries cite a broad range around roughly 190,000 - 308,000 RMB annually, but individual schools and grade levels differ. Budget additionally for application and enrolment fees, deposits, school transport, uniforms, extras such as language classes and examination or activity costs.

Who is eligible to attend international schools in Chongqing?

Many international schools and international divisions in mainland China give priority to or restrict places to children holding foreign (non-PRC) passports, and admissions policies vary by school; some bilingual or international-division programmes associated with local schools may have different eligibility rules. Always check the admissions policy of each school for nationality and residency requirements and ask whether separate pathways exist for overseas Chinese or local families.

When should we start the admissions process for a move to Chongqing?

Begin enquiries as early as possible - many schools open applications several months before the August/September school year start and some popular year groups fill in advance; families relocating should contact schools at least six to nine months ahead when possible. Schools commonly require documents such as passports, previous-school reports and immunisation records, and some publish deadlines or early-payment dates for fee deposits in spring, so confirm exact dates with each school.

What language support and bilingual options are available?

Several schools in Chongqing advertise bilingual English - Chinese programmes or strong Chinese-language pathways alongside English-medium teaching, with models that range from daily Mandarin lessons to integrated bilingual instruction across subjects. If maintaining home-language skills or achieving Mandarin fluency is important, ask schools about the amount of instruction in each language, assessment of second-language progress and whether mother-tongue or heritage-language classes are offered.

What should parents prioritise when comparing schools in Chongqing?

Look beyond brand names to the curriculum pathways on offer, the age ranges and authorised programmes (for example IB authorisation or Cambridge accreditation), language provision, teacher qualifications and the school’s published admissions and fee policies. Also consider practical factors such as location and transport, extracurricular and pastoral support, inspection or accreditation reports, and whether the school’s university-placement information aligns with your family’s plans.}]}