Compare Moderate-level SEN International Schools in Guangzhou, China

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees RMB 204,000 - 222,000

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

ISA Liwan (ISA Liwan International School / ISA Wenhua Liwan School) is a K–12 campus in Guangzhou's Liwan District. The school site describes the campus as located on Hailong Road, about 800 metres from Longxi (Guangfo) Metro Station, and occupying a large campus with sports facilities, an aquatics centre, an 800-seat auditorium and two libraries. ISA Liwan delivers IB-framed programmes across age groups (PYP in Primary; MYP authorised in 2024; IBDP authorised December 2023) and lists additional international pathways (A Level, AP, IGCSE/HKDSE and Chinese national curriculum pathways through the Wenhua programme). The website also describes an international boarding provision, a school bus service, more than 60 co-curricular options and a CCA structure that includes arts, sports, languages and leadership strands.

Location

ISA Liwan International School is on Hailong Road in Liwan District, Guangzhou — the campus sits on the Guangzhou–Foshan boundary area. The school is reported to be about 800 metres from Longxi Station on the Guangzhou–Foshan metro line, and the campus is described as adjacent to a Foshan waterway and local road links. For precise commuting details from a specific address, contact the school's admissions team.

Stages

The school is described as a K–12 provision covering Early Years, Primary (IB PYP/UK EYFS-aligned) and Secondary (Middle and High School) programmes. The website presents pathways for Early Years through to senior grades and indicates international curriculum frameworks (IB).

Type

ISA Liwan is an international, co-educational day school and is part of the ISA International Education Group. The school's published material also refers to an immersive international boarding programme available for Primary, Middle and High School students; check admissions for boarding capacity and rules.

Additional learning support

The school's public pages do not give a detailed published special educational needs (SEN) or additional learning needs (ALN) policy for ISA Liwan specifically. ISA group schools publish Access & Inclusion frameworks (for example ISA Wuhan's Access & Inclusion policy describing tiered support), so parents should contact ISA Liwan admissions to request the school's current learning‑support policy, assessment process and examples of in‑school provisions.

Country affiliation

ISA Liwan is an international school located in Guangzhou, China, and is operated by the ISA International Education Group; it is not presented as being affiliated to any foreign national government.

Religious affiliation

The school does not state any religious affiliation on its public pages; it presents itself as a secular international school.

School day structure

The school's public website does not publish a detailed daily timetable (start/end times or exact break/lunch times) for each age group. For specific start/end times, daily schedules and any before/after‑school care options, contact the admissions team listed on the school's contact page.

Bus service

The school describes an organised school‑bus service operated through a school bus centre; the site notes routes are designed so individual journeys take under an hour. The bus service is presented as a school‑managed transport option — parents should contact admissions for route maps, stop locations, costs, pick‑up/drop‑off times and safety arrangements.

Application fee
- A one-off application/enrolment fee is reported as RMB 1,000.

Tuition fees (full detail by year group)
- Nursery 2 (age 2): Annual tuition RMB 208,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 104,000 if divided into two equal terms).
- Kindergarten 1 (age 3): Annual tuition RMB 208,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 104,000).
- Kindergarten 2 (age 4): Annual tuition RMB 238,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 119,000).
- Kindergarten 3 (age 5): Annual tuition RMB 238,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 119,000).
- Grade 1 – Grade 3 (primary lower years): Annual tuition RMB 258,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 129,000).
- Grade 4 – Grade 5 (primary upper years): Annual tuition RMB 268,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 134,000).
- Grade 6 – Grade 8 (lower secondary/MYP): Annual tuition RMB 288,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 144,000).
- Grade 9 – Grade 10 (IGCSE/early upper secondary): Annual tuition RMB 298,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 149,000).
- Grade 11 – Grade 12 (IB Diploma/A-levels): Annual tuition RMB 308,000 (per-term equivalent RMB 154,000).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- For the ISA Wenhua (domestic) track, official approvals list tuition on a per-semester basis (for example: primary RMB 102,000 per semester; lower secondary RMB 111,000 per semester). This same local approval also specifies semester-based boarding charges where applicable.
- For the international (foreign-children) school, published materials show annual tuition figures by grade; the school's published fees are presented as annual amounts and parents are directed to the school for billing arrangements (many international schools offer semester or instalment options, but the school's published fee list provides annual totals).

Boarding fees
- Boarding is available. Reported figures indicate an optional boarding charge equivalent to RMB 50,000 per year (reported as RMB 25,000 per semester in some official notices for the Wenhua/domestic school).

Other costs and common additional fees
- Additional variable charges commonly applied: meals, school bus, uniforms, textbooks and learning materials, external examination fees, extracurricular activities, and one-off enrolment deposits or assurance fees. Local public notices state that ancillary/service charges follow public-school management rules. Specific amounts for these items are not listed in the school's public fee summary.

Refund information
- No detailed public refund policy for tuition or deposits was found in the school's public fee disclosures. The school's charging framework is subject to Guangzhou municipal fee approval and ancillary charges are governed by local regulations. Parents should expect refund and cancellation handling to follow those regulatory and contractual terms.

Fee payment options
- The school's public fee listings do not explicitly publish a full list of accepted payment methods. Typical channels for international schools in China include international bank transfer (SWIFT), domestic bank transfer, and local digital payments (Alipay/WeChat) or card payments; however, no definitive public statement of accepted methods for ISA Liwan was located in the published fee pages. For precise payment instructions and available instalment plans, the school's admissions office is the listed point of contact.

Summary of sources and limits of public information
- Published fee amounts by grade and boarding levels are available in the school-fee summaries and education directories; local government approvals specify semester fees for the Wenhua/domestic track. Public materials do not provide a complete public schedule of application/registration timing, the school's formal refund policy text, or a definitive public list of accepted payment methods.

Boarding Arrangements

ISA Liwan offers an International Boarding Community for students from primary to high school. Boarding facilities include a study area and a student lounge on each floor, with two house parents per floor to guide and support boarders. A UK-based Head of Boarding oversees the programme; security includes curfews and Wellbeing Center support, with ongoing communication with parents.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform. Uniforms are designed from washable materials for comfort and practicality, suitable for each season, and include formal wear, sportswear, swimwear, ties, and shoes.

Food Options

The cafeteria serves Chinese, Western, vegetarian, bakery, and pastry meals, along with global cuisine. It can support events such as parties and baking and non-baking lessons.

House System

ISA Liwan has a four-house system. The four houses are 弘毅、博学、求真、至善, and the system supports pastoral care, cross-age collaboration, competitions, and student leadership, with house points contributing to a sense of belonging.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of the ISA International Education Group (ISAIEG), a network of international schools that provides diverse pathways such as IB, CNC, A Level, AP, HKDSE and other programmes.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ISA Liwan states that “Student Support” is integral to school life and lists specific pastoral systems including mentorship programmes, a house system, boarding services, parent–school communication and student management to promote a positive, inclusive community and students' wellbeing. The school says these systems are designed to nurture students' personal and social development and to provide personalised care through higher adult-to-student ratios in houses. The site also notes a Learning Support Centre that works with pastoral teams to support individual learners. These provisions are described on the school's Pastoral Care page.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school's website describes a Learning Support Centre and a Student Support Centre that provide learning support integrated with teaching, pastoral and psychological services. ISA Liwan says these centres aim to create a positive environment and offer academic and learning support for students with different abilities. The website does not specify which particular categories of special educational needs (for example, specific learning difficulties, autism spectrum, or physical disabilities) it can support. The site also does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution; it describes mainstream student support rather than specialist special-education provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Early Years and primary information shows an immersive bilingual approach with English-language lessons and specific EAL provision listed in timetables, and the school describes differentiated language teaching from early years. Boarding and pastoral information also states the school runs targeted language and English-improvement courses (including TOEFL/IELTS preparation and small-group English classes) as part of its boarding learning support. These pages indicate curricular and extra-curricular English support rather than a standalone external EAL certification programme. Details about staff numbers or named EAL specialists are not published on the site.

Mental Wellbeing

The website describes a Wellbeing/Student Support Centre that provides group activities, group and individual counselling and preventive and intervention services, and it says boarding staff must hold a mental-health education certificate to better support boarders. The school also notes that experienced psychological experts and teachers will provide psychological counselling and wellbeing lectures. The Health Clinic page indicates on-campus medical provision and CPR/AED training that support student health and emergency response. The site therefore presents a combination of counselling, boarding-focused pastoral care and on-site health services as its mental-wellbeing provision.

Safeguarding

ISA Liwan's website describes campus security measures (an ‘advanced intelligent campus system', 24-hour security and surveillance), boarding safeguards such as house parents, curfew and regular roll-calls, and an on-site Health Clinic with nursing cover and emergency preparedness (CPR/AED training). The boarding page states house parents are “ever present” for counselling and safety, and the Pastoral Care page describes the house system and home–school communication as part of student protection. The site sets out these operational safeguarding measures but does not publish a clearly labelled, standalone child-protection or safeguarding policy document that is publicly accessible from the pages reviewed.

Admissions

1. Initial enquiry and application: Start by submitting the school's online admission inquiry or application form (the school publishes an enquiry form for grade intention and contact details). The school's published process asks parents to provide the application form plus “supporting materials” and to indicate the intended grade; the site's enquiry form shows the EY1–G11 grade choices and basic contact fields. Because the school's site does not list every required document, parents should be prepared to provide recent school reports, passport/ID and any residency paperwork the family holds and confirm exact document requirements with admissions.

2. Admissions office review: After you submit the application and supporting materials the Admissions Office reviews the file to confirm the candidate's eligibility and the appropriate entry level. The school's published outline states that this review is an early gate before arranging assessments and helps determine whether an entrance assessment or interview is needed. Expect the review to consider the age cutoff (the school uses a September 1 cut‑off for age placement) and the published approximate class sizes (around 20 pupils for EY and ~24 for primary classes).

3. Entrance assessment or interview: The school arranges an entrance examination, assessment or interview as part of the process to place the child at the correct level; this applies across age ranges listed in the admissions plan. Parents should ask admissions in advance what format the assessment will take for their child's grade (group activities for early years, literacy/math tasks for primary, subject tests for older grades). Bring originals of school reports or samples of recent work if requested — these often speed up the placement decision.

4. Placement confirmation: Following assessment, the school confirms the recommended enrollment level and class allocation; this is the point when you will know whether there is a place available for the intended intake. Because class sizes are capped (the school publishes approximate sizes), availability for a particular grade can vary and places may fill quickly for popular year groups. If you need a specific start date or have constraints (boarding, transport, bilingual needs), mention these early so they can be considered in placement.

5. Offer letter and invoice: The school issues an Admissions Offer Letter together with an invoice if a place is offered; the published procedure explicitly lists issuing an offer and invoice as the next step. Parents should review the offer package carefully for the payment deadline, whether the fee quoted is annual or first‑year only, and any non‑refundable registration charges. The school's admissions materials make clear that payment by the stated deadline is required to secure the place.

6. Tuition and fees: The school's publicly reported annual tuition range for the international stream is in the region of CNY 208,000–308,000 (figures published for the 2025/2026 academic year show per‑grade totals that vary by year). Parents should confirm which extras are not included (for example, some schools exclude transport, uniforms, exam or activity fees) and request an itemised invoice so they know what is covered by the published amount. Fees are subject to change and the published figures should be verified directly with the school before making a payment.

7. Payment and enrolment finalisation: Pay the invoice by the deadline stated on the Offer Letter; the school's procedure states “Pay fees before specific deadline” as the final step before enrolment. Keep proof of payment and request written confirmation of enrolment and start date. If your child requires a visa, boarding place or other administrative support, confirm those arrangements as payments are completed so the school can prepare arrival and orientation.

8. Practical points and follow up: Note the school's age cut‑off (September 1) and class capacity when planning application timing; late applications may require waiting for a vacancy or joining via the school's intake windows. Keep a copy of all exchanged correspondence and the Offer Letter for your records.

Scholarships

ISA Liwan publishes a scholarship programme for its international school students covering several categories (academic, arts, sports, science, environment, public service, entrepreneurship and business). The school states scholarship waivers range from 30% up to 100% of annual tuition and can be awarded for up to a maximum of three years; the published sections also list grade bands for eligibility (for example: academic scholarships for Grades 6–12; arts/science/sports for Grades 1–10; environment/public welfare/entrepreneurship for Grades 7–10). The school's scholarship page also indicates the programme is open to both incoming and current students and notes a large aggregate scholarship fund cited on the site; parents should request the scholarship application form, the specific eligibility criteria and deadlines (separate application and supporting evidence are normally required) and confirm whether awards are renewable and conditional on academic or co‑curricular performance.

Waitlist

The school's published admissions procedure (application → review → assessment → offer → invoice → payment) does not publicly describe a formal, ranked waiting‑list or pool on the pages examined. The admissions pages set out the standard steps for assessment and offer but do not state whether unfilled applications are placed on a waitlist or how such a list would be managed. Because waitlist policies and vacancy management can be handled case‑by‑case, parents should assume there may be limited immediate availability for some grades and contact the Admissions Office to ask whether they operate a waitlist, how it is ranked (if at all), and whether any preferences (siblings, entry date) affect priority. For direct confirmation, use the school's admissions contact listed by ISA International Education Group (admissions@isalwis.com).

View Full Profile

LEH International School Foshan

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 6 - 18 years

Fees RMB 200,000 - 241,500

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

LEH International School Foshan is the first overseas campus of Lady Eleanor Holles (LEH) London and opened to its first students in September 2021. The school follows an English/British curriculum for students aged 6–18, preparing pupils for IGCSE and A Level qualifications. The campus, designed with sustainability in mind by Scott Brownrigg, includes dedicated sports facilities (4-court sports hall, 25m heated pool, 400m athletics track and large grass sports field) and specialist music and performing-arts provision; the school runs LAMDA and ABRSM exam programmes and is accredited by bodies including COBIS, CAIE and Pearson Edexcel. LEH Foshan is a day and boarding school teaching lessons in English (Chinese and Spanish are taught as language subjects) and operates a school bus service. For full tuition tables the school publishes a School Fees page and asks families to contact Admissions for detailed fee schedules.

Location

LEH International School Foshan is in central Foshan, Guangdong. Address: No.26 Jingping Road, Chancheng District, Foshan, 528000. The school notes that it is about 6 minutes from Wanhua metro station, and roughly ~15 minutes from Guangzhou South station and ~70 minutes from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport by car.

Stages

The school accepts students aged 6–18 and follows the British phase structure: Prep / Pre‑Prep (ages 6–10), Key Stage 3 (11–13), IGCSE (14–16) and A‑Level (16–18). Admission information on the site shows provision across Years 2–13.

Type

Co‑educational British international school offering both day places and an optional boarding programme; the website states families may choose day or boarding for students in Years 4–13 (ages ~8–18).

Additional learning support

The school provides English language support and a dedicated Learning Support team led by a Learning Support Director; incoming students complete baseline assessments (reading, CAT4, writing, interview, Oxford placement) and there are language‑intensive programmes and in‑class support.

Country affiliation

The school follows a British curriculum (IGCSE and A‑Level) and is linked to the Lady Eleanor Holles (LEH) UK network; it also holds COBIS accreditation.

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is stated on the school website; the school presents itself as a secular British international school.

School day structure

The school describes a full school day for day students with the same curriculum and facility access as boarders, and an extended routine for boarders including evening supervised study and organised weekend activities.

Bus service

The school operates a dedicated school‑bus service with options for daily pick‑up/drop‑off (for day students) and weekly transfer services (for boarders). Current routes include a Foshan Guicheng line. The school notes routes and pick‑up points are designed from parent feedback and a route map is available via admissions.

Application fee
- A non‑refundable application fee of RMB 2,000 applies to all new students.

Enrolment deposit (registration security deposit)
- A one‑time enrolment (registration) deposit of RMB 18,000 is payable on acceptance. The deposit is held by the school and is refundable subject to the school's terms (the school may use the deposit to clear unpaid fees or charges).

Tuition fees by year group

- Year 2: Annual tuition RMB 200,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 194,000 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 3: Annual tuition RMB 210,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 203,700 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 4: Annual tuition RMB 210,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 203,700 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 5: Annual tuition RMB 210,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 203,700 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 6: Annual tuition RMB 210,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 203,700 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 7: Annual tuition RMB 231,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 224,000 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 8: Annual tuition RMB 231,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 224,000 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 9: Annual tuition RMB 231,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 224,000 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 10: Annual tuition RMB 231,000 (across 3 terms) and RMB 224,000 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 11: Annual tuition RMB (across 3 terms) and RMB 224,000 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 12: Annual tuition RMB 241,500 and RMB 234,250 (3% discount for annual payment)
- Year 13: Annual tuition RMB 241,500 and RMB 234,250 (3% discount for annual payment)

Boarding fees

- Year 2 - Year 11: RMB 52,500 (across 3 terms) and RMB 50,000 (Annual payment)
- Year 12 - Year 13: RMB 73,500 (across 3 terms) and RMB 70,000 (Annual payment)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable either termly or annually. If a student starts mid‑term, fees must be paid on or before the first day of attendance and will be charged pro rata to the end of that term. The school issues standard invoices with payment dates; cash payments are not accepted.

Other costs

- School uniform and house sports kit (not included in tuition).
- Instrumental music lessons, external ECAs, external examination fees, residential trips and certain day‑meals for day students are charged separately (examples: breakfast RMB 35, dinner RMB 60, evening school RMB 100, weekend day RMB 100).

Refunds and withdrawal

- Application fee is non‑refundable. The enrolment deposit is refundable under the school's terms; the school requires three full calendar months' written notice for withdrawal and sets out timing for deposit reimbursement. The school may use the deposit to settle outstanding amounts.

Siblings discounts

- 5% discount on tuition fees (does not apply to boarding fees) are offered for 2nd and subsequent siblings

Fee payment options

- The school states that payment method details will be provided on invoices and asks parents to clearly identify the student when making payment. Cash is not accepted. Specific payment channels (bank transfer, card, etc.) are provided by the school with invoice instructions.

Boarding Arrangements

LEH Foshan offers day and boarding options. Boarding options include termly boarding, weekly boarding, flexi boarding, and support (ad-hoc) boarding. Boarders reside in separate boys' and girls' boarding houses in en-suite rooms, and Evening School runs Monday to Friday 7 pm–9 pm.

Uniform Requirement

The school requires a formal uniform. Y2-6 Summer Uniform includes shirt, tie, blazer, trousers or shorts, black ankle socks or grey school socks, and black polishable shoes; girls wear shirt, tie, blazer, skirt or summer dress with socks and black polishable shoes. Winter Uniform adds a wool pullover; items differ for boys and girls. Uniforms can be purchased from the online store.

Food Options

Meals are provided through Compass catering with nutrition standards and labels. A buffet breakfast is served from 07:15; lunch and dinner feature a mix of Asian and Western dishes; snacks are available in boarding houses; weekend boarders have brunch options and Sunday dinner. There are kitchenette areas in the boarding houses for drinks and snacks, and a Food Committee collects feedback.

House System

LEH Foshan has a four-house system: Dragon, Gryphon, Phoenix, Unicorn. Houses include mixed-year and mixed-gender cohorts, with cross-year mentorship, House Captains, and a House Points system to promote collaboration and leadership.

Governance and Ownership

The school is the Foshan campus of Lady Eleanor Holles International School Foshan, part of the LEH International School network. It is a COBIS Patron's Accredited Member School (April 2023).

Curriculum

LEH International School Foshan delivers a British-style programme from Prep through Sixth Form, organised as Prep (ages 6–10, Years 2–6), Key Stage 3 (ages 11–13, Years 7–9), IGCSE (ages 14–15, Years 10–11) and A Level (ages 16–18, Years 12–13). The Prep School follows a structured English-medium, English national-style curriculum for Years 2–6 with daily extracurricular time, leadership opportunities and an immersive English environment. Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) covers core subjects (English, mathematics, science and Chinese), humanities (history, geography), technology and creative arts (computer science, design & technology, art, music, drama), a modern language (Spanish), PE and PSHE. In Years 10–11 students follow the Cambridge IGCSE pathway: compulsory coverage of English, Chinese, mathematics and science plus non-exam core provision (PE, PSHE), and a choice of 3–4 elective IGCSE options such as art, computer science, design & technology, Spanish, geography, history, music, economics and business. For post-16 study LEH offers A Levels (students normally take three or more A Level subjects) with a broad subject list including English, languages, mathematics (and further maths), sciences, humanities, economics, business, arts, computer science and music. PE, PSHE and IELTS support are provided alongside university and careers guidance.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

LEH Foshan describes a structured pastoral system that uses tutors and a house/academy system to provide day-to-day pastoral care and build student belonging. The school states that PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic) learning and themed activities are used to teach emotional and social skills across age groups. A multi‑level pastoral team (tutors, house/academy leaders and a child‑protection team) is named as the first point of contact for students and families. The school says staff from classroom teachers to boarding staff share responsibility for pastoral care and run extracurricular activities that promote resilience and leadership.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

LEH Foshan states it provides learning‑support services and lists a Learning Support Director (Mrs Jenny Nelson) who holds an international SEND coordination qualification and extensive experience. The learning‑support page explains the school runs assessments (e.g., CAT4, reading and writing tests) and uses those results to identify needs and plan interventions. The school's safeguarding policy also notes attention to the specific safeguarding challenges faced by pupils with SEND. The website does not list a definitive public catalogue of the specific types of SEN (for example, particular diagnoses) that the school can or cannot support, nor does it describe being a specialist SEN institution. For details on precise SEN provision or limits the school asks families to contact admissions/learning support directly.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

LEH Foshan publishes a dedicated English‑language support provision: an EAL/English‑language coordinator (Mr Christopher Johnson), an English language specialist team, class‑based EAL support and targeted programmes. The school runs a pre‑term “Language Academy” week, phonics support in the preparatory phase, semester‑long intensives for Key Stage 3 and in‑class EAL support for Key Stage 4 and A‑Level students. It also integrates language learning across subjects (CLIL approaches), offers extracurricular language activities (school news, public speaking, creative writing) and uses LAMDA for spoken‑language confidence.

Mental Wellbeing

The school states an explicit commitment to positive mental‑health guidance and describes curriculum and activity‑based work to build self‑awareness and coping skills, including PSHE and targeted activities. The website says students can first seek support from tutors and the academy pastoral team and may be referred to the learning‑support department or an external professional counselling team when needed. Boarding staff are described as trained in student well‑being and provide daily routines and pastoral supervision for resident students. The school frames wellbeing as embedded across daily life rather than a single isolated service.

Safeguarding

LEH Foshan publishes a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (last reviewed 13 May 2025) that names a Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead (SDSL), Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and requires staff background checks and safeguarding training. The policy specifies the use of MyConcern for recording and reporting safeguarding incidents and sets out governance arrangements, legal frameworks referenced, and annual review procedures. The public policy states staff, contractors, visitors and parents share responsibility for child protection and that concerns about staff must be reported to the Headteacher or nominated governor. For full procedural detail the school directs readers to the published Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy on its website.

Safeguarding Policy

Admissions

1. Submit an application (online and documents):
Complete the online application (the school uses OpenApply at leh-foshan.openapply.cn) and pay the non‑refundable application fee (RMB 2,000). When you apply, upload the required documents: the student's passport and visa, birth certificate, vaccination record, recent school reports (last two years), a student photo, parents' passports/IDs and visas, health/medical records, and (for Years 10–12) a subject‑choice form and, for Years 12–13, any formal public‑exam certificates.

2. Assessment and interview (age‑appropriate):
After the school receives the application, they review it and if the selection criteria are met, the school will invite the child to an assessment and interview. Overseas applicants may be assessed and interviewed online. Assessments vary by year group: early years/Prep use play‑based activities and observation; Years 3–6 include NGRT reading and CAT4; Years 7–9 use CAT4 (and NGRT reading); Years 10–13 sit CAT4 plus subject tests chosen by the applicant. If the student's first language is not English, an Oxford Placement Test (OPT) may be required. If you think your child has special educational needs, flag this in the application so the Headteacher and Director of Learning Support can consider appropriate arrangements during assessment.

3. School decision:
Applications and assessment results are considered by the LEHF review committee; the school aims to notify parents of the outcome within five working days. The committee considers the documentation, assessment scores and interview performance together when making decisions; outcomes will reflect both academic fit and the school's capacity in the requested year group. If you have time‑sensitive circumstances (e.g., visa, relocation deadlines), note them to admissions so they can be considered in the timeline.

4. Offer, conditional offer, waitlist or decline:
Parents receive a clear written outcome by email: a confirmed offer, a conditional offer, placement on the waitlist, or a decline. A conditional offer will list the conditions to be met (for example, final documents or specific academic/English requirements). A confirmed offer will be followed by instructions about registration (the school holds a refundable registration guarantee deposit.

Scholarships

LEH Foshan runs scholarship and award programmes for Years 7–9 (KS3), Years 10–11 (KS4) and Years 12–13 (Sixth Form). The Prep years (early years) do not have formal scholarships, though the Headteacher may award prizes or rewards for exceptional talent. Scholarships are offered across several strands: academic, arts, music, sports and STEM. Awards are granted by the Head and successful candidates are expected to act as ambassadors for their specialist area and contribute to school life.

Waitlist

LEH Foshan does operate a waitlist (候补名单) as one of the possible outcomes parents may receive after application and assessment. If a place is not immediately available the school may place an applicant on the waitlist and notify parents by email.

View Full Profile

Utahloy International School Zengcheng

📚 Learning Basic 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees RMB 115,000 - 245,000

Pupils 200

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Utahloy International School Zengcheng (UISZ) opened in 2003 and is located in Zengcheng District of Guangzhou. The school provides the International Baccalaureate continuum (Early Years / PYP / MYP / DP) and also offers the Hong Kong DSE pathway in senior secondary. The UISZ website describes a lakeside campus near Guangzhou with dedicated innovation spaces and classroom facilities, and it highlights multilingual provision (including mother‑tongue support) alongside after‑school activities and boarding. The site lists contact details for Admissions and a dedicated Tuition & Fees page for the 2025–2026 year (the school's fees pages list fee categories but the site does not publish a simple, public “min–max” summary on the pages accessible to me).

Location

Utahloy International School Zengcheng (UISZ) is in Xiangshan Community, Zengliang Street, Zengcheng District, Guangzhou — the school's address is No.99 (also shown as No.957 in some older references) Guofeng 1st Street / Tashan Avenue, Zengcheng, postcode 511316. The campus sits in a large, lakeside/botanical setting in Sanjiang Town, about an hour from major cities in Guangdong and roughly two hours to Hong Kong by road, so commuting times can be significant depending on where you live.

Stages

UISZ runs a continuous programme from early years / kindergarten through to Year 12 (K–12). The school delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in primary, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in lower secondary, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in senior secondary; there is also an option to follow the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) in Years 11–12.

Type

The school is co-educational and offers both day-school places and a residential (boarding) programme; the boarding community is known as Dragon House. UISZ is run by the Utahloy Education Foundation and operates as an international, English-medium school in China.

Additional learning support

UISZ provides Student Support Services including English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL/EALL), Special Educational Needs (SEN) support, and counselling; the school describes itself as inclusive and aims to provide individualised support within its resources. The admissions guidance asks parents to declare diagnosed learning needs and supply supporting reports so the school can assess whether it can meet a child's needs.

Country affiliation

The school is based in Guangzhou, China, and is part of the Utahloy Education Foundation (UEF) group; it is not affiliated to a foreign government or single-country education system.

Religious affiliation

UISZ is secular (no religious affiliation).

School day structure

Lesson time generally starts in the early morning (school communications reference activities around 8:15–8:30) and the school day finishes in the mid‑afternoon (third‑party listings typically show finish times around 15:20–15:35). There are the usual morning break(s) and a lunch period; exact start/finish times and daily schedules vary by year group, so check with Admissions for the current term timetable.

Bus service

Utahloy operates an optional two‑way school-bus service that covers routes for Guangzhou and the surrounding districts (zones that include parts of Zengcheng), with licensed buses, drivers and bus assistants reported in school information. UISZ posts about regular bus safety drills, and the broader Utahloy schools use a bookings/management system (SchoolsBuddy) for routes and late‑bus arrangements — contact admissions/transport if your compound or neighbourhood is not listed, as new routes are sometimes added.

Application fee

- Application fee: RMB 2,000 (one-time, non-refundable / non-transferable when submitted with the application).

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts; day-student basis)

- Kindergarten 1 (age 3): RMB 115,000 per year (first year total RMB 117,000 including the one‑time application fee).
- Kindergarten 2 (age 4): RMB 115,000 per year.
- Kindergarten 3 (age 5): RMB 177,000 per year.
- Grade 1 (age 6): RMB 182,000 per year.
- Grade 2 (age 7): RMB 188,000 per year.
- Grade 3 (age 8): RMB 188,000 per year.
- Grade 4 (age 9): RMB 188,000 per year.
- Grade 5 (age 10): RMB 188,000 per year.
- Grade 6 (age 11): RMB 229,000 per year.
- Grade 7 (age 12): RMB 229,000 per year.
- Grade 8 (age 13): RMB 229,000 per year.
- Grade 9 (age 14): RMB 234,000 per year.
- Grade 10 (age 15): RMB 234,000 per year.
- Grade 11 (age 16): RMB 245,000 per year.
- Grade 12 (age 17): RMB 245,000 per year.

Per-term / semester information and what tuition includes

- The school operates two semesters per year. Tuition may be paid annually or by semester; where semester payments are offered they are billed by semester. A full‑year early payment discount has been published (example: a 5% discount for full‑year payment made by the school's stated deadline for that intake). Day tuition is published as inclusive of meals, textbooks, after‑school activities and a contribution towards field trips.

Boarding fees (when applicable)

- 5‑day boarding: RMB 18,500 per semester or RMB 37,000 per year.
- 7‑day boarding: RMB 23,200 per semester or RMB 46,400 per year.
- Flexi‑boarding daily rates (published): RMB 300 per day (weekdays) and RMB 400 per day (weekend) as an indicative rate for flexible boarding.

Transportation and additional levies

- School bus (optional): Day‑student flat rate RMB 12,500 per seat / year. Five‑day boarders travel home by zone; example zone annual rates: Zone 1 RMB 7,000; Zone 2 RMB 11,300; Zone 3 RMB 13,600. 7‑day boarders have a separate holiday rate listed (example RMB 4,500). The transport service is optional and partially subsidised by the school.

Other costs and typical extras

- Uniforms, examination fees, some specialist activities and some one‑off items are not included in the published tuition figures and are charged separately. School lists uniforms and certain exam/ancillary charges as additional to the tuition.

Sibling bursary / discounts

- A sibling bursary is published: a discount on basic tuition fees (excluding transport, boarding and additional fees) is applied to the second and subsequent concurrently enrolled children in the same family, subject to the school's payment and deadline conditions.

Refund information

- The application fee is stated as non‑refundable. No detailed public refund schedule for tuition or boarding cancellations is published on the fee summaries located by the school-directory sources consulted; parents should check the formal enrolment contract for the school's withdrawal/refund terms.

Fee payment options and billing

- The school's public fee pages and directory summaries show invoicing options (annual or semester billing) but do not list a detailed, published list of accepted payment channels. The admissions office issues invoices and payment instructions; contact details appear on the school site.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Utahloy Zengcheng describes Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) as part of its Student Support Services and says the school's counsellor delivers SEL content and life-skills education in the curriculum. The site refers to PSPE (personal, social, and physical education) lessons in primary and life-skills programmes in secondary that cover safeguarding and student awareness. The school states counselling is used to help students develop strategies to manage social and emotional challenges. Parents, teachers and specialists are described as collaborating through regular meetings to monitor social-emotional progress. (Sources: school Student Support Services and Counselling pages).

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school states it is an inclusive school and that its Learning Support provision supports students with social, emotional, behavioural or physical/medical needs. UISZ reports having an SEN coordinator who develops targeted interventions and uses measures such as small-group interventions and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) where needed. The site describes a multi-tiered Student Support Services model and collaboration with external experts when additional expertise is required. The school does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution; its materials describe mainstream inclusion within school resources rather than specialist-only provision. (Sources: Student Support Services and Counselling pages).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

UISZ publishes an EAL programme that uses an internationally recognised placement test on entry and organises English Language Acquisition into six phases (students may enter at any phase based on placement). The school provides three hours per week of Academic Skills classes to support academic language development and embeds grammar, vocabulary and cultural content in contextualised units. To maintain inclusion, the school combines differentiated instruction across subjects with a Structured English Immersion (SEI) model in Sciences and Humanities and focused small-group EAL lessons. The site also notes an EAL coordinator who designs immersive language programmes. (Source: EAL programme page; Student Support Services news).

Mental Wellbeing

The school states it offers confidential individual and group counselling delivered by a trained counsellor who consults with parents, teachers and administrators to support students' personal and social development. Counselling is presented as part of broader Student Support Services and is used to help students develop coping strategies and resilience. Year-level guidance and university/career counselling are also described for older students as part of pastoral provision. The school notes collaboration with external specialists when extra support is needed. (Sources: Counsellor & Learning Support Services page; Student Support Services news).

Safeguarding

UISZ publishes a Child Protection & Safeguarding page that says child welfare is the school's first priority and that its policy is aligned with PRC laws and international definitions (WHO, UNCRC referenced). The school lists safeguarding measures including a clear child protection policy, designated Child Protection Officers, a staff Code of Conduct, criminal background checks for staff and volunteers, a designated teacher response team, and annual staff training on child protection procedures. The site also describes PSPE and life-skills lessons aimed at helping students understand safeguarding issues and school procedures. Reporting procedures and cooperation with relevant authorities are cited as part of the school's responsibilities. (Source: Child Protection & Safeguarding page).

Admissions

1. Prepare to apply — Confirm eligibility and gather documents. UISZ accepts only students holding valid foreign passports or residents of Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan; children holding PRC passports are not eligible to enrol. Parents should assemble the required documents before starting the online application: passports and residency documentation for parents and the student, the student's birth certificate, a passport photo, at least two years of school reports (with verified English translations if needed), a recent vaccination record, and any learning‑support or medical reports if applicable. Having these ready avoids delays, because the Admissions Office requires uploads during the application and may not process incomplete submissions.

2. Submit the online application (OpenApply) and pay the application fee. Applications are submitted through the school's OpenApply portal; within the portal you will upload the documents listed above and request a confidential reference from the student's most recent teacher or principal (for Years 1–12). The non‑refundable application fee is RMB 2,000 and the school will not process the application without this payment; families who are currently outside mainland China may submit passport copies first and supply visa/residence permits later. Depending on the student's age and prior English experience, the school may require an English assessment as part of the application; after submission the Admissions Office schedules an interview with the Head of Division.

3. Admissions review — school assesses fit and capacity. Admission decisions are made by school leaders (Head of Division, Head of Admissions, and Head of School) based on whether the student can benefit from UISZ's programmes, the school's capacity to meet the student's needs, results of any assessments, references, and the availability of places. The school is inclusive and aims to support English Language Learners and students with mild learning needs, but may decline admission where it judges enrolment would not be in the best interests of the student or school (for example serious past disciplinary expulsions or lack of appropriate documentation). Parents should be prepared to provide clear academic records and, when relevant, detailed learning‑support documentation so the school can evaluate capacity to meet needs.

4. Admissions response and wait pool. After review you will receive a formal admissions response: an offer will be accompanied by an official enrolment letter and a debit note listing payment deadlines required to secure the place. If the year level applied for is full, UISZ may place the child in a wait pool (referred to on the site as a “wait pool”); if a space becomes available the Admissions Office will contact parents to discuss the enrollment timeline. If denied, the school will issue a formal letter explaining the reasons for refusal. Parents should act promptly on any debit note to secure a place and confirm timelines for deposit and tuition payment.

5. Confirm enrolment and pay tuition (timing, inclusions, and discounts). Tuition is charged either annually or by semester; day tuition is stated as inclusive of meals, textbooks, after‑school activities and a contribution towards field trips. UISZ's published tuition schedule includes specific per‑year/grade fees for the 2025–26 academic year and the school offers a 5% discount for full‑year payments made in advance before the specified deadline (May 1, 2025 for the 2025–26 schedule). Parents should review the exact annual or semester amounts for their child's year group (these are listed in the school's tuition charts) and check the payment deadlines on the enrolment debit note.

6. Boarding, transport, sibling bursary and other levies. Boarding is charged separately (rates shown for 5‑day and 7‑day boarding, plus daily flexi options); transportation is optional and charged by zone for day and 5‑day boarders (the transport levy is subsidised by the school). UISZ also publishes a sibling bursary that applies to the second and subsequent concurrently enrolled children (the bursary applies to basic tuition only and excludes boarding, transport and other fees). Parents planning boarding, school transport or multiple children at UISZ should budget for these additional fees and confirm exact amounts and payment schedules on the school's fee tables and the enrolment documents.

Scholarships

UISZ operates a time‑limited scholarship programme (published for the 2025–2026 academic year) with separate application windows and award types for current students and new starters. For current students the application period shown is May 1–May 31, 2025; for new starters it is May 1–July 31, 2025. Awards are given in categories such as Academic Excellence, Artistic Excellence, Athletic Excellence and Community Engagement; prize levels and quantities are published for IB (MYP/DP/PYP) and DSE programmes — examples from the 2025–26 announcement include first, second and third prizes with amounts such as RMB 60,000 (first prize for selected MYP/DP students), RMB 30,000 (second prize), and RMB 20,000 (third prize) for current students, and for new starters awards that can include half or full tuition fee awards or cash amounts depending on programme and prize ranking (the scholarship posters list programme‑specific prizes for IB and DSE). Applications require academic evidence (transcripts from the past two years), a personal statement, and shortlisted applicants will have a final student interview conducted in English; DP and MYP eligibility minimum averages are specified on the announcement (for example minimum average DP 4.5, MYP 5.0 as shown for the 2025–26 cycle). All awards published for 2025–26 are single‑year awards and subject to the school's interview and selection process. Parents should refer to the scholarship announcement and contact admissions@uiszc.org with questions or to confirm current scholarship availability and application deadlines in future years.

Waitlist

Yes — UISZ uses a wait pool system (the website refers to a “wait pool” rather than a formal numbered waitlist). When a year level has reached capacity, students who meet the admissions criteria may be placed in the wait pool for future consideration; the Admissions Office will contact parents if a space becomes available and discuss the enrolment timeline. Parents should note that placement in the wait pool does not guarantee a later offer, and the school's decision to offer a place will depend on capacity and the school's assessment of fit at the time a vacancy arises. For precise position or timing questions, contact admissions@uiszc.org or the Admissions Office directly.

View Full Profile

Guangzhou Grace Academy

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees RMB 98,000 - 118,000

Type Co-educational

Location

Guangzhou Grace Academy is located in the Nanpu / Panyu area of Guangzhou (Riverside Garden / Xinpu Nan Lu / JuShu Cun), with the school postal code listed as 511431. The campus is in the southern Panyu district — reachable by local road links and city buses, though specific metro/bus stops are not published in the school listings. For the most direct contact details see the school phone number listed below and the school website you provided.

Stages

Public directory listings describe Guangzhou Grace Academy as providing elementary through secondary education (primary and secondary levels) under the Accelerated Christian Education system; the school's graduates are reported to progress to universities abroad. Exact grade-by-grade breakdowns (for example K–12) are not listed in the directory summaries.

Type

Private, English-medium, co-educational Christian school operating as a day school; directory entries identify it with the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE/School of Tomorrow) family. There is no public indication in the directories that boarding facilities are offered.

Additional learning support

The school uses the ACE/School of Tomorrow approach, which includes individual diagnostic testing and individually prescribed learning paths (mastery-based PACEs) to pinpoint strengths and gaps and tailor student work. Directory descriptions note students are ‘individually diagnosed' and have tailored study plans; for specific SEN/ALN services or on-campus specialist provision, the school's admissions office should be asked directly.

Country affiliation

The school is not listed as formally affiliated with a foreign government; its instructional approach is the Accelerated Christian Education system (a US-origin curriculum/program used internationally).

Religious affiliation

Guangzhou Grace Academy is a Christian school and is identified in directories as part of the Accelerated Christian Education (Christian) network.

Application / enrolment fees
- One-time enrolment (registration) fee: RMB 5,000 (charged on first year of enrolment).

Tuition — annual and per-term equivalents by year group (published amounts)
- Kindergarten 2 (K2, age 4): Annual RMB 98,000 — per-term equivalent RMB 32,667.
- Kindergarten 3 (K3, age 5): Annual RMB 98,000 — per-term equivalent RMB 32,667.
- Grade 1 (age 6): Annual RMB 108,000 — per-term equivalent RMB 36,000.
- Grades 2–12 (ages 7–17): Annual RMB 118,000 — per-term equivalent RMB 39,333.

(Note: one directory lists Pre‑kindergarten at RMB 82,000 and gives primary/secondary ranges consistent with the figures above; different directories report slightly different published figures for early‑years, so the annual amounts above follow the school fee listing used by the directories cited.)

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School year: August to June. Fees are published as annual charges; the enrolment fee is a one‑time first‑year charge. Per-term figures above are shown as simple equal divisions of the annual figure for budgeting; the school's published amounts are presented on an annual basis.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an available option and directories show no full‑ or weekly‑boarding fees for Guangzhou Grace Academy (day‑school model). No annual boarding fee is stated.

Other costs / additional fees
- Transport (school bus) is indicated as a service offered; specific route or fee amounts are not published in the sources consulted.
- Uniforms, textbooks, examination or testing fees, activity / extracurricular charges and any incidental fees are not itemised with fixed amounts in the publicly listed fee summaries reviewed. Parents should budget separately for uniform, learning materials, school trips and optional activities.

Refunds / fee reduction information
- A published refund policy or specific terms for fee refunds (withdrawal, mid‑year departure, etc.) are not shown in the fee summaries consulted. Information on refunds or fee adjustments was not publicly itemised in the directories used.

Fee payment options
- The fee summaries reviewed do not list specific accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, etc.). The directories advise contacting the school for payment arrangements.

Summary note: The figures above reproduce the annual tuition amounts published in the school fee summaries held by independent international‑school directories; the enrolment fee and annual tuition per grade are given as stated, and per‑term numbers are shown as equal divisions of the annual amount for budgeting clarity where parents request per‑term equivalents.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Guangzhou Grace Academy teaches the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum and describes a structured personal-development programme that includes Personal Development Plans (PDPs), family groups, daily devotions/Prime Time, and quarterly character-trait themes (e.g., self-control, responsibility) to develop self-awareness and interpersonal skills. The school's curriculum documentation states students receive individualized diagnosis and tailored study plans, and afternoon classes focus on character, leadership and service. These curriculum elements are presented as part of the school's approach to student development rather than as a separate ‘SEL department' or externally branded SEL programme. Public materials examined do not name specific staff roles (for example, a dedicated SEL coordinator) responsible for SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Public information for Guangzhou Grace Academy indicates the school offers Learning Support and uses diagnostic testing to identify students' performance levels so programmes can be tailored to individual needs. The international school database lists “Learning Support” and notes dedicated staff/programmes for students with special learning needs, and the school's ACE-based approach emphasises individualised PACEs and adjustments in Personal Development Plans. Available public sources do not specify which categories of special educational needs (for example, specific learning difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, or physical disabilities) the school will support, nor do they describe specialist SEN facilities. There is no indication in the publicly available materials that GGA is a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Third‑party school listings report that Guangzhou Grace Academy provides an English as a Second Language (ESL/EAL) programme described as age- and level‑appropriate, with extra ESL support available for students who need it; Chinese language classes are also offered. The school's public profile notes English is the language of instruction and that new students take diagnostic tests to determine appropriate placement. Public materials reviewed do not provide detailed descriptions of the EAL curriculum, staffing levels for EAL, or assessment procedures beyond the summary statements on ESL support.

Mental Wellbeing

The school's curriculum documentation emphasises personal and character development—self‑awareness, spiritual awareness and awareness of others—through PDPs, family groups, devotions and themed character work, which are presented as part of students' holistic development. These curriculum elements indicate an intention to support students' personal and social development, but the publicly available materials do not identify named mental‑health or school‑counselling staff, nor do they describe specific clinical or therapeutic wellbeing programmes. Therefore, there is no public evidence of a dedicated counselling service or detailed mental‑health provision in the sources consulted.

Admissions

1. Confirm eligibility and basic records. Guangzhou Grace Academy (listed officially as Guangzhou恩慧/Guangzhou Grace Academy) is registered as an "外籍人员子女学校" and states its招生对象 (admissions target) as children of foreign nationals residing in Guangdong—parents should check that their child's passport/visa/residence status meets that requirement before applying. Keep a clear copy of the child's passport, parents' passports and residence/visa documents ready because the school and local authorities normally require them for enrollment verification.

2. Contact the school and request current admissions materials. Start by contacting the school (their official website is listed but some third‑party directories note the school has not verified contact details; if the website is unreachable, ask for the admissions office phone or email and confirm application deadlines, required forms and the latest fee schedule). When you make first contact, ask for an application form, the exact list of required documents (medical/immunization record, passport copies, previous school reports) and whether there are specific submission windows.

3. Complete the application and pay any application/enrolment fees. The school publishes one‑time enrollment fees and annual tuition on public directories (example figures are an enrolment fee around ¥5,000 and annual tuition shown in third‑party listings between about ¥98,000 and ¥118,000 depending on grade); parents should confirm the current amounts and whether the enrolment fee is refundable before paying. Expect to submit the signed application, copies of identity documents, recent school reports or transcripts (if applicable), and any school‑requested health/immunization records.

4. Arrange and attend entry/diagnostic testing and interview. Guangzhou Grace Academy uses diagnostic tests for new students to determine appropriate placement and to identify areas needing support; these tests typically cover English and core academic subjects and may be followed by a short interview with school staff. If English is not your child's first language, ask in advance about ESL support and whether the school provides a language assessment separate from the subject diagnostics. Knowing the format (paper, online or in‑person) and the content of the placement tests ahead of time will help you prepare and schedule travel if testing must be done on campus.

5. Receive offer, review contract and pay tuition deposit. If the school offers a place, you should receive a written acceptance or offer letter with a deadline for confirming enrollment and paying any required deposit or first instalment. Carefully review the enrollment contract for the tuition payment schedule, withdrawal/refund rules, and any additional fees (uniforms, books, transport, meals and extracurriculars), and ask for these policies in writing. Keep proof of payment and the signed contract; international schools in Guangzhou often require these documents when issuing any school‑related permits or confirmations.

6. Complete post‑acceptance administrative steps. After confirmation and payment, the school will typically provide information on uniforms, school start dates, transport (school bus) and orientation; if you need a student visa/supporting letters for government purposes, ask the admissions office what they will provide and what you must handle with local authorities. Also confirm deadlines for immunization records and any parent/guardian notarization or local residency documents that the school requires for enrollment. Finally, schedule the first day logistics (transport, lunches, and any parent orientation) so your child has a smooth start.

7. If you have special circumstances, discuss them early. If your child needs learning‑support services, medical accommodations, or if your family's visa/permit situation is complex, notify admissions before applying so the school can confirm whether they can meet those needs and what documentation will be required. Policies and available services can differ between schools and may change, so get commitments in writing where possible. If anything about the school's published information is unclear (for example, conflicting fee figures), ask the admissions office to confirm the exact terms applicable to your child's year and grade.

View Full Profile

International School of Dongguan

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 17 years

Fees RMB 126,000 - 233,600

Pupils 400

Type Co-educational

The International School of Dongguan (ISD) is an English-medium, co-educational day school located at 11 Jin Feng Nan Road in Nancheng District, Dongguan. ISD opened on 16 August 2012 and currently teaches from Early Childhood (Pre‑K) through Grade 12; the school is WASC‑accredited and an authorized IB Diploma Programme school that is pursuing the full IB continuum. The campus occupies a purpose-built site with facilities for arts, sciences, sports and a Maker Space (robotics, laser cutter and 3D printer); ISD also lists a dedicated indoor basketball court and outdoor sports pitches and courts. Tuition for 2025–2026 (single‑payment annual rates on the school's published fee schedule) ranges from RMB 126,000 (Pre‑K / JK band) up to RMB 233,600 (Grades 9–12). (All items above are taken from ISD's own website and the school's 2025–2026 Tuition & Fees document.)

Location

ISD is located at 11 Jin Feng Nan Road in Nancheng District, Dongguan — roughly midway between Shenzhen and Guangzhou, in the city centre area of Dongguan. The campus is a purpose-built international campus with sports and arts facilities; public buses and the Dongguan Metro (Line 2) serve the area nearby.

Stages

ISD serves Early Childhood (Pre‑K through Senior Kindergarten), Elementary (Grade 1–5) and Secondary (Grade 6–12). The school offers the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12.

Type

ISD is a co‑educational day school; the campus and public materials describe it as a day school rather than a boarding school. The school was established in 2012 and presents itself as an international school operating in China.

Additional learning support

ISD runs an English Language Learners (ELL) program to support students for whom English is not a first language, and core classes include English language goals alongside content goals. Secondary‑school pages note differentiated instruction and co‑teaching models; the counseling team provides academic, social and emotional support for students. For specifics about individual education plans or intensive SEN provision, the admissions office is the best contact.

Country affiliation

The school does not list an affiliation to a particular country; it operates as an international school in China and references an American Core Standards curriculum alongside its IB Diploma Programme authorization.

Religious affiliation

There is no religious affiliation stated on the school website; ISD presents itself as a secular international school.

School day structure

ISD publishes an annual school calendar (term dates, holidays and PD days) but the public site does not publish a detailed, level‑by‑level daily timetable for student start/end times and break/lunch periods. The school does schedule campus visits and tours Monday–Friday (noted as 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for tour appointments); contact admissions for the current daily schedule for each age group.

Bus service

The school website does not publish a clear school‑run bus/shuttle schedule. There are public bus routes and nearby stops within walking distance and Metro Line 2 stations serving the area (local transit apps list routes such as 12, 219, X11, 快线16 and 79 near the campus). For any school‑arranged transport (school buses or private shuttles), contact the admissions office — they can confirm available routes, pickup points and safety arrangements.

Application fees

- Non-refundable application fee: RMB 2,000 for Pre‑K to SK; RMB 3,000 for Grades 1–12. Paid in cash to complete the application.

Tuition fees (payment options shown per grade band)

- Grade 9–12: Per semester RMB 122,600; Single (annual) payment RMB 233,600.
- Grade 6–8: Per semester RMB 117,200; Single (annual) payment RMB 223,300.
- SK–Grade 5: Per semester RMB 110,800; Single (annual) payment RMB 211,000.
- Pre‑K–JK: Per semester RMB 66,000; Single (annual) payment RMB 126,000.

- Tuition includes: all text and resource materials, library/database memberships, high‑speed/wireless internet access, one PE uniform set, teacher‑led after‑school activities, sports/fitness facility access and annual maintenance.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- School issues tuition billing by email at least one week before each tuition payment due date. Fees may be paid by wire transfer or bank card. Wire transfer details and invoice information are handled by ISD Accounting (accounting@i‑s‑d.org). All bank charges are borne by the payer. Parents must include student name and grade on transfer instructions and email proof of transfer to the Accounting Office.
- Payment plans offered: Annual single payment or two‑installment semester plan. Invoices specify the exact due dates. Late payment administrative charge of RMB 100 per day applies from the first day after the invoice due date; records are held after 20 days and the student may be suspended after 30 days of non‑payment.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable: ISD operates as a day school. (No boarding program/boarding fees.)

Other costs and fees

- English Language Learner assessment: initial test included in application fee; each additional retake RMB 500.
- School bus (transportation) fee and lunch/meal plan are charged separately; specific rates are announced each year. Additional uniform items are available via the ISD uniform online store (tuition includes one PE set).

Refund and withdrawal

- Withdrawal must be submitted in writing to Admissions. A Withdrawal Administration Fee of RMB 20,000 applies. The policy uses a decreasing‑refund rule (a 10% reduction of refundable tuition for each successive month of enrollment after the school year begins) and provides specific examples of refund timing and amounts in the school's tuition and fees policy. Note: some time‑period examples and percentages are set out in the fees document; parents should follow the written withdrawal procedure to trigger refund calculations.

Payment options summary

- Accepted: Wire transfer (bank transfer) and bank card. Bank transfer fees charged to the payer; proof of payment must be emailed to ISD Accounting.

Boarding Arrangements

ISD offers a boarding program launched in 2024. The dormitory provides hotel-standard bedrooms for 2–3 students with ensuite washrooms and study desks, and includes facilities such as a fitness center and a dance/yoga studio; boarders share common spaces and laundry, and have access to the school's gymnasium, canteen, and sports facilities.

Uniform Requirement

ISD has a school uniform. The uniform is designed by ISD high school students and chosen by the student body; clothing must be modest, neat, and clean; clothing must be of solid color and free of advertisements or symbols for alcohol, tobacco, or drugs. Hats are permitted during athletic activities; bandanas are not considered hats.

Food Options

The school has a canteen on campus.

House System

ISD uses a four-house system in the House League: Pi Xiu, Dragon, Phoenix, and Bi Xi. Students participate in mixed-age house teams and earn points throughout the year, leading to a year-end trophy.

Governance and Ownership

ISD is governed by ISD Education. It is a Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accredited school and an IB World School, and it is a member of ACAMIS and EARCOS.

Curriculum

ISD serves Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 as a coeducational day school. English is the language of instruction. The curriculum combines an American Core Standard Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. ISD is an IB World School authorized to deliver the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The teacher–student ratio is 1:5 and the school offers 90+ extracurricular options. ISD graduates have progressed to universities around the world.

Student Teacher Ratio

The teacher–student ratio is 1:5.

Exam Results

ISD graduates study at some of the world's most prestigious colleges and universities. The first cohort of IB graduates completed in 2017. ISD is an IB World School.

Higher Education Progression

ISD graduates pursue higher education at universities around the world. The first IB graduates were in 2017. ISD is an IB World School with authorization to deliver the Diploma Programme. ISD prepares students for higher education through an American core curriculum and the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12.

Gifted and Talented

ISD offers 90+ extracurricular options. The campus supports House League, After School Activities, Athletics, Creativities and Week Without Walls. The Maker Space includes robotics, a laser cutter and a 3D printer.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ISD provides support for students' social and emotional development through a Secondary Counseling Team that supports social, emotional, and academic wellbeing. ISD's Advisory is held twice weekly for all students, with topics that include growth mindset, stress management, and kindness. The Elementary and Secondary Counseling Teams have hosted a Bully Prevention Week to address cyberbullying and related issues.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

ISD recognizes that many students come from backgrounds where English is not their first language. The staff provide support to attain English language proficiency. Core classes have English language goals as well as content goals to aid language development.

Mental Wellbeing

The Secondary Counseling Team supports students' social, emotional, and academic wellbeing. Advisory is held twice a week, and individual appointments are available during school hours. The Elementary and Secondary Counseling Teams hosted Bully Prevention Week to promote wellbeing and kindness.

Admissions

1. Schedule a campus tour. ISD invites prospective families to schedule a campus tour to learn about the curriculum, facilities, and community. Campus tours run Monday to Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., and an appointment is encouraged before you visit. 2. Start your application. Submit your application through our paperless admissions system using the Apply link. The admissions page directs you to start the online application and provides contact details for questions. 3. Admissions support. The admissions team provides guidance during the application process and can arrange campus tours as needed. 4. Transfer options and trial classes. For the 2025-2026 admissions season, ISD offers trial classes; prospective students can start the online application by scanning the QR code. Transfer students are welcome for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years, and ISD invites families to visit the campus for a closer look. Ready to get started? Contact ISD admissions for more information.

Scholarships

ISD offers a Merit-Based Scholarship Program. Details on eligibility and the application process are published by ISD. For inquiries, contact the admissions office.

View Full Profile

ISA Tianhe International School

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Ages 2 - 11 years

Fees RMB 173,000 - 187,000

Type Co-educational

ISA Tianhe International School of Guangzhou is an IB World School located in Zhujiang New Town (the Guangzhou CBD) that accepts children aged 2–11. The school combines the International Baccalaureate framework with UK National Curriculum standards and runs a Chinese language programme plus a Mother Tongue programme. ISA Tianhe offers Early Years and Primary years; its published class-size maxima are 20 for Early Years and 25 for Primary. The school lists more than 50 co-curricular clubs (sports, arts, STEAM and academic clubs) and operates multiple school-bus routes serving Guangzhou. ISA Tianhe is named on the site as an IGCSE test centre and holds authorisations within the IB continuum; the site also describes EAL support and differentiated Chinese instruction. Beth Jones is listed as Head of School. For admissions, fees and specific enrolment details the school directs parents to the admissions pages and the admissions email on the website.

Location

Address: Block C2-2 Redtory, No.128 Siheng Road (Yuan Village), Tianhe District, Guangzhou — the school is located in the Zhujiang New Town / Tianhe CBD area (Redtory creative-park campus). It is in the city centre with road and public-transport links into the Zhujiang New Town district; the Redtory area is within walking distance of Yuancun metro (Line 5) and several bus routes.

Stages

ISA Tianhe enrols early years and primary pupils — the school accepts children aged about 2 to 11 (EY1–EY4 and Years 1–5). The school describes its programme as Early Years through Primary and delivers IB-aligned primary programmes.

Type

ISA Tianhe is a co‑educational day school (no boarding provision is advertised). It is part of the ISA International Education Group and operates as an international school located in Guangzhou.

Additional learning support

The ISA group follows an Access & Inclusion / learning‑support approach and ISA schools publish tiered learning‑support arrangements (screening, in‑class differentiation, small‑group or individualized plans) in line with IB inclusion guidance; ISA Wuhan's Access & Inclusion policy describes this approach as used within the ISA group. ISA Tianhe's website does not detail a full SEN handbook online, so parents should speak with admissions about specific provisions, assessment and any individual plans.

Country affiliation

The school is an international school in China and a member of the ISA International Education Group; it is not affiliated with a single foreign national school system.

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is stated on the school website; the school presents itself as a secular international school.

School day structure

The school website describes curriculum and school life but does not publish a standard daily start/end timetable for all year groups. For exact hours, drop‑off/pick‑up windows and break/lunch arrangements, contact the admissions office or request the parent handbook.

Application fee

- Non‑refundable application fee: RMB 1,500.

Tuition fees by year group (annual)

- Nursery 2 (age 2): RMB 166,000 per year.
- Kindergarten / Early Years (Kindg.1 / age 3; Kindg.2 / age 4; Kindg.3 / age 5): RMB 173,000 per year.
- Grade 1 to Grade 5 (age 6–10): RMB 187,000 per year.

Per‑term amounts (calculated)

- The school publishes annual tuition amounts; the following per‑term figures are calculated by dividing each published annual fee by three to give a termly figure (calculation noted as an inference from the published annual rates).
- Nursery 2: RMB 55,333 per term (approx.).
- Kindergarten (Kindg.1–3): RMB 57,667 per term (approx.).
- Grades 1–5: RMB 62,333 per term (approx.).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's publicly available materials list the application fee and the annual tuition levels above, but a specific, detailed public statement of the regular billing schedule (for example: annual vs. termly invoicing, instalment deadlines, late‑payment penalties, or mandatory seat‑deposit amounts for guaranteed places) was not located in the school pages and fee summaries reviewed.

Boarding fees

- ISA Tianhe operates as a day school for ages 2–11; no boarding fees are indicated for this campus.

Other costs / typical additional charges (items found in school or programme notices)

- Summer‑school specific items (separate to regular tuition): lunch for summer school listed at RMB 250 per week; summer‑school transport indicated around RMB 300–400 per week (weekly rates shown on the school summer programme pages). These are programme‑specific charges and not the regular annual tuition.
- No specific published amounts for regular school items such as uniform costs, textbook/technology fees, elective or co‑curricular fees, or school‑bus annual fees were found in the publicly available fee summaries reviewed.

Refund information

- A refund window and deadline are shown for the 2025 summer‑school programme (refunds permitted only before 18 June 2025 for that programme). A clear, itemised refund policy for regular enrolment tuition or deposits was not found in the public fee material reviewed.

Fee payment options

- No explicit, itemised list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, Alipay, WeChat Pay, etc.) for regular tuition was located in the public fee summaries consulted. The school's admissions contact details are published for payment queries.

Summary of sources and limitations of publicly available information

- Published annual tuition levels and the non‑refundable application fee are available in school fee summaries and third‑party school directories; these were used for the figures above. The school's public materials and the fee summaries reviewed do not include a detailed, public billing schedule, a complete list of routine additional fees (uniform, bus, technology, etc.) with amounts, nor a full statement of regular refund or payment‑method policies. Where per‑term figures are shown above, they are calculated approximations derived from the published annual tuition (annual ÷ 3) and are explicitly presented as such.

Curriculum

The school is an IB World School with authorization for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The education system fuses the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme with UK National Curriculum standards and outcomes. It emphasizes inquiry-based teaching and holistic education. It includes an outstanding Chinese language programme, a Mother Tongue programme, and a Co-curriculum. ISA Tianhe serves students from early years to primary (ages 2–11) and enrolls children from over 30 countries. It is designated as an IGCSE examination centre and houses a LAMDA centre for drama.

Exam Results

The school is an IB World School with authorization for PYP and MYP. It is a designated IGCSE examination centre and hosts a LAMDA centre. The school has earned recognitions including Hurun Education Top 20 International Schools in China (2020) and New Insight International School of the Year (2020). Students have participated in the American Math Olympiad (AMO), with medals earned by ISA Tianhe students.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school fosters a multicultural community that emphasizes holistic development across intellectual, physical, emotional, and social growth.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides an integrated education model with language and curriculum supports; specifics on SEN provision are not listed here.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers an English-medium international education within its IB framework; explicit EAL programmes are not detailed here.

Mental Wellbeing

The school emphasizes well-being as part of its holistic education approach within a caring learning environment.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding policies and protective measures are part of the school's commitment to a safe learning environment.

View Full Profile

QSI International School of Dongguan

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupils 255

Type Co-educational

QSI International School of Dongguan (QSID) was founded in August 2004 and serves Preschool through Secondary students; the school's listed campus address is No. 8, Yuwu Commercial Street in Dongcheng District, Dongguan. QSID uses the QSI (mastery learning) curriculum implemented worldwide and describes its Secondary program as aligned with the U.S. Common Core; the Secondary program page also notes an Advanced Placement (AP) offering. The school's public pages list student enrolment figures on different pages (the homepage states “over 255 students,” while the Admissions Quick Facts lists 200), so you may wish to confirm current numbers with Admissions. QSID publishes information about its Chinese language program (Mandarin) with HSK preparation and a schedule of extracurriculars including athletics and a range of student clubs (Student Council, MUN, Beta Club, Mathematics Club, Chess, Yearbook, etc.).

Location

No. 8, Yuwu Commercial Street, Dongcheng District, Dongguan — the campus is in the Dongcheng area across from Liuhua Park and is close to the Liuhua Park metro stop, making it reasonably accessible by public transport and local taxis. (Address and campus location on the school website).

Stages

The school offers programs from Preschool through Secondary (preschool, elementary, middle school and secondary levels). Age-based placement is used across the programs.

Type

QSI Dongguan is a nonprofit, English-language international day school that is U.S.-accredited (operating under the QSI network's curriculum and accreditation). The school is co-educational and there is no mention of boarding facilities.

Additional learning support

The school runs an Intensive English program for students needing extra English-language support and lists counseling services and an on-site nurse as part of student services. A third‑party school directory also notes a Learning Resource/learning‑support role for students with special learning needs; families should contact the school directly to discuss specific SEN provisions and whether the school can meet an individual child's needs.

Country affiliation

The school is part of Quality Schools International (an international nonprofit school network) and follows a U.S.-accredited, English-language program; it is not listed as being affiliated with any single national embassy or church.

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is stated on the school website; the school presents itself as a secular international school.

School day structure

School hours: Preschool (2–4 year olds) can be half‑day (8:30 AM–12:30 PM) or full‑day (8:30 AM–2:45 PM); for 5‑year‑old classes through Secondary IV the full day runs 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. (Refer to the school's published school hours for exact timing and any program-specific variations).

Bus service

QSI Dongguan offers daily school‑bus transportation with scheduled pick‑ups from a number of neighbourhoods and apartment complexes (examples listed include Dongcheng areas such as Dynatown, New World Garden, Wanda Mansion, plus Houjie, Nancheng and Songshan Lake stops). The school names a Transportation Coordinator for enquiries and asks families to contact the school for route details and availability.

Application fees
- The school does not publish a specific, public one-time application or registration fee amount for new students on its public admissions pages.

Tuition fees by year / term
- QSI International School of Dongguan does not publish a detailed tuition schedule (per term or per academic year, by grade) on the school's public pages. No per‑grade, per‑term or annual tuition figures appear on the admissions or main school pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A published, school‑wide billing schedule and the specific payment terms for regular tuition (for example: number of terms, due dates, deposits or late‑payment penalties) are not available on the school's public admissions information. The online admissions area includes an application portal link for starting applications.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school is described as a day school (Coeducational Day) and there is no published boarding programme or boarding fee schedule for QSI Dongguan. Therefore boarding fees do not apply.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, books, transport, lunch, extracurriculars)
- Specific amounts for uniforms, textbooks, transport, lunch plans, extracurricular programme fees or capital/capital‑levy fees are not published on the school's public pages. Summer‑school programme payments are handled in cash per the summer programme policy.

Refund information
- No public, itemised refund policy for application fees, deposits or tuition refunds is published on the Dongguan admissions pages.

Fee payment options
- The school's summer programme page states payments for that programme must be made in cash; no comprehensive list of regular‑tuition payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) is published on the school's public admissions or main pages.

Summary of what was found and what is missing: the school website and public admissions pages provide contact and application links but do not publish detailed amounts for application fees, per‑grade tuition (per term or per year), billing schedule, refund policy, or regular payment methods. Available published items include the summer school cash‑payment policy and the school's contact details.

Curriculum

QSI International School of Dongguan follows QSI's mastery-learning approach and an American-style curriculum that is reviewed on a seven-year cycle and aligned with the U.S. Common Core State Standards. Preschool (ages 2–4) is a developmentally appropriate, play-related program with specialist classes (music, computers, art, physical education, Chinese), daily routines and growth reports issued three times per year. Elementary (Kindergarten/5‑year‑old and ages 6–11) covers Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science, Cultural Studies, Art, Music, PE and integrated technology; Mandarin is taught as a foreign language and status reports are issued five times per year. Middle School (ages 11–13) provides Mathematics, Literature/Writing, Science, Cultural Studies/History, Technology, Art, Music and PE, with Mandarin (and French) as foreign languages and unit-based crediting to prepare students for Secondary. Secondary (ages 14–18, Secondary I–IV) is a full secondary program offering math, laboratory sciences, world cultural studies/history, world literature/English, art, music, PE, Mandarin and French; students follow an eight-class schedule, may take Advanced Placement (AP) courses and sit SAT/AP exams on campus. Graduation qualifications offered are: General Diploma (220 credits), Academic Diploma (240 credits) and Academic with Honors (240 credits plus completion of at least two AP courses); the school lists AP offerings such as AP Art, Economics, English, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology and History.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

QSI Dongguan provides school-wide social and emotional support through its on-site counseling service; the school states that Ms. Allison Levine (American certified counselor) serves students aged 2–18 and runs both individual and group programs. Elementary and middle-school students may be placed in small counseling groups for character-building, self-care, and peer-relationship work, while middle and secondary students have weekly open groups (e.g., boys' and girls' groups, young men's/women's groups) and advisory time for social/emotional follow-up. The secondary program also includes academic advising and college/career counseling coordinated by the counselor. QSI's Success Orientations (trustworthiness, responsibility, concern for others, etc.) are taught and evaluated separately from academic outcomes and are integrated into school practice. These details are published on the school's Counseling and Success Orientations pages.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school's publicly available pages and its Parent & Student Handbook describe supports such as advisory time and individualized academic placement but do not provide a dedicated statement of special educational needs (SEN) or a published Learning Support team for QSI Dongguan. The Parent & Student Handbook and Student Services pages outline advisory, placement, and referral processes but do not specify the types or levels of special needs the school can formally support. Therefore, QSI Dongguan does not appear to publicly disclose a detailed SEN policy or the specific kinds of SEN it can accommodate on its website. For clarification about individual cases, the handbook directs families to contact school leadership (Director of Instruction / Director).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

QSI Dongguan operates a formal Intensive English program for students whose English fluency is below what is needed for mainstream classes; the program uses smaller classes and a higher teacher-to-student ratio to accelerate fluency and comprehension. The school names an Intensive English Coordinator (Velma Coccellato) and lists assessment tools used for placement and monitoring, including STAR Early Literacy, Fountas & Pinnell, MAP, and writing samples. The stated goal is to move students into a full mainstream schedule as quickly as appropriate, with progress tracked by those assessments. Information about placement, program structure, coordinator name, and assessment tools is published on the school's Intensive English page and in the Parent & Student Handbook.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing support is provided through the school counselor's individual and group counseling services, regular middle- and secondary-school group sessions, and weekly advisory time where student welfare is reviewed. The Child Protection and Health & Safety information notes an on-site health clinic with a certified nurse and campus security measures that contribute to student wellbeing and safety. The Parent & Student Handbook describes the advisory system and lines of communication (teacher → Director of Instruction → Director) for raising concerns about a student's wellbeing. The school's published pages make clear that counseling, advisory time, nurse services, and health/safety procedures form the primary documented avenues for supporting student mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding

QSI Dongguan publishes a Child Protection page that links to a Child Protection Policy & Handbook and states the school adheres to CEESA safeguarding commitments; the page affirms that safeguarding and child protection are priorities and that the school implements prevention and intervention practices. The site describes measures including regular on-site training, safe recruitment practices, educating students and adults on child protection, campus ID-card entry and visitor sign-in, and an on-site health clinic. The Child Protection page and the linked handbook are the school's primary public sources for its safeguarding policies and procedures. For the full policy text and reporting procedures the school refers readers to the Child Protection Policy & Handbook linked on that page.

Admissions

1. The school encourages early enquiries because spaces are limited and applications are accepted year‑round. Parents should have the child's passport and basic school history ready when they call or email.

2. Start the online application — Families begin by completing the online application (OpenApply) linked from the school site. The OpenApply application portal is where you upload required documents and submit the initial application; registering an account ahead of time will speed the process. Expect to be asked for basic family, emergency contact, and previous-school information on the form.

3. Gather and submit required documents — The school requests a student passport, parent/guardian passport copies (one copy per child if applicable), school records/transcripts from the previous two years (with English translations if necessary), and an immunization record. For applicants from Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan, the portal notes that travel permits are accepted but Hong Kong/Macau ID cards are not. Have certified translations and up‑to‑date immunization records available before you upload.

4. Pay the non‑refundable application fee — After the school receives and reviews your submission, there is a one‑time, non‑refundable application fee of RMB 2,200 (listed on the OpenApply portal). Keep the receipt and confirmation email—this verifies your application has entered the formal admissions queue. Ask the admissions officer where and how to pay if you do not see an automated payment option in the portal.

5. Admissions testing and interview — Placement testing is used to determine appropriate grade-level or course placement. For students aged 6 and up QSI uses the NWEA MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) computerized adaptive tests (Reading, Mathematics, Language Usage), plus a written essay and an interview; other placement or subject tests may be given as needed. For younger students (preschool/elementary) the school describes age-based placement but will still assess literacy and numeracy to place students at the correct achievement level. Parents should prepare their child for a short interview and a writing sample if applicable, and allow time for testing appointments.

6. Review of records, placement decisions, and possible additional testing — The school requests transcripts to inform placement but notes that transcripts alone may not show mastery; they may administer unit tests for credit or additional assessments if a student's prior learning suggests a different placement. Secondary placement is also tied to credits (e.g., fewer than 50 credits = Secondary I; 50+ = Secondary II, etc.), so older students should provide full transcripts and course descriptions where possible. If your child has special educational needs, the school asks for evaluations or IEPs so it can assess whether it can meet those needs; some students with moderate-to-severe needs may be declined if appropriate programs cannot be provided.

7. Offer, deposit and enrolment — If an offer is made the school will issue an acceptance and instructions to secure the place. The Dongguan site and OpenApply state the application fee is non‑refundable, but the school's public pages do not publish a standard acceptance deposit amount or a full fee schedule—parents should request the fee schedule, deposit amount, payment deadlines, and refund policy from admissions before accepting. For current contact and to request tuition/fee details, use the OpenApply contact and the school contact email.

8. Pre‑start requirements and orientation — After the deposit/payment and paperwork are complete, the school will confirm start dates and any orientation arrangements. Ensure immunization records, any medicine/health plans, and emergency contact information are submitted in advance. Ask about bus routes, lunch program options, school calendar (term start/end dates), and family orientation sessions so your child's first days are prepared.

Scholarships

QSI Dongguan's public pages and the OpenApply admissions portal do not list a scholarships or financial‑aid program for the Dongguan campus. Some other QSI campuses publish scholarship policies (for example, scholarship pages exist for other QSI schools such as Bishkek and Zhuhai), which shows that scholarship practice varies by campus and is often administered locally by an advisory board or school committee. If you wish to explore financial assistance, contact QSI Dongguan admissions directly (dongguan@qsi.org or jenny-rong@dongguan.qsi.org) to ask whether any campus-specific scholarships, fee concessions, or hardship funds exist, and what documentation or timelines would apply. If you prefer, ask whether the broader QSI organization offers any centrally managed financial‑aid programs that could apply to Dongguan.

Waitlist

QSI Dongguan's published admissions information does not describe a formal, published waitlist process. The OpenApply admissions notes that applications are accepted throughout the year but recommends applying “sooner rather than later due to limited space,” which indicates capacity constraints may affect timing and offer decisions. Because the school site does not spell out a waitlist/pooling procedure, parents should explicitly ask admissions whether a waiting list is used, how long it typically lasts, whether offers are made from the list by age/grade/application date, and what (if any) fees or deposits are required to hold a future place. For transparency, request the school's current vacancy status for your child's grade when you apply.

View Full Profile