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IB Curriculum International Schools in Hangzhou, China

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About international schools in Hangzhou, China

Hangzhou’s IB international schools are a small but visible group offering one or more IB programmes (Primary Years, Middle Years and/or Diploma) alongside strong Mandarin provision or bilingual tracks at several campuses. Instruction is usually delivered in English, with Chinese language and culture taught as a core element rather than an optional extra, and some schools combine IB frameworks with elements of British or national curricula. Published fee schedules vary widely by provider and year group; recent publicly available schedules and school listings show annual tuition from the mid-hundreds of thousands of RMB for some primary years to closer to RMB 300,000 or more in senior years at certain independent campuses, with meals, transport and other charges usually extra. Admissions are often handled year-round but many popular schools run assessments and offer places several months before term starts; families should also check passport and local-permit rules because several international campuses prioritise foreign passport holders or require special permission for mainland Chinese nationals to enrol.

Compare 4 IB Curriculum international schools in Hangzhou, China. Filter by curriculum, fees (average RMB 199,375), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 4 schools · avg fee RMB 199,375
Schools listed
4
Curricula
9
Average annual fee
RMB 199,375
Fee range
RMB 120,000 – 275,000
Most common curriculum
IB (PYP) (3 schools)
Average school size
105 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Wahaha International School
Oldest
Hangzhou International School (2002)
With boarding
2

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FAQs for China

Which IB programmes are usually offered and what ages do they cover?
Most IB schools in Hangzhou are authorised to offer one or more of the IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for roughly ages 3 - 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for about ages 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for typically ages 16 - 19. Individual schools vary in which programmes they deliver and how those map to local grade labels, so check each school’s authorisations and exact year-to-age mapping.
What language(s) will my child be taught in?
Instruction at Hangzhou IB schools is generally in English, and most schools publish dedicated Mandarin/Chinese programmes or bilingual strands so students continue to develop Chinese language and cultural knowledge. The balance between English-medium teaching and bilingual provision differs by school, so review each school’s language policy and EAL (English as an Additional Language) support if your child is still learning English or Chinese.
How much do these schools cost and what extra charges should we expect?
Published fee schedules for IB and international campuses in Hangzhou show a wide range: some primary year fees reported in public listings are in the mid-hundreds of thousands of RMB per year while several independent international campuses publish senior-school fees approaching or exceeding RMB 300,000; every school’s published schedule differs by grade. In addition to tuition families commonly pay for meals, school transport, uniforms, examination or external assessment fees and enrichment activities, so ask for a full fee breakdown and refund/cancellation terms.
When should we start the admissions process?
Plan well ahead: many families begin researching schools 9 - 12 months before a planned move, submit applications several months before the term start, and expect assessments or interviews to follow; that said, many schools also accept mid-year applicants if space allows. Contact targeted schools early to learn their specific deadlines, priority application windows and whether they operate a wait pool, because the most convenient entry points and available places change through the year.
Can mainland Chinese citizens enrol at these international IB schools?
Policies differ by school and by local education authority: several international schools in Hangzhou are established for children of foreign personnel and give priority to foreign passport holders, while enrolment of mainland Chinese nationals is often restricted or requires specific approval from local education authorities. Always check a school’s published admissions eligibility and confirm any permit or residency paperwork required before applying.
What practical checks should we make when comparing IB schools in Hangzhou?
Ask to see current IB authorisation certificates, recent inspection or accreditation reports, sample year-by-year curricula and details of English-language support, class sizes and teacher qualifications; also request a full fee schedule, transport and lunch arrangements, and clarification on university-counselling services if your child is approaching senior secondary years. Visiting the campus (or joining virtual open days), speaking with admissions and, where possible, with current parents or alumni will give practical insight into everyday routines, language mix and pastoral care.
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