EtonHouse International School Foshan vs International School of Dongguan

	E EtonHouse International School Foshan Guangzhou, China	I International School of Dongguan Guangzhou, China
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RMB 120,000 - 190,000	Fees / year RMB 126,000 - 233,600
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), IB (MYP), IB (PYP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 400
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 5
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2012
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location EtonHouse International School Foshan is located in Nanhai (Guicheng) Business City, Foshan, Guangdong — the campus address is listed as Block 32 / 32 Fufeng Square, 1st Foping (Foping 4th) Road, Nanhai, Foshan. It sits in a business/residential district with road links into central Foshan and the Pearl River Delta (Guangzhou is the nearest major city); contact details are published by the school and the IB.	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	Stages The school is a through‑train K–12 campus (early years / primary through to secondary / senior years). Its programmes include IB-inspired primary provision and a secondary pathway that leads to IGCSE and A‑Level (and the school is listed with IB authorisation details).	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.
School type	School type EtonHouse Foshan is co‑educational and operates as a day school with mixed (male and female) boarding facilities available. The IB directory entry and school listings identify the campus as both day and boarding.	School 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.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school lists a dedicated Wellness & Inclusion Specialist on its staff roster, indicating an on‑site role for inclusion and student wellbeing; parents should contact the school directly for details about formal SEN (additional learning needs) provision, assessment procedures, and any outside‑agency arrangements.	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	Country affiliation The campus is part of the EtonHouse International Education Group, a Singapore‑based education group — the Foshan campus is one of the group's global schools.	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	Religious affiliation The school is independent and does not advertise a religious affiliation; its public descriptions present it as a secular/international campus.	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation stated on the school website; ISD presents itself as a secular international school.
School day structure	School day structure The school operates a full‑day K–12 timetable, but specific published start/end times, break and lunch schedules are not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed. Prospective parents should request the current daily timetable from Admissions or during a school visit.	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 details	Bus service details Information sources indicate the school provides managed school‑bus (commuter) services for families and also operates boarding accommodation for students who need it; some school listings and local school guides reference a paid bus service (routes/fees vary by distance). Parents should confirm available routes, costs and pickup/drop‑off points with the school's transport or admissions team. }	Bus service details 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.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration fees - No specific, publicly-published one‑time application or registration fee for EtonHouse International School Foshan was located in the sources consulted. Tuition fees by year group (annual and termly equivalents) - Nursery 2 (age 2): Annual RMB 120,000 — termly equivalent (assuming a 3‑term billing structure) RMB 40,000 per term (inference: annual ÷ 3). - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): Annual RMB 120,000 — termly equivalent RMB 40,000 per term. - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): Annual RMB 145,000 — termly equivalent RMB 48,333 per term. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): Annual RMB 145,000 — termly equivalent RMB 48,333 per term. - Grade 1 to Grade 5 (ages 6–10): Annual RMB 145,000 — termly equivalent RMB 48,333 per term. - Grade 6 to Grade 8 (ages 11–13): Annual RMB 159,000 — termly equivalent RMB 53,000 per term. - Grade 9 to Grade 12 (ages 14–17): Annual RMB 190,000 — termly equivalent RMB 63,333 per term. Billing schedule and payment terms - The published figures above are presented as annual tuition amounts. Many EtonHouse campuses use either annual or termly billing; termly payment options and schedules are commonly offered at other EtonHouse schools (termly fees and payment methods are shown in EtonHouse campus fee pages). The per‑term amounts above are a calculated termly equivalent (annual ÷ 3) and should be treated as an approximation when a three‑term calendar is used. Boarding fees - Boarding is listed as available for the Foshan campus, but no publicly-published boarding fee schedule or amounts was found. For boarding rates and boarding billing terms, contact the school's admissions office. Other costs and typical extras - No itemised amounts for uniforms, meals, transport, exam or trip fees specifically for Foshan were found in the published material consulted. Typical additional fees at EtonHouse campuses can include registration/deposit at enrolment, student insurance, uniforms, transport and activity/trip fees; amounts vary by campus. Refunds and deposits - No Foshan‑specific refund policy or deposit/refund schedule was located in the sources consulted. At other EtonHouse campuses, registration fees are commonly non‑refundable and deposits may be refundable subject to notice conditions; practice varies by campus. Fee payment options - Common payment methods used by EtonHouse campuses internationally include bank/wire transfer and credit card payments; some campuses list local digital options relevant to their country. Specific payment methods for Foshan were not publicly listed in the material reviewed. (Amounts above are those published for EtonHouse International School Foshan and presented as annual tuition with termly equivalents calculated where a three‑term pattern is commonly used at EtonHouse campuses.)	Fee details 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.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	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	Uniform requirement —	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	Food options —	Food options The school has a canteen on campus.
House system	House system —	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	Governance and ownership —	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.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details —	Curriculum details 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	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio The teacher–student ratio is 1:5.
Exam results	Exam results —	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	Higher education progression —	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	Gifted and talented —	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.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning with inquiry-based activities that support social and emotional development across all age groups.	Social & emotional learning 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.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school supports a broad range of needs within its IB framework and through its through-train structure, aligning with standard international school practices (no additional details published here).	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language No specific EAL provision is described in the provided content.	English as an additional language 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	Mental wellbeing The learning environment is designed to foster creativity and curiosity, supporting students' overall well-being through engaging, child-centered sessions.	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.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection policies are not detailed in the provided content.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Foshan campus opened in 2016 as the first international school in Foshan and offers a through-train K-12 education. It is located in the Nanhai District, Foshan, in the Nanhai Business City area. The campus supports inquiry-based learning and includes spaces for library activities, music, art, dance and drama, and performing arts. The library has a large collection of English-language children's books, and specialist spaces include a swimming pool, an indoor gym, science laboratories, and performing-arts studios. Boarding facilities are available.	Facilities overview The ISD campus covers 12,000 square meters on about 8.5 acres. It includes an 800 square meter indoor basketball court with showers and changing rooms. The campus provides facilities for the arts, sciences, sports and technology, including a Black Box Theatre, music rooms, an art gallery, a pottery kiln, a screen and printing press, a photography studio, a library and a multimedia center. Science labs are modern and the sports facilities include an artificial turf field that accommodates two football pitches and a baseball diamond, two outdoor basketball courts, a full-size gymnasium and playgrounds. A Maker Space classroom is equipped with robotics, a laser cutter and a 3D printer.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes a 200 m track field, a swimming pool, and an indoor gym.	Sports facilities An 800 square meter indoor basketball court is on site with showers and changing rooms. An artificial turf sports field accommodates two football pitches and a baseball diamond. The campus has two outdoor basketball courts and two tennis courts. A full-size gymnasium and playgrounds support physical activity.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school uses an IB-inspired inquiry approach for the early years and offers a British National Curriculum pathway for older students, including Key Stage 3, IGCSE and A-Levels. It has a library and specialist studios for music, art, dance and drama.	Academic facilities ISD provides facilities for the arts, sciences, sports and technology. Arts facilities include a Black Box Theatre, music rooms, an art gallery, a pottery kiln, a screen and printing press, a photography studio, a library and a multimedia center. Science labs are modern and a Maker Space technology department classroom comes equipped with robotics, a laser cutter and a 3D printer.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities ISD offers an After School Activities program that includes a range of pursuits beyond the classroom. Students pursue interests in music and the arts, sport, drama, technology, clothing design, and Chinese culture. STEM activities include a STEM fair, math tournaments and Hands-On Family STEM nights. Model United Nations provides diplomacy simulations. The arts program covers music, visual arts, photography and theater. National Honor Society supports scholarship, service, leadership and character.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Opened in 2016, EtonHouse International School Foshan (FEIS) is located in Nanhai Business City and is the first international school in Foshan. It offers a through-train K-12 education from pre-school to primary, guided by an inquiry-based, child-centered IB approach. As students progress to middle and high school, the curriculum includes British National Curriculum Key Stage 3, IGCSE, and A-Levels. In 2018, EtonHouse Foshan received authorisation as a Cambridge International School.	History The International School of Dongguan opened on August 16, 2012, serving K-12 students. The school began with 43 students. ISD now educates almost 400 students. ISD is internationally recognized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). ISD graduates study at some of the world's most prestigious colleges and universities.
Community	Community —	Community The Parent Support Association partners with the school to support parents, teachers and students and to enhance community spirit. It aims to enrich education for each child and to propose and set realistic goals. It maintains transparent communication between the school and home. It works in partnership with the school director and the school community to improve children's education. It also seeks to empower parents to actively participate in their children's education.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association ISD's Parent Support Association operates in partnership with the school to support parents, teachers and students and to enhance community spirit. It aims to enrich education for each child and to propose and set realistic goals. It maintains transparent communication between the school and home. It works in partnership with the school director and the school community to improve children's education. It seeks to empower parents to actively participate in their children's education.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual ISD provides instruction in English for students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. It is an IB World School authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11 and 12. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The teacher–student ratio is 1:5.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Facilities for the arts include a Black Box Theatre, music rooms, an art gallery, a pottery kiln, a screen and printing press, a photography studio, a library and a multimedia center. The campus also houses a modern Maker Space with robotics, a laser cutter and a 3D printer to support creative projects. Sports and performance spaces include an indoor basketball court, two outdoor tennis courts, a turf field and a full-size gym, enabling a range of artistic and athletic activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language ISD is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme, with instruction conducted in English. The school serves Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, fostering a multicultural environment. ISD is a member of ACAMIS and EARCOS, which support international collaboration and cultural exchange.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies ISD offers more than 90 extracurricular options across arts, athletics, technology and service. The Maker Space and other facilities support hands-on clubs and projects. As a member of ACAMIS and EARCOS, ISD provides opportunities for interscholastic activities and cultural exchanges.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing ISD supports sports, fitness and outdoor activities through its facilities, including an indoor gym, two outdoor basketball courts, two tennis courts and an artificial turf field. The campus's full range of athletic and performance spaces promotes physical well-being as part of a holistic education. These facilities enable students to participate in organized sports and wellness activities.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision The school uses English as the language of instruction. Mandarin is taught in the IB program with courses such as Mandarin A LIT and Chinese B, among other Chinese language offerings. ISD serves students from Early Childhood through Secondary (Pre-K through Grade 12) and provides English language learner support. The school is authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). ISD is a member of ACAMIS and EARCOS.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations ISD is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is an International Baccalaureate World School authorized to deliver the Diploma Programme. The Diploma Programme authorization was granted on March 30, 2015.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	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	Scholarships —	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.
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