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Chongqing No. 1 Secondary School

China, Chongqing

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The school at a glance
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1931
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge A Levels, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Chongqing No.1 Secondary School, located at No. 2 Shanan Street in Shapingba District, Chongqing, China, is a public middle school with a history dating back to 1931. It operates under the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission and offers a bilingual Chinese–English curriculum, including Cambridge A Levels, Advanced Placement, and a bespoke program that supports English language development. The campus sits at the foot of Gele Mountain beside the Jialing River, with a garden-like environment that features lotus ponds and green lawns, and houses Xiangjia Academy, a Ming dynasty cultural site. The school's core pathways emphasize reading and humanities, technology and innovation, and movement and health, supported by a Curriculum Innovation Base, quality courses, STEAM, and campus writing courses from the Beijing Normal University International Writing Center. Its history includes scholars and statesmen who taught on campus, shaping a culture of learning, patriotism, and reform, with graduates prepared for world-class universities worldwide.

重庆市沙坪坝区沙南街2号 (No. 2 Shanan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing, China)

The Essentials

Location
2 Shanan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing, China. The campus sits at the foot of Gele Mountain beside the Jialing River; it features a lotus pond, green lawns and shaded areas within a garden-style campus.

Stages
Junior high and senior high (three grades each).

Type
Public

Country affiliation
China
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school provides boarding facilities at Chongqing No.1 Boarding School (渝北校区) in Chongqing as part of the Chongqing No.1 Education Group. The group includes Chongqing No.1 Secondary School and other affiliated schools, sharing a unified teaching management system. In 2016, new facilities including HanHong Building (含弘楼), WanXiang Building (万象楼), and LanYue Building (揽月楼) began operation, with an underground parking facility to support boarding students.

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a school uniform. For the 2025–2028 cycle, male students wear two summer T‑shirts, one pair of shorts, one pair of long pants; two spring/fall jackets; one winter detachable two‑in‑one shell and one winter pant; a formal jacket, formal casual pants, and a tie (12 pieces total). Female students wear two summer T‑shirts, one pair of shorts, one pair of long pants; two spring/fall jackets; one winter detachable two‑in‑one shell and one long pant; a formal jacket, a formal short skirt, and a tie (12 pieces total). The per‑set price is capped at 1450 yuan; the school will continue with the current uniform design and funding is provided by parents.

Food Options
The campus operates a Smart Cafeteria (智慧食堂). Campus life highlights include delicious food as part of the on‑campus dining experience, with a signed governance/operation framework for the canteen in place.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a public secondary school directly administered by the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission. It is part of the Chongqing No.1 Education Group, which includes Chongqing No.1 Secondary School, Chongqing No.1 Boarding School, Chongqing Crown Experimental School, Chongqing First Bilingual School, and Chongqing Famous School Joint School; the group maintains consistent staff, unified teaching management, and shared resources.
Fees
Application fees
- Admission / entrance exam registration: RMB 90 per candidate for city-level key-school admissions (charged as the exam/registration fee).
- Certain school exam items (for example, the junior‑to‑senior exam sports items) are charged per item (e.g., RMB 4 per item, three items = RMB 12) where applicable.

Tuition fees by school year (per-term detail)
- The school does not publish a single, itemised tuition schedule for domestic regular programmes on its public notices. Domestic regular (public) students are charged according to applicable municipal education and price regulations; fee levels for special programmes (for example, international/foreign‑curriculum classes) are set and filed separately by the school.
- Because the school's platform does not list per‑year / per‑term tuition figures in a comprehensive public fee schedule, parents should expect term‑based billing under the applicable municipal standards rather than a single annual invoice published on the school's public pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing is administered per academic term (charged “per term” / 每期). Schools and education authorities require fees (tuition and accommodation where charged) to be collected on a term basis and documented with official receipts; new‑student prepayment and term‑start payment windows are standard practice.
- Expected payment timing: fees are normally required at or shortly before the start of each term; schools typically require outstanding fees to be cleared within the first week of term. Official receipts or tax invoices must be issued for collected fees.

Boarding (accommodation) fees
- Where the school charges for student accommodation, the approved rates for boarding published in municipal approvals include: 4‑person room: RMB 450 per student per term; 6‑person room: RMB 350 per student per term. These accommodation charges are applied on a per‑term basis.

Other costs and fees (examples and one‑off costs)
- School uniform: the school publicly ran the uniform procurement process for the 2025 (autumn)–2028 (spring) contract period; the procurement result and supplier are publicly recorded in the school's procurement notices. Parents should expect a one‑time uniform purchase cost in line with the school's procurement / distribution for that contract period.
- Exam and service fees: where applicable, specific small service fees (exam fees, test items, document or certificate fees) are charged in accordance with municipal rules and are typically low (for example, certain sport test items or grade‑related exam items are charged per item).
- Other routine items that commonly appear in term bills (textbooks, learning materials, voluntary class or activity fees, and managed service charges) are handled as separate service or material charges and should be expected to appear as term or one‑off items in fee notices when applicable.

Refund information
- Refunds (for withdrawal, transfer or early departure) are handled on a pro‑rata basis in line with Chongqing fee management rules: schools calculate and return the unused portion of tuition and accommodation fees according to the student's actual in‑school time and the regulatory refund formula. Specific refund handling follows municipal fee regulations and the school's published admission/finance procedures.

Fee payment options and required receipts
- Accepted payment channels in Chongqing schools generally include designated bank transfer to school accounts, official online payment portals linked to the education system (student/parent payment portals), and school finance office collection; schools must issue official receipts or tax invoices for collected fees. Parents should not transfer fees to private or personal accounts; official school accounts and payment portals are the required channels.

Summary note for parents
- Specific per‑term and per‑year tuition figures for Chongqing No. 1 Secondary School's regular domestic programmes are not published in a single public fee schedule on the school's public notices; boarding rates and specific small exam/service fees have municipal approvals and published numeric standards (see boarding figures above). For the school's international or special curricula, the school sets and registers separate fee standards for those programmes.
Academics

Chongqing No. 1 Secondary School teaches Cambridge A Levels, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school has a bilingual curriculum in Chinese and English. English language ability is developed, and the curriculum includes A-level and AP programs, STEAM, and Beijing Normal University International Writing Center campus writing courses as part of the school-based curriculum.

Higher Education Progression
A-level and AP curricula are offered; the school collaborates with Chongqing University on joint initiatives to support students' progression toward world-class universities.

Gifted and Talented
Elective subject Olympiads, science and technology activities, and elite talent development in arts and sports.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports social and emotional development through a three‑dimensional framework: reading and humanities, science and innovation, and movement and health. It seeks to cultivate students with Chinese cultural identity and an international perspective. The core aim is the fundamental task of moral education, guided by respect for freedom and self‑awareness. The Student Affairs Office oversees student well‑being and coordinates with campus safety resources to support learners. School life integrates moral education, leadership development, and a variety of activities to foster autonomous growth and responsible citizenship.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
International Campus offers Academic English (EAP) and standard English proficiency tests including IELTS, TOEFL, SAT1, and SAT2. Cambridge A‑Level and US AP curricula are delivered as part of the international program, alongside STEAM and humanities coursework. The program emphasizes global competencies through cross‑disciplinary instruction, arts, and language development. It provides overseas mobility opportunities, global knowledge competitions, and access to summer courses at world‑leading universities, as well as extensive club activities and nine core capacity courses. These elements prepare students for study at international universities.

Mental Wellbeing
The school runs a mental health program anchored by a Psychological Health Counseling Center. It organizes annual mental health activities under the 5·25 theme to promote emotional understanding and stress management. The center provides individual and group counseling, along with activities designed to foster self‑care, resilience, and peer support. The mental health content on the school site highlights ongoing initiatives and resources for students' well‑being. These elements reflect the school's commitment to proactive emotional and mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Safety education is integrated into the school's routine. A safety education session titled ‘Safety Education First Lesson' was delivered by a police official to all students at the start of the term, covering cyber safety, responsible online behavior, traffic safety, drowning prevention, and fire safety, as well as guidance on responding to bullying. The school emphasizes a safe and law‑abiding campus and aims to normalize safety education through ongoing programs and collaboration with families. The Campus Police department is part of the school's safeguarding framework, providing security oversight alongside the Student Affairs Office.
Parent Experience

History
Chongqing No.1 Secondary School is among the first batch of key middle schools under the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission and is one of the city's oldest modern public middle schools. It was founded in 1931, and in the 1930s the school began a distinguished era of talent development, with Zhou Enlai, Guo Moruo, Ma Yinchu, Yan Yangchu, Pan Shu, and Tian Han living and lecturing on campus; Deng Ken, brother of Deng Xiaoping, also served as principal. The Ming-dynasty Xiangjia Academy on campus carries deep cultural heritage, and Sha Ping Ba's educational atmosphere has long fostered a scholarly culture. The school's motto is to respect civility and virtue while seeking knowledge and truth, and its tradition emphasizes patriotism, respect for teachers and students, diligence, and reform and innovation. Today the school pursues a modern mission to cultivate students with Chinese identity and international perspective through reading and humanities, technology and innovation, and movement and health, aiming to prepare graduates for study at world-class universities.

Community
The school is located in Sha Ping Ba, at the foot of Gele Mountain along the Jialing River, with a lotus pond, green lawns, and shaded areas on campus. It has a rich cultural heritage, including the Ming-dynasty Xiangjia Academy and a long-standing scholarly atmosphere in Sha Ping Ba. Campus life features a sequence of activities such as a multi-season campus program, Technology Activities Month, and a Performance Week. These elements together create a vibrant, culture-rich community that supports student growth.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school runs a Parents School to educate parents and foster home-school collaboration. It has hosted cloud-based parent meetings to sustain school–family cooperation during challenging times. Boarding-school families are engaged through parent classes, showing the school's commitment to family involvement. Content covers practical topics such as communicating with children in the screen-dominated era. It demonstrates ongoing efforts to engage families in student development.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school sits at the foot of Gele Mountain beside the Jialing River, with lotus ponds and green lawns on campus. The campus is described as a beautiful garden campus. It was founded in 1931. Xiangjia Academy on campus carries cultural heritage. The school emphasizes three core pathways: reading and humanities, technology and innovation, and movement and health.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum system includes a Curriculum Innovation Base, quality courses, A-level, AP, STEAM, and campus writing courses from the Beijing Normal University International Writing Center. Elective subject Olympiads, Science Four Small Activities, and arts and sports elite talent programs are part of the talent development framework. These elements form the school's core approach to subject study and interdisciplinary learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The campus features a garden-like environment. There is a campus canteen. Campus life includes eight seasons of activities. Technology Activities Month and Performance Week are part of a rich calendar of events. A broad range of extracurricular programs supports student interests.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a leading school-based curriculum system featuring a Curriculum Innovation Base, boutique courses, A-level, AP, STEAM, and campus writing courses from the Beijing Normal University International Writing Center. The curriculum emphasizes reading and humanities, science and innovation, and movement and health as multidimensional pathways to cultivate students with Chinese sentiment and international vision. The school aims to develop students' inner potential through knowledge transmission and moral cultivation, guiding them to achieve excellence.

Arts & Creative
The school cultivates arts and sports elites as part of its talent development system. Campus life includes a variety of arts and performance activities, with events such as Performance Week showcasing student creativity.

Cultural & Language
The school has a rich cultural heritage, including the Ming dynasty Xiangjia Academy on campus and a long tradition of scholarly achievement. It fosters a broad cultural environment and features the nation's celebrated ‘Most Beautiful Campus Library'. The campus also hosts writing activities through the Beijing Normal University International Writing Center.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a vibrant campus life with a balanced atmosphere, a garden-like campus environment, and a popular canteen. It hosts a sequence of annual activities such as Campus Eight Seasons, Technology Activities Month, and Performance Week that enrich student life beyond the classroom.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The garden-like campus environment and balanced discipline support a healthy daily routine. Campus life features seasonal and technology-focused events that promote wellbeing and practical learning beyond academics.
Languages

Language Provision
Chongqing No.1 Secondary School has an international course system featuring A-level, AP, and STEAM offerings. It includes a Writing Course coordinated with Beijing Normal University International Writing Center. The curriculum also includes a Course Innovation Base and Excellent Courses as part of its internationally oriented program. The school presents a diverse, globally minded approach to education through these programmes.
Admissions

Admissions
Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year. External applicants may apply online or in person; two written entry tests are held twice a school year (June) and followed by an oral interview. Admission decisions are made by the Admissions Committee based on test results, interview performance and prior education, and offer letters are issued no later than August 15. Enrollment is secured only after the Registration Contract and Deposit are received; a Diploma Program seat is held for those who complete the procedures; eligible students include Chinese nationals, and those from Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan, foreign passport holders, and foreign residents.

Scholarships
The school offers financial aid in the form of scholarships. There is limited financial aid, decided each year during budget time, with aid packages ranging from 10% to 50% of total annual tuition. Decisions are made by a committee including the Head of School, an Admissions Coordinator, the Finance Director and the Director of External Affairs, in cooperation with the relevant Principal, based on demonstrated financial need evidenced by an application and documented proof of revenue. The deadline for current families to apply is the end of February; new students must submit a full financial aid application at the same time as the admission application.
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