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Dehong Chinese International School

China, Shanghai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees RMB 77,000 - 124,000
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 500
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Chinese National Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Dehong Shanghai International Chinese School opened on 1 September 2017 in the Qizhong villa area of Maqiao, Minhang District, Shanghai. The campus delivers a twelve-year education (Grade 1–12) that blends the Chinese National Curriculum with international elements, guided by Dehong's holistic, inquiry-based framework and the Dulwich College International pedagogical approach. The school emphasises bilingual education, with roughly 50% Chinese-medium and 50% English-medium teaching in Elementary and Middle School, and a shift to predominantly English instruction (about 85% of teaching and learning in English) from Grade 10 onward to support global university pathways. The Dehong curriculum consists of three strands: the CNC content, extended inquiry-based learning (including STEAM, SE21, service, sustainability, and cultural activities), and the international perspectives offered through Dulwich-inspired practice. The enrichment programme (Qidi) covers Humanities, Visual and Performing Arts, Entrepreneurial Practice, Sports, and Music, and the school participates in Worldwise events that connect students with a global network. The campus is designed to support language development, cross-cultural understanding and holistic growth.

1935 Shuguang Road Maqiao, Minhang, Shanghai

The Essentials

Dehong Chinese International School has 500 pupils, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
Dehong Shanghai International Chinese School is located at 1935 Shuguang Road, Maqiao, Minhang District, Shanghai. It is in the Qizhong villa area of Maqiao, Minhang District. The campus sits in a residential area accessible by local roads in Shanghai's Minhang district.

Stages
Elementary School (grades 1–5, ages 6–11); Middle School (grades 6–9, ages 11–15); High School (grades 10–12, ages 15–18).

Type
Private, Chinese-owned international school. Boarding facilities are available for enrolled students (boarding fee RMB 11,500 per semester).

Additional learning support
Public information does not list a dedicated SEN department.

Country affiliation
The school is Chinese-owned and operates in Shanghai.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is listed.

School day structure
Exact daily start and end times are not publicly published.

Bus service
Yes. A school bus service exists, with routes arranged according to the needs of enrolled students.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is available; the boarding fee is RMB 11,500 per semester. A school bus service exists, with routes arranged to meet the needs of enrolled students.

Governance and Ownership
Dehong Shanghai is a sister school to Dulwich College International and is part of the Education in Motion (EiM) group. The curriculum blends the Chinese compulsory curriculum with Dulwich concepts and runs a twelve-year integrated bilingual program; in grades 11-12 the high school offers the IB Diploma Programme, and the school is a CIS member. The Executive Principal is Ms Caroline Xu.
Fees

Annual tuition at Dehong Chinese International School ranges from RMB 77,000 to RMB 124,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- There is no separate application or registration fee charged.

Tuition fees (by school level)

- Elementary School: RMB 77,000 per semester
- Middle School: RMB 90,000 per semester
- High School: RMB 124,000 per semester

Boarding fees

- Boarding is charged at RMB 11,500 per semester where boarding is used.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and boarding are presented and billed on a per-semester basis (amounts above are shown per semester). Specific semester billing dates, due dates, installment plans, and late-payment penalties are not listed in the publicly available admissions summary.

Other costs and fees

- Meals: School meal costs are charged separately and are additional to the tuition amounts above.
- Uniforms: Uniform costs are additional and are charged separately.
- School bus: A school bus service is available; bus fees and specific route charges are additional and arranged according to demand.
- Enrichment / activity charges: Fees for optional extra-curricular activities, trips, specialist courses, or external examinations (where applicable) are charged in addition to tuition.

Fee payment options

- Specific accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer/wire, WeChat/Alipay or other channels) are not itemized in the publicly available admissions summary. Families should note that the admissions materials list standard contact details for the admissions office but do not publish a detailed list of payment methods or online payment portal details.
Academics

Dehong Chinese International School teaches Chinese National Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
The Dehong Shanghai curriculum is structured around three strands and serves elementary (Grade 1–5), middle (Grade 6–9) and high school (Grade 10–12) cohorts: the 9-year compulsory PRC curriculum, a holistic inquiry- and skills-based extension, and the Dulwich Difference holistic education. The compulsory programme follows the Chinese National Curriculum, with an approximate 50% instruction in Chinese and 50% in English in Elementary and Middle School, while the extended programme uses inquiry-based, interdisciplinary learning including STEAM, SE21, service, sustainability, and cultural activities. In high school, the programme is international in scope and designed to prepare students for world-leading universities, and Shanghai Dehong is an IB World School authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, taught in English and Chinese. Dehong emphasises bi-lingual, bi-literate, and bi-cultural education as core principles. An Enrichment Programme runs across all levels with categories in Humanities, Visual and Performing Arts, Entrepreneurial Practice, Sports and Music, and University Counselling supports university- and career-readiness planning.

Higher Education Progression
University Counselling provides guidance on university and career readiness to help students apply to world-leading universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Dehong Shanghai supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its Safe at School framework, which places protection and emotional wellbeing at the core of school life. The framework is anchored in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the PRC's 2012 Law on the Protection of Minors, with seven basic principles guiding the community. An eight‑point Safe at School Core Competencies program ensures all staff receive ongoing safeguarding training. Students engage in Keeping Me Safe at School and Circle Solution Sessions led by trained staff, including the Banzhuren, to discuss safety, emotions, friendships and wellbeing in a structured circle format. The approach emphasizes student voice and a positive emotional climate as part of a broader wellbeing strategy, with a Safe at School mini‑programme available to access resources via WeChat.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school publicly describes a bilingual Chinese–English curriculum and general student support, but does not publish a dedicated SEN policy or a clearly listed range of supported conditions. There is no explicit mention of a specialist SEN department or SEN facilities in publicly available materials. Supportive provisions are evidenced through wellbeing and counselling offerings, including university/career readiness programming. EAL is integrated within the curriculum rather than presented as a separate SEN service. In practice, SEN staff or dedicated SEN services are not publicly disclosed in the available materials.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL is integrated within Dehong Shanghai's bilingual curriculum, with substantial use of English across subject teaching. Public materials indicate that the school uses a 50/50 Chinese–English language distribution in elementary and middle school, transitioning to higher English use (85% English) by Grade 10. A student story illustrates immersion in both languages, with roughly half the week spent in Chinese‑Medium Learning and half in English‑Medium Learning. The bilingual environment includes support from Chinese-speaking staff (e.g., Banzhuren) for language‑related student welfare issues. Overall, language development is described as an integrated, language‑rich approach rather than a separate, standalone EAL program.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a dedicated university/career readiness program and counselling services that help students plan for the future and monitor personal growth. Public materials highlight that the school assists students in setting meaningful goals and mapping their paths to higher education, with counsellors guiding university and career planning. A Head Student of the Wellbeing Department leads efforts to monitor students' mental states and wellbeing in academic and daily life. The Safe at School framework includes practices that foster positive emotional climates, such as Circle Solution Sessions led by trained staff. CIS‑related materials also reference ongoing wellbeing initiatives within the Dehong community.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding at Dehong Shanghai is embedded in the Safe at School framework, which places child protection at the heart of school practice. The framework uses seven principles and a Code of Conduct signed by all adults working with students. All staff undergo training through eight Safe at School Core Competencies, with ongoing professional learning to keep safeguarding knowledge up to date. Students are involved in Keeping Me Safe at School and Circle Solution Sessions to build a safe, respectful environment and to empower them to speak up if they feel unsafe. The framework is aligned with international best practice and Chinese law, including the UNCRC and the PRC Law on the Protection of Minors.
Parent Experience

History
Dehong Shanghai International Chinese School opened on 1 September 2017 in the Qizhong villa area of Maqiao, Minhang District, Shanghai, as part of the Dehong International Chinese Schools network designed for Chinese students with a bilingual curriculum that combines the Chinese compulsory curriculum with international elements and the Dulwich College International educational philosophy. The Dehong concept blends Chinese heritage with international education to develop global citizens who also value traditional Chinese culture. The school is a sister school to Dulwich College International, sharing a vision to build the best international Chinese schools and to provide high-quality progressive education. In November 2025, Dehong Shanghai became a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), affirming its governance, safety, and academic standards and linking it to a global network of CIS schools. The Dehong name reflects its roots in Dulwich College International and the historical figure Rong Hong (Yung Wing), illustrating a long-standing connection to Chinese overseas education and the Dulwich family of schools.

Community
Dehong Shanghai emphasizes a safe, caring, inclusive bilingual community where each student is known, with a bilingual environment that values both Chinese heritage and an international outlook. The school community is designed to bring together students, teachers, and families in a collaborative culture that supports learning and wellbeing. The Dehong community hosts a range of events that involve families, including the Worldwise Festival of Music and Book Week, as well as parent-focused programs such as Parent Academy sessions. These activities foster intercultural exchange, celebrate Chinese traditions, and provide opportunities for families to engage with school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents of Dehong Shanghai are automatically members of Friends of Dehong, the parent organization that serves all Dehong schools and acts as a focal point for the school community. The Friends of Dehong coordinates social activities for families and organizes holiday and year-end celebrations, helping to strengthen school–home connections. Through this group, parents can engage in planning and participating in community events and school initiatives. The school supports parent involvement by offering events like Parent Academy science classes and by hosting large-scale events such as the Worldwise Festival of Music and Book Week, which bring together students, families, and staff. Overall, the PTA framework at Dehong Shanghai centers on structured parent engagement, community-building activities and collaborative partnerships with the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Dehong Shanghai shares facilities with Dulwich College Shanghai Minhang, creating a campus designed to support both Chinese national curriculum elements and international Dulwich pedagogy. The campus features a 50‑meter swimming pool, a 500‑seat theatre with a black box room, STEM classrooms, and a modern dining area, all supported by three gymnasia. The Phase II expansion adds MakerSpace, SE21 learning spaces, and age‑appropriate bilingual libraries to strengthen project‑based and collaborative learning. Outdoor courtyards and landscaped spaces connect indoor classrooms with the garden‑style campus, enhancing opportunities for outdoor and inquiry‑based learning. Together, the facilities underpin a holistic program that includes science labs, visual and performing arts spaces and robust technology resources.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a 50‑meter swimming pool and three gymnasia as part of shared facilities with Dulwich College Shanghai Minhang. These spaces support a wide range of physical education activities and team sports throughout the school year. The Phase II campus design also highlights dedicated spaces for sports and other professional venues as part of its updated facilities. The school participates in Dulwich network sports events and competitions, providing opportunities for inter-school athletic participation.

Academic Facilities
Phase II features Elementary School Makerspace and Middle School SE21 Learning Space to support project‑based and collaborative learning. Libraries are designed to meet reading needs at different stages, with dedicated spaces for focused study and independent exploration. The campus includes science labs and STEM classrooms that align with the national curriculum while applying Dulwich pedagogy, along with modern technology resources to support digital learning. A bilingual library is available to support language development and cross‑curricular research, and outdoor courtyards supplement indoor learning environments.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Enrichment Programme offers five strands: Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, Entrepreneurial Practice, Sports, and Music, with activities such as drama, dance, clubs, and school orchestras. Students can participate in network‑level events and competitions across the Dulwich system, including performances and exhibitions through events like the MADD Festival and related arts activities. The Dehong music program includes groups such as the School Orchestra, Guitar, and Junior Choir. Visual and performing arts facilities support drama, dance, and other creative disciplines, with opportunities for cross‑curricular projects and performances.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Enrichment Programme runs through elementary, middle and high school and comprises five categories: Humanities (including Guoxue Club, English Skills Building Club and Book Club); Visual and Performing Arts (including Drama Club, Dance Like You Have Ants In Your Pants and Cartoon Painting); Entrepreneurial Practice (including Kerbal Space Academy, Learning Science by Experiments and Lego Club); Sports (including Football, Badminton, Swimming Squad, Martial Arts, Cheerleading Netball and Cross Country); and Music (including Dehong School Orchestra, Guitar, Chinese Music Group and Junior Choir). The categories are designed to promote cross-cultural collaboration and global engagement. Students join international student society activities and competitions, allowing them to study, compete and share achievements with peers globally.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities are delivered through Visual and Performing Arts, with Drama Club, Dance Like You Have Ants In Your Pants and Cartoon Painting. Music offerings include Dehong School Orchestra, Guitar, Chinese Music Group and Junior Choir. These activities provide opportunities to explore performance, visual arts and music within a broad arts program and connect with Dulwich College International arts events.

Cultural & Language
The Humanities category includes Guoxue Club, English Skills Building Club and Book Club, supporting language development and Chinese cultural study. Students participate in international student society activities and competitions, enabling collaboration with peers across the Dulwich College International network. Dehong also engages with group-wide arts, drama and film events through its Dulwich College International partnership.

Social & Hobbies
Through the Enrichment Programme, students participate in international student society activities and competitions, offering social and collaborative opportunities beyond the classroom. These activities enable students to study, compete and share achievements with peers globally. The Dulwich College International network provides access to a cross-campus calendar of events and competitions, expanding social and hobby options.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are a core part of the Dehong curriculum, with offerings including Football, Badminton, Swimming Squad, Martial Arts, Cheerleading Netball and Cross Country. Regular participation in sports supports physical health and emotional wellbeing. The school participates in group-wide events with sister schools, including the Dulwich Olympiad, a large-scale sports and arts competition held every four years. Within the Enrichment Programme, Chinese sports and other cultural activities are included through Qidi, broadening lifestyle and wellbeing opportunities.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught are Chinese and English. Instruction uses a bilingual model with parts of the Chinese National Curriculum taught through Chinese and parts through English; from Grade 10 onward, English is the primary language of instruction for most subjects. English as an Additional Language support is provided to help non-native speakers access the English-medium curriculum.

Bilingual Teaching
Dehong Shanghai offers a bilingual education in Chinese and English. In Elementary School (Grades 1–5) and Middle School (Grades 6–9), about 50% of instruction is delivered in Chinese and 50% in English. From Grade 10 to 12, approximately 85% of teaching is conducted in English. The program combines the Chinese National Curriculum with international education approaches to foster bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural development.

Immersion Programs
Dehong implements language immersion through separate Chinese-Medium Learning (CML) and English-Medium Learning (EML) streams. Students spend blocks of time in each language, effectively immersing themselves in both Chinese and English. This additive bilingual model supports language development and cognitive flexibility.
Reputation

Awards
- CIS Member School (Nov 14, 2025): Dehong Shanghai announced that it officially became a member school of the Council of International Schools (CIS). CIS is a leading international education organization known for its rigorous accreditation framework and a network of CIS-accredited schools and universities. Membership is described as a milestone and a step toward full accreditation, signaling the school's alignment with CIS standards and its connection to a global network of international schools. The statement also emphasizes the value of CIS membership in relation to safeguarding, academic excellence, global citizenship, governance, and continuous improvement.

Accreditations
- Accreditation International (AI): Dehong Shanghai International Chinese School has AI accreditation. AI is a US-based private school accreditation body and a member of the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). The AI/NCPSA framework covers standards across philosophy and vision, leadership, curriculum, assessment, student services, facilities, and safety, and is used to provide a comprehensive quality assurance framework for private schools in the United States. The accreditation supports students' US university applications by demonstrating a rigorous, recognized standard of schooling. AI is described as an authority among private school accrediting associations in the United States.

- National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA) accreditation: The school holds NCPSA accreditation via AI, which is described as an alliance recognized and authorized by preschool through secondary private schools in the United States. NCPSA is presented as a principal US private school accrediting body, with AI identified as a member and as the accreditation mechanism in this context. The NCPSA membership context notes its long-standing role (founded 1993) in setting private school qualifications and standards.
- Ongoing accreditation work: Dehong Shanghai is embarking on joint accreditation with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). This indicates the school is pursuing full international accreditation through a multi-year process.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Learn about Dehong Shanghai and obtain the prospectus. Dehong Shanghai offers a progressive learning plan from elementary to high school designed for Chinese students, combining the Chinese compulsory curriculum with international elements. The Admissions section provides a Prospectus and an online Information Collection Form to begin the process, and it lists a contact telephone number and email for inquiries. Start by reviewing the prospectus to understand the school's approach and entry expectations.

Step 2. Submit the online application. To apply, complete and submit the online Information Collection Form, which initiates the formal application flow. After submission, the Admissions team will contact you shortly to progress the process. You may also access the application form via the link labeled "Apply" on the Admissions page.

Step 3. Review grade-specific admissions criteria. Grade 6 candidates are students graduating from Grade 5 who meet junior high entry requirements. Transfer applicants are welcome to inquire, and transfer criteria are handled by the Admissions team.

Step 4. Attend an Open Day or campus visit. Parents are invited to participate in Open Day activities at specified times after submitting the Student Information Collection Form. Open Day events provide opportunities to tour the campus, learn about the program, and meet the admissions team. Coordinate via the provided Admissions contact to schedule or receive Open Day details.

Step 5. Complete any required assessments for transfer. Transfer applicants may need to pass a learning capability test to meet Dehong's requirements. The school notes that transfer entrants undergo an Entrance Exam process as part of evaluating suitability. Reach out to the Admissions team for specifics if you are transferring from another school.

Step 6. Admission decision, enrollment steps, and tuition information. The Admissions team will contact you after submission to discuss next steps if you are offered a place.

Scholarships
Yung Wing Scholarship Program (Dehong Shanghai) offers three scholarship types:

- Yung Wing Full Scholarship: 100% tuition reduction for high school, awarded to students with the highest overall academic achievements.
- Yung Wing Half Scholarship: 50% tuition reduction for high school, awarded to academically outstanding students who also demonstrate additional traits via named scholarships (Earhart, Shackleton, Qi Baishi, Deng Jiaxian).
- Academic Excellence Scholarship: 25% tuition reduction for high school, awarded to academically outstanding students who embody Dehong's values.

Eligibility: Students entering Grade 10 or Grade 11 in the next academic year (including current Dehong students and external applicants) are eligible to apply.

Application and evaluation process (summary): Step 1, submit the scholarship application; Step 2, internal preliminary evaluation; Step 3, final internal evaluation (only applicable to full scholarship applicants). Application materials include a scholarship application form and a personal statement in English (within 500 words); non-Dehong students must provide additional documentation from their previous school. The application method and opening time are announced separately.

Waitlist
There is no published waitlist or pool policy described in the admissions materials.
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