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Georgia School Ningbo

China, Ningbo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 115,000 - 180,000
Ages 6 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Georgia School Ningbo (GSN) is an independent international school in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, authorised by the Zhejiang Ministry of Education and described on its website as the first licensed independent school for international families in the region. GSN delivers a research‑based, college‑preparatory American curriculum from kindergarten/pre‑kindergarten through Grade 12, with authorization to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses and on‑site AP, PSAT and SAT testing. The school's teaching team is predominantly foreign (the majority American) and the site notes a complement of Chinese‑language teachers; the school also operates an ELL programme and an English‑language Pre‑K class. Notable offerings highlighted on the site include college counselling, a Tribes character development programme, student organisations (Model United Nations, Debate League, Student Leadership Council, Wharton Young Business Leaders Academy, National Honor Society) and a competitive athletics programme; recent pages describe on‑campus facilities such as a skatepark and a golf academy. GSN holds full WASC accreditation.

377 Jiangbei Road, Ningbo 315033 China.

The Essentials

Georgia School Ningbo has instruction in English.

Location
Georgia School Ningbo is located at 377 Jiangbei Road, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315033. The campus is in a residential area near Jiangbei Road and is about 20 minutes by road from Ningbo Lishe International Airport.

Stages
GSN offers Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. For the 2025-2026 academic year, Grade Level Placement shows Grades 1–12 (Grade 1 corresponds to age about 6). The Elementary, Middle, and High School structures align with a traditional K–12 progression.

Type
Independent international school. It is licensed by the Zhejiang Province Ministry of Education and serves international families.

Additional learning support
The school provides an English Language Learner (ELL) program for grades 1–9 with qualified ELL specialists, regular proficiency assessments, and a program exit process. There is also a LAMPs+ Enrichment Program offering broad academic and arts-enrichment experiences.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is published by the school.

School day structure
The school day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Fridays.

Bus service
Public transport or school bus details are not published on the school's pages; families should contact admissions to discuss transportation options.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is an independent school licensed by the Zhejiang Province Ministry of Education. It holds full accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is authorized by the College Board to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses and to host on-site PSAT and SAT testing.
Fees

Annual tuition at Georgia School Ningbo ranges from RMB 115,000 to RMB 180,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No specific, public application or registration fee is listed in the school's published contact/profile materials.

Tuition fees (per term and per year group)

- Kindergarten (pre‑primary): RMB 70,000 per term (equivalent to RMB 140,000 per year when billed across two terms).

- Elementary (Grade 1–5): RMB 78,000 per term (equivalent to RMB 156,000 per year).

- Middle school (typically Grades 6–8): RMB 85,000 per term (equivalent to RMB 170,000 per year).

- High school (Grades 9–12): RMB 90,000 per term (equivalent to RMB 180,000 per year).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is available as an option. Reported boarding fee: RMB 3,500 per term

Other recurring and one‑off costs

- School meals: reported at approximately RMB 3,600 per term for lower primary and RMB 4,000 per term for middle and high school.

- School bus (optional): reported at approximately RMB 3,600 per term.

- Uniform: reported one‑off cost around RMB 4,000.

Academics

Georgia School Ningbo teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 6 to 17.

Curriculum
Georgia School Ningbo serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 12 (primary through high school) with 2025-2026 grade-level placement guidelines; it holds WASC accreditation for six years and is authorized by the College Board to offer AP courses with on-site AP examinations and PSAT/SAT testing on campus. The Middle School curriculum is centered on the AERO Curricular Framework, uses US-based textbooks, and employs the MAP (NWEA) assessment to measure progress toward curricular outcomes; English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies are the four core areas. The Elementary School emphasizes literacy, numeracy, inquiry, science and history, with weekly newsletters detailing curriculum activities. The LAMPs+ Enrichment Program provides weekly classes in Library/Media Literacy, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Music, Physical Education and Information Technology. The ELL Program supports emerging English proficiency from grades 1 through 9, with proficiency assessments and program exits as appropriate.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Georgia School Ningbo supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a Tribes-based character development program overseen by the Guidance Office. A Guidance Counselor facilitates college planning and attends to students' emotional and learning needs across all grade levels. The school offers leadership and service opportunities including the Student Leadership Council, Model United Nations, Debate League, Wharton Young Business Leaders Academy, and National Honor Society. Week Without Walls provides service learning, team-building, cultural exploration, and outdoor activities. After School Activities are offered as part of extracurriculars that support SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The only publicly described SEN-related provision is an English Language Learner (ELL) program for students in grades 1-9, with ELL Specialists providing foundational support. The ELL program integrates students into standard classes where appropriate. Progress is tracked via regular proficiency examinations and panel reviews to determine program exit. Beyond the ELL program, there is no publicly disclosed information about other SEN provisions or a dedicated SEN department. The school is described as an international school with Tribes character development and guidance services rather than a dedicated SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers an English Language Learner (ELL) program to support emerging English proficiency from grades 1 through 9, delivered by qualified ELL Specialists. Students in the ELL program are immersed in standard classes where appropriate. The program provides foundational English support and uses proficiency examinations and panel reviews to gauge progress and determine exit from the program. The ELL Program is listed among the Courses under the school's offerings. There are no publicly disclosed additional EAL provisions beyond the ELL program.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by a Guidance Counselor who attends to students' emotional and learning needs across all grade levels. The Tribes character development program is part of the school's SEL approach. Week Without Walls includes service learning, teamwork, and cultural experiences that promote social-emotional growth. Student Leadership Council and community service opportunities contribute to social connectedness and wellbeing. After School Activities provide additional opportunities for social engagement and wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Georgia School Ningbo follows the guidelines of the International Task Force on Child Protection (ITFCP). The school's policies and implementation align with ITFCP guidelines and standards as described by the Council of International Schools (CIS). All teachers and staff must hold ECIS safeguarding and child protection certificates, and administrators are required to hold ECIS Level 2 leadership certificates. The school ensures all children grow up in a safe environment; educators are obligated to identify and assist children in need and to address any abuse or neglect. The school supports the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and aims to be a safe harbor for students who may be abused or neglected.
Parent Experience

History
Georgia School Ningbo traces its origins to Ningbo Zhicheng School, founded in January 1995 in Fenghua, Zhejiang. Zhicheng Primary and Junior School began a new term in September 1996, and in September 1997 Ningbo Zhicheng School was approved to enroll foreign students as a private-run school. The Zhicheng High School Department was founded in September 1998, and plans to move to Jiangbei District began in May 2000, with relocation to Jiangbei in September 2001. In September 2014, the International School of Ningbo (ISN) was established as the international department, with ISN Primary opening on September 9, 2014, and AP authorization following in June 2015. In 2019, Georgia School Ningbo (GSN) was authorized by the Zhejiang Education Bureau and opened on September 2, 2019, marking the transition from ISN to GSN; GSN holds full WASC accreditation (six-year term) and is authorized to offer AP courses and to host PSAT/SAT testing.

Community
Georgia School Ningbo has a diverse, international student body with learners from over 25 countries. The school offers programs that foster student leadership and global engagement, including the Student Leadership Council, Model United Nations, Debate League, Wharton Young Business Leaders Academy, and the National Honor Society. The community engages in regular service and outreach activities through Community Service, such as Walkathons that involve teachers, students, and parent volunteers; recent posts highlight activities like the Involved Global Citizens Walk and annual Walkathons. Georgia Events feature a wide range of cultural and academic activities, including United Nations Day, Meet the Teachers Night, STEM Day, World Around Us, and college fairs, which involve families and students in learning and exploration. These events are publicly shared in the school's Events and Community Service sections, illustrating an active, participatory school culture.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent involvement is evident through volunteer participation in events and community service activities, such as the Walkathon, where teachers, students, and parents collaborate, and through family participation in cultural and academic events like International Appreciation Day, Meet the Teachers Night, and college fairs. The Events page maintains a record of these occasions, often noting family and student engagement. While a formal PTA organization is not described in publicly available materials, parent volunteers contribute to multiple school events and support initiatives alongside faculty.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Georgia School Ningbo operates on a modern, purpose-built campus that accommodates academic, arts, and athletic programs. Students have access to well-equipped computer labs, including an Apple Mac lab and a PC lab, plus classroom sets of iPads. Interactive whiteboards are installed in all classrooms and science labs to support dynamic lessons. Creative and performance spaces include a library, an art studio, a music room, a dance studio, a meeting hall, a multipurpose hall and an auditorium. Outdoor and athletic facilities include tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, a covered gymnasium and a professional pump-track skateboard park. On-site Organic Farm supports the cafeteria, which serves Asian and Western dishes and has high safety ratings.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a covered gymnasium and outdoor courts for tennis, basketball and volleyball. The campus also features a multipurpose hall and an auditorium for indoor activities and events. A dedicated pump-track skateboard park provides space for skateboarding and related activities. Outdoor spaces include modern playground equipment to support physical activity.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include an Apple Mac lab, a PC computer lab and classroom sets of iPads for student use. All classrooms and science labs feature interactive whiteboards to support collaborative learning. In science labs, students work with analog and digital microscopes, probes, sensors, voltmeters and other laboratory equipment. Three-dimensional printers are available for use in pre-engineering, industrial design and information technology courses. The campus provides a secure, campus-wide wireless network and access to Microsoft Education resources, including Office 365 accounts and cloud storage. The on-site library supports research and independent reading.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Creative facilities support arts and performance programs, including a music room, an art studio and a dance studio. Performance spaces include a meeting hall, a multipurpose hall and an auditorium for school events and productions. An on-site Organic Farm and a well-rated cafeteria complete campus life and nutrition. The campus also features 3-D printers for design and technology projects and a secure wireless network to support digital learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Georgia School Ningbo offers a range of academic enrichment programs, including the Student Leadership Council, Model United Nations, Debate League, Wharton Young Business Leaders Academy, and the National Honor Society. The LAMPs+ Enrichment Program provides weekly classes in Library/Media Literacy, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Music, Physical Education, and Information Technology taught by experienced professional teachers. These enrichment offerings are designed to complement the core curriculum and broaden students' academic and leadership skills.

Arts & Creative
The LAMPs+ Enrichment Program includes Fine Arts, Performing Arts, and Music. Violin and Cello instruction is offered as an After School Activity, and students showcase their talents at school assemblies and performances. The After School Activities program lists Artistic as a category, providing additional opportunities for creative pursuit.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations is part of GSN's academic programs, offering opportunities to participate in diplomacy simulations. Week Without Walls includes cultural exploration as part of its service-learning and outdoor activities. The After School Activities program lists Cultural activities as a category, alongside other language and cultural experiences. The school hosts a diverse student body from over 25 countries.

Social & Hobbies
The After School Activities program includes Sporting, Academic, Artistic, Technology-oriented, and Cultural activities. Specific sports offerings include Golf and Skateboarding, with a dedicated SBSX Pumptrack Skatepark on site. ASA participants also compete in tournaments and contests such as Model United Nations and school tournaments.

Community & Service
Week Without Walls is an annual program for Grade 4-12 that combines service learning, team building and cultural exploration. During Week Without Walls, students participate in outdoor activities under the supervision of chaperones with First Aid training. The site also maintains a Community Service section, highlighting ongoing service initiatives.

Leadership & Professional
The school offers the Student Leadership Council as part of its leadership development. Debate League and Wharton Young Business Leaders Academy provide structured pathways for leadership and business literacy. Model United Nations fosters diplomacy, collaboration, and public speaking, while the National Honor Society supports service and scholarship.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The athletics program includes Skateboarding, Golf, Soccer, Basketball and Volleyball. Physical Education is included in the LAMPs+ enrichment program through weekly classes taught by experienced teachers. Week Without Walls includes outdoor activities and service-related experiences that contribute to student wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English and Mandarin. The school offers an American curriculum delivered in English, with English-language support provided by the ELL program for non-native speakers. Mandarin Chinese is taught by eight Chinese language teachers. The school serves students from Pre-K through High School.

Immersion Programs
The ELL Program is designed to support emerging English proficiency from grades 1 through 9. Students within the English Language Learner (ELL) program receive foundational English support from qualified ELL Specialists. ELL students are immersed in standard classes where appropriate. The school uses regular proficiency examinations and panel reviews to gauge progress and determine program exit.
Reputation

Awards
- 2024 Zhejiang Junior Golf Championship (December 2024): G6 school team ranked fourth in Boys Group C. This result reflects the school's competitive athletics program and success at a provincial-level golf event.
- 2024 Junior Golf Carnival Zhejiang Final (December 2024): The GSN golf team finished runner-up, with nine Georgia School players competing in the tournament at King Valley Golf Club in Anji. This demonstrates strong team performance and depth in golf.

Accreditations
- Zhejiang Province Ministry of Education license. The school is licensed by the Zhejiang Province Ministry of Education as the first licensed independent international school for international families in Ningbo.
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Full Accreditation for a six-year term. This is the highest accreditation term length, indicating meeting high international standards for governance, curriculum, faculty, and operations.
- WASC authorization codes: WASC code 6241885999; College Board AP code 694513; SAT code 74365. These codes are used for official accreditation and testing connections with U.S. accrediting and testing bodies.
- College Board/AP authorization. The school is authorized by the College Board to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses, signaling alignment with U.S. college-preparatory standards.
- On-site PSAT and SAT testing center authorization. The campus has on-site PSAT and SAT testing capabilities for students.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 — Schedule a campus visit and meet the team. Between Monday and Friday, you can contact the Georgia School Ningbo admissions team to arrange a guided tour of the campus and a meeting with the Head of School and available teachers. This visit provides context about the school's programs and culture and gives you a chance to ask practical questions. During the visit, you will receive a comprehensive admissions packet that includes an application for admission, a tuition and fees schedule, a school calendar, bus routes/schedule, and additional information about programs offered.

Step 2 — Review the admissions packet and key materials. The packet you receive contains the application for admission, the tuition and fees schedule, the school calendar, and transportation details, along with other information about the school and its programs. Take time to review what is required, note important deadlines, and mark a plan for next steps. This packet serves as the primary guide for moving from inquiry to formal application.

Step 3 — Complete and submit the application for admission. After reviewing the packet, complete the application for admission and submit it to the admissions team. Ensure that you provide the information requested in the packet and follow any stated submission methods or deadlines. The application is explicitly part of the materials provided in the admissions packet you receive during your visit.

Step 4 — Understand grade-level placement. GSN uses age-based grade-level placement for the 2025-2026 Academic Year, with a published age/grade guideline mapping ages to grades (e.g., Grade 1 for age 6, Grade 2 for age 7, etc.). This framework helps determine the appropriate starting grade for your child based on birth date. Families should reference the Grade Level Placement page to confirm the exact age ranges for each grade.

Step 5 — Expect communication about next steps after submission. After your application is reviewed, the admissions team will coordinate with you regarding the outcome and any required follow-up steps. If admitted, you will receive enrollment instructions and deadlines through the admissions process, so keep an eye on communications from the team. For planning, you can also reach out to the admissions office at any time for clarifications.

Step 6 — Prepare for transportation and calendar logistics. The admissions packet includes the school calendar and bus routes/schedule, which helps families coordinate start dates, holidays, and transportation options. Use these details to arrange attendance plans, family commitments, and any required transportation arrangements.

Scholarships
Georgia School Ningbo does not publish information about scholarship programs.

Waitlist
There is no published information on a waitlist or pool system for Georgia School Ningbo.
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