doris
doris
Find Schools
Events
Saved schools
My account
Parent Guide Parent testimonials Community Transparency Charter About For Schools
Currency
N

Nansha College Preparatory Academy

China, Guangzhou

Save school
Share
Navigate

· Reviewed by · B2C Marketing Manager

Independently researched by doris.
Not yet claimed by the school
Claim your profile
The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees RMB 218,000 - 248,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2012
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 7
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

Nansha College Preparatory Academy (NCPA) is a private, American-curriculum boarding school located at No. 8 Weili Road, Nansha, Guangzhou. It operates within the Guangzhou ULink International School framework (GUIS‑NCPA). The campus covers 20 acres in Mingzhu Bay and houses about 600 boarding students. English is the instructional language for all classes, except Chinese Literature, with an English immersion program that prepares mainland Chinese students for Western universities. The school offers Advanced Placement and American/Canadian curricula; AP courses number 19, and graduates typically take six AP courses. The school is an AP Capstone School. AP begins for students entering grades 7 or 9. Non‑AP courses follow the Common Core for English and Math; science uses NGSS; Visual Arts and Performing Arts follow NCAS; Health and Physical Education aligns to Ontario. The campus hosts athletic, cultural facilities, with Performing and Visual Arts central to life and more than 200 after‑school activities opportunities.

No.8 Weili Road, Nansha, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China 511458

The Essentials

Nansha College Preparatory Academy has typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
No.8 Weili Road, Nansha, Guangzhou, Guangdong 511458, China. The campus sits on a 20-acre site in Nansha Mingzhu Bay.

Stages
High School (Grade 9-12). Grade 9-12 enrollment is 420 students, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 7:1 and 60 faculty. The school follows an American curriculum with English-language immersion and offers 19 AP courses including Pre-AP in G9-G10.

Type
Private, American-curriculum boarding high school.

Additional learning support
Onsite college and social-emotional counselors; English-immersion instruction; AP program and advisory college counseling.

School day structure
180 days of instruction per year, from August to June.

Bus service
Weekend school bus transportation available, price depends on route.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is provided on campus and managed by a third‑party provider (Linked). Underclassmen live in two dorms adjacent to AQ2, sharing a room with three peers; rooms include bunk beds, desks, wardrobes, and closets; each floor has shared shower rooms and bathrooms and a lounge. Seniors live in apartments on the south side of campus by the track, with the option of shared or private bedrooms and baths; apartments include desks, beds, wardrobes, a living room, and a balcony. Most students board during the week or full time; weekends return options include an optional shuttle, parent pickup, or Guangzhou metro line 4. On‑campus dining includes a two‑storey cafeteria, La Barista coffee shop, and the Q Store convenience store.

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform; NCPA‑branded uniforms are sold at the VIBE store.

Food Options
There are three on-campus dining options: a two‑storey cafeteria, La Barista coffee shop, and the Q Store convenience store.

Governance and Ownership
NCPA is a private, American‑curriculum boarding school founded in partnership with ULink Education Group and International Schools Services (ISS). It operates as GUIS‑NCPA under the GUIS umbrella and holds a Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation; an international school license was acquired in 2024, and English is the medium of instruction for foreign passport holders.
Fees

Annual tuition at Nansha College Preparatory Academy ranges from RMB 218,000 to RMB 248,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- A non-refundable application (entry exam registration) fee of RMB 600 is charged and payable at the time of registering for the entry exam.

Tuition fees (annual by year group)

- High School (grades 10–12): RMB 248,000 per school year.
- Middle School (grades 6–9): RMB 218,000 per school year.

Tuition — per term / instalments

- The published figures are stated as annual tuition by school year (see amounts above). Specific per-term or instalment amounts and any available instalment plans are set out in the school's enrollment package and the Student Tuition Payment Agreement provided with an offer; families are required to return a signed copy of the Grade 9–12 Student Tuition Payment Agreement during registration.

Boarding and catering fees

- Boarding and catering (four‑student rooms):
- RMB 45,800 per school year (room for 4, without weekend stay).
- RMB 55,700 per school year (room for 4, with weekend stay).
- Weekend school‑bus transportation is offered as an optional service; prices depend on route.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Families must complete registration and submit required signed payment documents within one week of receiving an offer in order to secure a seat. The enrollment package and the signed tuition/payment agreement contain the formal billing schedule and detailed payment terms that govern tuition, boarding and logistics charges.

Other costs and typical ancillary charges

- Recommended/optional exam calculator (example from registration materials): TI‑Nspire CX CAS, RMB 1,320 (payment methods indicated: WeChat / Alipay).
- Logistics service items (boarding/catering/school transportation, laundry, campus card / catering account setup and similar operational fees) are processed at registration and shown on the family's logistics/payment notice; settlement of any outstanding logistics items is required at check‑in.

Refund information

- The published admissions and registration materials identify the application fee as non‑refundable. Refunds and any other cancellation/withdrawal terms for tuition, boarding or logistics fees are governed by the formal Student Tuition Payment Agreement and the enrollment/registration package issued with an offer; those documents contain the binding terms for refunds and cancellations.

Fee payment options

- Payment methods shown in parent/registration materials include WeChat and Alipay for specific items (for example, calculator purchase and campus payment transactions). Other formal payment channels and instructions (bank transfer, on‑campus payment procedures or card acceptance) are provided in the enrollment package and the Tuition Payment Agreement that accompanies an offer.

Brief note on published detail availability

- The school's publicly posted admissions and registration materials publish the annual tuition rates for middle and high school, the non‑refundable application fee, the two boarding/catering fee options (room for 4, with/without weekend) and note optional weekend bus routes. The enrollment package and the Student Tuition Payment Agreement (documents provided with an offer and required at registration) contain the full billing schedule, instalment options (if any), precise payment deadlines, the detailed refund/cancellation terms and any additional one‑time or recurring charges.
Academics

Nansha College Preparatory Academy teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum.

Curriculum
Advanced Placement: The American College Prep Curriculum. AP courses are offered across core subjects except for Performing Arts and Chinese; AP courses are taught at a college level and often earn college credit, enabling early graduation or a broader college load. Non-AP courses generally follow the Common Core State Standards, with Health and Physical Education and Counseling following their own standards. All non-AP science courses use the Next Generation Science Standards. Visual Arts and Performing Arts departments use the National Core Arts Standards. Advisory and junior/senior seminar courses are based on ASCA standards; AP begins for students entering grades 7 or 9.

Student Teacher Ratio
1:6

Exam Results
100% college acceptance rate. High School offers 19 AP courses, including English Language and Composition, Calculus AB/BC, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Economics, Psychology, Computer Science A, and Studio Art.

Higher Education Progression
The high school prepares students for higher education in the United States, Canada, and other Western countries at selective and highly selective institutions. It offers the College Board's Advanced Placement program across core subjects, with 19 AP courses in grades 10–12. AP coursework and the English Immersion model help graduates gain admission to universities in the United States, Canada, and other Western countries; graduates have gained admission to top art schools such as the Rhode Island School of Design, Parsons School of Design, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes social excellence through leadership and service groups that develop productive global citizens and organize events to support the school community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school operates English-language immersion with a coherent curriculum and ongoing staff development to support language development; the English immersion model prepares mainland Chinese students for Western universities.

Mental Wellbeing
Advisory and seminar courses include college counseling and social-emotional development to support students' readiness for higher education.

Safeguarding
The school maintains safeguarding practices as part of its administrative responsibilities and has a designated child safeguarding framework.
Parent Experience

History
Nansha College Preparatory Academy is a private, American-curriculum boarding school founded in partnership with ULink Education Group and the International Schools Services (ISS). It operates under the Guangzhou ULink International School (GUIS) framework as GUIS-NCPA. In 2024, GUIS-NCPA obtained an international school license, designating it as an English-medium school serving foreign passport holders. Over ten graduating classes, NCPA has graduated nearly 1,500 students.

Community
Leadership and service groups form a central part of school culture and organize events and support the school community. The Student Government (StuGo) inducts new members to represent student voices. The Performing and Visual Arts programs contribute to the school's identity, with a calendar featuring more than a dozen performances and art shows annually.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus spans 20 acres in Nansha Mingzhu Bay, Guangzhou, and houses nearly 600 boarding students. Athletic, cultural and academic facilities are spacious and diverse enough to support students' interests. English is the instructional language for all classes except Chinese Literature, with an English immersion program that prepares mainland Chinese students for Western universities. Performing and Visual Arts are a core part of the school's identity, with the calendar featuring more than a dozen performances and art shows annually, and many students choosing music electives. The campus is described as one of the most beautiful in southern China.

Sports Facilities
Competitive athletics are a central part of NCPA life. Students try out for a range of individual and team sports, with practices held in the mornings and afternoons during the school week. The program competes in the Pearl River Conference and the ACAMIS athletics divisions, with teams attending invitationals and independently organized competitions. The program emphasizes sportsmanship and celebrates Sportsmanship Awards for outstanding conduct.

Academic Facilities
NCPA offers 19 AP course offerings, and on average graduates take six AP courses; the school is an AP Capstone School. English is the instructional language for all classes, except Chinese Literature, with an English immersion program emphasizing academic English. Non-AP courses generally follow Common Core State Standards for English and Math. Visual Arts and Performing Arts departments use NCAS, a standards framework for creating, performing, responding to, and connecting with artistic works. Health and Physical Education courses are built on the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum, and advisory/seminar courses follow ASCA standards.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular options number over 200. The after-school program boasts over 200 activities including Model UN, Yearbook, Student Government, FBLA, National Honor Society and Tri-M Honor Society. NCPA offers 16 competitive sports and intramurals. Students have dedicated onsite support from their college and social-emotional counselors.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Showcase Academics connects students with external organizations where they compete and perform for external audiences. Students compete in robotics competitions at the national level, learn and perform with master musicians and artists, and test their geopolitical wits in Model United Nations with regional and international conferences. The program also includes math competitions, including the Waterloo Mathematical Contest, where students have earned Distinction Awards at every grade level. The FBLA chapter provides leadership experiences and national competition opportunities, with members also operating the campus store The Vibe.

Arts & Creative
Music is a core part of student life through membership in the Association for Music in International Schools (AMIS). The school hosts and participates in a broad slate of music performances, including five annual high school concerts and performances by middle school choirs. Visual Arts Excursions provide selective experiences with professional art communities, with destinations such as Art Basel, Beijing, Shanghai, and Florence. The drama program stages two productions per year, with students involved in acting, stage management, and production; the Campus Concert Series features multiple annual concerts for both high school and middle school musicians.

Cultural & Language
The Xinghai Concert is a premier musical event held at Guangzhou's Xinghai Concert Hall. The Chinese New Year celebration and the Christmas Banquet are major cultural events on campus, complemented by seasonal activities such as Halloween and the Winter Ball. The school also marks occasions like Mother's Day and Teachers' Day with campus activities and performances. Model United Nations events and the South China MUN Conference provide cross-cultural leadership and diplomatic experience.

Social & Hobbies
Yearbook Club and LAVA magazine offer student-led publishing, design, and photography opportunities. The VIBE Store provides student employees with business and customer-service experience. Big Sibs is a peer mentoring program that supports new and younger students' social and emotional wellbeing, and Student Ambassadors lead campus tours and assist with admissions events.

Community & Service
Student Government organizes school activities such as the Halloween Carnival, Christmas Banquet, and Prom, building event-planning and leadership skills. The National Honor Society focuses on scholarship, leadership, service, and character through community projects. Tri-M Music Honor Society supports service and performance activities, including charity efforts. South China Leadership Summit management teams and other student-led groups organize events that foster leadership, collaboration, and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Student Government (StuGo) provides student governance and leadership opportunities, while the National Honor Society emphasizes leadership and service. Tri-Music Honor Society, Model United Nations teams, and the South China Leadership Summit offer leadership experiences across diplomacy, debate, and event planning. The Tech Solution Team supports IT services and orientation, and student organizations such as Yearbook, LAVA, VIBE, Big Sibs, and Student Ambassadors cultivate professional skills, entrepreneurship, and campus leadership.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Competitive Athletics offers participation in a range of sports with practices in the mornings and afternoons, competing in regional PRC and ACAMIS divisions and earning sportsmanship awards. The Big Sibs peer mentoring program supports social and emotional wellbeing for new and younger students, while volunteer opportunities and leadership roles within student groups contribute to a balanced, healthy school life.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction through the immersion model. Chinese language and literature are taught as Chinese language courses (Chinese 9–12) within the curriculum. EAL support is provided through dedicated teachers and co‑taught classes, with progress measured using WIDA. The program supports bilingual development, with students becoming proficient in English while maintaining Chinese language competencies.

Bilingual Teaching
English immersion is the language of instruction, and the school aims to produce students who are bilingual and proficient in English. English language learners receive instruction through a co-teaching model with content teachers and EAL specialists. The program leverages students' home language(s), including Chinese, to support language development and disciplinary understanding. The school serves students beginning in grades 7 or 9 as part of its American‑style college-prep curriculum.

Immersion Programs
The English immersion model is based on Stanford Graduate School of Education's Principles for English Language Learner Instruction and concentrates on developing bilingual and academically proficient English speakers. Instruction for ELLs is standards-aligned, with explicit scaffolds and language development integrated into disciplines. The school is a member of the WIDA International School Consortium and uses the WIDA framework to measure English proficiency and guide instruction. Content and EAL teachers collaborate in a co-teaching model to support language and content growth.
Reputation

Awards
null

Accreditations
Guangzhou Ulink International School; Nansha College Preparatory Academy. Campus address and contact details listed under Guangzhou Ulink International School section.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Take a Campus Tour. The campus tours are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:30 PM. The admissions office can be contacted at 020-3991 4814 or via the admissions link to schedule. The tour provides an overview of campus facilities, programs, and student life to help families assess fit. Step 2: Register for Entry Exam. Candidates register online for the entry exam no later than three days prior to the date to secure a seat. A non-refundable application fee of 600 RMB is charged to cover administrative costs and is payable at registration. The entry exam contains two portions: an English exam (writing and an interview) and a Mathematics exam. The test day is in-person on the registered date and personal identification is required. A QR code is provided to register for the entry exam, and a Chinese-language registration guidance document is available. Step 3: Attend the entry exam. The Spring Semester enrollment begins in March 2026 and the Fall Semester enrollment begins in August 2026. The exam subjects are English, Mathematics, and an interview. Spring 2026 testing includes G9 Preparatory candidates on January 11th; Fall 2026 testing includes dates such as March 29th, April 12th, April 19th, May 16th, May 31st, and June 14th for G6–G11. Step 4: Await an Admissions Decision. The admissions committee reviews the candidate's application materials, exam results, and interview, and informs parents via WeChat within five working days after the completion of the entry exam. Qualified candidates receive an admission offer letter with instructions to proceed with on-site registration. The family must complete the registration within one week after receiving the offer to secure a seat. Step 5: Submit Formal Admissions Application. The following documents are required: Completed NCPA Student Admission Application Form; Original copy of the signed Grade 9-12 Student Tuition Payment Agreement; Original copy of the signed Logistics Service Payment Notice; One copy of the student's ID card or passport; Two ID photos with the student's name written on the back; One school report from the last two years (including the current year); One transcript of the High School Entrance Exam (if applicable); One recommendation letter (Chinese/English) with the teacher's signature; One health report.
School Events
The school has not added events
Search for more schools
Search schools in China View all schools in Guangzhou View all schools in China American curriculum schools in China Open days & tours in Guangzhou What is the American curriculum? View all schools Search all schools