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SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai

China, Shanghai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 30,000 - 33,000
Ages 15 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1783
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum
Typical class size 7
Introduction

SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai is a secondary high school located on the ULink campus at No. 559 Laiting South Road, Jiuting Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai. It operates a four‑year senior programme for students aged 15–18 and delivers the SABIS® Educational System with externally assessed pathways such as Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS & A‑Level, while also offering US‑style Advanced Placement (AP) course options. Instruction is in English and the taught curriculum includes Chinese, English, mathematics, sciences, computer science, physical education and other subjects. The academy is run as a joint venture between SABIS® International Education and ULink College of Shanghai and uses SABIS systems of regular internal assessment and academic monitoring; students take part in a Student Life Organization and receive university counselling and follow‑up support. The academy shares the ULink campus, which school and campus pages describe as having sports facilities (including a 400‑metre running track, a real‑grass football pitch and an indoor sports hall), libraries and science laboratories.

No.559, Laiting South Road, Jiuting Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai

The Essentials

SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai has 1,783 pupils, typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English.

Location
Located in Jiuting, Songjiang District (No. 559 / 662-G/1 Laiting South Road) on the ULink College campus in southwest Shanghai; the site is a suburban campus with sports and performing-arts facilities. The campus is within reach of Shanghai transport hubs (ULink notes proximity to Hongqiao railway station and subway lines).

Stages
SABIS®ULINK operates as a secondary-level international academy offering a multi-year (four-year) senior programme with course options that include A Level and Advanced Placement (AP). External school directories also list it under secondary education.

Type
The school is co-educational and is a joint venture between SABIS® International Education and ULink College of Shanghai (SABIS®ULINK is run as a member of the SABIS network on the ULink campus). The campus that houses the academy also includes facilities used by ULink College (including boarding facilities at the college).

Additional learning support
SABIS®ULINK describes a formal learning-support approach that uses regular assessment and monitoring tools (SABIS® Digital Platform, SABIS® 360, Academic Monitoring System) plus follow-up channels such as teacher-led support sessions, peer tutoring and Student Life Organization (SLO) study groups to address learning gaps.

Country affiliation
The school does not represent a single national curriculum authority; it is a collaboration between the international SABIS network and ULink College of Shanghai (a China-based education group).

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated on the school's official information pages; the academy presents itself as a non-religious international school.

School day structure
The academic day is a mix of classroom lessons, regular assessments and student-led SLO activities; specific daily start/end times are not published on the site. The school's office hours are listed for enquiries (Mon–Thu 08:00–16:00; Fri 07:30–12:30; Sat 08:00–13:00). For exact student timetables and break/lunch times, contact Admissions.

Bus service
The school's public pages do not list a dedicated school-bus provider or routings. The ULink campus notes good access to public transport (including Hongqiao railway station and nearby subway lines), and parents are advised to contact the school's admissions team for up-to-date details on any contracted bus services or private transport arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is a day program on the SABIS ULINK campus; no boarding arrangements are described on the official pages.

Uniform Requirement
No uniform requirements are described in the available official content.

Food Options
Cafeterias are bright and modern and offer nutritious meals.

House System
No house system is described in the official content.

Governance and Ownership
SABIS ULINK is a joint venture between SABIS International Education and ULink College of Shanghai, and is a member of the global SABIS Network.
Fees

Annual tuition at SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai ranges from RMB 30,000 to RMB 33,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No publicly published application fee amount for SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai was found in the public material reviewed. Several school-directory summaries note that the school's detailed fee schedule is not publicly posted.

Tuition fees by year group
- Available public listings give an estimated annual tuition range for the school's high‑school programme (Grades 9–12) at approximately USD 30,000–33,000 per year. No breakdown by term or by individual grade was publicly available.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No publicly available, school-specific billing schedule (term amounts, deposit amounts, or installment dates) for SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai was found. The school's detailed payment terms are not published in the sources reviewed.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- There is no public indication that SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai operates a boarding programme; the publicly visible school profile and campus communications focus on the high‑school (Grades 9–12) academic programme. No boarding fees specific to this campus were found.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, exams, transport, capital levies, etc.)
- No specific amounts for uniforms, textbooks, exam fees, transport, capital levies, or ancillary charges were publicly listed for this campus. These incidental costs are commonly charged by international schools but were not available for SABIS ULink Shanghai in the reviewed sources.

Refund information
- No published refund policy or schedule (for deposits, term fees, or withdrawals) specific to SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai was located in the materials reviewed.

Fee payment options
- The reviewed public sources did not publish a definitive list of accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, etc.) for this campus.

Summary of findings and limitations: Publicly available sources confirm the school's existence and grade range but do not publish a full, current fee schedule (application amounts, per‑term tuition, billing calendar, ancillary fees, refund policy, or payment methods). The only clear numerical indicator located in public directories is an estimated annual tuition range for high‑school students (approx. USD 30,000–33,000). For the external database you are populating, only that estimated annual range and the absence of a publicly posted detailed fee schedule could be stated with confidence from the sources reviewed.
Academics

SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 15 to 18.

Curriculum
SABIS ULink International Academy of Shanghai delivers the SABIS® Educational System across primary and secondary stages and prepares secondary students for external Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications. At the lower‑secondary/IGCSE stage (roughly Years/Grades 9–10) students follow a broad subject programme—core English, mathematics, sciences, languages and PE—alongside optional IGCSE courses that lead to Cambridge IGCSE examinations. In senior secondary (roughly Years/Grades 11–12) pupils choose AS and A‑Level subjects across sciences, maths, humanities, arts and languages while also meeting requirements for the SABIS High School Diploma where applicable. The full curriculum scope includes SABIS's regular internal assessments and Academic Monitoring System, PSHE/seminar provision, arts, computer science, physical education and a student‑led Student Life Organization, and the programme is aligned with other external tests (SAT/AP/TOEFL) where offered. Exact subject options and the timing of external exams vary by year group and entry point, so consult the school's published subject guides or admissions office for the current, year‑by‑year lists and exam schedule.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SABIS®ULINK describes Social and Emotional Learning as being supported primarily through its SABIS® Student Life Organization (SLO), a student‑led programme that explicitly lists empathy, resilience, leadership and other personal skills among its aims. The SLO runs a weekly “SLO period” and has a Wellness Department that organises events and campaigns to promote healthy lifestyles and social engagement. The SLO's activities (academic, discipline, outreach, wellness, sports and activities departments) are described as providing opportunities for students to develop responsibility, communication, teamwork and emotional growth. These programmes are presented as integrated parts of students' weekly schedules and student life at the school. (Source: SABIS®ULINK SLO page).

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school's “Student Follow‑Up & Support” page states that learning support is an integral part of the SABIS® Educational System at SABIS®ULINK and that student progress is monitored with tools such as SABIS® Digital Platform, SABIS®360 and regular academic assessments. When gaps are identified, the site lists follow‑up options including teacher‑led study groups/support sessions, peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions and SLO‑led academic support. The school webpage does not provide a public list of specific types of Special Educational Needs it can support (for example, autism, dyslexia, ADHD, etc.), nor does it state that it is a specialist SEN institution; that information is not disclosed on the pages reviewed. For specific SEN eligibility or specialist provision you would need to contact the school directly. (Source: SABIS®ULINK Student Follow‑Up & Support).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school's public website describes general learning support and monitoring systems but does not publish a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) or ESL programme on the pages reviewed. There is no clear, named EAL provision or EAL staff listed on the school pages consulted. Therefore, the school does not publicly disclose detailed information regarding EAL provision on its website; please contact the school for confirmation of EAL services and staffing. (Sources: SABIS®ULINK main site; Student Follow‑Up & Support).

Mental Wellbeing
SABIS®ULINK's site presents student wellbeing as a core pillar of its mission and shows the SLO includes a Wellness Department that organises campaigns and events to promote healthy, balanced lifestyles. The SLO and the school's mission statement both emphasise life skills, personal wellbeing, resilience and empathy as part of students' development. The school explains that many SLO activities give students responsibility and real‑life experience intended to support their personal and social development. The website does not publish a separate, detailed mental‑health policy or a named counselling team on the pages reviewed; for details about clinical or counselling services you should contact the school directly. (Sources: SABIS®ULINK SLO page; Mission & Values).

Safeguarding
The school's SLO description includes a Discipline Department that the site says helps ensure a safe environment and runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to raise awareness and help prevent bullying. The site also provides contact details and an admissions email address for enquiries. However, a separate, detailed safeguarding or child‑protection policy (for example a published child‑protection policy document or named Designated Safeguarding Lead) was not found on the public pages reviewed; the school does not appear to publish a discrete child‑protection policy on the site pages consulted. For formal safeguarding policy documents or named safeguarding contacts, please contact the school directly. (Sources: SABIS®ULINK SLO page; Student Follow‑Up & Support; Privacy/Terms pages).
Parent Experience

History
Ulink Education (the parent organization) was founded in 2003 and opened its second Cambridge International centre in Shanghai in 2005, growing through the 2000s before adding expanded programs and facilities. In 2018 Ulink received authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme, and in 2022 ULink College of Shanghai entered a formal partnership with the SABIS® Network, creating the SABIS®ULINK joint venture. SABIS®ULINK is operated as a member of the global SABIS® Network, which is a long-established international education management organisation.

Community
The school community is centred on a Student Life Organization (SLO) that runs student-led activities, cultural celebrations and charity drives; recent SLO-run events have included International Day, Chinese Culture Day and Lantern Festival activities. Parents, staff and students routinely take part in those community events, and the school publishes event reports and news through the SABIS network channels.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is no dedicated, publicly visible PTA page on the school's website as of January 1, 2026; the school instead highlights channels such as the admissions office and the “Prospective Parents” information pages for parent enquiries. Parents are invited to and have participated in school events (for example, International Day and other SLO activities), which indicates routine parent engagement in festivals and performances. The school's Student Life Organization frequently organizes events that bring together students, staff and families, including cultural booths, performances and fundraising activities. If you need details about a formal parent association or regular parent committees (meeting schedules, membership, volunteer roles), the most direct route is to contact the school's admissions or main office using the contact details listed on the school site; they can confirm whether a PTA or parent council exists and share current parent-volunteer opportunities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus features state-of-the-art facilities designed to support learning across academics, athletics, and the arts. It includes a standard 400-meter track and a real-grass football pitch for outdoor sports, plus an indoor sports hall for gym and court activities. Two well-stocked libraries provide study spaces and resources, and the science facilities include fully equipped laboratories for physics, biology, and chemistry. Main teaching buildings house modern classrooms, and multiple dining locations serve nutritious meals. The SABIS campus also includes a performing arts hall for events and performances.

Sports Facilities
The school offers extensive sports facilities, including a standard 400-meter track, a real-grass football pitch, and an indoor sports hall. Outdoor fields and related amenities support a range of team and individual activities. The facilities support physical education and competitive sport within the SABIS ULINK program.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards to support instruction. The science department has well-equipped laboratories for physics, biology, and chemistry. The SABIS Integrated Learning System (ILS) is used in classrooms to connect teachers and students digitally, complemented by SABIS E-books for learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Campus life emphasizes student engagement through the SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO), which coordinates a range of activities within a safe, supportive environment. There is a performing arts hall for performances, and extensive sports facilities support extracurricular athletics. The campus offers a variety of clubs and activities aligned with SABIS values and the ULink program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a global SABIS education with a foundation in an international curriculum. The curriculum includes English, Chinese, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, economics, business studies, computer science, and physical education, with a strong emphasis on preparing students for external exams such as IGCSEs and A Levels. The program also integrates non-traditional subjects such as robotics, 3D printing, and web development to develop 21st‑century skills. The approach includes frequent assessment, targeted follow‑up, and a 360° view of individual progress that informs students, parents, and teachers.

Arts & Creative
The school provides opportunities in performing arts as part of its campus facilities and student life. The curriculum includes courses and activities that support creative expression within an engaging learning environment.

Cultural & Language
The curriculum includes English and Chinese as core subjects, supporting bilingual or multilingual academic contexts within an international program.

Social & Hobbies
Student engagement through the SABIS Student Life Organization and a range of activities supports well‑being and development, emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and collaborative learning.

Community & Service
The school emphasizes a holistic education through student life and activities that foster social development and community involvement.

Leadership & Professional
University counselling and structured student life programs prepare students for higher education and future opportunities, with a focus on leadership and professional skills within the SABIS framework.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A broad campus life program, including sports, athletics, and performing arts facilities, supports physical well‑being and balanced student life.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Chinese are taught as core subjects within the SABIS ULINK curriculum. The languages are integrated into the SABIS Educational System's international curriculum. The program emphasizes language study as part of its preparation for external exams such as IGCSEs and A Levels.
Reputation

Awards
I searched the school's publicly available pages on its official website (SABIS®ULINK) as of January 1, 2026 and found no school-level awards listed on the site for the past five years (January 1, 2021–January 1, 2026). If you would like, I can (a) check any Chinese-language pages on the same site, (b) search archived news or press-release sections for any recent recognitions that might not be prominent on the main pages, or (c contact the school for an official list.

Accreditations
Checked the school's official website (SABIS®ULINK) on January 1, 2026. The school's website lists the following affiliations and external examination programmes (each line is a one-line explanation and why it matters):

- Member of the SABIS® Network — SABIS®ULINK identifies itself as part of the global SABIS® network; this indicates the school uses the SABIS® Educational System and is part of the network of schools that share curriculum, systems and administrative support.

- British-based IGCSEs (external examinations) — the website states students are prepared for British-based IGCSE examinations; IGCSEs are widely used external qualifications for students around age 14–16 and are accepted by many secondary and higher‑education systems.

- A-Level examinations — the website states the curriculum prepares students to sit for A‑Level examinations; A‑Levels are UK university‑preparatory qualifications for students aged ~16–19 and are commonly used in international university admissions.

- Advanced Placement (AP) program (U.S.-based) — the site notes the school prepares students for the U.S.-based Advanced Placement program; AP courses/exams are a set of college‑level subjects used in U.S. and international university admissions and placement.

Note: the school website does not list any separate institutional accreditations (for example, CIS, WASC, or an IB authorization for SABIS®ULINK itself) on its English pages as of January 1, 2026; the items above are the affiliations and external exam programmes explicitly mentioned on the school site.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial research and campus visit. Start by reviewing the school's admissions pages and booking an in-person visit or open day so you can see classes and ask specific questions about curriculum and student support; the SABIS®ULINK site specifically recommends booking an appointment and attending an Open Day where available. Note the school's contact details and office hours before you go (phone and email are listed on the site) so you can confirm documents to bring and timing.

2. Complete the online application form. Parents begin the process by submitting the school's online application form (the form collects student name, DOB, current grade/school, the program and year to enrol, and asks whether the student has taken the ULINK/entry exam). Make sure the basic fields (current grade, proposed programme and intended entry term) are accurate — that information is used to schedule assessments and to confirm whether the school can place the child in the requested year.

3. Prepare and provide supporting documents. SABIS schools typically require supporting documents such as identification, previous-school reports/transcripts and contact information for guardians; while SABIS®ULINK's public application page does not list a full document checklist, other SABIS campus admissions pages state a completed application cannot be finalised without required documents, so be ready to supply transcripts and ID when asked. Ask admissions in advance which originals and certified translations (if any) are required and whether you must upload files or present them in person.

4. Diagnostic/admission assessment. After the application is submitted the school will arrange an admission/diagnostic test (the online form explicitly asks about the ULINK exam), which the school uses to assess appropriate grade-level placement and to identify support needs in core subjects. Expect the assessment to cover English and mathematics and to be used for placement rather than to exclude students — SABIS schools describe admissions as driven by attainment and placement decisions. If possible, ask whether the test is online or on-campus and whether there is any sample material so your child can prepare.

5. Additional meetings or interviews if required. For some candidates (depending on age and results) the school may request a meeting with parents and/or a short interview with the student to discuss academic history, wellbeing needs and language support; this is a common follow-up after diagnostic testing at many SABIS campuses. Use that meeting to confirm language support, subject choices (IGCSE/A-Level or other pathways) and any adjustments the school recommends before entry. If you need an interpreter for the meeting, request that in advance.

6. Placement decision and offer letter. The school will make a placement decision based on the diagnostic results, reports and available seats; SABIS admissions guidance describes placement as the school's final decision and notes options such as extra lessons or summer bridging when a student needs to reach expected standards. If an offer is made you should receive written confirmation (offer letter) with the steps required to accept (deadlines, deposits or required fees) and the start date. Read the offer letter carefully for refund and payment terms before you pay.

7. Accepting the offer and enrolment administration. To reserve the place you will be asked to complete the acceptance steps specified in the offer — typically signing enrolment paperwork and paying the required fees or deposit; SABIS pages for other campuses state that a place is reserved only after required fees are paid. Make sure you get a receipt and a clear start-date, plus any pre-entry requirements (medical forms, uniforms, orientation dates). If you have visa, residency or travel timing constraints, confirm the exact start date and any documentation the admissions office requires for international students.

8. If not immediately offered a place. If the school cannot offer an immediate place, ask the admissions office what next steps are (re-testing windows, summer bridging, or possibility of future intakes) and whether they maintain a record of applicants for future vacancies. Because the school does not publish a detailed public waitlist policy on its admissions pages, you should ask admissions how they handle late openings and whether you should reapply or keep your application active.

Scholarships
There is no scholarship, bursary or financial-aid information published on the SABIS®ULINK public admissions pages or on the school's online application page. Public-facing pages for the school focus on admissions steps, contacts and the academic programme but do not list tuition schedules or scholarship options. If you need information about financial assistance, fee concessions, or merit-based awards, contact the school's admissions office directly (admissions@sabisulink.sabis.net or the phone numbers on the contact page) and request the current fee schedule and any scholarship or discount policies; third‑party school listings also note that the school's yearly fees are not publicly published.

Waitlist
Publicly available information on the SABIS®ULINK site does not describe a formal waitlist or “pool” policy. The school's admissions pages and online application form explain the application and diagnostic-test steps but do not publish a waitlist procedure or ranking method online. If you are concerned about availability for a particular intake, contact the admissions office (phone and email are listed on the school site) and ask: whether applicants are placed on an internal waiting list, how they prioritise openings, whether a deposit is required to hold a future place, and how you will be notified if a place opens.
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