Alcanta International College
International School in Guangzhou
Quick answer
Alcanta International College offers a multi-track IB and British programme, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to boarding and internationally mobile families. At $21,793–$25,103/year, it sits above the Guangzhou average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma.
- Tuition: $21,793–$25,103/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 20) Guangzhou international school · 260 students total.
- 22 nationalities top: Chinese.
- Ages: Ages 12 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIE verified.
260
22 (Chinese)
15 avg / 20 max
Available
IBO, CIE
IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma
About Alcanta International College
Student-centered, modern facilities, service-oriented, chinese culture and internal mindedness, student teacher ratio of 6:1 and small class sizes.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- •Listed (unverified): Educational psychologist available
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $21,793 – $25,103 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元158000-元182000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $25,098(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $26,598 |
| Cost position in Guangzhou | 83th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma
IB Diploma, IGCSE and US High School Diploma
Our student results are above the world average for IBDP.
Chinese
unknown
No but we do have counselors who look after student should need be.
Yes. We have EFL and ESL language courses for students and also after-class extra support.
8:00 am – Day students finish school at 5:00 pm. Boarding students attend evening study sessions from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Guangzhou
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Chinese
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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