Clifford International School
International School in Guangzhou
Quick answer
Clifford International School offers a Canadian provincial curriculum. Well-suited to boarding families. At $18,621–$24,276/year, it sits above the Guangzhou average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with AP.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Canadian leaving qualifications include AP.
- Tuition: $18,621–$24,276/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 23 Guangzhou international school.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 18 school day starts at 8:20.
23 avg
Available
AP
About Clifford International School
Clifford International School Guangzhou offers a progressive cross-cultural teaching and learning environment that empowers students to be critical thinkers, contributing citizens and life-long learners.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $18,621 – $24,276 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元135000-元176000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $22,659(+6%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $24,159 |
| Cost position in Guangzhou | 70th percentile(above average) |
Canadian
AP
AP, SAT
Mandarin
unknown
Yes. Clifford School has an ILC (International Language Center) for qualified students in Grades 1 to 8 who need additional support in developing proficiency in English.
8:20 – 16:10
Yes
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