The British School of Guangzhou
International School in Guangzhou
Quick answer
The British School of Guangzhou (BSG) serves families from 50 nationalities aged 1 to 18 in southern China's Pearl River Delta capital. The school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level pathways, accredited by CIS and COBIS. Tuition $13,103-$40,276 per year. Long-established choice for British and international expat families on Guangzhou corporate, manufacturing-corridor and trade-fair assignments seeking British-track education with strong UK and global university pathways.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $13,103–$40,276/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 Guangzhou international school.
- 50 nationalities top: Approximately 30% of students are from the region of Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau; 40% are from America, Europe and Australasia; 8% come from Singapore.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 18 school day starts at 8:00.
- Accreditations: CIS, COBIS verified.
50 (Approximately 30% of students are from the region of Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau; 40% are from America, Europe and Australasia; 8% come from Singapore, India or Malaysia; 15% are South Korean and the remaining 7% come from various other countries around the world.)
20 avg
Rolling
CIS, COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About The British School of Guangzhou
The British School of Guangzhou (BSG) is a premium British international school serving the community in Guangzhou, China. BSG is a member of the Nord Anglia Education family of schools; teaching 75,000+ students in 80+ schools across 30+ countries. The school benefits from unique collaborations with UNICEF, The Juilliard School (New York) and MIT.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- 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) | $13,103 – $40,276 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元95000-元292000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $28,340(+6%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $29,840 |
| Cost position in Guangzhou | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
Student between age 14-16 take IGCSE and from age 16-18 years they sit A Levels exams. We are also a registered SAT exam centre.
2024 IGCSE RESULTS The two main criteria that are used to judge examination performance for 16 year olds in the UK are; achieving 5 grades at 'C' or above, and the number of the highest grades achieved. We are very proud that 92% of all examinations sat by the British School of Guangzhou students received grade 'C' or above. This is a tremendous achievement, but our top students really shone with 60% of exams taken awarded either grade 'A*' or 'A '- the highest possible grades. This is compared to the UK's average of 29%, showing just how far ahead our students are as they move to university entry. 2025 A-LEVEL RESULTS With a 100% pass rate, our A-Level results are testament to our academic success and commitment to building a lifelong love of learning. 62% of exams taken by our students achieved an 'A' or 'A*' grade (UK average 28.2%) and 82% achieved A*- B grades.
Spanish, French, Chinese
unknown
Special Educational Needs and Learning Support
Additional English Language Support
8:00 – Mondays & Fridays at 15:00. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday the school ends at 16:00 due to after school activities.
Yes
We provide vegetarian and non-pork meal options.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Guangzhou
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Approximately 30% of students are from the region of Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau; 40% are from America, Europe and Australasia; 8% come from Singapore, India or Malaysia; 15% are South Korean and the remaining 7% come from various other countries around the world.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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