Hangzhou Chinese International School
International School in Hangzhou
Quick answer
Hangzhou Chinese International School is a specialist sister-program serving 144 students aged 14 to 15, focused on intensive Chinese-language and cultural-immersion programmes. Accredited by IBO, CIS and NEASC. Tuition $9,346 per year. Strong fit for international students on year-abroad gap-year programmes seeking immersive Chinese language and cultural depth, with the parent Hangzhou International School providing pathway continuity for those wanting to extend the experience.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Hangzhou Chinese International School.
- Tuition: $9,346–$9,346/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 14 to 15 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC verified.
144
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IBO, CIS, NEASC
About Hangzhou Chinese International School
In August 2013, Chinese International School in Hong Kong launched a one-year academic and residential programme of the highest calibre in Hangzhou, China. Hangzhou CIS invites students in Year 10/Grade 9 (14-15 years old) to spend a year immersed in Chinese culture and language, while continuing their education in English.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers 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?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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) | $9,346 – $9,346 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元491240-元491240 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $10,846(+16%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $12,346 |
| Cost position in Hangzhou | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Other
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