Shu Ren International School
International School in San Francisco
Quick answer
Shu Ren International School delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Well-suited to premium-budget and internationally mobile families. Tuition of $29,348–$30,950/year is in line with San Francisco averages. The student body draws from 20 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Shu Ren International School.
- Tuition: $29,348–$30,950/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 24) San Francisco international school · 185 students total.
- 20 nationalities top: U.S.A..
- Ages: Ages 2 to 12 school day starts at 8:30.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
185
20 (U.S.A.)
18 avg / 24 max
Rolling
IBO
About Shu Ren International School
Shu Ren International School is a Mandarin immersion, International Baccalaureate PYP school, with locations in Berkeley and San Jose, CA.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $29,348 – $30,950 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 29348-30950 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $31,189(+3%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $32,689 |
| Cost position in San Francisco | 24th percentile(budget-friendly) |
IB
Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) Mandarin Standards-Based Measure of Proficiency (STAMP)
Please visit our website for current student academic results: https://shurenschool.com/academic-outcomes/
Spanish
At Shu Ren International School, our teachers are well-trained to recognize when their students may need additional assistance in school. We will work with parents and third party agencies to conduct a comprehensive assessment and develop an individualized learning plan for the student.
No
Yes, in homework club after school and One to One teacher support during the school day.
8:30 – Kindergarten: 15:00 Elementary school: 16:00 (includes optional homework club)
Lunch service is optional and available to order online through our official lunch service provider.
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 San Francisco
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: U.S.A.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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