Dulwich College Suzhou
International School in Shanghai
Quick answer
Dulwich College Suzhou offers a multi-track IB and British programme, with a highly diverse student body of 40 nationalities. Well-suited to premium-budget and boarding families. At $23,950–$41,487/year, it sits above the Shanghai average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $23,950–$41,487/yr published annual range.
- 40 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:10.
1,000
40
Available
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Dulwich College Suzhou
Dulwich College Suzhou offers a contemporary British international education that is grounded in 400 years of tradition from Dulwich College London. Dulwich combines academic excellence with a holistic approach through its focus on music, sport, the arts and community service. Dulwich offers a friendly and student-centred learning environment. Dulwich develops students who compete with the best in the world and have skills that will allow them to develop as life-long learners. Students aspire to be confident global citizens who have the capacity to be leaders with integrity in tomorrow’s world.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $23,950 – $41,487 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元173640-元300780 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $37,269(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $39,269 |
| Cost position in Shanghai | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IGCSE, IB Diploma
Mandarin, French, Spanish, German, Korean
unknown
Yes
8:10 – 15:30
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Student Diversity
Highly diverse
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