Harrow International School Shanghai
International School in Shanghai
Quick answer
Harrow International School Shanghai follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to budget-conscious and boarding families. At $5,209–$7,330/year, it sits below the Shanghai average — offering strong value. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $5,209–$7,330/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 am.
- Accreditations: BSO verified.
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Available
BSO
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Harrow International School Shanghai
Harrow Shanghai is a day and boarding school for students aged 2-18. Pre-Nursery to Year 10 opened in August 2016 on the newly-developed Sunland project in the Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, thirty minutes from the centre of Shanghai. Boarding is a crucial element in the life of all Harrow schools and Shanghai is no different. Boarding is expected to be available at Harrow Shanghai in late 2017.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,209 – $7,330 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元273800-元385300 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $9,770(+50%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $11,770 |
| Cost position in Shanghai | 21th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE & A Level
IGCSE: 51% A* (vs. UK average of 14%) A Level: 57% A* (vs. UK average of 19%), x% A-A*
Mandarin, Spanish.
We have a Head of SEN (Special Educational Needs) who runs a comprehensive program.
Yes
Yes, we offer a solid EAL (English as an Additional Language) program to help students integrate into our classes.
8:00 am – 4:05 pm
Yes
Yes
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