Shanghai Hong Qiao International School
International School in Shanghai
Quick answer
Shanghai Hong Qiao International School offers a multi-track IB and American programme, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to premium-budget and internationally mobile families. At $23,931–$35,862/year, it sits above the Shanghai average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with AP.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include AP.
- Tuition: $23,931–$35,862/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 Shanghai international school · 590 students total.
- 36 nationalities top: USA.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 18 school day starts at Classes start at 8:30 am..
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
590
36 (USA)
15 avg
Rolling
IBO
AP
About Shanghai Hong Qiao International School
We are an environmentally minded community of learners, dedicated to impacting positive change in Shanghai.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $23,931 – $35,862 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元173500-元260000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $33,417(+12%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $35,417 |
| Cost position in Shanghai | 89th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American
AP
SAT, SSAT, PSAT, AP Exams, ACT, and other college entrance exams.
N/A
We offer daily Mandarin classes & French after school
Our Learning Support Coordinator works with teachers who identify students with needs in order to create modifications that allow them to succeed in the classroom.
We offer a limited Learning Support Program for students with mild needs.
We have an excellent EAL program for students still learning the language.
Classes start at 8:30 am. – Classes end at 3:00 pm.
Yes, price for lunch is included in tuition
We accommodate for all nutritional needs and allergies. All of our food is made in-house with 100% organic vegetables.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Fee Position in Shanghai
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: USA
Estimated Real Cost
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