Soong Ching Ling School
International School in Shanghai
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include AP.
- Tuition: $19,310–$27,586/yr published in CNY, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 20) Shanghai international school · 748 students total.
- 10 nationalities top: Chinese.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 AM.
748
10 (Chinese)
20 avg / 20 max
Rolling
AP
About Soong Ching Ling School
The history and traditions of Soong Ching Ling School (SCLS) are embedded in the strength and determination of Madame Soong Ching Ling (宋庆龄), the former Honorary President of China. SCLS was founded as a kindergarten in 1991 by the China Welfare Institute (中国福利会), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to carrying out Madame Soong Ching Ling’s educational philosophy of advancing knowledge and promoting learning across cultures.
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
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
- —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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $19,310–$27,586 |
| Annual tuition (CNY) | 元140000-元200000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $27,298(+16%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $29,298 |
| Cost position in Shanghai | 29th percentile(mid-range) |
American
AP
Collegeboard AP Examinations; SAT Examinations
Chinese, Spanish, French
unknown
No
No
8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Yes
If asked, yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Shanghai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Chinese
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