YK Pao School
International School in Shanghai
Quick answer
YK Pao School offers a multi-track IB and British programme, as a large campus with 1,600 students. Well-suited to premium-budget and boarding families. At $23,172–$29,793/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: $23,172–$29,793/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 25) Shanghai international school · 1,600 students total.
- 21 nationalities top: Chinese.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 am.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
1,600
21 (Chinese)
15 avg / 25 max
Available
IBO
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About YK Pao School
A School for Tomorrow’s China. An Education for Tomorrow's World.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $23,172 – $29,793 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元168000-元216000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $30,333(+15%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $32,333 |
| Cost position in Shanghai | 79th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IGCSE - Multiple Subjects, I.B. Diploma Program
2023 IBDP: 100% Pass Rate, 100% Bilingual Diploma, Highest Score: 45, Average Score: 37 2023 IGCSE: 43.8% A*, 78.2% A*- A, 98.8% of all grades in the range A*-C.
French
unknown
Yes
8:00 am – 4:25 pm
Yes
Yes
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Chinese
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