Shen Wai International School
International School in Shenzhen
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Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Shen Wai International School.
- Tuition: $16,745–$30,138/yr published in CNY, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 23 Shenzhen international school · 1,080 students total.
- 39 nationalities top: The top 6 countries and regions are Hong Kong, Canada, Guinea-Bissau.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at 8:30.
- Accreditations: IBO, WASC, ACAMIS listed accreditations.
1,080
39 (The top 6 countries and regions are Hong Kong, Canada, Guinea-Bissau, USA, Australia, and India.)
23 avg
Rolling
IBO, WASC, ACAMIS
About Shen Wai International School
Shen Wai International School is an IB Continuum and CIS/WASC accredited school. It serves children of the expatriate community who work in Shenzhen and children who are residents of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.
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.
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $16,745–$30,138 |
| Annual tuition (CNY) | 元121400-元218500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $25,092(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $26,592 |
| Cost position in Shenzhen | 33th percentile(mid-range) |
IB
IB Diploma
To 23-24 school year, six cohorts of students have graduated. In recent years, each graduating class has included students who achieved perfect scores in the IB examinations.
Chinese, Spanish
unknown
The Primary School Division and the Secondary School Division have established dedicated social and emotional counseling departments.
EAL AND CAL Support.
8:30 – 15:30
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Shenzhen
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: The top 6 countries and regions are Hong Kong, Canada, Guinea-Bissau, USA, Australia, and India.
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