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IB Curriculum International Schools in Chengdu, China

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About international schools in Chengdu, China

IB Curriculum international schools in Chengdu commonly offer one or more IB programmes (PYP, MYP and/or DP), with some schools delivering the full IB continuum while others combine IB with other curricula; instruction is typically English-medium alongside substantial Mandarin-language teaching or bilingual streams. Annual tuition varies widely across the city - families can encounter more modest fees for some programmes and campuses as well as senior-year fees that exceed RMB 200,000 at longer-established international schools - and additional costs for deposits, trips and exam fees are typical. Admissions are a mix of rolling entry and seasonal intake tied to the global school year, so early contact with admissions offices is important if you want a September start; mid-year entry is often possible but spaces in popular year groups fill quickly. Many IB international schools in Chengdu operate under the city’s foreign-personnel-school framework, so relocating families should check passport/visa eligibility, language support and university-guidance services when enquiring.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee RMB 137,275
Schools listed
5
Curricula
11
Average annual fee
RMB 137,275
Fee range
RMB 45,000 – 279,500
Most common curriculum
IB (MYP) (4 schools)
Average school size
1,050 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Chengdu Meishi International School
Oldest
QSI International School of Chengdu (2002)
With boarding
3

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FAQs for China

What exactly are the PYP, MYP and DP and which ages do they cover?
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) focuses on inquiry-based learning in the early and primary years, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) covers broadly defined secondary years with an interdisciplinary approach, and the Diploma Programme (DP) is a two-year course for students preparing for university entrance. Age ranges are approximate - PYP for early years through primary, MYP across the middle secondary years, and DP for the final two years before university - and individual schools map IB years to local grade systems in slightly different ways.
What language support and bilingual options do IB schools in Chengdu typically offer?
Most IB international schools in Chengdu use English as the principal language of instruction while offering daily Mandarin lessons and a range of mother-tongue or additional language options; some schools also run bilingual streams where Mandarin and English are both used for core subjects. If preserving or developing Mandarin is important for your child, ask schools for sample timetables, levels of immersion, and support for non-native speakers.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Tuition in Chengdu varies considerably by provider and year group: published figures show lower-cost programmes in the tens of thousands of RMB a year at some campuses and senior-year tuition at major international schools reaching into the low hundreds of thousands of RMB. In addition to tuition, plan for one-off enrolment deposits, annual materials and activity fees, school trips, examination charges and optional extras such as boarding or extended language support.
When should we apply and can we join mid-year?
Many Chengdu international schools accept applications year-round and run rolling admissions for places that become available, but main intake and deposit deadlines generally follow the global school calendar and occur several months before the September term. For a guaranteed place in competitive year groups you should start the application process early; if you need a mid-year move, check each school’s waiting list practice and whether assessments or interviews are required.
Are international (IB) schools in Chengdu open to Chinese national students?
A significant portion of the international-school sector in Chinese cities is authorised to serve children of foreign passport holders under national regulations, and individual schools differ in whether they accept mainland Chinese nationals or offer separate international divisions. Before applying, verify the school’s enrolment policies, its registration status with local education authorities and any documentation the school requires for domestic or dual-national families.