International Curriculum International Schools in China

International-curriculum international schools in China are schools that deliver recognised overseas programmes (commonly the International Baccalaureate, British IGCSE/A-Level pathways or American/AP and high-school diploma tracks) with English as the primary language of instruction while also offering substantial Mandarin teaching or bilingual streams. Legally there are two distinct streams - campuses that serve mainly foreign-passport families and bilingual or “international divisions” attached to local schools that admit mostly Chinese nationals and combine elements of the national programme with international curricula. Fees vary widely by city and by school type: premium foreign-passport campuses in Beijing and Shanghai frequently charge six-figure yuan annual tuition, while bilingual divisions and smaller city schools can be much more affordable. Admissions typically require proof of passport/visa or residency, school records and an age-appropriate assessment or interview; popular year-start intakes fill early, so contact admissions well before your intended move to confirm eligibility and waiting-list practice.